Marathon world record-holder Ruth Chepngetich suspended over doping violation

Ruth Chepngetich, the Kenyan marathon world record-holder, faces a provisional suspension after testing positive for hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), a banned diuretic and masking agent. The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) announced the suspension following Chepngetich’s voluntary ban in April. Her record-breaking performance at the Chicago Marathon last October is now under scrutiny, pending a disciplinary hearing.

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Rajinikanth’s ‘Baasha’ completes 30 years; 4K version releases in theatres, director Suresh Krissna expresses fondness

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Rajinikanth starrer ‘Baasha’, director Suresh Krissna shared a nostalgic post, and the digitally remastered film was re-released in theaters on July 18, 2025. The film, originally released in 1995, follows Manikandan’s transformation back into the powerful ‘Baasha’, marking a pivotal moment in Tamil cinema history.

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Kate Middleton’s trusted aide quits, then unfollows Meghan Markle online, stirring new talk of a royal rift

Natasha Archer, Princess Kate’s former aide, sparked speculation by unfollowing Meghan Markle and associates on Instagram as she transitioned to a private consultancy. This move occurred amidst reported efforts by King Charles’s and the Sussexes’ teams to improve relations, though Prince William’s team was absent from initial discussions.

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What is America’s U Visa programme that US Immigration authority says is ‘Great Idea Gone Terribly Wrong’

USCIS criticized the U visa program, intended to protect alien crime victims, alleging mismanagement and exploitation by fraudsters, criminal aliens, and corrupt law enforcement. Under the Trump administration, measures were taken to combat U visa-related fraud. USCIS uncovered inconsistencies in applications involving several law enforcement officials, highlighting the program’s vulnerabilities.

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