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U.S. Military Reinstates Ban on Transgender Service Members
In a significant policy shift, the U.S. Department of Defense has announced the reinstatement of a ban preventing transgender individuals from enlisting or serving openly in the military. This decision, outlined in a memorandum by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, aligns with an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, which emphasizes adherence to “biological sex”…

“Anna Kournikova Spotted in Wheelchair in Miami: Enrique Iglesias’ Partner Reportedly Injured”
Former tennis star and fitness icon Anna Kournikova has been photographed in a wheelchair in Miami, sparking concerns among fans about her health. The 42-year-old, who is the long-time partner of global music sensation Enrique Iglesias, was seen being pushed in a wheelchair by an assistant while out in the city. The images have since…

“Rupee Hits New Low as US Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady”
The Indian rupee has continued its downward spiral, hitting a fresh low against the US dollar after the US Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged. The decision, announced during the Fed’s latest policy meeting, has sent shockwaves through global financial markets, with emerging economies like India feeling the brunt of the impact. The…

“William Nylander Expresses Frustration Over Toronto Maple Leafs’ Goal-Scoring Struggles in Recent Losses”
Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander has openly shared his concerns about the team’s recent offensive struggles, as the Leafs have managed to score just three goals in their last three games. The team’s inability to find the back of the net has raised questions about their consistency and playoff readiness, with Nylander’s comments adding…

Trump’s order for birthright citizenship is temporarily blocked by a US judge. The lawyers’ arguments were as follows:
President Donald Trump’s executive order to restrict birthright citizenship was temporarily blocked by a federal district court judge on Thursday, who deemed it “blatantly unconstitutional.” At the request of four Democratic-led states—Washington, Arizona, Illinois, and Oregon—Senior U.S. District Judge John C. Coughenour issued a temporary restraining order, sparking a lengthy legal battle over Trump’s plan…

DC provides an F-16 fighter unit to the Maryland National Guard.
State and federal officials confirmed this week that the Air National Guard of Maryland, which is scheduled to lose its fighter squadron of A-10 Thunderbolts this fall, will get a fighter squadron of F-16s from the District of Columbia in its stead. It was the most recent development in a battle for resources between the…

At her SNL performance, Chappell Roan had a serious wardrobe malfunction just before she took the stage.
A significant “snag” nearly occurred during Chappell Roan’s November Saturday Night Live musical guest appearance. Roan, 26, disclosed that a significant wardrobe malfunction right before she took the stage nearly ruined her performance on the late-night sketch show in an interview with Canadian celebrity journalist Nardwuar that was uploaded to his YouTube channel on December…

Eleven Indians were discovered dead at a restaurant in Gudauri, a mountain resort in Georgia.
According to the Indian mission here, eleven Indian nationals were discovered dead in a restaurant in Gudauri, a mountain resort in Georgia, on Monday. According to Georgia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, there were no indications of violence or injuries during the preliminary examination. According to local media, which cited authorities, carbon monoxide poisoning killed all…

Is the Stock Market Open on Columbus Day? All You Need to Know
Columbus Day is a federal holiday in the United States, celebrated on the second Monday of October each year. While many government offices, schools, and institutions close to observe this day, the question that often arises for investors is: Is the stock market open on Columbus Day? In this article, we will explore the status…

David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John Jumper were granted the Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John Jumper received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry on Wednesday for their innovative work in predicting and designing the structure of proteins, which are the building blocks of life. According to Nobel Committee for Chemistry Chair Heiner Linke, the prize recognised studies that established links between protein structure and amino…