Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea are set to face off in the Club World Cup final. With star power on both sides and plenty at stake, Sunday’s clash promises fireworks in every department.

Abdu Rozik, the Tajikistani singer and reality TV star, was reportedly detained at Dubai International Airport on alleged theft charges but later released, according to his management. His team refuted arrest reports and hinted at further details regarding the incident. Rozik, a Dubai resident with a UAE Golden Visa, has faced controversies before, including a money laundering probe in 2023.

Donald Trump has threatened major trade partners with new import tariffs, ranging from 20% to 50%, demanding individual trade deals by August 1. The EU and Mexico have condemned the proposed tariffs as unfair, while expressing willingness to negotiate. Trump cites trade deficits and fentanyl concerns as justification, despite data showing most fentanyl enters the US from Mexico.

In Tamil Nadu, several older individuals, including lawyers and other professionals, have applied for MBBS admissions after clearing NEET 2025. While the NMC has no age restrictions, officials are grappling with document discrepancies and debating whether a special quota for government school students should extend to older graduates.

Renowned actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away in the early hours of Sunday at his residence in Filmnagar, Hyderabad. He was 83 and had been battling illness for the past few days. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he carved a unique space for himself in Telugu cinema, featuring in over 750 films.

Nabha, an 8-year-old Namibian cheetah, has died at Kuno National Park due to severe injuries sustained during a hunting attempt within her enclosure. Despite a week of treatment, she succumbed to fractures in her left ulna and fibula. The cheetah population at Kuno is now 26, with all other cheetahs reported to be healthy and adapting well.

Following the release of the preliminary report on the June 12 Ahmedabad Dreamliner crash, Air India will conduct a detailed review session for its pilots. Captain Manish Uppal urged pilots to carefully examine the report, emphasizing its role in preventing future tragedies.

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has mandated that all medical colleges disclose their complete course-wise fee structure and stipend details for interns and residents on their websites. To ensure compliance and facilitate monitoring, the NMC has created a Google form for institutions to submit the required information. Colleges failing to adhere to this directive may face punitive actions.

In Balasore, Odisha, a 20-year-old college student self-immolated outside her campus, alleging sexual harassment by a senior faculty member and institutional negligence. A fellow student was injured while attempting to save her. The accused education department head, Samira Kumar Sahu, has been arrested on charges of sexual harassment and abetment to suicide, prompting heightened police presence and student protests.

In Tamil Nadu, a surprising trend has emerged as several senior citizens, including lawyers, cleared NEET and applied for MBBS admissions. Officials are now grappling with the implications of older individuals competing for medical seats, particularly under the 7.5% reservation for government school students.

Pakistan, nearing the end of its UNSC presidency, plans an open debate on global disputes, aiming for a resolution promoting peaceful settlement mechanisms. While seemingly intended to spotlight Kashmir, the resolution will likely be generic to avoid vetoes, focusing on broad principles. Islamabad will also host an event to bolster UN-OIC cooperation, seeking support for its Kashmir stance.

Samba district police in Jammu have dismantled an illegal arms trade network, arresting a Central University of Jammu student from Bihar. Kaif Ahmad was apprehended with a country-made pistol, revealing his involvement in smuggling firearms from Bihar to sell to criminals in J&K. Police are investigating further, vowing to continue cracking down on illegal arms dealing.

​There was a moment — brief, hushed, and deliberately unrecorded — in April 2024 when Benjamin Netanyahu almost stopped the war in Gaza.Hostage negotiations had progressed. An Israeli envoy had been dispatched to Cairo. Egypt and Qatar had brokered terms for a six-week truce. Saudi Arabia had even cracked open the door to normalisation, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly telling US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, “Let’s finish this,” if Israel ended the war and moved toward a two-state solution.​

Heart failure, a leading cause of death in the US, can be triggered by cardiac amyloidosis, a condition often misdiagnosed as hypertension or age-related issues. A cardiologist highlights that amyloidosis involves protein infiltration stiffening the heart. Key indicators include thick heart walls, low EKG voltage, carpal tunnel, spinal stenosis, and unexplained fatigue, necessitating prompt medical consultation for accurate diagnosis. Read below!

A Delhi court has granted permission to Bibhav Kumar, former aide to Arvind Kejriwal, to travel to Sri Lanka for a family vacation from August 13-22. Kumar, accused of assaulting AAP MP Swati Maliwal, sought the trip for personal commitments. The court found no flight risk, noting his family duty and prior passport renewal approval.