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Kash Patel’s defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic seeks $250M but draws attention for spelling errors, even as it alleges “actual malice"

A defamation lawsuit filed by FBI Director Kash Patel against The Atlantic is drawing attention not only for its allegations but also for multiple spelling and editing errors within the document itself. The 19-page complaint, submitted on Monday in federal court in Washington, DC, accuses the publication and one of its reporters of knowingly publishing false and defamatory claims. However, a review of the filing reveals several basic spelling mistakes and formatting inconsistencies, particularly in sections that strongly criticise the magazine’s editorial standards. According to a report by Newsweek, the legal team behind the case, Binnall Law Group, has been contacted for comment but has not yet responded. The FBI chief is seeking at least $250 million in damages. The lawsuit emphasizes the importance of accuracy, fact-checking, and editorial rigor, arguing that The Atlantic acted with ‘actual malice’. Also Read: 'Iran knows how to neutralise restrictions and how to resist bullying': Araghchi accuses US of ceasefire violations While the presence of typographical errors does not weaken the legal basis of the claims, it is notable given that the lawsuit centers on alleged journalistic negligence. Court filings are typically reviewed by multiple attorneys before submission, making such oversights stand out, especially in a high-profile case involving the head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and a leading media outlet. The complaint reportedly includes several clear spelling mistakes, such as: "feable" instead of "feeble" "politices" instead of "policies" "dicussed" instead of "discussed" None of these errors changes the substance of the allegations. The lawsuit claims that The Atlantic relied on anonymous sources to publish false assertions regarding Patel’s conduct, alcohol use, and professional performance, claims that were allegedly denied before publication by the FBI, the Justice Department, and the White House. The filing also references earlier defamation litigation involving Patel. It argues that The Atlantic should have been aware that similar claims had already been publicly disputed and were part of ongoing legal proceedings. https://www.wionews.com/videos/moscow-questions-israelis-over-iran-war-detains-40-israelis-at-moscow-airport-for-hours-over-the-weekend-1776792606743/embed According to the complaint, FBI chief Patel previously filed a lawsuit over anonymously sourced allegations aired on Morning Joe, which the filing says were later described by the network as unverified. His legal team contends that republishing similar claims despite this background further demonstrates "actual malice." What happens next? The lawsuit has been filed, but has not yet received a formal response in court. The Atlantic and the reporter named in the complaint have not publicly addressed either the allegations or the identified errors. The case is expected to move forward through initial procedural stages, including potential motions from the defendants.

<p>FBI chief Kash Patel’s $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic draws attention for typos, even as it alleges ‘actual malice’ and false reporting</p>

'Feable', 'Politices' and 'Dicussed': Typos surface in Kash Patel's $250M defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic

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<p>In an unusual moment, a tiger, a cheetah, and a leopard were spotted in an unusual moment in Rajasthan’s Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. The three predators were seen in Zone 9 of the park and photographed by tourists and forest officials, the Rajasthan Forest Department said. The officials have described the moment as “rare” and “unscripted” as the three animals were spotted in the same landscape and in a single window of time.</p><p>In a post on social media, the Rajasthan Forest Department posted visuals of the tiger, cheetah, and leopard captured on camera. “Ranthambhore ~ on a day the forest chose to surprise,” it wrote in the caption. “In Zone 9, a tiger, a leopard, and a cheetah, three of the wild’s most elusive beings, sighted in the same landscape, in a single window of time.”</p>

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<p>Zone 9 is located about 45 minutes away from the tiger reserve at the banks of the Chakal River. Such sightings are extremely uncommon, given the territorial nature of these wild cats.</p><p>“Moments like these are rare, unscripted, and impossible to plan. They remind us what our forests are truly capable of,” the department added.</p><p>It is believed that the young male cheetah strayed from Kuno National Park, which is home to 54 of the species, including adults and cubs.</p><p>Nestled in the Sawai Madhopur district of southeastern Rajasthan, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is one of India’s most distinguished wildlife parks. Spanning nearly 1,334 square kilometres, the reserve was once the royal hunting ground of the Jaipur dynasty. In 1955, it was declared a wildlife sanctuary. Later, it became part of the ambitious Project Tiger initiative in 1973.</p><p>Rathambore features dramatic landscapes, including dense forests, open grasslands, and serene lakes, drawing over 650,000 to 700,000 tourists every year. It also hosts the historic Ranthambore Fort on a hill inside the territory. Its main attractions remain tigers, which are often spotted in daylight, making it a hotspot for wildlife photographers and enthusiasts.</p><p>The park is home to more than 80 Royal Bengal tigers. It also hosts leopards, sloth bears, striped hyenas, wild boars, crocodiles, and more than 300 species of birds.</p>

A rare sighting at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve captured a tiger, leopard, and cheetah together, highlighting the forest’s rich and unpredictable wildlife ecosystem.

In an unusual moment, a tiger, a cheetah, and a leopard were spotted in an unusual moment in Rajasthan’s Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. The three predators were seen in Zone 9 of the park and photographed by tourists and forest officials, the Rajasthan Forest Department said. The officials have described the moment as “rare” and “unscripted” as the three animals were spotted in the same landscape and in a single window of time. In a post on social media, the Rajasthan Forest Department posted visuals of the tiger, cheetah, and leopard captured on camera. “Ranthambhore ~ on a day the forest chose to surprise,” it wrote in the caption. “In Zone 9, a tiger, a leopard, and a cheetah, three of the wild’s most elusive beings, sighted in the same landscape, in a single window of time.”

<p>A rare sighting at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve captured a tiger, leopard, and cheetah together, highlighting the forest’s rich and unpredictable wildlife ecosystem.</p>

Nature’s plot twist! Tiger, cheetah, leopard spotted together in ‘rare’ moment in Rajasthan’s Ranthambore – WATCH

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Maiara Cristina de Lima Fiel died of a heart attack at the age of 31. The Brazilian beauty queen had no history of heart disease and is said to have suffered from fulminant myocarditis, a rapidly progressing heart condition that sets in suddenly.

A Brazilian beauty queen with no health issues passed away after suffering a heart attack at the age of 31. Maiara Cristina de Lima Fiel was a mother of one and was due to compete in a beauty pageant next week. An hour's effort to revive her failed as she died, leaving her family and friends in shock. Maiara had won several beauty contests and was crowned Miss Londrina last year in a prestigious regional beauty pageant and was the runner-up in the 2025/26 edition of Miss Sarandi. Vitor Tavares, organiser of the beauty contest Maiara was supposed to compete in on April 29, paid tribute to her in an emotional social media post. "She was such a committed, dedicated young woman. I had the pleasure of meeting her in person at the end of last year when she confirmed her participation as Miss Londrina. From that moment, it was clear how seriously she took this dream," he wrote. He said Maiara had finished all preparations for the competition and had finished all interviews. "She showed me the dresses, everything she was preparing with such care to live that moment," Tavares said. He said he could not believe the news, and despite many people confirming that she had passed, it took him a while to believe it. "I kept telling myself: it can't be true… I spoke with her yesterday," he said. Tavares said the 31-year-old was "full of life, dreams, and goals" and had a "beautiful future ahead of her." He prayed for strength and comfort for her family and friends in his painful moment. Her fans also grieved Maiara's death, posting condolence messages on social media. The 31-year-old had no history of heart disease. She is believed to have died of fulminant myocarditis, according to some reports. It is an inflammatory heart disease triggered by viral infections and also non-viral infections, medications, or autoimmune disorders. It causes sudden and rapid cardiogenic shock and is not linked to blockages. Fulminant myocarditis involves sudden widespread inflammation, and symptoms include fatigue, chest pain, and dyspnea.

<p>Maiara Cristina de Lima Fiel died of a heart attack at the age of 31. The Brazilian beauty queen had no history of heart disease and is said to have suffered from fulminant myocarditis, a rapidly progressing heart condition that sets in suddenly.</p>

Brazilian beauty queen and mother of one dies of heart attack at the age of 31

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">U.S. Marines depart amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) by helicopter and transit over the Arabian Sea to board and seize M/V Touska. The Marines rappelled onto the Iranian-flagged vessel, April 19, after guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) disabled Touska’s… <a href="https://t.co/mFxI5RzYCS">pic.twitter.com/mFxI5RzYCS</a></p>&mdash; U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) <a href="https://twitter.com/CENTCOM/status/2046085543348293851?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>CENTCOM also revealed that US forces have now directed 27 vessels in total to turn around or return to Iranian ports since the blockade began.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Since the commencement of the blockade against ships entering or exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas, U.S. forces have directed 27 vessels to turn around or return to an Iranian port. <a href="https://t.co/G8dl96wN4H">pic.twitter.com/G8dl96wN4H</a></p>&mdash; U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) <a href="https://twitter.com/CENTCOM/status/2046234465303728146?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2><strong>Will the US end its blockade?</strong></h2><p>Trump, speaking Monday, showed no signs of backing down. The blockade would remain in place until a deal is finalised, he said, adding that he was "under no pressure" to move faster. The two-week ceasefire announced on April 7 expires on Wednesday, and another round of talks is expected in Islamabad this week, though Iran has threatened to boycott the negotiations and accused Washington of violating the ceasefire terms through the blockade itself.</p><p>Tehran reopened the Strait of Hormuz last week following a separate Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, only to immediately threaten to close it again as the US blockade continued. Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf was unambiguous: "With the continuation of the blockade, the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open." The seizure of the Touska has made that threat more pointed.</p><p><strong>Disclaimer: </strong><i>WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

US seizes an Iranian ship amid rising tensions. American forces say they boarded a vessel after it ignored blockade warnings, even threatening “compliance by force.” Iran calls it “armed piracy” and vows retaliation.

Watch the video of US troops seizing the M/V Touska.

The United States Central Command shared a video on Monday (Apr 20) of American troops seizing an Iranian-flagged container ship in the Gulf of Oman. The crew was warned that if they "attempt to run the blockade," they will be subjected to "compliance of force". After the crew ignored repeated warnings to comply with Washington's naval blockade of Iranian ports, the ship, believed to be M/V Touska, was seized. Following the seizure, Iran has vowed retaliation and accused Washington of "armed piracy". What we know about M/V Toushka M/V Touska, as per reports, belongs to the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines, a group sanctioned by the US since 2019. According to Trump, the USS Spruance, a guided-missile destroyer, gave the ship fair warning to stop before the US Navy disabled it by "blowing a hole in the engine room." US Marines then boarded and seized the vessel. Iran said the ship had been travelling from China and claimed its military was prepared to confront US forces over the incident, but was constrained by the presence of crew members' families on board. 27 ships forced to turn back US Central Command has released a video of US troops engaging in a separate blockade enforcement interaction. While they don't specify the ship, the interaction is believed to be with the M/V Touska crew. "This is US warship 115 entering area of a military blockade... If you attempt to run the blockade, we will compel compliance by force."

<p>US seizes an Iranian ship amid rising tensions. American forces say they boarded a vessel after it ignored blockade warnings, even threatening “compliance by force.” Iran calls it “armed piracy” and vows retaliation.</p><p>Watch the video of US troops seizing the M/V Touska.</p>

'If you attempt to run...': CENTCOM shares video of US troops seizing Iranian vessel M/V Touska | WATCH

<p>Russian beauty influencers are slamming President Vladimir Putin, directly telling him on social media about the ills plaguing the country, especially the social media and internet curbs. Victoria Bonya, who posts content on lifestyle and make-up tips, wrote, "Vladimir Vladimirovich, people are afraid of you. The people are afraid of you, bloggers are afraid of you, artists are afraid of you, and governors are afraid of you. And you are the president of our country." Bonya, who lives in Monaco, made it clear that she supports Putin before listing specific issues in the country. She flagged the supposed slow response to the Dagestan floods as one of them, and the mismanagement of the livestock culls in Siberia. However, the biggest pain point is the intensifying restrictions on online social networks. “There’s a feeling that we’re no longer living in a free country,” she said. The video posted on Tuesday had garnered 26 million views and over 75,000 comments by Friday.</p><h2><strong>Internet shutdown in Russia</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another popular beauty influencer, known as Aiza and also a foreign resident, backed Bonya and said restrictions on the Telegram messaging platform would be a “huge hit to the Russian economy”. She also criticised the high taxes, saying, "How much money do you need to steal so that it’s enough?" In the video, which she later deleted, Aiza said, “The average MP owns property worth billions, millions of dollars and holds multiple (foreign) passports." Notably, Russia has clamped down on the internet in the country. In a previous report, we stated how people have been complaining of internet blackouts in the country. Around early March, the problem was widely reported from central Moscow and St Petersburg, where mobile internet was down.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/russia-goes-old-school-pager-and-walkie-talkie-sales-skyrocket-amid-mystery-internet-blackouts-1773391769370"><strong>Russians go old school: Pagers, walkie-talkies, and paper maps are flying off the shelves. Here's why</strong></a></p><h2>Instagram and Telegram banned in Russia</h2><p>Putin's administration defended the curbs, saying they were imposed for security reasons because Ukraine was using "increasingly sophisticated methods" of attack. WhatsApp, Facebook and YouTube do not work in Russia, and a full nationwide block on Telegram came into effect in April 2026. The regulator, Roskomnadzor, cites law violations and failure to remove banned content as the reason for the shutdown. Russia has also come down hard on VPNs, which Russians have been using to bypass the existing restrictions on internet access. Instagram was officially blocked in 2022. Russians were banned by law from advertising on websites blocked in the country. With Telegram also gone now, online influencers have lost the majority sources of their income.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Russians say they feel like they are “no longer living in a free country”. Online influencers are angry with Putin and his curbs on the internet and social media platforms. What is going on in Russia, where Telegram was also fully banned recently?

Russian beauty influencers are slamming President Vladimir Putin, directly telling him on social media about the ills plaguing the country, especially the social media and internet curbs. Victoria Bonya, who posts content on lifestyle and make-up tips, wrote, "Vladimir Vladimirovich, people are afraid of you. The people are afraid of you, bloggers are afraid of you, artists are afraid of you, and governors are afraid of you. And you are the president of our country." Bonya, who lives in Monaco, made it clear that she supports Putin before listing specific issues in the country. She flagged the supposed slow response to the Dagestan floods as one of them, and the mismanagement of the livestock culls in Siberia. However, the biggest pain point is the intensifying restrictions on online social networks. “There’s a feeling that we’re no longer living in a free country,” she said. The video posted on Tuesday had garnered 26 million views and over 75,000 comments by Friday. Internet shutdown in Russia Another popular beauty influencer, known as Aiza and also a foreign resident, backed Bonya and said restrictions on the Telegram messaging platform would be a “huge hit to the Russian economy”. She also criticised the high taxes, saying, "How much money do you need to steal so that it’s enough?" In the video, which she later deleted, Aiza said, “The average MP owns property worth billions, millions of dollars and holds multiple (foreign) passports." Notably, Russia has clamped down on the internet in the country. In a previous report, we stated how people have been complaining of internet blackouts in the country. Around early March, the problem was widely reported from central Moscow and St Petersburg, where mobile internet was down. Also Read: Russians go old school: Pagers, walkie-talkies, and paper maps are flying off the shelves. Here's why Instagram and Telegram banned in Russia Putin's administration defended the curbs, saying they were imposed for security reasons because Ukraine was using "increasingly sophisticated methods" of attack. WhatsApp, Facebook and YouTube do not work in Russia, and a full nationwide block on Telegram came into effect in April 2026. The regulator, Roskomnadzor, cites law violations and failure to remove banned content as the reason for the shutdown. Russia has also come down hard on VPNs, which Russians have been using to bypass the existing restrictions on internet access. Instagram was officially blocked in 2022. Russians were banned by law from advertising on websites blocked in the country. With Telegram also gone now, online influencers have lost the majority sources of their income.

<p>Russians say they feel like they are “no longer living in a free country”. Online influencers are angry with Putin and his curbs on the internet and social media platforms. What is going on in Russia, where Telegram was also fully banned recently?</p>

Why are Russian beauty influencers going after Putin on social media? Here's what is happening

<p>Japan's meteorological agency has issued a special advisory, warning of an elevated risk of a major earthquake of magnitude 8.0 or stronger. This comes after a powerful 7.7-magnitude jolt struck off the northern coast of Iwate prefecture and triggered a tsunami warning along a vast stretch of the country's northeastern Pacific coastline. The earthquake hit at 4:53 PM local time, with shaking strong enough to rattle large buildings in Tokyo, hundreds of kilometres from the epicentre.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/valentina-gomez-blocked-from-entering-uk-claims-banned-because-i-m-not-coming-to-rape-or-kill-little-girls-1776734847000"><strong>Valentina Gomez blocked from entering UK, claims banned 'because I’m not coming to rape or kill little girls'</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Tsunami hits Japan</strong></h2><p>Approximately 40 minutes after the initial quake, an 80-centimetre tsunami wave reached a port in Kuji, in Iwate. Warnings for waves of up to one metre were later downgraded to advisories across Hokkaido, Aomori, Iwate and Fukushima prefectures before being lifted altogether around midnight.</p><p>More than 182,000 residents in the affected region were issued non-compulsory evacuation directives. As of Monday evening, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said there were no immediate reports of serious injuries or significant structural damage, and footage from national broadcaster NHK showed no clearly visible damage at several ports in Iwate.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/strait-of-hormuz-shut-again-as-over-10-000-us-troops-continue-to-enforce-iran-blockade-1776503144468"><strong>Strait of Hormuz shut again as over 10,000 US troops continue to enforce Iran blockade</strong></a></p><h2><strong>A megaquake coming?</strong></h2><p>Japan's meteorological agency, in its advisory, warned that there was an elevated risk of a subsequent major earthquake. "Although the probability is low, there is a possibility of another major earthquake occurring," the agency said, urging residents to review their emergency preparedness. Officials warned that aftershocks could continue for the coming week, potentially "causing even stronger shaking" over the next two to three days.</p><p>Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged residents in warning zones to move to higher ground. "For those of you who live in areas for which the warnings have been issued, please evacuate to higher, safer places," said PM Takaichi. The prime minister's office activated a crisis management team to assess casualties and property damage.</p><h2><strong>Why is this warning considered rare?</strong></h2><p>Monday's advisory is only the third of its kind Japan has issued. The first came in 2024, triggered by concerns about the Nankai Trough, an 800-kilometre undersea trench where the Philippine Sea tectonic plate is slowly slipping beneath the continental plate that forms the foundation of the Japanese archipelago. A second advisory followed in December 2025 after a magnitude-7.5 tremor struck off the northern coast, injuring more than 40 people.</p>

Japan bracing for a massive megaquake: After a 7.7 tremor and tsunami, authorities warn of a possible magnitude 8+ earthquake. PM Sanae Takaichi has urged people to stay alert.

How serious is this rare advisory? Scroll down to read more.

Japan's meteorological agency has issued a special advisory, warning of an elevated risk of a major earthquake of magnitude 8.0 or stronger. This comes after a powerful 7.7-magnitude jolt struck off the northern coast of Iwate prefecture and triggered a tsunami warning along a vast stretch of the country's northeastern Pacific coastline. The earthquake hit at 4:53 PM local time, with shaking strong enough to rattle large buildings in Tokyo, hundreds of kilometres from the epicentre. Also read | Valentina Gomez blocked from entering UK, claims banned 'because I’m not coming to rape or kill little girls' Tsunami hits Japan Approximately 40 minutes after the initial quake, an 80-centimetre tsunami wave reached a port in Kuji, in Iwate. Warnings for waves of up to one metre were later downgraded to advisories across Hokkaido, Aomori, Iwate and Fukushima prefectures before being lifted altogether around midnight. More than 182,000 residents in the affected region were issued non-compulsory evacuation directives. As of Monday evening, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said there were no immediate reports of serious injuries or significant structural damage, and footage from national broadcaster NHK showed no clearly visible damage at several ports in Iwate. Also read | Strait of Hormuz shut again as over 10,000 US troops continue to enforce Iran blockade A megaquake coming? Japan's meteorological agency, in its advisory, warned that there was an elevated risk of a subsequent major earthquake. "Although the probability is low, there is a possibility of another major earthquake occurring," the agency said, urging residents to review their emergency preparedness. Officials warned that aftershocks could continue for the coming week, potentially "causing even stronger shaking" over the next two to three days. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged residents in warning zones to move to higher ground. "For those of you who live in areas for which the warnings have been issued, please evacuate to higher, safer places," said PM Takaichi. The prime minister's office activated a crisis management team to assess casualties and property damage. Why is this warning considered rare? Monday's advisory is only the third of its kind Japan has issued. The first came in 2024, triggered by concerns about the Nankai Trough, an 800-kilometre undersea trench where the Philippine Sea tectonic plate is slowly slipping beneath the continental plate that forms the foundation of the Japanese archipelago. A second advisory followed in December 2025 after a magnitude-7.5 tremor struck off the northern coast, injuring more than 40 people.

<p><strong>Japan bracing for a massive megaquake:</strong> After a 7.7 tremor and tsunami, authorities warn of a possible magnitude 8+ earthquake. PM Sanae Takaichi has urged people to stay alert.</p><p>How serious is this rare advisory? Scroll down to read more.</p>

Japan issues rare ‘megaquake’ warning after 7.7 magnitude tremor jolts country: 'Likelihood of huge earthquake occurring' high

<p>A US-based influencer known for her anti-Islam rhetoric was initially granted permission to enter Britain, but has now been banned by the Home Secretary days before a planned appearance at a far-right rally in London. Valentina Gomez, 26, a self-styled MAGA influencer born in Colombia, had been issued a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation to attend the Unite the Kingdom rally on May 16, an event organised by Tommy Robinson, aka Stephen Yaxley-Lennon. However, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood intervened to withdraw the authorisation. Despite the ban, Gomez says she will enter "England on a boat". What's happening? Here's all you need to know.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-pentagon-ufo-files-release-we-found-many-very-interesting-documents-1776492394923"><strong>Trump announces Pentagon UFO files release: 'We found many very interesting documents'</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Why was Valentina Gomez blocked from entering the UK?</strong></h2><p>The US influencer, as per reports, was blocked from entering Britain because her presence "would not be conducive to the public good." Notably, the same language was used last month when Kanye West's ETA was pulled over a string of antisemitic and pro-Nazi comments.</p><p>The ban came after sustained pressure on the Home Office to act. Cross-bench peer Shaista Gohir had publicly called on the Home Office to "show consistent standards and deny UK entry to Valentina Gomez." The Muslim Council of Britain, which had flagged the inconsistency of initially granting her authorisation while others had been denied entry for comparable rhetoric targeting different communities, welcomed the reversal.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-fake-jesus-iran-turns-trump-s-deleted-ai-image-into-a-viral-lego-diss-track-amid-pope-row-in-pics-1776326285612"><strong>'Fake Jesus!': Iran turns Trump's deleted AI-image into a viral LEGO diss track amid Pope row | In pics</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Gomez to enter the UK without a permit?</strong></h2><p>As news about her getting blocked from entering the UK spread, Gomez took to X to announce that she would arrive by boat instead. "They can try to ban me, but they cannot ban the TRUTH. See you May 16th," she wrote. In an accompanying video, she racially abused Mahmood and claimed her ban was "because I'm not coming to rape or kill little girls," a reference to the inflammatory rhetoric she has built her platform on.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I’m coming to England on a boat.<br><br>They can try to ban me, but they cannot ban the TRUTH.<br><br>See you on May 16th🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 <a href="https://t.co/dnvyPJbzZ4">pic.twitter.com/dnvyPJbzZ4</a></p>&mdash; Valentina Gomez (@ValentinaForUSA) <a href="https://twitter.com/ValentinaForUSA/status/2046306869556519268?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Gomez had attended the first Unite the Kingdom rally in September last year, where she told a crowd estimated at over 100,000 people, thought to be the largest far-right gathering of its kind in British history, that "rapist Muslims" were "taking over" the UK. She also urged police officers to "stop following orders because you know you are being told to look the other way while your country is being raped into submission."</p><h2><strong>Who is Valentina Gomez?</strong></h2><p>Gomez first gained widespread attention in August last year when she burned a copy of the Quran and vowed to "end Islam in Texas" if elected to Congress. She lost her bid for the Republican nomination. Her platform has continued to grow, regardless.</p>

Why has the UK blocked influencer Valentina Gomez just days before a major rally? Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood revoked her entry, citing public interest concerns.

But Gomez says she’ll still arrive “by boat.” What led to this ban and what happens next?

Scroll down to read more.

A US-based influencer known for her anti-Islam rhetoric was initially granted permission to enter Britain, but has now been banned by the Home Secretary days before a planned appearance at a far-right rally in London. Valentina Gomez, 26, a self-styled MAGA influencer born in Colombia, had been issued a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation to attend the Unite the Kingdom rally on May 16, an event organised by Tommy Robinson, aka Stephen Yaxley-Lennon. However, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood intervened to withdraw the authorisation. Despite the ban, Gomez says she will enter "England on a boat". What's happening? Here's all you need to know. Also read | Trump announces Pentagon UFO files release: 'We found many very interesting documents' Why was Valentina Gomez blocked from entering the UK? The US influencer, as per reports, was blocked from entering Britain because her presence "would not be conducive to the public good." Notably, the same language was used last month when Kanye West's ETA was pulled over a string of antisemitic and pro-Nazi comments. The ban came after sustained pressure on the Home Office to act. Cross-bench peer Shaista Gohir had publicly called on the Home Office to "show consistent standards and deny UK entry to Valentina Gomez." The Muslim Council of Britain, which had flagged the inconsistency of initially granting her authorisation while others had been denied entry for comparable rhetoric targeting different communities, welcomed the reversal. Also read | 'Fake Jesus!': Iran turns Trump's deleted AI-image into a viral LEGO diss track amid Pope row | In pics Gomez to enter the UK without a permit? As news about her getting blocked from entering the UK spread, Gomez took to X to announce that she would arrive by boat instead. "They can try to ban me, but they cannot ban the TRUTH. See you May 16th," she wrote. In an accompanying video, she racially abused Mahmood and claimed her ban was "because I'm not coming to rape or kill little girls," a reference to the inflammatory rhetoric she has built her platform on.

<p>Why has the UK blocked influencer Valentina Gomez just days before a major rally? Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood revoked her entry, citing public interest concerns.</p><p>But Gomez says she’ll still arrive “by boat.” What led to this ban and what happens next?</p><p>Scroll down to read more.</p>

Valentina Gomez blocked from entering UK, claims banned 'because I’m not coming to rape or kill little girls'

Gautam Adani has overtaken Mukesh Ambani as Asia’s richest person in Asia, per the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Adani ranks 19th globally with $92.6B, while Ambani is 20th with $90.8B. Let's find out who is currently at the top 10 of this list.

Adani overtakes Mukesh Ambani in Asia’s richest spot; check top 10 billionaires list globally

Japan is among the countries where tsunami waves reached on Thursday (July 30) after an 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia. But earthquakes and tsunamis are nothing new for the Asian nation, which prompted the governments over the years to establish earthquake-proof measures.  

Tsunami alert: 7 ways how Japan manages earthquake-tsunamis really well despite sitting on a volatile seismic zone

<p>Chinese carmaker Seres has been granted a patent for an in-car toilet that can be deployed from beneath a passenger seat, either at the push of a button or via voice command.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The patent, filed on April 10, includes an engineering explanation that the feature would “satisfy users’ toilet needs on long journeys, while camping or while staying in the car”, a BBC report said. The design effectively integrates a lavatory into a standard passenger seat, meaning occupants would be seated directly above the unit rather than using a separate compartment, as seen in motorhomes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/japan-earthquake-honshu-s-four-plate-conjunction-just-triggered-a-7-4-quake-1776675342770">Japan earthquake: Honshu’s four-plate conjunction just triggered a 7.4 quake</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While the concept may draw comparisons with self-contained recreational vehicles, the absence of a dedicated bathroom space marks a key difference. Instead, the system is built into the cabin layout of a conventional car.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>To address hygiene and comfort concerns, the proposed setup includes a dedicated fan and exhaust mechanism designed to channel odours out of the vehicle. A heating element would also be used to evaporate urine and dry other waste, according to the patent details.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tariffs-refunds-who-will-get-refund-and-what-will-be-the-process-all-you-need-to-know-1776672939123">Trump tariffs refunds: Who will get refund and what will be the process</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Seres has not announced any immediate plans to introduce vehicles equipped with the integrated toilet. However, the approval of the patent signals potential future applications of the technology.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-one-knows-what-s-going-on-except-ex-us-national-security-official-says-trump-has-absolutely-brilliant-strategy-to-force-iran-to-capitulate-1776669637325">'Trump has brilliant strategy to force Iran to capitulate': Ex-US diplomat</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The company is known for its electric SUVs in China and operates multiple research and development facilities globally. Its international presence includes a subsidiary, SF Motors, based in Santa Clara, California. Seres also collaborates with Huawei on the Aito brand of electric vehicles.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-starmer-under-fire-as-top-clients-of-mandelson-s-firm-linked-to-chinese-military-1776670254234">Starmer under fire as top clients of Mandelson's firm linked to Chinese military</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Chinese carmaker Seres patented a space-saving in-car toilet integrated into passenger seats. Using voice commands and a waste-evaporation system, it aims to provide convenience for long trips and camping.

Chinese carmaker Seres has been granted a patent for an in-car toilet that can be deployed from beneath a passenger seat, either at the push of a button or via voice command. The patent, filed on April 10, includes an engineering explanation that the feature would “satisfy users’ toilet needs on long journeys, while camping or while staying in the car”, a BBC report said. The design effectively integrates a lavatory into a standard passenger seat, meaning occupants would be seated directly above the unit rather than using a separate compartment, as seen in motorhomes. Also read: Japan earthquake: Honshu’s four-plate conjunction just triggered a 7.4 quake While the concept may draw comparisons with self-contained recreational vehicles, the absence of a dedicated bathroom space marks a key difference. Instead, the system is built into the cabin layout of a conventional car. To address hygiene and comfort concerns, the proposed setup includes a dedicated fan and exhaust mechanism designed to channel odours out of the vehicle. A heating element would also be used to evaporate urine and dry other waste, according to the patent details. Also read: Trump tariffs refunds: Who will get refund and what will be the process Seres has not announced any immediate plans to introduce vehicles equipped with the integrated toilet. However, the approval of the patent signals potential future applications of the technology. Also read: 'Trump has brilliant strategy to force Iran to capitulate': Ex-US diplomat The company is known for its electric SUVs in China and operates multiple research and development facilities globally. Its international presence includes a subsidiary, SF Motors, based in Santa Clara, California. Seres also collaborates with Huawei on the Aito brand of electric vehicles. Also read: Starmer under fire as top clients of Mandelson's firm linked to Chinese military

<p>Chinese carmaker Seres patented a space-saving in-car toilet integrated into passenger seats. Using voice commands and a waste-evaporation system, it aims to provide convenience for long trips and camping.</p>

This Chinese car-making brand just patented an in-car toilet. Details inside

<p>Days after Lenskart controversies, Air India has also made similar headlines over its policies, rules and regulations for cabin crew. The row erupted after the internal grooming guidelines of Air India came online and went viral for objecting to sindoor, chooda, mangalsutra and more.</p><h3>Grooming policy of Air India for cabin crew</h3><p>As per the viral cabin crew handbook of the airlines, "Tikkas, sindoor of any colour on the forehead is not permitted." The viral posts also alleged that strict rules govern accessories and jewellery worn with the uniform. Only simple white or yellow gold bangles without design or stones are allowed, while bracelets, mixed-metal bangles, or embellished pieces are prohibited.</p><p><br>The post further noted that staff were not permitted to wear wedding choora, religious or black threads, beads on the wrist, ankles, or forearms. Items such as chains, necklaces, and religious symbols, including mangalsutra, taali, threads, or beads, are also banned around the neck. In addition, nose pins, toe rings, anklets, sindoor, braces, birthstones, coloured stones, mehndi, and liquid vermillion are reportedly not allowed.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">It appears that this problem runs much deeper.<br><br>Here are some pictures from the Air India Cabin Crew Handbook. Bindi, Sindoor, Tilak etc not allowed.<br><br>Why are they doing this so blatantly?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SocietyFromStreet?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SocietyFromStreet</a> <a href="https://t.co/uqVRbXBwwF">pic.twitter.com/uqVRbXBwwF</a></p>&mdash; Pranav Mahajan (@pranavmahajan) <a href="https://twitter.com/pranavmahajan/status/2045359466577793321?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Air India responds</h3><p>Meanwhile, in response to the viral handbook, Air India confirmed that airline crew members are completely allowed to wear bindis. The spokesperson claimed that the document on social media is an “outdated manual”. “Air India would like to clarify that its employees have the choice to wear a bindi. The images being circulated online are from an older manual that is no longer in use,” the spokesperson added.</p><p><br>Earlier, Lenskart came under scrutiny over a similar controversy. The issue arose from a policy that allowed employees to wear a hijab while on duty but did not permit bindis or kalawa. The eyewear company later responded by introducing an updated in-store style guide for its staff.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read</strong>: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/bank-holidays-april-20-26-branches-to-remain-shut-in-several-cities-find-out-if-your-city-on-list-1776675179677">Bank Holidays April 20–26: Branches to remain shut in several cities - Find out if your city on list</a></p>

The viral post noted that staff were not permitted to wear wedding choora, religious or black threads, beads on the wrist, ankles, or forearms. Items such as chains, necklaces, and religious symbols, including mangalsutra, taali, threads, or beads, are also banned around the neck.

Days after Lenskart controversies, Air India has also made similar headlines over its policies, rules and regulations for cabin crew. The row erupted after the internal grooming guidelines of Air India came online and went viral for objecting to sindoor, chooda, mangalsutra and more. Grooming policy of Air India for cabin crew As per the viral cabin crew handbook of the airlines, "Tikkas, sindoor of any colour on the forehead is not permitted." The viral posts also alleged that strict rules govern accessories and jewellery worn with the uniform. Only simple white or yellow gold bangles without design or stones are allowed, while bracelets, mixed-metal bangles, or embellished pieces are prohibited. The post further noted that staff were not permitted to wear wedding choora, religious or black threads, beads on the wrist, ankles, or forearms. Items such as chains, necklaces, and religious symbols, including mangalsutra, taali, threads, or beads, are also banned around the neck. In addition, nose pins, toe rings, anklets, sindoor, braces, birthstones, coloured stones, mehndi, and liquid vermillion are reportedly not allowed.

<p>The viral post noted that staff were not permitted to wear wedding choora, religious or black threads, beads on the wrist, ankles, or forearms. Items such as chains, necklaces, and religious symbols, including mangalsutra, taali, threads, or beads, are also banned around the neck.</p>

After Lenskart rows, Air India comes under fire as grooming rules go viral on social media; airline reacts

<p>Western luxury brands and high-street retailers are frequently criticised for adopting traditional Indian designs such as Kolhapuri chappals and kurti-style tops without proper credit or compensation, often rebranding them as modern or exotic and marking up prices significantly. The latest brand to be under fire is Ralph Lauren for their skirt with a Bandhani print, which has now gone viral and is being slammed on social media for this.</p><h2>What's the price of Ralph Lauren's Bandhani skirt?</h2><p>The official website of Ralph Lauren is selling a wrap skirt of bandhani print. The description of the skirt on the website states, "This beautifully draped cotton skirt is printed with a vibrant design inspired by traditional Bandhini tie-dyed techniques and motifs. It's true silhouette features a tied waist and a cascading angled hem for effortless movement with every step."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/luxury-secrecy-and-the-untold-stories-wedding-filmmaker-explains-what-really-goes-on-behind-celebrity-weddings-1776606447874"><strong>Luxury, secrecy, and the untold stories: Wedding filmmaker explains what really goes on behind celebrity weddings</strong></a></p><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260420/image-1776681923339.JPG"></figure><p>As per the website, the printed cotton wrap skirt is being priced at Rs 44,800.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260420/image-1776681934636.png"></figure><p>In addition, the Ralph Lauren site has also added footwear, the Polo Play Leather Thong Sandal, which is easily available in Indian markets, and it is priced at Rs 33,400.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/javed-akhtar-attends-grand-evening-of-57th-shankar-shad-mushaira-hails-young-poets-1775730077746"><strong>Javed Akhtar attends 57th Shankar Shad Mushaira, hails young poets</strong></a></p><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260420/image-1776682379993.JPG"></figure><h2>Netizens reacting to Ralph Lauren's Bandhani skirt</h2><p>The Bandhani printed skirt on Ralph Lauren's website has become the topic of discussion on social media. One X user had shared a video claiming that the skirt is not even made of real Bandhani tie-dyed fabric and is just printed. In addition, she also said that the brand should have mentioned 'Indian' somewhere in the description to give credit for the inspiration.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/indian-bodybuilding-s-hidden-underbelly-mental-health-crisis-steroid-abuse-and-young-athlete-deaths-1775460058353"><strong>Behind the muscles: The reality of Indian bodybuilding’s hidden underbelly</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The caption of the clip read, ‘This is sacrilege!' Why, Ralph Lauren, why?’ Ralph Lauren, you have no shame! You all just rip off Indian fashion designs and rename them with cheap fake material with an outrageous price of $375! Soon, the comment section was filled with various opinions, many supporting her, while several slammed her too.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/are-you-using-sunscreen-right-experts-weigh-in-on-common-concerns-1775311094058"><strong>Are you using sunscreen right? Experts weigh in on common concerns</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This is sacrilege! Why Ralph Lauren, why?!<br><br>Ralph Lauren, you have no shame! all of the western fashion houses have no shame! You all just rip off Indian fashion designs and rename it with cheap fake material with outrageous prices of $375! <a href="https://t.co/Q88iIyCHfw">pic.twitter.com/Q88iIyCHfw</a></p>&mdash; JIX5A (@JIX5A) <a href="https://twitter.com/JIX5A/status/2045653267862978737?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>One user wrote, "Ralph Lauren, really? You try to defame Indian culture and fashion? I was a fan of the brand, now no more you disgusting brand!" Another user wrote, "Ralph Lauren still in colonial era??? Still have that stealing, looting and condescending mindset..." wrote the third user. Another X user wrote, "She has zero knowlegde how luxury brand works. They didn't do anything. As an Indian just as get inspired and copy millions of western designs, they use different patterns. FYI they didn't rip off any Indian artist, it existed since centuries."&nbsp;</p>

American fashion label Ralph Lauren is facing backlash after their Bandhani-inspired printed skirt. It is known for luxury, preppy styles, particularly the Polo Ralph Lauren brand.

Western luxury brands and high-street retailers are frequently criticised for adopting traditional Indian designs such as Kolhapuri chappals and kurti-style tops without proper credit or compensation, often rebranding them as modern or exotic and marking up prices significantly. The latest brand to be under fire is Ralph Lauren for their skirt with a Bandhani print, which has now gone viral and is being slammed on social media for this. What's the price of Ralph Lauren's Bandhani skirt? The official website of Ralph Lauren is selling a wrap skirt of bandhani print. The description of the skirt on the website states, "This beautifully draped cotton skirt is printed with a vibrant design inspired by traditional Bandhini tie-dyed techniques and motifs. It's true silhouette features a tied waist and a cascading angled hem for effortless movement with every step." Also Read: Luxury, secrecy, and the untold stories: Wedding filmmaker explains what really goes on behind celebrity weddings As per the website, the printed cotton wrap skirt is being priced at Rs 44,800. In addition, the Ralph Lauren site has also added footwear, the Polo Play Leather Thong Sandal, which is easily available in Indian markets, and it is priced at Rs 33,400. Also Read: Javed Akhtar attends 57th Shankar Shad Mushaira, hails young poets Netizens reacting to Ralph Lauren's Bandhani skirt The Bandhani printed skirt on Ralph Lauren's website has become the topic of discussion on social media. One X user had shared a video claiming that the skirt is not even made of real Bandhani tie-dyed fabric and is just printed. In addition, she also said that the brand should have mentioned 'Indian' somewhere in the description to give credit for the inspiration. Also Read: Behind the muscles: The reality of Indian bodybuilding’s hidden underbelly The caption of the clip read, ‘This is sacrilege!' Why, Ralph Lauren, why?’ Ralph Lauren, you have no shame! You all just rip off Indian fashion designs and rename them with cheap fake material with an outrageous price of $375! Soon, the comment section was filled with various opinions, many supporting her, while several slammed her too. Also Read: Are you using sunscreen right? Experts weigh in on common concerns

<p>American fashion label Ralph Lauren is facing backlash after their Bandhani-inspired printed skirt. It is known for luxury, preppy styles, particularly the Polo Ralph Lauren brand.</p>

Inspired or Cultural Appropriation? Ralph Lauren faces backlash for Rs 44,800 Bandhani-print skirt

<p>All banks will be closed in multiple states between April 20 and April 26 owing to elections, regional festivities and weekend holidays. Though banking activities on mobile and the internet will continue to work, several bank branches will remain closed on holidays. Let's have a glance at the holiday of RBI to discover when the bank will remain closed this week.</p><h3>List of holidays:</h3><p><strong>Bank holiday on April 20</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Banks in several states, including Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Maharashtra, will remain closed on Monday, April 20, 2026, due to Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya, according to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) calendar.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Holiday on April 21</strong></p><ul><li>On Tuesday, April 21, banks in Tripura will be shut on account of Garia Puja.</li></ul><p><strong>Holiday on April 23</strong></p><ul><li>Banking services will also be suspended on April 23 in select districts of West Bengal and Tamil Nadu due to state assembly elections.</li></ul><p><strong>Bank holiday April 25, 26</strong></p><ul><li>Additionally, April 25 and 26 will be nationwide holidays, with the former being the second Saturday and the latter a Sunday.</li></ul><p>As per RBI guidelines, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including commercial banks, cooperative banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Small Finance Banks, and Local Area Banks, remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.</p><p><br>Meanwhile, the banks will not remain closed for all the days continuously in all states or regions. This refers to the total number of days banks will remain closed in different parts of the country due to state-specific holidays. For example, banks may be shut in Kochi for Thiruvalluvar Day, while they remain open in other states where the occasion is not observed. Since regional festivals vary across states, bank holidays differ accordingly.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> ‘<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-meow-meow-pilots-bizarre-atc-exchange-goes-viral-on-social-media-faa-launches-investigation-1776498643547">Meow, meow’: Pilots’ bizarre ATC exchange goes viral on social media; FAA launches investigation</a></p>

As per RBI guidelines, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including commercial banks, cooperative banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Small Finance Banks, and Local Area Banks, remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.

All banks will be closed in multiple states between April 20 and April 26 owing to elections, regional festivities and weekend holidays. Though banking activities on mobile and the internet will continue to work, several bank branches will remain closed on holidays. Let's have a glance at the holiday of RBI to discover when the bank will remain closed this week. List of holidays: Bank holiday on April 20 Banks in several states, including Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Maharashtra, will remain closed on Monday, April 20, 2026, due to Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya, according to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) calendar. Holiday on April 21 On Tuesday, April 21, banks in Tripura will be shut on account of Garia Puja. Holiday on April 23 Banking services will also be suspended on April 23 in select districts of West Bengal and Tamil Nadu due to state assembly elections. Bank holiday April 25, 26 Additionally, April 25 and 26 will be nationwide holidays, with the former being the second Saturday and the latter a Sunday. As per RBI guidelines, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including commercial banks, cooperative banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Small Finance Banks, and Local Area Banks, remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. Meanwhile, the banks will not remain closed for all the days continuously in all states or regions. This refers to the total number of days banks will remain closed in different parts of the country due to state-specific holidays. For example, banks may be shut in Kochi for Thiruvalluvar Day, while they remain open in other states where the occasion is not observed. Since regional festivals vary across states, bank holidays differ accordingly. Also read: ‘Meow, meow’: Pilots’ bizarre ATC exchange goes viral on social media; FAA launches investigation

<p>As per RBI guidelines, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including commercial banks, cooperative banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Small Finance Banks, and Local Area Banks, remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.</p>

Bank Holidays April 20–26: Branches to remain shut in several cities - Find out if your city on list

<p>An Irish priest's sermon on the ongoing Iran war and Donald Trump has gone viral after he called on God for "peace" during these testing times. While the priest cannot be seen in the viral video, he can be heard discussing the West Asia crisis and the impact of the war in Iran on the world. "The war is taking place, which is absolutely outrageous." He then goes on to say, "We pray for peace, the world prays for Donald Trump, may the lord take him," eliciting laughter from those in attendance. The priest quickly adds an addendum and says, "That he will take away his pain." The mass and the priest's words have left everyone in stitches, since Trump's actions in Iran are being widely criticised across the world and by most world leaders. Trump has made shocking threats to Iran, calling them "Crazy bas****s" and warning "an entire civilisation will die tonight." American lawmakers and other experts have been raising concerns over his mental health, with calls to impeach him gaining momentum.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-us-destroyer-struck-and-seized-iranian-cargo-ship-trying-to-evade-blockade-1776628927972"><strong>Trump says US destroyer struck and seized Iranian cargo ship trying to evade blockade</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Reactions to Irish priest's sermon on Iran war and Donald Trump</strong></h2><p>The priest's words triggered a flurry of reactions online, most of them calling others to "lighten up and see it as a joke". A user wrote, "As MAGA would say, it was a joke, lighten up!" with another adding, "Hundreds of millions of people worldwide are praying for the exact same thing." Most comments to the video had a humorous tinge, with most of them suggesting that the world is suffering because of the American president. "Don’t threaten me with a celebration father," a user commented, while another said, "He saying what 99.9% of the world wants good man." One comment read, "God just gave that priest a raise." Another person wrote, “On behalf of sane Americans AMEN!”</p><h2><strong>Watch video of the Irish priest's sermon</strong></h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">An Irish priest concluded his prayer for peace by asking the Lord to “take” Donald Trump , amid laughter and shock from those attending a mass in the town of “Ballycroy” <a href="https://t.co/W6biQl2Mx9">pic.twitter.com/W6biQl2Mx9</a></p>&mdash; The Resonance (@Partisan_12) <a href="https://twitter.com/Partisan_12/status/2045391304889344311?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2><strong>Questions being raised on Trump's mental health</strong></h2><p>Donald Trump recently posted a picture showing himself as Jesus Christ. It triggered backlash not only from his opponents but also from his MAGA supporters. He deleted the AI photo following the uproar. It renewed chatter that Trump was not mentally well and should step down as President. His constant messaging, which keeps changing, has also triggered shock and panic in the world. French President Emmanuel Macron urged Trump “not to talk every day”. During a visit to South Korea, he said, "When you want to be serious, you don't say the opposite every day of what you said the day before. And perhaps you shouldn't talk every day,” taking a jibe at Trump’s constantly flipping narrative on the Iran War. Democratic lawmakers have also come together to push the Republicans to get Trump to step down as the president of the United States. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said, "To every individual in the President’s chain of command: You have a duty to refuse illegal orders. That includes carrying out this threat." Minnesota Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar described Trump’s “entire civilisation will die” threat as "sickeningly evil".&nbsp;</p>

An Irish priest's sermon, in which he talked about Donald Trump, has gone viral. The priest called the Iran war started by the US and Israel, outrageous, and prayed for peace in the world and the American president. 

An Irish priest's sermon on the ongoing Iran war and Donald Trump has gone viral after he called on God for "peace" during these testing times. While the priest cannot be seen in the viral video, he can be heard discussing the West Asia crisis and the impact of the war in Iran on the world. "The war is taking place, which is absolutely outrageous." He then goes on to say, "We pray for peace, the world prays for Donald Trump, may the lord take him," eliciting laughter from those in attendance. The priest quickly adds an addendum and says, "That he will take away his pain." The mass and the priest's words have left everyone in stitches, since Trump's actions in Iran are being widely criticised across the world and by most world leaders. Trump has made shocking threats to Iran, calling them "Crazy bas****s" and warning "an entire civilisation will die tonight." American lawmakers and other experts have been raising concerns over his mental health, with calls to impeach him gaining momentum. Also Read: Trump says US destroyer struck and seized Iranian cargo ship trying to evade blockade Reactions to Irish priest's sermon on Iran war and Donald Trump The priest's words triggered a flurry of reactions online, most of them calling others to "lighten up and see it as a joke". A user wrote, "As MAGA would say, it was a joke, lighten up!" with another adding, "Hundreds of millions of people worldwide are praying for the exact same thing." Most comments to the video had a humorous tinge, with most of them suggesting that the world is suffering because of the American president. "Don’t threaten me with a celebration father," a user commented, while another said, "He saying what 99.9% of the world wants good man." One comment read, "God just gave that priest a raise." Another person wrote, “On behalf of sane Americans AMEN!” Watch video of the Irish priest's sermon

<p>An Irish priest's sermon, in which he talked about Donald Trump, has gone viral. The priest called the Iran war started by the US and Israel, outrageous, and prayed for peace in the world and the American president.&nbsp;</p>

Irish priest's sermon asking the Lord to 'take' Trump away goes viral - Watch video

<p>A brief on-stage interaction between US President Donald Trump and Erika Kirk has triggered backlash online after a video from a rally in Phoenix went viral. The moment occurred during the “Build the Red Wall” event hosted by Turning Point USA at Dream City Church. After Kirk introduced Trump with praise, he leaned in and kissed her on the cheek, drawing applause from attendees but sparking controversy online.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As clips spread across X, reactions ranged from dismissive to critical. One user wrote, “Every single one of his interactions with women makes my skin crawl.” Another comment read, “Who is going to tell him that she isn’t 12 anymore?” A separate post referenced a previous viral moment involving JD Vance and Kirk, stating: “Well she was welcoming JD’s advances… maybe the actual Pres. could do better?”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-there-will-be-consequences-india-warns-iran-after-attack-on-2-tankers-in-hormuz-1776597009259">‘There will be consequences,’ India warns Iran after attack on 2 tankers in Hormuz</a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Who else gets disgusted watching pedo Trump kiss Erika Kirk at the Turning Point USA event today? <br><br>📸 REUTERS/Evan Vucci <a href="https://t.co/bjold7imLv">pic.twitter.com/bjold7imLv</a></p>&mdash; ᗰᗩƳᖇᗩ (@LePapillonBlu2) <a href="https://twitter.com/LePapillonBlu2/status/2045355712528691292?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>At the same time, some users described the incident as “hardly a kiss”, while others accused critics of exaggerating or “making up perverted things out of nothing”, as cited by International Business Times.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Neither Trump nor Kirk has publicly addressed the backlash surrounding the incident. There has been no statement from Trump’s campaign or Turning Point USA clarifying the nature of the interaction.</p><h2><strong>Comparison with JD Vance</strong></h2><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-50-infant-and-six-adult-bodies-found-dumped-at-trinidad-cemetery-police-call-it-deeply-troubling-1776590236472">At least 50 infant and six adult bodies found dumped at Trinidad cemetery</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The backlash has also drawn comparisons to a viral interaction between Kirk and JD Vance, when the two shared a hug at a public event that sparked rumours. The visuals prompted mixed reactions at the time. One individual wrote, “How would you describe these moments between Erika Kirk and JD Vance last night?” Another asked, “Is Erika Kirk and JD Vance’s greeting appropriate?”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During an interview following that incident, Kirk responded to the criticism, saying, “Please. So for those of you who know me, I never. Whoever is like hating on a hug who needs a hug themselves, I will give you a free hug anytime you want to hug. My love language is touch, if you will.”<br>&nbsp;</p>

A viral video of Donald Trump kissing TPUSA CEO Erika Kirk at a Phoenix rally sparked online controversy, drawing sharp comparisons to a previous widely discussed interaction between Kirk and JD Vance.

A brief on-stage interaction between US President Donald Trump and Erika Kirk has triggered backlash online after a video from a rally in Phoenix went viral. The moment occurred during the “Build the Red Wall” event hosted by Turning Point USA at Dream City Church. After Kirk introduced Trump with praise, he leaned in and kissed her on the cheek, drawing applause from attendees but sparking controversy online. As clips spread across X, reactions ranged from dismissive to critical. One user wrote, “Every single one of his interactions with women makes my skin crawl.” Another comment read, “Who is going to tell him that she isn’t 12 anymore?” A separate post referenced a previous viral moment involving JD Vance and Kirk, stating: “Well she was welcoming JD’s advances… maybe the actual Pres. could do better?” Also read: ‘There will be consequences,’ India warns Iran after attack on 2 tankers in Hormuz

<p>A viral video of Donald Trump kissing TPUSA CEO Erika Kirk at a Phoenix rally sparked online controversy, drawing sharp comparisons to a previous widely discussed interaction between Kirk and JD Vance.</p>

‘She isn’t 12 anymore’: Trump-Erika Kirk’s ‘hardly a kiss’ moment on stage sparks backlash

<p>A life jacket worn by a passenger aboard the RMS Titanic during its sinking has been sold at auction on Saturday for 670,000 pounds (around Rs 8.39 crore). The item belonged to Laura Mabel Francatelli, a first-class passenger who escaped in a lifeboat, and bears signatures from her and fellow survivors.</p><p><br>The piece was the highlight of a Titanic memorabilia auction conducted by Henry Aldridge &amp; Son in Devizes, England, fetching a price far above its estimated range of 250,000–350,000 pounds. An anonymous bidder purchased it over the phone.</p>

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<p>In the same sale, a lifeboat seat cushion from the Titanic was sold for £390,000 to owners of Titanic museums in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and Branson, Missouri. The final prices included the auction house’s buyer’s premium.</p><p><br>"These record-breaking prices illustrate the continuing interest in the Titanic story, and the respect for the passengers and crew whose stories are immortalised by these items of memorabilia," auctioneer Andrew Aldridge said.</p><h3>Deaths of around 1,500 of the 2,200 people</h3><p>Touted as the world’s most luxurious ocean liner and widely believed to be “practically unsinkable,” the RMS Titanic struck an iceberg near Newfoundland during its maiden voyage from England to New York. The ship sank within hours on April 15, 1912, resulting in the deaths of around 1,500 of the 2,200 people on board. The disaster continues to captivate global attention, partly due to the diverse mix of passengers, ranging from the poor to the wealthy elite.</p><p><br>Laura Mabel Francatelli was travelling with her employer, fashion designer Lucy Duff Gordon, and her husband Cosmo Duff Gordon. All three survived aboard lifeboat No. 1, which carried only 12 people despite having space for 40. The lifeboat later drew widespread criticism for not returning to rescue others from the freezing waters.</p><p><br>The highest price ever paid for Titanic memorabilia remains 1.56 million pounds, recorded in 2024 for a gold pocket watch gifted to the captain of the RMS Carpathia, the vessel that saved around 700 survivors of the tragedy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/the-coldplay-scandal-update-kristin-cabot-confirms-chris-martin-never-reached-out-1776435735353">The Coldplay scandal update: Kristin Cabot confirms Chris Martin never reached out</a></p>

In the same sale, a lifeboat seat cushion from the Titanic was sold for £390,000 to owners of Titanic museums in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and Branson, Missouri. The final prices included the auction house’s buyer’s premium.

A life jacket worn by a passenger aboard the RMS Titanic during its sinking has been sold at auction on Saturday for 670,000 pounds (around Rs 8.39 crore). The item belonged to Laura Mabel Francatelli, a first-class passenger who escaped in a lifeboat, and bears signatures from her and fellow survivors. The piece was the highlight of a Titanic memorabilia auction conducted by Henry Aldridge & Son in Devizes, England, fetching a price far above its estimated range of 250,000–350,000 pounds. An anonymous bidder purchased it over the phone.

<p>In the same sale, a lifeboat seat cushion from the Titanic was sold for £390,000 to owners of Titanic museums in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and Branson, Missouri. The final prices included the auction house’s buyer’s premium.</p>

Titanic survivor’s life jacket breaks auction records, sold at THIS price

<p>A communication between two pilots over an air traffic control frequency has gone viral on social media for its usual nature when they were heard making animal sounds. What seemed like a harmless joke at first is now being investigated by the Federal Aviation Administration. Reportedly, the exchange happened at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on April 12.</p><p>In the audio, which is being widely circulated on social media, one of the pilots was heard saying “meow meow”. In response, another pilot barked back like a dog. The two were scolded by someone on the same frequency, who said, “You guys need to be professional pilots”. Another person chided in, “This is why you still fly an RJ,” referring to a regional jet, on which many aviators start their careers.</p><p>It was not known which flights the pilots were operating on or which airline they worked for.</p>

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<p>In a statement, the FAA said that it prohibits pilots from engaging in “non-essential conversations” when they are flying below an altitude of 10,000 feet.</p><p>“Conversations must be related to the safe operation of the aircraft. The FAA investigates all situations where pilots may have violated any regulation,” the agency said in a statement.</p><p>Dennis Tajer, pilot and spokesperson for the Allied Pilots Association, which represents American Airlines pilots, said that heard pilots meowing on the “guard” frequency before, according to ABC News. This channel is not used by pilots frequently as it is reserved for emergencies.</p><p>“It’s not entertainment, it’s a serious frequency, and it has a serious purpose,” Tajer said. “Anything that contaminates that with idle humour or any kind of schtick is not received well, and it should stop.”</p><p>In a message for the meowing pilots, Tajer said, “For the few individuals out there that do it: stop, join us, stay safe, and we’ll keep that frequency sacred and protected.”</p><p>The FAA said that the viral audio came from a third-party source, but added that the agency will investigate the incident once it has been verified.</p>

A lighthearted exchange between pilots making animal sounds on an air traffic control frequency has gone viral. What seemed like a harmless joke is now under scrutiny, as the Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into a possible violation of communication rules.

A communication between two pilots over an air traffic control frequency has gone viral on social media for its usual nature when they were heard making animal sounds. What seemed like a harmless joke at first is now being investigated by the Federal Aviation Administration. Reportedly, the exchange happened at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on April 12. In the audio, which is being widely circulated on social media, one of the pilots was heard saying “meow meow”. In response, another pilot barked back like a dog. The two were scolded by someone on the same frequency, who said, “You guys need to be professional pilots”. Another person chided in, “This is why you still fly an RJ,” referring to a regional jet, on which many aviators start their careers. It was not known which flights the pilots were operating on or which airline they worked for.

<p>A lighthearted exchange between pilots making animal sounds on an air traffic control frequency has gone viral. What seemed like a harmless joke is now under scrutiny, as the Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into a possible violation of communication rules.</p>

‘Meow, meow’: Pilots’ bizarre ATC exchange goes viral on social media; FAA launches investigation

<p>In a major shift for government transparency, US President Donald Trump has promised that a ‘Great Disclosure’ is imminent. Speaking at a Turning Point USA event in Phoenix, Arizona, on Friday (Apr 17), the President made a shocking announcement, saying that the Pentagon will begin releasing highly classified files on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) and UFOs “very, very soon,” a disclosure he said he had been saving specifically for this audience. Trump revealed that he had instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to begin the declassification process. "I thought I'd save it for this crowd, because you're a little bit out there," he joked.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-fake-jesus-iran-turns-trump-s-deleted-ai-image-into-a-viral-lego-diss-track-amid-pope-row-in-pics-1776326285612"><strong>'Fake Jesus!': Iran turns Trump's deleted AI-image into a viral LEGO diss track amid Pope row | In pics</strong></a></p><h2><strong>UFO files incoming</strong></h2><p>Speaking to a crowd of young conservative voters, Trump revealed that the US government was in possession of "many very interesting documents". The US president promised that the "first releases will begin very, very soon."</p><p>The announcement wasn't entirely out of nowhere. Trump had posted on Truth Social in February, directing Hegseth and other relevant agencies to begin identifying and releasing government files related to "alien and extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena, and unidentified flying objects." Hegseth subsequently told reporters his department was "digging in" to the files and would comply with the president's instructions.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ukraine-s-robot-army-how-kyiv-used-ground-based-robots-to-carry-out-over-100-combat-operations-against-russia-all-you-need-to-know-in-pics-1776323150157"><strong>Ukraine's robot army: How Kyiv used ground-based robots to execute 100+ combat operations against Russia | In Pics</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Congressional pressure behind the release?</strong></h2><p>Over the past few months, congressional pressure has been building on the same front. The House Oversight Committee's UAP Task Force sent a letter to Hegseth in March requesting more than 45 video files dating back to 2019, with a deadline of April 14. The request followed September hearings where whistleblowers testified that the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office, a Pentagon division, possessed video records of UAP encounters. The footage reportedly includes sightings of cigar-shaped and spherical objects, UAP formations near Iran and Syria, incidents near US military bases and airports, and a 2023 shootdown over Lake Huron. One file allegedly shows UFOs in formation over the Persian Gulf.</p><p>"The lack of disclosure regarding the very real threat posed by UAPs in and around US restricted airspace is concerning," the congressional letter stated, adding that their presence near sensitive military installations posed security and readiness risks.</p><h2><strong>Obama confirms aliens exist</strong></h2><p>Around the same time, former US president Barack Obama also sparked speculation when, during a podcast, he confirmed that UAP files exist, but stopped short of confirming alien life. "They're real, but I haven't seen them," he said, adding that there was no underground facility holding aliens, "unless there's this enormous conspiracy and they hid it from the president."</p>

Did Donald Trump just promise to reveal UFO secrets? At a Phoenix event, he said classified files on unidentified aerial phenomena will be declassified soon.

What’s really in these documents and why now? Scroll down to read more.

In a major shift for government transparency, US President Donald Trump has promised that a ‘Great Disclosure’ is imminent. Speaking at a Turning Point USA event in Phoenix, Arizona, on Friday (Apr 17), the President made a shocking announcement, saying that the Pentagon will begin releasing highly classified files on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) and UFOs “very, very soon,” a disclosure he said he had been saving specifically for this audience. Trump revealed that he had instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to begin the declassification process. "I thought I'd save it for this crowd, because you're a little bit out there," he joked. Also read | 'Fake Jesus!': Iran turns Trump's deleted AI-image into a viral LEGO diss track amid Pope row | In pics UFO files incoming Speaking to a crowd of young conservative voters, Trump revealed that the US government was in possession of "many very interesting documents". The US president promised that the "first releases will begin very, very soon." The announcement wasn't entirely out of nowhere. Trump had posted on Truth Social in February, directing Hegseth and other relevant agencies to begin identifying and releasing government files related to "alien and extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena, and unidentified flying objects." Hegseth subsequently told reporters his department was "digging in" to the files and would comply with the president's instructions. Also read | Ukraine's robot army: How Kyiv used ground-based robots to execute 100+ combat operations against Russia | In Pics Congressional pressure behind the release? Over the past few months, congressional pressure has been building on the same front. The House Oversight Committee's UAP Task Force sent a letter to Hegseth in March requesting more than 45 video files dating back to 2019, with a deadline of April 14. The request followed September hearings where whistleblowers testified that the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office, a Pentagon division, possessed video records of UAP encounters. The footage reportedly includes sightings of cigar-shaped and spherical objects, UAP formations near Iran and Syria, incidents near US military bases and airports, and a 2023 shootdown over Lake Huron. One file allegedly shows UFOs in formation over the Persian Gulf. "The lack of disclosure regarding the very real threat posed by UAPs in and around US restricted airspace is concerning," the congressional letter stated, adding that their presence near sensitive military installations posed security and readiness risks. Obama confirms aliens exist Around the same time, former US president Barack Obama also sparked speculation when, during a podcast, he confirmed that UAP files exist, but stopped short of confirming alien life. "They're real, but I haven't seen them," he said, adding that there was no underground facility holding aliens, "unless there's this enormous conspiracy and they hid it from the president."

<p>Did Donald Trump just promise to reveal UFO secrets? At a Phoenix event, he said classified files on unidentified aerial phenomena will be declassified soon.</p><p>What’s really in these documents and why now? Scroll down to read more.</p>

Trump announces Pentagon UFO files release: 'We found many very interesting documents'

<p>Months after the kiss cam moment at the Coldplay concert completely turned her life upside down, Kristin Cabot has spoken up about how Chris Martin never reached out to her following the episode. The moment featuring Cabot and her then-boss, Andy Byron, went viral on the internet and led to widespread controversy. The moment eventually faded from the internet’s daily cycle, but its impact continues to affect those directly involved.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Chris Martin ‘Never Reached Out’ To Kristin Cabot</h2><p>Cabot recently appeared at the PRWeek Crisis Communications Conference in Washington, D.C., where she spoke about the viral moment and its aftermath.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Interacting with TMZ on the sidelines of the event, Cabot was asked if Chris Martin had contacted her after the incident.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Nope, No, Never did," she said and added that it would have been “great" if he had reached out.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Many would recall, Chris Martin’s on-stage comment during the concert had played a role in amplifying the moment’s virality.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Part of Coldplay’s concert, the kiss cam segment captured Cabot and Byron on the big screen. The two were locked in a back hug and ducked immediately on realising they were on the screen. Martin joked, “Either they’re having an affair, or they’re just very shy."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When asked whether she would attend another Coldplay concert in the future, Cabot gave a clear response. “No, I’m all set."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Rebuilding public image</h2><p>Since the controversy, Cabot has been focusing on rebuilding her public image. According to reports, she has been actively participating in discussions around reputational recovery and crisis communication.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She has also been involved in sessions that focus on reclaiming one’s narrative after facing large-scale online backlash.&nbsp;</p><h2>About the Viral Coldplay ‘Kiss Cam’ Controversy</h2><p>The controversy took place in July 2025 during a Coldplay concert, when a “kiss cam" moment featuring Kristin Cabot and her then-boss Andy Byron was displayed on the big screen.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The two appeared visibly uncomfortable and tried to duck and avoid the camera. Their reaction immediately drew attention from the audience and later from viewers online as the moment went viral on the internet.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Owing to Cabot and Byron’s reaction, many users speculated about a possible extramarital relationship between the two. The speculation intensified thanks to Chris Martin’s comment during the concert, which added further visibility to the clip.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As the video spread, it sparked widespread online discussion, with users debating workplace ethics, personal boundaries, and the consequences of public exposure in such situations.</p><h2>The aftermath</h2><p>As the internet widely discussed the controversy, both Kristin Cabot and Andy Byron were subjected to significant public scrutiny.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Eventually, both stepped down from their roles at Astronomer(the company they were a part of) following the incident.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Months after being captured on Kiss Cam with her ex-boss Andy Byron during the Coldplay concert, Kristen Cabot has opened up about how her life has completely changed due to the scandal. She has also stated that Chris Martin did not reach out to her post the scandal. 

Months after the kiss cam moment at the Coldplay concert completely turned her life upside down, Kristin Cabot has spoken up about how Chris Martin never reached out to her following the episode. The moment featuring Cabot and her then-boss, Andy Byron, went viral on the internet and led to widespread controversy. The moment eventually faded from the internet’s daily cycle, but its impact continues to affect those directly involved. Chris Martin ‘Never Reached Out’ To Kristin Cabot Cabot recently appeared at the PRWeek Crisis Communications Conference in Washington, D.C., where she spoke about the viral moment and its aftermath. Interacting with TMZ on the sidelines of the event, Cabot was asked if Chris Martin had contacted her after the incident. “Nope, No, Never did," she said and added that it would have been “great" if he had reached out. Many would recall, Chris Martin’s on-stage comment during the concert had played a role in amplifying the moment’s virality. Part of Coldplay’s concert, the kiss cam segment captured Cabot and Byron on the big screen. The two were locked in a back hug and ducked immediately on realising they were on the screen. Martin joked, “Either they’re having an affair, or they’re just very shy." When asked whether she would attend another Coldplay concert in the future, Cabot gave a clear response. “No, I’m all set." Rebuilding public image Since the controversy, Cabot has been focusing on rebuilding her public image. According to reports, she has been actively participating in discussions around reputational recovery and crisis communication. She has also been involved in sessions that focus on reclaiming one’s narrative after facing large-scale online backlash. About the Viral Coldplay ‘Kiss Cam’ Controversy The controversy took place in July 2025 during a Coldplay concert, when a “kiss cam" moment featuring Kristin Cabot and her then-boss Andy Byron was displayed on the big screen. The two appeared visibly uncomfortable and tried to duck and avoid the camera. Their reaction immediately drew attention from the audience and later from viewers online as the moment went viral on the internet. Owing to Cabot and Byron’s reaction, many users speculated about a possible extramarital relationship between the two. The speculation intensified thanks to Chris Martin’s comment during the concert, which added further visibility to the clip. As the video spread, it sparked widespread online discussion, with users debating workplace ethics, personal boundaries, and the consequences of public exposure in such situations. The aftermath As the internet widely discussed the controversy, both Kristin Cabot and Andy Byron were subjected to significant public scrutiny. Eventually, both stepped down from their roles at Astronomer(the company they were a part of) following the incident.

<p>Months after being captured on Kiss Cam with her ex-boss Andy Byron during the Coldplay concert, Kristen Cabot has opened up about how her life has completely changed due to the scandal. She has also stated that Chris Martin did not reach out to her post the scandal.&nbsp;</p>

The Coldplay scandal update: Kristin Cabot confirms Chris Martin never reached out

<p>Archaeologists have unearthed evidence revealing that Mohenjo-Daro, the ancient city in current Pakistan, is much older than previously estimated. They have dated a major city wall to around 2700 to 2600 BCE, pushing back its rise by hundreds of years. This finding changes the narrative about one of the largest cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation. The settlement was home to at least 40,000 people and remained prosperous for centuries before being abandoned in 1700 BCE. Signs that Mohenjo-Daro started building much earlier have been found in a buried mudbrick at the base of the western wall, Earth.com reported. The Sindh Directorate General of Antiquities &amp; Archaeology (DGAA) stated that this was evidence that a wall was present in this place years before the city was believed to have put its first building blocks. The discovery of older pottery under the wall hints at a settlement before the first recorded fortification.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mohenjo-Daro was a well-planned city with more than 700 wells and a drainage system that moved the waste out. The UNESCO World Heritage site is spread across 593 acres in Sindh, where brick homes once stood in a highly organised fashion, unusual for that time and age. Baked brick, tight joints, and sloped floors were constructed to allow dirty water to flow and not soak the walls. Its peak urban period did not happen by chance, but was the result of planning and skill. Researchers said that the western part of the city continued to change as the city grew. Structures were rebuilt over the years as development took place, with larger public works being established. “The walls were expanded and maintained until around 2200 BCE and possibly even longer,” the DGAA said in the statement.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/indian-scientists-reveal-indus-valley-civilisation-died-a-slow-death-100-year-disaster-and-many-more-1764330182953"><strong>Indus Valley Civilisation died a slow death - Scientists reveal what really led to its fall</strong></a></p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/shiva-temple-tamil-nadu-village-chola-period-banyan-tree-1769773570741"><strong>900-year-old Shiva temple cloaked by a banyan tree discovered in Tamil Nadu</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Why Mohenjo-Daro remains largely unearthed</strong></h2><p>The latest finding of a much older wall proves that growth happened in steps, as till now, Mohenjo-Daro's urban rise was placed at around 2500 BCE. The older stage of the ancient city is known as the Kot Diji phase, a time before urbanism spread. To find something so old, yet new, is not astonishing, as only one-third of the city has been excavated since the first digs took place in 1922. Salt damage and a high groundwater level still hide a major portion of its history. DGAA said that work will continue to discover more of the history of the area. “Future investigations will trace the plan of the city wall around the Stupa Mound in order to try and locate gateways,” it said in the statement. Mohenjo-Daro was abandoned around 1800 to 1700 BCE, and archaeologists are yet to figure out what went wrong. There have been suggestions of invasions and massacres, yet the relics do not point to such an event. However, climate change has emerged as one of the most plausible reasons after a 2025 study traced four long droughts.&nbsp;</p>

Mohenjo-Daro, a prosperous city of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation, is much older than earlier estimates. A fresh discovery pushes the time of its birth back by several years. Archaeologists found this evidence at the base of the western wall.

Archaeologists have unearthed evidence revealing that Mohenjo-Daro, the ancient city in current Pakistan, is much older than previously estimated. They have dated a major city wall to around 2700 to 2600 BCE, pushing back its rise by hundreds of years. This finding changes the narrative about one of the largest cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation. The settlement was home to at least 40,000 people and remained prosperous for centuries before being abandoned in 1700 BCE. Signs that Mohenjo-Daro started building much earlier have been found in a buried mudbrick at the base of the western wall, Earth.com reported. The Sindh Directorate General of Antiquities & Archaeology (DGAA) stated that this was evidence that a wall was present in this place years before the city was believed to have put its first building blocks. The discovery of older pottery under the wall hints at a settlement before the first recorded fortification. Mohenjo-Daro was a well-planned city with more than 700 wells and a drainage system that moved the waste out. The UNESCO World Heritage site is spread across 593 acres in Sindh, where brick homes once stood in a highly organised fashion, unusual for that time and age. Baked brick, tight joints, and sloped floors were constructed to allow dirty water to flow and not soak the walls. Its peak urban period did not happen by chance, but was the result of planning and skill. Researchers said that the western part of the city continued to change as the city grew. Structures were rebuilt over the years as development took place, with larger public works being established. “The walls were expanded and maintained until around 2200 BCE and possibly even longer,” the DGAA said in the statement. Also Read: Indus Valley Civilisation died a slow death - Scientists reveal what really led to its fall Also Read: 900-year-old Shiva temple cloaked by a banyan tree discovered in Tamil Nadu Why Mohenjo-Daro remains largely unearthed The latest finding of a much older wall proves that growth happened in steps, as till now, Mohenjo-Daro's urban rise was placed at around 2500 BCE. The older stage of the ancient city is known as the Kot Diji phase, a time before urbanism spread. To find something so old, yet new, is not astonishing, as only one-third of the city has been excavated since the first digs took place in 1922. Salt damage and a high groundwater level still hide a major portion of its history. DGAA said that work will continue to discover more of the history of the area. “Future investigations will trace the plan of the city wall around the Stupa Mound in order to try and locate gateways,” it said in the statement. Mohenjo-Daro was abandoned around 1800 to 1700 BCE, and archaeologists are yet to figure out what went wrong. There have been suggestions of invasions and massacres, yet the relics do not point to such an event. However, climate change has emerged as one of the most plausible reasons after a 2025 study traced four long droughts.

<p>Mohenjo-Daro, a prosperous city of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation, is much older than earlier estimates. A fresh discovery pushes the time of its birth back by several years. Archaeologists found this evidence at the base of the western wall.</p>

Mohenjo-Daro, ancient city of Indus Valley Civilisation, is much older than previous estimates

<p>Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing calls to resign over allegedly misleading the British Parliament when he told them "full due process" had been followed in the security vetting of Peter Mandelson, who was removed as US ambassador over revelations of his links to late convicted paedophile and sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Heads rolled on Friday (Apr 17), with the Foreign Office's top civil servant Olly Robbins sacked by Starmer. Robbins is leaving his post after his department did not inform Starmer that Mandelson had failed security vetting for the role of envoy to the US. Starmer and Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper "lost confidence" in Robbins, the BBC said in a report.</p><h2>‘I wasn’t told': Starmer's Epstein - Mandelson scandal moment is getting worse</h2><p>The row erupted after a Guardian investigation reported that Mandelson's high-level security clearance did not happen before he assumed US envoy role. In the past few days, Starmer told MPs several times that the clearance did happen under due process.</p><p>On Friday, Starmer appeared to go on the defensive, saying: "That I wasn’t told that Peter Mandelson had failed security vetting when he was appointed is staggering. That I wasn’t told that he had failed security vetting when I was telling Parliament that due process had been followed is unforgivable. Not only was I not told, no minister was told, and I’m absolutely furious about that."</p><p>Starmer said he would go to Parliament on Monday "to set out all the relevant facts in true transparency, so Parliament has the full picture."</p><p>Starmer had earlier described Mandelson’s actions as a "litany of deceit" and a betrayal of the country, while insisting he had no plans to resign.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/uk-pm-keir-starmer-under-fire-resignation-calls-grow-amid-security-row-1776422657133/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/uk-pm-keir-starmer-under-fire-resignation-calls-grow-amid-security-row-1776422657133/embed</a></p><h2>What is the Peter Mandelson scandal all about?</h2><p>The row combines three issues: Mandelson’s links to Epstein, the security clearance process for his appointment as US envoy, and whether Starmer and his government misled Parliament.</p><p>Security officials denied Mandelson high-level clearance in January 2025, but he was appointed as US envoy anyway. The Foreign Office had, in fact, overruled the lack of vetting using rare powers.</p><p>Mandelson’s links to the sex trafficker became clear after the US Justice Department revealed their correspondence and released photos as part of the Epstein files tranches. Worse still, it emerged that Mandelson possibly shared sensitive government information with Epstein and had financial and personal connections with him. Mandelson was later removed as US ambassador and arrested, though not charged, over alleged misconduct in public office.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/peter-mandelson-to-prince-andrew-donald-turmp-high-profile-names-who-lost-their-positions-over-jeffrey-epstein-files-1770206681627">Peter Mandelson to Prince Andrew: High-profile names who lost their positions over Epstein Files</a></p><h2>Political slugfest and blame game over Peter Mandelson security clearance</h2><p>The opposition Conservatives accused Starmer of misleading MPs and showing poor judgement, demanding that he resign if it is proven that he knowingly misled Parliament.</p><p>Labour government officials and Downing Street, meanwhile, said the responsibility for vetting Mandelson lies with the Foreign Office rather than Starmer personally.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/peter-mandelson-ex-british-envoy-to-us-to-step-down-from-house-of-lords-over-ties-with-jeffrey-epstein-1770132160233">Peter Mandelson, ex-British envoy to US, resigns from House of Lords over ties with Jeffrey Epstein</a></p><h2>It is not over for Mandelson yet</h2><p>Mandelson, who was essentially sacked both from the US envoy role and Labour Party membership, is still being investigated by UK police over alleged misconduct related to sharing information with Epstein. He had resigned from the House of Lords.</p><p>For his part, Mandelson said he regrets his association with Epstein, describing the late financier as a deceptive and manipulative individual, but denied any wrongdoing. Neither Mandelson nor the government has publicly explained why he failed vetting, as those details remain classified.</p><p>The issue touches on national security, government integrity, leadership credibility, and trust in British institutions.</p>

UK PM Keir Starmer is facing calls to quit after claims that he misled Parliament over Peter Mandelson’s security vetting. Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein are continuing to haunt Starmer, who is now saying ‘I was not told’, and has sacked a top civil servant

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing calls to resign over allegedly misleading the British Parliament when he told them "full due process" had been followed in the security vetting of Peter Mandelson, who was removed as US ambassador over revelations of his links to late convicted paedophile and sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Heads rolled on Friday (Apr 17), with the Foreign Office's top civil servant Olly Robbins sacked by Starmer. Robbins is leaving his post after his department did not inform Starmer that Mandelson had failed security vetting for the role of envoy to the US. Starmer and Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper "lost confidence" in Robbins, the BBC said in a report. ‘I wasn’t told': Starmer's Epstein - Mandelson scandal moment is getting worse The row erupted after a Guardian investigation reported that Mandelson's high-level security clearance did not happen before he assumed US envoy role. In the past few days, Starmer told MPs several times that the clearance did happen under due process. On Friday, Starmer appeared to go on the defensive, saying: "That I wasn’t told that Peter Mandelson had failed security vetting when he was appointed is staggering. That I wasn’t told that he had failed security vetting when I was telling Parliament that due process had been followed is unforgivable. Not only was I not told, no minister was told, and I’m absolutely furious about that." Starmer said he would go to Parliament on Monday "to set out all the relevant facts in true transparency, so Parliament has the full picture." Starmer had earlier described Mandelson’s actions as a "litany of deceit" and a betrayal of the country, while insisting he had no plans to resign. https://www.wionews.com/videos/uk-pm-keir-starmer-under-fire-resignation-calls-grow-amid-security-row-1776422657133/embed What is the Peter Mandelson scandal all about? The row combines three issues: Mandelson’s links to Epstein, the security clearance process for his appointment as US envoy, and whether Starmer and his government misled Parliament. Security officials denied Mandelson high-level clearance in January 2025, but he was appointed as US envoy anyway. The Foreign Office had, in fact, overruled the lack of vetting using rare powers. Mandelson’s links to the sex trafficker became clear after the US Justice Department revealed their correspondence and released photos as part of the Epstein files tranches. Worse still, it emerged that Mandelson possibly shared sensitive government information with Epstein and had financial and personal connections with him. Mandelson was later removed as US ambassador and arrested, though not charged, over alleged misconduct in public office. Also read: Peter Mandelson to Prince Andrew: High-profile names who lost their positions over Epstein Files Political slugfest and blame game over Peter Mandelson security clearance The opposition Conservatives accused Starmer of misleading MPs and showing poor judgement, demanding that he resign if it is proven that he knowingly misled Parliament. Labour government officials and Downing Street, meanwhile, said the responsibility for vetting Mandelson lies with the Foreign Office rather than Starmer personally. Also read: Peter Mandelson, ex-British envoy to US, resigns from House of Lords over ties with Jeffrey Epstein It is not over for Mandelson yet Mandelson, who was essentially sacked both from the US envoy role and Labour Party membership, is still being investigated by UK police over alleged misconduct related to sharing information with Epstein. He had resigned from the House of Lords. For his part, Mandelson said he regrets his association with Epstein, describing the late financier as a deceptive and manipulative individual, but denied any wrongdoing. Neither Mandelson nor the government has publicly explained why he failed vetting, as those details remain classified. The issue touches on national security, government integrity, leadership credibility, and trust in British institutions.

<p>UK PM Keir Starmer is facing calls to quit after claims that he misled Parliament over Peter Mandelson’s security vetting. Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein are continuing to haunt Starmer, who is now saying ‘I was not told’, and has sacked a top civil servant</p>

Epstein, Peter Mandelson and botched security clearance: UK PM Starmer sacks top Foreign Office official amid calls to resign

<p>Two AI wheelchairs got in each other's way at the Changi Airport, Singapore, and it turned out to be a hilarious encounter. A passenger recorded the epic moment, showing the wheelchairs stuck to each other, with both unable to move. The tech equipment could not decipher that the object in their way wasn't a human, but one of its own. One of the wheelchairs' audio systems kept repeating, "Excuse me, please step aside", something that keeps humans out of their way while they move around. The viral video shared by Rishi Budhrani shows the lights blinking on the two wheelchairs, as one of them keeps saying, "Please step aside." The person recording the video says, "I think the robots have a problem." He adds, "That's the problem with AI when there is no human intervention." The wheelchairs remain entangled, as the person says, "I can't even help them because they don't want to be helped."</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-sleepless-night-truth-social-timeline-of-posts-ai-jesus-photo-1776414498732"><strong>Viral timeline reveals Trump’s sleepless Truth Social spree on night he posted AI Jesus photo</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Netizens react to AI wheelchair tussle at Changi Airport</strong></h2><p>One of the wheelchairs finally gives way to the other, as the robots fixed the problem on their own. The video was captioned, "Autonomous wheelchair drama at Changi Airport T3. Tense moment, but they settled their issues, and someone had to give way." It added, "Even AI will eventually make way for the next big thing." Changi Airport's Instagram page also reacted to the incident and wrote, "they just needed a little time to sort it out on their own." Other users laughed at the fun moment, saying that the chairs seemed to be in a staring contest. Another user compared the chair blocking to the Strait of Hormuz blockade. "Bro what u are seeing is a blockade of a blockade....." the person wrote. Other hilarious reactions included comparing it to street fights. "Need to add the dialect..Oi! Siam lah! Your father's road ah?" a user wrote. "Thank you for stepping in before it broke out into a full blown conflict," another wrote. “They are not giving way to each other,” a comment read.</p>

AI might be smart, but sometimes certain things expose its flaws. A set of robotic wheelchairs blocked each other's way at the Changi Airport, and none of them was able to move ahead. The standoff was ultimately resolved, but netizens are having a good laugh about it.

Two AI wheelchairs got in each other's way at the Changi Airport, Singapore, and it turned out to be a hilarious encounter. A passenger recorded the epic moment, showing the wheelchairs stuck to each other, with both unable to move. The tech equipment could not decipher that the object in their way wasn't a human, but one of its own. One of the wheelchairs' audio systems kept repeating, "Excuse me, please step aside", something that keeps humans out of their way while they move around. The viral video shared by Rishi Budhrani shows the lights blinking on the two wheelchairs, as one of them keeps saying, "Please step aside." The person recording the video says, "I think the robots have a problem." He adds, "That's the problem with AI when there is no human intervention." The wheelchairs remain entangled, as the person says, "I can't even help them because they don't want to be helped." Also Read: Viral timeline reveals Trump’s sleepless Truth Social spree on night he posted AI Jesus photo

<p>AI might be smart, but sometimes certain things expose its flaws. A set of robotic wheelchairs blocked each other's way at the Changi Airport, and none of them was able to move ahead. The standoff was ultimately resolved, but netizens are having a good laugh about it.</p>

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