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Serena Williams revealed on Michelle Obama’s IMO podcast that freezing her eggs during her tennis career helped remove pressure about motherhood and allowed her to stay focused on professional tennis. The 23 time Grand Slam champion said she now encourages other women to learn about their options and make decisions that feel right for their future, career, and family life.

Hollywood couple Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen have announced their separation after 18 years together. The pair confirmed their split amicably, with sources indicating they remain on good terms and are focused on co-parenting their two sons. They recently celebrated Biggs' birthday as a family, showcasing their continued positive relationship.

Beloved voice actor Tom Kane, known for Yoda in 'Star Wars' and Professor Utonium in 'The Powerpuff Girls', has passed away at 64. A stroke in 2020 severely impacted his speech, leading to his retirement. Kane's distinctive voice graced countless beloved characters and projects, leaving a lasting legacy.

Originally a spiritual Indian game called Moksha Patam, Snakes and Ladders taught morality, karma, and liberation. Ladders represented virtues, while snakes symbolized vices, with the ultimate goal of reaching Moksha. British colonialists later adapted it, removing spiritual elements and balancing snakes and ladders.

Jessica Pegula delivered a dominant performance at the Italian Open, defeating Rebeka Masarova 6-0, 6-0 in her first career WTA double bagel. The world No. 5 won every game in an hour, extending her strong run in Rome after earlier wins. She now faces Anastasia Potapova and also continues doubles competition alongside Storm Hunter this week in Italy successfully competing.

Anthony Volpe is set to rejoin the New York Yankees after recovering from a shoulder injury, though his return comes amid growing debate over his offensive struggles. Injuries in the Yankees infield created an opening despite an underwhelming Triple-A stint. At the same time, Volpe’s girlfriend, Elle Jowett, gained attention online after sharing modeling photos that drew praise from several members of the Yankees family circle.

Pop icon Kylie Minogue has revealed a second cancer diagnosis in early 2021, a private battle kept hidden during her global success. She shared this startling news in her new Netflix docuseries, detailing her recovery and the emotional toll. This follows her highly public 2005 breast cancer diagnosis, which significantly boosted screening awareness.

In a bizarre chapter of early 20th-century America, parents mailed their children via postal service between 1913 and 1915. Leveraging new parcel post rules, families sent youngsters, some with stamps affixed, to relatives. This practice, driven by trust in mail carriers and cost savings, ended when postal authorities banned it due to safety concerns.

Aaron Rai clinched the PGA Championship, becoming the first Englishman to win since 1919. His remarkable performance saw him lower his score in each round, culminating in a victory marked by humility and family pride. Rai's journey, from caddying for his wife to lifting the Wanamaker trophy, highlights his dedication and the unwavering support of his loved ones.

Greater Palm Springs offers a captivating escape year-round, blending desert charm with mountain vistas. From architectural wonders during Modernism Week to vibrant spring wildflowers and iconic music festivals, the region boasts diverse seasonal experiences.

Faustino Oro, a 12-year-old Argentine chess prodigy known as the “Messi of Chess,” has become the second-youngest Grandmaster in history. TimesofIndia.com follows his journey from learning chess during the COVID lockdown in Buenos Aires to moving to Barcelona and competing globally. Despite tougher FIDE rules, Oro’s talent, discipline, and love for the game helped him succeed.

Mark Cuban's popular quote, "Work like there is someone working 24 hours a day to take it all away from you," emphasizes the constant need for vigilance and improvement in business. It serves as a reminder that success is not permanent and encourages continuous learning and preparation to stay ahead of growing competition in today's rapidly evolving markets.

19-year-old Samrath Singh Chadha's story is one of passion for computers and AI, and an amazing capacity for persistence. He's been selected to the Y Combinator and Z Fellows accelerator programmes. He is currently training a small, highly specialised model, sub-one-billion parameters, to get coding agents to search faster. He tells youngsters there is big demand for those who can build using AI tools

The important detail, of course, is that this was not just whiskey. It was Kash Patel whiskey, or at least whiskey transformed into a Kash Patel object, reportedly engraved with “Kash Patel FBI Director”, an FBI-style shield, an eagle, his signature and the number 9, presumably a reference to his place in the line of FBI directors.

Nature's creatures often display unparalleled loyalty, surpassing human examples. From Chetak's battlefield sacrifice for Maharana Pratap to Hachiko's decade-long vigil at a train station, these animals exemplify devotion. Elephants mourned their rescuer, wolves died of grief, and a pigeon braved gunfire to save soldiers, proving their profound bonds.

Much as America’s crisis of masculinity is real, Trump and MAGA have sold a false fix for it. So when Trump leaves, and his snake oil’s effect wears off, American men of his camp are bound to have a rude awakening

Ruth Handler observed her daughter playing with paper dolls, realizing a gap in the toy market for adult female figures. This led to the creation of Barbie, a doll that allowed girls to imagine careers and independence beyond traditional roles. Barbie's adaptability and reflection of societal changes have maintained her enduring popularity.

Priyanka Chopra, married to Nick Jonas, is raising daughter Malti in a multicultural home. She says she keeps Indian traditions alive while embracing their partly American life. Chopra also praised Nick’s hands-on parenting. Professionally, she starred in The Bluff and will next appear with Mahesh Babu in upcoming big-budget Varanasi.

The Pittsburgh Penguins face a defining offseason after a first-round playoff exit against the Philadelphia Flyers ended the "Big Three's" 2025-26 campaign. Evgeni Malkin, set to become an unrestricted free agent, will turn 40 before next season. Sidney Crosby has publicly voiced his desire for the trio to continue, but president of hockey operations Kyle Dubas faces a more complicated decision. With the Penguins having won just one playoff series since 2018 and missing the postseason three straight years before this season, the Malkin question is only the beginning of a longer rebuild conversation in Pittsburgh.