December 19, 2025

Sekkipatti's Odungakudiyar Bull Symbolizes 300-Year-Old Religious Harmony in Tamil Nadu

In Sekkipatti village, the Odungakudiyar temple bull is a local legend linked to centuries of peaceful coexistence. Hindus and Muslims share festivals, prayers, and traditions, keeping religious harmony alive around jallikattu events.

December 19, 2025

The Exclusive Pari Nagaswaram That Inspired Tamil Hit Thillana Mohanambal

The Tamil hit Thillana Mohanambal features a unique challenge involving the rare Pari nagaswaram, an ancient instrument played only at Tiruvarur's Thyagarajaswamy Temple by a 23rd-generation family.

December 19, 2025

Arrest Warrant Out for Brown University Shooting Suspect; FBI Offers $50,000 Reward

Providence police issued an arrest warrant for the suspect in the Brown University mass shooting that killed two and injured nine. The search continues in Salem, NH, with a rental car linked to the suspect found. The FBI offers a $50,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest.

December 19, 2025

Queensland Extends Ban on Puberty Blockers for Youth Until 2031

Queensland will continue pausing puberty blockers and hormone treatments for new young patients with gender dysphoria until 2031, pending a UK clinical trial. The decision follows a review supporting individual assessment but cites limited evidence. Existing patients remain unaffected. Critics warn the timing risks vulnerable youths' wellbeing.

December 19, 2025

Top 10 Must-Read Fiction Books of 2025 Revealed

Discover the 10 standout fiction books of 2025, from gripping thrillers and intimate sagas to vivid explorations of identity and history. Writers like Salman Rushdie, Kiran Desai, and John Banville shine in this diverse literary lineup.