Katy Perry and Lauren Sánchez were among the six women who journeyed to the edge of space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket, marking a historic all-female spaceflight. The suborbital flight provided a brief period of weightlessness, with Jeff Bezos greeting the crew upon their return. The event drew a crowd of high-profile figures, celebrating the mission as inspirational.
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Punjab minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal addresses the abolition of the Department of Administrative Reforms, emphasizing the focus on Punjab's welfare. CM Bhagwant Mann clarifies the decision to merge departments for streamlined governance and addresses BJP's criticisms of poor administration.
US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that PM Narendra Modi will address the issue of illegal immigrants appropriately. They discussed security, bilateral trade, and Modi's upcoming White House visit in February, emphasizing the strategic US-India partnership in various regions.
Dwayne Wade, the NBA legend, shared his journey about his December 2023 cancer diagnosis and successful surgery, where a cyst was removed from his kidney. His wife, Gabrielle Union, provided an update, expressing their relief and peace as he is now cancer free. Wade's openness about his experience aims to inspire and support others facing similar challenges.
Russia's Supreme Court has removed the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations, a designation in place since 2003. This decision follows increasing diplomatic engagement between Moscow and the Taliban, particularly after the group's 2021 takeover of Afghanistan. While formal recognition is pending, this move signifies a notable shift in Russia's foreign policy, aligning it with other regional powers.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed the ceasefire with Hamas until a list of hostages is received. The ceasefire, mediated by Qatar, the US, and Egypt, is to include a hostage exchange. The temporary truce aims to release hostages and provide humanitarian aid, but Netanyahu stresses that Israel may resume hostilities if necessary.
In a video that has since gone viral on X, AOC says: “Congresswoman, are you going to the inauguration? Let me make myself clear. I don't celebrate rapists.â€
Sebi plans to leverage the government's DigiLocker system to address unclaimed assets in the securities market. By integrating demat and mutual fund holding statements, and information on investor deaths, Sebi aims to streamline the transfer of assets to rightful heirs. This initiative will consolidate individuals' financial holdings within their DigiLocker accounts and notify nominees upon the account holder's demise.
Stephen Curry is expected to play as the Golden State Warriors face the Sacramento Kings on February 21, 2025. However, Jonathan Kuminga will be absent due to an ankle injury, which could impact the Warriors' rotation. The matchup includes key players like Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine for the Kings, promising a competitive game.
India is poised to receive its first fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, the AMCA, by 2035, as announced by DRDO chairman Samir V Kamat. DRDO is also planning to collaborate with a foreign OEM for aero-engine development. Furthermore, DRDO demonstrated its laser-based weapon system capable of neutralizing aerial threats, joining an elite group of nations with such capabilities.