Texas I-20 crash: 17 hospitalised after tractor-trailers and cars collide; highway shut for hours

A major collision involving two tractor-trailers and six passenger vehicles on Interstate 20 near Lindale, East Texas, resulted in injuries to 17 individuals and a complete shutdown of westbound traffic on Saturday. Emergency crews responded to the scene following the 4 pm incident, transporting the injured to local hospitals for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

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‘Expanding economic opportunities’: Ahead of SCO summit Putin backs Brics; slams ‘discriminatory’ sanctions

Vladimir Putin asserted that Russia and China are collaborating to strengthen the BRICS grouping, positioning it as a counterbalance to discriminatory sanctions. He advocated for reforms in global financial institutions, criticizing the existing system’s bias towards the West. Putin also highlighted joint efforts within the G20 to prioritize the interests of the Global South.

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Oleksandr Usyk sparks controversy as WBO orders medical proof following viral dance video with Joseph Parker fight on hold

Oleksandr Usyk’s recent video showing him dancing in Ukraine has prompted the WBO to demand a new medical report, casting doubt on his claimed back injury. This development follows Usyk’s request for a 90-day suspension of negotiations for his mandatory fight against Joseph Parker. With Usyk’s fitness now in question, Parker is exploring alternative options,…

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As the US tightens visas, can small universities survive without their foreign lifeline?

As US visa restrictions tighten, small universities face severe financial strain with international enrolments plummeting. Schools like the University of Central Missouri, reliant on foreign students for up to 30% of revenue, are slashing budgets and freezing raises. With forecasts predicting enrolment drops up to 40%, many institutions risk long-term viability as their global student…

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Param Sundari box office collection day 2: Sidharth Malhotra-Janhvi Kapoor starrer earns Rs 9 cr, beats Mere Husband Ki Biwi

Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, has earned well in its first two days. The film’s domestic earnings reached Rs 16.25 crore. It surpassed Mere Husband Ki Biwi’s lifetime earnings. However, it trails Chennai Express in day two collections. Critics cited a weak screenplay, but audiences enjoyed the lead pair’s chemistry and music.

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From vineyards to lakes: New Zealand pitches itself as perfect backdrop for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement has ignited global excitement, prompting New Zealand to officially petition to host their wedding. The nation’s tourism board is showcasing stunning locations like Fiordland’s mountains and Wānaka’s vineyards, hoping to become the backdrop for what’s being called pop culture’s royal wedding. Their romance, which began privately in 2023, has…

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