A small family-run restaurant in Jersey City has become a standout success story in the local dining scene, driven by determination, cultural pride, and an unlikely culinary journey. Korai Kitchen, the city’s first Bangladeshi restaurant, is operated by a mother-daughter duo whose path to national recognition began without formal training or professional kitchen experience. Chef and owner Nur-E Gulshan Rahman opened Korai Kitchen alongside her daughter, Nur-E Farhana, in February

Federal prosecutors have charged the founder of Irving-based Tricolor Holdings with orchestrating a years-long scheme that allegedly defrauded major lenders of nearly $1 billion, marking a dramatic collapse for a company once positioned as a key provider of auto loans to borrowers with poor credit histories. Authorities announced the charges Wednesday alongside the arrests of two former top executives and guilty pleas from two others. According to an indictment unsealed in federal c

California regulators have warned Tesla that its license to sell electric vehicles in the state could be temporarily suspended early next year unless the automaker revises how it markets its self-driving technology. The warning follows a legal decision concluding that Tesla misled consumers for years by overstating the capabilities of its driver assistance systems, particularly through the use of the terms Autopilot and Full Self-Driving. In a decision released late Tuesday, an admi

Pakistan’s request to reduce the 18 percent GST on condoms and other contraceptives has been rejected by the International Monetary Fund, leaving the government unable to make birth-control products cheaper in a period of rising population and financial pressure. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had asked the Federal Board of Revenue to approach the IMF for immediate approval to remove the tax, but the lender made it clear that such changes cannot be made mid-year and may only be considered du

Tension in Bangladesh has sharply escalated after India closed its visa centres in Rajshahi and Khulna, prompting violent protests and warnings of further unrest. Demonstrators clashed with security personnel near the Assistant High Commission of India in Rajshahi after attempting to march toward the compound. Protesters accused India of injustice and went so far as to threaten bloodshed, saying they would use swords or other weapons if necessary. The situation has alarmed authorities on both

A migratory seagull carrying a Chinese-made GPS tracking device was found along Karnataka’s Karwar coast, raising questions due to the location’s proximity to the strategic INS Kadamba naval base. Locals first spotted the bird near Timmakka Garden in Uttara Kannada district and alerted the marine division of the forest department. The discovery drew attention because INS Kadamba hosts key Indian Navy assets and is undergoing expansion that will make it one of the largest naval bases in th

Karnataka deputy chief minister and senior Congress MLA DK Shivakumar has stirred a new political flashpoint by challenging the BJP-led central government to remove Mahatma Gandhi’s image from Indian currency notes. His remarks came during a protest against the Centre’s decision to alter the rural employment scheme named after Gandhi, a move Congress leaders argue undermines the legacy of the Father of the Nation. Shivakumar accused the BJP of playing with constitutional values

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has been selected for the prestigious Business Reformer of the Year award by The Economic Times, earning nationwide recognition for his push to transform the state into a major investment destination. The award highlights the renewed momentum in business policy, infrastructure development and industrial expansion under his leadership. With a strong focus on investor confidence and governance reforms, Naidu has positioned Andhra Pradesh as a key

The Telangana Panchayat elections revealed two major political trends shaping the state’s future. Congress, under the leadership of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, has solidified its position as the dominant force across the state. With over 52 percent of the seats, the party’s rural and semi-urban appeal has clearly expanded. These results reflect continued voter trust since the 2023 Assembly victory, confirming Congress as the strongest political presence in Telangana. On the ot

The debate surrounding censorship on OTT platforms in India has intensified in recent years, with discussions rising over the language, visuals, and narrative formats used in digital entertainment. As the popularity of online streaming surged, so did public and political scrutiny, raising questions about whether OTT content would come under the same certification framework as theatrical releases. For a period, there were reports hinting at the possibility of the Central Board of Film Certific

A children’s costume sold through Amazon has been recalled after federal safety officials determined it contains prohibited toxic chemicals, prompting an urgent warning to parents and caregivers. The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall on Dec. 11, advising consumers to immediately remove the costume from children’s access and destroy it to prevent potential harm. The recall involves SKCAIHT-branded costumes designed to resemble mermaid or princess outfit

A school bus crash in Moorestown left ten people injured Tuesday afternoon after a collision at a busy local intersection, according to authorities. The accident occurred at the intersection of Borton Landing Road and Hartford Road, an area frequently traveled by school transportation vehicles and commuters during afternoon hours. Police said the crash involved a school bus carrying students and a passenger vehicle. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene shortly after the

WASHINGTON — A symbolic farewell is being planned in the nation’s capital this weekend as residents gather to mark the end of US penny production, following the federal government’s decision to stop minting the one-cent coin. The event, scheduled for Saturday at the Lincoln Memorial, reflects a mix of civic ritual, historical reflection, and public response to a monetary change that closes a chapter stretching back more than two centuries. Organizers describe the gathering as

The Union government has asked Congress leader Sonia Gandhi to return a large collection of letters and papers belonging to India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, asserting that the documents are part of the nation’s documentary heritage and cannot be treated as private family property. The clarification was issued by the Ministry of Culture amid a political row over claims that Nehru-related papers were missing from the Prime Ministers Museum and Library in New Delhi. A

Scientists have achieved a historic medical breakthrough by successfully curing a form of blood cancer that was long considered incurable. Researchers from University College London and Great Ormond Street Hospital have used a revolutionary technology known as DNA base editing to treat T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, a rare and aggressive cancer that primarily affects children and young adults. This marks the first time base-edited cells have been used in humans to achieve long-term can

The Akkineni family once again earned widespread appreciation for its continued commitment to education and social responsibility. Veteran actor Akkineni Nagarjuna made a generous donation of ₹2 crore to ANR College in Gudivada, Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant contribution during the institution’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The donation will be used primarily to provide scholarships to deserving students, helping them pursue higher education without financial burden.

Tucker Genal, a social media content creator known for his comedy skits, challenges, and collaborative videos on TikTok, has died at the age of 31, according to authorities in Los Angeles County. The County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner stated that Genal died by suicide at his residence on Thursday, December 11, 2025. No further details were disclosed by officials. Genal’s death was confirmed publicly by his brothers, Carson and Connor, through a joint message shared o

U.S. crude oil prices fell to their lowest level since May on Tuesday, deepening a prolonged downturn that has put the market on track for its weakest annual performance in seven years. The decline reflects growing concerns over a looming supply surplus and shifting expectations around geopolitical risks, particularly the possibility of a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia. West Texas Intermediate crude briefly dropped to $55.69 per barrel, while global benchmark Brent crude

Two women from New York are facing shoplifting charges after police say they stole more than $9,000 worth of merchandise from multiple stores at the Garden State Plaza mall in Paramus, New Jersey. Authorities allege the thefts took place Monday afternoon and involved a coordinated effort to bypass store security systems. According to police, the suspects, identified as Jenai Crawford and Shanique Roberts, were observed moving between several retail locations inside the mall and repe