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A massive wildfire has engulfed more than 100 buildings in a coastal town in Norway, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and forcing emergency crews into action. Dramatic visuals show flames spreading rapidly across a hillside near wooded areas while helicopters continuously dump water to slow the fire's advance. Authorities are battling the fast-moving blaze as dangerous conditions fuel the wildfire. Watch the latest updates, dramatic footage, and details on the firefighting operation.

A massive landslide tore through Pengshui County on the edge of Chongqing on Friday morning, sending rocks and soil crashing down and burying more than 10 residential buildings. At least 8 people are confirmed dead, with 34 still missing, though 10 were pulled from the debris alive. Over 800 rescuers are on site, but officials warn the risk of another collapse remains high. President Xi Jinping has ordered a full investigation into what caused the disaster and demanded swift identification of other hazard zones.

Jennifer Winget has officially married her longtime beau, William Ishmael, in an intimate white wedding in the UK on July 18. The actress shared glimpses from the dreamy ceremony, delighting fans online.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said his team must produce its best performance to beat Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, which will be played on Monday (IST) in New Jersey.

Ben Affleck's AI startup has reportedly acquired a $587 million deal with Netflix. This deal marks the streaming platform's largest investment in AI-powered filmmaking technology.

The Ukraine-Russia war has entered another tense phase as both sides continue launching fresh strikes against military, energy, and infrastructure targets. Ukraine says it targeted Russian military and energy facilities, including oil infrastructure and naval assets, while Moscow reported continued attacks on Ukrainian cities, ports, and defense facilities. In Kyiv, thousands of protesters gathered for a second consecutive day demanding the reinstatement of former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, raising concerns over changes in Ukraine's military leadership. Meanwhile, casualties were reported in attacks across Ukraine and Russia, with both sides accusing each other of targeting civilian areas. Russia says its operations focused on military facilities, while Ukraine says its strikes aim to disrupt Russian supply lines and logistics.

Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J. Angmo, said he will continue his hunger strike despite being hospitalised, confirming the July 20 Parliament march even as Safdarjung Hospital said he has refused intravenous fluids and medical

India has always valued repair, reuse, refurbishment, and life extension. Even when it comes to household appliances and electronics, the instinct has traditionally been to maximise utility before replacement.

Rajesh Sharma's health has improved and the actor has been discharged from the hospital, days after being admitted for an insect bite while filming Prabhas's Fauzi. Read on to know more.

The strikes on a water desalination plant in Kuwait damaged a large number of power generation units and sparked a fire, said local authorities.

US President Donald Trump has urged FIFA to choose the United States as the sole host of a future FIFA World Cup, suggesting Canada and Mexico be left out after the success of the 2026 tournament. Speaking alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino at Trump Tower ahead of the FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina, Trump praised the tournament and even revealed discussions about a potential future US-China World Cup bid.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Skyroot Aerospace after the successful Vikram-1 launch, calling India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket a defining milestone in the country's space journey.

Iran has targeted US-linked military facilities across the Gulf, including a US air base in Bahrain, as Washington and Tehran exchange strikes. Iran warns of a wider offensive if attacks continue.

To qualify, the injury must have occurred at least one year earlier, the patient must have remained medically stable for six months after standard treatment, and they must have lost the ability to grasp objects with their hands while still retaining some upper-arm movement.

Gomez has been in London since May filming Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building'. She has regularly shared updates from the set on Instagram, including a post about her “first week in London.”

PV Sindhu delivered an outstanding performance to defeat her long-time rival Chen Yufei and book her place in the final of the Japan Open 2026.

The trailer of The India Story, featuring Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade, has been unveiled. Packed with intense drama and powerful performances, the film releases on July 24.

Ukraine's Security Service has recovered surveillance footage the Monaco bombers thought they'd deleted — video from a camera they'd secretly installed just to confirm their own attack had worked. It shows businessman Vadym Yermolaiev, his partner and 13-year-old son walking into their apartment building moments before a remote-detonated bomb went off on June 29.

A 16th-century cannon has been stolen from Madhya Pradesh’s Narwar Fort by an armed gang, nearly two decades after a similar theft. Police suspect an organised antique-smuggling network.