Thirty years ago, a defining chapter was written in the history of professional hockey in New Jersey. On June 24, 1995, the New Jersey Devils secured their place among the NHL elite by winning their first-ever Stanley Cup Championship. In a display of unmatched discipline and defensive mastery, the Devils swept their opponents in four games, setting a precedent for the franchise’s future success and altering the hockey landscape in the region forever. The 1994–95 NHL s

Novo Nordisk has launched its groundbreaking weight-loss drug, Wegovy, in India. This semaglutide-based injection promises to help individuals tackle obesity and related heart risks, offering a solution to India's growing health concerns. Available as a once-weekly injection, Wegovy works by mimicking the body's natural GLP-1 hormone, which regulates hunger, reduces cravings, and helps control blood sugar. Clinical trials have shown that Wegovy can res

A staggering 16 billion login credentials have been exposed online in what is shaping up to be one of the largest and most concerning data leaks to date. The discovery was made by a cybersecurity research team that has been tracking suspicious activity and open databases across the web since early 2025. The exposed datasets contain usernames, passwords, session tokens, cookies, and other sensitive authentication information gathered through infostealer malware, credential stuffing, and reproc

San Ramon is celebrating 40 years of community fitness and fun with the return of its popular Run San Ramon event on July 4, 2025. Residents and visitors alike are invited to join in the tradition by participating in one of three races: a 5K, 10K, or the Fastest Mile. The family-friendly event is a great way to kick off Independence Day and encourages all levels of runners, joggers, and walkers to take part. The even

In a landmark vote, the UK Parliament has taken decisive steps to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales, revoking parts of a 19th-century law that had made terminating a pregnancy a criminal offence punishable by life imprisonment. The amendment received overwhelming support, passing 379 to 137 in a free vote not bound by party directives. While abortion has been legal since 1967 under certain conditions such a

Elavenil Valarivan, one of India’s top rifle shooters, secured the bronze medal in the women's 10m air rifle event at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Munich, despite holding a strong lead in the early stages of the final. The 25-year-old shot an overall score of 231.2 to finish behind 18-year-old Chinese sensation Wang Zifei, who took gold with a commanding 252.7, and South Korea’s Kwon Eunji, who secured silver with 252.6.

Blue Origin, the aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos, marked another milestone in its journey toward commercial space tourism with the successful completion of its NS-12 mission. On Thursday, the company launched its New Shepard rocket for the twelfth time, further validating the system’s reliability and reusability. The 18-meter-tall suborbital rocket lifted off from Blue Origin’s test facility in West Texas at 12:46 p.m. Eastern Time. While no humans were aboard this particu

Walmart’s recent move to cut approximately 1,500 jobs has stirred widespread outrage online, particularly among conservative groups who have quickly and loudly blamed the layoffs on the hiring of foreign workers through H-1B visas. The most vocal critics have even tried to tie the decision to a high-ranking Indian-origin executive at the company, despite there being no direct evidence to support such claims. The job cuts span several departments, including the company’

A controversial social media post by an American traveler at Washington DC’s airport has triggered widespread backlash and renewed national conversations about Indian immigrants, the H-1B visa program, and America’s multicultural landscape. The user expressed his disapproval after hearing three gate agents speaking Hindi, questioning why Indians were staffing such roles and labeling the H-1B visa a “complete fraud.” The post, made by an individual who ident

The United States Supreme Court on Thursday appeared divided as it considered two major legal questions: the fate of former President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship, and the broader judicial practice of nationwide injunctions that lower courts have used to block such policies. Although none of the justices openly supported the constitutionality of Trump’s controversial order—which attempts to deny citizenship to certain individuals born

In a sweeping move to address growing concerns over the mental health impact of social media on young people, the Texas House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would ban individuals under 18 from using social media platforms. The bill, known as House Bill 186, passed with a 116-25 vote and now heads to the Texas Senate for further consideration. The bill, authored by Rep. Jared Patterson (R-Frisco), would require social media companies to verify the age of users upo

With the U.S. Food and Drug Administration beginning enforcement actions against compounded versions of popular weight loss medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide—known under their brand names Wegovy and Zepbound—Americans who turned to these affordable alternatives may find themselves eyeing the murky waters of the supplement market. As access to these custom-made medications dwindles due to the end of drug shortages, a wave of unregulated supplements has hit shelves and on

Carlos Alcaraz is setting his sights on becoming only the third man to win three consecutive Indian Wells titles, joining tennis legends Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic in this exclusive club. However, standing in his way could be none other than Djokovic himself, a five-time Indian Wells champion and potential quarter-final opponent.The ATP Masters 1000 tournament begins on Wednesday, running alongside the WTA 1000 event, with the world's top players converging in California’s des

Apple has officially launched its first product of the year, the iPhone 16e, on February 19, with pre-orders beginning on February 21. The latest addition to the iPhone lineup is set to go on sale starting February 28. In India, the iPhone 16e starts at ₹59,900, but Apple’s official distributor, Redington, has announced attractive offers, allowing customers to avail up to ₹10,000 in discounts.   iPhone 1

 The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) celebrated a major milestone with the successful launch of its 100th rocket mission on Wednesday. The mission saw the GSLV-F15 launch vehicle precisely injecting the NVS-02 navigation satellite into its designated Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO). This launch, which took place early in the morning from Sriharikota, was also the first for ISRO in 2025. The event was especially significant as it marked the first mission under ISRO&

Bitcoin reached a historic milestone on Monday, soaring above $109,000 as Donald Trump, who has expressed plans to deregulate the cryptocurrency sector, prepared for his inauguration. The digital currency peaked at $109,241 before settling at $107,765, marking a significant surge in its value. This jump in Bitcoin’s price came in the wake of Trump’s election win in November and his nomination of Paul Atkins, a cryptocurrency advocate, to head the US securities regulator.

India has extended invitations to Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other neighboring countries to participate in a unique seminar marking 150 years of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This initiative aims to set aside political differences and highlight the shared history of the Indian subcontinent. The seminar is being hailed as a first-of-its-kind effort by the Indian government to foster regional cooperation. Invitations have been sent to Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Afghanis

In 1985, Pritish Nandy conducted a groundbreaking interview with the legendary singer Kishore Kumar, revealing facets of his eccentric personality that the public had never known. Featured in The Illustrated Weekly of India, the interview unveiled Kishore Kumar's passion for Alfred Hitchcock, his eccentric humor, and candid reflections on his personal life, including his four marriages. In the interview, Kishore Kumar openly discussed his thoughts on marriage, his relat

On Christmas, an Embraer 190 aircraft operated by Azerbaijan Airlines crashed near Aktau city in Kazakhstan, leading to the deaths of 38 people out of the 67 on board. The flight had originally departed from Baku, Azerbaijan, headed for Grozny, Russia, but was diverted when it was unable to land in Grozny due to dense fog. The aircraft, rerouted over the Caspian Sea, crashed in an open field near Aktau after encountering difficulties. 29 passengers survived the crash. Azerbaijan Airlines, in

Bitcoin reached an all-time high of $107,791, surpassing its previous peak from December 5, as optimism surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s support for digital assets and MicroStrategy’s inclusion in the Nasdaq 100 Index fueled the rally. On Monday, Bitcoin surged more than 4.8%, reflecting growing market confidence. This positive momentum was amplified by MicroStrategy’s announcement that it had purchased an additional $1.5 billion in Bitcoin, further solidifying the