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Nepal student's fiery old speech resurfaces amid deadly protests: 'We are torchbearers of the future'
A viral school speech by student Ora passionately critiques Nepal's challenges, calling youth to be "torchbearers of the future" amid ongoing protests against social media bans and government repression, which led to deadly clashes and the PM's resignation.

Harry Potter set designer Stuart Craig dies at 83, JK Rowling calls him a ‘true visionary’
Stuart Craig, Oscar-winning production designer behind Harry Potter films, died at 83. J.K. Rowling praised his visionary work in creating magical sets. He designed Hogwarts and Diagon Alley, winning three Oscars and leaving an indelible mark on cinema.

‘First case in 40 years’: Bangkok zoo reacts after zookeeper dragged and killed by lions in front of horrified visitors
A 58-year-old zookeeper was fatally mauled by lions at Bangkok Safari World while working, marking the first such incident in 40 years. The 15-minute attack occurred during feeding time, prompting the zoo to close the drive-in zone and review safety protocols.

Lions attack and kill zookeeper at Bangkok’s Safari World as visitors watch in horror
At Bangkok's Safari World, a pack of lions attacked and killed a zookeeper in front of horrified visitors. The 15-minute assault occurred when the victim exited his vehicle, with tourists helplessly honking horns and shouting during the fatal mauling.

Who is Taylor Frankie Paul? Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star to lead The Bachelorette Season 22
Taylor Frankie Paul, star of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, will lead The Bachelorette Season 22. The 31-year-old co-parent announced her selection on the Call Her Daddy podcast, expressing excitement and disbelief about her upcoming journey.

Accidental butt dial exposes friend’s role in covering up Texas flight attendant's murder
An accidental butt dial revealed Joni Thomas helped Dennis Day cover up flight attendant Rana Soluri's murder, capturing their conversation about disposing of her body after Day strangled her during an argument.

Optical illusion: Only 1 in 10 people can find the hidden cat in this viral challenge
A viral optical illusion challenges viewers to find a hidden cat in a busy Jerusalem scene. Camouflaged in beige and gray tones, the cat is located near the bottom right, next to a green tarp. Only sharp-eyed individuals can spot it within 10 seconds.

NYT Pips today: Hints and answers for September 10, 2025 puzzle
NYT's Pips puzzle game, launched in August 2025, challenges players with color-coded domino-like rules. Today's puzzle (September 10) offers hints and answers across different difficulty levels, encouraging players to test logic and problem-solving skills.

Joe Rogan ridiculed after falling for AI video of Tim Walz dancing in anti-Trump t-shirt
Joe Rogan was ridiculed for believing an AI-manipulated video showing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz dancing in an anti-Trump shirt. Despite his producer revealing it was fake, Rogan initially insisted the video was real before eventually admitting his mistake.

Never-before-seen video shows US Hellfire missile bouncing off a UFO: 'What the hell is that?'
A US Hellfire missile seemingly bounced off a UFO during a drone mission near Yemen, shocking military officials. The declassified video, shown at a congressional hearing, depicts a missile deflecting from a glowing orb without causing damage, intensifying UAP investigation demands.

Bengaluru woman says manager threw a mouse at her face in fit of rage, left her traumatised
A Bengaluru woman revealed her manager threw a computer mouse at her face during a work incident, causing severe trauma. She shared her experience at a Tech Roast Show, highlighting workplace toxicity in the design industry and sparking a viral discussion about professional harassment.

Indian-American Baiju Bhatt on Forbes youngest US billionaires list: Net worth, source of wealth and more
Indian-American Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood, is among Forbes' 10 youngest billionaires. At 40, he has a $6 billion net worth from his 6% stake in the stock trading app, which saw a 400% stock jump in the past year.

Who is Attaullah Baig? Indian-origin ex-WhatsApp security chief suing Meta
Attaullah Baig, former WhatsApp security chief, sued Meta, alleging systemic cybersecurity failures. He claims 1,500 engineers had unrestricted user data access, was dismissed after raising concerns, and filed complaints with SEC and OSHA, seeking accountability.

Ex-Miss Nepal Shrinkhala Khatiwada loses nearly 100,000 Instagram followers amid ‘nepo baby’ fury
Ex-Miss Nepal Shrinkhala Khatiwada faces massive social media backlash, losing nearly 100,000 Instagram followers amid Nepal's violent protests. Criticized for silence on youth unrest, she's labeled a 'nepo baby' amid growing public discontent against political elites.

Indian man's emotional confession in US goes viral: 'I want to go back, they don't accept us here'
An emotional DoorDash delivery worker shares his struggle as an immigrant in the US, feeling unaccepted despite wanting a better life for his family. Torn between returning home and staying for his daughters, he expresses deep sadness about his experience.

King Charles' return to London sparks speculation of face-to-face reunion with Prince Harry
King Charles returns to London during Prince Harry's UK visit, sparking reunion speculation. Despite strained relations, the possibility of a face-to-face meeting remains uncertain, with no official meeting scheduled but potential opportunities arising.