Iran launched a large-scale counter-attack targeting United States military bases across the Middle East, with several strikes also reported in the United Arab Emirates, triggering panic in major cities including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Explosions were heard in multiple locations on Saturday, prompting emergency responses and heightened security across the Gulf region. Authorities confirmed that precautionary evacuations were carried out in several high-profile locations, including the Burj Khalifa
Iran launched a large-scale counter-attack targeting United States military bases across the Middle East, with several strikes also reported in the United Arab Emirates, triggering panic in major cities including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Explosions were heard in multiple locations on Saturday, prompting emergency responses and heightened security across the Gulf region. Authorities confirmed that precautionary evacuations were carried out in several high-profile locations, including the Burj Khalifa
The United States and Israel have launched large-scale military strikes on Iran, triggering a rapid escalation that has pushed West Asia toward a wider conflict. US President Donald Trump announced the start of major combat operations, while calling on the Iranian public to oppose their leadership. Within hours, Iran responded with missile attacks targeting Israeli positions and US military facilities across the region, raising fears of a prolonged confrontation. Explosions were reported in
The United States and Israel have launched large-scale military strikes on Iran, triggering a rapid escalation that has pushed West Asia toward a wider conflict. US President Donald Trump announced the start of major combat operations, while calling on the Iranian public to oppose their leadership. Within hours, Iran responded with missile attacks targeting Israeli positions and US military facilities across the region, raising fears of a prolonged confrontation. Explosions were reported in
The Santa Cruz Wharf is set to fully reopen this spring, more than a year after a powerful winter storm caused significant damage to the historic structure. The repairs mark an important milestone for the coastal city, which relies heavily on tourism and visitor activity along its waterfront. The wharf, originally built more than a century ago, remains one of the most recognized landmarks on the California coast and a major attraction for both residents and travelers. City officials confirme
The Santa Cruz Wharf is set to fully reopen this spring, more than a year after a powerful winter storm caused significant damage to the historic structure. The repairs mark an important milestone for the coastal city, which relies heavily on tourism and visitor activity along its waterfront. The wharf, originally built more than a century ago, remains one of the most recognized landmarks on the California coast and a major attraction for both residents and travelers. City officials confirme
City officials in Fremont, California, announced that DoorDash will begin rolling out its autonomous delivery robots in the city as part of a phased program expected to expand over the coming months. The initiative will introduce small robotic delivery units designed to operate safely on sidewalks, bike lanes, and neighborhood streets while completing short-distance food and package deliveries. The project marks another step in the growth of robot delivery and urban mobility technology in Cal
City officials in Fremont, California, announced that DoorDash will begin rolling out its autonomous delivery robots in the city as part of a phased program expected to expand over the coming months. The initiative will introduce small robotic delivery units designed to operate safely on sidewalks, bike lanes, and neighborhood streets while completing short-distance food and package deliveries. The project marks another step in the growth of robot delivery and urban mobility technology in Cal
The United States and Israel carried out a coordinated military operation against Iran on February 28, marking a sharp escalation in West Asia tensions and raising concerns about a wider regional conflict. Officials familiar with the development said the strikes were aimed at key military and political targets, including locations linked to Iran’s leadership and nuclear programme. Iranian authorities later responded with missile attacks targeting Israeli territory and facilities used by US for
The United States and Israel carried out a coordinated military operation against Iran on February 28, marking a sharp escalation in West Asia tensions and raising concerns about a wider regional conflict. Officials familiar with the development said the strikes were aimed at key military and political targets, including locations linked to Iran’s leadership and nuclear programme. Iranian authorities later responded with missile attacks targeting Israeli territory and facilities used by US for
Iran launched large-scale retaliatory strikes on Saturday after the United States and Israel carried out coordinated military attacks on multiple targets across Iranian territory following the collapse of recent nuclear negotiations held in Oman and Switzerland. The joint offensive, described by Israel as Operation Roaring Lion and by the United States as Operation Epic Fury, reportedly struck more than 30 locations, including government facilities in Tehran and sites suspected of involvement in
Iran launched large-scale retaliatory strikes on Saturday after the United States and Israel carried out coordinated military attacks on multiple targets across Iranian territory following the collapse of recent nuclear negotiations held in Oman and Switzerland. The joint offensive, described by Israel as Operation Roaring Lion and by the United States as Operation Epic Fury, reportedly struck more than 30 locations, including government facilities in Tehran and sites suspected of involvement in
The collapse of the Geneva nuclear talks on February 26, 2026, marked a decisive setback in months of diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the long-running dispute over Iran’s nuclear program. Mediators had earlier indicated that progress was being made, but negotiations ultimately failed after both sides refused to compromise on core demands. Officials confirmed that technical-level discussions were scheduled to continue in Vienna, though the situation deteriorated rapidly following milit
The collapse of the Geneva nuclear talks on February 26, 2026, marked a decisive setback in months of diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the long-running dispute over Iran’s nuclear program. Mediators had earlier indicated that progress was being made, but negotiations ultimately failed after both sides refused to compromise on core demands. Officials confirmed that technical-level discussions were scheduled to continue in Vienna, though the situation deteriorated rapidly following milit
Creekview Middle School in Fort Worth was closed Friday following a norovirus outbreak that sickened an unspecified number of students and staff, according to Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD officials. District leaders said the temporary school closure was necessary to allow for deep cleaning and campus sanitization after cases of a stomach virus continued to rise throughout the week. The first reports of illness surfaced Tuesday, when several students began experiencing symptoms consistent with
Creekview Middle School in Fort Worth was closed Friday following a norovirus outbreak that sickened an unspecified number of students and staff, according to Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD officials. District leaders said the temporary school closure was necessary to allow for deep cleaning and campus sanitization after cases of a stomach virus continued to rise throughout the week. The first reports of illness surfaced Tuesday, when several students began experiencing symptoms consistent with
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
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
Residents of the San Ramon Valley are set to hear from a seismologist about a recent surge in earthquake activity that has drawn attention across the region. A researcher from the Berkeley Seismological Laboratory will speak Friday at the San Ramon Community Center, addressing why nearly 100 earthquakes have been recorded in the valley over the past 30 days. The most significant event occurred on the morning of February 2, when a magnitude 4.2 tremor shook the area. The quake was wi
Residents of the San Ramon Valley are set to hear from a seismologist about a recent surge in earthquake activity that has drawn attention across the region. A researcher from the Berkeley Seismological Laboratory will speak Friday at the San Ramon Community Center, addressing why nearly 100 earthquakes have been recorded in the valley over the past 30 days. The most significant event occurred on the morning of February 2, when a magnitude 4.2 tremor shook the area. The quake was wi
Iran has denied inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency access to several nuclear sites struck during a 12-day conflict involving Israel and the United States in June, according to a confidential report circulated among member states. The development has left the UN watchdog unable to verify the status of Tehran’s uranium enrichment activities or confirm the size and location of its enriched uranium stockpile. In its latest assessment, the Vienna-based nuclear monit
Iran has denied inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency access to several nuclear sites struck during a 12-day conflict involving Israel and the United States in June, according to a confidential report circulated among member states. The development has left the UN watchdog unable to verify the status of Tehran’s uranium enrichment activities or confirm the size and location of its enriched uranium stockpile. In its latest assessment, the Vienna-based nuclear monit
Actor Vijay's wife, Sangeeta Sornalingam, has filed for divorce after 25 years of marriage, accusing him of infidelity and cruelty. The couple, who married in August 1999, share two children—Jason Sanjay and Divya Shasha. Sangeeta’s petition for divorce, filed under the Special Marriage Act of 1954, claims that Vijay's extramarital affair with an actress was the main reason for her decision to seek legal separation. In her petition, Sangeeta alleges that she discovered Vijay’s
Actor Vijay's wife, Sangeeta Sornalingam, has filed for divorce after 25 years of marriage, accusing him of infidelity and cruelty. The couple, who married in August 1999, share two children—Jason Sanjay and Divya Shasha. Sangeeta’s petition for divorce, filed under the Special Marriage Act of 1954, claims that Vijay's extramarital affair with an actress was the main reason for her decision to seek legal separation. In her petition, Sangeeta alleges that she discovered Vijay’s
Kalvakuntla Kavitha, once infamously known as the Lady in Liquor Scam, has been officially acquitted by the CBI court in Delhi, clearing her of all charges related to the Delhi liquor scam case. This major legal victory for Kavitha comes after a series of intense political attacks and prolonged legal proceedings. Despite being accused and publicly scrutinized, the court determined there was a lack of criminal evidence to substantiate the allegations against her. The accusations
Kalvakuntla Kavitha, once infamously known as the Lady in Liquor Scam, has been officially acquitted by the CBI court in Delhi, clearing her of all charges related to the Delhi liquor scam case. This major legal victory for Kavitha comes after a series of intense political attacks and prolonged legal proceedings. Despite being accused and publicly scrutinized, the court determined there was a lack of criminal evidence to substantiate the allegations against her. The accusations
In a significant legal development, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia have been discharged from the Delhi excise policy case. A Delhi court ruled that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) failed to provide substantial evidence to support the serious charges against the two leaders. The court highlighted the lack of material evidence to substantiate the allegations against Kejriwal. It emphasized that serious charges, such as th
In a significant legal development, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia have been discharged from the Delhi excise policy case. A Delhi court ruled that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) failed to provide substantial evidence to support the serious charges against the two leaders. The court highlighted the lack of material evidence to substantiate the allegations against Kejriwal. It emphasized that serious charges, such as th
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda recently extended a formal wedding invitation to Union Home Minister Amit Shah ahead of their much-anticipated wedding in Udaipur. The meeting took place in New Delhi, just days before the couple's wedding at ITC Momentos on February 26, 2026. The celebrity duo, known for their strong presence in the Indian film industry, handed over a silver Ganesh idol inside a beautifully crafted box to Amit Shah, along with a formal wedding invitation card. Their wa
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda recently extended a formal wedding invitation to Union Home Minister Amit Shah ahead of their much-anticipated wedding in Udaipur. The meeting took place in New Delhi, just days before the couple's wedding at ITC Momentos on February 26, 2026. The celebrity duo, known for their strong presence in the Indian film industry, handed over a silver Ganesh idol inside a beautifully crafted box to Amit Shah, along with a formal wedding invitation card. Their wa
Pakistan on Friday declared what it described as an “open war” against Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities following a sharp escalation in cross-border fighting that has heightened fears of a broader regional conflict. The announcement came as reports of explosions and heavy gunfire emerged from Kabul and Kandahar, underscoring the deteriorating security situation along the frontier. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Islamabad’s patience had been exhausted after months of mou
Pakistan on Friday declared what it described as an “open war” against Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities following a sharp escalation in cross-border fighting that has heightened fears of a broader regional conflict. The announcement came as reports of explosions and heavy gunfire emerged from Kabul and Kandahar, underscoring the deteriorating security situation along the frontier. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Islamabad’s patience had been exhausted after months of mou
AUSTIN, Texas — Primary elections across Texas are set for Tuesday, and newly released polling suggests several high-profile contests could extend into runoff elections as candidates vie for their party nominations in key statewide races. According to data from the Texas Politics Project, the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate remains highly competitive. The poll indicates that Attorney General Ken Paxton holds a narrow lead with 36% support among likely Republican primary vot
AUSTIN, Texas — Primary elections across Texas are set for Tuesday, and newly released polling suggests several high-profile contests could extend into runoff elections as candidates vie for their party nominations in key statewide races. According to data from the Texas Politics Project, the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate remains highly competitive. The poll indicates that Attorney General Ken Paxton holds a narrow lead with 36% support among likely Republican primary vot