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Trump threatens new tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke affecting US cities

Sat, 07/18/2026 - 00:31
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.
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Why Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are delaying their honeymoon despite recent wedding

Sat, 07/18/2026 - 00:08
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.
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'The Odyssey' box office day 1: Christopher Nolan's epic scores Rs 20 crore debut

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 23:48
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.
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Nolan Wells update: Eerie Horn Island discovery detail raises fresh questions

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 23:11
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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EC can delete doubtful voters, cannot decide citizenship: Supreme Court

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 22:43
Seeks bengal's response on ration denial to deleted voters
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Blood oozing from nose, UP cop found dead inside car

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 19:42
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.
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After Andhra, Covid-19 resurfaces in Maharashtra after 3 years

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 19:23
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.
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46 yrs after SLV-3, Skyroot’s Vikram-1 set to mark new chapter in private space journey

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 19:00
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.
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Lamine Yamal separated from Spain squad ahead of final against Argentina

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:54
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.
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'Lord's won't be his last': BCCI dismisses Rohit Sharma retirement rumours

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:39
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has dismissed speculation about Rohit Sharma's ODI retirement. He confirmed that Rohit remains a regular member of India's ODI team. Rohit will continue to represent the country as long as he is in the scheme of things. The selectors are assessing all players for the 2027 World Cup preparations. Therefore, the Lord's ODI will not be Rohit's final match.
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Scientists fit 75 pronghorns, fastest land animal in Americas, with GPS collars: What they found

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:32
GPS collars track pronghorn movement near a New Mexico solar project. Fences around the solar farm present a significant barrier to these animals. Pronghorn typically crawl under fences rather than jumping over them. Researchers suggest simple fence modifications could aid wildlife movement. These changes would help animals use their traditional migration paths.
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Shatrughan Sinha backs Sonakshi Sinha for supporting Sonam Wangchuk, his team thanks her

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:07
Veteran actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha has publicly praised daughter Sonakshi Sinha for speaking in support of activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak issue. Following the support from Sonakshi Sinha and actor Omi Vaidya, Sonam Wangchuk's team responded on behalf of the activist, expressing gratitude for their solidarity.
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'Tie nuptial knot to her body': How techie's suicide case turned into demand for posthumous marriage

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:02
Tension arose in Ponduru village after a woman's family brought her body to her boyfriend's residence. They demanded he marry her corpse before her final rites could be performed. The woman, Keerthi, died by suicide after her boyfriend reportedly refused to marry her. Her family claimed this was her dying wish before her cremation. The family eventually conducted the cremation after Sai's family agreed to the rites.
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R Madhavan says his son Vedaant's generation don't watch Hindi movies or Tamil movies

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 17:51
Actor R Madhavan notes youth disconnect from Indian cinema. Young audiences prefer Japanese anime and Korean content over local films. Madhavan believes filmmakers must create more inspirational stories. His upcoming film GDN highlights inventor Gopalaswamy Doraiswamy Naidu. The film explores Naidu's contributions to Indian industry and innovation.
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Baptism of Yamal by 'Saint' Messi: The photo that became WC final's origin story

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 16:47
Made in La Masia: Lamine Yamal vs Lionel Messi. How a photograph captures the unlikely meeting of two of Barcelona's most famous graduates. Read more in today's Offside.
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