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<p>The United States came up with a new $250 (approximately Rs 40,456) Visa Integrity Fee as part of the sweeping immigration overhaul of President Donald Trump. The development is a part of the initiative, which was signed recently following the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act', enacted on July 4. However, this fee will be refunded if all those visa holders meet specific compliance criteria.</p><p>The Visa Integrity Fee, which is set to apply from 2026, will be applicable to nearly all non-immigrant visa categories, including tourist and business visas (B-1/B-2), work visas (H-1B), student visas (F and M), and exchange visas (J). Only diplomatic categories (A and G) are exempt, according to a report in the Indian Express.</p><p>The visa reform is part of the Trump administration’s wider effort to strengthen immigration control and reduce instances of visa overstays.</p><p>"The recently announced "Visa Integrity Fee" will act as a deterrent for new classes of Indian students, travellers etc applying for the US visa since the revised visa processing cost would be 2.5 times more than the existing fees," an ET quoted Keshav Singhania, Head – Private Client, Singhania &amp; Co. as saying.</p><h3>How much more need to pay?</h3><p>Starting in 2026, US visa applicants will need to pay a total fee of $472 (approximately Rs 40,456) by nearly 2.5 times, according to US immigration services firm Fragomen, as reported by The Economic Times. This amount includes a newly introduced Integrity Fee of $250, an I-94 fee of $24, and an ESTA fee of $13.</p><p>The revised charges will apply across several visa categories, including tourist/business (B-1/B-2), student (F/M), work (H-1B), and exchange (J) visas.</p><h3>How 'US Visa Integrity Fee' be refunded?</h3><p>Visa holders may request a refund of the Integrity Fee under specific conditions: If they leave the US within five days after their visa expires without seeking an extension or change in immigration status, or if they successfully adjust to permanent residency before their I-94 record (the official US arrival/departure record) expires.</p><p>Even if eligible, applicants need to provide required documentation, which must include proof of timely departure or approved status adjustment. Without this, the $250 fee will not be refunded, and it will go to the US Treasury’s general fund.</p><p>Meanwhile, the US State Department is likely to release further guidelines mentioning the refund process that will work in practice. And, the US government reserves the right to modify this fee through future regulatory changes. Beginning in 2026, the Visa Integrity Fee will be updated each year in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI), effectively making it a recurring cost that adjusts with inflation for all applicants.</p><h3>FAQ</h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Who Will Be Affected by the US Visa Fee Hike?</strong></p><p>Tourist, businessperson, workers, and students.</p><p><strong>Why Is the US Increasing Visa Fees for Indian Citizens?</strong></p><p>The fee is meant to discourage overstays of the immigrants and ensure good compliance with visa terms.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>What is the US Visa Integrity Fee?</strong><br>It’s a new $250 fee introduced by the Trump government as part of immigration reforms under the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' in USA.</p><p><strong>When will the Visa Integrity Fee take effect?</strong><br>The fee will apply starting in 2026.</p><p><strong>How much will Indian applicants have to pay in total?</strong><br>Around ₹40,456 (or $472), including the $250 Integrity Fee, $24 I-94 fee, and $13 ESTA fee.</p><p><strong>Which visa categories will this fee apply to?</strong><br>Most non-immigrant visas, including B-1/B-2 (tourist/business), F/M (student), H-1B (work), and J (exchange) visas.</p><p><strong>Can the Visa Integrity Fee be refunded?**</strong><br>Yes, if the visa holder leaves the US within 5 days of visa expiry without seeking an extension, or if they gain permanent residency before their I-94 expires.</p><p><strong>What documents are needed to claim a refund?</strong><br>Proof of timely departure or approved status adjustment is required.</p><p><strong>What happens if I don’t meet the refund conditions?</strong><br>The fee will not be refunded and will go to the US Treasury's general fund.</p><p><strong>Will this fee amount change in the future?</strong><br>Yes, from 2026 onwards, it will be adjusted yearly based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).</p>

The Visa Integrity Fee, which is set to apply from 2026, will be applicable to nearly all non-immigrant visa categories, including tourist and business visas (B-1/B-2), work visas (H-1B), student visas (F and M), and exchange visas (J). Only diplomatic categories (A and G) are exempt.

The United States came up with a new $250 (approximately Rs 40,456) Visa Integrity Fee as part of the sweeping immigration overhaul of President Donald Trump. The development is a part of the initiative, which was signed recently following the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act', enacted on July 4. However, this fee will be refunded if all those visa holders meet specific compliance criteria. The Visa Integrity Fee, which is set to apply from 2026, will be applicable to nearly all non-immigrant visa categories, including tourist and business visas (B-1/B-2), work visas (H-1B), student visas (F and M), and exchange visas (J). Only diplomatic categories (A and G) are exempt, according to a report in the Indian Express. The visa reform is part of the Trump administration’s wider effort to strengthen immigration control and reduce instances of visa overstays. "The recently announced "Visa Integrity Fee" will act as a deterrent for new classes of Indian students, travellers etc applying for the US visa since the revised visa processing cost would be 2.5 times more than the existing fees," an ET quoted Keshav Singhania, Head – Private Client, Singhania & Co. as saying. How much more need to pay? Starting in 2026, US visa applicants will need to pay a total fee of $472 (approximately Rs 40,456) by nearly 2.5 times, according to US immigration services firm Fragomen, as reported by The Economic Times. This amount includes a newly introduced Integrity Fee of $250, an I-94 fee of $24, and an ESTA fee of $13. The revised charges will apply across several visa categories, including tourist/business (B-1/B-2), student (F/M), work (H-1B), and exchange (J) visas. How 'US Visa Integrity Fee' be refunded? Visa holders may request a refund of the Integrity Fee under specific conditions: If they leave the US within five days after their visa expires without seeking an extension or change in immigration status, or if they successfully adjust to permanent residency before their I-94 record (the official US arrival/departure record) expires. Even if eligible, applicants need to provide required documentation, which must include proof of timely departure or approved status adjustment. Without this, the $250 fee will not be refunded, and it will go to the US Treasury’s general fund. Meanwhile, the US State Department is likely to release further guidelines mentioning the refund process that will work in practice. And, the US government reserves the right to modify this fee through future regulatory changes. Beginning in 2026, the Visa Integrity Fee will be updated each year in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI), effectively making it a recurring cost that adjusts with inflation for all applicants. FAQ Who Will Be Affected by the US Visa Fee Hike? Tourist, businessperson, workers, and students. Why Is the US Increasing Visa Fees for Indian Citizens? The fee is meant to discourage overstays of the immigrants and ensure good compliance with visa terms. What is the US Visa Integrity Fee? It’s a new $250 fee introduced by the Trump government as part of immigration reforms under the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' in USA. When will the Visa Integrity Fee take effect? The fee will apply starting in 2026. How much will Indian applicants have to pay in total? Around ₹40,456 (or $472), including the $250 Integrity Fee, $24 I-94 fee, and $13 ESTA fee. Which visa categories will this fee apply to? Most non-immigrant visas, including B-1/B-2 (tourist/business), F/M (student), H-1B (work), and J (exchange) visas. Can the Visa Integrity Fee be refunded?** Yes, if the visa holder leaves the US within 5 days of visa expiry without seeking an extension, or if they gain permanent residency before their I-94 expires. What documents are needed to claim a refund? Proof of timely departure or approved status adjustment is required. What happens if I don’t meet the refund conditions? The fee will not be refunded and will go to the US Treasury's general fund. Will this fee amount change in the future? Yes, from 2026 onwards, it will be adjusted yearly based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

<p>The Visa Integrity Fee, which is set to apply from 2026, will be applicable to nearly all non-immigrant visa categories, including tourist and business visas (B-1/B-2), work visas (H-1B), student visas (F and M), and exchange visas (J). Only diplomatic categories (A and G) are exempt.</p>

Planning a US Visa? It’s about to get 2.5 times expensive for Indians from 2026—Details inside

<p>Donald Trump's cost-cutting spree continues as his administration is preparing to let go of over 2,000 NASA staff members. According to reports, the layoffs include several senior members whose invaluable experience was a boon for the space agency. A total of 2,145 employees will reportedly be asked to go. This includes those in senior-level government ranks. The method of cutting them out would include early retirement, buyouts, and deferred resignations. Of the total number, 1,818 of these NASA staff members work in core mission areas like science and human space flight. All the others in the list are in support roles, such as information technology (IT). This has left several people questioning the Trump administration and how it would affect NASA in view of the upcoming space missions. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/sound-of-the-big-bang-suggests-earth-is-inside-a-2-billion-light-year-wide-void-1752058450698"><strong>2-billion-light-year-wide cosmic void cocoons Earth and even the Milky Way</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Trump administration has already announced proposed budget cuts for 2026 for NASA, hitting dozens of science programs and missions. The one most likely to suffer would be the Artemis mission that plans to land humans on the Moon again after over 50 years. Earlier reports suggest that Trump plans on cutting a whopping 50 per cent of NASA's science budget. The Planetary Society feared at the time that this would mean massive layoffs, a fear that could soon come true. To avert a potential disaster, the group had supporters sign a letter which was sent to the White House, asking them not to go ahead with budget cuts. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/earth-is-unknowingly-sending-signals-to-alien-civilisations-200-light-years-away-1752059769260"><strong>Earth is unknowingly sending signals into space revealing our location to aliens</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>‘Extinction-level event for NASA’</strong></h2><p>It also turned to social media to save the day for NASA. The society wrote on X, "This would be nothing short of an extinction-level event for NASA's science and exploration, losing that much money, that fast, would force NASA to make so many terrible decisions." The video pointed out that if NASA's budget is cut, it would mean the cancellation of several missions to space. "You like missions to Venus? Too bad, they're gone. What about missions to Mars? Deep space? The sun? Earth? Anywhere? Active missions that are producing science right now? Too bad. Those are probably gone too."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Former chiefs of NASA's science Mission Directorate warned last week that is NASA's budgets are cut, it could put China in the pole position in space missions. Seven of them also signed a joint letter calling out the White House's proposed 47 per cent budget cuts. The letter states, "The economics of these proposed cuts ignore a fundamental truth: investments in NASA science have been and are a powerful driver of the U.S. economy and technological leadership."</p>

NASA could be forced to lay off over 2,000 people because of the budget cuts in 2026. Donald Trump isn't interested in funding the space agency and has already announced a massive pullback in terms of money for NASA, affecting several space missions.

Donald Trump's cost-cutting spree continues as his administration is preparing to let go of over 2,000 NASA staff members. According to reports, the layoffs include several senior members whose invaluable experience was a boon for the space agency. A total of 2,145 employees will reportedly be asked to go. This includes those in senior-level government ranks. The method of cutting them out would include early retirement, buyouts, and deferred resignations. Of the total number, 1,818 of these NASA staff members work in core mission areas like science and human space flight. All the others in the list are in support roles, such as information technology (IT). This has left several people questioning the Trump administration and how it would affect NASA in view of the upcoming space missions. Also Read: 2-billion-light-year-wide cosmic void cocoons Earth and even the Milky Way The Trump administration has already announced proposed budget cuts for 2026 for NASA, hitting dozens of science programs and missions. The one most likely to suffer would be the Artemis mission that plans to land humans on the Moon again after over 50 years. Earlier reports suggest that Trump plans on cutting a whopping 50 per cent of NASA's science budget. The Planetary Society feared at the time that this would mean massive layoffs, a fear that could soon come true. To avert a potential disaster, the group had supporters sign a letter which was sent to the White House, asking them not to go ahead with budget cuts. Also Read: Earth is unknowingly sending signals into space revealing our location to aliens ‘Extinction-level event for NASA’ It also turned to social media to save the day for NASA. The society wrote on X, "This would be nothing short of an extinction-level event for NASA's science and exploration, losing that much money, that fast, would force NASA to make so many terrible decisions." The video pointed out that if NASA's budget is cut, it would mean the cancellation of several missions to space. "You like missions to Venus? Too bad, they're gone. What about missions to Mars? Deep space? The sun? Earth? Anywhere? Active missions that are producing science right now? Too bad. Those are probably gone too." Former chiefs of NASA's science Mission Directorate warned last week that is NASA's budgets are cut, it could put China in the pole position in space missions. Seven of them also signed a joint letter calling out the White House's proposed 47 per cent budget cuts. The letter states, "The economics of these proposed cuts ignore a fundamental truth: investments in NASA science have been and are a powerful driver of the U.S. economy and technological leadership."

<p>NASA could be forced to lay off over 2,000 people because of the budget cuts in 2026. Donald Trump isn't interested in funding the space agency and has already announced a massive pullback in terms of money for NASA, affecting several space missions.</p>

NASA prepares for a crisis as over 2,000 employees could be let go of soon: Report

<p>A political controversy has been brewing in the western Indian state of Maharashtra after some attacks on North Indians over not speaking the Marathi language. Now, a video is going viral showing a Marathi man being 'caught' working in the northern state of Haryana. Here is what happened:&nbsp;</p><h2>What happened when a Marathi man was found working in Haryana?</h2><p>In the video, a man with the Instagram handle @notthatmanusharma approaches a Marathi, working at what appeared to be a farm in Haryana. He asks, "who is from Maharashtra? Call him." &nbsp;When asked where he is from, the Marathi says he hails from Nashik city in Maharashtra. "Speak in Haryanvi," demands the north Indian, and the Marathi says he doesn't know the language, which is a dialect of Hindi. "Then, how did you come here?," asks the north Indian. After a moment of tense silence, the north indian laughs and hugs the Marathi, saying, "if you don't work here, who will?"&nbsp;</p><p>"This is your nation. Do what you like," adds the north Indian. "This is India, Bharat."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This video is for MNS Goons <br><br>A maharashtrian was found working in Haryana by Haryanvis<br><br>Look what happened to him … <a href="https://t.co/Q19yYDZsEb">pic.twitter.com/Q19yYDZsEb</a></p>&mdash; Flt Lt Anoop Verma (Retd.) 🇮🇳 (@FltLtAnoopVerma) <a href="https://twitter.com/FltLtAnoopVerma/status/1943140884545180030?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2><br>The slapping incident in Maharashtra targeting North Indians. What happened?</h2><p>The video, which could have been a planned shooting, came in apparent response to an incident earlier this month in Mira Bhayandar in Maharashtra's Thane district. Seven workers of Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) assaulted a sweet shop owner, Babulal Chaudhary, for not speaking Marathi. The MNS workers entered 48-year-old Chaudhary’s Jodhpur Sweets shop asking for water. When Chaudhary’s staffer Bagharam, who is from Rajasthan, responded in Hindi, the MNS workers demanded that they speak Marathi. Chaudhary said “all languages are spoken in Maharashtra,” which provoked the MNS workers, who repeatedly slapped the north Indian.&nbsp;<br><br><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/marathi-language-controversy-spark-protests-and-political-shutdown-in-maharashtra-1752035425836/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/marathi-language-controversy-spark-protests-and-political-shutdown-in-maharashtra-1752035425836/embed</a></p><h2>What happened after the slapping incident in Thane?</h2><p>Police detained the seven MNS workers involved in the Thane slapping incident. But they were released on bail later. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who is from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), &nbsp;condemned the violence and warned of police action.&nbsp;</p><p>But several MNS leaders like Sandeep Rane defended the MNS workers, describing the slap incident as a reaction to Chaudhary’s ‘arrogance’ and alleged insult to the Marathi language.&nbsp;</p><h2>Hindi vs Marathi: The issue behind assaults on non-Marathi speaking people</h2><p>The Thane incident is an example of a broader campaign by MNS against what it calls insults to the Marathi language and culture. The MNS is agitating against what they deem as the imposition of Hindi in schools.</p><h2>Anti-north Indian sentiment intensified after the Hindi language row</h2><p>Part of the reason for MNS digging deep into its regionalist ideology is the upcoming civic elections.&nbsp;<br>MNS stands for Marathi pride and seeks preferential treatment for the local Marathi-speaking people.&nbsp;<br>In 2008, MNS workers clashed with Samajwadi Party supporters in Mumbai, reacting to what they called were provocative" displays by migrants from north Indian states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.&nbsp;<br>The violent incidents at the time catapulted MNS founder &nbsp;Raj Thackeray to prominence. He alleged that the migrants were undermining Maharashtra culture and taking away job opportunities from locals.</p><h2>The political angle: MNS wants a comeback with Udhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena. And Hindi is a good alibi</h2><p>Earlier this year, the BJP-led Maharashtra government proposed the introduction of Hindi as a third language in the states primary schools. It was opposed by erstwhile rivals MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT). Shiv Sena (UBT) is the faction led by Uddhav Thackeray, the son of Bal Thackeray, who founded Shiv Sena.&nbsp;After the protests, the BJP-led government was forced to roll back the Hindi policy.</p><h2>Anti-Hindi agitation unites former rivals Raj and Uddhav Thackeray</h2><p>After the Hindi language policy rollback, former rivals Raj and his cousin Uddhav Thackeray came together on the same stage for the first time in nearly two decades to mark the ‘Marathi Vijay Diwas’ or victory day.&nbsp;<br>The July 5 event at Mumbai’s Worli Dome was a signal of a likely alliance between Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS to garner Marathi votes ahead of the civic elections.</p>

The video appears to be a response to an incident earlier this month in Maharashtra's Thane district, where seven workers of Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) assaulted a sweet shop owner, Babulal Chaudhary, for not speaking Marathi. 

A political controversy has been brewing in the western Indian state of Maharashtra after some attacks on North Indians over not speaking the Marathi language. Now, a video is going viral showing a Marathi man being 'caught' working in the northern state of Haryana. Here is what happened: What happened when a Marathi man was found working in Haryana? In the video, a man with the Instagram handle @notthatmanusharma approaches a Marathi, working at what appeared to be a farm in Haryana. He asks, "who is from Maharashtra? Call him." When asked where he is from, the Marathi says he hails from Nashik city in Maharashtra. "Speak in Haryanvi," demands the north Indian, and the Marathi says he doesn't know the language, which is a dialect of Hindi. "Then, how did you come here?," asks the north Indian. After a moment of tense silence, the north indian laughs and hugs the Marathi, saying, "if you don't work here, who will?" "This is your nation. Do what you like," adds the north Indian. "This is India, Bharat."

<p>The video appears to be a response to an incident earlier this month in Maharashtra's Thane district, where seven workers of Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) assaulted a sweet shop owner, Babulal Chaudhary, for not speaking Marathi.&nbsp;</p>

'This is your nation, do what you'...: A Marathi was found working in Haryana amid anti-north Indian sentiment in Maharashtra. Then, this happened

<p><strong>Bihar Assembly Election: </strong>Ahead of the assembly elections scheduled for October-November, voters in Bihar are restless after the Election Commission said that Aadhaar is not a document to prove Indian citizenship. Meanwhile, on Thursday (July 10), the Indian apex court asked the EC for the reason behind the declaration. A judge on the bench hearing the plea of voters around the proof of citizenship in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Bihar said even he could not show all the documents mandated, especially in the short timeline set.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The question of the Supreme Court came after senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan pointed out that even though Aadhaar is an acceptable document as per the Representation of the People Act, the poll panel is not considering it valid for the Bihar SIR. In response, the EC's lawyer, Senior Advocate Rakesh Dwivedi, told the court: “Aadhar Card cannot be used as proof of citizenship.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia remarked: "… citizenship is an issue to be determined not by the Election Commission of India, but by the MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs)."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The EC lawyer said that Article 326 of the Indian Constitution gives power to the poll panel to check for citizenship for voting rights. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The SC bench then questioned the timing of the exercise, which began late June. The bench observed that if the EC decided to take away the voting right, then that person has to appeal against the decision and “go through this entire rigmarole and thereby be denied his right to vote in the ensuing election”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The SC also questioned the poll panel's demand for 11 documents. The EC said that Aadhaar is a proof of identity, while citizenship needs to be proved with a set of documents.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Apex court further asked the EC for the timing of revealing the citizenship document requirement - just 3 months before the election begins. &nbsp;“Nothing wrong in purging electoral rolls through an intensive exercise in order to see that non-citizens don't remain on the roll. But if you decide only a couple of months before a proposed election…”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Then Justice Bagchi said in the middle, &nbsp;“My question is, why to link this process to an incoming election at all?”</p><p>At this, the EC lawyer insisted that no one would be deleted “without notice or being heard." The court asked the Election Commission to consider Aadhaar, voter ID card, and ration card as valid documents during the verification drive.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The EC lawyer said that Article 326 of the Indian Constitution gives power to the poll panel to check for citizenship for voting rights.  



Bihar Assembly Election: Ahead of the assembly elections scheduled for October-November, voters in Bihar are restless after the Election Commission said that Aadhaar is not a document to prove Indian citizenship. Meanwhile, on Thursday (July 10), the Indian apex court asked the EC for the reason behind the declaration. A judge on the bench hearing the plea of voters around the proof of citizenship in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Bihar said even he could not show all the documents mandated, especially in the short timeline set. The question of the Supreme Court came after senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan pointed out that even though Aadhaar is an acceptable document as per the Representation of the People Act, the poll panel is not considering it valid for the Bihar SIR. In response, the EC's lawyer, Senior Advocate Rakesh Dwivedi, told the court: “Aadhar Card cannot be used as proof of citizenship.” Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia remarked: "… citizenship is an issue to be determined not by the Election Commission of India, but by the MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs)." The EC lawyer said that Article 326 of the Indian Constitution gives power to the poll panel to check for citizenship for voting rights. The SC bench then questioned the timing of the exercise, which began late June. The bench observed that if the EC decided to take away the voting right, then that person has to appeal against the decision and “go through this entire rigmarole and thereby be denied his right to vote in the ensuing election”. The SC also questioned the poll panel's demand for 11 documents. The EC said that Aadhaar is a proof of identity, while citizenship needs to be proved with a set of documents. The Apex court further asked the EC for the timing of revealing the citizenship document requirement - just 3 months before the election begins. “Nothing wrong in purging electoral rolls through an intensive exercise in order to see that non-citizens don't remain on the roll. But if you decide only a couple of months before a proposed election…” Then Justice Bagchi said in the middle, “My question is, why to link this process to an incoming election at all?” At this, the EC lawyer insisted that no one would be deleted “without notice or being heard." The court asked the Election Commission to consider Aadhaar, voter ID card, and ration card as valid documents during the verification drive.

<p>The EC lawyer said that Article 326 of the Indian Constitution gives power to the poll panel to check for citizenship for voting rights. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Your Aadhaar Card is NOT your citizenship proof? Why voters in Bihar are pleading against EC ahead of election

<p>A man in China dressed like a woman, had sex with reportedly over 1,000 men, secretly filmed them and posted the videos online. Police said the 38-year-old is now under arrest for sharing obscene content. Meanwhile, Chinese social media is appalled to learn of the terrible act committed by the man, who some say could be in his 60s. The incident happened in the city of Nanjing in eastern China’s Jiangsu province. The man is surnamed Jiao and earned from a membership fee he charged every person joining the online group to view his videos. Some of his videos got leaked and led some of the men he had slept with to recognise themselves. They filed a police complaint against Jiao. The creepy case is trending across Chinese social media.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to SCMP, the man dressed as a woman and painted his face. He wore a wig, make-up and long skirts. Jiao called these men over to his house, where he had installed a hidden camera that filmed his sexual exploits. Jiao, who also goes by the name “Nanjing Uncle Red” on social media, charged a membership fee of 150 yuan (US$21) per person. Some of the men who got intimate with him are said to have realised that he was a cross-dressing man. He did not charge the men for sex, but asked them to bring small gifts, such as fruits, food, etc.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Close-up images of men circulating on social media</strong></h2><p>Jiao claims to have slept with 1,691 men. However, the police believe the figure is exaggerated. No information has been released on the exact number of people he engaged with, and also about how much money he made out of the eerie practice. The police have warned people not to share clips and photos from Jiao's videos. But, close-up images of the men involved are circulating on Chinese social media. Family members and friends recognised some of them. There were others who saw these men and found their social media accounts.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Women linked to Nanjing Uncle Red's victims concerned for their health</strong></h2><p>Those revealed include a man whose mother teaches at a kindergarten, and another who was caught by his fiancée. People are now concerned about the health issues this horrific revelation could have led to. A woman noted, “I wonder how many women are victims behind these men." Another raised the concern that, going by the number of men he had targeted, "it is scary as you do not know whether those around you are one of Uncle Red’s visitors." Meanwhile, Nanjing’s Centre for Disease Control and Prevention told Chinese media outlet Jimu News that they have proposed giving health check-ups to those who are worried that they might be affected. China Newsweek quoted a lawyer as saying that if someone who is aware that they are carrying a contagious disease has unprotected sex with several people, they could be jailed for three to 10 years.</p>

A man nicknamed Nanjing Uncle Red in China has been arrested for having sex with over 1000 men, secretly filming them and then posting the videos online. He used to make money by charging people who wanted to watch. 

A man in China dressed like a woman, had sex with reportedly over 1,000 men, secretly filmed them and posted the videos online. Police said the 38-year-old is now under arrest for sharing obscene content. Meanwhile, Chinese social media is appalled to learn of the terrible act committed by the man, who some say could be in his 60s. The incident happened in the city of Nanjing in eastern China’s Jiangsu province. The man is surnamed Jiao and earned from a membership fee he charged every person joining the online group to view his videos. Some of his videos got leaked and led some of the men he had slept with to recognise themselves. They filed a police complaint against Jiao. The creepy case is trending across Chinese social media. According to SCMP, the man dressed as a woman and painted his face. He wore a wig, make-up and long skirts. Jiao called these men over to his house, where he had installed a hidden camera that filmed his sexual exploits. Jiao, who also goes by the name “Nanjing Uncle Red” on social media, charged a membership fee of 150 yuan (US$21) per person. Some of the men who got intimate with him are said to have realised that he was a cross-dressing man. He did not charge the men for sex, but asked them to bring small gifts, such as fruits, food, etc. Close-up images of men circulating on social media Jiao claims to have slept with 1,691 men. However, the police believe the figure is exaggerated. No information has been released on the exact number of people he engaged with, and also about how much money he made out of the eerie practice. The police have warned people not to share clips and photos from Jiao's videos. But, close-up images of the men involved are circulating on Chinese social media. Family members and friends recognised some of them. There were others who saw these men and found their social media accounts. Women linked to Nanjing Uncle Red's victims concerned for their health Those revealed include a man whose mother teaches at a kindergarten, and another who was caught by his fiancée. People are now concerned about the health issues this horrific revelation could have led to. A woman noted, “I wonder how many women are victims behind these men." Another raised the concern that, going by the number of men he had targeted, "it is scary as you do not know whether those around you are one of Uncle Red’s visitors." Meanwhile, Nanjing’s Centre for Disease Control and Prevention told Chinese media outlet Jimu News that they have proposed giving health check-ups to those who are worried that they might be affected. China Newsweek quoted a lawyer as saying that if someone who is aware that they are carrying a contagious disease has unprotected sex with several people, they could be jailed for three to 10 years.

<p>A man nicknamed Nanjing Uncle Red in China has been arrested for having sex with over 1,000 men, secretly filming them and then posting the videos online. He used to make money by charging people who wanted to watch.&nbsp;</p>

Chinese man dressed as woman to have sex with 1,691 men and make money

<p>After setting the whole internet upside down, a Dubai visa advisory service company, Rayad Group, isued an apology on Wednesday (July 9) for spreading rumours about the UAE Golden Visa. The company accepted the "full responsibility" for spreading “incorrect” information around teh visa. Earlier, the Rayad group's statement had claimed that the UAE government would offer a lifetime Golden Visa for approximately ₹23.30 lakh. The apology came after the &nbsp;UAE's Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) reported that quoted the Rayad group.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>ICP said that the group's statement had no legal standing. It was further reported that the amount mentioned by Rayad Group was the fee it would charge for facilitating the golden visa under the UAE immigration rules.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"We apologise unreservedly for the public confusion caused by recent reports and commentary, and we take full responsibility for ensuring future communications are clear, accurate, and consistent with the UAE's stringent regulatory frameworks," the Rayad Group said in its apology statement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"We also wish to take this opportunity to acknowledge that certain public comments made by Rayad Group’s Managing Director were misplaced and have contributed to the misinterpretation of our role and the nature of the initiative in question," the statement added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“These statements did not accurately reflect our intent, our scope of services, or the limitations of our authority in relation to the UAE Golden Visa programme. To reiterate with full clarity: no guaranteed visa, fixed-price programme, or lifetime residency product currently exists, and the Rayad Group does not offer, support, participate, or endorse any such arrangement," it further said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It all started when Rayad Group MD Rayad Kamal Ayub called it a golden opportunity for Indians to get the UAE's Golden Visa on Sunday (July 6).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“On the day we read the news, we knew this was fake. There is no such thing as a ‘lifetime Golden Visa’,” said Masiuddin Mohammed from the Quality Government Service Centre in Dubai Investment Park 1, <i>Khaleej Times</i> reported.</p>

ICP said that the group statement had no legal standing. It was further reported that the amount mentioned by Rayad Group was the fee it would charge for facilitating the golden visa under the UAE immigration rules.

After setting the whole internet upside down, a Dubai visa advisory service company, Rayad Group, isued an apology on Wednesday (July 9) for spreading rumours about the UAE Golden Visa. The company accepted the "full responsibility" for spreading “incorrect” information around teh visa. Earlier, the Rayad group's statement had claimed that the UAE government would offer a lifetime Golden Visa for approximately ₹23.30 lakh. The apology came after the UAE's Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) reported that quoted the Rayad group. ICP said that the group's statement had no legal standing. It was further reported that the amount mentioned by Rayad Group was the fee it would charge for facilitating the golden visa under the UAE immigration rules. "We apologise unreservedly for the public confusion caused by recent reports and commentary, and we take full responsibility for ensuring future communications are clear, accurate, and consistent with the UAE's stringent regulatory frameworks," the Rayad Group said in its apology statement. "We also wish to take this opportunity to acknowledge that certain public comments made by Rayad Group’s Managing Director were misplaced and have contributed to the misinterpretation of our role and the nature of the initiative in question," the statement added. “These statements did not accurately reflect our intent, our scope of services, or the limitations of our authority in relation to the UAE Golden Visa programme. To reiterate with full clarity: no guaranteed visa, fixed-price programme, or lifetime residency product currently exists, and the Rayad Group does not offer, support, participate, or endorse any such arrangement," it further said. It all started when Rayad Group MD Rayad Kamal Ayub called it a golden opportunity for Indians to get the UAE's Golden Visa on Sunday (July 6). “On the day we read the news, we knew this was fake. There is no such thing as a ‘lifetime Golden Visa’,” said Masiuddin Mohammed from the Quality Government Service Centre in Dubai Investment Park 1, Khaleej Times reported.

<p>ICP said that the group's statement had no legal standing. It was further reported that the amount mentioned by Rayad Group was the fee it would charge for facilitating the golden visa under the UAE immigration rules.</p>

There's no 'Lifetime GOLDEN VISA' for Dubai: Here's how a fake claim fooled everyone on internet

<p>An Indian-origin actor and television host has alleged molestation by a priest in Malaysia. Lishalliny Kanaran took to social media on Tuesday (July 8) and spoke about being molested by the priest of Mariamman Temple in Sepang, a short distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, on the pretext of giving her blessings, reported the South China Morning Post.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The priest, an Indian national, touched Kanaran, who was crowned Miss Grand Malaysia in 2021, inappropriately after allegedly pouring "holy water from India" on her.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"The suspect is believed to be an Indian national temporarily officiating at the temple during the absence of its resident priest," said &nbsp;Sepang district police chief ACP Norhizam Bahaman, according to SCMP.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“The suspect’s modus operandi was allegedly to sprinkle holy water on the victim’s face and body before proceeding to molest her,” Norhizam added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After Kanaran was allegedly molested, she was threatened by the investigating officer to not disclose the incident to anybody. However, Kanaran didn't pay heed to the threat and decided to speak about her ordeal publicly.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Taking to Instagram, she wrote, "On that day, while I was praying, he approached me and told me he had some holy water and a protective string to tie for me; a blessing, he said. He asked me to see him after my prayers."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She then goes on to say that she walked to the office room as asked by the priest, where he allegedly poured 'holy water', having a very strong smell on her.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Kanaran was then allegedly asked by the priest to remove her clothes, insisting “it would be a ‘blessing’, but she refused. The priest did not pay any heed and put his hands inside her blouse and started touching her inappropriately.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"My brain knew everything about that moment was wrong and yet I couldn't move. I couldn't speak. I froze. And I still don't understand why," she said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A manhunt is on by the Malaysian police to nab the priest accused of molesting the beauty queen.<br>&nbsp;</p>

The priest, an Indian national, touched Kanaran, who was crowned Miss Grand Malaysia in 2021, inappropriately after allegedly pouring holy water from India on her.

An Indian-origin actor and television host has alleged molestation by a priest in Malaysia. Lishalliny Kanaran took to social media on Tuesday (July 8) and spoke about being molested by the priest of Mariamman Temple in Sepang, a short distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, on the pretext of giving her blessings, reported the South China Morning Post. The priest, an Indian national, touched Kanaran, who was crowned Miss Grand Malaysia in 2021, inappropriately after allegedly pouring "holy water from India" on her. "The suspect is believed to be an Indian national temporarily officiating at the temple during the absence of its resident priest," said Sepang district police chief ACP Norhizam Bahaman, according to SCMP. “The suspect’s modus operandi was allegedly to sprinkle holy water on the victim’s face and body before proceeding to molest her,” Norhizam added. After Kanaran was allegedly molested, she was threatened by the investigating officer to not disclose the incident to anybody. However, Kanaran didn't pay heed to the threat and decided to speak about her ordeal publicly. Taking to Instagram, she wrote, "On that day, while I was praying, he approached me and told me he had some holy water and a protective string to tie for me; a blessing, he said. He asked me to see him after my prayers." She then goes on to say that she walked to the office room as asked by the priest, where he allegedly poured 'holy water', having a very strong smell on her. Kanaran was then allegedly asked by the priest to remove her clothes, insisting “it would be a ‘blessing’, but she refused. The priest did not pay any heed and put his hands inside her blouse and started touching her inappropriately. "My brain knew everything about that moment was wrong and yet I couldn't move. I couldn't speak. I froze. And I still don't understand why," she said. A manhunt is on by the Malaysian police to nab the priest accused of molesting the beauty queen.

<p>The priest, an Indian national, touched Kanaran, who was crowned Miss Grand Malaysia in 2021, inappropriately after allegedly pouring "holy water from India" on her.</p>

'He kept splashing water on my face': Malaysian model accuses priest of molesting her at temple premise

<p><strong>Iran's Trump ‘assassination plan’:</strong> Donald Trump on Wednesday (July 9) laughed off a threat by an Iranian official who had suggested that the US president could be attacked with drones while sunbathing at his Florida mansion, Mar-a-Lago.</p><h2>What was the threat to Trump by Iranian official?</h2><p>The threat reportedly came from Mohammad-Javad Larijani, a senior advisor to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.</p><p>Speaking on Iran state TV, Larijani reportedly said, "As he lies there with his stomach to the sun [in Trump's Florida mansion], a small drone might hit him in the navel. It’s very simple.”</p><h2>How US President Donald Trump laughed off ‘drone idea' to kill him</h2><p>On Wednesday (July 10), a reporter read out Larijani's comments to Trump at a press conference and asked the US president, "Do you think that's a real threat? And when is the last time you went sunbathing anyway?"</p><p>Trump laughed it off, saying, "It's been a long time. I don't know, maybe I was around seven or so. I'm not too big into it [sunbathing]."</p><p>"I guess it's a threat. I'm not sure it's a threat, actually, but perhaps it is," he added.</p><h2>Iranian threats to Trump are nothing new</h2><p>Trump's comments on Larijani's alleged threat to his life came just weeks after US B2 bombers hit suspected Iranian nuclear sites, which ended the 12-day Iran-Israel war.</p><p>Iran International, an expatriate outlet, reported that an Iranian website had raised around $40 million for “retribution against those who mock and threaten the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei,” and a $100 million bounty for Trump’s assassination.</p><p>Iran's official Fars News Agency promoted that campaign, urging demonstrations against Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu.</p><h2>Hardliners want Iran to assassinate Trump, but its president is cautious</h2><p>In recent comments to US news personality Tucker Carlson, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian distanced his government from any threat to assassinate Trump.</p><p>The hardliner Iranian newspaper wrote that avenging Trump is nearly a national demand, amid warnings against such actions against Trump or Israeli leaders.</p><h2>Assassination plots against Trump with Iranian links</h2><p>There have been several attempts or plots to assassinate Trump. Last year, one such plot was traced to alleged Iranian operatives.</p><p>There have been worries expressed in the American media that Iranian 'sleeper cells' in the US could be activated to assassinate Trump.</p><h2>Why Iran might want to assassinate Trump</h2><p>Part of the reason why Trump is in the Iranian crosshairs is the assassination of the legendary Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani.</p><p>The general of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps was killed in Iraq in 2020 on orders from Trump during his first term as president.</p><p>Interestingly enough, that killing used a drone, similar to the way Larijani imagines Trump could be killed in his Florida mansion.</p>

"A small drone might hit him in the navel. It’s very simple,” an Iranian official said, according to reports. This is how Trump reacted to the ‘assassination threat’:

Iran's Trump ‘assassination plan’: Donald Trump on Wednesday (July 9) laughed off a threat by an Iranian official who had suggested that the US president could be attacked with drones while sunbathing at his Florida mansion, Mar-a-Lago. What was the threat to Trump by Iranian official? The threat reportedly came from Mohammad-Javad Larijani, a senior advisor to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Speaking on Iran state TV, Larijani reportedly said, "As he lies there with his stomach to the sun [in Trump's Florida mansion], a small drone might hit him in the navel. It’s very simple.” How US President Donald Trump laughed off ‘drone idea' to kill him On Wednesday (July 10), a reporter read out Larijani's comments to Trump at a press conference and asked the US president, "Do you think that's a real threat? And when is the last time you went sunbathing anyway?" Trump laughed it off, saying, "It's been a long time. I don't know, maybe I was around seven or so. I'm not too big into it [sunbathing]." "I guess it's a threat. I'm not sure it's a threat, actually, but perhaps it is," he added. Iranian threats to Trump are nothing new Trump's comments on Larijani's alleged threat to his life came just weeks after US B2 bombers hit suspected Iranian nuclear sites, which ended the 12-day Iran-Israel war. Iran International, an expatriate outlet, reported that an Iranian website had raised around $40 million for “retribution against those who mock and threaten the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei,” and a $100 million bounty for Trump’s assassination. Iran's official Fars News Agency promoted that campaign, urging demonstrations against Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Hardliners want Iran to assassinate Trump, but its president is cautious In recent comments to US news personality Tucker Carlson, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian distanced his government from any threat to assassinate Trump. The hardliner Iranian newspaper wrote that avenging Trump is nearly a national demand, amid warnings against such actions against Trump or Israeli leaders. Assassination plots against Trump with Iranian links There have been several attempts or plots to assassinate Trump. Last year, one such plot was traced to alleged Iranian operatives. There have been worries expressed in the American media that Iranian 'sleeper cells' in the US could be activated to assassinate Trump. Why Iran might want to assassinate Trump Part of the reason why Trump is in the Iranian crosshairs is the assassination of the legendary Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani. The general of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps was killed in Iraq in 2020 on orders from Trump during his first term as president. Interestingly enough, that killing used a drone, similar to the way Larijani imagines Trump could be killed in his Florida mansion.

<p>"A small drone might hit him in the navel. It’s very simple,” an Iranian official said, according to reports. This is how Trump reacted to the ‘assassination threat’:</p>

Iran official suggests assassinating Trump while sunbathing in Mar-a-Lago. There's a problem: He doesn't...

<p>After their demand for the release of their father from jail, Imran Khan's children faced the threat of being them from entering Pakistan. The Minister of State for Law and Justice, Barrister Aqeel Malik, on Wednesday (July 9) warned that the Pakistani government could deny the entry of the former prime minister's sons if they travel the country to &nbsp;“spread discord”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Imran’s sons: Suleman Khan (28) and Qasim Khan (26) called out for their father's jail term since Khan's arrest in August 2023 against the &nbsp;£190 million corruption case. It was the first time the two had publicly talked about their father’s incarceration.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Khan's youngest son, Qasim, posted on the social media platform X on Monday (July 7), calling for his father's release. He said in the post that the PTI founder had been imprisoned for 700 days and cut off from his family and even his personal physician.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It was a day after Khan's sister, Aleema Khan, told reporters outside the Adiala Jail that the two would join an upcoming PTI protest movement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Addressing the matter on Geo News programme ‘Capital Talk’, Malik said the government had no issue with Qasim and Suleiman entering Pakistan, provided they do not engage in protests or political activity.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“If they intend to get a visa to visit Pakistan, the concerned authorities in the interior ministry will look at their purpose of visit … But their aunt (Aleema) said … that they are coming to join the PTI movement,” the minister said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“We have no issue with them coming here, but we have an issue with them participating in political activity as foreign nationals," he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He also said that he does not believe that "they will actually come here … If they had any family values, they would have come to see their father earlier.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

It was a day after Khan sister, Aleema Khan, told reporters outside the Adiala Jail that the two would join an upcoming PTI protest movement.



After their demand for the release of their father from jail, Imran Khan's children faced the threat of being them from entering Pakistan. The Minister of State for Law and Justice, Barrister Aqeel Malik, on Wednesday (July 9) warned that the Pakistani government could deny the entry of the former prime minister's sons if they travel the country to “spread discord”. Imran’s sons: Suleman Khan (28) and Qasim Khan (26) called out for their father's jail term since Khan's arrest in August 2023 against the £190 million corruption case. It was the first time the two had publicly talked about their father’s incarceration. Khan's youngest son, Qasim, posted on the social media platform X on Monday (July 7), calling for his father's release. He said in the post that the PTI founder had been imprisoned for 700 days and cut off from his family and even his personal physician. It was a day after Khan's sister, Aleema Khan, told reporters outside the Adiala Jail that the two would join an upcoming PTI protest movement. Addressing the matter on Geo News programme ‘Capital Talk’, Malik said the government had no issue with Qasim and Suleiman entering Pakistan, provided they do not engage in protests or political activity. “If they intend to get a visa to visit Pakistan, the concerned authorities in the interior ministry will look at their purpose of visit … But their aunt (Aleema) said … that they are coming to join the PTI movement,” the minister said. “We have no issue with them coming here, but we have an issue with them participating in political activity as foreign nationals," he added. He also said that he does not believe that "they will actually come here … If they had any family values, they would have come to see their father earlier.”

<p>It was a day after Khan's sister, Aleema Khan, told reporters outside the Adiala Jail that the two would join an upcoming PTI protest movement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

'SPREADING DISCORD': Two words that could get Imran Khan's sons banned from Pakistan. Here's why

<p><br>Mystery around the discovery of an ancient city under the Egyptian pyramids continues to intensify. The two scientists who revealed earlier this year that they had found massive chambers and towers under the Pyramid of Khafre, now say that there is a colossal vertical shaft and two chambers below the Sphinx. They spoke about their latest scans at the Cosmic Summit in North Carolina. The researchers said that the Giza Plateau is hiding a vast subterranean complex, as revealed by new scans, Mail Online reported. They believe this hints at the existence of a massive underground city. According to their findings, a spiral-like staircase descends from the centre of the Sphinx's base. There are two square structures underneath - one at 2,000 feet and another at 4,000 feet - and the staircase goes down to these chambers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures under pyramid</strong></h2><p>What started with one pyramid now extends to all three pyramids in Giza. This suggests that an extensive city lies under the pyramids, with chambers, staircases, pillars and more. Armando Mei, an Egyptologist and co-author of the study, said, "The discovery proves that the Giza Plateau was engineered long before the dynastic era, possibly around 36,400 BCE, as my research suggests." In March, the two scientists from Italy and Scotland said that sonar scans showed a city spanning more than 6,500 feet, and 10 times larger than the pyramids. They reportedly found eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures extending more than 2,100 feet below the pyramid, and more unknown structures 4,000 feet deeper. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientists-detect-huge-city-under-the-giza-pyramids-in-egypt-8880016"><strong>Scientists detect huge city under Giza pyramids in Egypt. Not possible, experts say</strong></a></p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/another-lost-city-detected-under-egyptian-pyramid-by-scientists-bu-it-says-expert-1749609642375"><strong>Another city detected under Egyptian pyramid by scientists who found Khafre towers</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Great Sphinx is hiding pillars, staircase and chambers</strong></h2><p>The team created 3D maps by analysing radar signals and timing them based on their bounce back. The maps revealed hidden subsurface structures under the pyramids. "Our geophysical surveys beneath the Great Sphinx uncovered pillar-like formations remarkably similar to those beneath the Khafre and Menkaure pyramids," Filippo Biondi from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland said. The findings are yet to be published in a journal to be peer reviewed, which they plan on doing in 2026. "Even more compelling, our tomographic imaging revealed two large chambers nearly 2,000 feet below the surface," Biondi added. The two chambers under the Sphinx measure 131 feet by 131 feet and seem to be connected by the shaft. Another revelation is the network of hidden structures below the surface that could be a part of the vast underground city. The scientists believe this entire city could be equal to the entire Giza Plateau in size. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientist-suggests-egyptian-pyramids-were-ancient-ports-built-near-a-nile-branch-that-disappeared-1750248323757"><strong>Scientist suggests Egyptian pyramids were 'ancient ports', built near a Nile branch that disappeared</strong></a></p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/20000-year-old-labyrinth-with-3000-rooms-lies-under-egypt-pyramid-9012892"><strong>20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Apocalypse destroyed the ancient Egyptian city?</strong></h2><p>The pyramids of Giza are believed to have been built 4,500 years ago. However, if the theory of a sophisticated, vast, ancient city is proven, then the whole history of Egypt changes. Some researchers say that an ancient advanced civilisation was wiped off 12,000 years ago by a flood triggered by an asteroid or comet impact. The pyramids are the only components that exist from that society. There are three pyramids - Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure - in the Giza complex built on the west bank of the Nile River in the name of pharaohs. Khufu is the oldest one and is also known as the Great Pyramid. It is 480ft tall and 750ft wide at its base. Khafre is the middle pyramid.<br>&nbsp;</p>

A vast ancient city believed to have been wiped off by an asteroid lies under the Egyptian pyramids. Scientists who first found it in sonar scans in March, and then more signs of structures later, have now discovered a shaft and chambers under the Sphinx. 

Mystery around the discovery of an ancient city under the Egyptian pyramids continues to intensify. The two scientists who revealed earlier this year that they had found massive chambers and towers under the Pyramid of Khafre, now say that there is a colossal vertical shaft and two chambers below the Sphinx. They spoke about their latest scans at the Cosmic Summit in North Carolina. The researchers said that the Giza Plateau is hiding a vast subterranean complex, as revealed by new scans, Mail Online reported. They believe this hints at the existence of a massive underground city. According to their findings, a spiral-like staircase descends from the centre of the Sphinx's base. There are two square structures underneath - one at 2,000 feet and another at 4,000 feet - and the staircase goes down to these chambers. Eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures under pyramid What started with one pyramid now extends to all three pyramids in Giza. This suggests that an extensive city lies under the pyramids, with chambers, staircases, pillars and more. Armando Mei, an Egyptologist and co-author of the study, said, "The discovery proves that the Giza Plateau was engineered long before the dynastic era, possibly around 36,400 BCE, as my research suggests." In March, the two scientists from Italy and Scotland said that sonar scans showed a city spanning more than 6,500 feet, and 10 times larger than the pyramids. They reportedly found eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures extending more than 2,100 feet below the pyramid, and more unknown structures 4,000 feet deeper. Also Read: Scientists detect huge city under Giza pyramids in Egypt. Not possible, experts say Also Read: Another city detected under Egyptian pyramid by scientists who found Khafre towers Great Sphinx is hiding pillars, staircase and chambers The team created 3D maps by analysing radar signals and timing them based on their bounce back. The maps revealed hidden subsurface structures under the pyramids. "Our geophysical surveys beneath the Great Sphinx uncovered pillar-like formations remarkably similar to those beneath the Khafre and Menkaure pyramids," Filippo Biondi from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland said. The findings are yet to be published in a journal to be peer reviewed, which they plan on doing in 2026. "Even more compelling, our tomographic imaging revealed two large chambers nearly 2,000 feet below the surface," Biondi added. The two chambers under the Sphinx measure 131 feet by 131 feet and seem to be connected by the shaft. Another revelation is the network of hidden structures below the surface that could be a part of the vast underground city. The scientists believe this entire city could be equal to the entire Giza Plateau in size. Also Read: Scientist suggests Egyptian pyramids were 'ancient ports', built near a Nile branch that disappeared Also Read: 20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces Apocalypse destroyed the ancient Egyptian city? The pyramids of Giza are believed to have been built 4,500 years ago. However, if the theory of a sophisticated, vast, ancient city is proven, then the whole history of Egypt changes. Some researchers say that an ancient advanced civilisation was wiped off 12,000 years ago by a flood triggered by an asteroid or comet impact. The pyramids are the only components that exist from that society. There are three pyramids - Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure - in the Giza complex built on the west bank of the Nile River in the name of pharaohs. Khufu is the oldest one and is also known as the Great Pyramid. It is 480ft tall and 750ft wide at its base. Khafre is the middle pyramid.

<p>A vast ancient city believed to have been wiped off by an asteroid lies under the Egyptian pyramids. Scientists who first found it in sonar scans in March, and then more signs of structures later, have now discovered a shaft and chambers under the Sphinx.&nbsp;</p>

Claims of underground city under pyramids get a boost as scientists detect secret chambers under Great Sphinx

<p><strong>Trump wants African nations to host US deportees: </strong>US President Donald Trump met leaders of some African nations on Wednesday (July 9). Reports are now saying that one of the areas of focus was for some of these countries to host illegal migrants and asylum seekers deported by the US. A report in the Wall Street Journal said the US State Department simultaneously sent proposals to these nations, mostly in West Africa, requesting them to accept migrants deported from the US whose home countries are unwilling or slow to receive them. Note that in the past, more than 100 Indian illegal migrants were sent to third countries like Panama for ‘processing’, before being sent to India.</p><h2>Trump bats for ‘safe third country agreements’</h2><p>Trump held the summit with leaders of Liberia, Senegal, Mauritania, Gabon, and Guinea-Bissau at the White House. At the outset, he said: “I hope we can bring down the high rates of people overstaying visas, and also make progress on the safe third country agreements.” &nbsp;This set the tone for the meeting, in which he also discussed trade, development, civil conflict and poverty in these nations.</p><h2>US migrant deportation plan for Africa</h2><p>The US proposal to send illegal migrants and deportees to third countries is eerily similar to the much-reviled and failed ‘Rwanda plan’ of Britain. According to the WSJ report, an internal State Department document suggested that the African countries would need to accept the “dignified, safe, and timely transfer" from the US of third-country nationals. As per the memo seen by WSJ, the countries would have to agree “not to return transferred migrants to their home country or country of former habitual residence until a final decision has been made on their asylum claims.</p><h2>Did the African leaders accept the proposal to take in migrants from third countries?</h2><p>As per the report, it's not clear if any of the African leaders who met Trump agreed to the proposals. None of them talked about it while interacting with the media.&nbsp;</p><p>Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff, the brain behind third country deportation idea, was present at Trump's summit with the African leaders.&nbsp;</p><h2>Trump put pressure on African leaders to accept US deportees: Report</h2><p>The WSJ report cited a State Department official as saying that US diplomats were instructed to tell African counterparts that hosting third-country nationals was ‘the most important issue’ for Trump.</p><p>They were told that cooperation on migration was “critical in improving commercial ties with the US,” indicating there was clear pressure on the African nations to cooperate on taking in deportees.<br><br><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/104-indians-deported-from-us-land-in-india-8693758/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/104-indians-deported-from-us-land-in-india-8693758/embed</a></p><h2>Third-country deportations are ongoing, with Supreme Court backing&nbsp;</h2><p>It has now become a frequent trend for the US to send illegal migrants and asylum seekers, including those from India, to third countries. In February this year, more than 100 migrants were sent to Panama. In May, eight migrants were marked for deportation to South Sudan: only one among them was a native of that African country.</p><p>The US has already put forth requests to Libya, Rwanda, Benin, Eswatini, Moldova, Mongolia, and Kosovo to take US deportees.<br>Recently, the US Supreme Court upheld the Trump administration’s ability to deport migrants to third countries, overturning lower court rulings.</p><h2>'Serious criminals, sex offenders being sent away'</h2><p>Trump and his administration have often justified sending the migrants packing to other countries, citing their alleged criminal records for robbery, sexual offences and murder.</p><p>US officials have maintained that Trump had the authority to remove serious criminals from the US and send them to other countries if their home countries refuse to take them. In most cases, the home countries are Mexico or other Latin American nations.</p><h2>African leaders are not happy about end of USAID, but Trump gave it a trade spin</h2><p>West African nations were hit the hardest by the end of USAID operations on July 1. But at the summit, Trump gave it a trade spin.</p><p>“We have closed the USAID group to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse…and we’re working tirelessly to forge new economic opportunities involving both the United States and many African nations,” He said at the summit.</p><h2>Carrots and sticks: Trump is expanding travel bans on African countries</h2><p>Meanwhile, Trump is reportedly going to add many African countries in the expanded travel ban 2.0, including the ones whose leaders he met on Wednesday. &nbsp;Gabon, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal are among 36 countries that might get added in the ban.</p><p>The main concerns about these countries are migration and narcotic drugs.</p><p>Senegal, Mauritania, and Guinea-Bissau are seen as both transit and origin points for migration. Many of these countries have drug trafficking networks.</p><p>These issues have likely come up in the Trump administration's discussions with African nations.</p><p>In all likelihood, Trump will use a combination of punitive measures like travel ban, and incentives like trade and investment to lure these African nations into accepting illegal migrants and deportees from third countries.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Recently, more than 100 Indian illegal migrants were sent to third countries like Panama for ‘processing’, before being sent to India. Soon, such migrants could be sent to West Africa, if a reported Trump administration move comes true

Trump wants African nations to host US deportees: US President Donald Trump met leaders of some African nations on Wednesday (July 9). Reports are now saying that one of the areas of focus was for some of these countries to host illegal migrants and asylum seekers deported by the US. A report in the Wall Street Journal said the US State Department simultaneously sent proposals to these nations, mostly in West Africa, requesting them to accept migrants deported from the US whose home countries are unwilling or slow to receive them. Note that in the past, more than 100 Indian illegal migrants were sent to third countries like Panama for ‘processing’, before being sent to India. Trump bats for ‘safe third country agreements’ Trump held the summit with leaders of Liberia, Senegal, Mauritania, Gabon, and Guinea-Bissau at the White House. At the outset, he said: “I hope we can bring down the high rates of people overstaying visas, and also make progress on the safe third country agreements.” This set the tone for the meeting, in which he also discussed trade, development, civil conflict and poverty in these nations. US migrant deportation plan for Africa The US proposal to send illegal migrants and deportees to third countries is eerily similar to the much-reviled and failed ‘Rwanda plan’ of Britain. According to the WSJ report, an internal State Department document suggested that the African countries would need to accept the “dignified, safe, and timely transfer" from the US of third-country nationals. As per the memo seen by WSJ, the countries would have to agree “not to return transferred migrants to their home country or country of former habitual residence until a final decision has been made on their asylum claims. Did the African leaders accept the proposal to take in migrants from third countries? As per the report, it's not clear if any of the African leaders who met Trump agreed to the proposals. None of them talked about it while interacting with the media. Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff, the brain behind third country deportation idea, was present at Trump's summit with the African leaders. Trump put pressure on African leaders to accept US deportees: Report The WSJ report cited a State Department official as saying that US diplomats were instructed to tell African counterparts that hosting third-country nationals was ‘the most important issue’ for Trump. They were told that cooperation on migration was “critical in improving commercial ties with the US,” indicating there was clear pressure on the African nations to cooperate on taking in deportees. https://www.wionews.com/videos/104-indians-deported-from-us-land-in-india-8693758/embed Third-country deportations are ongoing, with Supreme Court backing It has now become a frequent trend for the US to send illegal migrants and asylum seekers, including those from India, to third countries. In February this year, more than 100 migrants were sent to Panama. In May, eight migrants were marked for deportation to South Sudan: only one among them was a native of that African country. The US has already put forth requests to Libya, Rwanda, Benin, Eswatini, Moldova, Mongolia, and Kosovo to take US deportees. Recently, the US Supreme Court upheld the Trump administration’s ability to deport migrants to third countries, overturning lower court rulings. 'Serious criminals, sex offenders being sent away' Trump and his administration have often justified sending the migrants packing to other countries, citing their alleged criminal records for robbery, sexual offences and murder. US officials have maintained that Trump had the authority to remove serious criminals from the US and send them to other countries if their home countries refuse to take them. In most cases, the home countries are Mexico or other Latin American nations. African leaders are not happy about end of USAID, but Trump gave it a trade spin West African nations were hit the hardest by the end of USAID operations on July 1. But at the summit, Trump gave it a trade spin. “We have closed the USAID group to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse…and we’re working tirelessly to forge new economic opportunities involving both the United States and many African nations,” He said at the summit. Carrots and sticks: Trump is expanding travel bans on African countries Meanwhile, Trump is reportedly going to add many African countries in the expanded travel ban 2.0, including the ones whose leaders he met on Wednesday. Gabon, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal are among 36 countries that might get added in the ban. The main concerns about these countries are migration and narcotic drugs. Senegal, Mauritania, and Guinea-Bissau are seen as both transit and origin points for migration. Many of these countries have drug trafficking networks. These issues have likely come up in the Trump administration's discussions with African nations. In all likelihood, Trump will use a combination of punitive measures like travel ban, and incentives like trade and investment to lure these African nations into accepting illegal migrants and deportees from third countries.

<p>Recently, more than 100 Indian illegal migrants were sent to third countries like Panama for ‘processing’, before being sent to India. Soon, such migrants could be sent to West Africa, if a reported Trump administration move comes true</p>

Illegal migrants to US, including from India, take note: Trump might send you to… West Africa

<p>A Delta Air Lines flight diverted to a remote island due to indications of an engine problem, leaving the passengers stuck there for 29 hours, Business Insider reported. Flight 127 left Madrid around 1 pm on Sunday for New York - a trip that should have lasted seven hours. But it did not go as planned. The plane diverted to a small island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean after four hours into the journey, Flightradar24 data shows. An hour after turning around over the ocean, it landed at Lajes Airport on the Portuguese island of Terceira. It is part of the Azores archipelago, that is over 1,600 kilometres away from the mainland. The airport caters to only a few airlines and is also used by military aircraft. This meant that the passengers of the Delta flight could not be sent off from the island anytime soon. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/man-escaping-police-sucked-in-by-plane-engine-at-milan-airport-1752045158444"><strong>'Don't look out': Bloody scene unfolds at Milan airport after a man reportedly throws himself into plane engine</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Delta had to send another plane to the island from New York for the passengers. According to flight-tracking data, the second plane took off from JFK airport five hours after Flight 127 landed in the Azores. It reached Terceira at 2 am and left at 9 pm on Monday. Flight 9927 landed in New York at 10:22 pm ET, nearly 31 hours after the scheduled landing of the first flight. The Airbus A330, the 21-year-old plane which originally took the passengers to the island, is still parked at the Azores airport. A Delta spokesperson said that the pilots followed protocol and took the plane to the nearest airport after sensing that something could be wrong with the plane. "We sincerely apologise to our customers for their experience and the delay in their travels," the Delta spokesperson said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/bomb-threat-rip-text-triggers-panic-forces-american-airlines-plane-to-turn-around-1751701730466"><strong>Bomb threat? RIP text triggers panic, forces American Airlines plane to turn around</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>'Be grateful your plane didn't crash in the sea', airport staff member tells passenger&nbsp;</strong></h2><p>In 2023, a similar incident happened with Delta when a flight was diverted to the Lajes Airport. The flight from Ghana suffered a "mechanical issue with a backup oxygen system", after which it was turned towards the nearest airport. In that case, passengers spend 12 hours on the island. They complained of a lack of communication from the airline or airport officials. One of the passengers wrote a public complaint on Facebook, stating that they were told to drink water from bathroom faucets, and Delta abandoned them. The crew was taken to a hotel while the passengers were left at the airport in an enclosed space. They were told they would be given food, but only got ham sandwiches, juice boxes, and crackers after "begging and pleading." A passenger told Business Insider that the staff told them not to "start a revolution" and that they should "be grateful for a second chance at life." Kiaundra Eggleston, a passenger, posted a video of a female staff member at the airport and wrote, "This female rep told us we should be grateful that they allowed us to be here and our plane didn't crash in the sea."</p>

A Delta Air Lines flight from Madrid to New York diverted to a remote island in the Atlantic. Passengers remained stuck there for nearly 29 hours. The airline said the pilots did what they should have as part of security protocol. 

A Delta Air Lines flight diverted to a remote island due to indications of an engine problem, leaving the passengers stuck there for 29 hours, Business Insider reported. Flight 127 left Madrid around 1 pm on Sunday for New York - a trip that should have lasted seven hours. But it did not go as planned. The plane diverted to a small island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean after four hours into the journey, Flightradar24 data shows. An hour after turning around over the ocean, it landed at Lajes Airport on the Portuguese island of Terceira. It is part of the Azores archipelago, that is over 1,600 kilometres away from the mainland. The airport caters to only a few airlines and is also used by military aircraft. This meant that the passengers of the Delta flight could not be sent off from the island anytime soon. Also Read: 'Don't look out': Bloody scene unfolds at Milan airport after a man reportedly throws himself into plane engine Delta had to send another plane to the island from New York for the passengers. According to flight-tracking data, the second plane took off from JFK airport five hours after Flight 127 landed in the Azores. It reached Terceira at 2 am and left at 9 pm on Monday. Flight 9927 landed in New York at 10:22 pm ET, nearly 31 hours after the scheduled landing of the first flight. The Airbus A330, the 21-year-old plane which originally took the passengers to the island, is still parked at the Azores airport. A Delta spokesperson said that the pilots followed protocol and took the plane to the nearest airport after sensing that something could be wrong with the plane. "We sincerely apologise to our customers for their experience and the delay in their travels," the Delta spokesperson said. Also Read: Bomb threat? RIP text triggers panic, forces American Airlines plane to turn around 'Be grateful your plane didn't crash in the sea', airport staff member tells passenger In 2023, a similar incident happened with Delta when a flight was diverted to the Lajes Airport. The flight from Ghana suffered a "mechanical issue with a backup oxygen system", after which it was turned towards the nearest airport. In that case, passengers spend 12 hours on the island. They complained of a lack of communication from the airline or airport officials. One of the passengers wrote a public complaint on Facebook, stating that they were told to drink water from bathroom faucets, and Delta abandoned them. The crew was taken to a hotel while the passengers were left at the airport in an enclosed space. They were told they would be given food, but only got ham sandwiches, juice boxes, and crackers after "begging and pleading." A passenger told Business Insider that the staff told them not to "start a revolution" and that they should "be grateful for a second chance at life." Kiaundra Eggleston, a passenger, posted a video of a female staff member at the airport and wrote, "This female rep told us we should be grateful that they allowed us to be here and our plane didn't crash in the sea."

<p>A Delta Air Lines flight from Madrid to New York diverted to a remote island in the Atlantic. Passengers remained stuck there for nearly 29 hours. The airline said the pilots did what they should have as part of security protocol.&nbsp;</p>

Delta passengers grounded at remote island for 29 hours after 21-year-old plane takes detour

<p>Jack Dorsey, an ally of Elon Musk who once co-founded X with the Tesla CEO, has now launched a chatting app. What's special about it? The app does not need the internet! The application named Bitchat is the talk of the town in the tech world after its launch. Dorsey called the app his "weekend project". Taking to the social media platform X, tech mogul wrote, “My weekend project to learn about Bluetooth mesh networks, relays and store and forward models, message encryption models, and a few other things.”</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">my weekend project to learn about bluetooth mesh networks, relays and store and forward models, message encryption models, and a few other things.<br><br>bitchat: bluetooth mesh chat...IRC vibes.<br><br>TestFlight: <a href="https://t.co/P5zRRX0TB3">https://t.co/P5zRRX0TB3</a><br>GitHub: <a href="https://t.co/Yphb3Izm0P">https://t.co/Yphb3Izm0P</a> <a href="https://t.co/yxZxiMfMH2">pic.twitter.com/yxZxiMfMH2</a></p>&mdash; jack (@jack) <a href="https://twitter.com/jack/status/1941989435962212728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>What is Bitchat? All about it</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bitchat is an offline texting app and does not require an internet connection. It runs using Bluetooth. This peer-to-peer messaging app is the best when you have a weak internet connection or no connection at all. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The app allows devices to connect directly with each other over short distances. Bitchat does not require central servers, phone numbers, or internet or email addresses. The app automatically gets connected to the nearby devices using Bluetooth.</p><p><br>In case the person is at a far distance, the message hops from one phone to another nearby phone until it reaches the intended person. This process is called mesh networking.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Features of Bitchat</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>1. &nbsp; &nbsp;Offline communication: Works without internet using Bluetooth mesh networking<br>2. &nbsp; &nbsp;End-to-end encryption: All messages are encrypted&nbsp;<br>3. &nbsp; &nbsp;Extended range: Messages relayed through peers, reaching up to 300 meters or 984 feet<br>4. &nbsp; &nbsp;Mention: Use @nickname to notify specific users<br>5. &nbsp; &nbsp;Rooms: Create rooms for topic-based conversations<br>6. &nbsp; &nbsp;Password rooms: Secure rooms with passwords and AES encryption<br>7. &nbsp; &nbsp;Privacy: No tracking, no servers, accounts or data collection</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Who can download?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bitchat is currently in the beta testing phase and is available to a limited number of iOS users through Apple's TestFlight platform. The developers are also working on the Android version.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Bitchat is an offline texting app and does not require an internet connection. It runs using Bluetooth. This peer-to-peer messaging app is the best when you have a weak internet connection or no connection at all.  

Jack Dorsey, an ally of Elon Musk who once co-founded X with the Tesla CEO, has now launched a chatting app. What's special about it? The app does not need the internet! The application named Bitchat is the talk of the town in the tech world after its launch. Dorsey called the app his "weekend project". Taking to the social media platform X, tech mogul wrote, “My weekend project to learn about Bluetooth mesh networks, relays and store and forward models, message encryption models, and a few other things.”

<p>Bitchat is an offline texting app and does not require an internet connection. It runs using Bluetooth. This peer-to-peer messaging app is the best when you have a weak internet connection or no connection at all. &nbsp;</p>

Chatting without internet? Jack Dorsey's Bitchat might be next social media revolution. Here's how to install the offline app

<p>The central bank of Pakistan is planning to launch a digital currency, and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad announced that the country is already launching a pilot project for the same. The announcement came on Wednesday (July 9), in which the governor said that legislation is being finalised to regulate virtual assets. At the Reuters NEXT Asia summit in Singapore, Ahmad said Pakistan was “building up our capacity on the central bank digital currency” and hoped to roll out a pilot soon. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The governor said a new law would "lay down the foundations for the licensing and regulation" of virtual assets. Ahmad also said that the Pakistani central bank is in talks with some tech partners as well. This came just months after Pakistan set up the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC). The institution is exploring bitcoin mining using surplus energy and has appointed Binance founder Changpeng Zhao as a strategic adviser. &nbsp;Pakistan is planning to establish a state-run bitcoin reserve. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-strong-earthquake-tremor-jolts-delhi-ncr-residents-rush-out-of-house-1752120903209/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-strong-earthquake-tremor-jolts-delhi-ncr-residents-rush-out-of-house-1752120903209/embed</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In May of this year, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) stated that virtual assets were not illegal. But advised financial institutions not to engage with them until a formal licensing framework was in place in the country. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"There are risks associated, and at the same time, there are opportunities in this new emerging field. So we have to evaluate and manage the risk very carefully, and at the same time not let go of the opportunity," Ahmad said while speaking at the summit.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

In May of this year, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) stated that virtual assets were not illegal. But advised financial institutions not to engage with them until a formal licensing framework was in place in the country.  



The central bank of Pakistan is planning to launch a digital currency, and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad announced that the country is already launching a pilot project for the same. The announcement came on Wednesday (July 9), in which the governor said that legislation is being finalised to regulate virtual assets. At the Reuters NEXT Asia summit in Singapore, Ahmad said Pakistan was “building up our capacity on the central bank digital currency” and hoped to roll out a pilot soon. The governor said a new law would "lay down the foundations for the licensing and regulation" of virtual assets. Ahmad also said that the Pakistani central bank is in talks with some tech partners as well. This came just months after Pakistan set up the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC). The institution is exploring bitcoin mining using surplus energy and has appointed Binance founder Changpeng Zhao as a strategic adviser. Pakistan is planning to establish a state-run bitcoin reserve. https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-strong-earthquake-tremor-jolts-delhi-ncr-residents-rush-out-of-house-1752120903209/embed In May of this year, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) stated that virtual assets were not illegal. But advised financial institutions not to engage with them until a formal licensing framework was in place in the country. "There are risks associated, and at the same time, there are opportunities in this new emerging field. So we have to evaluate and manage the risk very carefully, and at the same time not let go of the opportunity," Ahmad said while speaking at the summit.

<p>In May of this year, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) stated that virtual assets were not illegal. But advised financial institutions not to engage with them until a formal licensing framework was in place in the country. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

'Building up our capacity': Pakistan to launch digital currency? Here's all you need to know

<p>Quebec Tourism Council's latest ad targeted at Americans is going viral on social media. The ad starts off with a woman concierge asking a man in French how she could help him. The man replies, "Sorry, I don't speak French. I am just visiting." The woman welcomes him and asks, "Where are you visiting from?" The man replies, "I am American." Her expression changes, and she presses a switch underneath her desk, and it seems like she is ringing an alarm bell. Now it seems like the woman is not happy to see an American. But then she goes out of her desk with a big smile and gives the man a giant hug. The tagline reads - "Come, hug it out." Americans have been reacting to the ad that was released around a month ago. Most of them could not believe the unexpected twist at the end of the Quebec commercial.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Donald Trump's tussle with Canada</strong></h2><p>Things haven't been great between the US and Canada ever since Donald Trump took over as president. He has been taking a jab at the country for months, even calling for it to become the 51st US state. Canadians have not been happy about it, and even booed the US national anthem at an NBA matchup. Trump threatened to slap Canada with massive tariffs, and that's when things got bad. But the Quebec ad appears to be trying to bridge the gap and make peace. Americans are getting emotional over the ad, with one person saying, "I was not ready for that ending."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Anyone else want a Canadian Hug? This ad is bold, with a surprise ending," another wrote. "As an American...I need that hug tbh," one person said. Another admitted that the trajectory of the ad seemed to be going towards a direction where it looked like it would end up mocking the Americans. "I thought we were going to get made fun of, I'm crying instead." Others were sure that the receptionist would get angry at the man for not speaking French. But the twist shocked them. "I have to admit, I thought she would freak out on him because he doesn't speak French. I wasn't expecting the happy ending," a user wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Canadians, known for being polite, ended up the winners in the ad. Several people on social media said that they could use an American hug right now. "Hey. As an American, I wanna hug a Canadian rn bro I'm scared," one wrote, with another adding, "And finally, you have the people wishing they could have a Canadian hug right now."</p>

Quebec Tourism Councils latest ad is making Americans emotional with its welcoming vibe. It has gone viral on social media as Americans are left surprised by the twist towards the end. America and Canada have not been on great terms since Donald Trump took over.

Quebec Tourism Council's latest ad targeted at Americans is going viral on social media. The ad starts off with a woman concierge asking a man in French how she could help him. The man replies, "Sorry, I don't speak French. I am just visiting." The woman welcomes him and asks, "Where are you visiting from?" The man replies, "I am American." Her expression changes, and she presses a switch underneath her desk, and it seems like she is ringing an alarm bell. Now it seems like the woman is not happy to see an American. But then she goes out of her desk with a big smile and gives the man a giant hug. The tagline reads - "Come, hug it out." Americans have been reacting to the ad that was released around a month ago. Most of them could not believe the unexpected twist at the end of the Quebec commercial. Donald Trump's tussle with Canada Things haven't been great between the US and Canada ever since Donald Trump took over as president. He has been taking a jab at the country for months, even calling for it to become the 51st US state. Canadians have not been happy about it, and even booed the US national anthem at an NBA matchup. Trump threatened to slap Canada with massive tariffs, and that's when things got bad. But the Quebec ad appears to be trying to bridge the gap and make peace. Americans are getting emotional over the ad, with one person saying, "I was not ready for that ending." "Anyone else want a Canadian Hug? This ad is bold, with a surprise ending," another wrote. "As an American...I need that hug tbh," one person said. Another admitted that the trajectory of the ad seemed to be going towards a direction where it looked like it would end up mocking the Americans. "I thought we were going to get made fun of, I'm crying instead." Others were sure that the receptionist would get angry at the man for not speaking French. But the twist shocked them. "I have to admit, I thought she would freak out on him because he doesn't speak French. I wasn't expecting the happy ending," a user wrote. Canadians, known for being polite, ended up the winners in the ad. Several people on social media said that they could use an American hug right now. "Hey. As an American, I wanna hug a Canadian rn bro I'm scared," one wrote, with another adding, "And finally, you have the people wishing they could have a Canadian hug right now."

<p>Quebec Tourism Council's latest ad is making Americans emotional with its welcoming vibe. It has gone viral on social media as Americans are left surprised by the twist towards the end. America and Canada haven't been on great terms since Donald Trump took over.</p>

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<p>Earth is floating in a vast void in space, according to new findings. Not only our planet, but the entire Milky Way galaxy could be sitting inside a mysterious giant hole in space, astronomers have claimed. The research will be presented at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting (NAM) in Durham, UK. The study, led by Indo-British scientist Indranil Banik, states that this theory could also be a possible explanation for the Hubble tension, EarthSky reported. If it holds true, then the age of our universe could also change. Right now, it is estimated to be 13.8 billion years old. Banik states that the theory of Earth sitting in a void is backed by the sound waves from the early universe, also known as "the sound of the Big Bang." Hubble tension remains a huge problem in astronomy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>What is the Hubble Tension?</strong></h2><p>Proposed by Edwin Hubble in 1929, the Hubble constant was used to express the rate of expansion of the Universe. This rate has been observed to be increasing. Astronomers observe the distance of celestial objects and how fast they are moving away from us to know how fast the universe is expanding. But, the problem is that when measurements of the distant, early Universe are compared to measurements of the nearby, more recent Universe, the former reveals a slower rate of expansion. This is called the Hubble tension, and some even call it the Hubble crisis. This is where Banik and his team bring in their new theory. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/great-wall-of-universe-10-billion-light-years-cosmic-monster-detected-in-space-should-not-exist-1751950803162"><strong>GREAT WALL of universe: 10 billion light-years long cosmic monster detected in space should not exist</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Indo-British scientist says it is highly likely we are in a void</strong></h2><p>Banik said, "A potential solution to this inconsistency is that our galaxy is close to the centre of a large, local void. It would cause matter to be pulled by gravity toward the higher-density exterior of the void, leading to the void becoming emptier with time. As the void is emptying out, the velocity of objects away from us would be larger than if the void were not there. This, therefore, gives the appearance of a faster local expansion rate." About the Hubble tension, Banik says that it is a "local phenomenon with little evidence that the expansion rate disagrees with expectations in the standard cosmology further back in time. So a local solution like a local void is a promising way to go about solving the problem." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-use-nasa-s-tess-to-discover-super-earth-that-could-host-billions-is-toi-1846-b-humanity-s-next-home-1751872216783"><strong>Scientists use NASA's TESS to discover ‘super-earth’ that could host billions—Is TOI-1846 b humanity's next home?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Sound of the Big Bang&nbsp;</strong></h2><p>This would mean that Earth and our solar system are near the centre of a two-billion-light-year-wide void. The number of galaxies present in our local universe is lower than in neighbouring regions, which further backs the theory. But it goes against the standard model of cosmology, according to which matter should be more uniformly spread. But there is still something else that supports the idea of a void - the baryon acoustic oscillations (BAOs) – or the “sound of the Big Bang”. Banik said, "These sound waves travelled for only a short while before becoming frozen in place once the universe cooled enough for neutral atoms to form. They act as a standard ruler, whose angular size we can use to chart the cosmic expansion history." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/interstellar-visitor-solar-system-is-only-the-third-other-two-objects-oumuamua-and-comet-with-huge-tail-1751518381560"><strong>Interstellar visitor spotted is only the third: One of the other two appeared to be an 'alien vessel'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Banik said that their model and measurements support the idea of Earth lying in a void. His team checked BAOs measurements from over the last 20 years, according to which, it is about 100 million times more likely that a void model exists than a void-free model. Researchers now plan to compare their local void model with other methods to learn more about the history of the universe’s expansion.&nbsp;</p>

A void in universe? Earth and the Milky Way are lying in a large void in space, a study has stated. Researchers backed it up with the sound of the Big Bang and the smaller number of galaxies near us. The void theory also solves the Hubble tension. 

Earth is floating in a vast void in space, according to new findings. Not only our planet, but the entire Milky Way galaxy could be sitting inside a mysterious giant hole in space, astronomers have claimed. The research will be presented at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting (NAM) in Durham, UK. The study, led by Indo-British scientist Indranil Banik, states that this theory could also be a possible explanation for the Hubble tension, EarthSky reported. If it holds true, then the age of our universe could also change. Right now, it is estimated to be 13.8 billion years old. Banik states that the theory of Earth sitting in a void is backed by the sound waves from the early universe, also known as "the sound of the Big Bang." Hubble tension remains a huge problem in astronomy. What is the Hubble Tension? Proposed by Edwin Hubble in 1929, the Hubble constant was used to express the rate of expansion of the Universe. This rate has been observed to be increasing. Astronomers observe the distance of celestial objects and how fast they are moving away from us to know how fast the universe is expanding. But, the problem is that when measurements of the distant, early Universe are compared to measurements of the nearby, more recent Universe, the former reveals a slower rate of expansion. This is called the Hubble tension, and some even call it the Hubble crisis. This is where Banik and his team bring in their new theory. Also Read: GREAT WALL of universe: 10 billion light-years long cosmic monster detected in space should not exist Indo-British scientist says it is highly likely we are in a void Banik said, "A potential solution to this inconsistency is that our galaxy is close to the centre of a large, local void. It would cause matter to be pulled by gravity toward the higher-density exterior of the void, leading to the void becoming emptier with time. As the void is emptying out, the velocity of objects away from us would be larger than if the void were not there. This, therefore, gives the appearance of a faster local expansion rate." About the Hubble tension, Banik says that it is a "local phenomenon with little evidence that the expansion rate disagrees with expectations in the standard cosmology further back in time. So a local solution like a local void is a promising way to go about solving the problem." Also Read: Scientists use NASA's TESS to discover ‘super-earth’ that could host billions—Is TOI-1846 b humanity's next home? Sound of the Big Bang This would mean that Earth and our solar system are near the centre of a two-billion-light-year-wide void. The number of galaxies present in our local universe is lower than in neighbouring regions, which further backs the theory. But it goes against the standard model of cosmology, according to which matter should be more uniformly spread. But there is still something else that supports the idea of a void - the baryon acoustic oscillations (BAOs) – or the “sound of the Big Bang”. Banik said, "These sound waves travelled for only a short while before becoming frozen in place once the universe cooled enough for neutral atoms to form. They act as a standard ruler, whose angular size we can use to chart the cosmic expansion history." Also Read: Interstellar visitor spotted is only the third: One of the other two appeared to be an 'alien vessel' Banik said that their model and measurements support the idea of Earth lying in a void. His team checked BAOs measurements from over the last 20 years, according to which, it is about 100 million times more likely that a void model exists than a void-free model. Researchers now plan to compare their local void model with other methods to learn more about the history of the universe’s expansion.

<p>A void in universe? Earth and the Milky Way are lying in a large void in space, a study has stated. Researchers backed it up with the sound of the Big Bang and the smaller number of galaxies near us. The void theory also solves the Hubble tension.&nbsp;</p>

2-billion-light-year-wide cosmic void cocoons Earth and even the Milky Way

<p>Airport radars are tasked with detecting and tracking aircraft that are flying near an airport. However, a new study has found that they could also be revealing our location to aliens and advanced civilisations. The radars leak electromagnetic energy into space, which can be picked up by living beings as far as 200 light-years away. The study analysed what these signals appear like to extraterrestrials that could be present far away from us. This theory comes with two conditions. First, the alien civilisation should have state-of-the-art radio telescopes like Earth. Second, 200 light-years is how far humans can look to spot aliens with similar technology. The findings were revealed at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting 2025 in Durham.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Airport radars exposing our location to aliens 200 light-years away</strong></h2><p>The team simulated settings to understand what these radar signals would appear as from nearby stars such as Barnard’s Star and AU Microscopii after leaving Earth and spreading in space. The researchers found that the radio signal sent out by these radars is enough to be picked up by telescopes similar to those we have on Earth. Airport radars generate a combined radio signal of 2×1015 watts, which could be easily detected by telescopes that are the same as the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia. They could be as far as 200 light-years from Earth, and would still be able to pick up these radar signals.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Military radars are stronger</strong></h2><p>When it comes to military radar systems, the signals being sent out are even more powerful. Military radar systems are more focused and have an accumulated peak emission reaching about 1×1014 watts in a given field-of-view of the observer. The signals emitted by them will be a hundred times stronger from some points in interstellar space. They will also appear to be "clearly artificial" to anyone who has access to powerful radio telescopes.<br>The team concluded that radar signals on any planet could act as a universal sign of intelligent life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>How humans and Earth appear to aliens</strong></h2><p>The study shows not only how we can learn about other civilisations in the universe, but also what our signals look like in space. Michael Garrett of the University of Manchester, a co-author of the paper, said, "By learning how our signals travel through space, we gain valuable insights into how to protect the radio spectrum for communications and design future radar systems. The methods developed for modelling and detecting these weak signals can also be used in astronomy, planetary defence and even in monitoring the impact of human technology on our space environment.<br>&nbsp;</p>

A major instrument at airports is revealing our location to aliens and other advanced civilisations in space. A study has noted that signals coming from Earth can be picked up as far as 200 light-years away. 

Airport radars are tasked with detecting and tracking aircraft that are flying near an airport. However, a new study has found that they could also be revealing our location to aliens and advanced civilisations. The radars leak electromagnetic energy into space, which can be picked up by living beings as far as 200 light-years away. The study analysed what these signals appear like to extraterrestrials that could be present far away from us. This theory comes with two conditions. First, the alien civilisation should have state-of-the-art radio telescopes like Earth. Second, 200 light-years is how far humans can look to spot aliens with similar technology. The findings were revealed at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting 2025 in Durham. Airport radars exposing our location to aliens 200 light-years away The team simulated settings to understand what these radar signals would appear as from nearby stars such as Barnard’s Star and AU Microscopii after leaving Earth and spreading in space. The researchers found that the radio signal sent out by these radars is enough to be picked up by telescopes similar to those we have on Earth. Airport radars generate a combined radio signal of 2×1015 watts, which could be easily detected by telescopes that are the same as the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia. They could be as far as 200 light-years from Earth, and would still be able to pick up these radar signals. Military radars are stronger When it comes to military radar systems, the signals being sent out are even more powerful. Military radar systems are more focused and have an accumulated peak emission reaching about 1×1014 watts in a given field-of-view of the observer. The signals emitted by them will be a hundred times stronger from some points in interstellar space. They will also appear to be "clearly artificial" to anyone who has access to powerful radio telescopes. The team concluded that radar signals on any planet could act as a universal sign of intelligent life. How humans and Earth appear to aliens The study shows not only how we can learn about other civilisations in the universe, but also what our signals look like in space. Michael Garrett of the University of Manchester, a co-author of the paper, said, "By learning how our signals travel through space, we gain valuable insights into how to protect the radio spectrum for communications and design future radar systems. The methods developed for modelling and detecting these weak signals can also be used in astronomy, planetary defence and even in monitoring the impact of human technology on our space environment.

<p>A major instrument at airports is revealing our location to aliens and other advanced civilisations in space. A study has noted that signals coming from Earth can be picked up as far as 200 light-years away.&nbsp;</p>

Earth is unknowingly sending signals into space revealing our location to aliens

<p>Few names have dominated the sport of Formula 1 in the last twenty years as much as Christian Horner. Red Bull Racing's team principal is also typically the one smiling from behind his shades, giving an interview, or commemorating yet another victory. But behind the friendly face stands one of the greatest powerbrokers in contemporary motorsport — a man who turned an energy drink company into the toughest outfit on the grid. This is the story of Christian Horner: the strategist, the empire-builder, and the man just sacked by Red Bull as team principal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On July 9, 2025, Christian Horner was sacked as Red Bull Team Principal after spending 20 years in the role. “Red Bull has released Christian Horner from his operational duties with effect from today (Wednesday 9 July 2025) and has appointed Laurent Mekies as CEO of Red Bull Racing,” said a Red Bull spokesperson. “Oliver Mintzlaff, CEO Corporate Projects and Investments thanked Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years.”</p>

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<h2>The youngest boss in the paddock</h2><p>In 2005, when Red Bull entered Formula 1 by buying the struggling Jaguar team, it turned to a 31-year-old former racer and then-team boss of Formula 3000 outfit Arden International. Christian Horner had never run a Formula 1 team. But Red Bull founder Dietrich Mateschitz saw something others didn’t — a shrewd, ambitious leader who could build something from scratch.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Within five years, Red Bull were the world champions. It wasn’t luck. Horner moved quickly to hire the legendary aerodynamics guru Adrian Newey. He cultivated a culture of innovation, agility, and youth — perfectly in sync with Red Bull’s offbeat brand identity. And in 2010, the team won both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships with Sebastian Vettel, repeating the feat for four straight seasons.</p><p>What started as a marketing experiment had become an F1 dynasty.</p><h2>Playing the political game</h2><p>Horner was never just a technical boss. He was a political operator — one of the best in the sport. His role was more than calling strategy on weekends. It was managing media narratives, calming sponsors, clashing with the FIA when needed, and keeping rivals like Mercedes and Ferrari on the back foot.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In 2021, this side of Horner was on full display during the epic title battle between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. As tensions flared on and off the track, Horner’s verbal duels with Mercedes boss Toto Wolff often overshadowed the racing. In press conferences, he was sharp and pointed, positioning Red Bull as underdogs even when they were neck-and-neck.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Behind the curtain, he was deeply involved in driver decisions — axing Daniil Kvyat mid-season in 2016, giving Verstappen a shot at age 18, and later making tough calls on Pierre Gasly and Alex Albon. Red Bull’s driver program, overseen jointly with Helmut Marko, was ruthless — and Horner embraced it.</p><h3>The Verstappen era and peak power</h3><p>Max Verstappen became the centerpiece of Horner’s second Red Bull chapter. After a quiet lull during the hybrid engine era (2014–2020), Red Bull returned to dominance with Verstappen in 2021 and especially from 2022 onwards, winning races almost at will.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Horner, now in his late 40s, was no longer the young upstart. He was the longest-serving team principal in the paddock and arguably the most powerful. After the death of Mateschitz in 2022, insiders reported that Horner’s influence within the Red Bull corporation itself had grown. He now had sway not just over Red Bull Racing, but also its sister team (previously AlphaTauri, now RB), and even the direction of Red Bull Powertrains.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Some whispers suggested internal tension — with advisor Helmut Marko and even with Verstappen’s camp. But Horner held on, firmly in control. Until everything changed in early 2024.</p><h3>The scandal that shook Red Bull</h3><p>In early 2024, reports surfaced that Christian Horner was under investigation following accusations of inappropriate behavior by a female employee at Red Bull Racing. While the company initially backed Horner — clearing him of any wrongdoing after an internal probe — the allegations quickly spiraled into a full-blown public scandal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Leaked messages and WhatsApp exchanges made their way into the media, raising serious questions about Red Bull's internal culture and the integrity of the investigation. Vogue published a detailed expose examining the gendered dynamics of power inside Formula 1, using Horner’s case as a key example.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite Horner's repeated denials and a brief period of business-as-usual, pressure mounted — not just from the public and press, but reportedly from within Red Bull’s own shareholder base. The BBC reported on the growing internal rift, suggesting that Red Bull’s Thai stakeholders were at odds with the European leadership on Horner’s future.</p><h3>A legacy, complicated</h3><p>Christian Horner’s legacy is now deeply complex. On one hand, he built Red Bull into one of the most dominant teams in F1 history — a blend of performance, personality, and politics that redefined what a modern team principal could be. On the other, his downfall has exposed the fragile underpinnings of power, accountability, and image in one of the world’s most high-octane sports.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>What remains is a team in transition — and a sport still learning how to reckon with its powerful figures when the visor is lifted.</p>

Christian Horner: The fall of Red Bull’s most powerful man

Few names have dominated the sport of Formula 1 in the last twenty years as much as Christian Horner. Red Bull Racing's team principal is also typically the one smiling from behind his shades, giving an interview, or commemorating yet another victory. But behind the friendly face stands one of the greatest powerbrokers in contemporary motorsport — a man who turned an energy drink company into the toughest outfit on the grid. This is the story of Christian Horner: the strategist, the empire-builder, and the man just sacked by Red Bull as team principal. On July 9, 2025, Christian Horner was sacked as Red Bull Team Principal after spending 20 years in the role. “Red Bull has released Christian Horner from his operational duties with effect from today (Wednesday 9 July 2025) and has appointed Laurent Mekies as CEO of Red Bull Racing,” said a Red Bull spokesperson. “Oliver Mintzlaff, CEO Corporate Projects and Investments thanked Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years.”

<p>The development was confirmed by Formula 1 official X handle on Wednesday (July 9). This comes after British Grand Prix where Red Bull's Max Verstappen finished fifth and teammate Yuki Tsunoda could not get any points</p>

<p>Fighter jets are considered as fastest, powerful, and built for air combat. Avoiding radar detection, it can also fly at high speeds and carry advanced weapons. Modern jets use stealth technology, smart sensors, and sometimes even artificial intelligence. These features help pilots spot enemies first and strike quickly. Fighter jets are designed for certain roles and missions, and it is important to excel in those areas for which it was built.</p><p>In order to be considered for the list of the best fighter jets in 2025, these aircraft need to be operational and in service. Topping the list, Russia-based aircraft, the Su-57, scored highly on agility and stealth, as it costs just $50 million a unit, which is the least expensive fighter jet that air forces of any country can acquire, according to a report in Aero Time.</p><h3>Here is the list of the world's top 10 best fighter jets:</h3><h3>10. Dassault Rafale</h3><p>It is a versatile French-based multirole fighter jet developed by Dassault Aviation, which features a delta wing and canard configuration, offering high manoeuvrability. This fighter jet is powered by two Snecma M88 engines, which can achieve speeds up to Mach 1.8 (approximately 2,222 km/h) with a range of 3,700 km. It can also carry a wide array of weapons, including laser-guided bombs and SCALP missiles. Over 500 units have been ordered globally, with recent contracts from India and Croatia.</p><h3>9. Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet</h3><p>The Boeing F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet are a series of American supersonic twin-engine, carrier-capable, multirole fighter aircraft derived from the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. The F/A-18 has been in service in various forms since 1978.</p><p>The latest iteration of this series is the Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, a 21st-century-compatible version that has more range, more payload and requires very less maintenance hours than the original Hornet. This series of Super hornet can reach a speed up to Mach 1.8.</p><h3>8. Eurofighter Typhoon</h3><p>It is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter developed by a consortium of European nations, including the UK, Spain, Germany, and Italy. The aircraft, featuring a delta wing and canard design, provides excellent agility and is powered by two Eurojet EJ200 engines, which can reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,495 km/h) and with a range of 2,900 km.</p><h3>7. Sukhoi Su-35</h3><p>The Sukhoi Su-35 remains one of the most formidable 4th-generation fighters in the world. Its exceptional agility is enabled by two-plane thrust vectoring, making it the only production aircraft to use this technology.</p><p>The Su-35 carries a generous weapons load of over 17,000 lbs, and this, along with its electronic warfare systems, infrared search and track (IRST) sensor, and high speed of Mach 2.25, makes it a credible force in both defensive and offensive missions. With more than 100 units currently in service and exports to countries like China and Egypt, the Su-35 is a key pillar of Russia’s tactical airpower in 2025.</p><h3>6. General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon</h3><p>It is the most advanced 4th-generation fighter ever built, which brings a new level of capability to air forces around the world. This fighter has Northrop Grumman’s advanced APG-83 AESA radar, which provides flexibility and quicker all-weather targeting and leverages pilots with remarkable target area detail and digital map technology that can be tailored with slew and zoom features.</p><h3>5. Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor</h3><p>It is a fifth-generation stealth fighter developed for the US Air Force which combines stealth, supercruise, and advanced avionics. It is powered by two Pratt &amp; Whitney F119 engines, and speeds up to Mach 2.25 (approximately 2,410 km/h) and also has a range of 3,000 km.</p><h3>4. Boeing F-15EX Eagle II</h3><p>The US-based fighter jet 'Boeing F-15EX Eagle II' is an advanced version of the F-15, which retains the F-15's proven design while incorporating modern avionics, including the APG-82 AESA radar and digital fly-by-wire controls.</p><p>It is powered by two Pratt &amp; Whitney F100 engines, which reach speeds up to Mach 2.5 (approximately 3,100 km/h) and has a range of 3,450 km. This aircraft can carry up to 22 air-to-air missiles, which marks the highest payload as compared to any fighter.</p><h3>3. Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon</h3><p>The Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon is the fifth-generation stealth fighter of China, which is developed by Chengdu Aerospace Corporation. The fighter jet features stealth design, long-range capabilities and advanced avionics. It can reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,470 km/h) and has a range of 5,926 km.</p><h2><strong>2. Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II</strong></h2><p>A family of fifth-generation stealth multirole fighters II developed for the US and allied nations comes in three variants: F-35A (conventional takeoff), F-35B (short takeoff/vertical landing), and F-35C (carrier-based). It is powered by a single Pratt &amp; Whitney F135 engine, which reaches speeds up to Mach 1.6 (approximately 1,975 km/h) and has a range of 2,222 km. The F-35 features advanced sensor fusion, the AN/APG-81 AESA radar, and the Distributed Aperture System (DAS).&nbsp;</p><h3>1. Sukhoi Su-57 Felon</h3><p>The Russian-made Su-57 has been designed for agility, weapons payload and stealth capability. It was designed with the focus to manage all this technology into an aircraft that costs far less than any other advanced fighter, estimating the cost per unit at just $35-$50 million.</p><p>It is the first fifth-generation stealth fighter of Russia, which is developed by Sukhoi. This aircraft features stealth shaping, supercruise capability, and advanced avionics.&nbsp;It is powered by two Saturn AL-41F1 engines that enable the aircraft to reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,470 km/h) and has a range of 3,500 km. The Su-57 has the N036 Belka radar system and carrying capacity with a variety of weapons internally to maintain stealth.&nbsp;</p><h3><br>&nbsp;</h3>

There are several fighter jets in the world which are designed by different nations based on their need for cross-border security and threats from enemy nations. Here is the list of the top 10 fighters based on their capability and advanced technology, which are designed at a low cost.

Fighter jets are considered as fastest, powerful, and built for air combat. Avoiding radar detection, it can also fly at high speeds and carry advanced weapons. Modern jets use stealth technology, smart sensors, and sometimes even artificial intelligence. These features help pilots spot enemies first and strike quickly. Fighter jets are designed for certain roles and missions, and it is important to excel in those areas for which it was built. In order to be considered for the list of the best fighter jets in 2025, these aircraft need to be operational and in service. Topping the list, Russia-based aircraft, the Su-57, scored highly on agility and stealth, as it costs just $50 million a unit, which is the least expensive fighter jet that air forces of any country can acquire, according to a report in Aero Time. Here is the list of the world's top 10 best fighter jets: 10. Dassault Rafale It is a versatile French-based multirole fighter jet developed by Dassault Aviation, which features a delta wing and canard configuration, offering high manoeuvrability. This fighter jet is powered by two Snecma M88 engines, which can achieve speeds up to Mach 1.8 (approximately 2,222 km/h) with a range of 3,700 km. It can also carry a wide array of weapons, including laser-guided bombs and SCALP missiles. Over 500 units have been ordered globally, with recent contracts from India and Croatia. 9. Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet The Boeing F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet are a series of American supersonic twin-engine, carrier-capable, multirole fighter aircraft derived from the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. The F/A-18 has been in service in various forms since 1978. The latest iteration of this series is the Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, a 21st-century-compatible version that has more range, more payload and requires very less maintenance hours than the original Hornet. This series of Super hornet can reach a speed up to Mach 1.8. 8. Eurofighter Typhoon It is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter developed by a consortium of European nations, including the UK, Spain, Germany, and Italy. The aircraft, featuring a delta wing and canard design, provides excellent agility and is powered by two Eurojet EJ200 engines, which can reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,495 km/h) and with a range of 2,900 km. 7. Sukhoi Su-35 The Sukhoi Su-35 remains one of the most formidable 4th-generation fighters in the world. Its exceptional agility is enabled by two-plane thrust vectoring, making it the only production aircraft to use this technology. The Su-35 carries a generous weapons load of over 17,000 lbs, and this, along with its electronic warfare systems, infrared search and track (IRST) sensor, and high speed of Mach 2.25, makes it a credible force in both defensive and offensive missions. With more than 100 units currently in service and exports to countries like China and Egypt, the Su-35 is a key pillar of Russia’s tactical airpower in 2025. 6. General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon It is the most advanced 4th-generation fighter ever built, which brings a new level of capability to air forces around the world. This fighter has Northrop Grumman’s advanced APG-83 AESA radar, which provides flexibility and quicker all-weather targeting and leverages pilots with remarkable target area detail and digital map technology that can be tailored with slew and zoom features. 5. Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor It is a fifth-generation stealth fighter developed for the US Air Force which combines stealth, supercruise, and advanced avionics. It is powered by two Pratt & Whitney F119 engines, and speeds up to Mach 2.25 (approximately 2,410 km/h) and also has a range of 3,000 km. 4. Boeing F-15EX Eagle II The US-based fighter jet 'Boeing F-15EX Eagle II' is an advanced version of the F-15, which retains the F-15's proven design while incorporating modern avionics, including the APG-82 AESA radar and digital fly-by-wire controls. It is powered by two Pratt & Whitney F100 engines, which reach speeds up to Mach 2.5 (approximately 3,100 km/h) and has a range of 3,450 km. This aircraft can carry up to 22 air-to-air missiles, which marks the highest payload as compared to any fighter. 3. Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon The Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon is the fifth-generation stealth fighter of China, which is developed by Chengdu Aerospace Corporation. The fighter jet features stealth design, long-range capabilities and advanced avionics. It can reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,470 km/h) and has a range of 5,926 km. 2. Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II A family of fifth-generation stealth multirole fighters II developed for the US and allied nations comes in three variants: F-35A (conventional takeoff), F-35B (short takeoff/vertical landing), and F-35C (carrier-based). It is powered by a single Pratt & Whitney F135 engine, which reaches speeds up to Mach 1.6 (approximately 1,975 km/h) and has a range of 2,222 km. The F-35 features advanced sensor fusion, the AN/APG-81 AESA radar, and the Distributed Aperture System (DAS). 1. Sukhoi Su-57 Felon The Russian-made Su-57 has been designed for agility, weapons payload and stealth capability. It was designed with the focus to manage all this technology into an aircraft that costs far less than any other advanced fighter, estimating the cost per unit at just $35-$50 million. It is the first fifth-generation stealth fighter of Russia, which is developed by Sukhoi. This aircraft features stealth shaping, supercruise capability, and advanced avionics. It is powered by two Saturn AL-41F1 engines that enable the aircraft to reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,470 km/h) and has a range of 3,500 km. The Su-57 has the N036 Belka radar system and carrying capacity with a variety of weapons internally to maintain stealth.

<p>There are several fighter jets in the world which are designed by different nations based on their need for cross-border security and threats from enemy nations. Here is the list of the top 10 fighters based on their capability and advanced technology, which are designed at a low cost.</p>

The ultimate aerial powerhouses revealed: Meet the top 10 best fighter jets in the world for 2025

<p>India's metro cities are witnessing a bizarre new phenomenon on the party scene: staged weddings. These extravagant, high-octane bashes feature all the bells and whistles of an actual Indian wedding–imagine a dhol beats soundtrack, bright ethnic attire, flower rains, orchestrated sangeet performances, mock varmala ceremonies, and even a stand-in pandit. The only thing that is missing? A genuine couple exchanging vows.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>These are weddings that cater to people who want the excitement of weddings but without the cultural or emotional commitments. These events are fast becoming popular in cities such as Delhi, Bengaluru, and Pune. Mukul Khurana, a content creator, wrote on Instagram, "Will you attend this wedding? What's your POV? Is it just a fad or will it be a business model?"</p><h2>Watch the video here:</h2>

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<p>He explained that Jumma Ki Raat, an event organiser of such themed parties in Delhi, will charge anything between Rs 500 to Rs 3,000 as an entrance fee. Some are professionally ticketed, and others spring up spontaneously on college campuses or even on rooftop bars. The concept is straightforward: the fun remains, but the family drama goes. For Gen Z in particular, it's a vibe–no gossipy relatives, no strict rituals, just tunes, grub, and a feeling of belonging. The emphasis is on celebration, inclusivity, and naturally, content generation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Interestingly, the trend is not local. Khurana said that Cornell University students in the US organised a two-day mock wedding celebration–proof that the trend is also catching on outside India.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Social media reactions naturally split. One of the user said, "I feel just like all the other trends, this will remain for some time then fizzle out." Another one said, “Remember that AIB video with the same idea? They were really way ahead of their time.” Not everyone agrees, though. "It's sad to see this Gen Z where they are heading?" posted one of the user. Another one said, "Aaj ki generation bhatak gayi hai, unko rasta dikhane ke bajay aur bigada ja raha hai" (Today's generation has lost its way, and instead of guiding them, they're being led further away)."</p>

Inside Gen Z’s fake wedding craze — All the fun, no real marriage. Here’s the catch

India's metro cities are witnessing a bizarre new phenomenon on the party scene: staged weddings. These extravagant, high-octane bashes feature all the bells and whistles of an actual Indian wedding–imagine a dhol beats soundtrack, bright ethnic attire, flower rains, orchestrated sangeet performances, mock varmala ceremonies, and even a stand-in pandit. The only thing that is missing? A genuine couple exchanging vows. These are weddings that cater to people who want the excitement of weddings but without the cultural or emotional commitments. These events are fast becoming popular in cities such as Delhi, Bengaluru, and Pune. Mukul Khurana, a content creator, wrote on Instagram, "Will you attend this wedding? What's your POV? Is it just a fad or will it be a business model?" Watch the video here:

<p>These are weddings that cater to people who want the excitement of weddings but without the cultural or emotional commitments. These events are fast becoming popular in cities such as Delhi, Bengaluru, and Pune</p>

<p>A couple from Kerala, based in Bengaluru's Ramamurthy Nagar has been accused of chit fund scam worth over ₹40 crore. The couple identified as Tomy and Shiny have been living in Bengaluru for the past 25 years and were running 'A&amp;A Chits and Finance', a chit fund institution offering high returns, ranging between 15 to 20 per cent on investments. Now, police have registered a case against them for siphoning large sum of money and launched an investigation after more than 260 complaints were filed against them. The case surfaced when an investor PT Savio claimed he lost ₹70 lakh in the scheme.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per multiple reports, the couple initially offered good returns with an aim to build confidence. However, the payout stopped recently and the couple went incommunicado. According to the FIR filed at the Ramamurthy Nagar Police Station, the couple convinced people to invest their life savings, money set aside for children's education, medical expenses, and weddings. Some even sold off property to invest in what they thought was a secure financial scheme.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per a report in Onmanorama, an investor from Kerala said, "They promised returns of 12-13% which seemed good. They promptly credited the interest also, earning our trust. So I asked my daughter and son to invest. Another friend also invested his savings," said a complainant who did not want to be named for this article. An investor had met with Tomy three months ago and said that he would require funds for a personal emergency in July. "He agreed to it. There was no reason to doubt him. But since last week, the couple was missing. Both of them regularly came to the office, and when we asked the staff, they were clueless. We contacted them via phone and there was no answer."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, an office-bearer of the Bengaluru-based collective of Malayalis said that Tomy regularly attended community gatherings and church meetings. "They canvassed people to invest savings in their chit fund. The interest rate was attractive and they had a long history which naturally inspired trust," he said. Many of the investors who filed complaints on Monday have associated with the chit fund for a long term. "It started with my father and then my sister and I deposited our funds. There was never a reason to suspect them," a woman said. Police have launched a manhunt to find the duo.</p>

In a real-life version of Phir Hera Pheri's chit fund scam, a Kerala-origin couple has allegedly duped hundreds in Bengaluru after running a ₹100-crore ($12 million) chit fund scam that promised sky-high returns 

A couple from Kerala, based in Bengaluru's Ramamurthy Nagar has been accused of chit fund scam worth over ₹40 crore. The couple identified as Tomy and Shiny have been living in Bengaluru for the past 25 years and were running 'A&A Chits and Finance', a chit fund institution offering high returns, ranging between 15 to 20 per cent on investments. Now, police have registered a case against them for siphoning large sum of money and launched an investigation after more than 260 complaints were filed against them. The case surfaced when an investor PT Savio claimed he lost ₹70 lakh in the scheme. As per multiple reports, the couple initially offered good returns with an aim to build confidence. However, the payout stopped recently and the couple went incommunicado. According to the FIR filed at the Ramamurthy Nagar Police Station, the couple convinced people to invest their life savings, money set aside for children's education, medical expenses, and weddings. Some even sold off property to invest in what they thought was a secure financial scheme. As per a report in Onmanorama, an investor from Kerala said, "They promised returns of 12-13% which seemed good. They promptly credited the interest also, earning our trust. So I asked my daughter and son to invest. Another friend also invested his savings," said a complainant who did not want to be named for this article. An investor had met with Tomy three months ago and said that he would require funds for a personal emergency in July. "He agreed to it. There was no reason to doubt him. But since last week, the couple was missing. Both of them regularly came to the office, and when we asked the staff, they were clueless. We contacted them via phone and there was no answer." Meanwhile, an office-bearer of the Bengaluru-based collective of Malayalis said that Tomy regularly attended community gatherings and church meetings. "They canvassed people to invest savings in their chit fund. The interest rate was attractive and they had a long history which naturally inspired trust," he said. Many of the investors who filed complaints on Monday have associated with the chit fund for a long term. "It started with my father and then my sister and I deposited our funds. There was never a reason to suspect them," a woman said. Police have launched a manhunt to find the duo.

<p>In a real-life version of Phir Hera Pheri's chit fund scam, a Kerala-origin couple has allegedly duped hundreds in Bengaluru after running a ₹40-crore ($5 million) chit fund scam that promised sky-high returns&nbsp;</p>

Phir Hera Pheri style $5 million chit fund scam: How Kerala couple Tomy and Shiny duped people in Bengaluru and fled

<p>A man is believed to have thrown himself into the engine of an airplane at the Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) on 8 July. Earlier reports suggested that afte illegally entering the airport, he was sucked in by the engine. Aviationa2z reported initially that the man was ingested by the Volotea (V7) &nbsp;airplane engine while it was taxiing. However, an investigation is underway to try and figure out what exactly happened. Milan airport officials said that the incident occurred at 10 am local time. About 20 minutes later, the airport released an official announcement, stating that all flight operations had been suspended “due to a problem that occurred on the taxiway.” Passengers recalled that they were told, "Don't look out the windows". The man has been identified as Andrea Russo from Calcinate near Bergamo. The 35-year-old entered the terminal in a red Fiat 500 car. He got off and started running into the building.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He had no ticket and started moving towards a restricted area that led to the runway. Two Border Police on duty caught hold of him, but he managed to break free. He then went on to throw himself into one of the two turbofans of the plane. The Volotea Airbus A319 flight V73511 was going from Milan to Austurias, Spain. The airport shut down all operations following the tragic incident. It was reported that the man was sucked into the engine. The plane was ready to depart when he breached airport security and went near the aircraft.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Witness accounts from Milan airport</strong></h2><p>A Spanish passenger who was on the plane at the time of the incident told La Nueva España, that they suddenly "heard a noise and a bang" just when the plane was getting ready to depart. Those who had seen by then what was transpiring outside warned others not to watch. "Some people saw something through the window and put their hands to their heads. They told us it was best not to look out, because what was happening was very unpleasant." The pilot informed the passengers that a "very serious problem involving a person" had occurred. Passengers were asked to leave from the front right door, and fire, medical, and law enforcement personnel also reached the site immediately</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Local media reports said the police claimed Russo had a "drug problem". A man who watched Russo run towards the aircraft, told Italian news outlet La Repubblica, “I wasn't on that plane, I was boarding another plane next to it and we saw everything. He ran towards the right side. Then he ran and was sucked by the left side motor. I can't describe it as pleasant.” The next two hours witnessed cancellations and delays, with some flights being diverted to other airports. Flightradar24 data showed that at least 13 flights due to leave from Milan airport were cancelled, along with nine inbound flights. Volotea (V7) also confirmed that a man had died after being sucked in by the engine of the plane that was getting ready to leave for Spain. According to Italian broadcaster RAI and Corriere della Sera, Russo was fleeing from the police when he decided to make his way onto the runway.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Breaking story!! 🚨 <br><br>Milan Airport is currently closed due to reports of someone being ingested into one of the engines of an aircraft <a href="https://twitter.com/AirNavRadar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AirNavRadar</a> <br><br>More info when I get it…. <a href="https://t.co/PT4pof7ow1">pic.twitter.com/PT4pof7ow1</a></p>&mdash; Flight Emergency (@FlightEmergency) <a href="https://twitter.com/FlightEmergency/status/1942523849016500698?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Man throws himself into airplane engine at Milan Bergamo Airport: A 35-year-old man, who was reportedly running away from the police, is believed to have thrown himself into the plane engine. He reportedly had a drug problem and was running away from the police, as per local reports. 

A man is believed to have thrown himself into the engine of an airplane at the Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) on 8 July. Earlier reports suggested that afte illegally entering the airport, he was sucked in by the engine. Aviationa2z reported initially that the man was ingested by the Volotea (V7) airplane engine while it was taxiing. However, an investigation is underway to try and figure out what exactly happened. Milan airport officials said that the incident occurred at 10 am local time. About 20 minutes later, the airport released an official announcement, stating that all flight operations had been suspended “due to a problem that occurred on the taxiway.” Passengers recalled that they were told, "Don't look out the windows". The man has been identified as Andrea Russo from Calcinate near Bergamo. The 35-year-old entered the terminal in a red Fiat 500 car. He got off and started running into the building. He had no ticket and started moving towards a restricted area that led to the runway. Two Border Police on duty caught hold of him, but he managed to break free. He then went on to throw himself into one of the two turbofans of the plane. The Volotea Airbus A319 flight V73511 was going from Milan to Austurias, Spain. The airport shut down all operations following the tragic incident. It was reported that the man was sucked into the engine. The plane was ready to depart when he breached airport security and went near the aircraft. Witness accounts from Milan airport A Spanish passenger who was on the plane at the time of the incident told La Nueva España, that they suddenly "heard a noise and a bang" just when the plane was getting ready to depart. Those who had seen by then what was transpiring outside warned others not to watch. "Some people saw something through the window and put their hands to their heads. They told us it was best not to look out, because what was happening was very unpleasant." The pilot informed the passengers that a "very serious problem involving a person" had occurred. Passengers were asked to leave from the front right door, and fire, medical, and law enforcement personnel also reached the site immediately Local media reports said the police claimed Russo had a "drug problem". A man who watched Russo run towards the aircraft, told Italian news outlet La Repubblica, “I wasn't on that plane, I was boarding another plane next to it and we saw everything. He ran towards the right side. Then he ran and was sucked by the left side motor. I can't describe it as pleasant.” The next two hours witnessed cancellations and delays, with some flights being diverted to other airports. Flightradar24 data showed that at least 13 flights due to leave from Milan airport were cancelled, along with nine inbound flights. Volotea (V7) also confirmed that a man had died after being sucked in by the engine of the plane that was getting ready to leave for Spain. According to Italian broadcaster RAI and Corriere della Sera, Russo was fleeing from the police when he decided to make his way onto the runway.

<p>Man throws himself into airplane engine at Milan Bergamo Airport: A 35-year-old man, who was reportedly running away from the police, is believed to have thrown himself into the plane engine. He reportedly had a drug problem and was running away from the police, as per local reports.&nbsp;</p>

'Don't look out': Bloody scene unfolds at Milan airport after a man reportedly throws himself into plane engine

<p>Four jet black eggs found in the Pacific Ocean left scientists stunned since they had never seen anything like this before. The eggs were attached to a rock and were discovered roughly at a depth of 6,200 meters (20,341 feet). The researchers from Tokyo University and Hokkaido University in Japan were exploring the region using a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) when they came across the strange-looking eggs. The region was the abyssopelagic zone, the deepest layer of most of the ocean. Finding black eggs at this depth was a breakthrough since very little is known about the creatures that live here. So, University of Tokyo marine researcher Yasunori Kano decided to retrieve the eggs. Most of them were broken, but four were still intact. He sent them over to invertebrate biologists at Hokkaido University who analysed them. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/blind-creature-with-dragon-like-feature-found-crawling-in-south-korean-caves-1752133909769"><strong>Blind creature like a dragon, and also scorpion, is crawling in South Korean caves</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Eggs or flatworm cocoons?</strong></h2><p>They found these eggs to be tiny cocoons with flatworms inside them. Hokkaido University’s Keiichi Kakui, co-author of the study on the eggs published in the journal Biology Letters, told IFLScience that he "had never seen flatworm cocoons." When he cut one of them open, a milky liquid-like thing leaked from it. He blew it off and found fragile white bodies in the shell and realised that it was the cocoon of platyhelminths. &nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/511-billion-barrels-of-oil-discovered-in-antarctica-can-trigger-world-war-1752036274384"><strong> 511 billion barrels of oil discovered in Antarctica can trigger World War. Here's how</strong></a></p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-have-sequenced-the-dna-of-an-ancient-egyptian-who-lived-4-800-years-ago-1751535547119"><strong>Scientists have sequenced the DNA of an ancient Egyptian who lived 4,800 years ago</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Deepest flatworms ever found in ocean</strong></h2><p>He says that this is the first time these flatworms have been discovered at such depths. Before this, the , the deepest flatworm was observed at around 5,200 metres, discovered attached to a piece of wood. However, it could have fallen along with the wood into deeper waters and it is not clear if it lives there. DNA examination of the cocoons revealed that these flatworms were a species of phylum Platyhelminth that had remained undescribed till then. The paper states that despite being “the deepest known record of free-living platyhelminths,” the flatworms weren't different from the ones that live in shallow waters. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/string-of-structural-anomalies-south-of-gomati-creek-reignite-search-for-sunken-city-of-dwarka-1751961911015"><strong>String of structural anomalies south of Gomati creek reignite search for sunken city of Dwarka</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The world's oceans are the biggest mystery to mankind yet. It is almost impossible to learn about every species that lives in the waters on Earth as they cover the biggest area on the planet. The discovery of black eggs at one of the deepest points is a step towards learning what is the ocean hiding.</p>

Scientists from Japan were shocked to find jet black eggs at an unbelievable depth of 6,200 meters. When they studied them, they turned out to be something they had not comprehended.

Four jet black eggs found in the Pacific Ocean left scientists stunned since they had never seen anything like this before. The eggs were attached to a rock and were discovered roughly at a depth of 6,200 meters (20,341 feet). The researchers from Tokyo University and Hokkaido University in Japan were exploring the region using a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) when they came across the strange-looking eggs. The region was the abyssopelagic zone, the deepest layer of most of the ocean. Finding black eggs at this depth was a breakthrough since very little is known about the creatures that live here. So, University of Tokyo marine researcher Yasunori Kano decided to retrieve the eggs. Most of them were broken, but four were still intact. He sent them over to invertebrate biologists at Hokkaido University who analysed them. Also Read: Blind creature like a dragon, and also scorpion, is crawling in South Korean caves Eggs or flatworm cocoons? They found these eggs to be tiny cocoons with flatworms inside them. Hokkaido University’s Keiichi Kakui, co-author of the study on the eggs published in the journal Biology Letters, told IFLScience that he "had never seen flatworm cocoons." When he cut one of them open, a milky liquid-like thing leaked from it. He blew it off and found fragile white bodies in the shell and realised that it was the cocoon of platyhelminths. Also Read: 511 billion barrels of oil discovered in Antarctica can trigger World War. Here's how Also Read: Scientists have sequenced the DNA of an ancient Egyptian who lived 4,800 years ago Deepest flatworms ever found in ocean He says that this is the first time these flatworms have been discovered at such depths. Before this, the , the deepest flatworm was observed at around 5,200 metres, discovered attached to a piece of wood. However, it could have fallen along with the wood into deeper waters and it is not clear if it lives there. DNA examination of the cocoons revealed that these flatworms were a species of phylum Platyhelminth that had remained undescribed till then. The paper states that despite being “the deepest known record of free-living platyhelminths,” the flatworms weren't different from the ones that live in shallow waters. Also Read: String of structural anomalies south of Gomati creek reignite search for sunken city of Dwarka The world's oceans are the biggest mystery to mankind yet. It is almost impossible to learn about every species that lives in the waters on Earth as they cover the biggest area on the planet. The discovery of black eggs at one of the deepest points is a step towards learning what is the ocean hiding.

<p>Scientists from Japan were shocked to find jet black eggs at an unbelievable depth of 6,200 meters. When they studied them, they turned out to be something they had not comprehended.</p>

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<p>The Elon Musk-Donald Trump feud has gotten murkier with the latest release of a cache of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier and sex offender. The tech billionaire on X, slamming Trump, claimed that the US government was "deeply broken" and has "not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list." His claim comes as reports suggest that Trump's Justice Department and the FBI have concluded that there was no evidence that sex offender Epstein blackmailed powerful figures, kept a "client list" or was murdered. The Tesla CEO also invoked the name "Peanut" and said "they arrested (and killed) Peanut". What did Musk mean? Who is this 'peanut'? Here's all you need to know.</p><h2><strong>What did Musk say?</strong></h2><p>Elon Musk posted a meme on his X account that says, "More squirrels and raccoons have been arrested than anyone on Epstein's client list". he posted this along with the caption, "They arrested (and killed) Peanut, but have not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list," adding "Government is deeply broken".</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">They arrested (and killed) Peanut, but have not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list.<br><br>Government is deeply broken. <a href="https://t.co/YndRadQUBE">pic.twitter.com/YndRadQUBE</a></p>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1942636971450589642?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>In another post, the tech billionaire claimed that Steve Bannon, Trump's former aide and advisor, was in the notorious Epstein files. However, he did not offer any evidence to back his claim but, in yet another post, said, “How can people be expected to have faith in Trump if he won’t release the Epstein files?”.</p><h2><strong>Who is Peanut?</strong></h2><p>Elon Musk with his post has dragged "Peanut the Squirrel" into his bromance turned sour with Trump. Peanut was an internet-famous squirrel, and seems like Elon Musk is not over his death. The orphaned squirrel belonged to Mark Longo, who rescued him in 2017. Longo documented Peanut's and other rescue animals' lives on Instagram on an account which amassed close to a whopping one million followers.</p><p>However, in October 2024, Peanut was detained by authorities and was later euthanised by the State of New York. Despite dramatic uproar over Peanut's detention, the euthanisation was carried out, as owning a squirrel is illegal in New York. Soon after, Musk, along with thousands of netizens, took to social media to condemn the killing of the beloved internet pet and said, "The government should not be allowed to barge into your house and kill your pet! That’s messed up...Even if it is illegal to have a pet squirrel (which it shouldn’t be), why kill PNut instead of simply releasing him into the forest!?". At the time, in another post, he also said that "President @realDonaldTrump will save the squirrels 🐿️ 😢 RIP P’Nut." However, a lot has changed since then. Musk has gone from being a Trump ally to a Trump adversary, and given the drama, it seems like this might be only the beginning of this feud.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Elon Musk, while slamming US President Donald Trump on X over the Epstein files, invoked the name "Peanut" and said "they arrested (and killed) Peanut". What did Musk mean? Who is this 'peanut'? Here's all you need to know.

The Elon Musk-Donald Trump feud has gotten murkier with the latest release of a cache of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier and sex offender. The tech billionaire on X, slamming Trump, claimed that the US government was "deeply broken" and has "not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list." His claim comes as reports suggest that Trump's Justice Department and the FBI have concluded that there was no evidence that sex offender Epstein blackmailed powerful figures, kept a "client list" or was murdered. The Tesla CEO also invoked the name "Peanut" and said "they arrested (and killed) Peanut". What did Musk mean? Who is this 'peanut'? Here's all you need to know. What did Musk say? Elon Musk posted a meme on his X account that says, "More squirrels and raccoons have been arrested than anyone on Epstein's client list". he posted this along with the caption, "They arrested (and killed) Peanut, but have not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list," adding "Government is deeply broken".

<p>Elon Musk, while slamming US President Donald Trump on X over the Epstein files, invoked the name "Peanut" and said "they arrested (and killed) Peanut". What did Musk mean? Who is this 'peanut'? Here's all you need to know.</p>

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<p>The phenomenon of the Full Moon occurs when the Earth lies precisely in line in between the sun and the moon. In 2025, moon lovers can expect 12 mesmerising full moons, each with its traditional name and significance. Here is a comprehensive guide to the 2025 full moon calendar, including names, phases, peak times, and tips on how to make the most of every lunar moment.</p><h2>What is a Full Moon?</h2><p>A Full Moon is the time of the moon and the Earth's rotational period when both of them align in a straight line with the sun. This alignment ensures that the entire side of the Moon that faces us gleams under the sunlight. The next full moon in India is on July 10.&nbsp;</p><h2>What are the Types of Full Moons?</h2><p>There are different types of Full Moons. Here are some well-known Full Moon types&nbsp;</p><p>Super Moon: When a Full Moon collides with the moon's closest point to the Earth, it's called a Super Moon.&nbsp;</p><p>Blue Moon: The second Full Moon in a calendar month.</p><p>Blood Moon: A Reddish Full Moon seen during a lunar eclipse.</p><p>Micro Moon: A Full Moon is at its farthest point from the Earth.</p><p>Harvest Moon: The Full Moon closest to the Autumn Equinox.</p><h2>Upcoming Full Moon dates &amp; names for 2025</h2><p>|Jul 10| &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Buck Moon &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; |18:38|&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Jul 11, 12:08 AM</p><p>|Aug 9| &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Sturgeon Moon &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;|08:56| &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Aug 9, 2:26 PM</p><p>|Sep 7| &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Corn / Harvest Moon &nbsp; &nbsp;|23:09|&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Sep 8, 4:39 AM</p><p>|Oct 7| &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Hunter’s Moon&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;|13:48|&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Oct 7, 7:18 PM</p><p>|Nov 5| &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Beaver Moon &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;|05:20| &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Nov 5, 10:50 AM</p><p>|Dec 5| &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Cold Moon &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;|22:15|&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Dec 6, 3:45 AM</p><h2>Best times to watch the Full Moon?</h2><p>The best time to watch a Full Moon is just after the moonrise or just before its moonset, when it appears larger due to the Horizon illusion. People should usually attempt to look at the moon at night, far from urban lights and pollution. During perigee, a Super Moon appears brighter than usual.</p>

The Full Moon will be visible on July 10 for moon lovers. Here is a comprehensive guide to the upcoming 2025 full moon calendar. 

The phenomenon of the Full Moon occurs when the Earth lies precisely in line in between the sun and the moon. In 2025, moon lovers can expect 12 mesmerising full moons, each with its traditional name and significance. Here is a comprehensive guide to the 2025 full moon calendar, including names, phases, peak times, and tips on how to make the most of every lunar moment. What is a Full Moon? A Full Moon is the time of the moon and the Earth's rotational period when both of them align in a straight line with the sun. This alignment ensures that the entire side of the Moon that faces us gleams under the sunlight. The next full moon in India is on July 10. What are the Types of Full Moons? There are different types of Full Moons. Here are some well-known Full Moon types Super Moon: When a Full Moon collides with the moon's closest point to the Earth, it's called a Super Moon. Blue Moon: The second Full Moon in a calendar month. Blood Moon: A Reddish Full Moon seen during a lunar eclipse. Micro Moon: A Full Moon is at its farthest point from the Earth. Harvest Moon: The Full Moon closest to the Autumn Equinox. Upcoming Full Moon dates & names for 2025 |Jul 10| Buck Moon |18:38| Jul 11, 12:08 AM |Aug 9| Sturgeon Moon |08:56| Aug 9, 2:26 PM |Sep 7| Corn / Harvest Moon |23:09| Sep 8, 4:39 AM |Oct 7| Hunter’s Moon |13:48| Oct 7, 7:18 PM |Nov 5| Beaver Moon |05:20| Nov 5, 10:50 AM |Dec 5| Cold Moon |22:15| Dec 6, 3:45 AM Best times to watch the Full Moon? The best time to watch a Full Moon is just after the moonrise or just before its moonset, when it appears larger due to the Horizon illusion. People should usually attempt to look at the moon at night, far from urban lights and pollution. During perigee, a Super Moon appears brighter than usual.

<p>The Full Moon will be visible on July 10 for moon lovers. Here is a comprehensive guide to the upcoming 2025 full moon calendar.&nbsp;</p>

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