Wimbledon 2025 witnessed upsets on the court as several seeded players lost in the opening round. John Cena's presence in the stands created a buzz after the celebrity was seen with Shay Shariatzadeh. Other celebrities like Stuart Broad, David Beckham, and Maria Sharapova were also in attendance on the first day.
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Japan is on edge as a manga artist's prediction of a catastrophic disaster on July 5, 2025, gains traction, fueled by her accurate forecast of the 2011 tsunami. Despite scientific skepticism, the prophecy is impacting tourism and sparking public anxiety, highlighting Japan's vulnerability to natural disasters and the importance of preparedness. The government is urging calm amidst the rising panic.
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticized Uddhav Thackeray, labeling him "palturam" after reversing the three-language policy due to opposition pressure. Fadnavis clarified that the BJP-led government supports all national languages, including Hindi. He pointed out that Thackeray's own administration had previously mandated Hindi instruction based on the Raghunath Mashelkar Committee's recommendations.
Former WWE star Jinder Mahal, now known as Raj Dhesi, celebrated his marriage to Priya in June 2025, surrounded by fellow wrestling stars. Drew McIntyre and his wife, Kaitlyn Frohnapfel, attended the ceremony in traditional Indian attire. The wedding also marked a 3MB reunion, with McIntyre and Heath Slater joining Mahal for the celebrations, evoking nostalgia among WWE fans.
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