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A driver with a history of mental health issues rammed a car into pedestrians in Modena, injuring eight people, four seriously. The suspect was detained by passers-by after attempting to flee and attacking one person with a knife. Authorities are investigating the motive.

U.S. and Nigerian forces killed a leader of the Islamic State group in Nigeria in a mission carried out Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump said. Trump announced the joint operation in Africa's most populous country in a late-night social media post. He said Abu Bakr al-Mainuki was second-in-command of the Islamic State group globally and "thought he could hide in Africa, but little did he know we had sources who kept us informed on what he was doing."

Nushrat Bharucha is a talented Bollywood actress known for her energetic performances and strong screen presence. She gained popularity from films like Pyaar Ka Punchnama and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety and has built a successful career in the Indian film industry.

Turning off your car radio and headlights technically saves fuel, but the amount is negligible. Headlights reduce efficiency by just one per cent, while the stereo draws minimal power.

Charging a phone and using Bluetooth draws under 20 watts of power from the car alternator. This negligible electrical load reduces fuel efficiency by less than 0.05 per cent, costing barely a fraction of a Rupee over thousands of kilometres.

A full tank adds extra weight, slightly reducing your mileage. However, keeping fuel above the halfway mark prevents costly fuel pump overheating and stops internal moisture condensation.

Modern cars use EVAP systems to trap fuel vapours, meaning parking in the sun does not cause petrol evaporation. However, shaded parking keeps the cabin cool, reducing the need for heavy air conditioning and ultimately saving fuel.

Police patrolled the streets of London as tens of thousands of protesters descended on the UK capital on Saturday for two rival demonstrations. Organisers claimed that millions had attended “unite the kingdom” march, but police estimated the number to be far lower, at about 60,000.

Heavy rain increases fuel consumption by up to 20 per cent due to high rolling resistance, extra electrical loads, and drag. Wet roads force your engine to work harder and burn more fuel.

Using car air conditioning reduces fuel economy by up to 10 per cent. At highway speeds, the AC is more efficient than the aerodynamic drag caused by open windows. City driving favours open windows.

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said changing social and economic trends are influencing family size, with some couples opting for a single child as incomes rise, while others choose a second child only if their firstborn is not a boy.

Half-centuries from Finn Allen, Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Cameron Green, along with another brilliant performance from Sunil Narine, kept KKR alive in the IPL 2026 playoff race.

Bandi Bhageerath surrendered in a POCSO case after a look-out circular was issued against him, while the Telangana High Court refused him interim protection from arrest.

After Alia Bhatt and Huma Qureshi, Aditi Rao Hydari stole the show at the Cannes Film Festival 2026 with her elegant look. Several videos and photos of the actor from the event went viral on social media.

The Israeli military on Saturday (May 16, 2026) confirmed that Ezzedine Al-Haddad, chief of Hamas' armed wing, was killed in an air strike in Gaza the day before.

The freight train, which was transporting containers, was unable to stop in time to avoid colliding with the bus. Videos shared on social media showed the train striking the bus and dragging several ⁠other nearby vehicles along the tracks. All the eight people killed were on the bus.

The Bermuda Triangle’s secrets may finally be solved Planes and ships once thought “vanished” may have met a deadly force. A new theory suggests the truth is simpler than the stories around the mysterious area. Oceanographer Dr. Simon Boxhall believes rogue waves hold the key These are unpredictable walls of water that can strike without warning, dwarfing surrounding waves. The Bermuda Triangle’s geography and weather patterns create a perfect storm for such deadly phenomena The mystery isn’t gone, it’s just more terrifying than we imagined. Is it natural forces, human error, or something else entirely?

US President Donald Trump has returned from China as tensions with Iran continue to escalate, with reports suggesting American forces remain on standby while Washington weighs possible military options. The developments come amid growing fears of a wider regional conflict and rising pressure on global energy markets.

Tensions between Hezbollah and Israel are rapidly escalating as Hezbollah warns of a far bigger battle ahead. The group claims it has deployed advanced unjammable drones against Israeli forces, while Israeli airstrikes continue to hit parts of Lebanon, leaving destruction and growing civilian fear behind. Residents across southern Lebanon worry the region may be sliding toward another devastating war with consequences far beyond the border.