Times of India

Sean Strickland has finally addressed the growing controversy surrounding his absence from UFC Freedom 250. the historic event scheduled to take place on the grounds of the White House. The UFC middleweight champion took to social media to explain why he believes he was unable to attend the event. His comments came after days of speculation from fans and media members who questioned why one of the promotion’s biggest stars would not be present for such a landmark occasion.

New Zealand's star batsman Kane Williamson has retired from international cricket with immediate effect after a distinguished 16-year career. The batting stalwart, who represented New Zealand in 378 matches across all formats, stated the decision was not sudden and he felt it was the right time to step away on his own terms, expressing optimism for the team's future.

Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan has reportedly signed with Hollywood's renowned Anonymous Content, fueling speculation about his international film debut. This move follows his consistent success in Indian cinema, with acclaimed roles and upcoming projects like 'Krrish 4'. Roshan's venture mirrors a growing trend of Indian actors expanding their global reach.

The Rajasthan High Court has halted criminal proceedings against a man's elderly parents. The court ruled the ex-wife abused legal processes by pursuing the case after accepting a Rs 20 lakh alimony and consenting to divorce. Justice Dhand emphasized that continuing the trial after a full settlement serves only to harass the family.

SpaceX's impending Wall Street debut is generating significant investor excitement, with shadow and prediction markets valuing the aerospace giant at over $2 trillion. Derivatives and perpetual futures suggest a substantial gain from its IPO valuation, indicating strong pre-trading momentum. A successful listing could reshape investor flows and set a precedent for future mega-IPOs.

The sharp rally boosted the cumulative market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms by more than Rs 7 lakh crore, taking the overall valuation to nearly Rs 460 lakh crore.

Anthropic has revised its safeguard policy for Claude Fable 5 following criticism over undisclosed restrictions. The company will now make refusals and model fallbacks visible to users, apologizing for an "incorrect tradeoff." This change aims to enhance transparency after initial safety measures, intended to prevent misuse in sensitive areas, drew developer concerns.

KEM Hospital is investigating MBBS student Sejal Pawar over alleged disrespectful remarks about male cadavers at a comedy show. An internal committee's findings will guide the hospital's action. The dean deemed the comments unacceptable, while the All India Medical Students' Association condemned the insensitive portrayal of body donors, emphasizing the dignity owed to them.

Salman Khan has approached the Delhi High Court seeking an urgent stay on the film 'Kala Hiran: Battle for Legacy', alleging infringement of his personality rights. He claims the movie uses a lookalike, his iconic bracelet, and leverages his name for promotion, potentially damaging his image and influencing ongoing legal proceedings related to the 1998 blackbuck case.

A devastating fire ripped through a five-storey building in Govindpuri, Delhi, early Friday, claiming three lives and critically injuring two. Trapped residents made desperate escapes using sarees from windows as flames and thick smoke engulfed the structure. The blaze, suspected to be an electrical short circuit, gutted the building and parked two-wheelers.

Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz was hospitalised for observation after suffering a concussion from a Riley Meredith bouncer during the team's historic ODI series win over Australia. Despite the blow and subsequent discomfort, Miraz bravely continued to play, guiding Bangladesh to a memorable victory with an unbeaten 22.

The US has surged to become the world's top oil exporter, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Russia. This significant shift, driven by robust domestic production and strategic reserve releases, marks a dramatic reversal from past dependence. Disruptions in the Middle East and sanctions on Russia have reshaped global energy dynamics, granting the US new geopolitical leverage.

At the IPO price of $135 a share, SpaceX commands a market valuation of around $1.75 trillion, placing it among the most valuable publicly traded companies globally despite not yet turning profitable.

A Delhi court deferred hearing on Yash Yadav's interim bail plea for the NEET UG exam, deeming it premature as he lacks an admit card. The court will revisit the matter on June 16, after seeking a response from the CBI regarding Yadav's request for bail to attend his sister's wedding and the examination.