8 injured, dozens rescued in fire at former electrical plant in Moscow

Eagle-eyed home cooks noticed that PYREX and pyrex are separate companies with different glass materials. The podcast Confused Breakfast revealed that Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers used footage from a Japanese series called Super Sentai, with only unmasked scenes being original. Haim Saban adapted the show for US audiences, incorporating both American and Japanese footage to create a culturally diverse viewing experience. Fans were surprised by the revelation, with some noting discrepancies in the show's production...

Senator Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire announced she will not seek re-election in 2026, ending a long political career and complicating Democrats' efforts to regain a Senate majority. Her decision follows criticism of President Trump's actions and sets off a high-stakes race in a state known for its unpredictable voting patterns. With Republicans eyeing the seat, Shaheen's retirement adds to the challenges Democrats face in defending open seats and securing a majority in the Senate....

Ministers are accused of showing "contempt" towards farmers by suspending applications for a post-Brexit payment scheme, sparking what is called a "war on farmers". Tory leader Kemi Badenoch criticized Labour for canceling the sustainable farming incentive just before tax returns were due, leading to anger among farmers and protests. Despite Labour's decision, Sir Keir Starmer pointed out that the Tories had also cancelled the scheme without sufficient notice in previous years, leading to further tensions...

India's Tejas light combat aircraft successfully test-fired the indigenous air-to-air missile Astra off the coast of Chandipur in Odisha, as confirmed by the defence ministry. The missile hit the flying target directly, showcasing its precision and effectiveness, while meeting all mission parameters. Developed by DRDO, the Astra missile has a range of over 100 km and demonstrated accurate performance in engaging targets. Full Article

The CBI and Kerala Police arrested Lithuanian national Aleksej Besciokov, wanted by the US for operating cryptocurrency exchange Garantex to launder criminal proceeds, including ransomware, with a potential $96 billion in transactions. Besciokov faces charges of money laundering, violating sanctions, and operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business in the US, following a provisional arrest warrant issued by the MEA. The US authorities seized assets and froze funds related to Garantex, aiming to prevent further criminal activities...

Pakistani security forces are in a deadly standoff with militants who seized a passenger train in the southwest, demanding the release of imprisoned members. At least 190 hostages have been rescued, with the militants threatening to kill hostages if their demands are not met. The Baloch Liberation Army, a separatist group, has been targeting security forces and Chinese interests in Baluchistan, using advanced tactics like suicide bombings. Full Article