FILE – Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, left, and Alex Saab stand together during an event marking the anniversary of the 1958 coup that overthrew dictator Marcos Perez Jimenez in Caracas, Venezuela, on January 23, 2024. (AP Photo/File)

Venezuela has deported businessman Alex Saab, a close ally of former President Nicolas Maduro who faces multiple criminal investigations in the United States, in a dramatic reversal less than three years after he was pardoned by then-US President Joe Biden as part of a prisoner swap deal.Venezuelan immigration authorities announced the decision on Saturday, saying Saab’s removal was based on multiple ongoing criminal investigations in the US. Although the statement did not specify where Saab was sent, it referred to him only as a “Colombian citizen”, an apparent reference to Venezuelan laws that prohibit the extradition of Venezuelan citizens.Saab, 54, long considered Maduro’s “bag man” by US officials, could now become a key witness in cases involving Venezuela’s former leadership. Maduro himself is awaiting trial on drug charges in Manhattan after being captured in a US military raid in January.The deportation marks a sharp fall from grace for Saab, whose return to Venezuela in 2023 was celebrated by Maduro and senior officials as a diplomatic victory over Washington. Following his first arrest in Cape Verde in 2020 while refueling en route to Iran, Maduro and then-acting President Delcy Rodríguez claimed that Saab was a Venezuelan diplomat engaged in a humanitarian mission aimed at circumventing US sanctions.Rodriguez has distanced himself from SAB since taking power on January 3 following Maduro’s ouster. He removed him from his cabinet, stripped him of his role as liaison to foreign investors, and reportedly isolated him from the country’s political and business networks. For months rumors continued to spread that Saab was either under house arrest or in jail.His deportation is expected to deepen divisions within Venezuela’s ruling Chavista movement, which is named after former President Hugo Chávez. Rodriguez has sought closer engagement with Washington, including opening Venezuela’s oil and mining sectors to US investment, angering hardline allies who have long denounced the US as an “empire”.Those critics include Venezuelan Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello, one of the most influential figures in Venezuela’s security apparatus and himself the subject of criminal charges in the United States.In February, US federal prosecutors spent several months investigating Saab’s alleged role in a bribery conspiracy involving Venezuelan food import contracts. The investigation stems from a 2021 US Justice Department case against Saab’s longtime associate Alvaro Pulido.The investigation centers on the CLAP program, a government-run plan created under Maduro to distribute food items such as rice, corn flour and cooking oil during Venezuela’s economic collapse and hyperinflation crisis.According to the indictment, Saab, identified as “Co-conspirator 1”, allegedly helped establish a network of companies used to bribe pro-Maduro governors who awarded inflated food import contracts from Mexico.Saab first came under US scrutiny in 2020 after his arrest in Cape Verde while traveling on a private jet to Iran. His extradition to the US at the time was met with outrage by Maduro’s government, which insisted that he have diplomatic status.Rodríguez described Saab’s eventual return to Venezuela in 2023 as a “resounding victory” against the US campaign of “lies and threats”. However, many Republicans criticized Biden’s decision to pardon Saab. Senator Chuck Grassley wrote to then-Attorney General Merrick Garland, saying that history should “remember (Saab) as a predator of the vulnerable.”Biden’s pardon was limited to a 2019 indictment that alleged Saab and Pulido secured contracts through bribes to build low-income housing projects in Venezuela that were never completed. The pardon was part of a broader agreement under which Venezuela released imprisoned Americans and returned fugitive defense contractor Leonard Francis, widely known as “Fat Leonard.”Saab may now become an important witness for US authorities. Court filings and closed-door hearings revealed that he had secretly cooperated with the US Drug Enforcement Administration before his first arrest, helping investigators probe corruption inside Maduro’s inner circle. As part of that cooperation, Saab seized more than US$12 million linked to illicit business transactions.Saab’s Miami-based lawyer Neil Schuster declined to comment, while the US Justice Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

When it comes to eggs, they are often considered a superfood rich in protein and other essential nutrients. And eggs are helpful in many ways, from weight loss to increasing metabolism. And for those unaware, protein is the building block of the human body, helping to build, repair and maintain tissues. It forms the foundation of muscles, skin, hair, and even the enzymes and hormones that control major bodily functions. It acts like fuel that keeps you active and charged throughout the day. And thanks to e-commerce sites, eggs are now available at a click. However, food regulator Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has raised a growing concern, as it has received several complaints over poor quality eggs being sold through e-commerce sites. According to a PTI report, FSSAI has sought clarification from quick-commerce player Blinkit regarding consumer complaints about the sale of poor quality eggs on its platform.

what was the problem

Many consumers have complained about the foul smell and rubbery texture of the eggs, he said, adding that e-commerce companies are also responsible for the quality of products sold on their platforms.

What did FSSAI ask for?

According to PTI, FSSAI has taken ‘suo motu cognizance’ of customer complaints on social media platforms and on Friday wrote to Blink Commerce Pvt Ltd directing it to send a “comprehensive ATR (action taken report)” regarding these complaints within a week. In an advisory dated December 3, 2024, FSSAI had said, “Considering the growth of e-commerce in the food sector, compliance by e-commerce food business operators becomes important to ensure the safety, quality and authenticity of food products sold online.“Any product claim made on an e-commerce platform should be completely aligned with the information on the physical label of the product,” it said.

what’s more?

E-commerce FBOs (Food Business Operators) must have mechanisms in place to ensure that products listed on their platforms are in compliance with the FSS (Labeling and Display) Regulations, 2020. They should not list any food business operator (seller) on their platform without displaying their valid FSSAI license or registration.

How to maintain freshness of eggs?

According to FSSAI, eggs retain their freshness for 10-12 days after laying at room temperature (28±2°C), but at higher temperatures the shelf life will be reduced. The important factor in maintaining freshness of eggs is mainly temperature while humidity also affects it to some extent.It also says that when storing eggs in the refrigerator, placing them in designated shelves or egg cartons is the best way to maintain their freshness.To maintain egg freshness and performance, buy eggs from stores that keep them at cool temperatures or from stores that store them in well-ventilated covered areas that maintain ambient temperature.Consumers should strictly avoid handling eggs roughly and leaving them in hot vehicles or places where temperatures are extremely high. Keep the eggs in the refrigerator when you get home.

How to check egg quality at home

According to FSSAI YouTube video, one can easily test good quality eggs at home. And to do this, all you have to do is take a container filled with water, dip an egg in the container. Now observe the condition of the egg. If the egg is fresh then it will be placed at the bottom according to its width. If the egg is a little old, it will be placed on one end with the bottom down. And if the egg is rotten it will float on the surface. The video further explains that as the age of the egg increases, the air sac inside it becomes larger as water is lost and replaced with air. Thus, an old egg floats.

Importance of eggs in diet

According to experts, eating one egg daily can provide your body with 75-76 calories, 7-8 grams of protein, 5 grams of fat and 1.6 grams of saturated fat along with a lot of nutrients that not only help in building muscles and boosting immunity but also help in the regeneration of cells and tissues. According to experts, with more than 6 grams of protein per egg, it is the perfect choice to meet almost half of the recommended dietary intake for children and almost one-third of the recommended dietary intake for older children.

3 simple ways to enjoy eggs

Masala Egg Bhurji: This is one of the classic egg preparations, where fried eggs are cooked with onions, tomatoes, chillies and basic Indian spices. It is served with toast or plain paratha.Veggie Omelette: It is a fluffy omelette stuffed with onions, capsicum, tomatoes and coriander and cooked in ghee, butter or oil and makes a nutritious and filling meal which is usually served with toast.Boiled eggs with spices: Most gym goers enjoy it when chopped boiled eggs are topped with chaat masala, black pepper, green chillies, coriander leaves and lemon to make a quick protein-packed plate.

Candace Owens challenges Charlie Kirk’s succession story involving Erica Kirk and the future of TPUSA (Image via Getty)

Candace Owens fight around, charlie kirkAnd Erica Kirk took another turn when political commentator Jamels shared a lengthy post online defending Turning Point USA’s leadership decision. Gemels wrote that people should stop treating TPUSA like “public property” and argued that Charlie Kirk built the organization himself and trusted the people around him before his death. The post quickly gained attention after a direct response from Candace Owens and raised questions about whether Charlie Kirk really wanted Erica Kirk to take over the organization.Candace Owens pointed to past public comments where Charlie Kirk and Erica Kirk both reportedly spoke out against women climbing the corporate ladder. Because of that, he said it was hard to believe that Charlie Kirk would suddenly change his position shortly before his death. He also questioned the claims of an alleged video message related to the leadership announcement.In her response to X, Candace Owens wrote:“Charlie has repeatedly spoken out against women climbing the corporate ladder, even those with a surviving spouse. Erica repeatedly reinforced this position in his favor in multiple appearances.Can we believe that just weeks before he died he suddenly pulled a sharp 180?You don’t understand why it matters? Because if Charlie didn’t legally put her in charge via his documents and corporate will – plus he lied about the existence of an authentic video, instead switching to AI-generated audio of her gracefully admitting her position, we might be seeing the seeds of a motive.The comments immediately sparked debate online, with supporters and critics alike reacting strongly to Owens’s claims.

Candace Owens continued her response by arguing that the reported change made no sense based on Charlie Kirk’s past beliefs and family situation.she wrote:“Furthermore, the premise is absolutely ridiculous. No rational person in the world would say, ‘If I die on the job and leave my wife and children behind, please give my widowed wife an 80-hour-a-week job, which is the same dangerous position I previously lived in, leaving my children effectively orphaned.'”The debate quickly spread across political social media circles, with many users discussing whether the organization had officially shown legal proof of Charlie Kirk’s wishes before Erica Kirk’s public appearance tied to the announcement.So far, no public legal documents related to the succession discussion have been released. There is also no independently verified evidence proving the claims of AI-generated audio made by Candace Owens. TPUSA has not publicly responded in detail to Owens’ latest comments at the time of writing.The exchange has now turned into one of the largest online political debates around Turning Point USA as questions about its future leadership surface for the first time.

New Delhi: CBSE has decided to implement the new three-language rule for class IX from the session 2026-27. From July 1, 2026, under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and National Curriculum Framework 2023, all Class 9 students will have to study three languages, of which “at least two are native Indian languages”.CBSE, in its May 15 circular, said students choosing a foreign language “can do so as a third language only if the other two languages ​​are native Indian languages, or as an additional fourth language”.

The board also announced relief measures for students by removing formal board exams for third language.“No board examination will be conducted for R3 (third language) at the Class 10 level. All assessments for R3 will be entirely school-based and internal,” the circular said.However, the performance “shall be duly reflected in the CBSE certificate.” CBSE said the revised plan follows a “transitional approach” as the academic session has already started in April 2026. The current Class X batch in 2026-27 will continue under the earlier language structure extended from Class IX onwards.Former principal and policy analyst Ashok Pandey said the emphasis on multilingualism was in line with the NE approach, but he cautioned that introducing a third language requirement in Class IX at this stage could create anxiety among students already entering board years. “Board years demand stability and confidence. Such reforms are implemented gradually and group-wise, giving adequate preparation time to schools, teachers and learners,” he said.Pandey said many CBSE schools have so far followed a language structure combining foreign languages ​​like French, German or Spanish along with English, Hindi or the regional language. “Educational changes are successful through thoughtful change management, not just on the strength of good intentions,” he said, adding that schools are still dealing with teacher availability, timetable restructuring, curriculum alignment and assessment models even in classes VI to VIII.

Conor McGregor is set to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon after nearly five years, taking on Max Holloway in a welterweight bout at UFC 329 in Las Vegas on July 11. McGregor, 37, has been out of action since suffering a broken foot during his trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier in 2021. McGregor initially planned to return against Michael Chandler in 2024But the match was canceled due to a fracture in his big toe a few weeks before the competition.

The upcoming fight against Holloway will renew a rivalry that dates back to 2013, when McGregor defeated the Hawaiian by unanimous decision in a featherweight contest. Holloway, now 34, represents a major challenge to the comeback of McGregor, who has been among the elite fighters in the lightweight divisions in recent years.

McGregor takes a dig at Holloway

McGregor, known for his insults and trash talking on social media, took a dig at Holloway right after the fight was made official. Reminding Blessed of the previous result, the Irish star promised to defeat him in the Octagon.

“I’m gonna make you a son, baby. Again,” McGregor said.

One of the biggest names in MMA history, McGregor has a professional record of 22 wins and six losses since beginning his career in 2008. He became the UFC’s first simultaneous two-division champion after capturing the featherweight title in 2015 and the lightweight crown a year later.

However, the later stages of his career were also filled with many controversies. In 2025, McGregor accepted an 18-month suspension for violating the UFC’s anti-doping rules after missing three drug tests during a 12-month period in 2024.

The suspension, which was applied retroactively from his third missed test in September 2024, officially ended in March. Since then, McGregor has reportedly faced 11 tests by Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) this year – the highest number among active UFC fighters.

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Rumors about Candace Owens gained momentum after a viral post claimed that her top producer and manager had quit. Speculation intensified when Ben Shapiro referenced the alleged departure while discussing online influence in conservative media. His comments sparked widespread debate on social media, with users questioning the sustainability and institutional power of major political commentary brands driven by massive Internet audiences.

Conservative commentator Candace Owens is once again at the center of online discussion after social media users began speculating about possible internal changes involving her media team. The discussion intensified after a viral post claimed that several staff members, including a top producer and manager, had recently left Owens’ operation.The rumors were further strengthened when podcast host and political commentator Ben Shapiro appeared to reference the situation during a recent discussion. His comments quickly spread throughout X, with users analyzing every line and debating whether cracks were beginning to appear behind the curtain of conservative digital media.

Candace Owens staff rumors send social media into a frenzy

The viral post that fueled the controversy is as follows:“🚨 Candace’s employees are quitting 🚨Several of Candace Owens’ employees have recently quit, including a top producer and her manager! 😯”That alone was enough to trigger thousands of reactions online. Some users questioned whether the departures were related to creative disagreements, while others suggested that speculation about the engagement was being exaggerated.Nevertheless, the attention intensified after Ben Shapiro addressed the broader conversation about online personalities and their influence. During his remarks he said:“Look, the thing is, if Candace Owens had a top producer and her manager quit, or if Megyn Kelly quit, there’s no national media coverage. youtube The account starts losing thousands of subscribers per month, or if Tucker Carlson’s traffic comes disproportionately from Pakistan. We all have our own fan base. Well, all these things actually happen, but nobody really cares much about it because yes, those guys have significant viewership, but they don’t have any real institutional influence.”This quote immediately went viral as many listeners interpreted it as a direct acknowledgment that the employee exit had indeed occurred. Others focused on his observations about audience influence and the changing power structure within digital-first political media.

Ben Shapiro’s comments spark debate conservative media Effect

Online reactions immediately fell into two camps. Owens’ supporters said that Internet celebrities often face too much scrutiny when athletes change teams. But critics said the situation reflects broader tensions within independent conservative media brands that rely too heavily on personality-driven audiences.The debate also reignited the argument over who really holds long-term power in contemporary political commentary. Critics say creators like Candace Owens, Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly still have large online followers, but viral reach doesn’t always translate into institutional power.Candace Owens or her representatives have not publicly confirmed the rumors at this time. But the topic remains trending on social platforms due to growing interest in the allegations, especially as people continue to analyze Ben Shapiro’s unusually harsh comments.

Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion. Image via: Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock

Megan Thee Stallion Returned to social media this week with plenty of soft energy, business red carpet appearances and public drama for quiet moments at home. The Grammy-winning rapper resurfaced days after her reported split from NBA star Klay Thompson, and gave fans a glimpse of what she called some much-needed “me time” after her surprise exit from the Moulin Rouge! on Broadway.Megan has remained largely silent since rumors swirled about the breakup, especially after reports claimed she accused Thompson of cheating. Rather than addressing the situation directly, she appeared to focus on reconnecting with comfort, routine, and familiar things, which bring her peace. The tone felt personal without being overly sentimental, which prompted more discussion among fans.

Megan Thee Stallion hints at a new start after breakup with Klay Thompson

Speaking to her 32.7 million Instagram followers on May 15, Megan felt comfortable updating fans about life after Broadway.“What are you all doing? This is your girl Megan Thee Stallion aka Hot Girl Coach,” she said before turning the camera toward her pets, joking that she’s finally reunited with her “sons.”The rapper said that stepping away from the limelight has given him a chance to rest and refresh at home. She also opened up about re-watching some of her favorite anime series, which her longtime followers know has always been one of her biggest interests.“So finally, after Broadway, I’m home and ready to spend some time alone,” she shared.Her comments later became more reflective as she explained why she was returning to familiar shows during this chapter of her life.“Right now, in my free time, I’m definitely feeling nostalgic. I feel like I need a little bit of the magic back,” she reflected. “So I think I’ll start watching Black Clover again… I’ll definitely start watching Inuyasha again, because it makes me feel like I’m home.”Without mentioning Thompson directly, the message seemed clear enough. Megan was less interested in revisiting a broken heart and more focused on finding stability again.

Megan Thee Stallion shows off a casual wardrobe in video

Fans also immediately noticed Megan’s laid-back look throughout the clip. Wearing an oversized dark gray “One Piece” sweatshirt paired with ultra-short micro shorts, the rapper felt completely comfortable while maintaining his signature style.Her relaxed curls, glitter makeup and colorful nails gave the video an effortless feel that matched the mood she seemed eager to project. There were no flashy props or carefully staged backgrounds. Just Megan at home, talking anime, spending time with her pets, and getting back to normal life.