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Jennifer Garner reprising role in '13 Going on 30' reboot?
Actors Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer were recently spotted filming scenes for the Netflix reboot of 13 Going on 30.
US Vice President JD Vance, wife Usha, welcome 4th child
United States Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha, have welcomed their fourth child.
Apple removes AI undressing apps following legal warning
Apple has confirmed the removal of the controversial "nudify" apps from its App Store.
PM flags off India's 1st hydrogen-powered train: All about it
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off India's first hydrogen-powered train. The train will operate on the 89-km Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana under the Northern Railway.
Apple just got a $32.8B lawsuit dismissed in US
A US judge has dismissed a class action lawsuit against Apple, alleging its failure to prevent the distribution of child sexual abuse material on its iCloud data storage service.
Will Paramount move out of California?
Paramount is reportedly contemplating a move from California, as the state prepares to sue over its proposed $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Major crackdown on Bishnoi gang; 24 arrested across US, Canada
A massive international law enforcement operation, named Operation Hard Ball, against India-based transnational organized crime groups has led to several arrests.
Indian-origin 'CIA agent' infiltrated Indonesian president's family, secured defense deals
A businessman, Gaurav Srivastava, who is accused of impersonating a Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) agent, reportedly won over Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
Nearly 60% of adults back social media ban for under-16s
A recent survey by the Pew Research Center has revealed that nearly 60% of American adults support a ban on social media use for those under 16 years.
Blake Lively demands $8M in legal fees from Justin Baldoni
Hollywood actor Blake Lively has filed a motion seeking $8 million in attorney fees and costs from actor-director Justin Baldoni.
California government employees can now use Claude at a discount
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a partnership with Anthropic, the company behind the AI chatbot Claude.
California bans streaming ads louder than video starting July 1
California's new law, which prohibits streaming services from playing ads louder than the accompanying video content, will come into effect on July 1.
California governor Gavin Newsom wants a national 'billionaires' tax'
California Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed a national "billionaires' tax," as he considers a run for the presidency.
Harvey Weinstein's sexual assault conviction upheld; court orders resentencing
A California appeals court has upheld the December 2022 rape and sexual assault conviction of disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein.
Are today's earthquakes in California, Venezuela, and Japan linked?
On June 25, 2026, the world witnessed a rare seismic event as three different regions—the US, Venezuela, and Japan—were rocked by powerful earthquakes within hours of each other.
Amazon's robotaxi gets a makeover
Amazon's self-driving car company, Zoox, has launched an upgraded version of its toaster-shaped robotaxi.
California: 8 dead in US B-52 bomber crash
A United States Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California on Monday.
Trump walks out of interview after being pressed for evidence
United States President Donald Trump abruptly ended his interview with NBC's Meet the Press anchor Kristen Welker on Sunday.
Standoff at California bank after man carrying explosives takes hostages
A hostage situation is currently unfolding at a Chase Bank in downtown Bakersfield, California.
US: 30 Indians among 52 arrested for illegal trucking operations
Around 30 Indian nationals were among the 52 people arrested in the United States for illegally working as commercial truck drivers.
Why Google may release 32M lab-bred mosquitoes in Florida, California
Google has sought federal approval to release 32 million lab-bred male mosquitoes in Florida and California over the next two years.
Trump wants US Freedom 250 concerts canceled after artists' exit
US President Donald Trump has called for the cancellation of a concert series celebrating the country's 250th birthday, called Freedom 250, following the withdrawal of several artists due to its association with the White House.
Why was Brad Pitt's skincare line sued?
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt is facing legal trouble after a Malibu-based skincare brand, Beau D., accused his company of trademark infringement.
Meet Indian-origin teen who won 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee
Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old from Rancho Cucamonga, California, has won the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee. He triumphed over Ishaan Gupta in a nail-biting lightning-round tiebreaker.
Jada Pinkett Smith secures legal fees from Will Smith's ex-friend
Actor Jada Pinkett Smith has won a legal battle against her husband Will Smith's former friend, Bilaal Salaam.
Britney Spears's DUI arrest report reveals 'drastic mood swings'
Newly released police reports and videos from Britney Spears's March DUI arrest reveal the pop star spoke "nonsensically" and showed "drastic mood swings."
Could dog nannies earn up to $1,34,000 in a year?
The United States is witnessing a surge in demand for a new breed of premium pet care professionals known as "dog nannies" or "dog governesses."
5 dead, including teen gunmen, in San Diego mosque shooting
A shooting incident at the Islamic Center of San Diego in California on Monday left three men dead. The deceased include a security guard who is believed to have prevented further bloodshed.
How India's LPG shortage is having an effect on California
India, world's most populous country, relies heavily on LPG for cooking.
Politicians quietly bankroll influencers as paid political endorsements surge online
Social media influencers have become a major target for political campaigns and groups looking to push their agendas without revealing the source of their funding.
YouTube, TikTok, Snap settle social media addiction case
YouTube, TikTok, and Snap have settled a case related to social media addiction.
New $1 coin honors Steve Jobs and Apple's innovation era
The United States Mint is set to release a special $1 coin in 2026, honoring the legacy of former Apple CEO Steve Jobs.
Why Meta has been sued by a California county
California's Santa Clara County has filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram.
California ex-mayor admits to acting as agent of China
Eileen Wang, the former mayor of Arcadia, California, has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the People's Republic of China (PRC).
GM to pay $12.75M for selling driving data of Californians
General Motors (GM) has agreed to a $12.75 million settlement over allegations of illegally selling the location and driving behavior data of hundreds of thousands of Californians.
Man arrested for shooting outside Chris Brown's LA home
A shooting incident outside the Los Angeles home of singer Chris Brown has resulted in the arrest of a 35-year-old man, reported USA Today.
Britney Spears charged with DUI following erratic driving arrest
Pop icon Britney Spears has been charged with a misdemeanor count of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs in California.
Disneyland in California now scans your face for entry
Disneyland in California has started using facial recognition technology at select entrance lanes.
White House dinner shooting aftermath: 'Wine Gate' controversy explained
The recent White House Correspondents' Association dinner was marred by a shooting incident, leaving attendees in shock.
You can buy this home in exchange of Anthropic shares
A unique property in Mill Valley, California, is on the market with an unusual condition.
Air India flight makes precautionary landing in Bhopal, passengers safe
An Air India flight from Mumbai to Bhopal made a precautionary landing on Sunday due to a suspected technical issue.
'Want to throw up': Correspondents' Dinner shooter hints at regret
The alleged shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where United States President Donald Trump was present along with key administration officials, has been identified as Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old tutor and amateur video game developer from California. He was taken into custody after the incident.
Shooter at White House dinner 'very sick,' had multiple weapons
United States President Donald Trump on Sunday said the shooter who opened fire at the White House press dinner was "very sick" and carried multiple weapons.