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Feminist Pioneer and Ms. Magazine Co-Founder Gloria Steinem Dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, one of the most influential figures in the American feminist movement, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 92. She died at her home in New York City, as confirmed by her personal and foundation social media accounts. Steinem was widely recognized as a pioneering activist and writer who helped shape modern feminism. She is best remembered as the co-founder of Ms. Magazine, a landmark publication that gave a major platform to feminist voices and issues.

'India ready to help end war': Jaishankar in Ukraine after PM's peace msg to Putin

50 Years of Amazon Research Exposes Hidden Costs of Deforestation and Infrastructure

Scientist Philip Fearnside has spent five decades studying the environmental and financial impacts of development in the Amazon rainforest. His research highlights the underappreciated ecological consequences of building hydroelectric dams and highways through the region. Fearnside argues that forests deliver far greater value than what can be measured through timber harvesting or agricultural use alone. His findings draw attention to environmental costs that are frequently overlooked in development planning and policy decisions. The research has sparked broader public and academic debate about the true price of Amazonian development.

Virginia Man Handcuffed and Evicted as Shenandoah National Park Claimed His Land in 1935

Melanchton Cliser and his family were forcibly removed from their Virginia home in October 1935 during land acquisitions for Shenandoah National Park. Cliser owned 46 acres along US 211 and ran a gas station on the property. Local sheriff's deputies handcuffed him, cleared out the family's belongings, and sealed the house. His eviction was part of a broader, often disputed effort to displace hundreds of Blue Ridge Mountain families to make way for the park in the 1930s.

Provincetown Condo Sets Area Record With $5M Sale Amid Tight Housing Supply

Provincetown's real estate market has hit a new benchmark with the sale of a three-bedroom condo for five million dollars, setting a record for condominium transactions in the area. The property found a buyer within just five days of listing, reflecting intense demand in the market. Two high-value condo sales were recorded recently, signaling a broader surge in the local property sector. Buyers are reportedly attracted by contemporary amenities and resort-style living that Provincetown offers. Limited housing availability in the area is further fueling competition and driving prices upward.

48-room Louisville mansion that inspired art museum listed for $1.95 million

Gadkari unveils Rs 2,077 crore highway upgrade plan for Siliguri Corridor

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced a Rs 2,077.18 crore project to four-lane a key highway in the Siliguri Corridor. The upgrade aims to strengthen road connectivity to Northeast India and neighbouring countries. The project will include bridges and dedicated elephant underpasses to ensure safer movement of wildlife. Traffic congestion in Bagdogra and nearby areas is expected to reduce significantly once the work is complete. The improved road infrastructure will also help local farmers and traders move produce to markets more efficiently.

India, Belgium to strengthen defence, semiconductors ties

Pune activist assaulted on camera while speaking against loud DJ music at Ganpati fest

Pune-based activist Vidyanand Bapat was slapped by an unidentified man on Thursday while addressing the media about his campaign against loud DJ music during Ganpati processions. The incident was captured on video, which has since surfaced publicly. Bapat has been vocal in opposing high-decibel festival music, a cause that has garnered considerable support across Maharashtra. Police have launched efforts to identify the attacker and are taking steps to ensure the activist's safety.

'No trade deal till US gives preferential tariff terms': India draws red line

UP Man Recounts Surviving Nepal Floods That Swept Away Dozens

Ashutosh Upadhyaya, a man from Uttar Pradesh, narrowly survived devastating floods in Nepal that swept away a large number of people. He recounted watching 30 to 40 individuals being carried away by the floodwaters before his eyes. As water levels rose rapidly, Upadhyaya and fellow workers sought safety by climbing to higher ground on a nearby small hill. He shared his harrowing account while seated at home with family members around him after returning from the ordeal.

NBA strips Clippers of five draft picks, bans Ballmer over Kawhi Leonard violations

The NBA has handed the Los Angeles Clippers one of its harshest penalties in recent memory for salary-cap violations connected to star player Kawhi Leonard. The punishment includes the forfeiture of five first-round draft picks and significant financial penalties for the franchise. Owner Steve Ballmer and several team executives have been suspended as part of the league's disciplinary action. Leonard himself was fined $700,000 for his role in the violations. The Clippers have disputed the findings and are preparing to formally challenge the NBA's ruling.

Why Netanyahu's far-right partners are hurting him in upcoming Israel polls

English cricketer runs 100km in cricket whites for charity world record bid

Sam Bodoano completed a 100km run from Lord's Cricket Ground to Valley End Cricket Club while dressed in full cricket whites and carrying a cricket ball. The unique challenge ended with Bodoano bowling the first ball of a match to his own father upon arrival. The feat was undertaken to raise funds for The Ruth Strauss Foundation, generating close to £6,000 in donations. Guinness World Records is currently reviewing the attempt to determine whether it qualifies for official recognition.

'Kept Her Head Above Water': How A 91-Year-Old Became Face Of Survival in Nepal

Gesturing to Bohara, who was sitting and smiling with others, the woman informed that the health of every person who was rescued is stable and they are adjusting well to their new lives.

'Flip-flop': BJP mocks Kerala CM, claims he deleted post slamming cleric's remarks

Meta drops AI usage metrics from engineer performance reviews, shifts to output

Meta has informed its engineers that AI usage will no longer be a factor in their performance evaluations. Managers have been directed to stop using AI adoption dashboards or token counts as measures of employee impact. The company will now assess engineers based on their actual output instead. This policy reversal follows a period in which Meta had mandated AI tool usage, maintained internal token leaderboards, and ran a keystroke tracking programme. The change also comes in the wake of a lawsuit related to the company's earlier AI Native performance rating system.

CJP’s Ashutosh Ranka: ‘Our political ambition is to change India’s politics’

SVAMITVA Scheme Uses Drones to Formalize Rural Land Ownership Across India

India's SVAMITVA program is using drone technology to survey and map rural land, issuing official property cards to residents. These cards serve as legal proof of ownership, helping reduce long-standing disputes over land claims in villages. The initiative also discourages unauthorized construction by establishing clear property boundaries. Homeowners can now use their property cards as collateral to access bank loans more easily. Gram Panchayats additionally gain access to improved geospatial data to support better local planning and development.

Telangana CM drops Forest Minister after daughter’s remarks, reshuffles key posts