Los Angeles — A federal judge has sentenced Jasveen Sangha, widely referred to by prosecutors as the “Ketamine Queen,” to 15 years in prison following her conviction in a high-profile drug trafficking case. The sentencing took place on Wednesday in federal court, marking a significant development in a broader crackdown on illicit drug distribution networks linked to overdose deaths.

The question of which country produces the best mangoes may seem simple, but it rarely leads to a clear or universal answer. Across the world’s tropical regions, mangoes are not only a fruit but also a reflection of local climate, soil, and cultural preference. What defines the “best” mango varies widely depending on where it is grown and who is tasting it. India – The Land of Alphonso and Kesar India, one of the largest mango producers in the worl

Saudi Arabia’s critical East-West oil pipeline, a key route for crude exports, was struck in an Iranian attack, according to an industry source on Wednesday. The pipeline, currently serving as the kingdom’s primary export outlet after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, was among several oil-related facilities targeted across the country. The East-West pipeline plays a central role in maintaining Saudi Arabia’s oil supply chain, transporting approximately 7 million barrels per

TEHRAN, Iran — Iran, the United States, and Israel agreed to a two-week ceasefire on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 (Iran Standard Time), in a last-minute effort to halt escalating hostilities that had raised fears of a broader regional war. The agreement, described by U.S. Vice President JD Vance as “fragile,” came just hours before the United States was expected to launch a major bombing campaign against Iran. Despite the announcement, reports of renewed missile and drone attacks

The Artemis II crew has made history by capturing breathtaking views of the far side of the Moon during a record-setting flyby. This landmark achievement in space exploration comes as part of NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon and ultimately send astronauts to Mars. The crew of Artemis II, aboard the Orion spacecraft, achieved a rare and remarkable perspective of the lunar surface, providing viewers with never-before-seen imagery of the Moon’s far side.

President Droupadi Murmu is likely to visit Rourkela, Odisha, on April 21, 2026, for a series of programmes in the steel city, according to Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram. Oram, who is also the Lok Sabha MP for Sundergarh (which includes Rourkela), confirmed the visit after meeting with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. Although the final schedule has not yet been confirmed, the visit is expected to focus on key issues in the region.

Calls for President Donald Trump’s removal from office intensified among congressional Democrats following a controversial social media post in which he warned that “a whole civilization will die tonight” in reference to Iran. The statement, made on Easter Sunday, has fueled renewed debate in Washington over the use of impeachment or the 25th Amendment, marking a significant shift from earlier reluctance to pursue such measures during his second term. Democratic lawmakers cite

​The Indian embassy in Iran issued a security advisory on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, urging Indian nationals across the country to remain indoors for the next 48 hours as geopolitical tensions intensify between the United States and Iran. The advisory comes amid heightened uncertainty surrounding a deadline set by US President Donald Trump related to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. In its official statement released from Tehran, the embassy instructed

President Donald Trump faced widespread criticism after issuing a stark warning toward Iran, threatening the destruction of the country’s civilization if it failed to meet U.S. demands by 8:00 PM on Tuesday, though the exact date was not specified. The remarks, posted on social media, intensified already heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. Iran responded by suspending direct communications with Washington, while continuing indirect discussions through cease-fir

Mojtaba Khamenei, the newly-appointed Supreme Leader of Iran, is currently unconscious and receiving medical treatment in Qom, Iran. The report, based on intelligence sources from the US and Israel, revealed that Khamenei sustained severe injuries in the same airstrike that killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on February 28, 2026. Due to his current condition, Mojtaba Khamenei is unable to be involved in the decision-making process of the country, which has raised concerns regardi

On April 7, 2026, the crew set a new record for the farthest human spaceflight, surpassing the distance achieved during the Apollo 13 mission in 1970. During the lunar flyby, astronauts Reid Wiseman,

Social media users inundated X, formerly known as Twitter, with unverified claims about President Donald Trump’s death over the weekend of Saturday, April 5, 2026. The rumors began gaining traction around 10 AM IST on Sunday, April 6, 2026, alleging that the 79-year-old leader had been rushed to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center due to a serious health emergency, possibly a heart attack or stroke. These speculations mirrored earlier hoaxes from 2025 but intensified following a Wh

Escalating tensions across the Middle East intensified after US President Donald Trump said Iran’s response to a proposed ceasefire was “substantial” but ultimately “not good enough,” signaling continued diplomatic strain as military exchanges widened across the region. The remarks came as at least 34 people, including six children, were reported killed in coordinated US-Israeli strikes across Iran. The attacks mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, raisin

​RIO DE JANEIRO — Monday, April 6, 2026 — Surging energy prices linked to global geopolitical tensions are putting pressure on Brazil’s flagship cooking gas subsidy program, raising concerns about its sustainability just months ahead of the country’s presidential election. The initiative, known as “People’s Gas,” was launched by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in November 2025 as a central component of his energy policy, aiming to provide free liquefied petroleum g

Consumers in the United States who purchased Tom’s toothpaste products within the past six years may be eligible for compensation under a $2.9 million class-action settlement involving Colgate-Palmolive Company. The lawsuit alleged deceptive and misleading business practices related to the manufacturing, marketing, and sale of certain Tom’s toothpaste products, following concerns raised during a U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspection of a production facility in Sanford, Maine in May 20

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the open ocean, remains one of the most strategically important routes in the global economy. Located between Iran and Oman, this passage serves as a critical channel for transporting oil from major producing countries to markets around the world. A significant portion of the world’s oil supply moves through this route each day, making it essential for maintaining stable energy markets. Because many countries r

NASA’s Artemis II mission marks a major step in the United States’ return to deep space exploration, serving as a critical test before astronauts attempt to land on the moon again. While the mission does not include a lunar landing, its primary purpose is to validate systems and operations required for future crewed missions. Artemis II will carry astronauts beyond Earth’s orbit for the first time in more than 50 years, testing the Orion spacecraft and Space Launch System unde

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday (exact date not specified in the source) dismissed concerns that potential strikes on Iran’s power plants and civilian infrastructure could constitute a war crime, delivering a series of controversial remarks that further escalated tensions between Washington and Tehran. Speaking to reporters during a public event at the White House, Trump defended his position, stating he was “not worried” about such concerns and using inflammatory language to describ