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Mohammad Saiyub (above, in a Mumbai quarter on a February day) appeared in a photo that went viral in the early days of the pandemic. He and his childhood buddy Amrit Kumar were hitching home, a journey of nearly 1,000 miles. Kumar, who is a Hindu Dalit, fell ill. Saiyub, a Muslim, cradled his friend by the roadside. Their different religious identities drew attention in a country where communal relations have been polarized after a decade of Hindu nationalist rule. The photo and the story behind it inspired the award-winning movie Homebound.

Shortlisted for an Oscar, 'Homebound' is a daring movie about two dear friends

The movie, now streaming on Netflix, defied current trends in Indian cinema to tell the true story of a friendship between a Muslim and a Hindu Dalit. Martin Scorsese was secretly involved.

Shane Hartline (center) at a NAW or NEVER Smack Talk Open Mic in Los Angeles. (Courtesy of Ian Zandi)

'Smack Talk Open Mic': Where standup comedy meets improv and wrestling

Former wrestler Shane Hartline thinks everyone has a wrestler in them and explains how to harness that energy.

With online gambling easier than ever, some teens are getting addicted

Many parents don't know their teens are gambling until it becomes a problem.

In this image provided by NASA, the Artemis II crew captured this view as the Earth sets behind the Moon during a lunar flyby, Monday, April 6, 2026. (NASA via AP)

Apollo 17 astronaut reflects on Artemis II mission and confirms moon is not made of cheese

The crew of the Artemis II mission is scheduled to return to Earth on Friday, with a splashdown scheduled for 5:07 p.m. PST in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego.

First lady Melania Trump says she did not know Jeffrey Epstein

Melania Trump's statement comes months after the Department of Justice released troves of files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. The released files mention both Melania Trump and President Trump.

Sperm whale birth offers scientists new insight into animal cooperation

In July 2023, a group of 11 sperm whales gathered together for what turned out to be the birth of a baby whale.

Displaced families extend their hands while waiting for donated food beside the tents they use as shelters after fleeing Israeli bombardment in southern Lebanon, in Beirut, Lebanon, Thursday, April 9, 2026. (Emilio Morenatti/AP)

A world in crisis: Foreign aid cuts, regional wars compound humanitarian need around the globe

More than one million people have fled their homes in Lebanon amid ongoing Israeli bombardment.

Artemis II prepares for splashdown

The four-person crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission are on its way home after their historic 10 day journey.

High-stakes Iran talks begin, but key players are missing

The U.S. and Iran are still far apart on the big issues — from uranium enrichment to regional security — and there’s real confusion about what’s actually on the table.

The Farm to Film Fest marks its fourth year in 2026. The festival takes place April 18-19 across several venues in downtown Washington. All screenings and events are free.

At Farm to Film Fest, movies are free and community thrives

Downtown Washington will play host to the 4th annual Farm to Film Fest April 17-19. The three-day celebration of cinema is designed to bring the community together for an immersive weekend of art, culture and entertainment — all for free.

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