July 2025 – Page 17

EU sanctions hit Russia-backed Nayara hard! Indian refinery switches to local firm after Microsoft suspends services; here’s what’s happening

India has expressed opposition to EU’s latest sanctions, which were declared on July 19. (AI image) EU sanctions on Russia: Hit by European Union sanctions, Russia-backed Nayara Energy refinery in India, has switched to local company Rediff.com for IT services. According to a Reuters report, Microsoft had discontinued its support to Nayara, after fresh sanctions […]

Beware! UAE authority warns against fake quick visa service scams, how to spot and avoid them | World News

UAE warns public to avoid fake visa service ads and use only official channels/ Representative Image TL;DR Only use official UAE government channels for visas, residency, and work permits. Fake ads online claim to speed up visa processes but often charge high fees without any real service. Always report suspicious offers and avoid unauthorized providers […]

Sunil Gavaskar rips into Ben Stokes & Co. over Manchester Test theatrics: ‘Why did you not declare?’

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has questioned England’s tactics in the fourth Test at Manchester, wondering why the hosts did not declare their innings sooner in order to force a result and instead waited to be bowled out. Going into the third innings, England had a lead of 311 runs, and while their pacers had […]

Saudi Arabia to hosts world’s biggest comedy festival: Kevin Hart, Russell Peters among 50+ top comedians | World News

Tickets for the Riyadh Comedy Festival, running September 26 to October 9, will be available starting August 1 on Webook.com/ Image: X In a landmark move reflecting its ambitious Vision 2030 economic diversification plan, Saudi Arabia is set to host the world’s largest comedy festival from September 26 to October 9, 2025, in Riyadh’s vibrant […]

Russia attacks prison in Ukraine: At least 17 inmates killed; Kyiv calls it ‘war crime’ | World News

Russia strikes Ukrainian prison (Representative image) Russia struck a prison in Ukraine’s southeastern Zaporizhzhia region late Monday(local time), killing at least 17 inmates and injuring more than 80 others.Russia used four guided aerial bombs to target Bilenkivska Correctional colony, according to the State Criminal Executive Service of Ukraine, reported AP.At least 42 inmates were hospitalized […]

‘Absolute filth, embarrassing moment’: Stuart Broad on Harry Brook’s over where he bowled 37mph | Cricket News

England’ Harry Brook was handed bowling duties in the final over by skipper Ben Stokes in the 4th Test (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Former England pacer Stuart Broad has taken a sharp dig at the home team’s tactics on the final day of the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford, calling Harry Brook’s […]

UAE petrol prices August 2025: Stability ahead or another bump? Here’s what you need to know | World News

UAE petrol prices fluctuated monthly in 2025, driven by global oil trends and seasonal demand/ Representative Image TL;DR Fuel prices in August 2025 are likely to stay flat or see a slight increase. July saw one of the highest rates this year, driven by global oil trends. Final August rates will be announced on July […]

Who is Abhay Nayak? Supposed Indian-origin man behind mid-air bomb threat on EasyJet flight; yells ‘death to America, Trump’

A man named Abhay Nayak, was arrested after causing panic on an EasyJet flight from London Luton to Glasgow on Sunday morning.The flight was forced to make an emergency landing after Nayak allegedly shouted bomb threats and political slogans mid-air, sparking fear among passengers.According to eyewitnesses, Nayak exited the aircraft toilet shouting “Allahu Akbar” and […]

Explained: Why Sydney Sweeney’s new American Eagle ad is being called ‘fascist’ and ‘Nazi’- and being labelled ‘white supremacist’

Godwin’s law states that any internet discussion will always veer towards someone making a comparison with Nazi or Hitler. And now that 4chan/Reddit ailment has escaped into the real world.A denim ad meant to celebrate American style has instead ignited a firestorm online, with critics accusing American Eagle and actress Sydney Sweeney of peddling “Nazi […]

Who is Holly? Vivek Ramaswamy shares update on Cincinnati street brawl victim; blames ‘leftist’ safety policies

Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy on Monday condemned a violent street brawl in downtown Cincinnati that went viral over the weekend, using the incident to call out what he described as failed public safety policies in Democrat-led cities.Sharing a post on X, Ramaswamy said he had spoken with one of the victims of the assault, […]