Meta Platforms has announced the launch of its first-ever Gaming Accelerator program in India, signaling a major investment in the country’s growing game development ecosystem. The program, which targets small and medium game developers and studios, aims to empower Indian talent with cutting-edge tools, AI support, and access to venture capital, placing them on the global gaming map. In the accelerator’s

A massive crowd of approximately 5,000 people lined the stretch of Dublin Boulevard from Interstate 680 to Dougherty Road on Saturday, participating in the Bay Area’s only No Kings Protest, a global movement sparked by ongoing concerns over immigration enforcement and authoritarian leadership. Organized by Indivisible Tri-Valley, the demonstration was a loud and visual statement against U.S. Immigration and Cus

Ravichandran Ashwin and his Tamil Nadu Premier League franchise Dindigul Dragons have been officially cleared of ball-tampering allegations following a formal investigation by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA). The accusations were initially made by Siechem Madurai Panthers after their nine-wicket defeat to the Dragons in a TNPL 2025 fixture on June 14 at the Salem Cricket Foundation Ground. The Madurai Panth

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly declared that Iran’s Islamic regime views US President Donald Trump as “enemy number one” and is actively seeking to assassinate him. Netanyahu made these claims during an interview with Fox News, emphasizing Trump’s decisive leadership in opposing Iran’s nuclear ambitions. According to Netanyahu, Trump’s termination of the Iran nuclear deal and the killing of Irani

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed the wedding of his son, Avner Netanyahu, amid escalating missile attacks from Iran and mounting public protests. The wedding, originally scheduled for Monday at Ronit’s Farm in Kibbutz Yakum near Tel Aviv, became a point of controversy as many Israelis expressed outrage over celebrations during a national crisis. Anti-government demonstrators condemned the Netanyahu family for planning festivities w

  A large-scale protest unfolded across the Bay Area on Saturday as part of the growing No Kings movement, where organizers sought to send a powerful visual message by forming a seven-mile-long human chain along El Camino Real. Stretching from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto, the event, called “7x7K,” was organized to oppose what participants describe as authoritarian-leaning policies from former President Donald Trump and to demonstrate strong public support for democratic

  Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside the Ohio Statehouse on Friday evening to participate in a peaceful protest as part of the growing national “No Kings” movement. The protest in downtown Columbus was one of several planned across the country in response to what participants described as increasingly authoritarian rhetoric coming from former President Donald Trump. Organizers and attendees expressed concern about recent messages and imagery associated with

Concerns about teen violence are growing in Columbus after a recent shooting involving three teenagers near a recreational center in the southern part of the city. In response, local leaders have taken action to expand resources and support systems aimed at keeping young people safe and engaged throughout the summer months. Earlier this month, Columbus committed $28 million in funding to support over 100 youth summer programs citywide. These initiatives are designed to reduce yout

On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the loss of 241 lives onboard and at least 28 fatalities on the ground. The aircraft crashed into a residential area housing medical students in Meghaninagar, Ahmedabad, causing widespread

In Austin, Texas, public school advocates are voicing strong opposition to the Austin Independent School District's proposed "turnaround" plan for three underperforming middle schools Dobie, Burnet, and Webb. On Thursday, ATX United for Public Schools, a coalition of parents, staff, and educators, staged a protest demanding transparency, job security for teachers, and more time to explore alternatives to disruptive reform.

Following the tragic crash of an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that killed over 265 people in Ahmedabad, US transportation authorities have said there is no immediate reason to ground the aircraft type globally. The fatal incident, one of the worst aviation disasters in the last decade, occurred shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The aircraft plummeted into a nearby building, killing passengers, crew, and people on th

Rumors of a slowdown in Hyderabad’s real estate market have been circulating since Revanth Reddy assumed office as Telangana's Chief Minister. However, recent developments suggest quite the opposite. The Telangana Housing Board's latest land auction in Kukatpally Housing Board (KPHB) Phase 7 tells a compelling story of a market not just surviving but thriving. During the auction held at the local commun

OpenAI has announced the launch of its most advanced reasoning model yet o3 Pro for ChatGPT Pro and Team users. The new release is accompanied by a major price reduction of 80% on the standard o3 model, now priced at $2 per million input tokens and $8 for output tokens. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed the price cut and hinted that o3 Pro pricing will also reflect its strong performance-to-cost ratio.

In an unprecedented show of domestic force, President Donald Trump has deployed more military personnel to Los Angeles than currently stationed in Iraq and Syria combined. A total of 4,700 troops including over 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines have been sent to quell immigration-related protests that have rocked the city for six consecutive days. For comparison, the Pentagon confirms that only 2,000 troops remain in Syria and 2,500 in Iraq.

Los Angeles has become the heart of mounting protests against U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration policies. With nearly 900,000 undocumented immigrants and one of the most diverse populations in America, the city is feeling the brunt of intensified enforcement efforts. Sprawling across Southern California, Los Angeles County is home to 10 million people 27% of California's total population.

FIFA’s newly expanded Club World Cup kicks off this weekend in the United States, featuring 32 elite football teams and a staggering $1 billion in total prize money. But as the glitzy competition begins, questions loom about its long-term impact on players, domestic leagues, and the global football ecosystem. With top European clubs like PSG, Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Manchester City participating, the tournament offers a payday of up to $125 million for

A protest in downtown Los Angeles over federal immigration raids escalated into violent chaos Monday night, with masked looters targeting multiple businesses, including a high-profile break-in at an Apple Store. Videos shared widely on social media showed individuals smashing the store's windows, stealing electronic products, and defacing the building with graffiti. The unrest marks a dramatic shift from what beg

In a controversial and incendiary statement, US House Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday called for California Governor Gavin Newsom to be "tarred and feathered" amid intensifying political clashes over the federal government’s deployment of troops to Los Angeles. Johnson made the comment during a House Republican leadership press conference, where he stopped short of advocating Newsom’s arrest but said the governor should be publicly punish

An emergency curfew was imposed in downtown Los Angeles as the city faced a fifth consecutive day of protests sparked by recent federal immigration raids. U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of hundreds of U.S. Marines to control the escalating unrest, triggering backlash from California state officials. Despite opposition from Governor Gavin Newsom and other leaders, Trump activated 4,000 National Guard troops, asserting that the situation

The iconic Chenab Rail Bridge, now recognized as the world’s highest railway bridge at 359 meters above the Chenab River, has not only become a symbol of India’s engineering might but also a milestone in gender inclusion in infrastructure leadership. At the heart of this achievement is Dr G Madhavi Latha, an accomplished professor at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, whose 17-year dedication made this feat possible.