Devastating floods in Texas Hill Country have claimed at least 32 lives, including 14 children, with several still missing. Among the missing are 27 girls from a Christian summer camp along the Guadalupe River. Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of disaster, deploying the National Guard and state troopers for extensive search and rescue operations.
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Travis Kelce is preparing for his 13th NFL season. He is also considering a career in sports commentary after retirement. Kelce reacted to Tom Brady's huge commentator contract. He expressed interest in calling games. Kelce's podcast and media presence suggest a smooth transition. His business ventures are also expanding. Fans are curious about his future plans beyond football.
The Supreme Court is now hearing a challenge to the Election Commission's directive for Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in Bihar, just before elections. Association for Democratic Reforms argues this could disenfranchise lakhs of marginalized voters, violating free and fair election principles.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce reportedly ended their friendship with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. Sources say Swift grew tired of Lively's drama, especially the legal issues surrounding the 'It Ends With Us' movie. Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni and the subsequent subpoena of Swift strained the friendship. Kelce also unfollowed Reynolds, showing support for Swift.
Rishabh Pant etched his name in cricket history, becoming the first Asian wicketkeeper-batter to surpass 2,000 Test runs in SENA countries. His aggressive 65 in the Edgbaston Test against England underscored his impact. Pant's Edgbaston innings also saw him break the record for most sixes by a visiting batter in England, with 24 sixes.
In Kolkata, a law college student was allegedly raped on campus, leading to the arrest of three individuals. Police have filed an FIR based on the student's complaint, implicating two current students and a staff member who is also an alumnus. Investigations suggest one accused committed the assault, while the others abetted the crime.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated their marriage in a lavish ceremony in Venice, Italy, attended by numerous celebrities. The celebrations, however, sparked controversy as activists protested the environmental impact and the city's struggles with tourism and rising costs. While the wedding is expected to generate significant revenue for Venice, concerns remain about its long-term sustainability.
Ciara Princess Wilson celebrated her best friend La La Anthony's birthday with a stylish video, captivating fans from the NFL and NBA. The singer also shared moments from Fanatics Fest, including a heartfelt tribute to basketball legends Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, highlighting her connections within the sports world and her enduring friendships.
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' has achieved box office success, grossing over Rs 94 crore in its first eight days. Khan's decision to release the film exclusively in cinemas, bypassing OTT platforms, appears to have paid off handsomely. The film's strong performance has surpassed Akshay Kumar's 'Kesari Chapter 2', although it now faces competition from new releases.
Pat Cummins's sensational caught-and-bowled dismissal of Keacy Carty highlighted a day dominated by bowlers in the second Test between Australia and West Indies. Cummins' athletic effort, described as world-class, removed Carty for 6. West Indies were restricted to 253, with Nathan Lyon taking 3 wickets, before Australia closed Day 2 on 12 for two.