Times of India

New York City has enacted a new 'Click-to-Cancel' law for subscriptions. This rule requires businesses to allow easy cancellation of services. It takes effect on October first, making the city a pioneer. A related proposed rule will address upfront junk fees for consumers. These new regulations aim to protect New Yorkers from hidden charges.

India suffered a significant 0-4 T20I series defeat against England. Former player Mohammed Kaif expressed strong criticism of team management's decisions. He questioned the handling of young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sanju Samson. England's dominant performance saw them replace India as the top T20I side. The teams now prepare for an upcoming ODI series.

A speeding Ferrari Roma worth over Rs 3.5 crore crashed into an apartment gate. The luxury car sustained extensive damage after ramming the property's entrance. No injuries were reported from the accident which occurred on Sunday. The driver tested negative for alcohol and possessed a valid license. The building owner declined to file a complaint, so no FIR was registered.

Despite increasing awareness of mental health, public comprehension still lags behind scientific advancements. Misunderstandings surrounding schizophrenia, dissociative identity disorder, and bipolar disorder lead to widespread stigma. The media often dramatizes these issues, portraying affected individuals as violent or erratic. To combat this, we need to prioritize education and foster empathy, while robust support systems must aid patients and caregivers in their journey toward recovery and respect.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta requested one hundred crore rupees in central assistance. This funding is for the initial phase of the PM-UDAY scheme for unauthorized colonies. The scheme aims to grant property rights to residents in fifteen hundred eleven colonies. Dedicated cells will be established in all thirteen districts for scheme implementation. Modern land survey and mapping systems will improve property record accuracy and transparency.

England booked their place in the last four in Miami, with Bellingham scoring both goals. While the players celebrated on the pitch, Tuchel made it clear in his post-match interview that he was not satisfied with the overall display.

The United Nations views housing as a basic human right, not just an investment. Financialization and global pressures displace millions, making cities unaffordable for many. Marginalized groups face significant discrimination in securing adequate housing worldwide. Legal foundations for this right exist in international human rights treaties. Adequate housing requires security, affordability, habitability, and access to services.

S. Janaki, the iconic Nightingale of South India, has sadly passed away at the age of eighty-eight in Mysuru. Known affectionately as Janaki Amma, she famously rejected the Padma Bhushan in 2013, arguing that recognition for artists should come while they are still alive. Janaki passionately believed her legacy warranted the Bharat Ratna, highlighting the importance of timely recognition in the arts.

Parag Agrawal found inspiration in Satya Nadella's leadership for Twitter's transformation. He viewed Nadella as a re-founder who completely changed a business and culture. Agrawal planned radical internal projects like Project Saturn and Birdwatch for Twitter. These initiatives aimed to significantly alter user experience and content moderation. His tenure ended abruptly, preventing the full realization of these ambitious plans.

MacKenzie Scott has donated twenty million dollars to Active Minds. This significant contribution is the largest in the nonprofit's history. Active Minds focuses on youth mental health awareness and reducing stigma. The unrestricted funds will expand programs and support young leaders. This donation occurs amid growing concerns about youth mental health.

The United States carried out a third round of strikes on Iran after accusing Tehran of attacking a commercial container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran announced that it had once again closed the strategic waterway, stepped up attacks on US military facilities across the Gulf and warned that any retaliation would invite a "severe response."

Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham achieved a historic World Cup scoring milestone for England. Bellingham scored twice in the quarterfinal victory, securing a semifinal berth for the team. Their combined six goals each set a new tournament benchmark for teammates from one nation. England defeated Norway in extra time, ending Haaland's scoring streak. The Three Lions now face Argentina in their quest for a World Cup final.

Defending champions Argentina secured a 3-1 victory over Switzerland after extra time. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring for Argentina in the tenth minute. Switzerland equalized in the second half, but a red card changed the match dynamics. Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time to seal the win. Argentina will now face England in the semifinals on Wednesday.

China is weighing curbs on overseas access to its top AI models, Reuters reports, with Alibaba, ByteDance and Z.ai called into Ministry of Commerce talks. The move would hit US firms like Airbnb, Cursor and DoorDash that leaned on cheap Chinese models such as Qwen, DeepSeek and GLM-5.2 to cut soaring AI costs. Existing open weights stay. Future ones may not.

A Bengaluru woman reported a delivery agent entered her flat without permission. He allegedly exposed himself after she refused his toilet request multiple times. The woman felt shocked and unsafe within her own home. She stated that a simple refusal should have ended the interaction. No police complaint has been filed regarding this disturbing incident.

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said the damaged vessel was located east of Oman and confirmed that the crew had safely evacuated. "UKMTO has been informed by military authorities and the CSO of the vessel that the crew have abandoned the vessel and are currently embarked in a lifeboat," the British maritime agency said.