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Odisha has stepped up COVID-19 surveillance after Andhra Pradesh reported fresh infections and COVID-related deaths, while Tamil Nadu said no highly virulent variant is circulating. Odisha has no active cases but has increased testing, monitoring and hospital preparedness as a precaution.

In June, Blake Lively revealed that she wants $8 million as a legal fee from Justin Baldoni. This was the money that she incurred during her much-publicised legal case with her It Ends with Us co-star.

In the midst of 2026’s volatile energy landscape, major oil and gas corporations are reporting record-breaking profits driven by supply disruptions in the Middle East and fluctuating global oil prices.

The woman whose husband was sucked out of the plane up to his shoulders last week has revealed what it was like in the moment and how she managed to save him after other passengers helped. The man is unable to speak and doesn't remember much about the incident.

Acclaimed director Christopher Nolan has issued a stark warning to Hollywood regarding the industry's pivot to artificial intelligence, arguing that the technology is hitting the medium at "exactly the wrong time".

The White House is preparing to expand its "Ratepayer Protection Pledge" through a new initiative designed to shield households from rising electricity costs driven by AI data centers. While the original March 2026 pledge focused on major tech firms like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, this upcoming effort will broaden participation to include electric utilities, data center developers, and state governors.

The reports of Kim Kardashian and F1 star Lewis Hamilton first came in the headlines in February this year, when the two were spotted on a date in Europe.

Russian police have arrested anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin, one of the few prominent Kremlin critics still active in Russia, ahead of the country's September parliamentary elections. Authorities accused him of displaying extremist symbols over a 2023 video

Matthew Aaron VanDyke, a U.S. national currently held in Tihar Jail on terror-related charges, has petitioned a Delhi court for permission to cook his own meals. Claiming he has been on a hunger strike since May 6, 2026, due to an inability to digest "spicy, oily, and deep-fried" prison food, VanDyke reports significant health deterioration, including a 14kg weight loss and declining eyesight. He seeks access to specific ingredients and cooking equipment, with his family offering to cover all costs.

Donald Trump's plan to charge ships a 20 per cent fee for transiting the Strait of Hormuz has drawn sharp criticism from Brazil's President Lula, who accused the US of behaving like a 'pirate'. Scroll down to see why the proposal has also revived Marco Rubio's own words from just weeks ago.

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Darline Graham Nordone to fill the U.S. Senate vacancy left by the sudden passing of her brother, Senator Lindsey Graham. Nordone, who was raised by her brother after the loss of their parents, will serve the remainder of the current term, which expires on January 3, 2027. Her appointment marks a historic milestone as she becomes the first woman to represent South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

A 36-year-old American national, identified as Jordan Brown from California, was apprehended by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) on July 11, 2026, near the Sonauli border in Uttar Pradesh while attempting to enter Nepal without a passport, visa, or valid travel documents. Brown, who claimed to be a former U.S. Navy and Special Forces member, was intercepted while trying to cross via an unauthorized foot trail.

Avengers: Doomsday is set to hit theatres in Dec, but fans can book the tickets for the movie in advance,starting from July only.

What if the best medicine for your brain wasn’t a pill, but a new language? New research shows that learning a second language does more than help you travel or talk to new people. It actually rewires and strengthens your brain. Studies reveal it boosts memory, focus, and even slows cognitive aging. The mental workout of switching between languages keeps your brain active, flexible, and younger for longer.

While Deschamps' side have lit up the World Cup with a string of scintillating performances, Spain's campaign has built momentum gradually following a shock 0-0 draw against minnows Cape Verde in their opening game.

The FBI and US Capitol Police visited late Senator Lindsey Graham's Washington, DC residence to rule out any possibility of foul play following his sudden death. Authorities have found no evidence linking his death to any conspiracy, while preliminary findings attribute it to an aortic dissection

Jude Bellingham climbs above Lionel Messi in the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 FIFA Power Rankings after his brace against Norway, while Kylian Mbappe remains no 1 ahead of the semifinals

Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign has sparked fierce debate over controversial refereeing decisions, VAR interventions and allegations of preferential treatment. Here's why the defending champions remain at the centre of football's biggest talking point

India has officially launched its campaign for a UN Security Council seat for 2028-29, unveiling a new diplomatic framework called 'SHANTI'. Scroll down to find out what the acronym stands for, why it matters, and how New Delhi hopes it will strengthen its bid.