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Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez wed in private Portugal ceremony
Football star Cristiano Ronaldo and his longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez have officially tied the knot after nearly ten years together. The couple held a private civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, on August 11, 2026. They confirmed the marriage publicly through a joint Instagram post featuring their wedding rings. All five of their children were reportedly present at the celebration. The wedding took place exactly one year after Rodríguez had publicly announced their engagement.
North Korea Fires Suspected Ballistic Missile Into the Sea, Says Japan
Japan's Defense Ministry has reported that North Korea launched a suspected ballistic missile toward the sea. The launch was detected and flagged by Japanese defense authorities. This incident marks another provocative missile activity from Pyongyang in the region. Japan is monitoring the situation closely as further details are being assessed.

Fadnavis Vows Constitutional Approach to Maharashtra Reservation Demands
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis addressed the ongoing reservation debate in the state on Tuesday. He stated that his government is open to hearing demands from various communities regarding quotas. However, Fadnavis made clear that any decisions taken would strictly adhere to constitutional provisions and established rules. The remarks come amid continued pressure over the Maratha community's longstanding demand for reservation.

China cracks down on 'flash marriage' scams after men lose hundreds of thousands
China's rapid matchmaking industry, known as 'flash marriage', is under scrutiny following reports of widespread financial fraud targeting men. In one case, a 37-year-old man lost up to 500,000 yuan before uncovering his wife's alleged concealed past. Authorities have launched a formal crackdown in response to rising concerns about deceptive matchmaking practices. The issue is linked to broader social factors, including China's gender imbalance, which has made some men vulnerable to financial exploitation.
Trump Secretly Switched Aircraft in Turkey to Evade Reported Iranian Threat
US President Donald Trump covertly changed planes while on the ground in Turkey on July 8, according to a Washington Post report published Monday. The move was part of a security operation designed to counter an alleged assassination threat. Trump's security team orchestrated the aircraft switch as a precautionary measure. The report did not disclose further details about the nature or credibility of the threat, which was attributed to Iran.

Travis Kelce Signs Tommy Hilfiger Deal as Fitness Questions Mount
NFL star Travis Kelce has entered into a new partnership with fashion brand Tommy Hilfiger. The deal is set to be showcased in the upcoming season. The announcement comes amid growing concerns surrounding Kelce's physical fitness. Questions about his on-field condition have drawn increasing attention from fans and analysts. The multi-million dollar brand move signals Kelce's expanding presence off the football field.
Delhi Govt Schools to Add Idli-Sambar to PM-POSHAN Meal Menu
Delhi government schools are set to introduce idli-sambar as part of their mid-day meal programme within the next two weeks. The change comes under a revised PM-POSHAN menu aimed at diversifying the food options available to students. Alongside idli-sambar, the updated menu will also replace ragi halwa with wheat flour and chana masala. The revisions reflect an effort to refresh and broaden the nutritional offerings served to schoolchildren in the capital.

Nine Dead in Lightning Strikes Across Three Bihar Districts
At least nine people lost their lives due to lightning strikes in Bihar, according to an official statement released on Tuesday. The fatalities were spread across three districts in the state. The deaths occurred within a 24-hour period, highlighting the deadly impact of the weather event. Authorities confirmed the casualties through an official communication.
