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This is the most gruesome...': BBC host suffocates live goat in tribal ritual, sparks outrage
The Mucubal do not stab animals, as they consider it cruel. Instead, they suffocate them, believing it to be a more respectful method of slaughter. Bound by tribal custom—where animals serve as food, currency, and sacred offerings—Parry reluctantly followed their tradition, choosing to suffocate the goat to prevent its blood from being wasted, as the tribe considers it highly nutritious.

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Rs 3.5 crore to staff, Rs 12 lakh for dog Tito: Ratan Tata's will details revealed. Who gets what?
According to his will dated February 23, 2022, the bulk of his wealth, including Rs 3,800 crore worth of shares in Tata Sons, was allocated to the Ratan Tata Endowment Foundation and the Ratan Tata Endowment Trust for philanthropic purposes. However, he also made significant provisions for his long-time staff, family members, friends, and even his beloved pets.

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'Work is important, health is non-negotiable': CEO after landing in ICU due to sudden nosebleeds, high BP
Amit Mishra described how, without any prior symptoms, he suddenly experienced uncontrollable nosebleeds, which resulted in an urgent trip to the hospital. Once admitted, doctors found that his blood pressure (BP) had soared to 230—a dangerously high level that landed him in the intensive care unit (ICU).

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Love generating Studio Ghibli-style pics from ChatGPT? Here are the privacy concerns
Alongside the enthusiasm, the trend has also sparked serious concerns over privacy, security, and copyright infringement. Experts have warned that the widespread use of OpenAI’s image-generation tool could pose significant risks to personal data, potentially allowing AI models to collect and use images without consent.

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Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa steps away from chessboard, makes dosa for coach: 'To be honest...'
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Grandmaster Ramesh shared a photograph of R Praggnanandhaa attempting to prepare dosa for the first time. In a reflection on his student’s culinary debut, Ramesh wrote: 'First time R Praggnanandhaa is learning to make dosa at my cost.'

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OpenAI's Sam Altman reshares PM Modi's Ghibli-style images, reacts with flag emoji. See post
The official X account of MyGov India, the digital initiative of the Government of India, posted a collection of Ghibli-style AI-generated images of PM Modi in various settings. One image depicted him holding the Indian flag, while others showcased his diplomatic meetings with former US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron.

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Feel aggressive while looking at something cute? Oxford Dictionary now has a word for it
One of the most widely discussed words from the update was gigil, which resonated strongly on social media, particularly among those familiar with the overwhelming feeling of cuteness aggression.

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Protester dressed as Pikachu flees from police during Turkey protests, video goes viral
The video was shared online by Ismail Kocerglu and quickly gained traction. Turkey’s Republican People’s Party (CHP) referenced the footage in a post on X (formerly Twitter), writing, 'Even Pikachu is affected by pepper spray.'

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Elon Musk to Nithin Kamath: ChatGPT-Studio Ghibli pics flood X, thousands hop on trend. How to do it
Studio Ghibli, established in 1985 by Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata, and Toshio Suzuki, is celebrated for its hand-drawn animations and rich storytelling. Iconic films such as 'My Neighbor Totoro,' 'Spirited Away,' 'Howl's Moving Castle,' 'Kiki's Delivery Service,' and 'Princess Mononoke' have cemented its reputation worldwide.

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Kunal Kamra receives donations on YouTube amid standup special controversy
The incident sparked widespread debate online, with opinions divided over whether Kunal Kamra’s remarks fell within the bounds of free speech. Some users criticised the comedian for 'misusing' his right to free expression, while others defended his satire.

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Internet erupts over Donald Trump administration's Signal chat blunder involving journalist: 'Utter clowns'
Social media users have expressed outrage over the apparent mishandling of classified information. Many questioned the competence of the officials involved and the potential risks posed to national security. Users argued that such lapses undermine public trust and could have severe consequences.

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'Serious safety issue': Elderly woman hit by speeding delivery agent in Bengaluru, Swiggy responds
The incident has reignited concerns about the safety risks posed by delivery riders speeding through the city's streets to meet tight deadlines.

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Bride who travelled to Bengaluru for wedding suffers burns from colour bomb blast: 'We want to warn...'
Vicky and Piya, who had planned a picture-perfect moment, were instead forced to rush to a hospital after the accident. Following the incident, the couple issued a warning about the risks associated with firecrackers and similar props at weddings.

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Srinagar Airport inaugurates smoking zone, calls it 'exciting news'. 'What's the point?' asks internet
The announcement drew sharp backlash from various quarters, with many questioning the rationale behind the facility. Social media users argued that such an amenity contradicted public health efforts to discourage smoking and raised concerns about the messaging it sent.

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L&T chairman advocates 90-hour workweek, wants employees to work on Sundays too: 'I will be more happy'
In the undated video, SN Subrahmanyan was responding to an employee's question about why the company mandated working on Saturdays. He stated, 'I regret I am not able to make you work on Sundays, to be honest. If I can make you work on Sundays, I will be more happy because I work on Sundays also.'

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Bengaluru techie suicide: Internet demands Accenture to fire Atul Subhash's wife, company locks X profile
In his final messages, Atul Subhash named his wife, Nikita Singhania, her mother Nisha Singhania, her brother Anurag Singhania, and her uncle Sushil Singhania as the perpetrators of his ordeal. He also implicated Reeta Kaushik, a family court judge in Jaunpur, for exacerbating his distress.

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Tata Memorial doctors refute Navjot Singh Sidhu's cancer cure for wife: 'Unproven remedies'
Navjot Singh Sidhu elaborated on his wife’s regimen, claiming that she consumed lemon water, raw turmeric, and apple cider vinegar. This was followed by neem leaves, tulsi, and juices from pumpkin, pomegranate, carrot, amla, beetroot, and walnuts. He also emphasised the use of water with a pH level of 7 as a critical component of her treatment.

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'Will take this to my grave': Narayana Murthy doesn't believe in work-life balance, defends 6-day workweek
Narayana Murthy referenced Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a prime example of dedication to duty. He praised PM Modi for working tirelessly — reportedly logging 100-hour workweeks — as an inspiration for others to match this level of commitment.

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'What in the world': Meesho faces flak for selling Lawrence Bishnoi merchandise, post goes viral
Public response was swift, with many condemning Meesho. Comments under Alishan Jafri's post included calls to 'de-platform' Meesho and hold it accountable. Some expressed concerns over the broader social implications, with one user stating, 'This gangster culture will destroy India.'

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'Sincere request': Don't drink or give raw milk to kids, says Liver Doc. Here's why
'Raw milk can contain dangerous bacteria such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Salmonella, E. coli, Campylobacter, Staphylococcus aureus, Yersinia, Brucella, Coxiella and Listeria. H5N1 avian influenza ('bird flu') virus has been found in raw milk from cows infected with H5N1 influenza virus,' The Liver Doc wrote.

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Yuvraj Singh's cancer NGO refers to breasts as 'oranges' in ad, gets slammed: 'Shameful'
One of the campaign posters, shared widely online, displays a young woman holding two oranges in her hands while travelling on a bus. An elderly woman in the same image is seated nearby, holding a crate of oranges. The caption reads: 'Check your oranges once a month,' a call to encourage regular self-examinations for signs of breast cancer.

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'Goodbye, my dear lighthouse': Ratan Tata's assistant Shantanu Naidu bids farewell to industrialist
Shantanu Naidu, in a heartfelt message shared on LinkedIn, reflected on his close friendship with Tata, describing the profound impact of their relationship. 'The hole that this friendship has now left with me, I will spend the rest of my life trying to fill.'

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From skipping a royal meeting to a first-of-its-kind animal hospital: Ratan Tata's love for dogs
Ratan Tata’s compassion for animals was well-known, and his philanthropic efforts extended beyond business into animal welfare. One such instance that captured his love for dogs occurred in 2018, when he cancelled a trip to London to receive a prestigious lifetime achievement award from Prince Charles (now King Charles III).

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Swiggy CEO backs Deepinder Goyal's call for better treatment of delivery agents in malls: 'Good for...'
Rohit Kapoor commended Deepinder Goyal for highlighting the issue, calling it an essential matter for delivery partners, and applauded the prompt action taken by Ambience Mall management in response.