On May 13, 2025, an Israeli airstrike targeted the Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, resulting in the death of Palestinian photojournalist Hassan Aslih. Aslih was receiving treatment for injuries sustained in a previous attack when the hospital’s surgical wing was struck. The Israeli military stated that the strike aimed at a Hamas “command…
Alphabet Inc.’s Google is facing damage claims of at least €12 billion from numerous price comparison platforms across the European Union. These sites accuse the tech giant of diverting their customers by abusing its dominance in search and advertising, according to a Bloomberg News analysis. The lawsuits stem from a 2017 ruling by the European…
The Malaysian government has officially approved a renewed search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, enlisting Texas-based marine robotics firm Ocean Infinity. The company will undertake the operation under a no-find, no-fee agreement, targeting a new 15,000-square-kilometer area in the southern Indian Ocean, according to Transport Minister Anthony Loke. Under the deal, Ocean Infinity will receive…
In Satyajit Ray’s 1980 satirical fantasy film Hirak Rajar Deshe (translated as “In the Kingdom of the Diamond King”), the king’s education minister controls the curriculum and eventually shuts down the school, symbolizing a suppression of intellectual freedom. The film critiques the stifling of free thought and the imposition of rigid control over education. This…
On Friday, the Indian Army announced that it had delivered a strong response to a series of coordinated assaults by the Pakistan Armed Forces along the western border, including the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir during the night of May 8-9. The Army confirmed that the drone attacks were successfully thwarted. In…
Indian Americans have emerged as the highest earners among Asian American groups in the United States, according to recent data from national surveys. With a strong presence in fields like technology, medicine, and finance, Indian Americans are leading in average household income across the community. Experts attribute this trend to a combination of high educational…
In its most extensive operation against terror networks based in Pakistan, the Indian armed forces launched precision strikes in the early hours of Wednesday, destroying nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Among the targets were the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. Indian forces carried out the strikes, dubbing them Operation Sindoor, in response…
She reigned as the ultimate style icon of the 1990s, and the Met Gala stood — then as now — as fashion’s grandest stage. So, while it might surprise some that Princess Diana graced the event only once, in 1996, it’s no shock that all eyes were on her that night. Still the Princess of…
Brazilian police announced they had prevented a bomb attack intended for Lady Gaga’s concert at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday. According to Rio de Janeiro state’s Civil Police, working alongside the justice ministry, the suspects had been recruiting individuals to carry out attacks using improvised explosive devices, with the aim of gaining…
Learn about International Leopard Day, its significance, how it’s celebrated globally, and why protecting leopards is crucial for biodiversity and ecological balance. International Leopard Day: Raising Awareness for the Elusive Big Cat Every year on May 3rd, wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists around the world observe International Leopard Day. This special day is dedicated to raising…
