East Peoria orders one-mile evacuation after bomb threat at BioUrja Renewables plant in Illinois

Police ordered a mandatory evacuation within a one-mile radius of BioUrja Renewables in Peoria, Illinois, after a bomb threat and suspicious package prompted an investigation at the ethanol and alcohol production plant. Authorities told residents and businesses in parts of Peoria and neighbouring East Peoria to leave immediately while officers searched the facility for safety.

India's unfinished battle for diabetes care

India’s cheaper semaglutide has boosted sales, but it has not solved diabetes’ access problem: newer drugs mainly reach urban, wealthier patients, while many people are undiagnosed or lack treatment. Researchers urge screening, steady supplies of metformin and statins, and evidence-based access to newer medicines, arguing that empty shelves—not costly injections—are the bigger story.

6 Night creams for softer, smoother skin: Wake up to hydrated and nourished skin

Six nighttime creams suit oily, dry and combination skin, spanning lightweight gels, gel-creams and retinol formulas targeting hydration, fine lines and uneven texture. Choose by skin type and tolerance, looking for glycerin, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide or peptides; introduce retinol gradually and use sunscreen. Night creams replenish moisture and support the skin barrier after exposure.

Mckenna Grace brings Mockingjays to The Hunger Games Sunrise on the Reaping fan event in Mexico

Mckenna Grace stunned at a Mexico City event promoting *The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping* in a sculptural champagne ALmée Couture gown. Its plunging beaded neckline, Mockingjay-inspired shoulder ornaments, floral hip bloom, high slit and sweeping train showcased exceptional craftsmanship. Heels and diamond jewelry completed her look; the film reaches U.S. theaters November 20, 2026.

‘Introspect on your own prejudices’: Indian ambassador on USCIRF’s Sharjeel Imam post

India’s ambassador Vinay Kwatra rebuked USCIRF for commenting on jailed activist Sharjeel Imam, saying the commission has “no locus standi” to judge Indian citizens’ constitutional rights and accusing it of partisan, ill-informed assessments. His response followed repeated USCIRF criticism of India’s religious-freedom record. The congressional body has urged sanctions and policy conditions, recommendations that are nonbinding.

Sidhu Moose Wala's parents claim music label released Phantom song without authorisation

Sidhu Moose Wala’s parents accuse Saga Music of releasing “Phantom” without consent and say they are taking legal action to protect his legacy. They say the label ignored requests to pause the release and consult them, urging artists and producers to coordinate with the family. The dispute follows earlier objections over his recordings, leaks and royalties.

FIR registered against Kangana Ranaut for ‘highly inflammatory’ social media posts on Gandhi family

Himachal Pradesh Police registered an FIR against BJP MP Kangana Ranaut after a Shimla resident alleged her posts about the Gandhi family made inflammatory insinuations about the deaths of Indira, Sanjay and Rajiv Gandhi. Police said investigations would follow; the case invokes three Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections, amid allegations the posts could incite hostility and disturb public tranquillity.

Warner alleges CA never investigated Starc, Lyon and Hazlewood in sandpapergate row

Warner accused Cricket Australia of a “cover-up” over its 2018 Cape Town ball-tampering inquiry, saying bowlers Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon were not interviewed, weakening claims they knew nothing. He publicly backed Khawaja’s account, while Pat Cummins called all allegations “complete and utter nonsense” and denied an earlier incident. Warner, Smith and Bancroft were suspended.

California restaurant removes sign marking Nvidia’s founding after Jensen Huang exit

Denny’s restaurant removed its Nvidia-founding sign days after Jensen Huang reportedly resigned as CEO amid allegations over personal relationships and a woman suspected of Chinese-intelligence ties. Staff confirmed its disappearance, but the diner gave no explanation. Installed in 2023 above the booth where Nvidia’s founders discussed launching the company in 1993, it honored the chipmaker’s origins.

SpaceX's massive Starship booster explodes before spacecraft soars into orbit

SpaceX’s 15th Starship test flight reached orbit and deployed 26 Starlink satellites, but its Super Heavy booster malfunctioned during return, aborting a catch and exploding in the Gulf of Mexico. The spacecraft should orbit Earth for 22 hours before returning to Texas. The flight advances reusable-rocket technology central to Musk’s ambitions and NASA’s Artemis lunar plans.

Anti-pollution teams in Delhi set to get 100 body cameras

Delhi plans to equip 100 Vayu Rakshak air-pollution enforcement teams with body-worn cameras to strengthen accountability and prevent lapses during inspections as air quality deteriorates, officials said Friday. Live footage will be accessible to officials at the Integrated Command and Control Centre, enabling real-time monitoring of field operations and action against pollution-control violations across Delhi.

Career & Finance Horoscope for November 14, 2026

Career and financial horoscopes urge zodiac signs to act thoughtfully, plan for stability, and avoid impulsive commitments, while collaboration, clear communication, and strategic choices may open opportunities. Some signs should reassess setbacks or habits; others can benefit from networking, recognition, and organization. Each forecast includes career advice and a crystal recommendation from tarot reader Kishori Sud.

Josh actor Sharad Kapoor wants to return to work after leg injury

Actor Sharad Kapoor, recovering from a leg injury sustained playing football in Barcelona, says he hopes to return to acting and seeks roles, not financial help. He is also emotional about temporarily parting with his four dogs, now cared for by YODA while he recovers. Best known as Prakash Sharma in *Josh*, Kapoor began acting in 1996.

Women’s safety panel at Delhi University to include union representatives

Delhi University has reconstituted its 13-member committee on safety and security for female students and employees, adding DUSU president Yash Dabas and secretary Riya Chhawdi for the first time, the university announced Friday. Chaired by proctor Manoj Kumar Singh, it will conduct routine checks and meet monthly to recommend changes addressing security lapses affecting women.

Senior neurosurgeon explains what your sleep pattern may reveal about stroke risk

Poor sleep patterns—particularly obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), fragmented sleep, and circadian disruption—may increase stroke risk by reducing oxygen and impairing the brain’s waste clearance, Dr Arun Shah warns. Chronic sleep problems can undermine memory, cognition, and functioning; excessive sleep is linked to cognitive impairment. Adults should aim for 7–9 hours, supporting brain health.

Sohail Khan on drastic weight loss transformation: I got food poisoning, was on medication

Sohail Khan clarified that his 5–7-kilogram weight loss during reality show *Alliance* resulted from food poisoning and doctors’ advice, not Ozempic or fat burners. He said he took medication, controlled his diet and recovered while continuing in the show, where restricted communication fueled online rumours. He added that his usual weight is 83–85 kilograms.

US air traffic control ‘incredibly old’, gave inconsistent data: Why FAA grounded flights

An aging FAA network overloaded Friday, triggering a nationwide ground stop and disrupting more than 10,000 flights. All departures halted for nearly four hours. Sean Duffy said switches and routers produced unreliable data and intermittent radar; officials found no evidence of an attack. It was the first stop since 2023 and the second since 9/11.

Ananya Panday just made the ‘micro dupatta’ the coolest festive trend

Ananya Panday refreshed dressing in a red Arpita Mehta lehenga, pairing colourful Kantha-style embroidery and a mirror-work bustier with a micro dupatta. The look’s appeal lies in its mix of traditional craft and modern proportions; recreate it with a statement skirt or blouse, jewellery, soft-glam makeup, and a lighter drape, and check fit and embellishment quality.

Best geysers for Indian homes in winter 2026: 10 models to consider

Indian households choosing a geyser for winter 2026 should match capacity to family size and prioritize a 5-star BEE rating, safety, pressure compatibility and warranty. Options range from 15-litre models to 25-litre units across brands including V-Guard, Bajaj, Crompton, Havells, Orient and Racold; most feature corrosion-resistant tanks, while model-specific buyer feedback remains largely unverified online.

UP shifts 38 IAS officers: 5 dists get new DMs, LDA new V-C

Uttar Pradesh transferred 38 IAS officers Friday, changing district magistrates in five districts and reshuffling officials across development authorities and bodies. Anuj Singh was appointed Lucknow Development Authority vice-chairman, while outgoing V-C Prathmesh Kumar becomes Sitapur DM. New DMs were named for Siddharthnagar, Maharajganj, Bijnor and Muzaffarnagar; postings also cover municipal services and development agencies.

Chandra Shekhar Azad’s CM pitch: Ambition, limited reach and the ‘B team’ perception

Chandra Shekhar Azad’s elevation as the AIMIM–Azad Samaj Party’s 2027 Uttar Pradesh chief ministerial face seeks to fill the BSP’s leadership vacuum with a Dalit-Muslim alternative, but faces “B-team” accusations and a BJP-SP duopoly. Neither party won Assembly seats in 2022; Azad’s 2024 Nagina victory offers promise, though their influence remains regional and statewide support untested.

Fresh snowfall in higher reaches of Himachal, police issue advisory

Fresh snowfall in Himachal Pradesh’s high-altitude districts triggered a cold wave, closed mountain roads and prompted police to warn against travel near Rohtang Pass. Sach Pass snowfall cut off Chamba’s Pangi valley, while Lahaul-Spiti routes shut; officials hope to reopen the pass within two to three days. Kukumseri recorded -2.4°C, and more snowfall is forecast before drier weather.

Kangana Ranaut booked for defamation over social media post targeting Sonia Gandhi

Shimla police booked BJP MP Kangana Ranaut for alleged defamation and promoting enmity after a resident complained about her November 10 Gandhi-family posts. The FIR cites BNS Sections 353, 356 and 196. The complainant says the posts linked family deaths to political developments, portrayed Sonia Gandhi as a “mysterious foreign national,” and sought cyber-forensic examination.

No place in Himachal for those selling chitta: Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu led an anti-chitta walkathon in Mandi on Friday, urging residents, particularly youth, to help make the state drug-free. He said the campaign requires public support alongside strict government action; authorities have demolished 22 properties on government land and seized assets worth ₹92 crore allegedly acquired through drug activity.

Mukhya Mantri Apna Parivar Sukhi Parivar Yojna: HP cabinet clears ₹1,500 monthly aid, 300 units free power for 3.5L women

Himachal Pradesh approved Mukhya Mantri Apna Parivar Sukhi Parivar Yojna, offering eligible women aged 18–59 ₹1,500 monthly and beneficiary families 300 free electricity units, reaching 3.5 lakh women. Cabinet decisions included a statewide sports-based drug-prevention campaign, water and energy policies, transport subsidies and cancellation of 222 stalled solar projects; surveys and gram sabhas validated recipients.

Friendships forged on the ground matter more than winning trophy, says Omar

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the 22nd All India Vice-Chancellors’ T20 Cricket Tournament 2026 at SKUAST-Jammu in Chatha on Friday, welcoming 24 university teams, including six from Jammu and Kashmir. He said the event recognizes university employees and fosters friendships beyond competition, urging players to accept victory and defeat equally. The national tournament runs November 13–23.

Daily wagers’ issue not taken up during J&K cabinet meeting

J&K’s cabinet left daily-wager regularisation off Friday’s agenda, as minister Javed Ahmed Rana blamed the territory’s dual-power system for workers’ hardships and government difficulties. Ministers considered land for the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau, promotions and electricity grids. More than 100,000 workers are registered; a chief-secretary-led committee is reviewing regularisation, which Omar Abdullah has pledged to begin this year.

Mirwaiz welcomes Wazas’ move to regulate wedding feast timings

After nearly two weeks of house detention, Kashmir’s chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq returned to Jama Masjid Friday and welcomed the Waza Association’s decision to end wedding feasts by 10pm, calling it a step toward simpler celebrations. He urged society to curb extravagance and spending that burden families, while criticizing restrictions on his religious duties.

Search on for Kulgam’s last active local militant

Security forces are searching Kulgam for Lashkar-e-Taiba militant Mohammed Lateef Bhat, identified by injured CRPF jawans as one of two attackers in Wednesday’s ambush near Mir Bazar that wounded three. CCTV captured their escape; police questioned 200 overground workers, then released them. Bhat, 22, has been sought since July’s attacks and carries a ₹15 lakh reward.

SC directs TN to explain delay in restoring smuggled idols, artefacts

The Supreme Court has ordered Tamil Nadu to explain delays in recovering and repatriating stolen temple idols, after the state reported just 29 returned from abroad in 12 years, while 75 traced artefacts remain overseas. By December 8, it must detail the status of 440 pending cases. Since 2012, the state says, it has recovered 1,745 idols and artefacts.