Google has reached an agreement with the city of Mountain View to fund extensive tree planting after removing hundreds of trees for an office project that it ultimately abandoned. The Mountain View City Council unanimously approved the deal on September 9, which requires Google to pay between $533,500 and $703,000 for planting hundreds of new trees throughout the city. The controversy traces back to 2019 when the council approved Google’s ambitious plan to expand its presence

A suspect is in custody following a series of early morning shootings that targeted two homes in suburban Shorewood, including the residence of an Illinois state senator. The incidents occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning, prompting an intensive investigation by local law enforcement. Senator Meg Loughran Cappel, representing Illinois’ 49th district, confirmed that her home was struck by gunfire, though thankfully, neither she nor her family sustained any injuries.

The latest flashpoint in India-US trade relations has surprisingly centered on corn. US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick recently targeted India over its unwillingness to import American maize, questioning why a nation of 1.4 billion people does not buy even a single bushel of US corn while continuing to export heavily to the United States. His comments came against the backdrop of resumed trade negotiations and reflect Washington’s growing desperation to find buyers for surplus grain.

A federal appeals court has ruled that Lisa Cook, a governor at the United States Federal Reserve, will remain in her position for now despite efforts by former President Donald Trump to remove her. The ruling from the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit came just before a major Federal Reserve meeting scheduled to begin on Tuesday, where policymakers are expected to weigh critical decisions on interest rates. Trump has sought to dismiss Cook from her role, accu

US President Donald Trump on Sunday, September 14, condemned the horrific killing of Chandra Mouli "Bob" Nagamallaiah, an Indian-origin motel manager who was brutally beheaded in Dallas, Texas. The attack, carried out last week, has shocked the Indian-American community and drawn sharp political responses. Trump, addressing the incident in a post on his social media platform, described the act as a brutal beheading and vowed to crack down on undocumented criminals who commit violent

Emotional support animals have become increasingly common across the United States, with dogs, cats, and even birds often accompanying their owners in public spaces. But in Pennsylvania, one man’s unusual choice of companion has caught the attention of both shoppers and corporate officials. Wesley Silva, a resident of West Brownsville, has raised eyebrows and sparked debate by bringing his registered emotional support alligator, Jinseioshi, to various public locations, including restaur

Dublin, CA is getting ready to open Forest Park at 2150 Central Parkway in the Jordan Ranch development, with a projected debut in late fall 2025 or early winter 2026. Designed as a family-friendly green hub, the new park will feature a multi-use sports court, a pollinator garden, a nature-themed playground, shaded picnic areas, and—true to its name—plenty of trees. To help the landscape take root, the City of Dublin has launched “Forest for

The Supreme Court of India highlighted the resilience of the Indian Constitution on Wednesday by drawing comparisons with the ongoing turmoil in neighboring Nepal and Bangladesh. During a hearing of the presidential reference case, a bench headed by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justice Vikram Nath pointed to violent protests shaking both countries. CJI Gavai remarked, “We are proud of our Constitution, see

Nepal has been rocked by unprecedented unrest as protests led by Gen Z spiraled into violence in the capital, Kathmandu. The most shocking development came on Tuesday when Rajyalaxmi Chitrakar, wife of Nepal’s former prime minister Jhalanath Khanal, was burnt alive after protesters set her residence in Dallu on fire. Despite being rushed to Kirtipur Burn Hospital, she succumbed to her injuries during treatment, according to family sources.

Nepal was thrown into turmoil on Tuesday after Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli stepped down following two days of deadly anti-corruption protests that shook the Himalayan nation. The violent demonstrations, largely led by Gen Z activists angry over corruption, nepotism, and a recent ban on social media, left at least 22 people dead and hundreds injured. Oli’s resignation came amid escalating unrest as protesters d

Nepal’s political crisis reached a breaking point on Tuesday after Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned in the wake of two days of violent anti-corruption protests that killed 19 people and injured over 100. Oli’s aide, Prakash Silwal, confirmed the resignation to Reuters as visuals showed the embattled leader being flown out of Kathmandu in a military helicopter. The announcement marked a dramatic escalation in the Himalayan nation’s unres

Nepal’s political turmoil deepened on Tuesday as massive protests continued in Kathmandu for a second day, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The unrest, which began after the government banned 26 social media platforms for failing to register, escalated when corruption allegations and governance failures added fuel to the fire. Protesters, many of them young demonstrators under the banner of "Gen Z," defied curfew order

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called on opposition senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price to apologise after she made controversial remarks about the Indian community in Australia. Price, a member of the centre-right Liberal Party, suggested during a radio interview that large numbers of Indians were being allowed to migrate to the country in order to vote for Albanese’s Labor Party. Her comments sparked widespread anger, particularly within A

Nepal witnessed its deadliest unrest in years as at least three people were killed and more than 100 injured during violent clashes in Kathmandu on Monday. The protests, largely led by Generation Z demonstrators, erupted after the government banned 26 unregistered social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, and X. The ban, seen by many as an attack on free expression, quickly spiraled into a broader anti-corruption movement targeting Prime Minister K

An unusual legal battle has emerged in the United States where an Indiana-based attorney named Mark S Zuckerberg has filed a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, for repeatedly banning his account. The lawyer, who has practiced bankruptcy law for nearly 38 years, says Facebook suspended him five times in the past eight years on allegations of impersonating Meta CEO Mark Elliot Zuckerberg. According t

Ohio is facing a growing public health debate over the future of kratom, a substance that has seen rising use but also an alarming increase in overdose deaths. Recent state data shows overdoses where kratom was listed as a cause of death have tripled in the last five years. As the number of cases rises, the distinction between natural and synthetic kratom is driving disagreement among state leaders, health officials, business owners, and advocates. Governor Mike DeWine has called fo

The FBI is urging the public to come forward with any information that may lead to the capture of a serial bank robber who has targeted financial institutions across Chicago since early May. Authorities say the man, who remains unidentified, has carried out four successful robberies and attempted two others, all within a span of a few months. Investigators have labeled him armed and dangerous and are emphasizing the urgency of the search. According to officials, the pattern of crime

For decades, Publishers Clearing House was a household name, surprising families across America with oversized checks, balloons, and promises of financial security for life. But in April 2025, the company filed for bankruptcy, and those life-changing promises have now unraveled for many of its prize winners. One of the most striking stories comes from John Wyllie of White City, Oregon, who in 2012 was surprised with a prize that guaranteed him $5,000 a week for life. With cameras ro

In a dramatic turn of events, MLC K. Kavitha, recently suspended from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) by party president K. Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR), has made sensational allegations against her cousin and party colleague, T. Harish Rao. Kavitha, who has been at the center of a storm within the party, charged Harish Rao and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy with conspiring to divide her family and undermine her political career.

August 2025 saw a fresh wave of dining experiences in Austin, as several exciting new restaurants opened their doors, offering everything from late-night Korean eats to Caribbean flavors. The dining scene is constantly evolving, with national chains and local chefs contributing to the city's growing reputation as a food lover's paradise. Here's a roundup of the most notable new spots, alongside one bittersweet closure.