Dublin, California — The City of Dublin is inviting residents to attend two public Zoom meetings to learn more about the proposed Sunflower Hill at Grace Pointe, a 60-unit affordable housing project designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The development, a partnership between Sunflower Hill and Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA), aims to provide long-term independent living opportunities while enhancing accessibility and inclusion in the Tri-Valley

Reports have surfaced that Google is secretly building an artificial intelligence data centre on Christmas Island, a remote Australian territory in the Indian Ocean. According to a Reuters investigation, the facility is believed to be connected to a military cloud computing deal between Google and the Australian Department of Defence. The island, strategically positioned for maritime monitoring, is said to provide an ideal location for advanced AI and surveillance infrastructure. In

Leaked internal documents have exposed a shocking revelation about Meta, suggesting the company earned an estimated $16 billion annually from scam and fraudulent advertisements across its platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Despite publicly claiming to prioritize user safety and ad transparency, these documents show a deep conflict between Meta’s financial gains and its enforcement of ad integrity policies. According to the leaked materials reviewed by Reuters,

Elon Musk has once again redefined corporate ambition. At Tesla’s annual shareholder meeting in Austin, the company’s investors voted to approve an unprecedented $1 trillion compensation plan for its CEO. The package, designed to stretch over a decade, is tied to a series of extraordinary performance goals that could transform Tesla into one of the most valuable and diversified technology companies in the world. Unlike conventional executive pay structures, Musk’s plan contain

The path to studying or working abroad, once viewed as a clear and achievable journey, is becoming increasingly complicated as major economies introduce tighter immigration and visa rules. Countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Canada, and Australia have each rolled out new policies in the past two years that collectively raise costs, elevate salary requirements, and reduce the number of visas available for international students and skilled professionals. For many,

Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov has accused the United States of preparing to deploy new missile systems in both Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, claiming that these weapons could reach central Russia within minutes. Speaking at a Security Council meeting chaired by President Vladimir Putin, Belousov said the planned deployments represent a major escalation in military tension and pose a direct threat to Russia’s national security. According to Belousov, the missile sy

Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, one of the most influential figures in modern American politics, announced her retirement Thursday morning in a video message to her constituents. Pelosi, a Democrat from California who made history as the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House, confirmed she will not seek re-election in 2026, closing a chapter on a congressional career that has spanned nearly four decades. “San Francisco, know your power,” Pelosi said in her recorded message.

  Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a motion to block pharmaceutical company Kenvue—the manufacturer of Tylenol—from issuing a scheduled dividend payment later this month. The move comes as the state pursues a high-profile lawsuit against Kenvue and its former parent company, Johnson & Johnson, alleging deceptive marketing practices tied to the use of Tylenol during pregnancy. The dividend, set for distribution on November 26, has become the latest f

Bihar’s first phase of the 2025 Assembly elections has recorded its highest-ever voter turnout at 64.66%, marking a historic moment for the state’s democratic engagement. The turnout surpassed the previous record of 62.57% set in 2000, and even outperformed the 1998 Lok Sabha elections when Bihar saw 64.6%. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar thanked citizens and poll staff for their participation and smooth conduct of the polls. The high turnout comes amid controversy sur

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced significant flight reductions across 40 major U.S. airports, including Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway, beginning Friday. The move comes as the agency struggles to maintain safety standards during what has become the longest government shutdown in American history, now stretching into its 37th day. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned earlier this week that the continued shutdown could cause “mass chaos, cancellati

Hollywood actor and humanitarian Angelina Jolie has once again brought global attention to Ukraine by visiting the war-torn city of Kherson, a region still enduring the daily consequences of Russian attacks. Photographs circulating on social media this week showed the Academy Award-winning star wearing a bulletproof vest emblazoned with Ukrainian insignia as she visited hospitals and maternity wards in the embattled southern city. The visit, though not officially announced, has drawn widespre

Democrats achieved a sweeping victory in Virginia’s state elections, capturing all three top statewide offices and expanding their majority in the House of Delegates. The results mark a decisive shift toward Democratic dominance in the commonwealth, with nearly every county moving blue and the party significantly strengthening its legislative control. The night’s outcome signals a strong voter response to national and local political dynamics and reinforces Virginia’s transformation into a

A grey seal that became a favorite among caretakers and veterinarians at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine has died during a medical procedure, the facility confirmed. The animal, rescued earlier this year, had been under treatment for a severe injury to its back flipper and had captured the hearts of those involved in its recovery. The seal was brought to the center in April after being found stranded along the New Jersey shoreline. Staff members at the Marine Mammal

The night sky turned into a spectacular display on Wednesday as the November 2025 supermoon — also known as the Beaver Moon — rose in its full brilliance, becoming the largest and brightest full moon of the year. This remarkable celestial event, visible across much of the world, drew stargazers and sky enthusiasts to open fields, terraces, and observatories to witness its glowing beauty. The November supermoon is the second in a sequence of three supermoons occurring in 2025, an

The story of New York City’s newly elected mayor, Zohran Mamdani, stretches far beyond the political landscape of the United States. His name itself carries the echoes of centuries-old migration, commerce, and cultural exchange across the Indian Ocean, linking him symbolically to the mercantile traditions of Gujarat that also gave rise to business dynasties like the Ambanis and Adanis. Mamdani, who will soon become the first Muslim and Indian-origin mayor of America’s largest ci

A fresh controversy has erupted after Farhatullah Babar, former adviser to Pakistan’s ex-president Asif Ali Zardari, claimed that the 26/11 Mumbai attacks were a reaction to Zardari’s ‘no first use’ nuclear weapons offer to India. According to Babar’s book The Zardari Presidency: Now It Must Be Told, the offer was made during an interview with Indian journalist Karan Thapar in November 2008. He suggests Pakistan’s military establishment retaliated through the terror assau

Vreels, developed across the USA and India, is quickly making waves in the global social media landscape. Designed as a one-stop platform for creation, communication, and commerce, Vreels (Virtually Relax, Explore, Engage, Live & Share) merges short videos, chats, voice calls, photo sharing, and even e-commerce into a single, seamless experience. Available in 22 countries and currently in its beta phase, Vreels can be downloaded from both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The app

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s wife, Nara Bhuvaneshwari, has brought pride to her family and state after winning two prestigious international awards in London. Known for her active involvement in business management and philanthropy, Bhuvaneshwari received the IOD Distinguished Fellow Award, recognizing her outstanding contributions to business leadership, public service, and community development. The event was attended by prominent global business leaders, marking a pr

In a move that has sparked outrage and concern, Pakistani authorities denied entry to 12 Hindu pilgrims who were part of a 1,932-member Sikh Jatha traveling to Pakistan to celebrate the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. The group crossed the Attari–Wagah border on Tuesday for the annual pilgrimage, but the 12 Hindu devotees were stopped at the immigration counters despite being initially cleared for travel. According to reports, their passports even bore immigration stamps before Paki

Democrat Ghazala Hashmi has made history by becoming the first Indian-origin and Muslim woman to be elected as Lieutenant Governor in the United States. Her victory in Virginia marks a major milestone in American politics, as she defeated Republican candidate John Reid in a closely watched race. The win also cements her place as one of the most prominent voices for progressive causes, including education, gun reform, and women’s rights. Hashmi, who previously became the first Musl