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New York City Mayor Eric Adams faced scrutiny over potential campaign finance irregularities. Unsealed court documents revealed Adams' interest in soliciting donations from Turkish businessmen for his 2025 re-election bid. The documents also suggest he misled investigators about a personal cellphone seized during a raid.

Luigi Mangione, accused of assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has garnered significant support, with his legal defense fund exceeding $1 million. Donations poured in from supporters who view him as a political symbol, despite facing federal murder charges and a potential death penalty. The funds will support his legal battles in New York and Pennsylvania.

Inspired by the 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge, college students have revived the concept to promote mental health awareness. The #SpeakYourMIND challenge encourages participants to dump ice water on themselves, sparking conversations and raising funds for organizations like Active Minds. While celebrity involvement boosts visibility, some critics worry about potential feelings of exclusion, but the campaign has raised nearly $250,000.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a staunch Trump supporter, has criticized the former president's foreign policy, warning he risks alienating his base. Greene condemned actions involving Iran and Ukraine, echoing debunked claims and drawing Iraq War comparisons. Despite Trump's high approval, Greene's stance reflects growing tensions within the MAGA movement, advocating for an "America First" approach.

A cherished downtown Los Angeles mural honoring Kobe and Gianna Bryant was defaced, sparking community outrage. Artist Louie Palsino sought $5,000 for restoration. Lakers star Luka Dončić donated the full amount, calling the Bryants "everything to this city." The act underscores Kobe’s enduring legacy and highlights Dončić’s respect for Lakers history. The restored mural will remain a symbol of remembrance and unity for fans.

Lara Trump, known as Donald Trump's daughter-in-law, has a $20 million net worth through her work as a TV producer and presenter. She transitioned from Inside Edition to Fox News, later joining the Republican National Committee. Beyond politics, she's an aspiring singer, children's book author, and public speaker, actively involved in philanthropy, particularly with Big Dog Ranch Rescue.

Food banks in the US are facing increased demand. Working people are now seeking assistance. This is due to the income stagnation and rising living costs. Federal funding cuts are exacerbating the crisis. Organizations like Campaign Against Hunger are struggling. They are limiting food distributions. Feeding America also faces strain. Potential SNAP cuts could worsen the situation.

Donald Trump's public endorsement of Shedeur Sanders during the NFL Draft sparked controversy after Sanders surprisingly slipped down the draft board. Following Trump's social media post urging teams to pick Sanders, the Cleveland Browns selected him in the fifth round. A White House comment hinted at Trump's influence, intensifying speculation given Browns owner Jimmy Haslam's Republican ties.

Following the tragic death of Bitan Adhikary in a terror attack in Pahalgam, friends and colleagues in Florida have initiated a GoFundMe campaign to support his family. The fundraiser aims to raise $300,000 to alleviate the financial burdens faced by his wife, parents, and young son, Hridaan.

India’s biggest civil defence drill since Independence, Operation Abhyaas, echoes the tense days of 1971 when cities blacked out and families hid under beds. On May 7, 244 districts rehearsed blackouts, air raid sirens, and evacuations amid rising India-Pakistan tensions

Each comes from the same diaspora, yet each charts a wildly different vision for America's future — one revolutionary, one technocratic, one unapologetically contrarian. Together, they reveal not just where Indian-American politics is going — but where America itself might be heading.