Lauren Palmigiano

Two Indian sailors have died and a chief engineer is missing after a commercial vessel, MT Settebello, was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. While 21 of the 24 Indian crew members were rescued, the incident raises serious concerns for seafarers in the volatile Gulf region. India has formally protested the attack, emphasizing the need to protect maritime workers.

After losing his wife and UK-born daughter in the Air India crash, a Vadodara man living in London is fighting Britain’s attempt to send him away from the only place that still holds their memories

Trinamool Congress MP Prakash Chik Baraik resigned from Rajya Sabha, citing the West Bengal mandate favouring BJP. He stated he would follow CM Suvendu Adhikari's lead, denying BJP pressure. This marks the third TMC MP's exit this week, deepening internal rebellion and raising concerns about the party's stability and parliamentary strength.

Former India pacer S Sreesanth has lauded teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who recently became the youngest player selected for an Indian men's team. Sreesanth emphasized Suryavanshi's commitment and perseverance, urging the 15-year-old to focus solely on cricket and avoid distractions from professional managers, trusting his family to handle off-field matters.

A once-daily experimental pill nearly doubled median survival in advanced pancreatic cancer in a global trial. It is not a cure or yet approved in India, but doctors say it marks a rare advance against one of the hardest cancers to treat

Mackenzie Scott, a prominent philanthropist and ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, has donated $26.4 billion in less than seven years, including $7.2 billion in 2025 alone. Her significant contributions, often unrestricted, have notably supported historically Black colleges and universities. Scott's impactful giving has earned her a spot on Forbes' Iconoclast 50 list.

Indian refiners have secured sufficient crude oil and LPG supplies to last through August and mid-July respectively, mitigating concerns from the ongoing Middle East crisis. Purchases from ADNOC and other suppliers, including significant crude acquisitions from the UAE and Brazil, have bolstered inventories. India and the UAE are also expanding strategic oil reserves to enhance energy security.