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Donald Trump's plans to host a historic UFC fight night at the White House are facing unexpected criticism from one of his most influential supporters. Joe Rogan, the world's most popular podcaster and a longtime UFC commentator, has questioned the idea of staging a championship-level event on the White House lawn. Trump has promoted the June 14 event as a major attraction tied to America's 250th anniversary celebrations and his 80th birthday, with preparations already underway on the South Lawn. Speaking on his podcast, Rogan described the concept as "odd" and argued that outdoor conditions in Washington, D.C., could create serious problems for fighters and spectators. He warned that extreme summer heat could affect performance and said world championship bouts should take place in a controlled indoor environment.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru shattered IPL final records, with Virat Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer achieving the fastest team fifty in just 3.3 overs. This explosive start propelled RCB towards victory after their bowlers, led by Rasikh Salam's three wickets, restricted Gujarat Titans to 155 for 8. Washington Sundar's unbeaten 50 was the lone highlight for Gujarat.

Building a Rs 5 crore retirement corpus on a Rs 50,000 salary is achievable with disciplined investing, time and strategy. Investing 30% of your salary monthly via SIP may take 31 years, but a 7% annual step-up can cut it to 25–26 years. Experts say higher savings, better returns and periodic reviews accelerate wealth creation, while asset allocation and risk appetite play a crucial role in long-term success.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio drew attention after refusing to comment on the controversial drone incident in Romania while meeting Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in Washington DC. Asked about an alleged Russian drone strike, Rubio simply replied, “Thank you guys,” before walking away. His silence came as NATO and EU leaders blamed Russia, but Romanian officials later suggested the drone may have changed course after being intercepted over Ukraine. The incident has fueled debate over what really happened and whether conclusions about responsibility were reached too quickly.U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio drew attention after refusing to comment on the controversial drone incident in Romania while meeting Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in Washington DC. Asked about an alleged Russian drone strike, Rubio simply replied, “Thank you guys,” before walking away. His silence came as NATO and EU leaders blamed Russia, but Romanian officials later suggested the drone may have changed course after being intercepted over Ukraine. The incident has fueled debate over what really happened and whether conclusions about responsibility were reached too quickly.

An explosion at a building reportedly storing mining explosives in northeastern Myanmar killed over 45 people and injured around 70. The blast occurred Sunday in Kaungtup village, near the Chinese border, an area controlled by the TNLA. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 46 bodies recovered and 74 injured taken to the hospital.

Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi faced explosive questions during a closed-door House Oversight deposition over the controversial release of Jeffrey Epstein files. Bondi admitted there were “redaction errors” in the DOJ’s handling of sensitive records while defending the department’s transparency efforts. Lawmakers pressed her on missing documents, survivor identities being exposed, and lingering questions surrounding Epstein’s alleged associates. The hearing comes after a year of backlash over Bondi’s past claims about an Epstein “client list” and growing pressure on the Justice Department to reveal what records still remain hidden from the public.

After the Supreme Court recently upheld the Election Commission’s SIR exercise, senior advocate Colin Gonsalves explains why the ruling is unsettling, what it means for deleted voters, and why he believes the poor will bear the heaviest burden

The Trump White House has just turned immigration enforcement into a terrifying, sci-fi-infused digital game." In a highly bizarre public relations move, the administration launched an official portal that uses UFO and extraterrestrial rhetoric to track and target undocumented migrants in the US. Complete with a live-updating map of ICE arrests in major cities and a tip line joking about "alien abductions," the site’s launch is being heavily criticized as a calculated distraction. Watch

Bhuvneshwar Kumar equalled Mohammed Shami's record of 17 powerplay wickets in a single IPL season during the IPL 2026 final. His crucial dismissal of Sai Sudharsan helped RCB put Gujarat Titans under pressure early in the match. This achievement further solidifies Bhuvneshwar's impact this season and places him in contention for the Purple Cap.

A Trinamool Congress (TMC) meeting was postponed after nearly three-fourths of the party's 80 MLAs failed to attend, following alleged attacks on Abhishek Banerjee and Kalyan Banerjee. The party announced statewide rallies and a sit-in in Kolkata against post-poll violence and evictions, blaming BJP for "terror" against workers. BJP denies involvement, citing local anger.

US Vice President JD Vance is going viral after an awkward and playful moment at the United States Air Force Academy graduation ceremony in Colorado Springs. Cameras captured Vance teasing a cadet during handshakes before chest-bumping with graduates, sparking a frenzy online. During his speech, Vance also revealed new details about a tense US rescue operation involving a downed F-15 shot down by Iran, admitting the mission hit “a bit of a snag” before all crew members were safely rescued. The viral moment has triggered mixed reactions across social media. Watch the full clip and Vance’s surprising remarks.

Smokeless tobacco, a cheap and accessible addiction, traps millions of Indians in poverty. Despite graphic warnings, products like gutka remain under-regulated, costing mere rupees. This article highlights the urgent need for stricter policies on affordability, availability, and appeal to combat this pervasive public health crisis.