The Transamerica Pyramid, one of San Francisco’s most recognizable landmarks, has been sold in a major commercial real estate transaction that signals a shift in ownership strategy for the iconic property. Cyprus-based investment firm Yoda Plc announced the acquisition this week, purchasing the 48-story tower along with two adjacent buildings for $691.6 million. The total transaction value reached approximately $725 million after final settlements and associated costs. The deal repr

Scotland’s recent international break has raised fresh concerns ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following back-to-back 1-0 defeats against Japan and Ivory Coast. The matches, played as part of final preparations, provided manager Steve Clarke with one of his last opportunities to evaluate fringe players before finalizing his squad. Despite the importance of these fixtures, few players delivered standout performances, leaving several selection questions unresolved. Established st

Mumbai Indians started their IPL 2026 campaign with a strong and confident win against Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium, ending a 13-year wait for a victory in their opening match. Chasing a big target of 221 runs, they comfortably reached 224 for 4 in just 19.1 overs, making it their highest successful chase in IPL history. Rohit Sharma played a brilliant innings, beginning carefully and then accelerating with powerful shots. He scored 78 runs and reached his half-century

Iran has claimed responsibility for a major missile and drone strike targeting a US-operated military facility in Saudi Arabia, escalating tensions in the already volatile Middle East region. According to reports from Iranian state media, the attack struck the Prince Sultan Air Base, a key installation use

In today’s IPL 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), RCB players will wear black armbands to honor the memory of the 11 fans who tragically died in a stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium last year during celebrations for the franchise's first IPL title. This heartfelt gesture highlights the emotional connection between the team and its supporters. As the match kicks off, both teams will be looking to m

​MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s government announced on Friday, March 28, 2026, that it has identified signs of life for roughly one-third of the country’s 130,000 registered missing persons, a finding that immediately drew criticism from search groups and human rights advocates who questioned the methodology and intent behind the report. According to officials, a review of government databases—including vaccination records, civil registries, and tax filings—revealed that 40,367 individu

A county judge in Texas has been found guilty on two counts of money laundering, marking a major development in a high-profile campaign finance case. KP George, the first Indian-origin judge in Fort Bend County, was convicted of third-degree felony charges and now faces up to 10 years in prison. He is expected to be removed from office following his sentencing. The case traces back to financial activities between 2019 and 2022, when George was actively raising and managing campaign

A woman employed at Tesla’s gigafactory in Austin has filed a lawsuit against the company, claiming it failed to maintain a safe workplace after she was allegedly assaulted by a coworker months before he was accused in a deadly shooting on Sixth Street. The lawsuit was filed by 65-year-old Lillian Mendoza Brady, who said she first realized the identity of the man she claims attacked her when she saw his name reported in news coverage of the fatal shooting in Austin’s entertainment distri

Residents across Dubai experienced widespread panic after receiving emergency alerts on their mobile phones warning of a possible missile threat on Friday. The alerts were issued amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, where Iran has launched missile and drone attacks targeting United States military installations across several Gulf countries during the past week. According to the notification sent to residents, people were advised to remain cautious, avoid unnecessary outdoor movement

The United States military has deployed a new drone strike capability in the Middle East as part of its ongoing operations against the Islamic State. Speaking during a briefing on Operation Epic Fury, the commander of United States Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper, confirmed that the US has begun using drones designed on the model of Iran’s Shahed-136 unmanned aerial vehicle. The system is intended to strengthen Washington’s ability to conduct precision strikes while countering milita

Fans planning to attend the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo concerts are being urged to purchase tickets only through official channels to avoid scams and costly mistakes. Last year, several attendees were misled by third-party sellers, with some arriving to find that the times printed on their tickets were incorrect, causing them to miss the concerts entirely. Rodeo officials advise that tickets purchased from unofficial sources cannot be verified, and the rodeo cannot provide assistance if is

Protesters gathered Saturday outside the federal building in San Francisco to denounce recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, assembling less than a day after the military action was announced. Demonstrators later marched through downtown streets, chanting anti-war slogans and calling for an end to U.S. involvement in the Middle East. Participants carried signs criticizing military spending, condemning both major political parties, and expressing opposition to immigration enforcement and forei

San Francisco’s teachers union has overwhelmingly approved a new two-year labor agreement, marking the end of a recent strike and setting the stage for changes in pay, benefits, and school funding across the district. Members of the United Educators of San Francisco, which represents about 6,000 teachers, aides, counselors, social workers, and other school employees, voted by a large margin to ratify the contract valued at approximately $183 million. The agreement follows a four-day work stopp

The Sunset Night Market is set to return to San Francisco on Friday, marking its comeback after a year-long hiatus and bringing renewed energy to the Outer Sunset neighborhood. The highly anticipated event will once again transform Irving Street into a vibrant hub of activity, spanning multiple blocks from 20th Avenue to 25th Avenue. Organizers say this year’s reopening is especially significant as it coincides with Lunar New Year celebrations, adding a festive cultural dimension to the eve

India has issued a fresh advisory for its citizens residing in or travelling to Mexico following reports of ongoing clashes and heightened security operations in several regions of the country. The Indian Embassy in Mexico City released the alert on Sunday, urging Indian nationals to exercise extreme caution and limit their movement until the situation stabilizes. According to the advisory shared by the embassy, individuals currently in Jalisco state, including Puerto Vallarta, Chap

Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho” and long regarded by authorities as one of the world’s most dangerous drug cartel leaders, has been killed during a Mexican military operation in the western state of Jalisco, officials confirmed Sunday. According to a statement from Mexico’s Defense Ministry, the CJNG chief was shot while troops attempted to capture him and later died while being transported to Mexico City. Cervantes led the Jalisco New Generati

Russia temporarily suspended operations at all four of Moscow’s international airports on Sunday following a wave of Ukrainian drone attacks that triggered heightened air safety concerns, officials said. The restrictions were imposed in the afternoon after Russian air defence systems reported intercepting multiple unmanned aerial vehicles approaching the capital. The federal aviation agency Rosaviatsia announced that flight operations were limited at Domodedovo, Vnukovo, Zhukovsky

Russian President Vladimir Putin met Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez at the Kremlin on Wednesday, using the talks to sharply criticize the latest United States sanctions on Havana and reaffirm Moscow’s support for its long-time Caribbean ally. The meeting took place against the backdrop of intensifying economic pressure on Cuba and growing geopolitical tensions over the island’s energy supplies. According to official statements, Putin described the newly imposedestrictio

A construction worker died Tuesday a