Author: Justin M. Larson

French President Emmanuel Macron’s wax figure was stolen on Monday from the Grevin Museum in Paris. The figure was taken by three individuals claiming to be Greenpeace activists, a police source told AFP.Two women and a man reportedly entered the central Paris museum posing as tourists and exited through an emergency door with the figureThe Grevin Museum is one of France’s oldest and most famous wax museums. Opened in 1882, it showcases lifelike wax figures of prominent personalities from history, politics, sports, and entertainment. The museum is known for its elaborate sets and artistic craftsmanship. French President Emmanuel Macron’s wax…

Ticket holders on Governors Island, New York gather to watch SailGP races, Season 4, New York, Sunday 23rd June 2024.Katelyn Mulcahy for SailGPFans watching the New York races for international sailing league SailGP this weekend will have another reason to root for their favorite team.SailGP is working with gaming companies DraftKings in the United States and Bet365 internationally to let fans place bets on races, starting at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix on June 7 and 8.”It’s a sport that’s naturally built for sports betting and gaming onsite in person at the events,” said SailGP chief revenue officer…

Dia Mirza has opened up about the traumatic experience of giving birth to her son, Avyaan Azaad Rekhi, who was born prematurely in 2021. In a recent interview with Official People of India, Dia revealed the emotional and medical challenges she faced during her high-risk pregnancy, and how both she and her baby’s lives were hanging by a thread at one point.‘My body was going into sepsis… it was quite scary’The Nadaaniyan actor, who embraced motherhood at the age of 39, said she had always dreamed of becoming a mother, but things unfolded much later than expected. She conceived in…

We often say we don’t have enough time– but more often, it’s not about the hours in a day. It’s about how we’re spending them. Many of us start our mornings with packed to-do lists, only to end the day wondering where all the time went.The problem isn’t that we’re not doing enough. If anything, we’re always doing something– replying to messages, switching between tasks, clearing clutter, or juggling responsibilities. But often, we’re stuck in a cycle of reacting instead of intentionally choosing what deserves our attention.There’s a constant pressure to stay busy, which makes it easy to confuse activity…

Regular exercise after treatment cuts the risk of death in cancer patients by more than a third, a new study has found.Sports and movement could help stop the disease from coming back, as well as boosting mood, energy levels and strength, researchers found in a trial which could “transform” medical practice. Various types of moderate intensity exercise met the bar, including 40 minutes of brisk walking, a half-hour jog, circuit classes, cycling, or swimming.What did the study involve?The CO21 Challenge trial recruited 889 people with colon cancer from six countries, including the UK. All patients had had surgery and chemotherapy…

Shreyas Iyer (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings, powered by an inspirational 41-ball 87 not out from skipper Shreyas Iyer, knocked out five-time champions Mumbai Indians by five wickets in Qualifier 2 to storm into the final. As the Indian Premier League enters its 18th season, it is now guaranteed to crown a new champion.Punjab Kings, who last reached the final in 2014, will face four-time finalists Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Tuesday, June 3.It was a majestic innings from captain Iyer, who tore into the Mumbai bowling attack, launching aggressive sixes to seal a title clash with RCB.”I couldn’t…

In 2013, Stephen Curry shocked the sneaker world by signing with then-upstart athletic company Under Armour over basketball powerhouse Nike.At the time, Nike controlled the vast majority of the NBA sneaker market. Under Armour was virtually unheard of in the basketball space.”We’re the underdog brand. We’re for the ones that were maybe born not big enough or tall enough or fast enough, or strong enough, or smart enough or clever enough,” said Under Armour founder and CEO Kevin Plank.CNBC Sport’s documentary “Curry Inc.: The Business of Stephen Curry” will premiere on CNBC on Wednesday, June 4, at 9 p.m. ET.The…

Sanjay Kapoor celebrated 30 years of the film ‘Raja’ on Instagram, thanking co-star Madhuri Dixit for her support during his debut. Released on June 2, 1995, the romantic drama was a major hit, earning Kapoor widespread recognition and fond memories from fans worldwide. Marking 30 years since the release of the classic film ‘Raja’, Sanjay Kapoor shared his reflections on the experience and warmly thanked his co-star Madhuri Dixit. He appreciated her kindness and support, which helped him feel comfortable on set as a newcomer, making the entire shooting process truly unforgettable.Instagram Tribute and GratitudeOn Monday, Sanjay posted on Instagram,…

Louis Vuitton once again blurred the line between high fashion and high fantasy with the debut of its now-viral Lobster Bag at Paris Fashion Week. A standout piece from the house’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection, the design comes from the collaborative genius of Pharrell Williams, Louis Vuitton’s menswear creative director, and NIGO, bringing playful surrealism to luxury accessories.Crafted from premium Vachetta leather and finished with the brand’s iconic Monogram canvas, the bag is sculpted into the form of a lobster, complete with detailed pincers, antennae, and articulated legs. The meticulous attention to detail turns this accessory into a wearable work of…

It happened with surprising speed, and the new BCB president Aminul Islam has plenty to do to improve the state and image of Bangladesh cricket Source link

Sharmishtha Panoli (File photo) NEW DELHI: Social media influencer and law student Sharmishta Panoli’s advocate has claimed that her basic rights are being denied in custody and that her health is deteriorating. Her advocate has filed a plea regarding the conditions at the correctional, alleging that “proper hygiene is not being maintained.”Panoli is currently lodged in Alipore women’s correctional home following her arrest on May 30 for allegedly hurting religious sentiments through a now-deleted Instagram video. Speaking to reporters, Panoli’s advocate Md Samimuddin said, “We are trying our best to get her out of jail before June 13. We will…

Stephen Curry is a two-time National Basketball Association Most Valuable Player, a four-time league champion and among the greatest shooters of all time.He also owns a media company, a bourbon brand, a golf league for kids and a philanthropic foundation that gives back to students in Oakland, California.Yet, even the Golden State Warriors star suffers from impostor syndrome.”I’m human,” Curry said in an interview for “Curry Inc.,” a CNBC Sport production centered on Curry’s career and business ambitions. “Like everybody, you have doubts about yourself, you have impostor syndrome at times.”Stephen Curry, #30 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with…

Karan Johar has often teased Ananya Panday and Sara Ali Khan on ‘Koffee With Karan’ and hinted that they were dating Kartik Aaryan. He even once told them, that both of them had dated the same boy. Meanwhile, Kartik has continued to remain very good friends with both Sara and Ananya. Earlier, Kartik and Ananya were a part of ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh’ and now Ananya has been announced as the female lead in ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’.The makers shared the first look poster of the film where the on-screen pair is seen indulging in a…

Image credit: (Sandy Huffaker/for The Washington Post) Seventeen years ago, Dr. Eric Topol, a cardiologist and founder of the Scripps Research Translational Institute, set out on a personal and scientific mission. At the age of 53, he wasn’t just interested in treating disease anymore. Instead, he wanted to understand why some people seem to age effortlessly, staying active and sharp even into their 80s and beyond.He believed the secret might lie in their genes. But what he discovered over the next decade and a half turned that idea on its head.The myth of genetic magic: Why DNA wasn’t the answerIn…

Allrounder feels he ‘snatched’ at early opportunities in England set-up but is keen to make his chance count Source link

NEW DELHI: A Ranchi-bound IndiGo flight made an emergency landing on Monday after a bird hit the plane.The flight had 175 passengers on board. It landed safely, and all passengers were unharmed, officials were quoted as saying to news agency PTI.The IndiGo aircraft was flying at around 4,000 feet when it suffered damage after being struck by a vulture, officials said. The plane made an emergency landing at Ranchi airport. Source link

As the 2025 French Open enters its second week, Day 9 promises to finalize the quarterfinal lineup in both the men’s and women’s draws. With top contenders like Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Coco Gauff

Pankaj Tripathi, known for his powerful performances and calm on-screen presence, recently shared that he took a full year off from acting. The actor, who was recently seen in ‘Criminal Justice 4’ revealed that he didn’t sign a single film during that time. After losing his father in 2023, he decided to quietly take a step back and focus on himself, both mentally and physically.‘I did not sign a film for one year’The ‘Mirzapur’ actor opened up in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India about the emotional reason behind his break from the screen. He said, “After my father’s…

The Adho Mukha Svanasana, is an invasion asana that stretches the entire back body, including your spine, hamstrings, and calves. It strengthens your back, shoulders, and arms while improving blood circulation, calming your spine.How to do it:Begin on your hands and knees.Place your hands shoulder-width apart and knees hip-width apart.Tuck your toes under and lift your hips up and back, straightening your legs as much as comfortable.Your body should form an inverted “V” shape while doing this pose.Keep your spine long and heels reaching toward the floor (it’s okay if they don’t touch).Relax your head and neck, and breathe deeply.Hold…

Cisco President and Chief Product Officer Jeetu Patel says software engineers need to focus on two critical skills as artificial intelligence reshapes the industry: orchestrating agent workflow and generating quality ideas. Speaking to Business Insider, Patel identified these capabilities as “grossly underestimated” despite their growing importance in an AI-driven workplace.”We feel more constrained now than ever before on not having enough engineers to get prosecuted all the ideas that we’ve got going internally,” Patel said, noting that Cisco employs 27,000 engineers and is “unapologetically hiring” more. However, he acknowledges AI will fundamentally change engineering roles, particularly as tools like OpenAI’s…

Variety Wholesalers president and CEO Lisa Seigies discusses why the company was worth restoring on ‘The Claman Countdown.’ Nearly 80 more Big Lots stores are slated to reopen this week. A total of 78 locations across nine states will resume operations on Thursday as Variety Wholesalers completes its fourth “wave” of reopening Big Lots stores that the company bought following the discount retailer’s recent bankruptcy.The Big Lots stores reopening this week are located throughout Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia, Variety Wholesalers said.  The Big Lots logo is displayed on shopping carts in front…

Harry Potter and his universe are soon going to enchant the audience with their stunning spells and life-threatening actions. Stepping into one of the lead roles, Arabella Stanton will be playing the clever and one of Gryffindor’s finest, Hermione Granger.Who is Arabella Stanton?The roots of Stanton can be traced back to a musical, where she impressed the West End fans with her titular role in ‘Matilda: The Musical’ from 2023 to 2024. Over 30,000 artists auditioned for the open casting of the roles of Harry, Hermione, and Ron. In the wizarding world, Arabella will be joined by Dominic McLaughlin as…

Yes, this could be surprising. Fatigue is a frequent complaint in modern life, often dismissed as stress, lack of sleep, or overwork. However, persistent exhaustion and weakness that doesn’t improve with rest can signal bowel cancer. The disease may cause internal bleeding, leading to anemia, which manifests as unrelenting tiredness. Source link

Veteran actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan has approached the Karnataka High Court seeking urgent legal intervention to ensure the release of his upcoming film ‘Thug Life’ in the state. The move comes after the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) banned the film’s release citing political and cultural backlash over Kamal Haasan’s recent remarks on the origin of the Kannada language. Kamal Haasan’s production house, Raaj Kamal Films International, filed the plea through its CEO, urging the court to issue directions to the state government, police, and film bodies not to obstruct the release and to ensure adequate security at…