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Angh comes from a point of internal conflict for myself: TIFF award-winning filmmaker Theja Rio

The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $313 million for Monday

MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court has restrained filmmaker Prakash Mehra’s daughter-in-law Rashi Mehra and grandson Adai Mehra from transferring, alienating or creating third-party rights in 11 films produced by the late filmmaker, including Amitabh Bachchan-starrer hits such as Zanjeer, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar and Sharabi | Mumbai news

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella will attend a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping. Top technology executives, including Apple

The United States has proposed a new AI incident notification mechanism. This proposal aims to enhance transparency between the two leading AI nations. Discussions are ongoing regarding potential tariff reductions on certain goods. A "Board of Trade" will be operationalized following prior discussions. These developments precede upcoming talks between President Trump and Xi Jinping.

Eighteen suspects arrested for President Jovenel Moise

Ingenia Communities has rejected a second takeover bid from Warburg Pincus. The private equity firm

Famous Quote of the day by Pierce Brosnan: “There’s a melancholy there that I shall carry forever...” — What can loneliness teach us about resilience, self-unde.

Filmmaker who introduced Deepika Padukone says she was always destined to go global: ‘I saw focus, hunger, discipline’

He went to Rajasthan to make a film in 1994. Years later, filmmaker Pradip Krishen was restoring a 70-hectare desert landscape by removing an invasive tree and bringing native ecology back

Manju Warrier files defamation suit against filmmaker Sanal Kumar Sasidharan

Tigmanshu Dhulia says love stories are ‘not worth making’ as a filmmaker

‘Action scene in innerwear?’: Radhika Apte exposes absurd requests from filmmakers

Learn the essential step of blanching spinach for just 2 minutes before freezing to preserve its taste, color, and nutrients for up to 12 months. Discover why this brief process is the key to keeping your frozen greens delicious!

Quote of the Day by Sylvia Plath on comparision: Constantly measuring ourselves against others can foster bitterness and insecurity. Sylvia Plath provides a poignant reminder to adopt a more compassionate approach to personal growth. Balancing self-discipline with kindness toward oneself empowers us to find peace. Her insights encourage recognition of our innate value, essential for constructive self-improvement.

Discover the incredible story of the Wrigley family, who transformed Catalina Island through 56 years of stewardship and ultimately donated over 42,000 acres for conservation. Learn how their legacy preserves unique wildlife and natural beauty on this California coastline.

In 1975, NASA utilized a Hewlett-Packard HP-65 pocket calculator as a backup for the Apollo-Soyuz mission, highlighting how even simple technology was vital in historic space endeavors. Discover the story of this unique piece of space history that now resides at the Smithsonian.

In 1992, hornets became unlikely astronauts (representative image).Image Credits: ChatGPT Hornets build some of nature's best architecture, entirely in the dark.

With the short film Aman, filmmaker Rahul Roye explores pregnancy, gender identity and self-discovery through the story of a trans man.

The Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced the reconstituted panel, with Shashi Shekhar Vempati continuing as chairperson. | Bollywood

Luxury giant LVMH signed a secret 2002 agreement to buy Hermes shares from Nicolas Puech. The company also paid his wealth manager over twenty million dollars in fees. Puech alleges his fortune vanished through schemes involving his late wealth manager. LVMH denies any attempt to acquire Puech

In April 1861, the United States reached a critical juncture as several southern states withdrew from the Union. The firing on Fort Sumter marked the start of the Civil War, prompting President Lincoln to urgently summon volunteers to quell the uprising. As four additional states joined the Confederacy, the war

The role eventually went to Kareena Kapoor Khan, but Mahhi says she had been in the running for it before things took an unexpected turn.

Tim Sweeney, the founder of Epic Games, has quietly acquired over fifty thousand acres of North Carolina land. He began purchasing vulnerable forests around 2009 when land prices were lower. Sweeney has also donated thousands of acres to conservation organizations for protection. His land holdings are managed through several limited liability companies across fifteen counties. The billionaire now focuses on permanently protecting his existing properties.

Quote of the Day by Anton Chekhov: ‘Every happy man should have someone with a little hammer at his door to knock and remind him that there are unhappy people.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru were spotted at the airport. The couple's cute interaction won hearts online.

US President Donald Trump has directed his administration to identify and remove Canadian-origin goods from the US federal civil procurement system, escalating a broader trade dispute with Ottawa. The White House said Canada had disadvantaged US companies in government procurement, while the latest move adds purchasing restrictions to existing tariffs and market-access disputes.

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Quote of the Day by Anton Chekhov: ‘Every happy man should have someone with a little hammer at his door to knock and remind him that there are unhappy people.

US President Donald Trump will host Chinese President Xi Jinping next week at the White House. Tariffs, trade imbalances, and technology competition will dominate their important discussions. Both nations have lowered tariffs, but a complex system still affects imports significantly. Despite trade friction, bilateral trade has continued to grow between the two countries. This summit aims to convert a fragile trade truce into a more durable economic framework.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Unions first associate member, as Ottawa seeks closer ties with Europe amid deteriorating relations with the United States. The proposed partnership would expand cooperation beyond trade into defence, technology, energy, critical minerals, AI, cybersecurity and economic security.

As of 2026, Olympic figure skater Amber Glenn is single, having previously shared a romance with fellow skater Nathan Chen during their teenage years. Known for her openness, Glenn has discussed her bisexual and pansexual identity publicly, while also addressing rumors about her connection with fellow athlete Alysa Liu. Her reserved personal life stands in stark contrast to her rising fame and public persona.

Leonardo DiCaprio invested in Beyond Meat in 2017 before its IPO; 2 years later, the plant-based company briefly soared to a $10 billion valuation In 2015, Bey.

A new study demonstrates that a bioretention cell in Vancouver significantly reduces the mass loadings of the toxic compound 6PPD-quinone from stormwater, revealing a potential solution for environmental management.

Nicole Kidman UN Goodwill Ambassador's donation In 1982, Paul Newman started selling salad dressing; more than four decades later, the brand had given over $60.

In 2020, NASA put seeds from 11 crops aboard an experimental spaceplane; after months in orbit, scientists brought them back to test whether they could still grow. The research examined how microgravity and space radiation affect seed viability, germination, plant development and molecular changes. The study used the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle-6 and included ground controls to compare space exposure with radiation simulations and Earth conditions.

Quote of the day by Clint Eastwood says, “Always keep your ego in check and not be afraid to listen. Listening is a great art form.” The saying focuses on humility, learning, respect and personal growth. It suggests that people can gain knowledge by listening to different views, controlling pride and remaining open to ideas instead of assuming they already know everything.

Quote of the day by Jean-Jacques Rousseau explores how people can see the same event in different ways. The saying points to four parts of a story: your side, their side, the truth and what really happened. It encourages people to question personal bias, avoid quick judgment, listen to different views and separate feelings from facts before forming an understanding of any conflict or event.

Al Pacino has revealed in his memoir Sonny Boy that he donated his entire paycheck from the 1980 film Cruising to charity. Pacino recalled that the movie became controversial during production, with protesters appearing at filming locations because of concerns about its portrayal of the LGBTQ+ community. Although he did not initially view the film as exploitative, he said his perspective changed after seeing the completed movie. Pacino placed his earnings into an irrevocable trust fund and donat

Maya Penn began her entrepreneurial journey at age 8 by creating ribbon headbands for family friends. Her curiosity eventually developed into Mayas Ideas, an online business offering handcrafted accessories and clothing made with eco-friendly materials such as recycled fabrics and organic cotton. Supported by her parents, Deidre and John, Penn combined creativity, education, and problem-solving while developing her business. By age 12, her story had appeared in Forbes, Black Enterprise, Ebony, H

In 406 BC, Socrates stood against an angry Athenian Assembly after the Battle of Arginusae. Athens wanted to try several generals together, a process Socrates believed was unlawful. He refused to support the vote, despite growing pressure and threats against those who resisted. The moment showed something central to his character: he would not abandon principle simply because the crowd demanded it.

The Wood Horse Receive Day highlights the idea that progress does not always require more effort. Sometimes, the shift comes after you have done everything within your control and leave room for circumstances or other people to play their part. What has seemed stuck may not need to be pushed any harder; it may simply be waiting for the final piece to fall into place.

Moziah Bridges began making bow ties at age 9 after developing a strong interest in fashion and sewing. With guidance from his grandmother, he learned to sew by hand and use a sewing machine, eventually creating more than two dozen designs from vintage fabrics and other materials. His business, Mos Bows, grew through word of mouth, Facebook, Etsy, and family support, reaching around $150,000 in sales and employing five staff members. Bridges also attracted attention through Shark Tank, O magazin

Saturns long transit through Pisces set the tone for much of this period. In astrology, Saturn represents themes of responsibility, discipline, boundaries and the kind of personal growth that tends to unfold gradually over time. Eclipses along the Virgo-Pisces axis brought additional focus to identity, relationships and everyday routines, while also highlighting situations, habits or attachments that may have been ready to be released.

Quote of the day by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar spent two decades being measured by what happened on a basketball court. His statistics were extraordinary, but his life was never limited to numbers. The six-time NBA champion became one of basketballs defining figures while also developing a strong interest in history, writing, culture and social issues. His career offers a useful setting for a quote that reaches well beyond sport.

A Finnish couple spent five years searching Google Maps for their dream private island before finding a five-acre property in Finlands archipelago. Aleksi Hautamäki and Milla Selkimäki bought the island, sold their Helsinki apartment and built a solar-powered, off-grid retreat called Project Ö. The secluded island home, complete with a sauna, private beach and hot tub, was later offered to guests for up to $2,400 a night.

Brigitte Bardot famously remarked on human cruelty, likening men to beasts. As an iconic French actress who dazzled audiences in the 1950s, Bardot later shifted her focus to animal protection post-retirement. She founded a notable animal welfare organization, becoming a vocal advocate. Her legacy intertwines cinematic achievements and her passionate, albeit controversial, stance on animal rights.

Reese Witherspoons career expanded from acting into producing and media entrepreneurship after she became increasingly concerned about limited opportunities for women in Hollywood. Her experiences with female-led projects encouraged her to create more opportunities both onscreen and behind the scenes. She developed a production company and later launched Hello Sunshine, a multimedia company focused on womens stories and storytellers. Witherspoon has spoken about ambition, persistence, and the im

Quote of the Day by Anton Chekhov: ‘Every happy man should have someone with a little hammer at his door to knock and remind him that there are unhappy people.

In 2013, Beyoncé released an entire album without warning; three days later, it had sold more than 828,000 copies and changed how artists released music. The self-titled album arrived on iTunes at midnight on December 13, 2013. Its release skipped months of promotion, radio campaigns and retail leaks. A Harvard Business School case study later examined how Beyoncé and Parkwood planned and produced the project.