At SIIMA 2025 in Dubai, Telugu films 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' and 'Kalki 2898 AD' won major awards. Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna received top acting honors. Kannada films like Gowri also won. Malayalam and Tamil winners will be announced Saturday, led by The Goat Life with 10 nominations.
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Kim Jong Un's recent trip to China involved extraordinary measures to safeguard his DNA and health information. He traveled with a private toilet on his armored train, a precaution taken on previous international trips. After his meeting with Vladimir Putin, aides meticulously cleaned the space, removing items and wiping surfaces to eliminate any traces of the leader's DNA.
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President Trump, fulfilling a campaign promise, will rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War, citing a need for a more offensive posture. The move, criticized as a costly distraction and a reflection of Trump's military record, follows China's military parade. Critics also evoked the history of the department and the words of comedian George Carlin.
Tarzan Sheikh, a migrant worker from Katwa, alleged he was assaulted in Odisha for being a "Bengali-speaking Bangladeshi." Sheikh, who has been working as a hawker in Jaleshwar for five years, was reportedly attacked near Lakshmandihi area after speaking in Bengali. The mob allegedly stole Rs 6,000 and fractured his arm, branding his documents as forged.
Meta's $14.3 billion AI investment, highlighted by its partnership with Scale AI, is reportedly facing internal challenges within the Superintelligence Lab (MSL). Friction stemming from the integration of new leadership and Meta's bureaucratic processes has led to high-profile departures. CEO Mark Zuckerberg's frustration with Llama 4's launch and the instability within the team further contribute to the turmoil.
President Xi Jinping proposed suggestions for a healthy China-India relationship, emphasizing that the border issue shouldn't define the overall bilateral ties. However, PM Modi stressed that the boundary situation impacts relations, highlighting the need for border peace. Both leaders acknowledged the importance of their relationship for global stability, with discussions also involving future cooperation.
Heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh has triggered landslides and caused the Chandigarh-Manali Highway to close, leaving cargo vehicles stranded. The Beas River's surge washed away portions of the highway, prompting evacuations in Kullu district.
Starting August 1, 2025, the U.S. will no longer allow third-party passport collection. Applicants must collect their passports in person, with parental collection required for those under 18 with a consent letter. Alternatively, applicants can opt for home delivery at a cost of Rs 1,200 per applicant, ensuring enhanced security.
Dallas Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to Green Bay Packers. This move frees up 19 million dollars. Cowboys now have 42 million dollars in cap space for 2025. This allows them to sign other players. They can extend contracts of DaRon Bland and Tyler Smith. Jerry Jones mentioned Parsons could bring resources in a trade.