Donald Trump dismissed the Brics group as fading and threatened tariffs on nations aligning with its policies, claiming credit for weakening their efforts to rival the US dollar. He signed the GENIUS Act into law, establishing a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins and preventing a US central bank digital currency. Brics denies being anti-American, despite Trump's claims.
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Aditi Chauhan, India's pioneering female professional footballer in Europe, has retired at 32 after a 17-year career. The former national team goalkeeper, who represented India 57 times and won three SAFF Championships, aims to develop opportunities for future generations. Chauhan, who played for West Ham United and Gokulam Kerala FC, overcame ACL injuries and societal doubts to achieve consistent success.
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American universities anticipate a significant drop in Indian students this fall due to visa appointment freezes and increased rejection rates. Students are facing uncertainty and exploring alternative countries like Germany as visa slots remain scarce. The US Consulate General in Hyderabad assures that slots have resumed, but heightened scrutiny is causing anxiety and application withdrawals.
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