The Trump administration has barred undocumented children from enrolling in Head Start, reclassifying the early education programme as a federal public benefit. Critics say the policy prioritizes immigration status over need, stripping vulnerable children of essential support. Education and health advocates warn of broader fallout as access to other federally funded services is also rolled back.
A 46-year-old Indian-origin woman died in a fire during a ritual at her Sharjah apartment, while in a separate incident, a 33-year-old Kerala woman and her toddler daughter were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide. The child reportedly died from airway obstruction, and the mother was found hanging. Both cases are under investigation by Sharjah authorities.
The Supreme Court emphasized the importance of freedom of speech and expression, urging citizens to practice self-regulation to avoid state intervention regarding offensive social media posts. The court is considering guidelines to regulate online content while hearing a case involving Wazahat Khan, who faces multiple FIRs for controversial tweets.
Vivo X200 FE 5G launches in India with MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor. It features a 6,500mAh battery and 90W FlashCharge. The phone has a 6.31-inch display with ZEISS Master Color technology. It includes a triple camera system co-engineered with ZEISS. Sales start from July 23 on Flipkart, Vivo India e-store, and retail outlets.
A recent study by Case Western University reveals a concerning link between gabapentin, a common drug for nerve pain and epilepsy, and an increased risk of dementia and mild cognitive impairment. Researchers found that individuals prescribed gabapentin for lower back pain were significantly more likely to develop these cognitive issues within ten years, especially with frequent prescriptions. Read more below!
Indian sports have witnessed a series of high-profile separations, with Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap recently announcing their divorce. Other notable splits include Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma, Shikhar Dhawan and Aesha Mukherjee, and Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik.
