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Epstein files reveal Norway Crown Princess Mette-Marit discussed son in controversial emails: 'Is it inappropriate'

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Epstein files reveal Norway Crown Princess Mette-Marit discussed son in controversial emails: 'Is it inappropriate'

Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit had extensive contact with Jeffrey Epstein over several years. The emails reveal that she even discussed matters concerning her 15-year-old son with the convicted financier.

'Humara naam nahi hai': Memes flood internet as middle class looks for relief in Budget 2026

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'Humara naam nahi hai': Memes flood internet as middle class looks for relief in Budget 2026

Social media erupted with memes as Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget 2026 speech passed without major personal tax updates.

Who is Amelia, the British AI girl going viral for wrong reasons?

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Who is Amelia, the British AI girl going viral for wrong reasons?

A fictional British AI girl named Amelia has gone viral on social media after being picked up by far-right groups. Originally created for an anti-extremism project, the character is now being used in memes and videos online.

Union Budget 2026: Five interesting facts ahead of Nirmala Sitharaman’s ninth Budget speech

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Union Budget 2026: Five interesting facts ahead of Nirmala Sitharaman’s ninth Budget speech

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026, India’s Budget history once again comes into focus.

Another woman accuses Ex-Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein of shocking sexual abuse: 'They tore my soul'

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Another woman accuses Ex-Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein of shocking sexual abuse: 'They tore my soul'

In a 2020 submission, a woman accused Jeffrey Epstein and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor of sexual abuse, alleging that she was trafficked to Epstein and suffered repeated abuse in multiple countries, including the UK, the United States, and France.

US software engineer defends Indians after racist claims go viral: 'They're all pretty sharp'

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US software engineer defends Indians after racist claims go viral: 'They're all pretty sharp'

A New York-based software engineer defended Indian professionals after an anonymous X post labelled them as incompetent, saying his Indian colleagues are sharp, friendly, and do not fit the stereotypes being circulated online.

Microsoft employee shares lessons from her early workdays: 'No one is thinking about you'

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Microsoft employee shares lessons from her early workdays: 'No one is thinking about you'

An X post from a young Microsoft employee has gone viral for highlighting the role of consistency in building a career.

Fact check: Is February 2026 really once-in-823-years ‘MiracleIn’ month?

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Fact check: Is February 2026 really once-in-823-years ‘MiracleIn’ month?

A viral claim says February 2026 will be a rare “MiracleIn” month occurring once in 823 years, with four of every weekday and even a 25-hour day.

Florida couple sues fertility clinic after discovering baby isn’t genetically theirs: 'We love our little girl'

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Florida couple sues fertility clinic after discovering baby isn’t genetically theirs: 'We love our little girl'

The lawsuit filed against Dr. Milton McNichol and the Fertility Center of Orlando in Longwood alleges a serious error during fertility treatment that resulted in the wrong embryo being implanted.

Mariano Barbacid achieves pancreatic cancer cure in mice, but social media mocks his facial mark

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Mariano Barbacid achieves pancreatic cancer cure in mice, but social media mocks his facial mark

Mariano Barbacid and his team at Spain’s CNIO developed a therapy that fully eliminated pancreatic tumours in mice with no major side effects.

Elon Musk’s emails with Jeffrey Epstein surface in newly released US files. Social media reacts

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Elon Musk’s emails with Jeffrey Epstein surface in newly released US files. Social media reacts

Justice Department documents reveal Epstein repeatedly invited Musk to his island and discussed travel and social events, but there is no proof of a visit.

Meta AI scientist moves to London after US denies re-entry post China visit: 'America’s loss'

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Meta AI scientist moves to London after US denies re-entry post China visit: 'America’s loss'

Meta AI researcher Zifan Wang, who spent seven years in the US, said being denied re-entry after a visit to China was “unexpected and crazy.”

ChatGPT helps NYC woman discover her date is married and has kids: 'Feel sad for the world'

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ChatGPT helps NYC woman discover her date is married and has kids: 'Feel sad for the world'

A woman shared a story about a NYC dinner date with a finance professional who kept checking ChatGPT on his phone and reading the AI’s answers aloud, making the evening feel unusual.

Elon Musk reacts ‘wow’ as book claiming Shakespeare was ‘black woman’ sparks debate

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Elon Musk reacts ‘wow’ as book claiming Shakespeare was ‘black woman’ sparks debate

A viral post featuring Elon Musk’s reaction has reignited discussion around a book that challenges the traditional narrative of William Shakespeare’s identity.

Why is everyone in China obsessed with this sad-looking ‘Horse Toy’?

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Why is everyone in China obsessed with this sad-looking ‘Horse Toy’?

The accidental “crying horse” plush is stealing the spotlight in China this Lunar New Year. Its unusual downturned face and quirky charm have made it a social media hit.

‘Godfather of AI’ Geoffrey Hinton says he regrets technology he helped create: 'They will wipe us out'

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‘Godfather of AI’ Geoffrey Hinton says he regrets technology he helped create: 'They will wipe us out'

The “Godfather of AI” said the world is failing to take the risks of artificial intelligence seriously as systems move closer to surpassing human intelligence.

Japan bids farewell to its last twin giant pandas as they return to China: 'Pure diplomatic extortion'

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Japan bids farewell to its last twin giant pandas as they return to China: 'Pure diplomatic extortion'

Thousands gathered at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo to say goodbye to Japan’s final giant pandas, whose return to China will leave the country without pandas for the first time in 50 years.

TikTok faces backlash over alleged censorship of ‘Epstein’ in US DMs; internet calls it ‘dirty move’

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TikTok faces backlash over alleged censorship of ‘Epstein’ in US DMs; internet calls it ‘dirty move’

TikTok users have raised concerns over alleged censorship of the word “Epstein” in direct messages in the US, triggering backlash across social media platforms.

Viral chart showing US dollar’s crashing value creates stir online: ‘Economy at risk’

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Viral chart showing US dollar’s crashing value creates stir online: ‘Economy at risk’

A chart chart highlights a drop in the dollar’s value over the past week, sparking concerns about its impact on the US economy and everyday Americans.

Former Astronaut Sunita Williams relishes her favourite dessert in India. Watch video

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Former Astronaut Sunita Williams relishes her favourite dessert in India. Watch video

Sunita Williams is seen briefly confused between kulfi and ice cream in a viral clip from her India visit, before being reminded that the dessert is falooda.

Indian-origin techie’s Reddit post on 30 years in Europe sparks debate on workplace loneliness: 'superficial warmth'

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Indian-origin techie’s Reddit post on 30 years in Europe sparks debate on workplace loneliness: 'superficial warmth'

A techie reflected on his three decades career in Europe, saying professional success did not make up for the lack of lasting personal connections.

Singapore envoy says South Indian food 'tastes like home', internet reacts warmly

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Singapore envoy says South Indian food 'tastes like home', internet reacts warmly

Simon Wong, Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, delighted social media users after sharing that South Indian food, especially appam, reminded him of home.

Republic Day 2026: Google celebrates 77th R-Day with ISRO-inspired doodle

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Republic Day 2026: Google celebrates 77th R-Day with ISRO-inspired doodle

Google marked India’s 77th Republic Day with a doodle celebrating ISRO, featuring satellites and orbital designs integrated into its logo.

YouTuber MrBeast faces backlash after promoting lab-grown chicken in Upside Foods video: 'New Bill Gates?’

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YouTuber MrBeast faces backlash after promoting lab-grown chicken in Upside Foods video: 'New Bill Gates?’

MrBeast visited Upside Foods’ $200 million facility to explore how lab-grown chicken is produced from animal cells without slaughter, bringing renewed attention to cultivated meat technology.

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