Education Secretary Linda McMahon has launched a nationwide tour to promote returning control of education to states, beginning in Louisiana, which has shown notable literacy improvements. The tour highlights local decision-making and resource sharing, amid efforts by President Trump to dismantle the US Department of Education. McMahon addresses concerns over special education funding and emphasises state flexibility, while legal and congressional challenges continue over the department’s future.
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Gracie Hunt, daughter of the Kansas City Chiefs owner, ignited social media with her enthusiastic reaction to Taylor Swift's new album cover, 'The Life of a Showgirl.' The album, set for an October 2025 release, promises a bold, glamorous shift in Swift's musical journey, featuring collaborations with Max Martin, Shellback, and Sabrina Carpenter.
IAF chief Amar Preet Singh revealed Operation Sindoor inflicted significant damage on Pakistan, including the downing of six aircraft, among them five fighter jets and a high-value surveillance platform. The operation targeted command and control centers, radar systems, and aircraft hangars, effectively addressing the 'ghost of Balakot' by showcasing tangible achievements and losses inflicted on the adversary.
Leylah Fernandez, fresh off her Washington victory, revealed she went on her first-ever date after a fan's message caught her eye in Montreal. Following careful vetting with her family's help, she met the fan, even going on a second date. Despite a loss at the Canadian Open, Fernandez feels balanced and ready for the Cincinnati Masters, balancing romance and tennis.
In Chennai, Yuvanesh, a 19-year-old college student, avenged his father's murder by killing Raj Kumar, the original perpetrator. The 2008 murder of Yuvanesh's father fueled a long-standing grudge, recently ignited by Raj Kumar's taunts. Yuvanesh, along with two associates, attacked Raj Kumar at his home, leading to his death.
Amidst personal changes, Taylor Swift's friendship with Blake Lively reportedly ended due to legal issues involving Justin Baldoni. Selena Gomez discussed her long-standing bond with Swift, revealing their shared history of dating Jonas Brothers. Swift and Kelce are expected at Gomez's wedding. Swift has been seen reconnecting with Gomez, while distancing herself from Lively and Ryan Reynolds.
Donald Trump urged China to significantly increase its soybean orders to alleviate its shortage and reduce the trade deficit with the U.S., as the tariff truce between the two nations neared its end. Meanwhile, Trump is still considering imposing tariffs on China over its Russian oil purchases, with the decision complicated by broader aspects of the U.S.
In Delhi, a 24-year-old woman reported being drugged and gang-raped at a Civil Lines party. She accused a group of people, including a woman, of the assault and filming it, threatening to release the footage if she spoke out.
Jammu and Kashmir chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the Supreme Court's linking of terror attacks to Jammu and Kashmir's political future, asserting that Pakistan shouldn't dictate it through terrorism. He expressed disappointment over the Supreme Court's reference to the Pahalgam massacre and questioned the fairness of delaying statehood due to such incidents.