Indonesia floods: Toll rises to 442, over 400 still missing; warships deployed to reach stranded residents

Indonesia’s death toll from severe floods and landslides has reached 442, with hundreds missing and injured, as two cities on Sumatra remain unreachable. Thailand is also grappling with devastating floods, having claimed 162 lives, while Malaysia continues to shelter thousands displaced by the monsoon. Climate change is cited as a factor intensifying these deadly weather…

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Germany welcomes more from India, while student arrivals to the US plunge: The new geography of Indian ambition

Amid rising visa hurdles, costs, and political tensions in the US, Germany is emerging as the top destination for Indian students. With nearly 60,000 Indian students now enrolled—a 20% annual rise—Germany offers affordable education, English-taught programmes, and streamlined post-study work routes. Meanwhile, the US faces a sharp decline in Indian student arrivals, exacerbated by slow…

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Who is Steve Bannon? The Harvard-educated banker who briefly served as Trump’s chief strategist

Steve Bannon’s recent remarks calling for a ban on H-1B visas and the departure of foreign students have sparked widespread controversy. Bannon, with a background in the Navy, Harvard Business School, and Goldman Sachs, transitioned into media, shaping Breitbart News and advising Donald Trump. His journey from finance to political influence highlights the impact of…

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From submerged buses to dry underpass: Minto Bridge no longer Delhi’s monsoon nightmare; Parvesh Verma shares video after heavy rain lash capital

Following heavy rains in Delhi, PWD Minister Parvesh Verma inspected waterlogging-prone areas, including the Minto Bridge underpass. He highlighted the government’s efforts in preventing flooding at key locations through monitoring, pumping, and infrastructure maintenance. The PWD is also working on repairing a stormwater storage tank near Bharat Mandapam to improve drainage and reduce monsoon-related disruptions.

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Erin Andrews Responds to Holiday‑Work Critics: ‘I wasn’t complaining, I’m sure you saw it’

Sports broadcaster Erin Andrews clarified remarks about missing holidays for work, which were taken out of context. She explained on her podcast that loving the job is crucial to endure sacrifices like missed family events. Andrews defended her statement on X, emphasizing her intention was to inform aspiring reporters about the realities of the profession,…

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