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Scale AI CEO Alexandr Wang defends thrifted outfit worn at Meta Connect 2026

Scale AI CEO Alexandr Wang attracted widespread attention at the Meta Connect 2026 event for wearing a deer-print camouflage shirt paired with Crocs. His casual appearance sparked backlash online, prompting him to publicly address the criticism. Wang clarified the low cost of his thrifted ensemble and responded with humor, including a lighthearted remark about fitness. The CEO is known for regularly wearing camouflage-style clothing at public events. His outfit choice reignited social media debates following the conference.

Three Men Posing as Cops Assault Teen at Delhi Park on Her Birthday

A 17-year-old girl was attacked by three men at Aastha Kunj Park in Delhi on her birthday. The assailants, who were armed with knives, falsely presented themselves as police officers when they confronted the teenager and her friend after a visit to Kalkaji Temple. The survivor provided investigators with identifying details about her attackers, including their nicknames and physical descriptions. Her friend promptly alerted the police following the assault, enabling authorities to respond to the scene.

Trump rejects Iran's 7-day ceasefire offer, expects to resume bombing post midterms

NIT Trichy graduate credits mother who pawned gold bangles to fund her education

Anusmita Mohapatra has shared a moving account of the sacrifices her mother made to support her higher education. To cover the admission fees for NIT Trichy, her mother pawned her gold bangles, a cherished personal possession. This financial support proved pivotal in enabling Anusmita to pursue her engineering degree at the prestigious institution. She has since built a successful career at Flipkart, which she attributes in large part to her mother's selfless contribution. Anusmita says she remains committed to honoring her mother's dedication through her own hard work and achievements.

AFSPA extended in parts of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal

Stallone on Success: Choose Your Battles and Focus on What Matters

Sylvester Stallone has shared his perspective on navigating success and failure, stressing the value of prioritizing what truly matters. The Hollywood veteran draws on his own difficult path to stardom, which included significant struggles before his breakthrough with the 1976 film 'Rocky.' His iconic character Rocky Balboa has long symbolized resilience and personal growth in the face of hardship. Stallone believes these lessons remain highly relevant in today's competitive world, where choosing one's battles wisely can make a decisive difference.

As Madhya Pradesh revives public bus network after 21 years, a warning from Gadkari

Tibetan government-in-exile objects to Wangchuk’s Ladakh-Tibet comparison: ‘Misplaced, inaccurate’

Jason Kelce Invests in HOMAGE as Kelce Brothers Expand Business Ventures

Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce has made an investment in HOMAGE, an apparel brand valued at $50 million. The move marks a continued expansion of his business portfolio alongside his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. HOMAGE is known for producing sports and pop culture-themed clothing and merchandise. The investment signals the Kelce brothers' growing ambitions beyond the football field in the business world.

Trump, Xi end 3-day summit with tea, stability pledge & little progress on key disputes

Zhu Jiner leads China's surprise women's Chess Olympiad title bid in Samarkand

China are leading the women's Chess Olympiad in Samarkand despite the absence of their top three players. World No. 4 Zhu Jiner has stepped up as the team's unbeaten first-board player, driving the unexpected title challenge. Her strong performance comes after a difficult outing at the Global Chess League campaign held in Bengaluru, India. In an interview with Times of India, Zhu reflected on her experience in India and the country's deep passion for chess. She also spoke about her own journey into professional chess and China's prospects at the ongoing tournament.

Trump gets Supreme Court nod for voter citizenship checks weeks before midterms

US Supreme Court rejects Trump-backed Missouri congressional map for third time

‘Choice now rests with US’: Iran offers America 7-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

14 killed in Congo plane crash, two senior military officials among dead

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Key trade pacts in mind, Delhi looks at multi-nation visit by PM Narendra Modi in December

3 BJP allies say EC must clear air, can't lose people's trust

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Bentley Launches First Electric Vehicle in 107 Years at £173,000

British luxury automaker Bentley has unveiled the Torcal, its first fully electric car in over a century, priced from £173,000. The electric SUV delivers a range of up to 375 miles on a single charge. It supports rapid charging via a 400kW system, capable of replenishing the battery from 10% to 80% in less than 20 minutes. A high-performance S variant produces 876bhp and reaches 60mph in just 2.8 seconds. With the Torcal, Bentley is positioning itself to compete in the growing luxury electric vehicle market.