Waymo, the self-driving technology company, has introduced a significant shift in its autonomous vehicle service by allowing teenagers aged 14-17 to use its robotaxis independently in Phoenix. Previously, unaccompanied minors were prohibited from using Waymo’s services, but the company now believes that its technology is trustworthy enough to safely transport children on their own. This change in policy is a bold move by Waymo to gain the trust of famili

A viral video showing Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad physically assaulting a canteen staff member has sparked outrage and heated discussions in the Maharashtra Council. The incident, which took place at the MLA canteen in Mumbai, saw the Buldhana MLA slapping and punching the canteen staffer, Yogesh Kutram, reportedly over complaints about the quality of the food served. The video quickly spread across social media, leading to widespread condemnation.

Meta is making a significant move in the AI sector by pouring up to $100 million into hiring top AI talent from companies like OpenAI, DeepMind, and Anthropic. This initiative is part of the launch of Meta’s Superintelligence Labs, which is looking to strengthen its AI capabilities by recruiting some of the brightest minds in the field. The AI experts hired by Meta bring with them a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and leadership experience in machine lea

A massive nationwide strike, known as the Bharat Bandh, is set to paralyze India’s public services today, with over 25 crore workers from essential government sectors participating in the protest. The strike, organized by a joint forum of 10 central trade unions, supported by farmer and rural worker organizations, is aimed at protesting the central government’s policies, which they consider "anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate

A major online platform revealed on Tuesday that the Indian government had issued a legal directive requiring the immediate blocking of 2,355 accounts within the country. The order, sent by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, reportedly demanded action within an hour and offered no formal justification. The directive also stated that the accounts must remain blocked until further notice. Several users in India discovered over the weekend that various accounts h

New Jersey is facing another round of severe weather this week, even as many communities continue to recover from a powerful and deadly storm system that swept through the region last Thursday. The storms left behind a trail of destruction across several towns, including Plainfield, North Plainfield, Bound Brook, and Dunellen. Homes and infrastructure suffered extensive damage, trees were uprooted, and power lines were torn down, plunging neighborhoods into darkness and chaos for days.

Central government employees and pensioners are eagerly awaiting the official announcement of a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR), which is expected to be implemented from July 2025. While the DA rates are revised twice a year effective from January 1 and July 1 the official announcements usually come months later, typically around the festive season in September or October. Expected

A Houston-based pediatrician is no longer employed after a controversial social media post in which she appeared to politicize the devastating Central Texas floods drew widespread criticism from the public and ultimately led to her termination. The physician, Dr. Christina Propst, was a practicing pediatrician at Blue Fish Pediatrics before her now-viral comments sparked outrage among parents, patients, and the general community. The controversy began after Dr. Propst posted a

In the wake of devastating floods in Central Texas, a U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer from New Jersey is being hailed as a hero after saving the lives of 165 individuals. Scott Ruskan, a petty officer and rescue swimmer from Oxford Township in Warren County, played a key role in one of the largest emergency airlift operations during this disaster, marking his first-ever rescue mission. The catastrophic weather event unfolded after relentless rains inundated Central Texas, causi

Pop sensation Zayn Malik is stirring conversations once again, this time with emotionally charged lyrics from his upcoming song Fuchsia Sea. Shared on social media along with a handwritten snippet, the lyrics appear to reveal Malik’s personal experiences with racial discrimination during his time in the globally popular boy band One Direction. One standout line that caught fan attention reads, “Cause I worked hard in a white band, and they

Nico Hulkenberg's long-awaited moment of glory came at the 2025 British Grand Prix, where he secured his first-ever Formula 1 podium after 239 race starts. Starting from 19th on the grid, Hulkenberg put on a masterclass in strategy and composure under mixed track conditions to finish third for Sauber, marking the team’s first podium in 13 years. The racing world celebrated his perseverance, but the emotional high took a surprising twist.

In a significant legislative move early in his second term, President Donald Trump signed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" into law during a celebratory Fourth of July ceremony at the White House. The bill, hailed by Trump as a fulfillment of several key campaign promises, introduces wide-reaching tax cuts, substantial boosts to military spending, and increases funding for immigration enforcement. The legislation also includes controversial reductions to Me

Each year on July 4, Americans unite to celebrate Independence Day, a moment of national pride that blends history, culture, and community. Known for fireworks, parades, barbecues, and red-white-and-blue festivities, the Fourth of July represents more than just a mid-summer holiday. It commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, a pivotal event that marked the United States' birth as a free and sovereign nation. The roots of Independence Day trace

A viral video of Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya singing Frank Sinatra’s iconic song "I Did It My Way" together at a lavish London party has sparked both curiosity and criticism. Hosted by Modi, the extravagant celebration attracted over 310 guests, including friends and family from across the globe. Among the attendees was former Royal Challengers Bengaluru cricketer Chris Gayle, who shared an Instagram story featuring a photograph with Modi and M

A groundbreaking new study has uncovered a crucial piece of Earth’s ancient climate puzzle, shedding light on one of the most significant climate disasters in history: the Permian–Triassic Mass Extinction, or the "Great Dying." Occurring around 252 million years ago, this event wiped out nearly 90% of life on Earth, leaving scientists to wonder why the planet remained in extreme heat for millions of years afterward, even after the volcani

Santa Clara County property values have reached a historic high, with the total net assessed value of real estate and personal property now approaching $726 billion. This rise, however, comes with a significant caveat: it reflects the county’s slowest year of growth in more than a decade. Economic uncertainty, mounting construction costs, and a steep drop in demand for commercial space have created strong headwinds for the region's development. Despite the record-setting

In a shocking incident, a lawyer representing the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) made a remark during a Madhya Pradesh High Court hearing that sparked public outrage. The remark, questioning why people left their homes early without work during a devastating 40-hour traffic jam on the Indore-Dewas highway, came under intense scrutiny after three people tragically lost their lives. The traffic jam, which involved over 4,000 vehicles stranded on the

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to make a historic communication from space with school students and scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on July 4, 2025. The interaction, which will take place via ham radio, is part of the ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) programme, designed to connect astronauts aboard the ISS with students around the world, inspiring the next generation of space explorers.

Indian cricketer Mohammad Shami has faced a significant legal setback as the Calcutta High Court ruled in favor of his estranged wife, Hasin Jahan, by increasing his monthly alimony payments to Rs 4 lakh. This new order mandates Shami to pay Rs 1.5 lakh per month for Hasin Jahan's personal maintenance and Rs 2.5 lakh for their minor daughter’s care and expenses. The ruling comes after Jahan appealed against

Pawan Kalyan, the celebrated Powerstar of Indian cinema, took to Twitter to offer his heartfelt congratulations to Kamal Haasan for being selected as a member of the prestigious Academy Awards 2025 committee. In his tweet, Pawan called it a proud moment for the entire Indian film industry, highlighting Kamal Haasan's enormous contributions to cinema across the globe. Pawan praised Kamal, often referred to as Ulag