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timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 15 min. ago NEW

Vanessa Trump is cancer-free after breast cancer; reveals extreme fatigue was first sign of illness

Vanessa Trump has revealed that extreme fatigue was the first sign of her “very invasive” breast cancer, diagnosed six months ago. Now cancer-free after undergoing a lumpectomy and radiation treatment, she has shared details of her recovery and encouraged people to prioritise their health, schedule regular screenings and understand the importance of early detection.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 15 min. ago NEW

A wrong turn in Georgia led an Alabama driver to rescue a sleeping family of 14 from a house fire

A driver named Mr. Casey took a wrong turn in Georgia and discovered a house fire. He alerted the Burke family, which included 14 members, enabling them to escape safely. Despite their escape, the blaze destroyed their home and personal belongings completely. Community support has been overwhelming, with many offering clothing and shelter to the displaced family.

The Burkes plan to rebuild and continue fostering children after establishing permanent housing.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 15 min. ago NEW

Bowl For Ronnie: Ronnie James Dio cancer fund raises over $2m for research

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 15 min. ago NEW

In 2020, Jeff Robertson’s Halloween display raised $1.1M for St. Jude; 625 homes target $2M in 2026

In 2020, retired Army veteran Jeff Robertson turned his elaborate Halloween skeleton display into a fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Skeletons for St. Jude has raised over $1.1 million in six years, with 625 homes expected to participate in 2026. Now in its seventh year, the initiative aims to reach its overall $2 million fundraising goal.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 16 min. ago NEW

2 Indian-origin men jailed for 28 yrs in UK; killed mum, daughter in high-speed race

euronews.com | 52 min. ago NEW

Exclusive: EU to give Frontex new powers to deport migrants from outside Europe

Under new rules, the EU border agency will be allowed to transfer migrants between third countries, expanding its operations beyond Europe and facilitating deportations from return hubs.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 56 min. ago NEW

San Francisco approves auction of $4.4 million vacant home with $340,000 in unpaid taxes and fraud

A luxurious mansion in San Francisco, appraised at $4.4 million, has racked up over $340,000 in unpaid property taxes, prompting the city's Board of Supervisors to initiate a public tax auction. Amidst the backdrop of allegations surrounding forged deeds and ongoing disputes over the vacant residence, local residents have voiced their concerns regarding unauthorized visitors and illicit activities.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 1 hrs. 37 min. ago

‘No oxygen to keep babies warm’: Newborns at risk as fuel shortage hits Yemen’s Taiz

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 1 hrs. 37 min. ago

US appeals court rules 10-7 against bond hearings for immigrants detained after illegal entry

The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has made a pivotal ruling concerning immigrant detention, involving three men who unlawfully entered the country. The court decided to overturn earlier decisions that allowed them individualized bond hearings while awaiting removal proceedings. This change stirs substantial dialogue on the potential impacts on the constitutional rights of immigrants facing detention without due process.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 2 hrs. 18 min. ago

California judge pauses voter probes in 9 states over unreliable data, then delays ruling for appeal

v A federal judge in California issued a temporary halt on federal investigations into suspected noncitizen voter registration. This ruling follows concerns regarding the reliance on flawed data by federal agents during their investigations. Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín stated that the investigations risked intimidating eligible voters ahead of the elections.

The case was brought forward by several civic organizations advocating for voter rights.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 2 hrs. 18 min. ago

Missouri teen killed on highway; suspect linked to another shooting days earlier

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 2 hrs. 19 min. ago

Why do people overpay for used cars with mileage just below round numbers?

A recent study showed that used car dealers profit from mileage readings just under round-number thresholds. The researchers analyzed millions of transactions to determine pricing impacts of left-digit bias. Buyers often overlook minor differences in mileage, focusing instead on the first digit. This inattention allows dealers to charge more for cars that appear to be better value.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 2 hrs. 19 min. ago

Vivek Ramaswamy is bad publicity: Ohio venues cancel campaign events amid backlash over ad featuring Amy Acton's mother; people leave one-star review on Google

bbc.co.uk | 2 hrs. 27 min. ago

Algeria to send troops to Niger in first foreign deployment since 1973

The troops are expected to protect energy facilities in northern Niger, near the Libyan border.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 3 hrs. 4 min. ago

Indiana husband secretly withdrew $220,823 before divorce; court split assets fairly

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 3 hrs. 4 min. ago

Ghana-born MAGA blogger Samuel Sey who backed ICE faces deportation

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 3 hrs. 4 min. ago

California artists made an 82-foot whale from 5,000 pounds of plastic, earning national recognition

Ethyl the Whale, an impressive 82-foot sculpture, currently resides at Santa Fe Community College in New Mexico. Designed by artists Joel Dean Stockdill and Yustina Salnikova, this monumental piece is crafted from approximately 5,000 pounds of discarded plastic. It draws attention to the crisis of ocean pollution and showcases how art can be born from trash, serving as a vital monument for sustainability and environmental awareness.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 3 hrs. 47 min. ago

Indian-American Texas student says he's 'politically homeless' after facing backlash for voting for Democrat: 'My biggest concern is....'

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 3 hrs. 47 min. ago

Massachusetts gun owners face a registration deadline, while Idaho voters choose a state firearm

Gun legislation is making headlines as the U.S. elections approach, with Massachusetts taking a strict stance while Idaho opts for a more symbolic gesture. Massachusetts enforces a deadline for firearm registration as it nears the polls, raising concerns about the legal ramifications for compliant gun owners.

In stark contrast, Idaho's ballot proposal to designate an official state firearm serves as a tribute to its hunting heritage without direct legal consequences.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 4 hrs. 22 min. ago

Trump spent 70 hours on Air Force One in October; Tyson, Mayweather among guests

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 5 hrs. 4 min. ago

New Jersey teen earns rare ROTC award after rescuing two crash victims with parents

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 5 hrs. 5 min. ago

Alaska Democrat Mary Peltola and her family were hurt in a weekend car crash; an eight-stop Senate campaign tour is delayed days before the November 3 election

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 5 hrs. 5 min. ago

Florida hunter captures record 18-foot invasive python in Puerto Rico

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 5 hrs. 5 min. ago

Meet Siddharth Vikram, the eighth grader who turned his brother's car accident into an idea for...

Siddharth Vikram has crafted ReHappy, a groundbreaking app that turns the monotony of physical therapy into exciting game-based challenges for young patients. Inspired by his brother's recovery journey, Siddharth's initiative aims to make rehabilitation fun and engaging. Earning a $25,000 prize in a national competition has propelled his vision forward, and he is now seeking technical guidance to refine the app's clinical application and features for youth rehabilitation.

bbc.co.uk | 5 hrs. 12 min. ago

Five ways Trump has changed immigration in the US

This is how his signature policy has played out after returning to power promising a closed border and mass deportations.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 5 hrs. 46 min. ago

Irish father loses wedding ring in Italian stream; 3 strangers fly to Ireland to return it

During a delightful family vacation in Italy, an Irish father accidentally lost his wedding ring while enjoying time with his kids. Determined to recover it, his wife enlisted the help of three local good Samaritans who tirelessly searched the river for three days. Miraculously, they located the ring and even journeyed to Ireland to return it personally, forging unexpected bonds between the Irish family and their Italian rescuers.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 5 hrs. 46 min. ago

Trump attacks Bill Maher in 1,300-word Truth Social post after White House dinner

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 7 hrs. ago

London museum gallery reopens after 80 years with ancient Star Wars toy

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 7 hrs. 36 min. ago

New Jersey developer sues town for $300 million over AI data centre ban

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 7 hrs. 37 min. ago

Sophia Fan, the 17-year-old Maryland student who distributed more than 7,000 books in 4 years

Sophia Fan initiated Literacy Cycle at the age of 13, aiming to provide educational resources to children. The nonprofit has reached over 7,000 books distributed across multiple states and a chapter in Rwanda. Originally focusing on AP textbooks, it now accepts various types of learning materials.

Fan plans to continue this initiative while studying public or global health in college.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 7 hrs. 37 min. ago

Alaska Supreme Court blocks gravel mine after years of dispute over noise and bowl-shaped terrain

A gravel mine proposal by Beachcomber LLC in Anchor Point faced strong opposition from local residents. The Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission initially rejected the permit due to significant environmental impact concerns. After several appeals and court rulings, the Alaska Supreme Court upheld the commission's decision in October 2026. The court found substantial evidence showed potential noise and visual disturbances could not be minimized.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 8 hrs. 10 min. ago

Alabama father and daughter feared arson before their $500,000 home burned down

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 8 hrs. 10 min. ago

Israel elections: What's at stake for Netanyahu? Key challengers, seats needed to win & more

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 8 hrs. 43 min. ago

Zendaya expands Hollywood Hills estate with another $2M home

Zendaya began her real estate journey with a Mediterranean-style home purchased at age 20 in San Fernando Valley. She later acquired a ranch-style estate in Encino and a luxury condo in Brooklyn Heights. Recently, Zendaya bought a mid-century modern home in Hollywood Hills, previously owned by Ashley Tisdale.

She subsequently purchased a neighboring property, a fixer-upper, signaling her intent to renovate it.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 8 hrs. 43 min. ago

Trump’s Kennedy Center row deepens as lawmaker demands nearly 200 secret text messages

A Democratic US lawmaker has asked a federal judge to order the Trump administration to release nearly 200 withheld text messages concerning Washington's Kennedy Center. The request comes amid a legal dispute over plans to close the performing arts centre for renovations, months after a judge ruled that Trump's name had been illegally added to the building and ordered its removal.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 9 hrs. 17 min. ago

Ford Foundation unveils its biggest funding shift since 2015 with $700 million in grants

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 9 hrs. 46 min. ago

Florida homeowner got foreclosure trial notice too late; appeals court reverses judgment, orders new trial

Robert Dwayne Harris has successfully appealed a foreclosure ruling against Nationstar Mortgage, LLC in Florida. The appeals court found that he did not receive adequate notice for his trial, which barred his defense from being presented. Acknowledging this oversight, Nationstar will now face a retrial in the lower court.

Although the foreclosure sale proceeded, the court upheld the refusal of an injunction.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 10 hrs. 17 min. ago

Former Japan PM Yasuo Fukuda, the country’s first second-generation leader, dies at 90

Yasuo Fukuda, who served as Japan's Prime Minister from 2007 to 2008, has died at the age of 90. He aimed to improve diplomatic relations with China during his short tenure in office. Fukuda hosted Chinese President Hu Jintao in a landmark visit to Japan.

He faced significant domestic political challenges that led to his resignation in 2008.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 10 hrs. 48 min. ago

Indian woman loses job in Ireland over visa delays, turns deportation notice into comedy

An Indian woman who moved to Ireland in 2022 to study at Trinity College Dublin is now using her real deportation notice in stand-up comedy performances. Jaishree Malik, 25, lost her job after delays in extending her immigration permission left her unable to work. Despite receiving further job offers, she could not resolve her visa status and now plans to return to India voluntarily on November 14.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 11 hrs. 44 min. ago

Leafy spurge may have arrived in North America through a Massachusetts ballast dump in 1827

Leafy spurge is an invasive plant that was first recorded in Newbury, Massachusetts, in 1827. It spread rapidly across the northern United States and southern Canada during the early 1900s. By this time, it was established in several states and regions, including Ontario and Iowa.

The plant has significant ecological impacts, often replacing native vegetation and causing issues for grazing animals.