Sam Pepper (Image via Getty)

Sam Pepper is once again facing severe backlash online and this time it’s because of a short clip from his livestream. On April 3, 2026, a 16-second video was shared on Reddit in which he was holding his pet squirrel, Potato, and yelling at it. The clip spread quickly and many viewers were not happy with what they saw.The video was posted by a user on the r/LivestreamFair subreddit with the title, “Sam abusing animals on paper kick.” In the clip, Sam Pepper can be heard saying, “Hey! I told you three times! Stop it, or I’ll put you in a cage! Don’t cut off my camera!” The moment has now sparked widespread discussion online, with many users questioning his behaviour.

Sam defends pepper action as Reddit users criticize treatment of pet squirrel Potato

As the clip spread, many Reddit users shared their thoughts in the comments. A large number of people felt that the way Sam Pepper handled the situation was inappropriate. Some users said that the reaction seemed too aggressive for a small animal.One user wrote, “Is Kik cursed or something? What the hell makes all their streamers a bunch of animal abusers?” Another said, “Snatching a squirrel and yelling at it like it understands you is not what I expected.” A separate comment read, “Just holding a small animal and yelling at it like that is not appropriate behavior.”The discussion grew and more people joined in. Another user shared, “If you treat animals poorly you are a bad person. This rule has always been true.” These reactions show how strongly viewers felt after watching the clip.Later the same day, Sam Pepper addressed the situation during his livestream. He hit back at the criticism and said people were misunderstanding the moment. “Someone paid this account to post hateful clips about me. They’ve gone this far,” he claimed.He also clarified his stand by saying, “It’s just discipline. He’s fine. I’m holding him securely, and I’m telling him not to do anything so he doesn’t do it again.” According to him, he takes great care of his pet. He said, “I love potatoes.” I am very sensitive.”Even after his answer the conversation did not slow down. Many viewers continued to question whether his actions were justified.This is not the first time that Sam Pepper has come into limelight. On December 13, 2025, he made headlines after asking Kik to delete his channel following an incident where a girl’s eye was injured due to a firework. That past situation is now being mentioned again as people are discussing their latest controversy.

देश के वीर सपूत शहीद राजकुमार यादव को उनकी पांचवीं पुण्य तिथि पर अयोध्या में श्रद्धांजलि दी गई. रानोपाली स्थित उनके आवास पर उनकी प्रतिमा का भव्य अनावरण किया गया. इस मौके पर सीआरपीएफ के वरिष्ठ अधिकारी, स्थानीय नेता और बड़ी संख्या में लोग मौजूद थे. कार्यक्रम का माहौल भावुक था, जहां सभी ने शहीद के बलिदान को याद किया. यह आयोजन साल 2021 में नक्सलियों से मुठभेड़ के दौरान शहीद हुए राजकुमार यादव की याद में आयोजित किया गया था, जिसमें उनके परिवार की भावनाएं भी सामने आईं.

प्रतिमा के अनावरण के लिए जुटे अधिकारी और लोग
अयोध्या के रानोपाली इलाके में शहीद राजकुमार यादव की प्रतिमा का अनावरण किया गया. इस कार्यक्रम में सीआरपीएफ आईजी अनिल कुमार मुख्य अतिथि के तौर पर शामिल हुए. उनके साथ कई सैनिक और स्थानीय नागरिक भी मौजूद थे. सभी ने शहीद की प्रतिमा पर पुष्प अर्पित कर उन्हें श्रद्धांजलि दी और उनके बलिदान को नमन किया।

नक्सली मुठभेड़ में राजकुमार यादव शहीद हो गये
3 अप्रैल 2021 को नक्सलियों से मुठभेड़ में राजकुमार यादव शहीद हो गए। उन्होंने देश की रक्षा करते हुए अपने प्राण न्यौछावर कर दिए। लोगों ने उनकी वीरता और समर्पण को याद करते हुए कहा कि ऐसे वीर सपूत देश का गौरव हैं.

आईजी अनिल कुमार ने अपनी भावनाएं व्यक्त कीं
कार्यक्रम के दौरान आईजी अनिल कुमार ने कहा कि यह क्षण बेहद भावुक करने वाला है. उन्होंने कहा कि शहीद राजकुमार यादव के बलिदान को देश हमेशा याद रखेगा. उनका साहस और कर्तव्य के प्रति समर्पण भावी पीढ़ियों को प्रेरित करता रहेगा।

परिवार का दर्द भी सामने आया
इस दौरान शहीद की पत्नी ज्ञानमती काफी भावुक नजर आईं. उन्होंने सरकार पर आरोप लगाया कि अब तक उनके परिवार के किसी भी सदस्य को नौकरी नहीं दी गयी है. उन्होंने अपनी मांग रखते हुए न्याय की गुहार लगाई.

राजनीतिक एवं सामाजिक लोगों की उपस्थिति
श्रद्धांजलि कार्यक्रम में समाजवादी पार्टी के नेता पवन पांडे भी शामिल हुए. इसके अलावा बड़ी संख्या में स्थानीय लोग और सीआरपीएफ के जवान मौजूद थे. सभी ने एक स्वर में शहीद को सलाम किया और उनके बलिदान को याद किया.

Fact Check: Are FaZe Banks and Kendall Jenner Dating? Viral photo remains a topic of discussion after reportedly being seen (Image via Getty)

FaZe Banks and Kendall Jenner are trending online after a viral post claimed they were secretly dating. When people saw a picture showing the two of them together, they started spreading rumors. The truth of the claim exists alongside evidence that proves its falsity. The image that created excitement has been altered through AI technology. The public saw a fake image that showed FaZe Banks and Kendall Jenner together as a couple. The original post, which was shared on X by a user named arsmidt, clearly states that the image was altered. This rumor sounds exciting at first, but it lacks any real supporting evidence.

The viral photo shows FaZe Banks standing next to a woman, but the woman in the original photo was not Kendall Jenner. The person used artificial intelligence tools to alter the photo and replaced Kendall Jenner’s face with the woman’s original face. The altered image quickly spread, giving the false impression that the two men were spending a moment together.The original source of this claim comes from a post on X, where the user clearly wrote that the image has been tampered with. Still, people on the internet shared the content without verifying all the actual details. In this way the rumor gained momentum.There have been no public views, no statements, and no actual evidence linking Faze Banks and Kendall Jenner in any romantic way. Right now, it is just a case of spreading misinformation through edited content.

Richard Bengtsson, better known as FaZe Banks, became an Internet celebrity who co-founded FaZe Clan. He rose to fame through his gaming videos before entering the world of influencer culture. He previously dated Alissa Violet in an open relationship. The couple separated three years ago and Banks has kept her personal life a secret since then.Kendall Jenner is a global model and part of the Kardashian-Jenner family. She has been involved in several high-profile relationships over the years. Most recently, she has been linked to Bad Bunny and before that, NBA star Devin Booker. However, her current relationship status has not been officially confirmed. As of now, there is no known link between FaZe Banks and Kendall Jenner other than this edited viral image.

नैनीताल जिले में करीब 3.50 लाख उपभोक्ता हैं। 16 से अधिक एजेंसियों के माध्यम से उन तक गैस पहुंचाई जा रही है। वर्तमान में रसोई गैस का बैकलॉग 25 हजार के आसपास है, जबकि केवल सरस मार्केट, हल्द्वानी स्थित इंडेन एजेंसी का एक दिन का बैकलॉग सात हजार है। एजेंसी से जुड़े उपभोक्ता गैस के लिए इधर-उधर भटक रहे हैं, लेकिन जिन लोगों ने 10 दिन से अधिक की बुकिंग करायी है, उन्हें सिलेंडर नहीं मिल पा रहा है.

ठेकेदार के कर्मचारियों पर मनमानी का आरोप लगाया

गुड फ्राइडे की छुट्टी के बावजूद शुक्रवार को गैस एजेंसियां ​​खुली रहीं और लोग सिलेंडर लेने के लिए जद्दोजहद करते दिखे। नीलियम कॉलोनी इलाके में लोग इंडेन गैस वाहन का इंतजार करते रहे लेकिन सिलेंडर नहीं मिला। लोगों के मुताबिक होम डिलीवरी ठेकेदार के कर्मचारी मनमाने तरीके से सिलेंडर बांट रहे हैं।

तत्काल बुकिंग के कारण बैकलॉग बढ़ रहा है

लोग गैस सिलेंडर की डिलीवरी के बाद ही बुकिंग करा रहे हैं। इससे बैकलॉग कम नहीं हो रहा है। प्रशासन के मुताबिक इंडेन एजेंसी प्रबंधकों को सख्ती से डिलीवरी करने के निर्देश दिए गए हैं।

इंडेन गैस वितरण के लिए फर्स्ट इन और फर्स्ट आउट के तहत काम करने का निर्देश दिया गया है. अब एजेंसी की ओर से नाम पर्ची के साथ सिलेंडर भेजने की व्यवस्था की गई है। -विवेक राय, एडीएम नैनीताल

अवकाश के बावजूद इंडेन, भारत और एचपी कंपनियों के सिलेंडर बांटे गए। 2 अप्रैल को 7680 घरेलू सिलेंडर प्राप्त हुए तथा 270 व्यावसायिक सिलेंडरों की आपूर्ति की गई। पांच किलो के 78 सिलेंडर भी बांटे गए। -मनोज वर्मा, जिला पूर्ति अधिकारी

प्रदर्शन के बाद भी सिलेंडर नहीं पहुंचे

शुक्रवार देर शाम तक इंतजार के बाद भी हल्द्वानी के बिठोरिया नंबर एक स्थित देवकीबिहार कॉलोनी में इंडेन गैस सिलेंडर नहीं पहुंचे। बुकिंग के 20 दिन बाद भी सिलेंडर नहीं मिलने से लोग नाराज हैं। इस मुद्दे पर क्षेत्र के लोग आज शनिवार को बैठक करेंगे. कॉलोनी निवासी पीएस रावत ने बताया कि उन्होंने 13 मार्च और रमेश चंद्र पांडे ने 14 मार्च को गैस बुक कराई थी। आज तक उन्हें सिलेंडर नहीं मिला है. ग्रामीणों ने गुरुवार को सिटी मजिस्ट्रेट कार्यालय पर प्रदर्शन भी किया था।

आज यहां गैस का वितरण किया जाएगा

भगवानपुर, ब्लॉक, सरस्वती विहार, राधा विहार, कठघरिया, हिम्मतपुर मल्ला व तल्ला, बाजार, अंबेडकर नगर, पनियाली, जीतपुर नेगी, बैदापोखरा, लामाचौड़, हल्दूचौड़, नवीन मंडी, काठगोदाम, हैड़ाखान, पॉलीशिट, सुभाषनगर, आवास विकास, चौफुला चौराहा, रानीबाग, शीशमहल, रामपुर रोड, कुसुमखेड़ा, गैस गोदाम। रोड, नवाबी रोड, नैनीताल रोड, आदर्शनगर, आजादनगर, लालडांठ।

A spectacular drone display over Belfast has attracted global attention after recreating the outline of the historic RMS Titanic in the night sky. According to reports and widely shared footage, around 950 drones were used to create the glowing silhouette of the ship above Belfast Harbour. The event took place on April 2, which coincides with the significant moment in 1912 when the Titanic left the city’s shipyard for sea trials. History and technology combine in a carefully timed tribute that serves as a stark reminder of the ship’s enduring legacy.

A Tribute Based on the History of the Titanic

The drone show was synchronized with an important date in the Titanic story. On April 2, 1912, after the ship’s construction was completed she departed from Belfast, marking the beginning of her maiden voyage. By recreating the ship in the sky on the same date, organizers aimed to symbolically “return” the Titanic to the place where it was built.It is being told that this performance is part of the BBC’s “Made of Here” campaign, which highlights the creative and cultural identity of Northern Ireland.Hundreds of synchronized drones were used in the large-scale construction to explore the Titanic’s structure in detail. Illuminated displays highlighted the ship’s long hull and its four funnels, while subtle lighting effects created the illusion of movement across the water.The precision of the drones allowed the structure to appear almost lifelike, with reflections on the harbor adding to the illusion. The result was a floating, glowing design that blended historical imagery with modern technology.

Why was the show kept hidden?

Reports suggest that the event was not widely announced in advance. Large drone displays require strict security measures, especially in busy urban or coastal areas. Limiting advance publicity likely helped organizers control crowds and ensure safe operations.The element of surprise also contributed to the viral effect of the spectacle, as many viewers unexpectedly encountered the performance and shared it online.

Reactions: Reflection mixed with astonishment

The footage quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing a variety of reactions. Many viewers praised the creativity and scale of the display, calling it a powerful tribute to one of the most famous ships in history.At the same time, some people found the imagery horrifying, given the tragic legacy of the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The contradiction between the beauty of the display and the fate of the ship added an emotional dimension to the event.

The lasting connection between Belfast and the Titanic

More than a century later, the Titanic remains deeply linked to Belfast. Attractions such as Titanic Belfast attract visitors and tell the story of the ship’s construction and legacy.The drone show demonstrates how that connection is being reimagined through modern storytelling, using technology to bring history to life in new ways.

College basketball coach faces criticism after Final Four incident with rival coach, apologizes for heated on-court argument (Image via Getty)

Geno Auriemma has been the center of attention, but not for basketball. The University of Connecticut women’s head coach has apologized after a heated exchange with Dawn Staley during the Final Four game against the University of South Carolina. The incident occurred just before the final buzzer when both coaches came forward to shake hands. Instead of a normal exchange, the moment immediately turned tense, with both coaches raising their voices before staff members moved on. Immediately after the game, Auriemma admitted that he had gone too far. He said his actions did not match his team’s standards and took away from South Carolina’s strong performance. The moment quickly spread online and on TV, drawing heavy criticism. What was supposed to be about the game turned into his reaction and became the biggest talking point of the night.

Geno Auriemma and Don Staley clash after the buzzer, UConn coach clarifies handshake issue and apologizes

The situation began late in the game when Geno Auriemma and Don Staley met near the court. What should have been a quick handshake turned into a heated argument. Both of them started speaking loudly and the officers had to separate them. Auriemma then left without greeting the rest of the South Carolina team.He later shared a candid apology. He said, “There are no excuses for how I handled the end of the game versus South Carolina. It’s different from what I do and what our standard is here in Connecticut. I want to apologize to the staff and the team at South Carolina. The way I reacted was unnecessary.”He also said, “The story should be about how well South Carolina played, and I don’t want my actions to take away from that.”After the game, Auriemma explained why he was upset. He believed that Don Staley did not follow the normal handshake before the game. “The protocol is, before the game, you meet at halfcourt… I waited there for about three minutes,” he said. But ESPN replays showed that Staley came and greeted the UConn staff, including Auriemma, before the game.

Analysts criticize Geno Auriemma’s behavior as South Carolina defeats UConn despite Sarah’s strong effort and shooting struggles

The response came immediately. On ESPN, analyst Chiney Ogwumike said, “His behavior doesn’t sit well with me. I actually find it quite problematic.” Another analyst, Andrea Carter, said, “This was all very poorly handled on Geno’s part. Like, it’s surprisingly so, actually.” During the game, Auriemma had already shown frustration. In an interview with ESPN’s Holly Rowe, he questioned the officiating and said, “I’m not making any excuses… but it’s ridiculous.On the court, UConn struggled to score. Sarah Strong, Azie Fudd and Ashlyn Shedd combined to shoot 12 of 42. The team made only 6 of 21 three-point attempts. Nevertheless, UConn stayed close and reduced the lead to one possession twice in the fourth quarter. But they could not control. South Carolina held on and ended UConn’s perfect season. Now, Don Staley’s team moves forward. South Carolina will face the UCLA Bruins in the national championship game.

New Delhi: Most men in their thirties do not see heart disease as a real threat. New research suggests this may be exactly when it starts.A large, long-term study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that by the mid-30s, men’s risk of heart disease begins to increase faster than women’s — years before any warning signs appear. After tracking more than 5,000 adults over three decades, researchers found a clear divergence around age 35, after which the risk rises sharply in men and remains higher through midlife.Heart disease rates in men reached 5% about seven years earlier than women. The difference was even wider for coronary heart disease, where the risk appeared more than a decade earlier, pointing to early damage in the blood vessels. Notably, the difference persisted even after taking into account factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity and physical activity.Experts say this reflects growing concern in India. Dr Ambuj Roy, professor of cardiology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, said heart disease can no longer be seen as a middle-age condition. “Risk factors now start appearing as early as the age of 30 and since Indians develop cardiovascular diseases earlier, screening for diabetes, hypertension and abnormal lipids should start early,” he said.Experts also caution that findings based on Western countries may underestimate the risks in the Indian population. Dr. Mohit Gupta of Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research said that cardiovascular risk is often detected earlier in South Asian people. While men develop coronary disease early, in women the risk increases rapidly after menopause and often goes undetected. “The main message is not about men versus women, but about missed prevention,” he said, calling for screening and risk awareness to begin in the thirties or earlier.Current screening guidelines generally focus on people age 40 and older.For women, the pattern is different – ​​the risk is lower in early adulthood followed by a sharp increase after menopause, with the difference diminishing over time.

उत्तर प्रदेश के मुरादाबाद जिले से एक बेहद दर्दनाक और चौंकाने वाली घटना सामने आई है, जिसने पूरे इलाके को झकझोर कर रख दिया है. कटघर कोतवाली क्षेत्र के रहमत नगर में महिला की संदिग्ध मौत के बाद परिजनों ने ससुराल वालों पर गंभीर आरोप लगाए हैं। उसके माता-पिता का कहना है कि दहेज की मांग पूरी न होने पर महिला की हत्या कर दी गई। घटना से पहले पीड़िता ने अपने भाई को फोन कर खतरे की आशंका जताई थी. इस मामले में पुलिस ने त्वरित कार्रवाई करते हुए मुख्य आरोपी पति को गिरफ्तार कर लिया है.

भाई ने बताई आखिरी बातचीत की दर्दभरी कहानी
मृतक के भाई फैजल जमाल ने बताया कि उसकी बहन जिकारा ने मौत से कुछ घंटे पहले फोन किया था. उसने रोते हुए कहा कि उसके ससुरालवाले उसे दहेज के लिए प्रताड़ित कर रहे थे. उसने धमकी दी थी कि “कल तुम्हारे परिवार को एक सरप्राइज दूंगा।” उस समय परिवार को अंदाज़ा नहीं था कि ये “आश्चर्य” इतना भयानक होगा.

शादी के बाद से ही उत्पीड़न हो रहा था
फैजल के मुताबिक, जिक्रा की शादी 7 फरवरी 2025 को अनस अली से हुई थी। शादी के बाद से ही उसे दहेज के लिए मानसिक और शारीरिक रूप से प्रताड़ित किया जा रहा था। पति के अलावा देवर अरशद, ससुर अकरम, सास शाहीन और ननद जैनब भी उस पर दबाव बनाते थे। कई बार दोनों परिवारों के बीच बैठकर मामले को सुलझाने की कोशिश की गई, लेकिन कोई समाधान नहीं निकला.

गर्दन पर निशान, हत्या की आशंका प्रबल
घटना की रात जिकरा ने डर के माहौल में अपने मायके फोन कर कहा था कि उसकी जान को खतरा है. अगली सुबह पड़ोसियों से सूचना मिली कि उसकी मौत हो गयी है. परिजन मौके पर पहुंचे तो उसका शव घर में पड़ा मिला। गर्दन पर दबाए जाने के निशान थे, जिससे हत्या का संदेह गहरा गया।

पुलिस की कार्रवाई और जांच जारी है
मामले की गंभीरता को देखते हुए पुलिस ने फॉरेंसिक टीम की मदद से जांच शुरू की. पोस्टमार्टम रिपोर्ट के आधार पर कार्रवाई करते हुए पति अनस अली को गिरफ्तार कर जेल भेज दिया गया है. मृतक के भाई की शिकायत पर कुल छह लोगों के खिलाफ मामला दर्ज किया गया है. पुलिस का कहना है कि यह हत्या किसी साजिश के तहत की गई होगी और बाकी आरोपियों की तलाश जारी है.

A Canadian family living in Massachusetts has been stranded for weeks after being denied re-entry into the US following a short ski trip to Quebec.Michael Freese, his wife Cynthya and their three young children traveled to Canada in March in hopes of returning to a routine home on Martha’s Vineyard. Instead, they are stuck in Ottawa, living at a rented property in Kanata after US border officials refused to allow them back into the country.Freeze told the Daily Mail that he was twice refused by US Border Patrol officers when attempting to renew his TN visa, a permit that allows some Canadian and Mexican professionals to work in the United States under the USMCA trade agreement.The visa is typically issued for up to three years and can be renewed, but applicants must leave the US before its expiration and reapply at the border. Sanction is at the discretion of the officer reviewing the case.Freeze works as a management consultant for a company that builds luxury homes. He said officials questioned whether his job still met the eligibility criteria.Freeze said: “In the past, they were a little more lenient on those things [work] Categories eligible. Just imagine they have become less generous.”He first attempted to re-enter the US through a border crossing in Quebec, but was refused citing that his role did not qualify under the TN visa category. He tried again the next day at a checkpoint in Ontario with updated documents, but was once again denied entry.“Three years ago when I got my visa, I think they said, ‘This is a guy who is doing honest work and trying to grow the economy,'” Freeze said. He said: “Now that has changed, and although it’s disappointing to me…I don’t think CBP did anything wrong. They’re just trying to do their job.”Freese believes this decision may also be related to additional responsibilities in his role that go beyond strict management consulting. He said an official mentioned that the list of eligible businesses was recently updated.The family traveled to Canada partly because Freeze needed to take their passports with them for the renewal process. He combined this requirement with a short vacation.Freeze has lived in the United States for seven years. After graduating from Brigham Young University–Idaho, he initially went on a temporary visa before securing a three-year TN visa, which he expected to renew without difficulty.Now separated from his home and job in Edgartown, he is exploring legal options to return. Also, they have started applying for new roles that fit more clearly into the TN visa guidelines.According to US State Department data, more than 15,000 TN visas were issued to professionals from Canada and Mexico in 2024.