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The BJP is raising eyebrows over Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi's absence from Wayanad following a landslide, labeling them as part-time politicians and political tourists. Wayanad is crucial for the Gandhis, as it has been a significant political stronghold for Rahul. Meanwhile, Rahul has not been seen publicly for almost three weeks. In response, Congress defends their leaders, stating their absence helps maintain the focus on relief operations.

Patrick Swayze and Lisa Niemi's love story remains one of Hollywood's most enduring romances. Even years after the Road House star's death in 2009 following a battle with pancreatic cancer, Lisa still becomes emotional when she remembers the first time they danced together. What started as dance rehearsals during their teenage years soon blossomed into a romance that lasted more than three decades.

A US citizen arrested in a terror case seeks court permission to cook his own food. He has been on a hunger strike for over 50 days due to prison food. Matthew Aaron VanDyke claims jail meals are unsuitable for his dietary habits. His family is willing to cover all expenses for his personal cooking setup. The court has sought a response from Tihar Jail authorities.

Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI is significantly hindering its secretive hardware project. The litigation threatens OpenAI's engineering pipeline and its ability to recruit talent. OpenAI had aimed to launch its first consumer hardware product later this year. However, legal scrutiny now makes it difficult for the company to proceed. This legal action effectively derails OpenAI's hardware ambitions and future plans.

Liverpool and the Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has enjoyed huge success on the football field. Away from football, his personal life has also remained in the spotlight. His relationship with Argentine fashion designer and influencer Ailen Cova has attracted attention. The couple made their love public in late 2022.

Craig Berube unveiled Mitch Marner’s significant emotional presence in the locker room, and Sid Seixeiro has started a conversation on the leadership make-up of the Toronto Maple Leafs. The comments have raised questions about Auston Matthews’ captaincy, team culture and the impact of losing Marner. The discussion comes after a disappointing 2025-26 season in Toronto without the longtime forward.

Dubai's residential property sales saw a sixteen percent decrease in early 2026. This slowdown occurred as regional geopolitical tensions impacted buyer sentiment and demand. Despite this, sales remained fifteen percent higher than in the first half of 2024. Residential property prices saw a slight decline between February and April. However, 2025 was a record year for Dubai's property market.

France, Argentina, Spain and England are the last four standing. Here’s the not-so-brief guide to the World Cup’s first semi-final line-up featuring the top four ranked teams.

Anupam Kher addressed an old video of Naseeruddin Shah calling him a clown. He stated that he and Naseeruddin Shah respect each other and have met recently. Kher emphasized his achievements are due to hard work and divine grace. He believes trolls are trying to target him after his Ram Janmbhoomi comments. Kher concluded by asserting that self-made individuals are not afraid of abuse.

Trump's announcement comes after another major exchange of fire cast fresh uncertainty over efforts to negotiate an end to the conflict. Before Iran asserted control over the Strait of Hormuz after the war began, about one-fifth of the world's oil and gas supplies moved through the strategic waterway.

Pakistan faces a critical shortage of over 100 essential medicines, including life-saving drugs. Delayed price revisions by the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan are disrupting production. Rising costs of raw materials and currency depreciation have impacted manufacturing expenses significantly. This situation is creating space for counterfeit and substandard products in the market. Industry representatives urge the government to approve pending hardship pricing cases immediately.

A farm in Lincolnshire is evolving into a lucrative wildland endeavor, with beavers playing a pivotal role in this ecological project. The initiative focuses on demonstrating that restoring nature can lead to substantial private income. Current revenue streams are generated through carbon removal and biodiversity credits, with aspirations to draw significant investments for sustainable environmental solutions.

Jacob Bethell will open batting with Ben Duckett for England's first ODI. Jos Buttler plays his 200th ODI match, marking a significant career milestone. England's bowling attack features a spin-heavy approach against India's strong batting lineup. Jofra Archer returns to the ODI squad after a strong T20I performance. The three-match series begins at Edgbaston on Tuesday.

India captain Shubman Gill reaffirmed that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remain central to the ODI team's 2027 World Cup plans, calling them the “backbone” of India’s batting. Emphasising their experience in pressure situations, Gill said India’s settled core will stay intact while younger players are gradually integrated through opportunities in upcoming ODI series.

Israel's Mossad reportedly sought to recruit Mahmoud Ahmadinejad for regime change. Secret meetings and financial aid were allegedly provided to the former Iranian president. An attempted extraction from Tehran failed after Ahmadinejad grew dissatisfied with the plan. Iranian authorities later placed Ahmadinejad under house arrest after uncovering his alleged contacts. No official confirmations have been issued by either involved nation.