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In rare move, SC takes up Kolkata case, may look at doctors’ safetyIn rare move, SC takes up Kolkata case, may look at doctors’ safety
The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the rape-murder of a doctor at Kolkata’s R G Kar hospital on August 9. A bench headed by CJI D Y Chandrachud
Kolkata horror: Not satisfied with Bengal CM’s action, says RG Kar doctor’s dadKolkata horror: Not satisfied with Bengal CM’s action, says RG Kar doctor’s dad
The father of the junior doctor raped and murdered at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College on August 9 accused the Mamata Banerjee government of trying to silence justice seekers. He
Unruly flyer in Pune assaults 2 co-passengers, CISF constableUnruly flyer in Pune assaults 2 co-passengers, CISF constable
A woman was removed from a flight at Pune’s Lohegaon airport after she assaulted two passengers and a CISF constable during boarding. The woman and her husband were en route
Bank cuts EMIs from Wayanad survivors’ relief aid, sparks rowBank cuts EMIs from Wayanad survivors’ relief aid, sparks row
Kerala Gramin Bank deducted loan EMIs from emergency relief provided by the state government to survivors of the July 30 Wayanad landslides. The move, deemed ‘cruel’ by state cooperatives minister
Woman doctor assaulted by patient, kin at Mumbai hospitalWoman doctor assaulted by patient, kin at Mumbai hospital
Sion police have filed an FIR against two siblings for allegedly assaulting a female doctor at Sion hospital. The incident occurred when Prasad Devendra, who was reportedly drunk, became abusive
Blood banks searching for Type O blood amid emergency shortage: ‘We always have a need’Blood banks searching for Type O blood amid emergency shortage: ‘We always have a need’
The nation is facing an emergency blood shortage, according to the American Red Cross. Extreme heat and recent natural disasters are affecting the blood supply, the nonprofit says. Not only
Blinken arrives in Middle East to renew cease-fire negotiations in GazaBlinken arrives in Middle East to renew cease-fire negotiations in Gaza
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Tel Aviv in Israel on Sunday as he begins a Middle East tour with hopes of intensifying diplomatic pressure for a cease-fire
Families of trans teens file lawsuit against New Hampshire officials over sports banFamilies of trans teens file lawsuit against New Hampshire officials over sports ban
The families of two transgender teens in New Hampshire have filed a lawsuit challenging a new state law that bans them from playing on girls’ sports teams at their public
Archaeologists unearth 13,000-year-old mastodon skull in IowaArchaeologists unearth 13,000-year-old mastodon skull in Iowa
Archaeologists in Iowa have unearthed an ancient mastodon skull in pristine condition, which they hope will provide clues about human interaction with the ancient animal. The bones were excavated earlier
John Aprea, ‘The Godfather Part II’ actor, dead at 83John Aprea, ‘The Godfather Part II’ actor, dead at 83
John Aprea, known for portraying a young Salvatore “Sal” Tessio in “The Godfather Part II,” died earlier this month. He was 83. Aprea “died of natural causes” on Monday, Aug.
Manchin says Biden has been pulled ‘so far to the left,’ it’s not the same person he once knewManchin says Biden has been pulled ‘so far to the left,’ it’s not the same person he once knew
West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin lamented how far left Joe Biden has moved since becoming president and hopes he can become more moderate soon. “Joe Biden has been pulled so
Hideki Matsuyama wins tournament without caddie, coach after trio was robbed in airportHideki Matsuyama wins tournament without caddie, coach after trio was robbed in airport
Hideki Matsuyama didn’t let wild circumstances phase him one bit. Shortly after earning a bronze medal in Paris two weeks ago, he, his caddie and his coach were all robbed
Kursk invasion intended to create Russo-Ukrainian ‘buffer zone,’ Zelenskyy saysKursk invasion intended to create Russo-Ukrainian ‘buffer zone,’ Zelenskyy says
The surprise Ukrainian invasion of Russia’s Kursk region is intended to create a “buffer zone” between the two countries and further complicate Moscow’s cross-border offensive, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said
How to watch tonight’s Saints vs. 49ers NFL preseason gameHow to watch tonight’s Saints vs. 49ers NFL preseason game
Here’s how and when to watch the New Orleans Saints face the San Francisco 49es for NFL preseason Week 2 tonight.
Deadly landmines plague Ukraine after Russia’s invasion | 60 MinutesDeadly landmines plague Ukraine after Russia’s invasion | 60 Minutes
Millions of landmines are spread across Ukraine. A massive effort is underway to find and remove the deadly devices, but it will take a generation or more to be rid
Military families in Hawaii say water tainted by jet fuel made them sick | 60 MinutesMilitary families in Hawaii say water tainted by jet fuel made them sick | 60 Minutes
Thousands of gallons of jet fuel contaminated the Navy’s drinking water system for Pearl Harbor. Families dealing with health issues sued, alleging they were harmed by negligence at Red Hill.
Indian Relay horse race dubbed “America’s original extreme sport” | 60 MinutesIndian Relay horse race dubbed “America’s original extreme sport” | 60 Minutes
Indian Relay, dubbed “America’s original extreme sport,” has roots dating back centuries to horse stealing raids. Native Americans are keeping the dangerous and compelling racing tradition alive.
Massive Ukrainian effort underway to clear millions of landminesMassive Ukrainian effort underway to clear millions of landmines
Millions of landmines are spread across Ukraine. A massive effort is underway to find and remove the deadly devices, but it will take a generation or more to be rid
Ukraine’s landmine crisisUkraine’s landmine crisis
Ukraine has been littered with millions of landmines since Russia’s invasion began two years ago. A humanitarian group says clearing them will take “generations.”
The potential threat to Honolulu’s water supply lurking undergroundThe potential threat to Honolulu’s water supply lurking underground
Two years after a fuel leak at the Navy’s Red Hill storage complex contaminated drinking water at Pearl Harbor, the city of Honolulu is guarding against contamination to its own
Indian Relay horse races have historic roots for Native American tribesIndian Relay horse races have historic roots for Native American tribes
Indian Relay, dubbed “America’s original extreme sport,” has roots dating back centuries to horse stealing raids. Native Americans are keeping the dangerous and compelling racing tradition alive.
Military families feel betrayed over jet fuel-tainted water at Hawaii baseMilitary families feel betrayed over jet fuel-tainted water at Hawaii base
Thousands of gallons of jet fuel contaminated the Navy’s drinking water system for Pearl Harbor. Families dealing with health issues sued, alleging they were harmed by negligence at Red Hill.
Lateral entry will snatch quota from SCs, STs & OBCs: Rahul GandhiLateral entry will snatch quota from SCs, STs & OBCs: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government for the UPSC’s recruitment of 45 mid-tier posts through lateral entry, alleging it undermines SC, ST, and OBC quotas and favors RSS influence in
NCPCR chairman flags use of Pak books in Bihar madrassasNCPCR chairman flags use of Pak books in Bihar madrassas
The NCPCR chairman Priyank Kanoongo criticised Unicef’s involvement in creating a “radical curriculum” for Bihar’s government-funded madrassas and the use of Pakistan-published books. He raised concerns about Hindu children enrolling
Observe August 18 as Netaji death anniversary: DaughterObserve August 18 as Netaji death anniversary: Daughter
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s daughter, Anita Bose Pfaff, urged the Indian government to bring his ashes back from Renkoji temple in Japan. She emphasised that Bose died in a plane
2 MPs, 198 others get Kol police notices for ‘spreading misinformation’2 MPs, 198 others get Kol police notices for ‘spreading misinformation’
Police issued summons to 200 individuals, including Trinamool MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy and BJP’s Locket Chatterjee, for allegedly spreading misinformation about the RG Kar rape-murder case or revealing the victim’s
Lateral entry will snatch quota from SCs, STs & OBCs: Rahul GandhiLateral entry will snatch quota from SCs, STs & OBCs: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government for the UPSC’s recruitment of 45 mid-tier posts through lateral entry, alleging it undermines SC, ST, and OBC quotas and favors RSS influence in
Police investigating mysterious death of 19-year-old in Koreatown: LAPDPolice investigating mysterious death of 19-year-old in Koreatown: LAPD
Los Angeles police are investigating the mysterious death of a 19-year-old man in Koreatown late last month, which his family believes was the result of an attack. Joon Hee Han
Raiders choose Gardner Minshew as starting quarterback to begin 2024 seasonRaiders choose Gardner Minshew as starting quarterback to begin 2024 season
The Las Vegas Raiders had a true quarterback competition at training camp, and head coach Antonio Pierce has seen enough to make the decision on who will be leading the
Harris re-energizes Black voters in key states, poll findsHarris re-energizes Black voters in key states, poll finds
Vice President Kamala Harris’ rise to the top of the Democratic ticket has re-energized Black voters in the key swing states of Michigan and Pennsylvania. Harris leads former President Trump
Livvy Dunne, Alix Earle dress up as their professional athlete boyfriends at Fanatics FestLivvy Dunne, Alix Earle dress up as their professional athlete boyfriends at Fanatics Fest
Paul Skenes and Braxton Berrios weren’t able to make Fanatics Fest this week, but their fans got the next best thing. The MLB rookie phenom is in the middle of
Chicago businesses boarding up, bracing for protests ahead of Democratic National ConventionChicago businesses boarding up, bracing for protests ahead of Democratic National Convention
Several downtown Chicago businesses have been boarded up as concerns run high over protests and potential unrest as the Democratic National Convention (DNC) kicks off on Monday. “We have experience
Politico mocked for report stating Harris will draw on prosecutor past to secure border: ‘Is this a joke?’Politico mocked for report stating Harris will draw on prosecutor past to secure border: ‘Is this a joke?’
Social media users ridiculed Politico this weekend after the outlet published a piece stating that Vice President Kamala Harris will be able to enact tougher border policies as president because
Prospect of protests at Chicago DNC evokes memories of 1968 convention violenceProspect of protests at Chicago DNC evokes memories of 1968 convention violence
Democrats are returning to Chicago this week for their convention, with the prospect of protests evoking memories of the violent clashes at the 1968 convention in the same city. Tensions
Russian climber missing as avalanche hits Russian rescue team in PakRussian climber missing as avalanche hits Russian rescue team in Pak
A Russian mountaineer went missing on Gasherbrum IV in Pakistan at 6,400 metres due to an avalanche. The team was on a mission to retrieve another mountaineer’s body from last
‘Like giving Jeffrey Epstein control…’: JD Vance’s jibe at Kamala Harris‘Like giving Jeffrey Epstein control…’: JD Vance’s jibe at Kamala Harris
Donald Trump’s running mate JD Vance mentioned sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in a statement Sunday on Fox News. The statement was not about GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump but about
‘Towering figure’: PM pays tribute to Karunanidhi on centenary‘Towering figure’: PM pays tribute to Karunanidhi on centenary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Tamil Nadu chief minister M Karunanidhi by releasing a commemorative coin for his centenary. Defence minister Rajnath Singh officiated the event in
Bangladesh Hindus now 9% due to forced conversions: Amit ShahBangladesh Hindus now 9% due to forced conversions: Amit Shah
Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted the drastic decline in the Hindu population in Bangladesh from 27% during Partition to 9%, attributing it to forced conversions and displacement. Shah granted citizenship
Graham urges Trump to focus on policy against Harris, warns ‘showman’ might not winGraham urges Trump to focus on policy against Harris, warns ‘showman’ might not win
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., says policy is the GOP’s key to the White House, and urges former President Trump to focus on that rather than his opponent. “Donald Trump, President