Ben Affleck is seen with a clean-shaven look after a year. He was spotted in Los Angeles. Reports suggest this change came after he was not on the ‘Hottest Actors Over 50’ list. Affleck hadn’t been clean-shaven since August 2024. He spoke about his divorce and the documentary ‘The Greatest Story Never Told.
Residents of the tiny Indonesian island of Pari, threatened with disappearance by rising sea levels driven by climate change, have come to Switzerland to demand compensation from cement giant Holcim. Environmentalists have said most of the 42-hectare (104-acre) island of Pari could be underwater by 2050 due to rising sea levels.
Guru Randhawa faces growing criticism for his song ‘Azul,’ sparking controversy with its content, while he shares cryptic social media posts amidst the backlash. Simultaneously, legal challenges persist as his track ‘Sirra’ undergoes scrutiny, compelling him to appear in court. The singer has yet to release an official statement regarding the controversy.
India’s school enrolment has hit a seven-year low at 24.68 crore in 2024–25, driven mainly by a falling birth rate and shrinking primary cohorts, UDISE+ data shows. While government schools lost 59 lakh students, private schools gained almost the same. Dropout rates fell, but southern states with low fertility saw sharper declines, underscoring India’s demographic…
‘Vande Mataram’ in China: PM Modi gets warm welcome in Tianjin; red carpet, slogans and sitar mark his arrival
Third seed Alexander Zverev’s US Open journey ended abruptly in the third round, as Felix Auger-Aliassime secured a four-set victory. Defending champion Jannik Sinner advanced with a comeback win. Iga Swiatek displayed resilience in her victory, while Coco Gauff progressed, setting up a compelling match against Naomi Osaka.
Recent studies challenge the long-held belief that beta-blockers are universally beneficial after a heart attack. Research indicates that these medications may not offer advantages for patients with preserved heart function and could potentially pose risks, particularly for women. The findings emphasize the importance of personalized treatment approaches based on individual heart function and risk factors.
Donald Trump expressed doubts about a direct Putin-Zelenskyy meeting, suggesting trilateral talks involving himself might be more feasible. He indicated a willingness to consider limited US air support to aid European efforts in ending the conflict, while ruling out ground troops.
A notorious shooter associated with the US-based Rohit Godara gang was arrested near Baliyawas Village after a shootout with the STF, Gurgaon. Rohit, carrying a reward of Rs 25,000, was planning a major crime in Gurgaon when intercepted.
