White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks with reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House. File | Photo Credit: AP White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, the youngest person to hold the role, will leave at month’s end, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday (August 12, 2026). Ms. Leavitt,…
Chennai: A 26-year-old woman who allegedly stole a high-end mobile phone from a women’s hostel in Chromepet few days ago was nabbed and handed over to police after she returned on Tuesday to allegedly make another attempt.Police said an expensive phone belonging to an inmate at a hostel in New Colony, Chromepet, went missing two…
Money is the focus today, Cancer and it’s an excellent thing. The Moon encourages practical thinking while Jupiter assists you in seeing the long haul rather than just the current mood. That makes this a strong day for saving, investing, and sorting out plans that can help your future feel more secure.At the same time,…
Acclaimed South Korean drama director Ahn Pan-seok has passed away at the age of 64, capping off a career that spanned close to four decades. Known for helming several celebrated dramas such as ‘Behind the White Tower’, ‘Secret Affair’, ‘Something in the Rain’ and ‘Spring Night’, his death was announced today, August 12, by the…
Ashish Yadav’s life changed dramatically after he moved from his village in Uttar Pradesh to Hisar to pursue javelin. In just 15 months, the 19-year-old has become a World U-20 silver medallist and the second Indian after Neeraj Chopra to win silver in the event.However, his family’s financial struggles continue, and he is still searching…
Ukrainian anti-ship missiles and drones blitzed a major Russian naval base on the Black Sea coast in a “unique” nighttime operation, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday (August 12, 2026). Cutting-edge drones developed by Kyiv since Moscow’s full-scale invasion over four years ago have repeatedly targeted Russian ships in the Black Sea, including warships…
Rescued after a few hours Chennai: Hours after a 34-year-old son of a rice mill owner was kidnapped for ransom from Sirukaveripakkam in Kancheepuram district on Tuesday night, police rescued him from Tiruvannamalai. Four of the five persons involved in the crime were arrested. According to police, Surendar, son of Ravi, was travelling on his…
Peace will be yours this day, Taurus. The air in your home feels more comfortable as if the dust has cleared after a long period of chaos. The Moon helps to strengthen your home zone and Venus the ruler makes you feel more comfortable, so your family members are less difficult to handle and minor…
Kangana Ranaut clarifies her “Generation Gutter” remark, saying it was aimed at specific people, not all youth. Politician and actor Kangana Ranaut has clarified her controversial “Generation Gutter” remarks, saying she was not referring to all young people. Speaking to ANI on Wednesday, Ranaut said her comments were specifically aimed at people who “label themselves…
Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a message of support to Lionel Messi following the death of Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, last week.Jorge Messi, 68, died last week after a long illness. Lionel Messi shared an emotional statement about his father’s death on Wednesday, reflecting on his final World Cup and his wish to win the tournament…