The New York Times’ latest puzzle game, NYT Strands, is gaining popularity with its innovative approach to word puzzles. Launched after successes like Wordle and Connections, Strands challenges players to uncover theme-related words on a grid, including a special Spangram. The theme for July 5, 2025, is “Every second counts,” with hints pointing to timekeeping…
A controversy surrounds Bihar’s electoral roll revision, initiated by the Election Commission of India after 22 years. Opposition parties fear voter deletion, particularly among marginalized groups, alleging a skewed voter base close to the assembly polls. The EC insists the revision aligns with the Constitution, while opposition parties, despite public criticism, actively participate by deploying…
Neha Gupta, an Oklahoma pediatrician, faces a first-degree murder charge in Florida for the death of her four-year-old daughter, Aria Talathi. Initially reported as a drowning, an autopsy revealed Aria died from asphyxiation by smothering, with injuries inconsistent with Gupta’s account. Detectives uncovered a bitter custody battle between Gupta and her ex-husband, adding complexity to…
In an analysis, ex-England cricketer David Lloyd took aim at Shubman Gill’s leadership during the Edgbaston Test, particularly criticising his overly cautious fielding setup while Harry Brook and Jamie Smith amassed a formidable 303-run partnership. Lloyd expressed concern over Gill’s decision to have just two slips in place when England were five down.
Antonio Brown’s old comment on Tyler Lockett’s personal life creates online buzz. Lockett’s decision to stay a virgin until marriage resurfaces. Brown’s reaction, a cryptic tweet, gains attention. Fans interpret it as a jab at Lockett. The post overshadows Lockett’s recent milestones. Brown’s tweet keeps him in the NFL spotlight. Lockett has not responded to…
Ahead of the theatrical release of Metro…In Dino on July 4, the makers hosted a star-studded special screening at a suburban Mumbai theatre on Thursday evening. Leading lady Sara Ali Khan arrived with her younger brother, actor Ibrahim Ali Khan, while a surprising yet warm presence came in the form of her Love Aaj Kal…
Ram Krishan Singh, a 102-year-old survivor of the 1947 Partition, passed away in Punjab’s Patiala. During the violent upheaval, his father was murdered, but Ram Krishan was saved by a Muslim villager’s courageous intervention. His life exemplified resilience and the enduring impact of kindness amidst the horrors of communal violence, leaving behind a legacy of…
‘No surprise’: Cuomo camp says Zohran Mamdani claiming himself Black in college application ‘just the tip of iceberg’
Six families of victims from the AI 171 plane crash in Ahmedabad received a second set of remains from the Civil Hospital. These remains, discovered during post-disaster operations, were matched through DNA. While some families may hold a second funeral, authorities confirmed the legality due to DNA evidence and handover certificates.
Devastating flash floods in Texas Hill Country, triggered by torrential rains, have claimed multiple lives. Kerr County was particularly hard-hit, with the Guadalupe River overflowing. Judge Rob Kelly confirmed fatalities and numerous water rescues, but identification efforts are ongoing. Governor Greg Abbott has deployed state resources to aid affected areas, urging residents to heed warnings…
