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Wale revealed that his viral BET Awards encounter with Kai Cenat negatively affected his mental health, saying online reactions made him question his legacy. Speaking on Club Shay Shay, the rapper explained that years of cultural contribution were overshadowed by a brief moment of public dismissal. Cenat later apologized, citing his age and distraction during…
The Trump administration has approved a sweeping new package of arms sales to Taiwan worth more than $10 billion, a decision that threatens to add fresh strain to an already fragile relationship between Washington and Beijing.The US State Department announced the sales late on Wednesday, timed alongside a nationally televised address by President Donald Trump…
Blank coins wait to be the last pennies pressed at the U.S. Mint, in Philadelphia (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: The final US pennies struck before the government ended production of the one-cent coin fetched a staggering $16.76 million at auction, underscoring the enduring appeal of the penny among collectors.The US Mint sold 232 special three-cent…
The list of the world’s richest families includes dynasties that have constructed empires that have lasted for decades and even centuries. The Ambani family is the only Indian family in Bloomberg’s top 10. Overall, the top 25 families are now worth an amazing $2.9 trillion, which is $358.7 billion more than last year. The leading…
Saudi-India deal eases short-term UAE visa travel / Image: File The diplomatic ties between New Delhi and Riyadh have reached a new milestone. In a significant move to cut through bureaucratic red tape, India and Saudi Arabia have officially signed a mutual agreement that exempts specific passport holders from short-stay visa requirements. Signed at the…
India and Oman secure a future-ready partnership / Image: File The shores of Muscat have long been a bridge between the Indian subcontinent and the Arabian Peninsula. However, the recent visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Sultanate has transformed this ancient connection into a modern-day powerhouse. This wasn’t just a diplomatic formality;…
WASHINGTON: The US House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a Republican-backed bill seeking to ban gender-affirming care for minors, a move that would make several medical procedures a federal crime. The legislation was approved by a narrow 216-211 vote and now heads to the Senate, where its prospects remain uncertain.The bill, sponsored by Republican lawmaker…
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) announced a one-time $1,776 “warrior dividend” for American military troops for Christmas, indicating that tariffs were funding the payments.Flanked by two Christmas trees and a portrait of George Washington, Trump speaking at the White House said that around 1.45 million service members would receive the payment, with…
Riziki Ilenre. Image via: TMZ Police in Alabama are working to piece together the circumstances surrounding the death of TikTok creator Riziki Ilenre, as questions continue to spread rapidly across social media. The Montgomery Police Department confirmed it is investigating Ilenre’s death, which occurred in mid-December, following a wave of online concern and speculation from…
FILE – National Transportation Safety Board Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy speaks during the NTSB fact-finding hearing on the DCA midair collision accident, at the National Transportation and Safety Board boardroom, July 30, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr., File) FILE – Attorney Bob Clifford speaks during a news conference regarding the Jan. 29, 2025, mid-air…
