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Benny Blanco has a striking hairstyle and fans can't stop talking about it. The record producer recently appeared on a YouTube podcast with his new look, and fans feel bad for Selena Gomez. Read on to know more.

In a severe crackdown on communication and information access, the Taliban has issued a sweeping directive banning the use of smartphones by all government employees across Afghanistan. The order, attributed to Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, mandates a switch to basic mobile phones, with authorities warning that violators face confiscation, destruction of devices, and potential Sharia-based legal punishment, including imprisonment.

James Burrows breathed his last surrounded by his family on Friday (June 19). Known for his situational comedies, he was known for directing shows like Friends, Cheers, Big Bang Theory and others.

The ongoing disruption of the Strait of Hormuz has laid bare a critical structural weakness in India’s energy security. With nearly half of India's crude imports historically passing through this maritime chokepoint, the recent crisis has forced an urgent rethink of national strategy.

A new ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, brokered by the U.S., Qatar, and Iran, is under immediate and severe strain. Despite the agreement officially taking effect on Friday, June 19, 2026, violence has persisted, with intense exchanges of fire continuing across the border.

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict enters its fifth year, the battlefield is being fundamentally reshaped by a rapid evolution in drone technology and precision tactics. President Volodymyr Zelensky’s forces have significantly scaled up a "logistics lockdown" campaign, utilizing a new generation of domestically produced, long-range strike drones to disrupt Russian supply lines deep behind the front lines.

Zimbabwe’s National Assembly has overwhelmingly approved a controversial constitutional amendment that extends presidential and parliamentary terms from five to seven years. In a move that has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties and constitutional experts, more than 200 lawmakers backed the bill on Thursday, June 18, 2026, surpassing the two-thirds majority required to alter the constitution.

Authorities in Srinagar have issued an urgent suspension of all Shikara and boating services on Dal Lake as severe weather grips the Kashmir Valley. The Meteorological Centre in Srinagar has forecast a persistent wet spell across Jammu and Kashmir, with intense thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds expected to continue through June 22.

FIFA 2026 | USA beat Australia 2-0 to advance to Round of 32, Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 and Brazil showed signs of revival in time with 3-0 win against Haiti.

A new ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, brokered by the U.S., Qatar, and Iran, is under immediate and severe strain. Despite the agreement officially taking effect on Friday, June 19, 2026, violence has persisted, with intense exchanges of fire continuing across the border.

In a stunning blend of ancient tradition and futuristic innovation, Beijing-based robotics firms have successfully deployed humanoid robots to compete in a traditional Dragon Boat race. The event, held in the city’s historic canal district, saw robots designed with advanced artificial intelligence and high-precision motor control systems rowing in near-perfect synchronization to navigate the waters.

Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna's Cocktail 2 released in cinemas on June 19, and has seen a strong opening at the box office. Despite mixed reviews, the film drew audience to the theatres.

The world No. 1 sits T11 at even par heading into the weekend, seven shots behind leader Clark who leads with 7-under after two rounds at Shinnecock Hills at the US Open after Round 2.

Tempers flared at the United Nations after Israeli envoy Danny Danon interrupted a meeting to attack UN officials over reports on Palestinian children in conflict zones. The exchange escalated into a shouting match as officials defended findings they said were based on verified evidence.

Chinese AI lab Zai says China could develop a frontier AI model comparable to today's most advanced systems sooner than expected. The comments follow the launch of GLM 5.2, a high-performing open-weight model trained entirely on Huawei chips, highlighting the growing US-China AI rivalry.

Rockstar Games has confirmed that GTA 6 pre-orders will open on June 25 ahead of the game's planned November 19 release. The announcement includes official cover art, fresh details about Vice City-inspired Leonida and growing confidence that the long-awaited launch remains on track.

As smartphone usage increases, buyers are seeking devices that offer strong battery life, reliable performance, ample storage and modern features without a high price tag. Budget smartphones now deliver 5G connectivity, AI tools, smooth displays and large batteries.

A catastrophic wildlife die-off has been confirmed on the remote Australian sub-Antarctic territories of Heard and McDonald Islands. New research indicates that the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain of bird flu has decimated local populations, resulting in the deaths of over 13,000 southern elephant seal pups—an estimated 76% of the island’s annual population.

President Donald Trump has struck back against bipartisan criticism of the newly signed memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. Following the formal signing of the 14-point agreement at the Palace of Versailles, the President took to social media to lash out at critics, labeling opponents of the deal as "fools" who are "jealous, bad people, or stupid."