Hold overdue Maha local polls within 4 months, SC tells state election panel
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/hold-overdue-maharashtra-local-polls-within-4-months-supreme-court-tells-state-election-panel/articleshow/120943216.cms

The Supreme Court has directed the Maharashtra State Election Commission to conduct local body elections within four weeks, disapproving of bureaucratic control due to election delays. The elections will proceed based on OBC reservation specifications as they existed before the Banthia Commission's report in July 2022, addressing concerns about the enumeration of the OBC population and ensuring grassroots democracy.

Operation Sindoor: Rajnath, Yogi, Goyal react as India targets nine sites across Pak
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/operation-sindoor-rajnath-singh-yogi-goyal-react-as-india-targets-nine-sites-across-pakistan/articleshow/120943220.cms

Income and gender disparities in India still significant, says UNDP
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/income-and-gender-disparities-in-india-still-significant-says-undp/articleshow/120943295.cms

India's Human Development Index ranking improved to 130th in 2023, driven by increased life expectancy and progress in education and income. The nation's HDI value has risen significantly since 1990, outpacing global and South Asian averages, fueled by economic growth and social programs. However, inequality continues to significantly reduce India's HDI, with income and gender disparities remaining a challenge.

NSA Ajit Doval speaks to US counterpart as India launches 'Operation Sindoor'
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/nsa-ajit-doval-speaks-to-us-counterpart-marco-rubio-as-india-launches-operation-sindoor/articleshow/120943360.cms

Following India's launch of Operation Sindoor, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval briefed his US counterpart and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, assuring them the strikes were precise, non-escalatory, and targeted only terror camps. US President Donald Trump, upon being informed, expressed hope for swift de-escalation.

GCSE results day to change for thousands of students with new app
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2e2z1y1pko

School leaders have welcomed the plans for digital exam grades, but said they would need "seamless" support.

Abuse victim fled ex but council left her in unsecure home
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgnxj41v0lo

Jane says she barricaded herself into her house each night as she waited to get extra security.

How street sex workers are helping police stop child abuse
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c625yk01772o

As darkness falls across Bristol, street sex workers are helping to protect its most at-risk children.

Dangerous fungus could spread to parts of US, researchers claim
https://www.foxnews.com/health/dangerous-fungus-could-spread-parts-us-researchers-claim

Some scientists are raising concerns about Aspergillus, a potentially deadly fungus that could spread across regions of the U.S., Europe, and Asia. This mold flourishes in warm, humid environments.

Trump names Andrew Giuliani, son of former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, to FIFA World Cup task force
https://www.foxnews.com/sports/trump-names-andrew-giuliani-son-former-new-york-city-mayor-rudy-giuliani-fifa-world-cup-task-force

The White House task force for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be headed in part by Andrew Giuliani, the son of former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani.

Canadian journalist mocks Americans, says they can be 'convinced of anything' under Trump
https://www.foxnews.com/media/canadian-journalist-mocks-americans-says-can-convinced-anything-under-trump

Canadian journalist Stephen Marche warned an MSNBC panel that Canada may have to seriously prepare for a defensive war with the U.S. under President Donald Trump.

Lawmakers react to Newark airport chaos: ‘Your family deserves to know you’ll be safe'
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/lawmakers-react-newark-airport-chaos-your-family-deserves-know-youll-safe

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is under fire, and senators Andy Kim, Jerry Moran and Shelley Moore Capito responded to issues at Newark Liberty International Airport Tuesday.

Senator presses NBA exec about league's 'cozy relationship' with China: 'American people deserve transparency'
https://www.foxnews.com/sports/senator-presses-nba-exec-about-leagues-cozy-relationship-china-american-people-deserve-transparency

Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., pressed NBA executive Bill Koenig Tuesday about the league's relationship with China, wondering what team owners have invested.

US Embassy warns Americans in Central American country of mass shooting threat
https://www.foxnews.com/us/us-embassy-warns-americans-central-american-country-mass-shooting-threat

The U.S. Embassy in Honduras on Tuesday said it received information about a potential mass shooting threat in the Central American nation's capital, Tegucigalpa.

Ellen DeGeneres struggles with UK country life after fleeing US
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/ellen-degeneres-struggles-uk-country-life-after-fleeing-us

Ellen DeGeneres posted a lighthearted video poking fun at her inability to mow the lawn at her new home in the United Kingdom countryside.

Fox News Channel accounts for all top 1,000 cable news telecasts since Election Day
https://www.foxnews.com/media/fox-news-channel-accounts-all-top-1000-cable-news-telecasts-since-election-day

Fox News Channel had yet another dominant week and now accounts for the top 1,000 cable news telecasts in the six months since Election Day.

Bill Belichick's comparison of Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes in new book raises eyebrows
https://www.foxnews.com/sports/bill-belichicks-comparison-tom-brady-patrick-mahomes-new-book-raises-eyebrows

Former NFL head coach Bill Belichick in his new book shares a "controversial" take on how Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes each handled success in their respective career.

State Department to merge Palestinian Affairs Office with US Embassy in Jerusalem
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/state-department-merge-palestinian-affairs-office-us-embassy-jerusalem

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, through U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee, will merge the Palestinian Affairs Office responsibilities with the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem.

Red-state governor shoots down bill banning this common hospitality industry item
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/red-state-governor-shoots-down-bill-banning-common-hospitality-industry-item

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte vetoes legislation that would largely ban Styrofoam containers, dubbing it “textbook government overreach."

Smokey Robinson accused of sexual assault by former housekeepers in $50M lawsuit
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/smokey-robinson-accused-sexual-assault-former-housekeepers-50m-lawsuit

Four women claimed Smokey Robinson sexually assaulted them while they were employed as housekeepers for the Motown legend. The accusers seek $50 million in damages.

Trump admin reinstates 9/11 survivors program staff following HHS reorganization
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-admin-reinstates-9-11-survivors-program-staff-following-hhs-reorganization

The Trump administration reinstated staff at the World Trade Center Health Program after political backlash amid DOGE cuts to the popular 9/11 survivors' program.