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A non-binary transgender Indian national, Q Manivannan, has been elected as a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) on a student visa. This historic win marks the first time a foreign citizen without permanent residency has held such a position. Manivannan's election has drawn controversy, with debates arising over their immigration status and political stance.

Prince William and Kate have welcomed a new family member. Otto, an English cocker spaniel, celebrated his first birthday. The royal couple shared the news on social media. Otto joins the family after the passing of their previous dog, Lupo. The royal family has a long history of dog ownership.

Mother's Day 2026 is on Sunday, May 10, a day with roots in personal history and a fight against commercialization. Beyond generic gifts, it's a chance to acknowledge the mental load, modern mothers, and chosen maternal figures. Celebrations should focus on genuine appreciation and quality time, recognizing the multifaceted roles mothers play.

Déjà vu, a French term for "already seen," describes the unsettling feeling of experiencing a new situation as familiar. Scientists explain this common phenomenon as a brief mismatch in the brain's memory systems, where the medial temporal lobe mistakenly signals familiarity, and the frontal cortex corrects the error. This indicates a healthy, active brain.

Bollywood stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan were recently seen visiting the historic Church of St. Andrew in Bandra with their sons, Taimur and Jeh. The visit coincided with Palm Sunday, adding a spiritual dimension to their family outing.

A proposed trade sees the Kansas City Chiefs acquiring veteran pass rusher Jonathan Greenard from the Minnesota Vikings for two draft picks and defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah. This move aims to strengthen Kansas City’s defense. And it allows Minnesota to target a top defensive back in the upcoming NFL Draft. Someone who could take Harrison Smith’s place.