Shocking new details have surfaced about last weekend’s mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, where two gunmen opened fire on crowds gathered to celebrate the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. The attack killed 15 people and left over 40 injured, including two police officers. Court documents released on Monday indicate that the accused gunmen, Sajid Akram and his father Naveed Akram, conducted specialised weapons training before carrying out the shooting. Police allege the pair practiced at

A prominent youth leader from Bangladesh, Sharif Osman Hadi, has died in Singapore after succumbing to severe injuries sustained during an assassination attempt in Dhaka earlier this month, officials confirmed on Thursday. His death has sent shockwaves through political circles in Bangladesh and has raised renewed concerns over political violence targeting emerging leaders. Sharif Osman Hadi served as the spokesperson of Inqilab Mancho, a youth-oriented political platform that has g

Filmmaker Mira Nair has shared a candid behind-the-scenes revelation about her acclaimed television adaptation of Vikram Seth’s A Suitable Boy, offering fresh insight into the casting process behind the ambitious BBC series. In a recent interview, Nair disclosed that her son, Zohran Mamdani, was originally her first choice for the central role that was eventually portrayed by actor Ishaan Khatter. According to Nair, Mamdani possessed the essential qualities she believed were requi

WASHINGTON — As the holiday shopping season accelerates, consumer protection officials are warning residents to remain vigilant against increasingly sophisticated gift card scams. District Attorney General Brian Schwalb issued a public consumer alert on Monday, cautioning shoppers about a growing form of retail fraud known as gift card draining, which has become more prevalent during peak gift-giving periods. According to Schwalb’s office, gift card draining differs from traditi

Australia is mourning after a devastating terror attack at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach on Sunday evening left at least 15 people dead and more than 40 injured, sending shockwaves across the nation and around the world. The attack occurred during a gathering marking the first night of Hanukkah, turning a moment of religious celebration into one of profound tragedy and grief. Emergency services responded swiftly, but the scale and brutality of the incident have deeply scarred the community an

Visakhapatnam has taken a significant leap toward becoming a major IT hub with Cognizant officially beginning operations at its new 1,000-seat facility in the Mahati Fintech building at Rushikonda IT Park Hill 2. Industry experts say this marks the beginning of a new growth phase for the city’s technology ecosystem. The development comes months after discussions held in Davos, where Minister Nara Lokesh met Cognizant’s leadership on January 23. The company approved its Visakhapa

Spotify has released its Wrapped list for 2025, offering detailed insight into India’s most-streamed artists, songs and albums over the past year. The data shows a mix of consistent favourites, resurgent classics and the accelerating influence of independent musicians and podcasts on the country’s listening habits. Arijit Singh continued his long-standing dominance as India’s most-streamed artist for the seventh year in a row. Pritam and Shreya Ghoshal followed in second and third place

A federal appeals court has ruled that Alina Habba, previously an attorney for former President Donald Trump and later positioned by the administration to continue serving as New Jersey’s acting U.S. attorney, is legally disqualified from holding the post. The decision, issued Monday by a three-judge panel of the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia, upholds a lower court’s conclusion that Habba’s appointment did not comply with federal law governing interim federal prosecu

A powerful surge of arctic air is sweeping across the United States as meteorological winter begins, sending temperatures plunging far below seasonal norms and placing much of the country under a deep freeze. Weather officials report that more than 235 million people will experience below-freezing conditions through the end of the week as the cold mass pushes steadily south and east. The early-season outbreak marks one of the most widespread cold events so far this year, fueled by a dip in the j

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade returned to the streets of New York City on Thursday, drawing large holiday crowds despite brisk temperatures and steady winds sweeping across Manhattan. The annual celebration, which remains one of the most widely recognized holiday events in the country, began on the Upper West Side and continued along its traditional route toward the iconic Macy’s flagship store on 34th Street. This year’s parade introduced several new balloons and floats, adding fr

Two United States National Guard soldiers were critically injured on Wednesday in a targeted shooting just a short distance from the White House, in what authorities have described as one of the most serious security incidents near the presidential district in recent years. The attack occurred at the Farragut West metro station, a busy transit hub situated only two blocks from the presidential complex, heightening concerns about public safety and the vulnerability of high-profile locations in

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro was placed in custody on Saturday and transferred to federal police headquarters in Brasília, deepening tensions in a country still reckoning with the political turmoil that followed the 2022 election. The detention came two months after the Supreme Court convicted him of attempting to orchestrate a coup to overturn his loss, although authorities have indicated that the latest move is not aimed at enforcing that earlier sentence. The development has

A growing number of Texas families are finding it increasingly difficult to put food on the table as financial pressures continue to mount. Rising grocery prices, inflation, employment disruptions and reported delays in SNAP benefits have created an environment where many households are struggling to cover even basic needs. Nonprofits across North Texas have been working to bridge the gap, relying heavily on community support to meet the surge in demand for food assistance. Among th

A new children’s attraction at American Dream in East Rutherford is giving young fans of a popular family vlogging channel the ability to step directly into the world they usually watch online. Ninja Kidz Action Park, which opened in August, transforms the energy and excitement of the Ninja Kidz YouTube channel into a full-scale indoor adventure space designed for active play, exploration, and family fun. The park features 20 different attractions, offering a wide variety of physi

A major breakthrough in Andhra Pradesh’s anti-Naxal operations unfolded on Tuesday as police arrested 31 Maoists hiding in Vijayawada, Kakinada and other parts of Krishna district. The arrests created a stir across the region, especially as several of those detained were senior Maoist leaders from Chhattisgarh who had quietly entered the state to escape intensified combing operations.  In a major strike, 27 Maoists were arrested from a four-storey building in New Autonagar, K

The investigation into the Red Fort blast has taken a darker turn as the NIA uncovered evidence showing the accused had initially planned large-scale rocket bomb strikes across Delhi before turning to a car bomb. According to sources, the group was actively attempting to develop a Hamas-style drone system capable of launching rocket-based explosives into crowded and high-security zones. Investigators revealed that the module was modifying commercially available drones to carry and launch leth

The holiday season in Ohio brings an atmosphere of excitement as families and travelers begin looking for memorable winter attractions that brighten the colder months. Across the state, communities prepare stunning light displays that turn parks, courthouses, gardens and public spaces into festive destinations. This year, the state has organized an extensive list of seventy-nine locations considered among the most impressive holiday light shows available, allowing visitors to explore a wide rang

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson delivered his annual State of the City address on Thursday, choosing the newly launched Texas Stock Exchange as the backdrop for a speech that centered on growth, public safety, and the evolving landscape of downtown. The mayor used the moment to emphasize both the accomplishments of the past year and the challenges that lie ahead, particularly as major employers and professional sports teams reassess their future ties to the city. During his 20-minute remarks, John

Former tennis star Sania Mirza revealed the emotional challenges she faced following her divorce from former Pakistan cricket captain Shoaib Malik. In a heartfelt conversation on her new YouTube talk show Serving It Up With Sania, the 38-year-old shared that she experienced a panic attack during one of the lowest moments of her life. She credited close friend and Bollywood director Farah Khan for being her pillar of support during this critical time. Sania recalled that without Farah

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday officially termed the November 10 car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort a “heinous terror attack,” confirming it as an act of terrorism. The meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed deep grief over the loss of lives and observed a two-minute silence for the victims. A resolution was passed to ensure that every perpetrator and collaborator involved in the explosion is brought to justice swiftly and decisively. Union Minister Ashwi