Nick Clegg, the former Meta executive, admits his 2021 recommendation to ban Donald Trump from Facebook continues to trouble him. While justifying the initial ban as a necessary step under Meta's policies due to Trump's posts inciting the Capitol riot, Clegg acknowledges the discomfort of an unelected company influencing the public realm.
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The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has refuted Pakistan's propaganda claiming India's S-400 air defence system was damaged during Operation Sindoor. PIB clarified that reports of destruction are false, and the circulated image is from a 2010 Russian parade. India launched Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam terror attack, striking terror hubs, and intercepted Pakistani drones and missiles using the S-400.
A retired Punjab police officer, Darshan Singh, was kidnapped in Bareilly. His wife cleverly secured the kidnappers' location by sending ransom money via UPI. She then alerted the police. Bareilly police rescued Singh and arrested two suspects, Akash Kumar and Virendra Pal. Four other suspects are still on the run. Police seized a motorcycle used in the crime.
A suicide bombing at a Balochistan National Party rally in Quetta, Pakistan, resulted in at least 11 fatalities and 18 injuries. The explosion took place in the stadium parking area where hundreds of BNP supporters had congregated. Emergency services responded swiftly, and an investigation has been initiated, though no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Hanspal Traders, a railway coach component manufacturer in Kapurthala, has shifted its operations to fabricate boats for Punjab flood relief. Prompted by calls from across the state and encouraged by an MLA, the company is also sharing its designs to involve other manufacturers. They aim to produce boats manually, focusing on aiding people and transporting essential supplies.
At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized what he termed the "bullying behaviour" in the world order. He urged Russia and India to resist a "Cold War mentality." Prime Minister Narendra Modi also participated in the summit, which focused on charting the SCO's future.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasized the importance of predictability in global politics amidst shifting relations with China and US tariffs. He highlighted the need for closer collaboration between India, the EU, and Germany due to global strategic and economic volatility. Wadephul stressed the Western nations' desire for peace in Ukraine, noting Russia's unwillingness to negotiate despite efforts.
Greece faced Cyprus in EuroBasket 2025 without Giannis Antetokounmpo, despite his strong performance against Italy. Coach Vassilis Spanoulis opted to rest the star player, prioritizing his fitness for future crucial matches, particularly against Georgia. This decision allows other players like Kostas Sloukas and Tyler Dorsey to step up, balancing the team's strategy for the tournament.
Peter Navarro accused India of indirectly funding Russia's war in Ukraine through discounted oil purchases, alleging that Brahmins are profiting at the expense of the Indian people. He criticized India's high tariffs, claiming they hurt American workers and taxpayers while indirectly funding the Russian war machine. Navarro also expressed optimism about trade negotiations with China.
Tony Ferguson marked a victorious boxing debut, defeating Salt Papi in Manchester. Ferguson secured a TKO in the third round, claiming the Misfits Boxing Pro interim middleweight title. This win breaks Ferguson's eight-fight losing streak in MMA. Dillon Danis challenged Ferguson post-fight, hinting at a future match. Ferguson's boxing debut offers a fresh start after UFC setbacks.