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Shwetha Menon backs Prithviraj to lead Malayalam movie artists association after Mohanlal
The Malayalam film industry has been engulfed in controversy following the shocking revelations of the Justice Hema Committee Report. In response to these findings, AMMA President Mohanlal, along with the executive committee members, stepped down on Tuesday, prompted by a wave of sexual harassment allegations against several members. In an unexpected turn of events, the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) released a statement announcing the collective resignation of its leadership, including President Mohanlal.
Gunmen ambush and kill 11 police officers in eastern Pakistan, officials say
Gunmen armed with rocket-propelled grenades ambushed a police convoy in eastern Punjab's Rahim Yar Khan district, killing 11 officers and wounding seven. The officers were searching for robbers in a deserted area. This attack is among the deadliest on police forces in the region. Authorities condemned the violence and vowed immediate action. In a separate incident, a school van was attacked, resulting in the deaths of two children and injuries to six others.
Bangladesh SCBA President urges India to arrest and return Sheikh Hasina, Rehana
The situation in Bangladesh has become increasingly unstable following the resignation of Sheikh Hasina. AM Mahbub Uddin Khokon, President of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), has called on India to arrest the former Prime Minister and her sister, Sheikh Rehana, and return them to Bangladesh, as reported by Dhaka Tribune.
Law enforcement: Bomb-making materials found in vehicle and home of Trump rally shooting suspect
The two officials were not authorised to speak publicly and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity.
President Joe Biden saw neurologist at White House for Jan. 17 exam, press secretary says
President Biden's January 17 neurological exam was clarified after debate concerns by Jean-Pierre. Dr. Cannard, seen eight times at the White House, and Dr. O'Connor found no Parkinson's or other major conditions. Conducted partly at Walter Reed, the exam confirmed Biden's health. Cannard, a specialist in movement disorders, supports active-duty members at the White House.
Persistent heat wave in the US expected to shatter new records as it bakes West and swelters in East
A prolonged heat wave is currently affecting the U.S., setting new records across the nation. Dangerous temperatures soaring into the 100s are expected in the West, while the East will remain hot and humid throughout the week, according to forecasters on Sunday. An excessive heat warning, the highest alert from the National Weather Service, is in place for approximately 36 million people, or about 10% of the U.S. population.
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Russia keeps up pressure on the front line as Ukraine gets a boost from Western military aid
Russian attacks on Ukrainian positions in the eastern town of Chasiv Yar are disrupting troop rotations and supply deliveries, soldiers report. As Ukraine awaits new Western military aid, Russia seeks to exploit its numerical and firepower advantage. Civilian targets are also heavily bombed, leading to ICC arrest warrants for former Russian defense leaders for alleged war crimes. Despite intense fighting, Ukrainian forces strive to hold Chasiv Yar, crucial for its strategic location. The U.S. and Czech Republic are bolstering Ukraine's ammunition supplies, while a prisoner swap was mediated by the UAE.
This US state allows surgical castration as punishment for sex crimes against children. Will other states follow it?
The new Louisiana law will apply to certain aggravated sex crimes, including rape, incest and molestation against a child under the age of 13. The sentence is not automatic, it would vary from case to case.
President Xi & Pak PM Sharif discuss deepening strategic cooperation
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discussed deepening strategic cooperation as Pakistan opts out of attending Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony with other SAARC leaders.
Sudanese RSF paramilitaries clash with the army, leaving at least 100 people dead
At least 100 people were killed and dozens injured after the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacked Wad al-Noura village in Sudan's Gezira province on Wednesday. Victims included women, children, and the elderly. The RSF used heavy artillery to besiege the village, displacing residents to other parts of al-Manaqil district. The Sudanese transitional government condemned the attacks and urged international accountability. The RSF and Sudanese army have been in conflict for over a year, causing widespread devastation, with over 14,000 people killed and hundreds of thousands displaced.
Muhammad Ali''s childhood home is for sale in Kentucky after being converted into a museum
The owners are asking $1.5 million for the three properties. Finding a buyer willing to maintain Ali's childhood home as a museum would be "the best possible result," co-owner George Bochetto said.
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali's childhood home-turned-museum listed for sale: Check details
Muhammad Ali's childhood home, now transformed into a museum, is up for sale in Louisville, Kentucky, along with two neighboring properties. The two-bedroom, one-bathroom house served as a museum offering insights into Ali's formative years and attracted visitors worldwide. Despite its high-profile debut, the museum faced financial difficulties and closed after less than two years.
Iran's hard-line former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad registers for June 28 presidential election
Iran's hard-line former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered as a possible candidate for the presidential election, aiming to regain the country's top political position after a helicopter crash killed the nation's president. Ahmadinejad's return comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and the West over Tehran's nuclear program, arming of Russia in its war on Ukraine, and crackdowns on dissent. The election is planned for June 28 to replace Khamenei's protege President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash in May.
Donald Trump's attorney says he was 'shocked' the former president took the verdict with 'solemness'
Donald Trump's lawyer, Todd Blanche, expressed surprise at Trump's composed reaction to being convicted, making him the first former U.S. president convicted of a crime, in a Manhattan courtroom by a jury foreman repeating 'guilty' 34 times.
Houthi rebels say at least 16 killed, 35 others wounded in joint US-British airstrikes in Yemen
Joint British-US airstrikes on Yemen's Houthi rebels killed 16 and injured 35 in response to attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Pakistan does not adhere to 'no first use' of nuclear weapons policy: ex-Army official
Pakistan does not adhere to a "no first use" policy on nuclear weapons, clarified Lt Gen (retd) Khalid Ahmed Kidwai, Adviser to the National Command Authority, during a seminar commemorating the 26th anniversary of Pakistan's 1998 nuclear tests. Kidwai emphasized that Pakistan's nuclear deterrence capabilities are fully operational and ready to respond to any threats, underscoring that Pakistan maintains strategic ambiguity regarding its nuclear stance.
Harvey Weinstein may face new rape charges, as more victims have come to the forefront reveals NYC prosecutors
Manhattan prosecutors told a judge on Wednesday they are evaluating new claims of sexual misconduct made against Harvey Weinstein and could potentially seek a new indictment against the former movie mogul ahead of his scheduled retrial on rape charges later this year.
OpenAI inks multi-year deal to start using news content from News Corp
As part of the deal, OpenAI will have access to both fresh and archived material from News Corp's major news publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Barron's and New York Post, Australian publications such as The Daily Telegraph, and others. The companies would not talk about the length or value of the deal, although News Corp's Wall Street Journal said it could be worth more than $250 million over five years.
Another US MQ-9 Reaper drone goes down in Yemen, images purportedly show
Another U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone reportedly crashed in Yemen, amid ongoing attacks by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. The cause of the crash is unclear, but images show the drone largely intact in Marib province. This marks the third such incident this month. While U.S. Central Command acknowledged the reports, they stated no aircraft were lost in their area. Marib's strategic importance in Yemen's war has seen previous drone downings. The Houthis, who previously downed MQ-9 drones, and Marib authorities have not commented.
At least 22 dead in Memorial Day weekend storms that devastated several US states
Deadly storms ravaged central and southern U.S., causing widespread destruction and fatalities. Recovery efforts are ongoing.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to visit China next month for formal launch of second phase of CPEC
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit China in the first week of next month to join the formal launching of the second phase of the USD 60 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, according to a media report on Saturday. A source in the Prime Minister's Office told the Dawn newspaper that Prime Minister Sharif was scheduled to leave for China on June 4, but the date of the visit could slightly be changed.
Biden tells Morehouse graduates that scenes in Gaza from the Israel-Hamas war break his heart, too
President Joe Biden directly acknowledged U.S. students' distress over the Israel-Hamas conflict in a speech at historically Black Morehouse College. He expressed support for peaceful protests and called for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. Biden also addressed domestic issues, reflecting on democracy and reaching out to Black constituents in Detroit.
China, Pakistan discuss realignment of Karakoram Highway, speed up CPEC projects
China-Pakistan discussed CPEC projects, Gwadar Port, and KKH realignment. They addressed ML-I upgradation, Dasu Hydropower Project, and security concerns in the region.
Michael Cohen: A challenging star witness in Donald Trump's hush money trial
Michael Cohen, once fiercely loyal to Trump, now stands as a key witness against him in a hush money trial. Despite his criminal past and history of lies, prosecutors present him as corroborative evidence. Cohen's credibility is challenged by his erratic behavior and anti-Trump stance, yet his testimony remains pivotal.
Status of Chinese citizen journalist who reported on COVID unknown on day of expected prison release
Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan's whereabouts post-release from a four-year prison term for Wuhan pandemic reporting remain unknown. Concerns persist as activists express worry and key entities in the saga add to the uncertainty.
Donald Trump suggests Chinese migrants are in the US to build an 'army.' The migrants tell another story
Chinese immigrants in Flushing, New York, deny Trump's claim of forming a military, seeking work and better lives. Concerns arise about potential violence due to political rhetoric. Immigrants face challenges post-border crossing, aiming for stability and opportunity in the U.S.
Joe Biden wants to remind 2024 voters of a record and an agenda. Often it's Donald Trump's
President Joe Biden seeks reelection by contrasting his vision with Donald Trump's controversial past. Biden emphasizes Trump's dangerous statements and policies, aiming to showcase a stark difference in leadership styles and priorities for the country's future.
Media associations ask EC to hold press meets on polling days
Media associations Press Club of India, Indian Women Press Corps, Press Association, Foreign Correspondents Club and Delhi Union of Journalists also asked the poll authority to release the entire election data, including the absolute number of votes cast in each phase and percentage of voting, by the next day of the polling date.
Lightning, rains kill 36 people in Pakistan as authorities declare a state of emergency in southwest
Heavy rains and lightning strikes have led to tragic deaths in Pakistan, with at least 36 people, mostly farmers, losing their lives. The eastern Punjab province was particularly affected, with fatalities occurring during wheat harvesting and house collapses. The capital Islamabad and other regions also experienced fatalities. Meanwhile, flooding in Afghanistan has claimed 33 lives and caused extensive damage to homes, livestock, and agricultural land. These events highlight the devastating impact of extreme weather and the urgent need for climate adaptation measures.
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