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Human Remains of Travis Decker Identified: Former Soldier Wanted for Murdering His Three Young Daughters Found Dead in Washington Mountains
Sep 26, 2025 03:59 pm CST
Forensic tests have confirmed that remains discovered on a remote mountainside in Washington state belong to Travis Decker, a 32-year-old former soldier who was wanted for the murder of his three daughters aged 5-9. After a three-month search spanning hundreds of square miles, Decker's body was found less than a mile from where his daughters' bodies were discovered in June. The former Army infantryman with wilderness survival training had been experiencing deteriorating mental health prior to the murders. Authorities continue investigating the cause and timing of his death.
S Jaishankar Defends Global Workforce Reality as Trump's H-1B Visa Fees Impact Indian Professionals
Sep 26, 2025 03:56 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar advocates for a modern global workforce model amid US President Trump's controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee, which significantly impacts Indian tech professionals who make up 70% of visa recipients. As India manages trade challenges with the US, Jaishankar emphasizes that many nations cannot meet labor demands through local demographics alone, highlighting India's position as the world's largest source of emigrants.
Satirical Mount Rushmore of Controversial World Leaders Sparks Conversation at Bangkok Mall
Sep 26, 2025 03:39 pm CST
A provocative art installation mimicking Mount Rushmore featuring Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, and Kim Jong Un has been unveiled at Bangkok's Seacon Square mall. The controversial display, part of a promotional event, has sparked varied reactions from visitors while the mall claims it was designed to stimulate conversation rather than convey a specific political message.
Meta Launches 'Vibes': A New Platform for Creating and Sharing AI-Generated Videos
Sep 26, 2025 03:38 pm CST
Meta Platforms has introduced Vibes, a new platform for AI-generated videos that allows users to create, enhance, and share short-form content across Meta's ecosystem. Available through the Meta AI app and meta.ai website, Vibes represents Meta's strategic investment in artificial intelligence technology following the establishment of its Superintelligence Labs division.
India Rejects "Inaccurate and Misleading" Statements by Trump Advisor Peter Navarro on Russian Oil Purchases
Sep 26, 2025 02:00 pm CST
India has officially rejected controversial statements made by Peter Navarro, senior trade advisor to US President Donald Trump, regarding India's trade policies and Russian oil imports. The Ministry of External Affairs called Navarro's remarks "inaccurate and misleading," as tensions rise following Trump's implementation of 50% tariffs on India and accusations that India is operating as a "laundromat for the Kremlin."
Investigation Reveals Harsh Working Conditions at Foxconn's iPhone 17 Production Facility
Sep 26, 2025 01:45 pm CST
A recent investigation by China Labor Watch has uncovered concerning labor practices at Foxconn's Zhengzhou facility during iPhone 17 production, including excessive overtime, wage withholding, and forced night shifts. Despite Apple's commitment to ethical standards and regular audits, the report claims violations of Chinese labor laws continue, with temporary workers comprising over 50% of the workforce—five times the legal limit.
The Strategic Implications of the US-China TikTok Deal: What's Really at Stake
Sep 26, 2025 01:38 pm CST
The TikTok deal between the US and China represents more than just saving a popular app - it's a complex geopolitical chess move with significant implications for both nations. While Trump celebrates keeping TikTok operational in America, Beijing maintains control of the coveted algorithm through a licensing arrangement, potentially gaining concessions in other strategic areas. As ByteDance pivots toward AI dominance in China, this compromise may indicate that TikTok is now just one piece in a larger technological power struggle between the world's superpowers.
Larry Ellison Pledges 95% of His $350 Billion Fortune to Philanthropy: Inside the Oracle Co-Founder's Giving Journey
Sep 26, 2025 01:36 pm CST
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, currently the world's second-richest person with a $350 billion fortune, has committed to donating 95% of his wealth through the Giving Pledge. His philanthropic efforts include establishing the Ellison Institute of Technology in partnership with Oxford University and making significant donations to medical research, though his philanthropic journey has faced some implementation challenges.
Trump Administration Considers Including Autism Symptoms in National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
Sep 26, 2025 01:30 pm CST
The Trump administration is exploring changes to the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program that would allow people with autism to seek compensation. Led by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., this potential policy shift could fundamentally transform a program that has paid out $5 billion since 1988 while reigniting the debate about the scientifically rejected connection between vaccines and autism.
Trump's 100% Pharmaceutical Tariffs: Potential Impact on India's $8.7 Billion US Drug Exports
Sep 26, 2025 01:18 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has announced 100% tariffs on branded and patented pharmaceutical imports starting October 1, 2025, unless companies build manufacturing facilities in America. This decision could significantly impact India's pharmaceutical sector, which exported $8.7 billion in medicines to the US in FY24, representing 31% of India's total pharma exports. With Indian companies supplying 45% of US generic drugs, both nations face potential consequences including price increases and supply disruptions.