Illinois’ hidden, frozen waterfalls draw adventure-seekers

The Centre has argued in the Supreme Court that the six-year disqualification for convicts from contesting elections is constitutionally sound and a lifetime ban should be decided by Parliament. An advocate had filed a petition seeking a lifetime ban on convicted politicians, but the government argued that time-bound penalties ensure deterrence without being excessively harsh….

Former skipper Rashid Latif urges Pakistan to boycott the Champions Trophy. This follows India’s refusal of a hybrid model for the 2025 edition. Pakistan had agreed to the hybrid model but demanded reciprocal treatment for Indian events. The BCCI rejected this, citing no security threats in India. The ICC is now facing a new deadlock…

Amid his nomination for US defence secretary, Pete Hegseth faces accusations from his mother, Penelope, about mistreating women. Despite her later apology, concerns rise over his personal conduct, including infidelity and a rape complaint. Supporters and critics remain divided as the scrutiny intensifies, especially given the military’s strict stance on such issues.

It could be argued Sam Darnold cost himself a lot of money over his last couple games, but one Minnesota Vikings legend says Darnold’s done enough to remain the team’s quarterback. In his first 16 games, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft rewrote his story, throwing for 4,153 yards and 35…

New Jersey-based attorney Alina Habba hit the nation’s radar back in 2021, becoming President-elect Trump’s fierce legal defender and then spokeswoman as he battled an onslaught of legal cases and criminal charges ahead of his decisive win against Vice President Kamala Harris last month.  Now, Habba is readying to take on a new role: counselor…