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French actress Rachida Brakni, wife of football legend Eric Cantona, has declined the Légion d'honneur, France's highest civilian award. Brakni said she was "politely" refusing the honour after learning she had been named in the annual Bastille Day honours list.

A new Columbia University study has found that insufficient sleep may significantly increase the risk of obesity, heart disease, and other long-term health problems. Researchers say maintaining healthy sleep habits is essential for improving overall physical and cardiovascular health.

Atiqa’s special performance in qualifying came after she swept Round 2 of the COTFA series in Greece last month.

The National Conference will go ahead with its July 20 protest at Jantar Mantar demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, while the BJP will stage a Secretariat Gherao in Srinagar over the alleged jobs outsourcing scam.

India pacer Gurnoor Brar received an official ICC warning and one demerit point for throwing the ball near Ben Duckett during the first ODI in Birmingham.

The Deccani sheep, one of India's oldest indigenous livestock breeds, is disappearing from markets, threatening not only traditional pastoral livelihoods but also the rich culinary heritage of the Deccan plateau. Experts warn that the decline reflects a broader loss of biodiversity, sustainable farming practices and regional food culture.

Elon musk's AI company X AI has filed what it describes as a landmark lawsuit against a user accused of misusing its grok AI chatbot to generate child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The case marks one of the first major legal actions by an AI company targeting the alleged criminal misuse of generative AI tools.

The Supreme Court asked the Centre and education boards to reconsider introducing a third language from Class 9, suggesting it should begin in Class 6 to reduce pressure on students ahead of board examinations.

Who is Sergii Koretskyi? Meet Ukraine's new Prime Minister, the former Naftogaz chief and energy executive chosen by President Volodymyr Zelensky to lead the country through wartime and winter.

The 'Bedroom Environment Optimisation' trend is gaining popularity as sleep experts recommend simple changes to improve sleep quality. From blackout blinds and warm lighting to earthy colour palettes and cooler room temperatures, these adjustments can help create a calmer, more restful sleep environment.

At the BIMSTEC NSA meeting in Delhi, Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval highlighted maritime security among other things. Here is why a stable and secure Bay of Bengal is essential for trade, energy flows, regional connectivity, and countering growing security challenges

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) on Wednesday (15 July) rejected claims of a "sensitive data breach" at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP), after reports emerged that a ransomware group had obtained confidential files from a contractor's server.

Nand Kishore Goenka, a revered social worker and the father of Essel Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra, passed away on July 13, at the age of 96. Known for his profound commitment to samaj seva (service to society), gau seva (service to cows), and his lifelong association with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), he leaves behind a legacy of humility and compassion.

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck New Zealand's South Island on July 16, 2026, with the epicenter located approximately 40 km north of Te Anau in the Fiordland region. The tremor initially triggered a coastal tsunami warning that was later downgraded to an advisory.

A hidden legend of Rath Yatra in Puri reveals that the festival used to have six chariots instead of three in ancient times. Read to know more.

Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana has received an 'M' rating in Australia. According to a report by the Australian Classification Board, the 34-minute preview package is not recommended for viewers under 15.

Iran congratulated Spain after La Roja defeated France to reach the World Cup final. Iran's backing for Spain is because of the European nation's stance against U.S.

#Gravitas Lebanese authorities have arrested a man close to Hezbollah's core group, accusing him of spying for Israel's Mossad and of providing intel that led to the killing of at least four top commanders in the Iran-backed group.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has expelled Chengalpattu East Joint Secretary N. Veera after a viral video showed him allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹1.3 lakh. Tambaram Police have arrested the former party functionary following a contractor's complaint.