December 25, 2025

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Appeals for Immediate Prison Release, Challenges Conviction

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has asked an appeals court to free him from prison and overturn his conviction on prostitution charges. His lawyer called the 50-month sentence 'unlawful' and plans to fight the verdict in court.

December 25, 2025

Light Rain and Cooler Nights in Tamil Nadu Till December 30: RMC Forecast

The Regional Meteorological Centre predicts light to moderate rain mainly over north Tamil Nadu till December 28 and again on December 30. Temperatures are likely to drop 2-3°C below normal in some areas, with ground frost warnings for hill stations like Kodaikanal and Nilgiris.

December 25, 2025

VTuber Neuro-Sama Questions Her Reality, Sparks Viral Debate on AI Consciousness

Neuro-Sama, an AI VTuber, stunned Twitch viewers by asking if she could ever be real. Her live stream hit record highs and went viral, sparking debates on AI self-awareness and digital identity.

December 25, 2025

Pope Leo Urges Christians to Help Poor, Linking it to God’s Presence This Christmas

In his first Christmas mass, Pope Leo says Jesus’ birth in a stable teaches Christians to care for the poor and immigrants. He calls refusing help as rejecting God.

December 25, 2025

Eleven Arrested After Deadly Tavern Mass Shooting in South Africa

Eleven suspects have been arrested after gunmen killed nine people at a tavern near Johannesburg. The attack is linked to illegal mining disputes.

December 25, 2025

Anu Garg Becomes First Woman Chief Secretary of Odisha

Anu Garg, a 1991-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the first woman Chief Secretary of Odisha. She takes charge after Manoj Ahuja's retirement on December 31, 2025. Garg is praised for her work in development and water resources.

December 25, 2025

Sargaalaya Arts and Crafts Festival 2025 Opens with 100 International Stalls

The 13th Sargaalaya International Arts and Crafts Festival has started with a colorful display of handicrafts and 100 stalls from 15 countries and Indian states. It features handloom contests, a flower show, and a tourism expo. The festival runs until January 11, 2026.

December 25, 2025

Norovirus Spreads Rapidly Across US with New GII.17 Variant Amid Winter Illness Surge

Norovirus cases are rising fast in the US, driven by a new GII.17 variant. This 'winter vomiting disease' spreads alongside flu and COVID, hitting states like California and Michigan hard.

December 25, 2025

ED Arrests Key Accused in $15 Million Illegal Call-Centre Scam Preying on US Citizens

Enforcement Directorate arrests Chandra Prakash Gupta in illegal call-centre scam that cheated US nationals of $15 million. The scam used fake Microsoft alerts to trick victims into giving remote access and transferring funds.

December 25, 2025

US Expands Social Media Checks for H-1B Visas, Causing Delays for Indian Workers and Dependents

From December 15, the US added social media screening for H-1B visas and H-4 dependents. This caused passport holds, delays, and temporary refusals. An Indian applicant shared their experience online, urging others to stay patient as emergency requests are still being approved.