‘Too many non-working holidays’: Donald Trump on Juneteenth, skips celebration; once claimed to make it ‘famous’

President Donald Trump talks with reporters in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in Washington. (AP) US President Donald Trump honored Juneteenth in each of his first four years as president, even before it became a federal holiday. He even claimed once to have made it “very famous.” But on […]

India (IND) vs England (ENG), 1st Test Leeds Weather forecast: Will rain play spoilsport in series opener?

The first Test begins on Friday (June 20) in Leeds, where Shubman Gill will lead a new-look Indian side against Ben Stokes’ dynamic England – two teams aiming to script a fresh chapter in the new ICC World Test Championship cycle. With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli having stepped away from the longest format, the […]

Noem curbs ICE access: DHS rules limit lawmakers’ visits; Democrats accuse Trump of hiding abuses

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued new rules limiting how and when members of Congress can visit immigration detention centres. This comes after several tense visits by Democratic lawmakers.Under federal law, lawmakers can make unannounced visits to ICE facilities. But the new DHS policy requires them to give prior notice. It also […]

Tarot Horoscope for June 20, 2025: A tarot message for each zodiac sign | Astrology

Every day carries its unique energy, and the Tarot serves as a mirror, helping you navigate this energy with clarity and intention. Whether you are looking for guidance, reassurance, or focus, the cards reveal subtle truths that can support your journey. Tune in to your intuition, trust it, and allow the insights to unfold. Tarot […]

‘Ring of fire’: Israel says it flipped Iran’s war doctrine; IDF vows unrelenting pace

Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, Chief of Staff of the IDF (Picture source: IDF) Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, Chief of Staff of the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), told Israel’s intelligence officers on Thursday that the country had turned Iran’s “ring of fire” against them — a reference to alleged years of Iranian preparation for attacks on […]

Jemimah Rodrigues retained by Brisbane Heat in WBBL draft

Two more England players in wicketkeeper-batter Amy Jones and Dani Gibson, were picked up by Melbourne Stars, who also showed interest in Jemimah Rodrigues. Photo: Emmanual Yogini/The Hindu India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been retained by Brisbane Heat, with eight franchises picking up a total of 23 international players during the Women’s Big Bash League […]

Honoured to meet Pak army chief Asim Munir, says Trump after their discussion

US President Donald Trump Two “very smart” leaders of India and Pakistan decided to end last month’s conflict that could have turned into a nuclear war, US President Donald Trump said after holding a rare luncheon meeting with Pakistan army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir at the White House. “Those are two nuclear powers, big […]

Clemson dismisses four-star freshman Marquise Henderson; here’s all you need to know

Clemson announced the dismissal of a four-star freshman athlete Marquise Henderson from its program. This was a rare occurrence it has not dismissed a player in nearly two years. Official statement Clemson football declared the news briefly on Thursday. “Clemson has made the decision to dismiss Marquise Henderson from its program,” a team spokesperson stated. […]

How the Supreme Court’s Transgender Ruling Reveals a Shift

In its biggest ruling of the term, the Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld a Tennessee law that prohibits some medical treatments for transgender youths, shielding similar laws in more than 20 other states. Adam Liptak, who covers the Supreme Court for The New York Times, describes the three factions of justices in the 6-to-3 decision. […]

Telangana village on ‘suicide watch’ saves 300 lives in 3 years | India News

Yamcha locals with two of the persons (faces pixelated) they saved. They say many of those who attempt suicide later express gratitude for being saved HYDERABAD: Residents of Yamcha, a hamlet on banks of the Godavari in Telangana’s Nizamabad – around 200km from Hyderabad – have prevented over 300 potential suicides in the past three […]