A San Antonio library book checked out in 1943 travelled with one family for generations; 82 years later, it came back from Oregon with a note about the late fee

Some library books disappear for a few months. Others never make it back. But one copy of Your Child, His Family, and Friends took nearly 82 years to complete its journey home. According to the San Antonio Public Library, which announced the unusual return in August 2025, the book was checked out in July 1943…

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‘A long-time dream’: Nihal Sarin ‘excited’ but ‘not thinking about’ India’s Chess Olympiad title defence | Chess News

Nihal Sarin playing for American Gambits (GCL Photo) BENGALURU: The Chess Olympiad is already on Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin’s mind, but not quite yet. With India preparing to defend its Open title in Samarkand, Uzbekistan later this month, Nihal is excited about representing the country at the Olympiad. For now, though, the 22-year-old is keeping…

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After severe health scare, actor Rajesh Sharma clarifies he did not suffer insect bite on Prabhas’ film set in Hyderabad: ‘My diabetes was very high’ |

Actor Rajesh Sharma has clarified the circumstances surrounding his hospitalisation earlier this year, dismissing reports that he fell seriously ill after an insect bite on the sets of Prabhas’ film in Hyderabad. The actor revealed that he had been dealing with a skin condition on his right leg for a long time, which eventually worsened…

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Om Birla bats for women’s quota amid buzz over fresh govt push | India News

NEW DELHI: Amid buzz that govt may revive the women’s reservation bill for early implementation with delimitation, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Monday called 33% reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies a “historic need”, saying it would open new avenues for women in political leadership.“One-third reservation for women will open new avenues for…

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Blackstone in fray to acquire IIFL Fin stake

Blackstone Inc is among global investment firms in the fray to buy a stake in IIFL Finance, just as Fairfax Financial Holdings looks to exit from the company, according to people familiar with the matter.Fairfax, founded by Indian-born Canadian billionaire Prem Watsa, is weighing selling its entire holding in IIFL Finance to comply with regulatory…

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No trophies, no problem: Mbappé says his individual brilliance alone should win him the Ballon d’Or, and he’ll vote for himself | Football News

France’s Kylian Mbappe (10) walks off the pitch during the World Cup third-place playoff soccer match between France and England in Miami Gardens, Fla., Saturday, July 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Kylian Mbappé has made it clear he has no intention of playing down his chances of winning the Ballon d’Or.The Real Madrid striker believes…

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Kylie Jenner finally showcases her $15-million Hidden Hills dream home after 6 years; 5-acre estate features Italian-inspired interiors, spa, gym, sports court and rose garden | English Movie News

Kylie Jenner gives fans a glimpse inside her sprawling five-acre Hidden Hills dream home. (Photo: Instagram/Backgrid) Kylie Jenner has given fans a rare look inside the sprawling “dream house” she has been building for nearly six years, taking viewers through the Hidden Hills, California, property and revealing details of the Italian-inspired home she hopes to…

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