British streamer Sam Pepper is facing backlash after a Diwali fireworks incident in New Delhi allegedly injured a young girl. While live-streaming, Pepper fired a firework towards a group, reportedly hitting a girl and causing a cut above her eyebrow. He has since admitted fault, covered medical costs, and been suspended from Kick.
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King Charles III has stripped Prince Andrew of all royal titles and honours, a significant disciplinary action. Andrew, formerly Duke of York, is now a private citizen, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. This move, driven by past scandals and public pressure, aims to protect the Crown's dignity and moral authority, effectively removing him from royal duties and public life.
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Dubai’s “Emirates Loves India” event at Zabeel Park celebrates the UAE’s 4.36 million-strong Indian community, showcasing culture, music, dance, cuisine, and traditional crafts. Star performers Neha Kakkar, Mika Singh, Neeraj Madhav, and Nabeel Khan headline, while community achievers are honoured. The festival highlights strong India-UAE ties, enriched by CEPA and strategic partnerships, and promotes cultural diversity, tolerance, and coexistence.
The renewed violence began after an exchange of fire in Rafah, where Israeli forces said they were attacked by Hamas militants using anti-tank missiles and sniper fire, killing one Israeli soldier. In response, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered “powerful strikes” across Gaza. Within hours, the IDF launched a major bombardment, claiming to have hit 30 Hamas commanders. By morning, Israel declared it had “begun the renewed enforcement of the ceasefire.”
A truck carrying diseased rhesus monkeys, reportedly infected with COVID, hepatitis C, and herpes, overturned in Mississippi, leading to an escape. While most were captured and euthanized, one remains at large. Authorities warn the public to stay away. Tulane University, however, disputes the infectious claims, stating the primates are not contagious.
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US President Donald Trump stated he was too busy to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his South Korea visit but suggested a future meeting. Trump expressed hope to resolve issues with Kim, emphasizing common sense and patience. He also mentioned sanctions as a key to persuading Kim to return to negotiations.