The Karnataka government has blamed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) management for a deadly stampede outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4, which resulted in 11 fatalities. According to a report submitted to the High Court, RCB, along with DNA Networks and KSCA, organized a victory celebration without consulting the police or obtaining necessary permissions.
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The Trump administration has barred undocumented children from enrolling in Head Start, reclassifying the early education programme as a federal public benefit. Critics say the policy prioritizes immigration status over need, stripping vulnerable children of essential support. Education and health advocates warn of broader fallout as access to other federally funded services is also rolled back.
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NFL icon Tom Brady made a surprise appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup Final, joining forces with NHL legend Wayne Gretzky. Brady also called on longtime friend and former hockey enforcer Tie Domi to round out a star-studded sports trio. Their presence lit up the stadium and created a viral moment that united fans across the NFL, NHL, and soccer worlds.
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