Asian or African American: NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani identifies as ‘an American who was born in Africa’; college application stirs controversy
Zohran Mamdani, a New York City mayoral candidate, identified as both “Asian” and “Black or African American” on his 2009 Columbia University application. Mamdani, born in Uganda to Indian parents, explained he aimed to capture the fullness of his background, as the form lacked a specific category for Indian-Ugandans.
Trent share price today: Stock drops around 9% after slower growth outlined at AGM; Nuvama downgrades
Trent Ltd.’s shares plummeted 8.7% after its AGM revealed a projected revenue growth slowdown to 20% for Q1FY26, significantly lower than the previous 35% CAGR. Nuvama brokerage downgraded the stock to ‘hold,’ reducing the target price due to concerns about moderating growth and high valuations.
Horoscope Today, July 09, 2025: Daily Predictions Based on Your Chinese Zodiac Sign
Today’s Chinese horoscopes offer guidance for each zodiac sign, emphasizing self-advocacy for Rats and boundary setting for Oxen. Tigers are urged to notice subtle opportunities, while Rabbits should communicate concisely. Dragons are encouraged to embrace change, Snakes to align with their truth, and Horses to trust grounded decisions.
Maya Higa leaves QTCinderella’s ‘Wine About It’ podcast after 4 years; fans shocked by sudden announcement
Maya Higa, known for her wildlife conservation efforts, has departed from the popular ‘Wine About It’ podcast to fully dedicate herself to Alveus Sanctuary. QTCinderella, the co-host, expressed sadness but confirmed the podcast’s continuation. Valkyrae, recently concluding her own podcast, is stepping in as the new co-host, promising a fresh dynamic while maintaining the show’s…
Hotmail co-founder Sabeer Bhatia has this advice for Indians: ‘The way I see it, India can become …
Hotmail co-founder Sabeer Bhatia sparked controversy by wishing the US a happy 250th anniversary, calling it his ‘adopted country.’ He suggested India could achieve similar prosperity with a shift in citizens’ mindsets. This follows Bhatia’s previous criticism of India’s economic progress, where he highlighted that 415 million Indians survive on approximately Rs 265 per day,…
TVK names actor Vijay CM candidate for 2026 Tamil Nadu polls; can he challenge MK Stalin?
Vijay, the Tamil film star, has been announced as the chief ministerial candidate for his party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), in the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections. TVK, launched in February 2024, aims to bring fundamental political change. Vijay plans a state-wide tour from September to December to strengthen the party’s base.
Watch: Viral video shows Russian boxer giving e-cigarette to orangutan; sparks public outrage
Russian boxer Anastasia Luchkina is under fire after a video surfaced showing her giving an e-cigarette to Dana, an orangutan at a Crimean safari park. The endangered orangutan has since exhibited disturbing behavior, including loss of appetite and lethargy. Veterinarians are examining Dana, fearing she may have ingested the nicotine cartridge, while the incident has…
Kapil Sharma undergoes massive weight loss with the 21-21-21 rule: What is this regime?
Kapil Sharma’s weight loss journey is attributed to the ’21-21-21′ rule, revealed by his coach Yogesh Bhateja. This strategy involves 21 days of movement without diet restrictions, followed by 21 days of mindful diet modifications, and finally, 21 days of controlling habits like smoking and caffeine.