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Drunk raccoon breaks into liquor store, downs scotch, and passes out in bathroom

In Ashland, Virginia, staff at a liquor store arrived to find smashed whisky bottles and a raccoon passed out in the bathroom after falling through the ceiling and drinking freely from the stock. Animal control officer Samantha Martin confirmed the suspect was extremely intoxicated. After sobering up, the raccoon was released back into the wild, hungover, unharmed, and hopefully wiser.

The Times of India 4 Dec 2025 1:55 am

Bangladeshs Chief Adviser Yunus visits critically ill ex-PM Khaleda Zia

The Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus stayed at the hospital for nearly half an hour and urged her family, party leaders and activists to keep patience

The Hindu 4 Dec 2025 1:38 am

Tesla has problem no one was pricing in

Yahoo 4 Dec 2025 12:33 am

'Dear god, make it stop:' Home Alone house owner reveals decades of intrusion in new memoir

Former Home Alone homeowner John Abendshien reveals how his idyllic suburban life was upended by the movies fame. What began as a fun filming opportunity turned into decades of lost privacy, gawking tourists and strangers treating his front lawn as nostalgic property. His account shows the hidden cost of cultural landmarking, and what it means when the world decides your house belongs to them.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 11:54 pm

India expands humanitarian assistance in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

Colombo: India has continued its humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu, with extensive air, sea and ground operations delivering urgent relief to those affected by Cyclone Ditwah, the Indian High Commission said on Wednesday. Sri Lanka has been grappling with widespread flooding, landslides and severe infrastructure collapse, leaving several districts isolated and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 10:56 pm

Safeguarding India-Russia ties from Trump pressure is top priority for Putin, says Russian analyst

As the Russian President arrives in Delhi for talks, top Russian analyst says India is a pragmatist that will not give up profits earned from Russian crude purchases; India, Russia likely to sign deal on worker mobility

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 10:40 pm

Lebanon far from diplomatic normalization or economic relations with Israel, Prime Minister says

Lebanon and Israel both announced the appointment of civilian members to a previously military-only committee monitoring enforcement of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 10:32 pm

As cyclone impact unfolds, Sri Lanka braces for daunting recovery

Cyclone Ditwah has caused at least 479 confirmed deaths, with over 350 people still missing, marking it as one of Sri Lankas worst disasters since the 2004 tsunami

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 10:27 pm

Indian-origin expert appointed CEO of King Charles founded British Asian Trust

London: A British Indian expert in the field of philanthropy and large-scale events was on Wednesday named as the chief executive of British Asian Trust, a charity founded by King Charles to tackle poverty, inequality and injustice in South Asia. Hitan Mehta, awarded an OBE in the Kings 2023 New Year Honours List in recognition Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 10:20 pm

Ancient giant that never shrank: Study shows Anacondas have been massive for 12 million years

Anacondas reached their enormous size about 12.4 million years ago and, unlike most other Miocene giants, have barely changed since. Fossils from Venezuela reveal that early anacondas were already as large as modern ones, defying climate cooling, habitat loss and new predators. Their enduring gigantism hints at remarkable resilience and ecological adaptability that future research now aims to explain.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 10:18 pm

EU lays out plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium say its too risky

Brussels: The European Union on Wednesday revealed details of its plan to use billions of euros in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraines needs over the next two years, but Belgium rejected the scheme and insisted that it poses major financial and legal risks. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that the EU Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 10:03 pm

How much money does Mariah Carey still make from 'All I Want for Christmas Is You'

Every December, Mariah Carey becomes the gravitational centre of the holiday soundtrack, her 1994 hit All I Want for Christmas Is You topping charts, filling shops, and dominating playlists. The song has earned tens of millions over the decades, around $2.5$3 million annually, turning Christmas into a dependable revenue engine and cementing Carey as the undisputed modern queen of the season.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 7:58 pm

Irans currency falls to a new low as nuclear sanctions squeeze its ailing economy

The new low of 1.2 million rial to the U.S. dollar is increasing pressure on food prices and other costs

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 6:10 pm

Three policemen killed in IED blast targeting police vehicle in northwest Pakistan

Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Gul Alam, Constable Rafiq and the driver of the mobile van, Sakhi Jan, lost their lives in the incident

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 4:48 pm

Ms Rachel nominated in Antisemite of the Year by advocacy group

American YouTuber, educator, and kids presenter, Rachel Anne Accurso, better known as Ms Rachel, was nominated for the Antisemite of the Year by advocacy group StopAntisemitism, sparking widespread outrage. StopAntisemitism describes itself as a US-based grassroots watchdog organisation dedicated to exposing individuals who engage in antisemitic behaviour. Known to millions of children worldwide for her Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 4:36 pm

Qatar unveils plans for a spectacular 11 day National Day celebration at Darb Al Saai

Qatars National Day celebrations will take place at Darb Al Saai from 10 to 20 December, offering a rich programme of cultural, heritage, and artistic activities. Visitors can explore desert life, maritime heritage, traditional crafts, and interactive events for children and adults, while national parades and patriotic showcases highlight unity, identity, and the values that have shaped Qatars past and present.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 4:18 pm

Raccoon goes on drunken rampage in Virginia liquor store

Virginia: The masked burglar broke into the closed Virginia liquor store early on Saturday and hit the bottom shelf, where the scotch and whisky were stored. The bandit was something of a nocturnal menace: bottles were smashed, a ceiling tile collapsed and alcohol pooled on the floor. The suspect acted like an animal because, in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 3:20 pm

Saudi Crown Prince administers oath to newly appointed ambassadors at Dammam ceremony

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman administered the oath of office to newly appointed ambassadors at Al-Khaleej Palace in Dammam, attended by Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan. The ambassadors will represent Saudi Arabia in countries including Qatar, Brunei, Romania, Nigeria, and the Netherlands, strengthening diplomatic ties and promoting the Kingdoms global presence and international cooperation.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 3:16 pm

Snooping not possible with Sanchar Saathi app: Scindia

The minister stressed that the app has been designed only to protect users, not monitor them. His remarks come at a time when the app has triggered a political debate, after the government directed smartphone manufacturers last week to pre-install Sanchar Saathi on all new devices.

IBTimes 3 Dec 2025 3:10 pm

K'taka Cong infighting: Pro-Shivakumar slogans erupt as KC Venugopal lands in Mangaluru

Venugopal is scheduled to participate in the centenary celebrations to mark the 1925 meeting between Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi in Mangaluru. He will attend the event along with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, while Shivakumar is not part of the programme. Party sources said the Siddaramaiah camp is using the event to showcase its strength. The Shivakumar camp is reportedly unhappy with this development.

IBTimes 3 Dec 2025 3:06 pm

SC grants bail to ex-Rajasthan Minister in Rs 900 crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam case

Joshi was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on April 24 in connection with the alleged Rs 900 crore Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scam. His bail plea was earlier rejected by the Rajasthan High Court on August 26, after which he approached the apex court.

IBTimes 3 Dec 2025 3:05 pm

BJP bristles at Cong over PM Modi's AI video, slams 'habit' of mocking his humble background

They also drew a Mani Shankar Aiyar link to call out the grand old party's habit of mocking the Prime Minister and the nation's achievements under his leadership. The AI video shared by Ragini Nayak on Tuesday night showed PM Modi walking with a kettle and glasses, in what looked like a global event.

IBTimes 3 Dec 2025 3:05 pm

Cold wave grips north as cyclone Ditwah drenches south

Officials said the precautionary measure was taken considering flooded stretches, waterlogged school zones and the continued threat of moderate to heavy showers. In Chengalpattu, a holiday has been declared only for schools, not for colleges. Similarly, Ranipet district -- particularly Arakkonam and Nemili taluks -- has declared a holiday for schools.

IBTimes 3 Dec 2025 3:05 pm

Israel says findings returned from Gaza do not match remaining hostages

With the remains of two hostages one Israeli and one Thai national remaining in Gaza, the sides are close to wrapping up the first phase of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 2:45 pm

Planning a longer stay in UAE? Heres how to extend your UAE Visit Visa

The UAE offers flexible visit visa extensions for tourism, business, family visits, medical treatment, and study. Extensions must be applied before expiry via the ICP online portal or in person at Amer Centres. Fees start at AED 600 plus VAT and additional charges. Overstaying incurs fines immediately. Ensure your passport is valid, use authorized services, and confirm your visa type allows extensions.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 2:22 pm

Imran Khan's son Kasim Khan's BIG revelation on jailed Pakistan ex-PM, says, 'Something irreversible has happened...'

The remarks come as the Tehreek-e-Insaf party and Imran's sisters have protested and staged sit-ins outside Adiala jail, where he is imprisoned, after being barred from meeting him for over three weeks.

DNA India 3 Dec 2025 2:12 pm

Oxford Union elects first Palestinian as its president

Oxford: A first in its 202-year history, Oxford Union, one of the United Kingdoms most prestigious university societies, has appointed a Palestinian-origin student as its president. Arwa Hanin Elrayess, a Palestinian-Algerian student of philosophy, economics, and politics at St. Edmund Hall constituent college, is set to lead the renowned student union for the Trinity (summer) Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 2:03 pm

Meet Uzma Khan, Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's younger sister, who recently visited him in jail, her profession is...

Uzma Khan, the younger sister of Imran Khan, prefers to stay out of the limelight. A philanthropist and advocate for social causes, she supports initiatives like the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital. Though less visible in public life, she plays a pivotal role in the Khan family.

DNA India 3 Dec 2025 2:01 pm

Watch: Trump administration pauses immigration from 19 countries citing security concerns

The pause applies to people from 19 countries that were already subjected to a partial travel ban in June, placing further restrictions on immigration.

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 1:36 pm

Man, 46, accused of trying to groom mum to have sex with her 12-year-old daughter in Philippines

The man was searched at an airport and later arrested at his home shortly after returning from the Philippines - he is due to face court after his arr... Man, 46, accused of trying to groom mum to have sex with her 12-year-old daughter in Philippines

India Vision 3 Dec 2025 1:34 pm

'Zombie gran' terrified neighbours when she got out of her coffin six days after she 'died'

Locals panicked when 95-year-old Li Xiufengs coffin was found empty until the dead grandmother reappeared alive, calmly cooking in her kitchen. 'Zombie gran' terrified neighbours when she got out of her coffin six days after she 'died'

India Vision 3 Dec 2025 1:33 pm

Woman slowly suffocated after being buried alive when first date went very wrong

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT One woman thought she was finally meeting a future partner after months of talking until the evening took a disastrous tu... Woman slowly suffocated after being buried alive when first date went very wrong

India Vision 3 Dec 2025 1:32 pm

If equality prevails, next UN chief will be a woman, says top contender Rebeca Grynspan

Rebeca Grynspan currently serves as secretary-general of the UN Conference on Trade and Development; if elected, she would assume leadership during Trumps tenure as U.S. president

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 12:57 pm

Kuwait to get six public holidays in January 2026 including new year and Isra-Miraj

Kuwait will observe six public holidays in January 2026, covering both the New Year and the religious occasion of Isra and Miraj. The New Year break runs from January 1 to 3, while Isra and Miraj falls on January 16, extending the holiday through January 18. Work resumes on January 4 and January 19, providing extended weekends for residents.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 12:35 pm

Bangladesh's armed forces chiefs make rare joint visit to ailing ex-PM Khaleda Zia

Thr former PMs son and BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman, who has been living in self-exile in London for over a decade, is likely to return to Bangladesh soon

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 12:12 pm

FBI offers $50,000 reward for information about Indian national who murdered woman, son from India in 2017

Authorities said the motive for the killings has not been definitively established. The next step will be to bring Hameed back to the United States to face prosecution

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 11:57 am

Saudi Arabia approves $350 billion budget for 2026, focused on vision 2030 goals

Saudi Arabia has approved its 2026 state budget of 1.313 trillion riyals ($350 billion), targeting economic growth and Vision 2030 goals. Public revenues are estimated at 1.147 trillion riyals, with a projected deficit of 165 billion riyals. The plan emphasizes fiscal sustainability, development projects, social programs, and giga projects, aiming to strengthen the economy, enhance public services, and support citizens well-being.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 11:47 am

Cyclone Ditwah impact: India sends mobile field hospital, over 70 medical personnel to Sri Lanka

Emergency medical aid from India, including field hospitals, medicines, equipment and medical personnel, landed in Sri Lanka on Tuesday (December 2, 2025), the Sri Lankan Presidents office said; death toll in Sri Lanka reached 474 on Wednesday (December 3, 2025), according to the latest figures

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 11:25 am

FBI offers $50,000 reward for Indian man wanted in 2017 New Jersey double murder

New York: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is offering a reward of up to USD 50,000 for information about an Indian national wanted for his alleged involvement in the 2017 murder of an Indian woman and her six-year-old son, with authorities here urging the government of India to extradite the suspect. Nazeer Hameed, 38, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 10:40 am

India in talks with Israeli firm for world's first computerised rifle system

Once the trigger is pressed and held after the first shot, Arbel analyses the shooter's behaviour and releases subsequent rounds only when the probability of a hit is high

The Hindu Businessline 3 Dec 2025 10:13 am

Search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 to resume on Dec. 30, over a decade after it disappeared

Flight MH370, a Boeing 777, was carrying 227 passengers and 12 crew when it vanished en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing in 2014.

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 9:12 am

Trump invokes IndiaPakistan as he touts ending global wars

Washington: US President Donald Trump referenced India and Pakistan while highlighting what he called a sweeping record on ending global conflicts, telling his Cabinet that several international disputes never would have happened under his leadership and that he had already ended eight wars, including those involving South Asia. At the White House Cabinet Room, Trump Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 8:44 am

Indian man charged with criminally negligent homicide in US

New York/Washington: An Indian man who entered the US illegally three years ago has been charged with homicide after two persons were killed when a semi-truck he was driving collided with their car. Rajinder Kumar, 32, has been charged with criminally negligent homicide and reckless endangering. William Micah Carter, 25, and Jennifer Lynn Lower, 24, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Dec 2025 8:37 am

Why is there no peace in Ukraine? | Explained

While Ukraine faces the possibility of a prolonged war with Russia, a controversial 28-point peace plan from the Trump administration proposes recognition of Russian control over key territories. With pressure mounting on President Zelenskyy, the prospect of a ceasefire grows increasingly complicated amid military setbacks

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 8:30 am

Pentagon chief says U.S. has 'only just begun' striking alleged drug boats

Mr. Hegseth and President Donald Trump's administration have come under fire particularly over an incident in which U.S. forces launched a follow-up strike on the wreckage of a vessel that had already been hit, reportedly killing two survivors.

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 7:53 am

Trump administration says it will withhold SNAP from Democrat-led States if they don't provide data

About 42 million lower-income Americans, or one in eight, rely on SNAP to help buy groceries. The average monthly benefit is about $190 per person, or a little over $6 a day

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 7:26 am

Trump says National Guard will be sent to New Orleans in a couple of weeks

The city is also bracing itself for a separate immigration crackdown dubbed Swamp Sweep that aims to arrest 5,000 people over the coming weeks

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 7:06 am

U.S. pauses all applications for immigrants from 19 countries: report

The pause applies to people from countries that the administration banned in June from seeking status from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 6:23 am

We dont want them: Trump rages against Somali immigrants

Donald Trumps heated remarks come as a scandal unfolds in the state of Minnesota, where prosecutors say more than $1 billion went to non-existent social services, largely through false billing by Somali Americans

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 6:03 am

U.K. medical team to arrive in Bangladesh as Zia remains critical

Speaking to reporters in front of Evercare Hospital, AZM Zahid Hossain said the U.K. specialists would join the international medical board already supervising Khaleda Zia's treatment.

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 2:08 am

Man charged in National Guard shooting pleads not guilty during court appearance from hospital

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national who was also shot, faces charges stemming from the November 26 shooting that killed Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and wounded Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, 24

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 1:42 am

Sudan's RSF paramilitary says it took control of strategic West Kordofan town

On December 2, the army denied that the RSF had taken the entire town, and accused its rivals of continuing attacks on Babanusa despite RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalos announcement of a unilateral ceasefire

The Hindu 3 Dec 2025 12:30 am