Jeff Bezos's upcoming Venice wedding has sparked controversy, dividing residents. While city officials, like Mayor Luigi Brugnaro, welcome the event for its economic benefits and visibility, some locals protest, expressing resentment towards the mega-wedding. The "No Space for Bezos" collective voiced their opposition, highlighting the city's struggle to balance its historical identity with modern tourism.
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Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, tanked in trade on Friday on global cues. While Nifty50 crashed below 24,550, BSE Sensex tumbles over 1,100 points.
Amid escalating Middle East tensions, Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei warned the US against intervention in the ongoing conflict with Israel, threatening “irreparable damage.” This follows a fierce aerial war and inflammatory remarks by US President Trump. Iran claimed to have launched hypersonic missiles at Israel, marking a regional first.
Every time the world inches closer to nuclear war, a question echoes across newsroom Slack threads, Reddit conspiracies, and cable news chyron typos: Who the hell is Jeff?
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass declared a local emergency and imposed a curfew in downtown LA following five days of protests against federal immigration raids. The curfew, spanning from 8 PM to 6 AM, aims to curb vandalism and looting, with exemptions for residents, workers, media, and the homeless.
Following a tragic stampede during IPL victory celebrations, the Karnataka government has drafted a bill to hold event organizers accountable for crowd management. The proposed legislation includes jail time and fines for safety violations, granting authorities broad powers to regulate events.
Aman Gupta, Boat co-founder and Shark Tank India judge, admitted to missing significant moments in his daughters' lives due to his entrepreneurial pursuits. He stated that these sacrifices were essential for his success and expressed no regrets. Gupta acknowledged the cost of his achievements, emphasizing the hard work required to reach his current position.
Industrialist Sunjay Kapur's funeral will be held in New Delhi today, June 19, with final rites at 5 PM at Lodhi Road Cremation Ground. A prayer meet is scheduled for June 22 at the Taj Palace Hotel. Kapur, 53, passed away on June 12 in London, reportedly from a heart attack.
Air India flight AI171, en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in a crash shortly after takeoff on June 12, 2025. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 individuals, including crew, experienced the incident. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) confirmed the crash and deployed NDRF teams to the Ahmedabad airport crash site.
India is gearing up for a five-Test series against England, commencing on June 20th at Headingley, Leeds. Despite the absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Graeme Swann believes India still possesses sufficient strength to challenge England. Jos Buttler anticipates Shubman Gill, the new Test captain, will blend the leadership styles of his predecessors while forging his own path.