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Airbnb and Anthropic are expanding their New York City operations significantly. This investment occurs despite concerns from business leaders about city policies. Airbnb purchased a building for its growing New York workforce. Anthropic will lease a large office building and double its staff. These expansions highlight continued business activity amidst policy debates.

Aditya from Ratnauli village in Muzaffarpur has emerged as a symbol of determination after securing AIR 946 in NEET UG, becoming the first student from his village to crack the medical entrance exam. His grandfather Saukhi Sahni was a former rickshaw puller, while his father works in a private job. The article highlights Aditya’s achievement along with other Muzaffarpur students who secured notable NEET-UG ranks through dedicated preparation.

Priyanka Chopra's fierce new look as Mandakini in SS Rajamouli's film 'Varanasi' was revealed. This marks her first Indian theatrical release since 2019, starring opposite Mahesh Babu. The epic adventure spans thousands of years and multiple continents, featuring extensive action. Chopra plays a strong, vulnerable character caught between two central male figures. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on April 7, 2027.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly removed from Jantar Mantar and subsequently taken to a hospital as his health declined after twenty-one days of an indefinite hunger strike. During the demonstration, police detained CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke amid the ensuing chaos. Despite Wangchuk's absence, the planned march to Parliament is set to continue, focusing on calling out alleged discrepancies in the NEET examination and advocating for necessary reforms.

Ravichandran Ashwin questions the timing of speculation about Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's ODI futures. He believes selectors should have communicated any transition plans much earlier. Ashwin stated that the experienced duo's presence is still needed for upcoming tours. Honest communication is essential when managing senior players' careers. Such discussions are surfacing late, with the next World Cup approaching.

Police arrested a man for murdering a woman and committing necrophilia. He dismembered her body and dumped the remains in a river. The victim's son discovered the severed body parts near a stream. The accused confessed to the crime and theft from the victim's house. Authorities recovered the murder weapon and other incriminating materials.

Humans possess a vital sixth sense called interoception, which monitors internal bodily signals. This hidden sense helps regulate emotions and manage stress effectively. Women show lower accuracy in heart-based interoceptive tasks, potentially explaining higher anxiety rates. Better interoception correlates with fewer mood swings and improved hunger signal detection. Understanding interoception offers pathways to better mental health treatments.

The White House has defended Argentina players' right to display the controversial Falklands banner after their World Cup semi-final win over England, citing First Amendment protections during a FIFA Task Force briefing. The comments come as FIFA continues reviewing the incident under its disciplinary rules, with potential sanctions still under consideration ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Spain.

President Trump threatened new tariffs on Canada due to wildfire smoke. He accused Ottawa of failing to manage forests and causing unhealthy air. Smoke from hundreds of Canadian wildfires has spread across many United States states. Republican lawmakers also criticized Canada's response to the recurring smoke. Canadian officials have not yet responded to the tariff warning.

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift have spent their first weeks of married life moving between Montana, California, and Florida rather than on a traditional honeymoon. The couple attended a friend's wedding, trained, and stayed largely out of public view. Sources say Travis's July 28 Chiefs training camp deadline is the primary factor shaping whatever private trip they may still plan. Insiders report the couple has kept the destination secret even from close family, with plans to share details only once they are on the way back.

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' registered a strong opening at the Indian box office. The film earned Rs 20.76 crore on its opening day. The English version led collections, contributing Rs 13.75 crore net. Premium formats like IMAX screenings significantly boosted the opening day numbers. The film also achieved strong advance bookings, ranking among top Hollywood pre-sales.

Rescuer Brian Trascher says the strong currents and sudden underwater drop-off at Horn Island’s northwest tip may explain how Nolan Wells died. Authorities are still waiting for autopsy results and say they have found no evidence of foul play. Meanwhile, Nolan’s family is pursuing an independent investigation, and the case will also be presented to a grand jury.

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A sub-inspector was found dead inside his locked car in Para on Friday. He had been out of contact with colleagues since Thursday afternoon. Police traced his mobile phone to the Budheshwar-Mohan road location. Doctors declared him dead after he was shifted to a hospital. Forensic examination and post-mortem will establish the exact cause of death.

Maharashtra has seen a rise in Covid-19 cases, mostly mild, over recent days. Experts note the virus now follows influenza-like patterns with periodic spikes. Most positive cases were detected during physician-advised investigations or pre-operative assessments. This recent uptick is the first noticeable increase in Covid cases since around 2023. Hospitals are also observing increased cases of influenza and other infections.

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1, India's first private orbital rocket, is scheduled for launch. This launch occurs 46 years after ISRO's SLV-3 mission from Sriharikota. The Vikram-1 rocket is 22 meters tall and built with advanced composite structures. This maiden orbital test flight aims to gather crucial flight data for future development. The mission marks a significant milestone for India's burgeoning private space sector.

Spain have eased concerns over Lamine Yamal's fitness after the teenager trained separately ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina. The RFEF and coach Luis de la Fuente insist the session was precautionary, with Pedro Porro also on an individual programme. Both players are expected to be fit as Spain chase a fourth World Cup title on Sunday.