What renovations has the Reflecting Pool in US undergone over the years?
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in US underwent a $34-million restoration between 2010-2012 to raise it above the marshy ground beneath it after it had sunk, leading to cracks and leaks. However, it continued to leak and saw significant algae growth. US President Donald Trump's administration recently spent $14.7 million on the algae problem and painted the pool "American-flag blue".
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12:41 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in US underwent a $34-million restoration between 2010-2012 to raise it above the marshy ground beneath it after it had sunk, leading to cracks and leaks. However, it continued to leak and saw significant algae growth. US President Donald Trump's administration recently spent $14.7 million on the algae problem and painted the pool "American-flag blue".
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Switzerland top Group B, reach FIFA World Cup knockouts for 4th straight time
Switzerland defeated co-hosts Canada 2-1 in Vancouver to top FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B and enter the knockouts for the fourth straight edition. Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi scored for Switzerland, while Promise David netted Canada's only goal in the match. Despite the defeat, Canada finished second in Group B and also qualified for the knockouts.
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02:28 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Switzerland defeated co-hosts Canada 2-1 in Vancouver to top FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B and enter the knockouts for the fourth straight edition. Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi scored for Switzerland, while Promise David netted Canada's only goal in the match. Despite the defeat, Canada finished second in Group B and also qualified for the knockouts.
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Canada reach FIFA World Cup knockouts for first time ever
Canada reached FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history after finishing second in Group B at the 2026 edition. Co-hosts Canada ended group stage with four points, recording one win, one draw and one defeat after losing 1-2 to Switzerland. Canada exited their previous two FIFA World Cup editions (1986 and 2022) in group stage.
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02:31 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Canada reached FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history after finishing second in Group B at the 2026 edition. Co-hosts Canada ended group stage with four points, recording one win, one draw and one defeat after losing 1-2 to Switzerland. Canada exited their previous two FIFA World Cup editions (1986 and 2022) in group stage.
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Qatar crash out of FIFA World Cup without winning a match for 2nd straight edition
Qatar crashed out of FIFA World Cup in the group stage without a single win for the second successive edition. They finished bottom of Group B with one point in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Qatar lost 1-3 to Bosnia and Herzegovina in their final group-stage match after their 1-1 draw against Switzerland and 0-6 defeat to Canada.
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02:53 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Qatar crashed out of FIFA World Cup in the group stage without a single win for the second successive edition. They finished bottom of Group B with one point in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Qatar lost 1-3 to Bosnia and Herzegovina in their final group-stage match after their 1-1 draw against Switzerland and 0-6 defeat to Canada.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina win a FIFA World Cup match after 12 years, keep knockout hopes alive
Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Qatar 3-1 in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match to register their first win in FIFA World Cup in 12 years. They finished third in the group with four points, behind Switzerland and Canada. With this, they stay in contention for a knockout berth as one of the best third-placed teams.
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03:22 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Qatar 3-1 in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match to register their first win in FIFA World Cup in 12 years. They finished third in the group with four points, behind Switzerland and Canada. With this, they stay in contention for a knockout berth as one of the best third-placed teams.
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03:22 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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19-year-old Rayan first teenager to start a FIFA World Cup match for Brazil in 56 years
Brazil forward Rayan has become the first teenager to start a FIFA World Cup match for the team in 56 years. The 19-year-old replaced injured winger Raphinha in Brazil's playing XI for their final Group C match against Scotland. Brazil last handed a World Cup start to a teenager in 1970, when left-back Marco Antonio started against Romania in Mexico.
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04:01 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Brazil forward Rayan has become the first teenager to start a FIFA World Cup match for the team in 56 years. The 19-year-old replaced injured winger Raphinha in Brazil's playing XI for their final Group C match against Scotland. Brazil last handed a World Cup start to a teenager in 1970, when left-back Marco Antonio started against Romania in Mexico.
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NSE retains spot as India's most valuable unlisted company
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) retained its spot as the most valuable unlisted company in India with a valuation of 4.86 lakh crore, as per 2025 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 report. The stock exchange saw a 3% increase in value since last year. It was followed by Serum Institute of India, Adani Properties, Haldiram Snacks and Zerodha, among others
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07:00 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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The National Stock Exchange (NSE) retained its spot as the most valuable unlisted company in India with a valuation of 4.86 lakh crore, as per 2025 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 report. The stock exchange saw a 3% increase in value since last year. It was followed by Serum Institute of India, Adani Properties, Haldiram Snacks and Zerodha, among others
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07:00 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Messi, Ronaldo now jointly hold record for longest gap between first and latest World Cup goals
Argentina captain Lionel Messi and Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo now jointly hold the record for longest gap between a player's first and latest FIFA World Cup goals at 20 years and six days. Messi scored his first on June 16, 2006 and latest on June 22, 2026. Ronaldo’s first came on June 17, 2006 and latest on June 23, 2026.
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08:13 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Argentina captain Lionel Messi and Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo now jointly hold the record for longest gap between a player's first and latest FIFA World Cup goals at 20 years and six days. Messi scored his first on June 16, 2006 and latest on June 22, 2026. Ronaldo’s first came on June 17, 2006 and latest on June 23, 2026.
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Why are final group matches in FIFA World Cup played at the same time?
The final group matches in FIFA World Cup have been played simultaneously since 1986 to avoid any suspicion of an advantage. The decision came after West Germany defeated Austria 1-0 by colluding to eliminate debutants Algeria on goal difference in 1982. Algeria had played their last group game a day before West Germany-Austria match and later lodged an official complaint.
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08:26 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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The final group matches in FIFA World Cup have been played simultaneously since 1986 to avoid any suspicion of an advantage. The decision came after West Germany defeated Austria 1-0 by colluding to eliminate debutants Algeria on goal difference in 1982. Algeria had played their last group game a day before West Germany-Austria match and later lodged an official complaint.
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Brazil top group for 12th successive FIFA World Cup, reach Round of 32
Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 in Miami to top Group C and reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage. It is the 12th successive World Cup in which Brazil have finished top of their group. Vinicius Junior scored twice and Matheus Cunha netted once in the match. Morocco have also advanced to the knockout stage from Group C.
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08:17 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 in Miami to top Group C and reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage. It is the 12th successive World Cup in which Brazil have finished top of their group. Vinicius Junior scored twice and Matheus Cunha netted once in the match. Morocco have also advanced to the knockout stage from Group C.
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Javed Akhtar calls MEA's 'passport not citizenship proof' rule 'absurd'; raises doubts
Writer-lyricist and ex-Rajya Sabha MP Javed Akhtar called MEA's clarification that a passport is a travel document, not a proof of citizenship, "absurd". "So...are they providing this travel document to some people without being totally convinced that this person is an Indian citizen?" he said. How, in this case, does the system differentiate between fake and genuine citizens, he added.
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08:43 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Writer-lyricist and ex-Rajya Sabha MP Javed Akhtar called MEA's clarification that a passport is a travel document, not a proof of citizenship, "absurd". "So...are they providing this travel document to some people without being totally convinced that this person is an Indian citizen?" he said. How, in this case, does the system differentiate between fake and genuine citizens, he added.
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Ancient hidden city found untouched after 1,000 years in Mexican jungle
Archaeologists have found a hidden Mayan city in Mexico that has remained untouched for more than 1,000 years. The site dotted with monuments, pyramids and palaces deep inside the dense jungles of Campeche has been named Minanbé. The Mayan lowlands were home to nearly 11 million people during the Late Classic period (600 to 900 AD).
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08:38 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Archaeologists have found a hidden Mayan city in Mexico that has remained untouched for more than 1,000 years. The site dotted with monuments, pyramids and palaces deep inside the dense jungles of Campeche has been named Minanbé. The Mayan lowlands were home to nearly 11 million people during the Late Classic period (600 to 900 AD).
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India cricketer Akash Deep marries Akshita Raj, shares pics
Team India fast bowler Akash Deep married Akshita Raj in Varanasi on Wednesday and shared pictures from the wedding on Instagram. "This beautiful wedding felt more like documenting two legends walking out for their forever innings. No retakes, just timing, trust and team spirit," he captioned his post. Several cricketers, including Suryakumar Yadav and Kuldeep Yadav, congratulated the couple.
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08:37 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Team India fast bowler Akash Deep married Akshita Raj in Varanasi on Wednesday and shared pictures from the wedding on Instagram. "This beautiful wedding felt more like documenting two legends walking out for their forever innings. No retakes, just timing, trust and team spirit," he captioned his post. Several cricketers, including Suryakumar Yadav and Kuldeep Yadav, congratulated the couple.
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Labs where alleged fake report on Punjab CM's video was made don't exist: Report
Two labs where the alleged fake forensic report on the purported video featuring Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann was prepared don't exist, the Indian Express reported. The 'Cyberyaan Lab' in Delhi's Tilak Nagar is a training centre where people are taught about cybersecurity. The location of the other lab, 'Cipher Sentinel Lab', has a private residence of one of the accused.
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08:36 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Two labs where the alleged fake forensic report on the purported video featuring Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann was prepared don't exist, the Indian Express reported. The 'Cyberyaan Lab' in Delhi's Tilak Nagar is a training centre where people are taught about cybersecurity. The location of the other lab, 'Cipher Sentinel Lab', has a private residence of one of the accused.
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Oil prices decline further as Strait of Hormuz traffic improves
Oil prices extended their decline on Thursday, moving closer to pre-war levels as stranded tankers exited the Strait of Hormuz after an initial accord to end the US-Israeli war with Iran eased supply concerns. Prompt-month Brent crude futures for August delivery fell 0.54% to $73.34 a barrel. Meanwhile, US West Texas Intermediate slipped 0.38% to $70.07 a barrel.
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08:59 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Oil prices extended their decline on Thursday, moving closer to pre-war levels as stranded tankers exited the Strait of Hormuz after an initial accord to end the US-Israeli war with Iran eased supply concerns. Prompt-month Brent crude futures for August delivery fell 0.54% to $73.34 a barrel. Meanwhile, US West Texas Intermediate slipped 0.38% to $70.07 a barrel.
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Trump clashes with Senator Cassidy over Iran war, calls him 'lunatic' as both trade shouts
US President Donald Trump and Republican Senator Bill Cassidy clashed over the handling of the Iran war during a closed-door lunch meeting with GOP senators on Wednesday, CNN reported. Trump, visibly angry, raised his voice during the exchange, while Cassidy shouted back. Trump told Cassidy to sit down, but the senator refused, after which the President called Cassidy a "lunatic".
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08:58 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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US President Donald Trump and Republican Senator Bill Cassidy clashed over the handling of the Iran war during a closed-door lunch meeting with GOP senators on Wednesday, CNN reported. Trump, visibly angry, raised his voice during the exchange, while Cassidy shouted back. Trump told Cassidy to sit down, but the senator refused, after which the President called Cassidy a "lunatic".
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08:58 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Japan
An earthquake of 7.2 magnitude struck Japan's northeast coast on Thursday, with several videos showing its impact. Authorities said no injuries were reported and no tsunami warning was issued after the earthquake. Japan's government has set up an emergency team to gather information on the earthquake and is ready for disaster relief operations. Some trains were halted after the earthquake.
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08:56 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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An earthquake of 7.2 magnitude struck Japan's northeast coast on Thursday, with several videos showing its impact. Authorities said no injuries were reported and no tsunami warning was issued after the earthquake. Japan's government has set up an emergency team to gather information on the earthquake and is ready for disaster relief operations. Some trains were halted after the earthquake.
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Venezuela declares emergency after 2 powerful earthquakes hit country
A state of emergency was declared in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck the country on Wednesday evening. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez did not provide details on deaths or injuries. Images on social media showed collapsed multi-storeyed buildings, while Venezuela's main international airport suffered major damage and was forced to shut operations.
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09:10 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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A state of emergency was declared in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck the country on Wednesday evening. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez did not provide details on deaths or injuries. Images on social media showed collapsed multi-storeyed buildings, while Venezuela's main international airport suffered major damage and was forced to shut operations.
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Clear ₹2,500 challans on your car: BJP to Priyank Kharge on '50% discount' scheme
After Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge announced a 50% discount on all pending traffic challans in the state, the state BJP unit suggested that he avail the discount himself and clear his dues. "Your vehicle, KA42 GA 0099, has...four pending challans totalling ₹2,500," it said, sharing the proof. "Do seatbelts and speed limits...not apply to you, Mr Kharge?" it added.
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09:10 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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After Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge announced a 50% discount on all pending traffic challans in the state, the state BJP unit suggested that he avail the discount himself and clear his dues. "Your vehicle, KA42 GA 0099, has...four pending challans totalling ₹2,500," it said, sharing the proof. "Do seatbelts and speed limits...not apply to you, Mr Kharge?" it added.
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Rahul Gandhi tenders apology in court over remarks against Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's son
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has filed an application before the Madhya Pradesh High Court expressing regret for his defamatory statement about Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's son Kartikey Singh. Kartikey had filed a defamation case against Rahul for falsely linking him to Panama Papers leak scandal in 2018. Rahul told court that he mistakenly took Kartikey's name due to confusion.
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09:08 am Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has filed an application before the Madhya Pradesh High Court expressing regret for his defamatory statement about Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's son Kartikey Singh. Kartikey had filed a defamation case against Rahul for falsely linking him to Panama Papers leak scandal in 2018. Rahul told court that he mistakenly took Kartikey's name due to confusion.
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