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Can Rahul Gandhi defeat Narendra Modi with ‘unity marches’?
Thousands of individuals congregated at Shivaji Park in Mumbai, the financial capital of India, where resounding chants and songs advocating for justice reverberated. This renowned location had been the site of numerous freedom fighter rallies during the nation's decades-long struggle for independence against the British. This time, the slogans demanded a distinct "freedom" from the Bharatiya Janata Party government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
England Women win first T20 of New Zealand tour
England captain Heather Knight led her team to a 27-run victory over New Zealand in the opening Twenty20 international by paving the way. Before dismissing New Zealand to 160 for four in Dunedin, Knight amassed 63 runs off 39 deliveries as the visiting attack halted the hosts' response. Knight bowled two tight overs in total.
Daily apple cider vinegar shot may aid weight loss, diabetes
"Apple cider vinegar is the subject of considerable interest, and based on my research, I am convinced that it is more than a fancy salad vinegar or an ancient home remedy," says Dr Darshna Yagnik, a lecturer in biomedical research at Middlesex University. Her remarks follow last week's report that ingesting one dose of it daily could facilitate weight loss.
Legislation introduces independent football regulator
The establishment of an autonomous football regulatory body remains a priority for the United Kingdom government as the Football Governance Bill is scheduled to be presented in Parliament on Tuesday. The legislation would confer supervisory authority over clubs in England's top five divisions on an entity that is separate from both the government and football authorities.
Gambia votes to lift ban on female genital mutilation
On Monday, members of the parliament of the West African nation voted 42 to four in favor of advancing the contentious bill. The bill in question seeks to repeal a seminal ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) that was implemented in 2015. The current ban imposes a prison sentence of up to three years.
Unilever will lay off 7,500 workers
To "maximize returns for shareholders," the company intends to divest its extensive ice cream business to realize cost reductions in other areas. Unilever, the manufacturer of consumer products such as Marmite and Domestos, has disclosed its intention to reduce its workforce by 7,500 employees worldwide.
Cultural division among fans benefits exploiters
Early departure is somewhat of a red flag. Booing your athletes. It is impolite to wear, purchase, or express any opinion regarding a half-and-half scarf that does not border on pathological loathing. Fake merchandise. Providing support to a club from a location other than one's own. Contributing to multiple clubs. Achieving a score below 10 out of 15 on a clickbait multiple-choice exam.
Spokesman: Niger suspends US military cooperation
The decision was made public on Saturday, following a visit by senior U.S. officials to the West African nation earlier this week to discuss democratic transition. US Africa Command head General Michael Langley and Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee headed the visit.
Cabinet minister Mark Harper denies Tories have race issues
A senior cabinet minister has refuted claims that the Conservative Party has a race-based problem despite having received a minimum of £10 million from a donor who is charged with bigotry. Secretary of Transportation Mark Harper remarked that his cabinet was "the most ethnically diverse in history." Mr. Harper stated that his political party has membership "regardless of race."
Foreign students in India attacked for Ramadan prayer
Local media have reported that a Hindu far-right mob invaded a university hostel in the western Indian state of Gujarat and attacked a group of students who were offering prayers during the holy month of Ramadan, resulting in at least four injuries to international students.
Excessive mobile phone use risks children’s blindness, surgeons warn
Leading ophthalmologists warn that an alarming number of children are at risk of developing blindness due to their excessive reliance on mobile phones for viewing purposes and insufficient time spent outdoors. In the United Kingdom, children as young as four are donning specialised contact lenses to combat the escalating issue of physicians increasingly diagnosing adolescents with the most severe form of myopia.
US gunman kills three in Pennsylvania, ending New Jersey siege
According to US police, a suspect in a series of fatal shootings in Pennsylvania has been apprehended alive in neighbouring New Jersey. Saturday in Levittown, the suspect allegedly fatally shot three individuals before fleeing across state lines to a residence in neighbouring Trenton, according to the police.
