Mynita S was hospitalized for weeks after a brown recluse spider bite triggered sudden, life-threatening symptoms. She lost mobility, suffered dangerously high heart rate, low oxygen, and low hemoglobin levels, and required intubation. Even after discharge, her skin continued peeling for weeks, highlighting the severe and lasting effects of the venom.

Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, is charged with murder after allegedly killing his parents. His meth addiction reportedly caused sleepless nights and unstable behavior, contributing to this tragic incident. The case has sent shockwaves through Hollywood, highlighting the severe impacts of drug abuse.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Adwa Victory Monument in Addis Ababa on Wednesday, honouring the Ethiopian heroes of the 1896 battle. This site symbolises Ethiopia's victory against colonial forces. It serves as a global emblem of resistance. PM Modi's visit reinforces India's support for nations' self-determination and upholding anti-imperialist values.

A 34-year-old Bengaluru mechanic died after allegedly being denied timely treatment by multiple hospitals following a heart attack. Referred without basic care, he collapsed and fell from a scooter while heading to Jayadeva Hospital. A CCTV video showing his injured wife pleading for help went viral. He was declared brought dead.

Argentine football legend Lionel Messi visited Vantara, a wildlife conservation centre in Gujarat's Jamnagar, during his India tour, where he took part in traditional rituals and interacted with rescued animals. A video of him playing football with a baby elephant named Maneklal went viral, and a lion cub was named 'Lionel' in his honour. Messi praised Vantara's animal welfare efforts.

A viral video from Uttar Pradesh's Agra shows hundreds of women protesting liquor shops in Mahuar village under Kirawali police station. Angry over daily alcohol-related fights at home, the women vandalised a shop on the Agra-Jaipur highway. Police reached the spot, detained some women, and controlled the situation. The video triggered strong reactions on X (formerly Twitter).

Kashmir's papier-mache artisans face a bleak Christmas as US tariffs under the Donald Trump administration slash export orders. Local trader Mir says sales of bells, balls and stars have dropped nearly 40%, forcing price cuts and leaving workshops with unsold stock. With overseas buyers backing out, artisans fear for livelihoods and the future of the centuries-old craft.

DataLane, a New York City based company specialising in identity graph services for local businesses, has raised $22.5 million in a Series A round led by Amplify Partners. With total funding now at $27 million, the company will invest in product development, AI and engineering talent, and go-to-market expansion to strengthen accurate, real-time business identity data solutions.

A man posing as a police officer has been arrested for carrying out a fake raid at a jewellery workshop in Delhi's Karol Bagh and stealing over 1 kg of gold. The accused wore a fake Delhi Police uniform and planned the crime with a government servant. Four others dressed in plain clothes claimed they were Income Tax officials.

Omkar Tarmale from Maharashtra's Thane district was among the 8 uncapped players that Sunrisers Hyderabad bought at the IPL Auction 2026. A video of his father's emotional and joyous cheering while watching the live broadcast has now gone viral. The fast bowler who plays for Maharashtra at the domestic level was bought at a base price of ₹30 lakh.