Off the coast of Hadera, Israel, a fatal shark attack, the first of its kind in the region, has ignited safety concerns. Dusky and Sandbar sharks, drawn to the warm waters near a power station, gather annually, attracting onlookers.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended President Trump's Ukraine policy, asserting that Russia had not gained any concessions. This statement countered Senator Jeanne Shaheen's criticism that Trump's actions emboldened Putin. Rubio indicated that sanctions might be necessary if Russia continued military operations and showed no interest in peace negotiations, while Trump expressed confidence in Putin's desire for peace.
US President Trump signed the 'Take It Down Act,' a federal law criminalizing the sharing of explicit images without consent, including AI-generated fakes. Supported by Melania Trump, the law requires social media platforms to remove such content within 48 hours of a victim's request, potentially facing prison time for offenders.
Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU) has incorporated 'Bhartiya Sanchar ke Praroop' into its MA-JMC program. The course aims to educate students about traditional Indian communication methods found in epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata. CCSU official states that this initiative blends ancient wisdom with modern journalism, highlighting examples like Sanjay's live narration and Hanuman's role as a messenger.
In a surprising turn, Jitesh Sharma is leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Sunrisers Hyderabad, replacing Rajat Patidar who was named as Impact Player. RCB, aiming for a top-two finish, won the toss and elected to field, bringing in Mayank Agarwal for Devdutt Padikkal. Sunrisers Hyderabad, already eliminated, included Travis Head, Abhinav Manohar, and Jaydev Unadkat in their lineup.
Paul Stirling made history as the first Irish batter to reach 10,000 international runs during Ireland's dominant 124-run victory over the West Indies in Dublin. Stirling's 54 and Andy Balbirnie's brilliant 112 set the foundation for Ireland's 303/6. Barry McCarthy's 4/32 then dismantled the West Indies, who were bundled out for 179, giving Ireland a 1-0 series lead.
BJP organized Tiranga Yatra in Pahalgam and Srinagar, showcasing patriotism and support for the armed forces following Operation Sindoor. The Pahalgam rally, led by Sofi Yousuf, involved local hoteliers and ponywallahs carrying the Tricolour. In Srinagar, the rally culminated at Lal Chowk, with participants expressing solidarity and paying tribute to security forces for dismantling terrorist infrastructure.
Vaibhav Taneja, Tesla's CFO, received a substantial $139 million compensation in 2024, surpassing the pay of tech giants like Satya Nadella and Sundar Pichai. This compensation primarily consists of stock options and equity linked to performance metrics, with a relatively small portion as direct salary.
Home Minister Amit Shah visited AIIMS Trauma Centre to check on CRPF and Chhattisgarh Police personnel injured during the 21-day anti-Naxal operation ‘Blackforest’. The operation in the Karreguttalu Hills resulted in injuries, some serious, from IED blasts. Shah assured the injured personnel of the nation's support and pride, directing top-notch care and rehabilitation.