CNN's reputation took a major hit after the network’s dramatic story of freeing a Syrian prisoner unraveled, revealing the man as a notorious Assad-regime torturer. The embarrassing oversight not only sparked ridicule on social media but also intensified growing concerns about mainstream media’s credibility amid accusations of prioritizing spectacle over fact-checking.
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Australia's rivalry with India intensified when Virat Kohli collided with 19-year-old batter Sam Konstas during the fourth test at Melbourne. The incident sparked a heated exchange until Usman Khawaja intervened. Australia, who went into lunch at 112-1, saw Konstas score a memorable 60 on debut. Both teams made changes as they seek to secure a series lead.
Technology stocks tumbled as President Trump's new tariff policies incited market panic, with Apple leading the sharp decline at nearly 9%. The Nasdaq Composite fell over 5%, its worst performance in five years. Trump imposed tariffs on imports, including a 34% tax on China, escalating fears of a global trade war.
Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan's recent visit to a maternity clinic in Mumbai has sparked pregnancy rumors. The couple, who married in December 2023, were seen together, with Arbaaz protectively escorting Sshura. This comes after their intimate wedding and Arbaaz's statements about finding fulfillment in his second marriage, with his son Arhaan sharing a warm bond with Sshura.
US President Donald Trump is set to make a final decision on TikTok on April 2. The proposal involves potential investors like Blackstone and Oracle, to address security concerns. Trump set an April 5 deadline for TikTok's parent company ByteDance to sell its stake or face a ban. The deal hinges on approval from Beijing.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav challenged the "One Nation, One Election" proposal, urging immediate dissolution of all governments and nationwide elections if the government is serious. Opposition parties criticize the move as impractical and a threat to federalism, while the BJP champions it as a step towards strengthening democracy. Heated parliamentary debates are expected.
The Trump administration is considering removing Canada from the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing alliance. This move could significantly change the longstanding intelligence cooperation framework. Trump's vision prioritizes short-term leverage over long-term cooperation. This potential shift could also affect India's intelligence relations with Five Eyes members.
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