Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson paid tribute to Hulk Hogan, his childhood hero and friend, following Hogan's death from cardiac arrest at 71. Johnson shared an emotional Instagram post recalling their WrestleMania X8 match and a touching childhood memory. He remembered Hogan gifting him a headband after their initial meeting, highlighting the profound impact Hogan had on his life and career.
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Hulk Hogan, the wrestling icon, married Sky Daily in September 2023, marking his third marriage. Their relationship, which began in 2022, has drawn attention due to their 25-year age gap. Despite family drama involving Hogan's ex-wife and daughter, the couple remains focused on their shared faith and fitness, solidifying their bond.
At the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam in Las Vegas, Levon Aronian secured his first title, defeating Hans Niemann in the final and earning $200,000. A notable moment occurred when Magnus Carlsen conspicuously did not applaud Niemann during the award ceremony, reigniting their ongoing feud, but warmly applauded Aronian. Carlsen recovered to win the third-place match against Nakamura.
In Bikaner, police have arrested three individuals, including a former tenant couple, in connection with the murder of a retired army officer and his wife. The couple, along with the woman's father, brother, and two hired accomplices, allegedly strangled the elderly couple in their home, stealing jewelry and cash.
Civil Aviation minister K Rammohan Naidu assured the Rajya Sabha that the AAIB is diligently investigating the Air India crash, which claimed 260 lives, following a rule-based and unbiased process. The investigation aims to uncover the truth behind the incident, utilizing data from the black boxes decoded domestically for the first time.
The White House has refuted reports of a planned visit by President Trump to Pakistan in September. Trump is scheduled to visit Scotland from July 25-29, meeting with Prime Minister Starmer to advance trade discussions.
A British F-35B Lightning fighter jet, grounded in Kerala due to a hydraulic fault since June 14, has successfully taken off after repairs. A UK technical team completed the work at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, with support from Indian authorities. The aircraft's extended stay garnered public attention, while the UK government expressed gratitude for India's collaboration.
Dr. Salvador Palensia, Matthew Perry's doctor, is expected to plead guilty to illegally providing Ketamine to the actor before his fatal overdose in 2023. He will admit guilt on four counts of Ketamine distribution, with other charges dropped. Palensia's attorneys claim he wasn't treating Perry at the time of death, nor did he provide the lethal dose.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva has strongly criticized US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, asserting Brazil's sovereignty and rejecting foreign interference. Lula accused US tech firms of spreading misinformation and announced plans to regulate and tax them. The escalating trade dispute has boosted Lula's approval ratings as Brazil considers retaliatory measures.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is set to form a high-level inquiry committee to investigate allegations against Allahabad High Court Judge Yashwant Varma, following a notice signed by 152 MPs. Consultations are underway to establish the three-member panel, as mandated by the Judges (Inquiry) Act, involving coordination with the Rajya Sabha, where a similar notice was submitted.