Commuters in Washington DC are being urged to plan ahead as a major road closure will impact traffic in the downtown area on Wednesday, September 24. The closure is scheduled to allow for the annual testing of the flood protection levee system along 17th Street in northwest DC. According to officials, 17th Street from Constitution Avenue NW to Independence Avenue SW will remain closed from 5 a.m. until 2 p.m. while the tests are conducted. The levee is managed and o

The Federal Aviation Administration has successfully reached its air traffic controller hiring goals for 2025, according to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. The announcement comes at a time when airports around the country, including Newark Liberty International Airport, have faced multiple operational challenges linked to staffing shortages. Since April, Newark has experienced several ground stops due to a lack of available air traffic controllers, raising questions about

A tragic shooting at a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Dallas on Wednesday left one detainee dead and two others injured before the gunman took his own life. Authorities identified the shooter as Joshua Jahn, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound shortly after the attack. According to the Dallas Police Department, one victim died at the scene, while two others were rushed to hospital with gunshot wounds. Officials confirmed that the injured remain

Ranked among the world’s top public institutions, the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia has gained recognition for shaping students into leaders who can thrive in rapidly evolving global markets. With students from across the world joining its programs, Indian students in particular are increasingly enrolling with a clear aim: to sharpen their leadership and entrepreneurial skills while learning how to apply technical expertise in international business contexts.

India’s only active volcano, Barren Island in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago, erupted once again this month, sending molten lava streams and thick smoke into the sky. The eruption, captured by an Indian Navy warship, showed glowing lava flows cascading down its slopes while plumes of smoke billowed from the summit. Though the eruption created spectacular visuals, scientists emphasize it is a reminder of the powerful geological forces at work beneath

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s claims that India is “funding Russia’s war in Ukraine.” Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Zelenskyy stated that “India is mostly with us” while acknowledging ongoing energy challenges that complicate the picture. His comments came after Trump, during a speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), dir

Google has rolled out its advanced AI-powered editing tools in Google Photos to more Android smartphones across the United States, moving beyond its Pixel 10 exclusivity. This update is powered by Gemini AI and makes photo editing easier and faster by letting users give natural language commands instead of manually adjusting multiple editing tools. With just a tap on the “Help me edit” option inside the Google Photos app, users can now type or spea

For Indian families, gold is more than an ornament it’s a tradition, a financial shield, and a legacy passed down generations. As the festive season arrives, demand for gold surges, especially during Diwali, Dhanteras, and Akshaya Tritiya. But with rising prices, multiple purity levels, and endless options, buying gold the right way can feel overwhelming. To make your festive purchase stress-free and rewarding, here’s a guide on how to choose wise

The clock is ticking for taxpayers who are required to file their income tax audit reports for the financial year 2024–25. The deadline has been set for September 30, 2025, and unlike in some past years, the Income Tax Department has not announced any extension. For companies, proprietorships, and firms whose accounts must be audited, filing the audit report on time is not just a compliance requirement—it is essential to avoid hefty penalties unde

Event Overview Dublin’s first Night Market to be held at St. Pat’s Row. Date: Friday, September 26, 2025. Time: 5–9 p.

Chubby Cattle BBQ has officially brought its unique dining experience to Pleasanton, opening its first Bay Area location at Pacific Pearl Pleasanton on Stoneridge Drive. Known for blending Japanese barbecue traditions with modern, high-tech dining, the restaurant offers an immersive all-you-can-eat format that has quickly gained popularity in other U.S. cities. Guests can expect more than just steakhouse dining—th

The Trump administration has moved to overhaul the H-1B visa program, proposing to eliminate the long-standing lottery system in favor of a wage-based selection model. The Department of Homeland Security announced that the new rules would prioritize higher-paid and higher-skilled workers, significantly altering how foreign talent enters the United States. Under the proposal, applicants would be weighted based on the

India and the United States appear to be finding common ground in long-stalled trade negotiations, with sources calling the latest talks in New York encouraging. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and India’s chief trade negotiator Rajesh Agarwal met with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to restart discussions on a pending agreement. According to officials, both delegations expressed commitment to moving past earlier setbacks and accelerating pr

French President Emmanuel Macron has said that U.S. President Donald Trump’s ambitions to win the Nobel Peace Prize depend entirely on whether he can end the ongoing war in Gaza. Speaking to France’s BFM TV from New York, Macron emphasized that Trump is the only leader with enough influence to pressure Israel to halt the conflict. According to Macron, Washington’s role in supplying weapons and equip

A recent scientific breakthrough has revealed that the human body emits a faint glow, a phenomenon that vanishes once life ends. This glow, described as ultraweak photon emission or biophoton emission, involves faint particles of light generated by living cells. Researchers from the University of Calgary and the National Research Council of Canada reported the findings in The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, showing that humans, mice, and even plants rad

Asia-Pacific markets retreated on Wednesday, following overnight declines on Wall Street after comments from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell unsettled investors. Powell noted that equity prices appeared to be “fairly highly valued” and cautioned that the rate-cutting outlook remained unclear, adding that the central bank faces a “challenging situation” as it navigates inflationary pressures and economic growth concerns. In Australia, the S&P/ASX

A controversial new statue has drawn significant attention after appearing on the National Mall in Washington, featuring former President Donald Trump and the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The artwork depicts the two figures holding hands and skipping, with a plaque below them that reads, “In honor of friendship month, we celebrate the long-standing bond between President Donald J. Trump and his closest friend Jeffrey Epstein.” The installation is the latest in a serie

A family in Palos Hills is celebrating the safe return of their beloved macaw after a tense search that stretched over several days and involved local volunteers, neighborhood groups, and a dedicated bird rescue team. The nine-year-old blue and gold macaw, named Baby, went missing during a weekend camping trip, sparking a community-wide effort to bring him back home safely. The ordeal began on Sunday when Jonathan Medina and his wife took Baby along with them on a camping trip at Bu

Fans of rapper NBA YoungBoy were left disappointed this week after the United Center in Chicago abruptly canceled his upcoming show. The concert, originally scheduled for Wednesday, September 24, was part of the rapper’s “Make America Slime Again” tour. The announcement came just days before the performance, leaving many ticket holders with questions and frustrations. The venue posted a notice on its website Monday explaining the decision. The statement read that the United

COLUMBUS, Ohio – From red carpets and themed exhibits to dog adoption drives and filmmaker panels, theaters across the Buckeye State are preparing for an unprecedented celebration of Ohio’s film heritage. Organizers have unveiled early details for “Ohio Goes to the Movies,” a statewide initiative scheduled to begin in February 2026, as part of the America 250-Ohio commemorations. Over a span of 250 days, every county in Ohio is expected to host at least one event, tota