US Coast Guard Seizes Record Cocaine Haul in Pacific
US Coast Guard snipers disable a 'go-fast' boat, seizing over 20,000 pounds of cocaine in a record bust. Details on Operation Pacific Viper and the escalating war on drug cartels.
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Cinnabon fires employee over racist video targeting Somali couple
A Cinnabon employee in Wisconsin was fired after a video showing racist harassment of a Somali couple went viral. The incident sparks outrage amid rising political rhetoric.
Chernobyl's Safety Shield Damaged by Drone Strike
The UN nuclear watchdog confirms the Chernobyl containment structure lost its primary safety functions after a February drone strike. Urgent repairs are needed to ensure long-term nuclear safety. Read the full report.
Trump Creates Task Forces to Investigate Food Supply Chain
Former US President Donald Trump signs an executive order to create task forces probing the food supply chain for anti-competitive practices. The AG and FTC may take enforcement action. Read for details.
Kabul coal prices surge despite ample local supply
Residents of Kabul decry a 50% surge in coal prices amid harsh winter, blaming middlemen and corruption despite Afghanistan's vast domestic reserves. Read more.
India Supports UN Vote to Renew UNRWA Mandate
India voted in favour of a UN General Assembly resolution to renew UNRWA's mandate for three years, supporting humanitarian aid in Gaza. Read the details and India's diplomatic stance.
Delhi-NCR: November 2023 Among Worst for Air Pollution
November 2023 emerged as a severe pollution month for Delhi-NCR, with all of India's top 10 most polluted cities in the region. Ghaziabad topped the list. Read the full analysis.
Flamingo City Navi Mumbai faces ecological crisis
Navi Mumbai's iconic flamingo habitats face destruction due to bureaucratic delays. Conservationists warn urgent action is needed to save the wetlands and the city's identity.
Farm Fires Contribute Only 7% to Delhi's Nov Pollution
New CREA data shows stubble burning's share in Delhi's PM2.5 fell to 7% in Nov 2025 from 20% last year, highlighting year-round pollution sources. Read the full analysis.
Gurgaon Air Quality Worsens to 'Very Poor' Category
Gurgaon's air quality deteriorated sharply, with AQI reaching 314. PM2.5 levels soared to 500 µg/m³ in Sector 51, posing severe health risks. Experts warn of poor air for the next six days.
Expert: Missing Coach Travis Turner's Body May Never Be Found
A law enforcement expert warns the search for missing Virginia coach Travis Turner, charged with child crimes, faces immense hurdles in dense Appalachian woods. A $5,000 reward is offered.
European Leaders to Meet Zelenskiy in London on Monday
Leaders of France, Germany, and the UK will meet Ukraine's President Zelenskiy in London to discuss US-led peace efforts after massive Russian attacks. Read the latest updates.
Tim Pool Reports Shooting at West Virginia Home
Podcaster Tim Pool reports a shooting at his Harpers Ferry home, sparking political reactions. The incident follows a viral episode with controversial claims. Details inside.
Bengaluru's Clean Air Lead Faces Sustainability Challenge
Bengaluru boasts the cleanest air among India's metros, yet data reveals a worrying decline. Can the city sustain its lead? Discover the factors at play.
Bamboo Shrimp Found in Karnataka After 7 Decades
Scientists confirm the rediscovery of the elusive bamboo shrimp in Karnataka, ending a 70-year absence. The last unverified sighting was in 1951. Read more about this ecological breakthrough.
US Civics Tour Sparks Protest in New Jersey School
US Education Secretary Linda McMahon's 'History Rocks!' civics tour faced organised protests in a New Jersey school over concerns of political indoctrination and lack of transparency. Read about the clash over patriotism in education.
Russian cosmonaut replaced in NASA-SpaceX ISS mission
Veteran cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev pulled from Crew-12 mission. Roscosmos confirms replacement by Andrei Fedyayev amid security speculation. Launch set for February 2026. Read the full story.
Bengal Tiger Sighted at 9,875 ft in Uttarakhand's Bageshwar
A Bengal tiger was captured on camera at over 9,875 ft in Sunderdhunga Glacier Valley, marking the highest sighting in Bageshwar. This discovery raises key questions about wildlife movement and habitat shifts in the Himalayas. Read more about this signifi
Ex-Colleague Slams Fans of CEO's Killer Luigi Mangione
A year after UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot dead in Manhattan, a former colleague condemns the attention given to his killer, Luigi Mangione. The case continues.
Protests in DC Against US Strikes on Venezuelan Boats
Dozens rallied outside the White House on Dec 7, 2025, protesting US military strikes on Venezuelan vessels. Demonstrators demand transparency and diplomatic solutions. Read the full report.
Survival Story from 1971 War: A Daughter's Account
A powerful account of survival during the 1971 war, detailing a family's resilience, loss, and the enduring human spirit. Read this moving true story of courage.
US Drug Strike Killed Survivors Waving for Help: Report
Exclusive details emerge of a controversial US strike in the Caribbean where survivors were killed in a follow-up attack. Lawmakers debate legality as Trump denies knowledge. Read the full investigation.
Pune Leopard Centre Severely Overcrowded, Violates Guidelines
Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre in Pune houses 113 leopards, double its capacity, forcing two big cats to share a single 250sqm enclosure. Officials cite a surge in human-animal conflicts. Read more.
Trump Dances YMCA at FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw in Washington
US President Donald Trump performed his signature YMCA dance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw, praising the Village People. The event highlighted unity with Canada and Mexico despite ongoing trade tariffs. Read the full story.
US Student Loan Caps: Nurses Face $100K Limit, Doctors $200K
New US student loan rules impose a $100,000 lifetime borrowing cap for nursing students, while medical students get $200,000. Healthcare groups warn this could worsen staff shortages and inequity. Details inside.
Outrage as NPS Drops MLK Day, Juneteenth for Trump's Birthday
The National Park Service faces backlash for removing MLK Day and Juneteenth from 2026 free-entry days, adding Flag Day which coincides with Donald Trump's birthday. Details on the new 'America-first' fees inside.
Lucknow coldest night at 7.6°C, Kanpur hits 5°C
Lucknow shivers as temperature dips to 7.6°C, the coldest this winter. Kanpur records 5°C. Weatherman predicts a brief rise before another cold spell from Tuesday. Read the full forecast.
Ahmedabad temperatures drop, colder days ahead
Ahmedabad and Gujarat experience a drop in minimum temperatures due to northeasterly winds. The IMD forecasts further cooling, with Naliya recording the lowest at 12.6°C. Get the full weather forecast.
Trichy's 11-acre public park delayed for new vegetable market
Trichy Corporation delays Panjapur park development until after ₹236 crore vegetable market is built, despite HC order. Environmentalists raise concerns over tree loss.
Nashik Protests Tree Felling for Sadhugram, First in 12 Years
Nashik citizens launch a multi-pronged protest against the proposed felling of 1,700 trees in Tapovan for Sadhugram. From clean-up drives to signature campaigns, the city unites to protect its green cover. Read more.
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