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Sunset at Shinjuku , Tokyo – Japan.Xavierarnau | E+ | Getty ImagesAsia-Pacific markets rose Tuesday after United States President Donald Trump said that the Iran-Israel ceasefire he announced earlier was in effect, following the Iranian state-linked media saying that Tehran had fired its “last round” of missiles at Israel.”THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!,” Trump posted on Truth Social at 1:08 a.m. Eastern Time.Israel has not made a public comment on Trump’s claim of a ceasefire.Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 climbed 1.17%, while the broader Topix index rose…

Amber Heard has landed her new acting gig; this time, it is a theatre production. The actress is set to make her return to the stage, marking her first acting role since the highly publicised defamation trial involving ex-husband Johnny Depp. Heard has joined the ensemble cast of Spirit of the People, a new play by acclaimed playwright Jeremy O. Harris, premiering at the Williamstown Theatre Festival this July.Confirming the buzz about her new acting stint, she took to her handle to share a selfie with her director and say, “In my theatre era x.”The production brings together a diverse…

Most of us don’t think about brain aneurysms until we hear a scary story: someone young, seemingly healthy, suddenly collapses from a “burst vessel in the brain.” It sounds terrifying, and it is. But what actually causes a brain aneurysm? And is it something you should worry about?First, a brain aneurysm is like a little balloon or bubble that forms in a weak spot of a blood vessel in your brain. Over time, that weak spot can swell—and if the pressure gets too high, it can burst. When it does, it causes bleeding in the brain, also known as a…

LEEDS, ENGLAND – JUNE 21: Yashasvi Jaiswal of India during day 2 of the 1st Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Headingley on June 21, 2025 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former India spinner R. Ashwin has explained why slip catching is so tough with the Dukes ball in England and has urged the Indian pacers to create rough patches for left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja.“The second point I want to talk about is the catching — Yashasvi Jaiswal at the slip cordon,” Ashwin said in a video he posted on X.“There has been some talk…

The BBC is launching a Polish-language news service to reach new audiences with content they can trust. From Tuesday, bbc.com/polska will deliver independent and impartial news in text and video, and on social channels, for Polish-speaking audiences. The aim of the Polish news service is to counter a “storm of disinformation”, BBC News Global Director and Deputy CEO Jonathan Munro.He said BBC News Polska will provide audiences with “content they can trust” in an era of “ever-growing attacks on media freedom, democracy and regional security”. This is part of a BBC strategy to reach more audiences and “advance the case…

A view of missiles over Doha, Qatar after Iran has launched an operation targeting a U.S. base in Qatar on June 23, 2025. Stringer | Anadolu | Getty ImagesDUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Escalating regional war, or a bunch of choreographed theatre?Millions across the Middle East were told to shelter in place Monday night as the airspace closed above them and Iran fired a barrage of missiles over Al-Udeid air base in Qatar, the U.S.’ largest and most fortified military base in the region. Videos of interceptors lighting up the night sky over Doha went viral on social media, while…

‘The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha Season 2’ will return in late 2025. Kajol reprises her role as lawyer Noyonika Sengupta, tackling fresh legal battles and emotional turbulence. The courtroom drama gets more layered with new adversities, moral dilemmas, and personal stakes. With the addition of veteran actor Asrani, this season promises enhanced intensity, deeper character arcs, and gripping legal suspense. Source link

പ്രതീകാത്മക ചിത്രം, Airlines rushed to cancel flights and reroute aircraft on Monday after multiple Middle Eastern countries temporarily closed their airspace in response to Iran’s missile strike on the U.S. military base at Al Udeid in Doha. The attack came after the U.S. launched strikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities on Sunday. While no casualties were reported from Iran’s retaliation, the growing conflict has added new strain to global air travel.The impact is now extending beyond the Middle East, disrupting major international routes. Flight paths that once connected Europe and eastern North America with the Indian subcontinent are becoming increasingly…

KL Rahul of India embraces team mate Rishabh Pant (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) Rishabh Pant looked up at the sky and said a word of prayer. Those two years in darkness following a horrific accident and the recent struggles with the bat seemed a speck on the horizon. Pant savoured his moment of history and entry into an elite league of centurions in both innings of a Test — a feat that has eluded even the great Sachin Tendulkar. The man who did it thrice — Sunil Gavaskar urged him on from the balcony to do the customary ‘somersault’…

Iran has previously given warnings before attacking U.S. bases, limiting damage and repercussions. Source link

The wreckage of the Bayesian superyacht is now on dry land in Sicily after being lifted from the seabed and carried on a slow final journey from the spot where it sank in a storm last summer, killing seven passengers and crew.The yacht, which belonged to the British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, has finally been recovered in a complex $30m (£22.2m) operation to allow Italian prosecutors to inspect the wreck as part of their ongoing investigation.Mr Lynch and his teenage daughter were among seven passengers and crew who died when the Bayesian was knocked over by sudden extreme winds and…

People seen around the Starbucks coffee store in Shenzhen, China.Jakub Porzycki | Nurphoto | Getty ImagesU.S. cafe chain Starbucks said it is not currently considering a full sale of its China operations, after Chinese financial magazine Caixin reported that it was, without disclosing where it obtained the information.Starbucks has held preliminary talks with more than a dozen potential buyers, Caixin also reported on Monday, citing sources who did not specify what was for sale.”I can confirm Starbucks is not currently considering a full sale of its China operations,” a company spokesperson said in a statement.Starbucks kicked off a formal sale process of its China operations in May, inviting interested buyers to submit answers to a list of questions by the end of last week, said three sources with knowledge of the situation.The Seattle-based company, advised…

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Actor Vineet Kumar Singh, known for his role in the film ‘Chhaava’, is back in Mumbai after getting stranded at the Dubai airport due to a sudden closure of airspace in parts of the Middle East. The situation left passengers confused and waiting for updates, but thankfully, Vineet landed safely in Mumbai early on Tuesday around 3:45 am IST.“We were clueless around 10 PM”Speaking to News18 after reaching Mumbai, Vineet said, “We were clueless around 10 pm. Then we got the news that boarding started. Flight takeoff [was] little late but everything was fine. Emirates Airlines and Dubai airport staff…

For those who suffer from Hypertension, measuring Blood Pressure on an everyday basis is extremely important to prevent issues like heart attack and stroke. While blood pressure varies through the day, and is influenced heavily by diet, exercise, sitting posture etc, taking an average reading at the same time everyday can help you monitor your heart health, and take adequate measures to fix it. However, did you know that the way you hold your arm while taking your blood pressure can change the reading? Holding your arm incorrectly can give a falsely high or low number, which can lead to…

KL Rahul (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) It wasn’t too long ago that KL Rahul didn’t even know his position in the batting order. In Perth during the Australia series, he opened with Yashasvi Jaiswal and played a match-winning hand, only to find himself demoted when captain Rohit Sharma chose to go up the order. By the fifth Test in Sydney, he was back to opening the innings, with Rohit deciding to opt out due to woeful form. That has been Rahul’s story throughout his career, but in Rohit’s absence, things seem to have finally taken a turn for the…

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Global Disinformation Unit, BBC World ServiceBBCIn a clearing in a forest, two men stand behind a row of wooden poles that have pictures of faces stuck on top of them.The portraits include US President Donald Trump, Vice-President JD Vance and billionaire Elon Musk. In front of them hangs the US flag.The men are wearing camouflage clothing with blue markings – the colour often worn by Ukrainian soldiers to identify them on the battlefield.”We don’t need allies like you,” one of the men says in Ukrainian, as he sets fire to the flag and portraits.But this video, shared with thousands of…

Traders work at the New York Stock Exchange on June 13, 2025. NYSEGlobal equities posted muted gains Tuesday, as investors digested U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire timeline between Iran and Israel, as well as growing signs of fatigue toward Trump’s policymaking.The MSCI World index, which tracks over a thousand large and mid-cap companies from 23 developed markets, was just 0.24% higher as of 1 p.m. Singapore time.U.S. futures were also up marginally. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average inched higher by 0.71%. S&P 500 futures gained 0.74%, while the Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.98%.While Asian…

Akshay Kumar, once Bollywood’s sequel king, faces challenges as franchises like *Housefull* and *Welcome* encounter financial and creative roadblocks. *Kesari 2* underperformed, and *Hera Pheri 3* is stalled due to cast exits. *Jolly LLB 3* remains a hopeful project, highlighting Bollywood’s need for innovation beyond mere franchise reliance to resonate with evolving audience tastes. For years, Akshay Kumar was considered Bollywood’s most bankable star, he has delivered hits across genres from comedies to action to drama to romance. In the post Covid era, sequels have become a go-to option for filmmakers to ensure maximum return at the box office. And…

Traders work at the New York Stock Exchange on June 23, 2025.NYSEStock futures rose early Tuesday after President Donald Trump said that the ceasefire between Israel and Iran which was announced by him earlier had come into effect.”THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT!” Trump said in a post on Truth Social around 1:00 a.m. stateside.Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 291 points, or 0.68%. S&P 500 futures gained 0.79%, while Nasdaq 100 futures rose 1.06%. Stock futures took a leg higher after President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social a ceasefire timeline…

Genelia Deshmukh, who is currently making headlines for all the right reasons with the release of her new film ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’, alongside Aamir Khan is receiving positive feedback from the cinephiles. Well, Genelia who has always shared her whereabouts has shared one of her rigorous workout updates in a throwback video. The video and the photo was originally shared by her as a heartfelt birthday wish for her trainer, capturing glimpses of her fitness transformation.Intense workoutBack in 2024, in the throwback photo shared, Genelia shared her inspiring fitness journey. She began her training at 59.4 kg in the first…

Carrot’s antioxidants and ginger’s cleansing properties help flush out toxins, reduce acne, and promote clear, radiant skin from within. It is said that carrot peel contains higher concentrations of carotenoids (including beta-carotene) and phenolic acids compared to the root flesh, which contribute to antioxidant activity that protects skin cells from oxidative damage and premature aging. And it is also said that ginger’s antioxidant properties protect skin cells from oxidative stress caused by free radicals, which contributes to slowing skin aging, reducing wrinkles, and protecting against photoaging induced by UV radiation.All Images Courtesy: istockDISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from…

Jasprit Bumrah of India celebrates . (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former England pacer Stuart Broad has declared India as the favourites to win the gripping first Test at Headingley as the match heads into its final day. With England needing 371 runs to win and India just ten wickets away from sealing the victory and starting Shubman Gill’s captaincy era on a high, the contest remains finely balanced. Broad stressed that England’s hopes hinge on how well they handle the threat of the new ball on day five. He pointed out that India are slightly ahead as they only…