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A historic power plant in Savannah, Georgia, is being offered a fresh purpose through the Plant Riverside District, a large mixed-use redevelopment along the Savannah River. Established in 1912, the 225,000-square-foot masonry brick property is being adapted to accommodate a JW Marriott hotel, high-end retail spaces, food and beverage operations, rooftop bars, an art gallery and a live-music venue.

The astrological mood begins to change during the week of September 28 to October 4. Mercury moves into Scorpio on September 30, bringing a deeper tone to conversations and encouraging people to look beyond what is being said on the surface.

For millions of Americans, the 2026 midterm ballot could look different from the one they received two years ago. Their address may be exactly the same. Their polling place may also be unchanged. What could be different is the congressional district drawn around them. A Protect Democracy analysis estimates that about 34.8 million Americans were placed in different congressional districts between the 2024 and 2026 elections.

Bridgerton Season 5 will feature the story of Francesca Bridgerton and her queer romance with Michaela Stirling, who his her husband John Stirling's sister. In Season 4 fans witnessed an intimacy between them at John Stirlin's funeral

A Bengaluru father’s plan to surprise his daughter with a book nearly went awry after he accidentally left his handbag on a Vayu Vajra BMTC bus while travelling from Kempegowda International Airport to Hebbal. According to a TOI report, conductor Mohammed Rafi Biradar found the unattended bag, kept it safe and later returned it to Venkatesh Harthi, ensuring the father could still take home the gift and the special moment he had planned for his daughter.

U.S. midterm elections 2026 are happening after an unusual wave of mid-decade congressional redistricting changed House district boundaries in many states. A Protect Democracy analysis discovered that 34.8 million Americans, or around one in 10 people, currently live in a different congressional district than they did during the 2024 election cycle.

Bottle gourd, or lauki, may be an everyday vegetable, but its history and uses are far more fascinating than they seem. From being used as containers thousands of years ago and potentially travelling across oceans to serving as a resonating chamber in musical instruments, the humble gourd has played several roles beyond the kitchen. Its high water content, use in traditional desserts and an important safety warning about unusually bitter bottle gourd make these seven lesser-known facts worth knowing.

India's pursuit of a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council is bolstered by backing from four European nations. Acknowledged for its vast population and rising economic clout, India stands out despite its absence of veto power. In the ongoing 81st session of the UN General Assembly, significant support remains evident, as Pew surveys indicate India's favorable global perception even amidst discontent towards the UN from others.

India's pursuit of a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council is bolstered by backing from four European nations. Acknowledged for its vast population and rising economic clout, India stands out despite its absence of veto power. In the ongoing 81st session of the UN General Assembly, significant support remains evident, as Pew surveys indicate India's favorable global perception even amidst discontent towards the UN from others.

The Supreme Court has agreed to review the Centre's request for prospective application of its March 11 verdict. The verdict determined that parental income alone cannot exclude candidates from the OBC creamy-layer. The Centre seeks a two-year window to implement the court's ruling without disrupting current recruitment processes. Aishwarya Bhati argued that immediate application could lead to administrative chaos and affect candidates not involved in litigation.