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Jack Eichel, the Vegas Golden Knights’ star center, has been named to Team USA’s preliminary roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics. This marks Eichel’s first Olympic appearance and brings international attention to both Team USA and the Golden Knights. His skill set is expected to significantly boost Team USA’s offensive capabilities.

In Japan’s Iya Valley, Nagoro, also known as the “Nagoro Doll Village”, faces depopulation. Local resident Tsukimi Ayano has crafted hundreds of life-sized dolls to populate the village, breathing new life into the community. These dolls attract tourists, offering a haunting yet heartwarming glimpse into rural Japan’s struggles and resilience.

A significant gathering in Chandigarh, under the ‘Haryana Banao’ Abhiyan, advocated for a separate capital and high court for Haryana, citing 58 years of incomplete autonomy. Speakers emphasized the need for a central place to foster Haryanvi heritage and address economic disparities. The demand also included a separate Bar Council and resolution of over 4.

Anupam Mittal, CEO of People Group, has strongly criticised India’s ban on real-money gaming, terming it “moral policing dressed up as policy.” He argues the ban could cost the government billions in tax revenue and drive users to illegal platforms.

Tesla late in reporting ‘numerous’ crashes: Fresh questions on driverless expansion; feds open investigation to find out why

Laurus Labs to dissolve CDMO arm Laurus Synthetics as part of rejig

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi have joyfully announced the adoption of their baby girl. The couple, married in 2024, shared their excitement on Instagram, emphasizing their desire to start a family. Brown values adoption and embraces love, inspired by her parents’ early parenthood and strong family bonds.

A recovering addict recounts his journey through drug addiction, starting at age 11 with tobacco and escalating to LSD and meth. He faced multiple rehab stints, relapsed, started peddling, and eventually sought help after hitting rock bottom. A psychiatrist also talks about the science of addiction. Plus read the signs of drug abuse

Ayesha Curry recently shared the charming story of how her relationship with Stephen Curry began. The couple initially met as teenagers but reconnected later when Stephen spotted Ayesha in a Yung Berg music video. His first message to her was a casual Facebook inquiry about whether she still lived in Los Angeles.