In one of the biggest entertainment mergers in recent years, Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Bros Discovery’s film studios, TV content division and streaming business for $72 billion, according to Reuters. The deal, once finalized, will bring one of Hollywood’s oldest legacy studios under the control of the world’s leading streaming giant a move that could reshape the global media landscape. Warner Bros Discovery, home to iconic franchises and premium networks, will becom

An American content creator has captured widespread attention online after replacing his traditional Thanksgiving meal with an elaborate Indian feast, sparking enthusiastic reactions across social media. The creator, identified as Instagram user Conner, posted a lively video showcasing what he called his “Indian Thanksgiving,” a concept that instantly resonated with viewers who appreciated both the creativity and cultural appreciation displayed in his celebration. In the video,

India’s economy recorded a faster pace of expansion in the July–September quarter, with official data showing that gross domestic product rose 8.2% year-on-year. The acceleration reflects a combination of stronger consumer demand, a revival in manufacturing activity, and accelerated production schedules ahead of India’s major festive season. Economists had widely expected the quarter to deliver robust growth, but the latest figure surpassed the projected 7.3% expansion for the period, e

Families across Franklin County opened their homes to shelter dogs during the Thanksgiving holiday, offering dozens of animals a temporary break from the stress of kennel life. The Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center saw an enthusiastic response to its annual holiday sleepover program, with people lining up before the shelter opened on Wednesday to pick out a dog to take home for several days. Staff said it was one of the most encouraging sights of the season, as kennel rows gre

Thanksgiving travel across Texas entered one of its busiest periods of the year on Wednesday as millions of residents began their holiday journeys by road and air. Throughout the day, major highways experienced slow-moving traffic, service stations saw extended waits, and North Texas airports handled a steady flow of passengers preparing to depart for destinations across the country. The surge was widely expected, but the volume of travelers underscored how significant the holiday rush has be

AAA is advising travelers across the United States to plan their Thanksgiving road trips carefully as millions prepare to travel during one of the busiest periods of the year. According to the organization, heavy congestion is expected on both Tuesday and Wednesday, with the largest delays anticipated during the afternoon and early evening hours. Travel analysts report that a growing number of Americans are choosing to drive to their holiday destinations, contributing to increased traffic vol

Hundreds of Austin families received meaningful holiday support on Sunday during a large Thanksgiving meal distribution hosted at Huston-Tillotson University. The event, which has become an anticipated annual tradition for many local residents, once again aimed to ease financial stress for households preparing for the holiday season. The Gamma Eta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity collaborated with students from the university’s honors program to organize the drive-thro

The Community FoodBank of New Jersey has launched one of its largest annual holiday efforts, distributing tens of thousands of Thanksgiving meal boxes to families across the state. The organization, based in Hillside, prepared an extensive operation aimed at easing food insecurity as residents prepare for the holiday season. According to officials, more than 35,000 meal boxes will be delivered throughout November, accompanied by an estimated 83,000 turkeys, roasters, and hams intended to help

A woman from Arunachal Pradesh has alleged severe harassment and illegal detention by Chinese immigration authorities at Shanghai Pudong Airport after they refused to recognise her Indian passport during a transit halt. In detailed posts shared on X, Pema Wang Thongdok described an ordeal that lasted nearly eighteen hours on November 21, when officials insisted her passport was invalid simply because her birthplace was listed as Arunachal Pradesh, which Beijing claims as its territory.

A major political battle is unfolding in Texas as the Las Vegas Sands organization accelerates its long-term campaign to expand legalized gambling in the state. The company, which hopes to build a luxury casino resort in North Texas modeled after its world-renowned Marina Bay Sands property in Singapore, is preparing to invest substantial financial resources into upcoming political contests. Executives say this effort will continue for years as they work to overcome significant legal and poli

In a major development for global trade, China has announced that it will suspend an additional 24 percent tariff on United States goods for a period of one year, while maintaining a 10 percent levy on imports from the US. The announcement, made by the State Council Tariff Commission, signals a cautious step by Beijing toward easing long-standing trade tensions with Washington. The suspension is effective immediately and will remain in place for twelve months. The decision follows a

AUSTIN, Texas – The Austin community came together on October 26 for the 2025 Austin Kidney Walk, an event dedicated to raising awareness, support, and critical funding for people affected by kidney disease. The walk, which took place on a cool Saturday morning, drew hundreds of participants, including patients, family members, healthcare professionals, and living donors, all united by a shared commitment to fighting one of the nation’s most pervasive health conditions. Organize

A property collective known as Petra, which manages three apartment complexes in Washington, D.C., has been ordered to pay $700,000 after being found liable in a housing discrimination lawsuit. The legal action accused Petra of intentionally discriminating against lower-income residents in order to boost profits, violating several District housing laws. The outcome represents a significant step in the city’s continuing efforts to ensure equal access to affordable housing and to hold landlords

A once-vibrant symbol of youth empowerment in East San Jose has been reduced to rubble, ending years of community efforts to restore it. The former Mexican American Community Services Agency (MACSA) youth center, a landmark that stood as a gathering place for generations of young people, was demolished over the weekend, more than a month after a fire devastated the vacant structure. Excavators arrived early Saturday morning to bring down what remained of the facility. The demolition

A plan to build one of Cupertino’s first 100 percent affordable housing projects, designed to support some of the community’s most vulnerable residents, has stirred opposition from neighbors concerned about safety and parking. The proposed project, located along Mary Avenue, aims to create 40 affordable homes on a 0.79-acre site. Out of these, 19 homes would be reserved for adults and families with children who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, while 20 u

United States companies are increasingly exploring India’s global capability centres as rising costs and restrictions tied to H-1B visas reshape talent strategies. India, already home to more than 1,700 global capability centres, has become an important destination for offshore operations, offering businesses a way to maintain innovation and critical work in-house at a time of regulatory uncertainty. With over half the world’s GCCs located in India, the country has moved far beyond its ea

Ohio lawmakers are discussing a resolution that would encourage students across the state to read the Declaration of Independence in their classrooms as the country prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of the historic document in 2026. The measure, introduced as House Concurrent Resolution 22, is sponsored by Representatives Bill Roemer and Jack Daniels. It received its first hearing before the House Education Committee and has been described as a way to prom

A viral video of two American children shopping alone at a local grocery store in Bengaluru has ignited a wide-ranging debate across social media. The reel, shared on Instagram by Dana Marie, an American woman living in India, captured her two young kids heading to a nearby corner shop without adult supervision. Armed with a Rs 100 note, the siblings filmed their outing as they searched for butter and a small treat, sparking conversation about child independen

The passing of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of millions, and today marks the final journey of the icon. A second autopsy of Zubeen Garg began at 3 am at Guwahati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), four hours ahead of the originally scheduled time, following intense public demand for transparency over his tragic death in a scuba diving accident in Singapore on September 19. The results of the post-mortem a

The city of Dallas has lost its latest battle in a long-running dispute over poker rooms. A five-member panel of the Dallas Board of Adjustment voted 4-1 to reinstate the certificate of occupancy for Champions Social Club, an upscale venue that plans to operate a poker room in North Dallas. The decision, handed down after a marathon seven-and-a-half-hour hearing, reversed the city’s April move to revoke the club’s certificate of occupancy just days after initially approv