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A devastating cloudburst in Uttarkashi’s Dharali village triggered flash floods, sweeping away homes, shops, and vehicles. A chilling video captured a car with people inside being carried away by the raging waters, highlighting the tragedy’s scale. The disaster has resulted in confirmed fatalities, numerous missing persons, and widespread destruction, prompting a large-scale multi-agency rescue operation.

ESPN and the NFL have reached a preliminary agreement, granting ESPN control of NFL Network, RedZone, and NFL Fantasy. In return, the NFL will receive a 10% equity stake in ESPN, solidifying Disney’s position as the dominant NFL distributor. This alliance aims to enhance the fan experience through innovative streaming and increased access to content.

Brooke Hogan, daughter of the late Hulk Hogan, explains her absence from his funeral, citing his aversion to such events. Instead, she honored him privately by visiting his favorite beach with her twins. Brooke also revealed she had removed herself from his will years prior, seeking to avoid family conflicts and potential Scientology issues.

Shashi Tharoor has stirred debate by questioning Virat Kohli’s Test retirement, deeming it premature after India’s drawn series in England. He contrasted Kohli’s situation with Joe Root’s continued excellence, emphasising Kohli’s potential impact on the recent series. Tharoor’s appeal highlights Kohli’s past success and leadership, igniting calls for his return to Test cricket.

In a recent podcast, Dr. Geoffrey Hinton, the “Godfather of AI,” warned that future AI systems may develop their own incomprehensible languages and disrupt the job market. His remarks urge students and professionals to rethink skills, ethics, and oversight in AI. As intelligent systems evolve rapidly, Hinton’s insights are a timely call for responsibility and…

Prabhas’ fans will have to wait longer for ‘The Raja Saab’ as its release is now aimed for Sankranthi 2026, specifically January 9, due to business stakeholders preferring the festive season. Despite Bollywood buyers wanting a December 2025 release, pending post-production work has caused the delay. The film will face competition from other big releases…

President Trump expressed outrage over rising crime in Washington, DC, threatening federal intervention after a Department of Government Efficiency member, Edward Coristine, was assaulted during a carjacking attempt. Trump demanded stricter laws to prosecute juvenile offenders as adults, emphasising the need for a safe and clean capital. Elon Musk also highlighted the incident, calling for…

Indian spinner R Ashwin has criticized England’s cricket team, particularly captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum, for their aggressive approach to Test cricket. Ashwin believes their reckless style, exemplified by Harry Brook’s dismissal after scoring a century, disrespects the traditions of the game.