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Actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay is set to become Tamil Nadu's next CM after his party TVK reached close to the halfway mark in the Assembly polls. However, his journey was not at all smooth and deftly handled political, professional as well as personal challenges.

Playing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, the win for SRH means PBKS were toppled from the top spot in the points table for the first time since the first week of April.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just over a month away, the streets of Brazil's Rio de Janeiro has turned into an open-air mural museum. Locals have kept alive the tradition of decorating the city for the World Cup.

Skywatchers are in for a rare celestial treat as the only “Blue Moon” of 2026 is set to appear on May 31. The term refers to the rarity of the event, not its colour. At the same time, Earth is passing through debris left behind by Halley's Comet, triggering a meteor shower that peaked in early May. Together, these events are creating a stunning night sky for astronomy enthusiasts.

#Gravitas The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday moved in to secure forensic evidence and gather key inputs from the twin blast sites in Jalandhar and Amritsar, with teams rushing to assist the Punjab Police in piecing together the sequence behind the back-to-back explosions. Sources said NIA teams are en route and will work alongside state agencies as investigators examine CCTV footage, debris, and forensic samples to establish what triggered the blasts that have raised fresh security concerns in the border state.

As per a study published in the Journal of Nutrition, eating at least five eggs per week could reduce risk of developing Alzheimer's. According to W.H.O. estimates, over 57 million people had dementia as of 2021. Alzheimer's accounted for over 60% of these cases.

Major publishers have taken legal action against Meta, accusing the company of using their content without permission to train its LLaMA AI models. The lawsuit alleges copyright violations and raises serious questions about how tech giants source data for artificial intelligence. The case could have far-reaching implications for the future of AI development, content ownership, and digital rights worldwide.

The global financial landscape is shifting as the Chinese Yuan gains strength against the US dollar, hitting a near three-year high. Analysts say currency markets are becoming a new battleground between the US and China, with strategic moves impacting global trade and economic power. While the dollar remains dominant, the yuan’s rise signals a slow but significant shift in global financial dynamics.

As dust settles on the Assembly elections in India, race for government formation has intensified. While actor-turned-politician Vijay is yet to cobble up numbers to form a government in Tamil Nadu, Chief Ministerial faces are yet to be finalised in West Bengal and Keralam.

#Gravitas Former U.S. President Barack Obama has acknowledged that his political pressures, particularly those linked to US President Donald Trump, have created strain in his marriage to Michelle Obama.

#Gravitas Russia has unleashed its deadliest wave of attacks across Ukraine this year, leading to at least 27 fatalities and casting doubt over any talk of a ceasefire.

Bali is battling a growing waste crisis as garbage piles up across popular tourist spots. The situation worsened after the island’s largest landfill restricted organic waste, disrupting disposal systems. With beaches and streets affected, authorities are scrambling for solutions while concerns rise over tourism, the environment, and public health. The crisis highlights the urgent need for sustainable waste management.

#Gravitas From Israel to Gaza, the cost of war has left childhoods shattered. A generation is growing up under the shadow of trauma, fear, and psychological collapse.

Two female Gaza flotilla activists are facing flak for dancing provocatively with their faces covered to demand the release of two pro-Palestine activists who were arrested last week. Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Ávila are currently in Israel.

President Trump also defended his White House ballroom project, which faced renewed scrutiny this week after Senate Republicans proposed including $1 billion for security upgrades to the East Wing in a reconciliation bill.

Major publishers have taken legal action against Meta, accusing the company of using their content without permission to train its LLaMA AI models. The lawsuit alleges copyright violations and raises serious questions about how tech giants source data for artificial intelligence. The case could have far-reaching implications for the future of AI development, content ownership, and digital rights worldwide.

Tensions between Washington and Tehran rise sharply after U.S. President Donald Trump issues a direct warning to Iran, offering a final choice between a negotiated deal or renewed military escalation. The statement comes amid shifting U.S. strategy, with signals of both pressure and diplomacy as negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz and regional stability continue. Iran, meanwhile, is reviewing Washington’s proposal while maintaining a hard stance against external pressure.

The Pentagon has responded after reports surfaced suggesting that Iran may be training “kamikaze dolphins” to attack US naval ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s what Pete Hegseth said.

Punjab Kings sit top of the table as they took on SRH in IPL 2026 on Wednesday (May 6). They come into the game on the back of back-to-back defeats in IPL 2026 as they first lost to the Rajasthan Royals at home before losing to the Gujarat Titans.