French President Emmanuel Macron expressed dismay at the rising global number of executions, warning against renewed debate on the death penalty and calling it a fight for human dignity. He noted that last year saw the highest execution level since 1981, with 2,707 people executed in 17 countries.
Tamil Nadu minister D. Sarathkumar denied drug use allegations after a two-year-old video resurfaced showing him arranging a powder-like substance on a mobile phone. He claims it was a tablet for his daughter and the allegations are politically motivated.
Tamil Nadu minister D. Sarathkumar denied drug use allegations after a two-year-old video resurfaced showing him arranging a powder-like substance on a mobile phone. He stated he was crushing a tablet for his daughter and called the allegations baseless and politically motivated.
Amid European heatwaves, a social media claim suggests sunscreen increases skin cancer risk. DW fact-checked this, finding no scientific evidence to support it; instead, studies show regular sunscreen use reduces melanoma risk. Melanoma cases have risen since 1975, but this is not linked to sunscreen.
Delhi High Court questioned the Centre's ban on Telegram, imposed ahead of the NEET-UG retest. The government cited "shocking material" and examination-related activities on the app, while Telegram argued the blanket ban violates Article 14 and affects 150 million users.
Meghan Markle's wedding anniversary post, featuring personal photos, reignited online debate and resurfaced past royal family tensions, including the bridesmaid dress and tiara disputes mentioned in Prince Harry's memoir 'Spare'.
Chickenpox parties, once common for deliberate infection before vaccines, are resurfacing despite medical advancements. Experts warn against this practice due to severe complications and the rise of vaccine hesitancy, fueled by social media and anti-vax movements.
Actress Trisha Krishnan's past decision to call off her engagement to Varun Manian is resurfacing, as she refused to give up her acting career. Her clear stance on prioritizing her passion over marriage highlights a common relationship debate about sacrificing dreams for love. Trisha continues to thrive in her career, proving her choice was a powerful act of self-preservation.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev stated at the Knowledge.First educational marathon that surrender is one of the most effective methods of conflict resolution in geopolitics. He said most conflicts end with one side victorious and the other defeated, warning that simplistic exchanges and deals often lead to conflicts resurfacing. Medvedev emphasized that resolving international issues requires the coordinated efforts of diplomats, military personnel, economists, and government officials over extended periods.
President Trump is resurfacing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in 'American flag blue' at a cost of $2 million, promising completion by July 4th. The pool, completed in the 1920s, has required multiple renovations due to structural issues and water loss, including 71 million gallons of additional water in 2019. Reactions are mixed, with some welcoming the changes and others criticizing the approach as authoritarian.
Santiago–Rosalía de Castro Airport in northern Spain will close for five weeks from April 23 to May 27 for runway resurfacing, suspending all take-offs and landings. The closure, during the busy spring period including May half-term, will affect hundreds of flights operated by British Airways, Ryanair, and Vueling. Meanwhile, ongoing strikes by ground staff at 12 Spanish airports since March 30 add further disruption.
Delhi Capitals suffered a crushing defeat to Punjab Kings in IPL 2026, with Karun Nair's dropped catches of Shreyas Iyer proving costly. Punjab completed a record-breaking chase of 265 runs with seven balls to spare, after Iyer smashed 71 off 36 balls following the reprieves. The 34-year-old Nair, whose old emotional post 'Dear cricket, give me one more chance' resurfaced, appeared visibly shaken as the game slipped away.
