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Megan Stalter poses for a magazine-style portrait, celebrating her starring role in Lena Dunham’s Netflix rom-com Too Much.

Megan Stalter: Comedy’s Rom-Com Darling and Fashion’s Next Muse

Megan Stalter speaks about her latest project, Too Much—a Netflix romantic comedy series from Lena Dunham—with the giddy glow of someone describing a love story of her own. And in a way, it is. The partnership began with a digital…

The timeless elegance of a Kanjivaram saree, weaving tradition into every fold.

Silk & Forever: Why Kanjivaram Rules the Bridal Realm

For centuries, the Kanjivaram saree has held court as the ultimate symbol of bridal elegance in South India, its lustrous silk threads weaving a timeless tale of tradition, craftsmanship, and cultural pride. Born in the temple town of Kanchipuram in…

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Smoke rises from the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis after an Israeli airstrike in Gaza.

President Trump Reacts to Deadly Israeli Hospital Strike in Gaza

On Monday, Israeli airstrikes hit the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists and several medical workers. The incident has drawn international condemnation and a direct response from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The…

Oil tankers at an Indian port unloading crude, symbolizing India's global energy imports.

Between Markets and Mandates: India’s Russian Oil Balancing Act Faces American Pressure

Washington DC/New Delhi – A familiar script is playing out once again in global geopolitics: oil, diplomacy, and the shadow of war. Former U.S. President Donald Trump, now a central figure in the 2025 Republican campaign, made headlines on Saturday…

Immigrants boarding ICE deportation flight in Seattle during April 2025 operation.

Judge Halts Trump-Era Deportations to South Sudan Over Legal Violations

In a significant immigration ruling, U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy has ordered the Trump administration to retain custody of a group of immigrants who were recently deported to South Sudan. The decision follows claims that the Department of Homeland Security…

Donald Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia for a diplomatic visit with Gulf leaders during his second term.

Trump’s Gulf Visit Blurs Lines Between Diplomacy and Business

Former President Donald Trump has embarked on a high-stakes tour of the Middle East from May 13 to 16, visiting Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Qatar—three economic powerhouses in the Gulf. This marks his first foreign tour…

President Donald Trump speaking during a cabinet meeting at the White House.

Judge Halts Trump’s Federal Downsizing Plan, Citing Legal Overreach

A California federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking former President Donald Trump’s sweeping effort to reduce the size of the federal workforce and reorganize 21 government agencies—a move seen as a major setback for the administration’s second-term…

Pope Leo XIV (Robert Francis Prevost) addresses the crowd from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, delivering his first message as the first American pope.

How White Sox Fan ‘Bob’ Defied the Odds to Become the First U.S. Pope

In a stunning turn of events, Robert Francis Prevost, known simply as “Bob” to his friends, has made history as the first American pope, adopting the papal name Leo XIV. A mild-mannered cardinal from Chicago, Prevost’s rise to the papacy…

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Tensions Escalate: Israel Eyes Strike on Iran as U.S. Diplomacy Falters

New Intelligence Sparks Alarm Over Israeli Military Intentions Fresh U.S. intelligence indicates that Israel may be seriously contemplating a military strike on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. This comes at a delicate moment, as the Trump administration continues to push for a…

Judge Halts Trump-Era Deportations to South Sudan Over Legal Violations

In a significant immigration ruling, U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy has ordered the Trump administration to retain custody of a group of immigrants who were recently deported to South Sudan. The decision follows claims that the Department of Homeland Security…

Rep. LaMonica McIver Charged After ICE Facility Clash in Newark

Congresswoman Faces Federal Charges Following Oversight Visit New Jersey Representative LaMonica McIver is facing criminal charges after a heated incident at the Delaney Hall immigration detention facility in Newark. The U.S. Attorney for New Jersey filed charges against her on…

Joe Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Joe Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer: A Look at His Health Battle Former U.S. President Joe Biden, at 82, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office confirmed on Sunday. This diagnosis comes…

U.K. and U.S. Commit to Ensuring Long-Term India-Pakistan Ceasefire: David Lammy

U.K. Foreign Secretary David Lammy made a significant statement regarding the ongoing efforts of the United Kingdom and the United States to secure a lasting ceasefire between India and Pakistan. This move follows the recent escalation of tensions between the…

Red States Crack Down on DEI as Trump Sparks Nationwide Culture War

A sweeping political movement against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is gaining momentum in Republican-led states across the U.S., echoing former President Donald Trump‘s intensified campaign against what he calls “woke ideology.” From West Virginia to Tennessee, statehouses are adopting…

Reliance Secures $2.9 Billion Offshore Loan in 2025’s Biggest Indian Debt Deal

Ambani’s Reliance Grabs Market Confidence with Offshore Loan Reliance Industries, under the leadership of Mukesh Ambani, has struck a landmark offshore loan agreement worth $2.9 billion, spread across two global currencies. The deal includes: This dual-currency arrangement represents India’s largest…

India’s Agni-5 missile launch, symbolizing India’s intercontinental nuclear capability amid rising regional tensions with Pakistan.
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How Real Is the Risk of Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan?

India and Pakistan, both nuclear-armed neighbors with a history of volatile relations, continue to walk a fine line between deterrence and disaster. While full-scale nuclear war remains unlikely, even small miscalculations can ignite catastrophic outcomes. Rising Tensions Amid Missile Developments…

Trump’s Gulf Visit Blurs Lines Between Diplomacy and Business

Former President Donald Trump has embarked on a high-stakes tour of the Middle East from May 13 to 16, visiting Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Qatar—three economic powerhouses in the Gulf. This marks his first foreign tour…

Trump Revives Bold Drug Pricing Plan to Slash Prescription Costs by Up to 80%

Overview of Trump’s Bold Plan to Lower Drug Prices On May 12, 2025, President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order aimed at reducing prescription drug prices in the United States. This order will introduce a “most favored…

Judge Halts Trump’s Federal Downsizing Plan, Citing Legal Overreach

A California federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking former President Donald Trump’s sweeping effort to reduce the size of the federal workforce and reorganize 21 government agencies—a move seen as a major setback for the administration’s second-term…

How White Sox Fan ‘Bob’ Defied the Odds to Become the First U.S. Pope

In a stunning turn of events, Robert Francis Prevost, known simply as “Bob” to his friends, has made history as the first American pope, adopting the papal name Leo XIV. A mild-mannered cardinal from Chicago, Prevost’s rise to the papacy…