US President Donald Trump hosted the annual Iftar dinner at the White House, expressing gratitude to Muslim-Americans for their support in the November 2024 elections. He highlighted the importance of Ramadan and emphasized his administration's efforts for peace in the Middle East amid ongoing conflicts.
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Savannah James and her daughter Zhuri are exploring South Korea, combining business with family time as Savannah works on her skincare line. Alongside testing beauty products, they enjoy bonding moments. Meanwhile, LeBron James makes history with his 21st NBA All-Star selection back home.
The Indian government is offering all possible assistance after Yemen's president approved the execution of Nimisha Priya's death sentence for the murder of her abusive husband. Priya's family and supporters are negotiating blood money to prevent her execution, despite challenges with raised legal fees.
Residents of northeast Delhi enthusiastically participated in the Delhi legislative assembly elections, with Mustafabad recording the highest turnout at 69%. Despite various efforts to boost voter awareness, overall voter turnout saw a decline in several constituencies, particularly urban areas.
Wayne Gretzky, the legendary hockey player, had his nameplate added to a 20-foot goal lamp celebrating Team Canada during the 2016 World Pond Hockey Championships. The lamp traveled across Canada, honoring the country's passion for hockey, and eventually reached the North Pole.
Elon Musk praised the potential of Grok 3, a new AI chatbot, for its role in personal relationships. Bindu Reddy, the CEO of Abacus.AI, highlighted its capabilities. However, concerns about the chatbot's judgment arose after controversial responses to sensitive questions.
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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar demanded a ban on mobile phones in the assembly, criticizing their use by legislators during sessions. This led to a heated exchange with opposition leaders, who accused him of being anti-technology and outdated. Kumar's criticisms also extended to the previous governments led by Rabri Devi and her husband, Lalu Yadav.