Veteran emerging markets investor Mark Mobius has shifted nearly all of his investments into cash, citing ongoing global trade tensions and market uncertainty. In an interview with Bloomberg Television, Mobius said that he currently has around 95% of his funds in cash, declaring that “cash is king” as the global economy navigates unstable trade dynamics. Mobius, who has over three decades of experience investing across developing markets and co-founded Mobius Capital P

Singer Neha Kakkar has taken to social media days after facing intense criticism surrounding her controversial concert in Melbourne earlier this year. The March concert gained widespread attention after it was reported that Kakkar refused to perform in front of a crowd of just 700 people, resulting in a delayed and chaotic event. While the organisers have blamed the singer and her team for the confusion, Kakkar has now broken her silence through a cryptic yet emotionally charged Instagram pos

India’s top security and political leadership gathered for back-to-back high-level meetings on Wednesday to discuss the country’s evolving strategy following the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 tourists were killed. With tensions rising between India and Pakistan, the government’s response has included hard-hitting diplomatic and policy-level decisions, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prim

 California agricultural officials have begun releasing millions of sterile Mediterranean fruit flies, known as Medflies, across Alameda County in a strategic attempt to eradicate the destructive pest that reemerged in the region in the summer of 2024. Though the discovery sparked alarm, experts now say this latest move may signal not the start of an outbreak, but potentially its end. The Medfly is considered one of the most dangerous agricultural pests in the world due to it

The City of Houston spent $180 million from its general fund on purchasing goods and services during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, according to newly released public financial records. Overseeing that massive flow of public funds was the Strategic Procurement Division of the Finance Department, which itself cost about $9.5 million to operate last year. City officials emphasize that purchasing within a government body like Houston is far different from everyday consumer spending. Unlik

The Dallas Independent School District (DISD) is mourning the loss of one of its most influential leaders. Nolan Estes, who served as Dallas ISD superintendent from 1968 to 1978, passed away over the weekend at the age of 94, the district announced. The cause of his death has not been publicly disclosed. Nolan Estes began his career in education as a math and science teacher in Waco, Texas. His leadership skills and dedication to improving education quickly propelled him through various admin

San Jose is preparing for a major May Day demonstration on Thursday, where thousands of people are expected to participate in a large-scale march in support of immigrant and workers' rights. Recognized globally on May 1st, May Day has long served as a day of unity and protest for laborers and immigrant communities, and this year’s event is expected to reflect heightened energy and turnout due to the ongoing national dialogue surrounding immigration policies and labor equity.

In a historic political event, Mark Carney has led Canada's Liberal Party to victory in the 2025 federal election, securing a rare fourth consecutive term for the Liberals. According to projections by Canadian public broadcasters CBC and CTV News, the Liberals will form the next government, although it remains uncertain whether they have achieved an outright majority in parliament. Carney, a 60-year-old former central bank governor for both Britain and Canada, only recently asce

Officials in San Francisco have announced plans to restart a previously suspended electronic monitoring program for individuals awaiting trial, following a decision by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The move marks a significant shift in the city's criminal justice policy, focusing on improving public safety while navigating legal boundaries. The city’s sheriff confirmed that the monitoring program would resume, reversing its earlier suspension due to legal challenges surrounding w

In a tragic turn of events, actor Rohit Basfore, who was set to appear in the much-anticipated series 'The Family Man 3', was found dead at Garbhanga Waterfalls near Guwahati on Sunday, April 27. The incident has left the entertainment industry and his fans shocked, as details surrounding his death continue to emerge. According to officials from the Rani Police Outpost, Basfore had gone to the scenic Garbhanga Waterfalls for a picnic with nine of his colleagues. The outing t

The countdown to the most glamorous night in fashion has officially begun. The 2025 Met Gala, scheduled for May 5, promises to be a landmark event, especially for Indian representation on the international stage. The Met Gala is held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, bringing together a star-studded lineup of actors, designers, models, and influencers from around the world. This year's theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” has already sparked cu

In a spectacular display of cosmic alignment, NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) captured rare and stunning images of a solar eclipse visible only from space. This event, known as a "lunar transit," took place on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Unlike solar eclipses witnessed from Earth, this particular event was not visible to ground-based observers. The moon passed between the SDO and the sun, covering approximately 23% of the sun’s surface, creating a dramatic yet serene

In a heartbreaking development, Vanshika, an Indian student living in Canada, has been found dead under mysterious circumstances. The Indian High Commission in Ottawa confirmed her death in an official statement, noting that local authorities are currently investigating the cause. The tragic discovery comes just days after Vanshika was reported missing, raising serious concerns among the Indian community in Ottawa and her family back home in India. Vanshika, daughter of Devinder Sin

Canadians voted on Monday to elect their next Prime Minister as the country confronts a renewed wave of tensions with the United States, fueled by President Donald Trump’s threats of annexation and a continuing trade war. On election day itself, Trump’s comments sparked outrage across Canada, with political leaders from all major parties rebuking his statements. As of the latest projections from CTV News and CBC, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s ruling Liberal Party is

The Wankhede Stadium witnessed a momentous evening on Sunday as Mumbai Indians (MI) clinched a vital win against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), with Jasprit Bumrah leading the charge. Supported from the stands by his wife Sanjana Ganesan and their son Angad, Bumrah delivered a stellar performance, picking up four crucial wickets and electrifying the crowd with his game-changing spells. The occasion was made even more special as shutterbugs captured a fleeting glimpse of little Angad in the stand

The age of artificial intelligence is not just transforming industries like coding, data analysis, and manufacturing — it is rapidly making its way into the highly specialized world of healthcare. According to tech visionary Elon Musk, the next major disruption AI will bring is in the field of surgery, where robots will soon outperform even the most skilled human surgeons. Responding to a post on X (formerly Twitter) by entrepreneur Mario Nawfal, Musk said, “Robots will

In a landmark defense agreement, India has signed a Rs 63,000 crore government-to-government deal with France to procure 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets, aimed at strengthening the Indian Navy’s combat capabilities amid rising maritime challenges posed by China in the Indo-Pacific region. The contract was signed under an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA), ensuring direct procurement without any intermediaries. The agreement covers the delivery of 22 single-seater Rafale-M jets and four t

Senior TDP leader and Sarvepalli MLA Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy has made serious allegations against the previous YCP government, claiming that transactions worth ₹1.30 lakh crore took place in liquor shops during their tenure. Speaking to the media, Somireddy pointed out that this staggering volume of cash-based transactions could potentially set a world record for the highest number of cash dealings in the liquor business, especially at a time when the entire country has moved toward di

In a historic announcement, Bishop T.D. Jakes revealed Sunday morning that Pastors Touré Roberts and Sarah Jakes Roberts will become the new senior pastors of The Potter’s House, the globally recognized megachurch based in Dallas, Texas. The transition will not happen immediately but is set to take place later in 2025. Bishop Jakes, who founded The Potter’s House in 1996 and has led it for nearly 30 years, will be stepping away from daily pastoral duties, while continuing t

Following the devastating terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives, India has taken a historic decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960. Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil, after a key meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah and top officials, announced that India will ensure "not even a drop" of Indus River water reaches Pakistan. This move is being seen as a firm and justified response to sustained cross-border terrorism, signaling a major shi