Russian boxer Anastasia Luchkina is under fire after a video surfaced showing her giving an e-cigarette to Dana, an orangutan at a Crimean safari park. The endangered orangutan has since exhibited disturbing behavior, including loss of appetite and lethargy. Veterinarians are examining Dana, fearing she may have ingested the nicotine cartridge, while the incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation.
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Trinity Rodman, daughter of Dennis Rodman, was seen at Ben Shelton's Wimbledon match. This appearance has created a buzz. It suggests a possible personal connection between the football star and the tennis player. Rodman's presence drew significant online attention. It highlights the support athletes receive from their loved ones. The sighting became a major talking point at Wimbledon.
A Delhi court has declared arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari a fugitive economic offender. This ruling allows the ED to confiscate his global properties and prevents him from pursuing legal actions in India. Bhandari, wanted in multiple cases, faces allegations of undisclosed foreign income and tax evasion.
Tensions escalate as China's ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, dismisses the Dalai Lama's declaration regarding his reincarnation and criticizes Union minister Kiren Rijiju's support. Xu asserts that China opposes external interference in the reincarnation process, deeming it an internal affair. He emphasizes that the Chinese government holds the authority over religious status and titles.
Congress leader Randeep Surjewala, dispatched to Karnataka, has affirmed that Siddaramaiah will remain the Chief Minister, dismissing speculation of leadership change amidst perceived tensions with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. Minister Priyank Kharge echoed this, stating there is no discontentment and that roles are well-defined within the party. Both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar have publicly displayed unity, refuting rumors of rifts.
US President Donald Trump is set to send tariff letters to twelve countries starting Monday, with new reciprocal rates potentially effective from August 1, 2025. Trump’s letters will be sent with the American side indicating a ‘take it or leave it’ offers.
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