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Power cut rant from Bengaluru-based remote worker gets backlash on social media
A remote worker in Bengaluru complained about frequent power cuts disrupting work meetings, seeking advice. Reddit users criticized the employee, suggesting solutions like UPS, mobile data, or coworking spaces, emphasizing personal responsibility for maintaining work reliability.

'Toy car, real charges': Canadian man arrested for driving pink Barbie jeep on busy road
A Canadian man was arrested for driving a pink Barbie Jeep while intoxicated and with a suspended license. Police breathalyzed him during morning rush hour, issuing a 90-day driving ban and court summons for operating an unauthorized motorized vehicle.

Streamer Destiny sparks outrage after refusing to condemn Charlie Kirk's murder
Political streamer Destiny sparked controversy by refusing to condemn Charlie Kirk's murder on Piers Morgan Uncensored, suggesting conservatives should be "afraid of getting killed." His remarks drew widespread backlash, with critics accusing him of normalizing political violence.

Daily Beast apologizes to Melania Trump over retracted Jeffrey Epstein article
The Daily Beast apologized to Melania Trump for a retracted article alleging her connection to Jeffrey Epstein through Michael Wolff's unverified claims. The outlet admitted the story failed editorial standards and removed the article after her legal team's intervention.

‘Ghost ship’ that sank 140 years ago discovered in Lake Michigan
A 140-year-old "ghost ship" called F.J. King was discovered in Lake Michigan by maritime historian Brandon Baillod. The three-masted schooner sank during a violent storm in 1886 while carrying iron ore, with its intact hull now found using side-scan radar.

Gemini AI photo trend: Creative prompts to create Krishna-Radha-inspired pics
Google's Gemini AI enables users to create hyper-realistic Krishna-Radha images through creative prompts. By uploading a picture and specifying details like attire and mood, users can generate artistic, divine-themed photos within seconds using the Gemini app.

Who was Marian Izaguirre? Fashion influencer dies after eerie clown video
Fashion influencer Marian Izaguirre, 23, died in a Morelia hotel after being reported missing. Her mysterious death followed an eerie clown makeup video. Police cited brain-dead health issues. Her massive social media following mourned her sudden passing.

Who is Beni Rae Harmony? Reporter resigns after being suspended over Charlie Kirk tribute
TV anchor Beni Rae Harmony resigned from WICS-ABC20 after being suspended for airing a tribute to Charlie Kirk, her former mentor who was killed at a university event. She claimed retaliation and cited her faith in leaving the station.

Who are Kevin and Maria McElroy? Georgia museum honors couple for decades-long military service
The Tubman Museum honored Brigadier General Kelvin and Colonel Maria McElroy for their 69 years of combined military service. The exhibit celebrates their love story, service journey, and Central Georgia roots, inspiring future generations.

Nithin Kamath responds to Redditor on Zerodha's journey: ‘We came from middle-class background, no rich uncles’
Zerodha's CEO Nithin Kamath shared the company's 15-year journey, emphasizing their middle-class roots, deliberate avoidance of outside investors, and commitment to customer-first approach, which has driven their success in India's growing markets.

Australian CEO Anthony Heraghty sacked over relationship disclosure with ex-HR boss
Super Retail Group CEO Anthony Heraghty fired over undisclosed relationship with former HR boss Jane Kelly. Board deemed his disclosures unsatisfactory. Interim CEO David Burns appointed amid ongoing legal proceedings and company investigation.

Who is Deedy Das? Ex-Google and Facebook techie becomes partner at Menlo Ventures
Deedy Das, a Kolkata-born tech expert, rapidly rose from Google and Facebook engineer to Menlo Ventures partner. Specializing in AI and enterprise software, he joined the VC firm in March 2024 and quickly advanced, highlighting the tech industry's AI-driven talent demand.

Gemini AI pre-wedding photos are the new internet obsession: Try these 5 prompts to get stunning pics
Google's Gemini AI generates hyper-realistic pre-wedding photos without cameras. Users upload pictures, input prompts, and receive stunning, cinematic images capturing emotions and cultural nuances across various settings and styles.

Indian man celebrates getting United States O-1 visa for people of ‘extraordinary ability’
Indian tech professional Piyush Varanjani celebrates obtaining a rare O-1 visa for "extraordinary ability" in AI, marking a milestone after working at Stripe. He plans to pursue his startup, viewing San Francisco as his new home.

21-year-old reveals how much he earns per month by posting on X: ‘More than average campus placement’
A 21-year-old engineer claims to earn ₹32,000 monthly by posting on X through the Creator Revenue Sharing program, surpassing his campus placement salary after just two months of content creation.

Google Gemini paint your own figurine: Best prompts to quickly convert pictures into 3D figurines
Google Gemini lets users transform photos into 3D figurines using AI. By uploading an image and entering specific prompts, people can create hyper-realistic action-figure-style models of themselves, pets, or landscapes for free through Google AI Studio.