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Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has secured a mistrial for the third time in his #MeToo sexual assault case involving Jessica Mann. Jurors were deadlocked, with a significant number reportedly leaning towards acquittal. Weinstein's defense attorney expressed satisfaction with the outcome, vowing to continue the fight. This latest development follows a previous conviction that was overturned.

Thieves have repeatedly targeted the Congress office in Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh, stealing dozens of steel taps for the third time. After the latest incident, they left a "Love You Ambikapur" note in the dust, highlighting a recurring security lapse and political embarrassment for the party. Police are investigating the unusual message and the repeated thefts.

A 20-year-old MBBS aspirant, Hritik Mishra, was found dead at his residence, with his family attributing his death to stress over the NEET-UG 2026 examination's cancellation and rescheduling. Authorities, however, stated the death was due to personal reasons, refuting the examination angle. The incident has drawn political attention and sparked protests.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu announced financial incentives for families having a third child (₹30,000) and a fourth child (₹40,000) to combat declining population rates. With the state's Total Fertility Rate at a low 1.5, Naidu aims to reverse this trend, viewing children as vital economic resources. This initiative complements existing measures to boost population growth.

Hansika Motwani, busy with commercial cinema, revealed her strategy for choosing roles, stating she needed more experience for women-centric films. She felt ready to explore stronger female narratives when the time was right. Her role in 'Bogan' was central to the story, a unique love story blending action and fantasy.

GTA 6 preorders are reportedly set to go live on May 18, according to a leaked Best Buy email. This potential announcement has fueled speculation for a third trailer, as fans eagerly await new gameplay footage. While unconfirmed, the timing aligns with the game's November 19 release, suggesting upcoming marketing activity.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is urging a focus on increasing the state's population, viewing children as national assets. He announced financial incentives, offering Rs 30,000 for a third child and Rs 40,000 for a fourth, to counter declining birth rates and an aging demographic. This policy aims to address a significant demographic shift.

OpenAI faces a class-action lawsuit in California alleging user conversations and personal data were shared with Meta and Google via tracking technologies embedded on the ChatGPT website. The complaint claims users believed their interactions were private, while sensitive information was transmitted in real-time without full understanding.

Currently making headlines, pop sensation Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against tech giant Samsung. She asserts that her likeness was exploited in a television advertising campaign without her permission. In response, Samsung argues that they obtained the image from a trusted third-party source, believing all necessary rights were verified.

Sunil Gavaskar lauded Virat Kohli's spectacular century, proving the enduring class of experienced players. Kohli's masterclass in chasing, his ninth IPL hundred, and becoming the fastest to 14,000 T20 runs silenced doubters. His innings highlighted his unparalleled ability to construct a chase, a feat few can match, reaffirming his legendary status.

Nalanda University revived ancient scholarly debates with 'Shastrarth 2026', a new academic tradition fostering intellectual dialogue and research. The event, featuring public dissertation defenses and thematic debates, precedes the university's third convocation. Vice-Chancellor Sachin Chaturvedi emphasized the need for intellectual struggle beyond AI, while new awards will recognize excellence in discourse.

Eric Decker’s latest viral moment on Instagram comes through a playful reel posted by Jessie James Decker, where staged bedroom timing and a near-nude gag created instant buzz. The clip shows Eric shifting between outfits before a brief unclothed appearance, framed as light humour rather than shock value. Jessie’s captions added another layer of playful teasing, continuing their trend of mixing family life with controlled, comedic social media storytelling. The couple’s content strategy keeps audiences engaged while maintaining a casual, unfiltered tone online.