Luigi Mangione, suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was apprehended in a Pennsylvania McDonald's after a customer tip. A $60,000 reward is available, but claiming it won't be easy. The FBI and NYPD Crime Stoppers have different criteria, requiring conviction and indictment, respectively.
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Virat Kohli, after leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant victory against Punjab Kings, showcased his sportsmanship by gifting a bat to young Mumbai batter Musheer Khan. Kohli's unbeaten 73, along with Devdutt Padikkal's 61, secured the win, marking Kohli's 59th IPL half-century and surpassing David Warner for most 50+ scores.
Virat Kohli was met with boos from Aussie fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground during the Boxing Day Test. Involved in a shoulder-bump confrontation with Sam Konstas, Virat faced fines and a hostile reception. Despite a patient effort, a mix-up led to Yashasvi Jaiswal's run out, and Kohli eventually edged out for 36 runs.
Senator Bernie Sanders has introduced an amendment to reform the H-1B visa program, accusing it of replacing high-paying American jobs with lower-paid foreign workers and often leading to their exploitation. Sanders proposes increased fees, higher wages, protection for American workers, and job mobility for H-1B recipients.
NEET UG 2025 Syllabus Announced: The National Medical Commission (NMC) released the NEET UG 2025 syllabus, covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The Undergraduate Medical Education Board urges stakeholders to refer to the updated syllabus on the NMC website for study material preparation and exam readiness for the 2025-2026 academic session. The detailed syllabus includes units and topics for each subject.
Nineteen states are challenging the Trump administration's policy on diversity in schools. They filed a lawsuit against the Education Department's directive. The directive threatened to cut funding for non-compliance. States argue the directive harms students and schools. They say it puts federal funding at risk. Earlier, judges blocked parts of the directive in three states.
Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia admitted to making a "mistake" with his controversial remarks on comedian Samay Raina's YouTube show leading to backlash. He said he went on the show for his friend and did not charge for his appearance. Social media influencers Ashish Chanchlani and Apoorva Makhija have also been named in the obscenity case. The investigation continues.
An accountant at a religious site in Hyderabad sustained burn injuries after an unknown assailant threw acid on him. The attacker approached the victim, Narsing Rao, and poured the acid before fleeing on a bike. Security has been heightened following the incident.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old Rajasthan Royals' debutant, captivated the IPL with a rapid 34 off 20 balls, including two impressive sixes. Despite a promising start, his innings ended with a stumping, leading to visible emotion as he departed the field. His performance, however, has marked him as a player to watch for the future.