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Man who carried nuclear football claims Clinton molested female staff sergeant on Air Force One

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Man who carried nuclear football claims Clinton molested female staff sergeant on Air Force One

Patterson, who carried the classified nuclear briefcase for Clinton during his presidency, has claimed he personally confronted the former president in the Oval Office over the alleged assault, but says Clinton showed no remorse and offered only a hollow apology.

‘Dark side of Braj ki Holi’: Viral video shows men harassing women, sparks outrage

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‘Dark side of Braj ki Holi’: Viral video shows men harassing women, sparks outrage

As Holi celebrations begin in the Braj region, a viral video showing women allegedly being touched inappropriately has sparked outrage. Many on social media slammed the behaviour, saying no festival should be used to excuse harassment or disrespect towards women.

Chinese influencer earns Rs 66 crore selling 'wish candles' for luck and love, gets arrested for fraud

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Chinese influencer earns Rs 66 crore selling 'wish candles' for luck and love, gets arrested for fraud

Chinese influencer Li Zhuofan arrested for allegedly cheating buyers after earning Rs 66 crore from selling ‘wish candles’ online that promised luck, love, and success. One customer paid thousands, but when nothing happened, they reported the case to the police.

Man in early 70s fired after 50 years at company with no farewell: ‘Don’t deserve loyalty’

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Man in early 70s fired after 50 years at company with no farewell: ‘Don’t deserve loyalty’

A manager in his early 70s was fired abruptly after more than 50 years of service, with no farewell or severance pay. An employee shared the story, raising concerns about the company’s treatment of long-serving staff and the sudden loss of decades of knowledge and leadership in the team.

American woman shares reality of living in Pakistan after marriage: ‘Never thought I’d end up in…’

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American woman shares reality of living in Pakistan after marriage: ‘Never thought I’d end up in…’

An American woman has shared her life in a small Pakistani village after marriage on Instagram. The video sparked mixed reactions from netizens, with some praising her choice while others questioned the challenges of rural life.

Elon Musk reacts to Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales’ remarks on Grokipedia to Moneycontrol

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Elon Musk reacts to Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales’ remarks on Grokipedia to Moneycontrol

A brief online exchange has sparked fresh debate over AI and online knowledge after Jimmy Wales questioned the viability of Grokipedia at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Elon Musk reacted to his remarks, drawing attention and fuelling discussion about neutrality and credibility.

‘Delhi traffic at its worst’: Citizens frustrated as AI Impact Summit, rain create chaos

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‘Delhi traffic at its worst’: Citizens frustrated as AI Impact Summit, rain create chaos

The AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam and unexpected rain caused heavy traffic in Delhi. Roads were jammed, making travel slow for commuters, students, and people heading to the airport.

Malvika Sitlani faces crowdfunding scam allegation, netizens question Rs 40 lakh raised for mother's cancer

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Malvika Sitlani faces crowdfunding scam allegation, netizens question Rs 40 lakh raised for mother's cancer

Social media users have questioned influencer Malvika Sitlani about a Rs 40 lakh fundraiser for her mother’s cancer. Controversy arose after her Valentine’s Day posts, with critics calling for transparency on the funds.

‘Ideal time to quit smoking’: Netizens react as cigarette, pan masala prices jump with 40% GST

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‘Ideal time to quit smoking’: Netizens react as cigarette, pan masala prices jump with 40% GST

From February 1, cigarettes, tobacco products, and pan masala became significantly more expensive after the government raised GST to 40% and added excise duties and a Health and National Security Cess. The sudden hike has shocked consumers and sparked a wave of memes and reactions across social media platforms.

‘He crossed a major line’: Boss insults employee’s boyfriend and family, sparks debate on boundaries at work

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‘He crossed a major line’: Boss insults employee’s boyfriend and family, sparks debate on boundaries at work

A Reddit user has shared how their boss insulted their boyfriend and family, calling it unprofessional. The post has sparked widespread discussion online about workplace boundaries. Netizens are weighing in on how employees should respond when criticism crosses the line into private life.

Elon Musk dances with Tesla’s humanoid robot Optimus in Grok-generated video: 'Feeling optimustic'

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Elon Musk dances with Tesla’s humanoid robot Optimus in Grok-generated video: 'Feeling optimustic'

Elon Musk shared a Grok-generated AI video showing him dancing with Tesla’s humanoid robot Optimus, delighting social media users. The fun clip sparked creative remixes online.

'You're gay if you...': Bengaluru gym under fire after 'homophobic' poster goes viral

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'You're gay if you...': Bengaluru gym under fire after 'homophobic' poster goes viral

A Bengaluru gym sparked outrage after a poster using ‘gay’ as an insult was shared on Reddit. Netizens slammed the message as homophobic, illogical and offensive. The post went viral, prompting public criticism.

People in their 60s, 70s and 80s find love at seniors’ matchmaking event in Pune: ‘Smiling like teenagers’

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People in their 60s, 70s and 80s find love at seniors’ matchmaking event in Pune: ‘Smiling like teenagers’

A video from a Pune matchmaking event has gone viral for showing seniors in their 60s, 70s and 80s meeting new people and finding companionship. The event brought together single, widowed, and divorced individuals seeking connection.

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