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Norway vs England, FIFA World Cup LIVE: Bellingham, Schjelderup score to keep it even at half-time
Norway and England remain deadlocked at half-time following crucial goals from Andreas Schjelderup and Jude Bellingham. The winner of this quarterfinal matchup will progress to face either Argentina or Switzerland in the semifinals.
England vs India 5th T20: Buttler, Brook demolish India to complete series sweep
England secured a historic series sweep against India after Jos Buttler and Harry Brook recorded a world-record partnership in the fifth T20I. The pair combined for 233 runs to help clinical England dismantle the visiting side and cement their dominance.
Wimbledon women’s final | Noskova ‘Czechmates’ Muchova to win her maiden Grand Slam title
Linda Noskova secured her first Grand Slam title with a hard-fought three-set victory over fellow Czech Karolina Muchova at Wimbledon. In a historic all-Czech final, the 21-year-old staged a remarkable performance to claim her maiden major trophy.
Djokovic — down but not out, vows to carry on
Novak Djokovic has confirmed his intention to return to Wimbledon despite a straight-sets loss in the final. The tennis star cited his positive physical condition throughout the tournament as a key reason for his continued optimism.
Wimbledon 2026 | Sinner, Zverev in battle of power-hitters for the top prize
Defending champion Jannik Sinner faces Alexander Zverev in a highly anticipated 2026 Wimbledon final. The match marks the first time these two power-hitters will compete against each other on a grass court.
Activists seek early decision on better access to life-saving breast cancer medicine
Health activists and patients are calling for an expedited ruling from the Kerala High Court regarding the accessibility of life-saving breast cancer medication. The legal challenge addresses existing barriers that prevent many patients from obtaining necessary treatment due to current regulatory an
Has OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 class beaten Anthropic’s Fable-class models?
OpenAI has officially launched its next-generation GPT-5.6 model family, consisting of three distinct tiers named Sol, Terra, and Luna. The release arrives just one week after Anthropic fully restored access to its competing Fable 5 models for all users.
As privacy backlash grows, Meta reassures public about AI glasses
Meta has introduced new safeguards for its smart glasses to prevent users from recording others without their consent. The company is responding to increasing privacy concerns by ensuring the device remains inoperable if its recording indicator is tampered with.
Parasite causing 'explosive diarrhea' sickening Americans
Health officials have confirmed a significant rise in gastrointestinal illnesses across 31 states, driven by a parasite known for causing severe symptoms. While dozens of hospitalizations have been reported, federal authorities have confirmed no fatalities linked to the current outbreak.
As Modi visits Auckland, Congress recalls ex-Kiwi PM David Lange's role in reviving India-NZ ties: Who was he?
Upon taking office as prime minister of New Zealand, Lange chose India for his very first official overseas visit in October 1984. Lange struck an immediate, natural rapport with the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi dur
Narottam Mishra denied BJP ticket: Supporters clash with cops in MP's Datia, NH-44 blocked for 12 hours
Protesters blocked National Highway 44 for nearly 12 hours in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district following the denial of a BJP ticket to Narottam Mishra. The demonstration escalated into a physical confrontation with law enforcement, resulting in injuries to top police officials.
Prashant Kishor's swipe at BJP after Bankipur bypoll candidate withdraws: ‘Running away out of fear of losing’
Jan Suraaj Party chief Prashant Kishor has criticized the BJP following reports of a candidate withdrawal in the Bankipur bypoll. Kishor suggested the move indicates a fear of electoral defeat against emerging political alternatives in the region.
PM Modi lands in New Zealand on final leg of three-nation tour: What's on the agenda?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in New Zealand for the final stage of his three-nation diplomatic tour. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation and follow up on high-level engagements previously established between the two countries.
Ram Mandir charity theft: AAP to launch signature campaign seeking strict punishment for accused, says Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal also accused the Centre of protecting those responsible for the alleged theft of donations at Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Bill Gates' daughter's startup Phia investigated for claiming commissions from online sales it didn't generate: Report
Phia, a startup founded by Bill Gates' daughter Jennifer Gates, is under investigation following reports of improper commission claims from online sales. The company has acknowledged a technical error and stated that corrective measures have already been implemented to resolve the issue.
DMart Q1 results: Higher costs, slower mature-store growth weigh on margins
Avenue Supermarts, the operator of DMart, reported margin pressure in the first quarter due to rising operational costs and stagnant growth in mature store locations. The retail giant is facing increased competition from quick commerce platforms in major urban hubs, prompting a strategic shift towar
Meta to discontinue controversial AI feature following privacy concerns, Hollywood's SAG-AFTRA union welcomes move
Meta has announced the discontinuation of a new generative AI tool that allowed users to create images based on public Instagram accounts. The decision follows intense scrutiny from privacy advocates and the SAG-AFTRA labor union regarding the unauthorized use of personal likenesses.
What Apple accuses OpenAI of in explosive trade secret lawsuit? A laptop ‘not returned’, secret interviews, & more
Apple has filed a major lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the artificial intelligence firm engaged in a systematic effort to misappropriate trade secrets through aggressive recruitment. The tech giant claims that former employees were encouraged to provide proprietary information as part of thei
Chairman's exit a 'challenging event' that raised governance questions: HDFC Bank CEO
HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan addressed the departure of the former chairman, describing it as a significant event that prompted a formal review of governance standards. The bank maintains that internal investigations have since cleared the institution of any alleged procedural misconduct.
New Zealand's Space Sector Played Key Role In Chandrayaan-3 Success, Says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted the significant contribution of New Zealand's space sector to the success of India's Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission. The statement underscores growing international cooperation in space exploration and technology exchange between the two nations.
Vietnam Boat Tragedy Updates: "Boat Had Barely Begun Moving, Tipped Over Before We Could React": Survivor
Indian Tourists Killed in Vietnam Boat Incident News Updates: At least 15 Indians, including 13 men and 2 women, were killed in the incident. There were a total of 36 people on board the vessel.
Iran Officials Admit To "Mistake" After Attacks On Ships In Hormuz: Report
Internal reports indicate that Iranian officials have categorized recent maritime attacks in the Strait of Hormuz as a mistake. Tehran has reportedly attributed the incidents to a faction within the government acting without official authorization.
US Lawmaker Ro Khanna Detained By Israeli Settlers During West Bank Visit
U.S. Representative Ro Khanna was reportedly detained by Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank this week. The incident occurred during a regional tour as Khanna explores potential political maneuvers and evaluates local tensions.
Man Arrested For Raping 12-Year-Old Neighbour In Assam's Sivasagar
The accused, a fast-food vendor from Samastipur district of Bihar, lived in a rented house in the same neighbourhood as the survivor.