Author: Justin M. Larson

Extended interview: Lucie Arnaz on her parents, Lucy & Desi – CBS News Watch CBS News In this web exclusive, actress and singer Lucie Arnaz talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about growing up the daughter of comedy legends Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz; her father’s experience as a Cuban refugee and as a television pioneer, as documented in Todd Purdum’s new biography, “Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television”; her parents’ marriage and divorce; and her own parenting challenges. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Source…

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Neena Gupta is known for a number of movies – right from ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron’, ‘Mandi’ to movies like ‘Badhaai Ho’ and ‘Uunchai’ in recent times. But Neena doesn’t feel shy to ask for work even now. The actress admits that she approaches the producer or director if she gets to know a film is announced even through social media. Neena who is gearing up for her next, ‘Metro…In Dino’ with Anupam Kher has revealed that these days one gets to know that they are replaced in a film through Instagram. She also recalled an old film where she…

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Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill NEW DELHI: India’s vice-captain and wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has confirmed a key change in the team’s batting order ahead of the first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds, starting Friday, June 20. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, Pant disclosed that skipper Shubman Gill will bat at No.4 in the series opener, taking over the crucial position vacated by Virat Kohli following his retirement from Test cricket.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!This marks a significant shift in India’s top-order structure, following the twin retirements of Rohit Sharma and Kohli in May.…

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“Syria simply cannot withstand another wave of instability,” UN Deputy Special Envoy Najat Rochdi said on Tuesday in a briefing to the Security Council in New York. “The risks of further escalation in the region are not hypothetical – they are immediate, severe, and risk unraveling the fragile progress toward peace and recovery in Syria.”  She echoed the Secretary-General’s condemnation of military escalation in Middle East and his call on Israel and Iran to show maximum restraint. The UN Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, has also expressed growing alarm over the potential consequences of any further escalation, which she also conveyed. ‘Constructive…

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Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeYour guide to what Trump’s second term means for Washington, business and the world“Anyone slobbering for the US to become fully involved in the Israel/Iran war is not America First/Maga . . . We are sick and tired of foreign wars.”Those are the words of congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene — normally regarded as one of Donald Trump’s most loyal followers. They highlight the deep split that has emerged inside the Maga movement as the US president warms to the idea of using America’s military might against Iran.For many of Trump’s most ardent supporters that would be a…

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Sebastian Siemiatkowski, CEO of Klarna, speaking at a fintech event in London on Monday, April 4, 2022.Chris Ratcliffe | Bloomberg via Getty ImagesKlarna’s CEO is so bullish about artificial intelligence that he sees it changing the way the fintech’s 100 million users bank every day.On Wednesday, Klarna — a pioneer of the popular “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) payment method — is announcing the launch of mobile phone plans in the U.S. via a partnership with telecom services startup Gigs. The move follows in the footsteps of rival fintechs Revolut and N26, which have launched similar offerings. Klarna’s plans come…

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Akshay Kumar suggests Hollywood’s superhero narratives are rooted in Indian mythology, a sentiment echoed by Vishnu Manchu, who draws parallels between Star Wars and the Mahabharat, and E.T. and Satyajit Ray’s unmade film. Both actors star in ‘Kannappa,’ a mythological drama set for release, creating a box office clash with Brad Pitt’s F1 film. As Indian mythological cinema gears up for a big-screen moment with Kannappa, Akshay Kumar sparks a cultural conversation—claiming that many Hollywood superheroes draw inspiration from ancient Indian tales. Joining him, co-star Vishnu Manchu makes bold links between global pop culture and Indian epics.In a chat with…

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File photo of India women’s cricket team. (ANI) England will host the biggest ICC Women’s T20 World Cup yet in 2026, featuring 12 teams competing across seven venues from June 12 to July 5. The tournament opens with hosts England facing Sri Lanka at Edgbaston and culminates with the final at Lord’s, with 33 matches scheduled over 24 days at venues including The Oval, Hampshire Bowl, Headingley, Old Trafford, and Bristol County Ground.The tournament format divides teams into two groups for the league stage. Group 1 includes Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, and two teams from the Global Qualifier. Group…

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TEL AVIV — Israel and Iran are now locked in an existential battle that neither can afford to lose. There is no quick or easy way out and the outcome could fundamentally alter the make-up of the region.In Iran, the regime of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been seriously weakened. The regime likely feels it has no choice but to retaliate against Israeli strikes — its survival hinges on maintaining domestic strength. Seeking a rapid way out of the conflict is paramount. The regime lives or falls depending on what happens next.Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei waves during the 36th…

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US moves warplanes to Middle East as Iran-Israel conflict escalatesThe U.S. moved warplanes and ships to the Middle East as the Iran-Israel conflict continues to escalate.WASHINGTON − As Israel and Iran trade blows in an escalating aerial war, Israel has its sights trained on taking out Iran’s nuclear facilities – and it wants the U.S. military’s help.Israel wants the Pentagon to drop the bombs because their penetrating weapons cannot reach the depth necessary to destroy underground facilities, according to a U.S. official who was not authorized to speak publicly.Israel has pressed the U.S. for years, without success, to join an…

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London — British lawmakers voted Tuesday to decriminalize abortion in England and Wales after a lawmaker argued it was cruel to prosecute women for ending a pregnancy. The House of Commons approved an amendment to a broader crime bill that would prevent women from being criminally punished under an antiquated law.Tonia Antoniazzi, the Labour Party member of Parliament who introduced one of the amendments, said the change was needed because police have investigated more than 100 women for suspected illegal abortions over the past five years, including some who suffered natural miscarriages and stillbirths.”This piece of legislation will only take women…

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Deepika Padukone’s departure from ‘Spirit’ due to disagreements over pay and scheduling has ignited discussions about work conditions in the film industry. Tanuj Virwani supports Padukone’s demands for a fixed schedule, especially as a new mother. He emphasizes the need for fair working conditions and balanced schedules for actors and crew, advocating for industry-wide standards and stronger union support. Deepika Padukone’s unexpected exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s upcoming film Spirit has sparked widespread conversation around work conditions in the film industry. While reports cite disagreements over pay and scheduling, actor Tanuj Virwani has stepped in to support Deepika, calling her…

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Beetroot and sweet potatoes, both nutritional powerhouses, offer distinct health advantages. Beetroot excels in boosting endurance, promoting heart health, and aiding detoxification, thanks to its nitrates and betalains. Sweet potatoes shine in enhancing eye health, immunity, and providing sustained energy due to their high vitamin A content and fiber. Beetroot and sweet potatoes are both nutrient-rich superfoods, packed with a variety of health benefits. They are rich in fiber, vitamin A, and other nutrients that help boost overall health. But when it comes to which one is healthier out of the two and how much one should consume, it is…

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Jasprit Bumrah bowls during the intra-squad match as Yashasvi Jaiswal watches on. (BCCI | X) Over the years, swing and seam have proven to be India’s bugbears on tours of England. In the last decade-and-half, the duo of James Anderson and Stuart Broad, with the support act of Sam Curran and Chris Woakes, had left Indian batters on the mat. In a couple of days’ time, the Shubman Gill-led team will be up against Ben Stokes’ England at Headingley in Leeds. England don’t have Broad or Anderson in their ranks anymore, but the wily Chris Woakes is still around, and…

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Gov Walz Announces Boelter’s Arrest After NFL Star Slams ‘Chaos’ In MinnesotaA massive manhunt ended Sunday night when Vance Boelter was captured hiding in a Minnesota field after allegedly carrying out a brutal double attack on state lawmakers. Boelter is accused of killing former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and critically injuring Senator John Hoffman and his wife in two separate home shootings. Just hours before the arrest, former NFL star Jack Brewer publicly slammed Governor Tim Walz for allowing Minnesota to spiral into what he called “a capital of chaos.” Brewer, a former Vikings safety, blamed state…

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ReutersUS President Donald Trump is considering whether to join Israel’s strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, as the conflict continues for a sixth day and angry rhetoric ramps up between all sides.American strikes could involve using superior weaponry to hit an underground nuclear site at Fordo, according to five sources who spoke to the BBC’s US partner CBS News.The president met with his national security team on Tuesday to discuss next steps.Israel and Iran have exchanged deadly strikes since Friday. Analysts say Trump’s comments suggests a willingness to join the Israelis, despite his earlier call for de-escalation and his vocal support…

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TEHRAN, IRAN – JUNE 15: Fire and smoke rise into the sky after an Israeli attack on the Shahran oil depot on June 15, 2025 in Tehran, Iran. Iran’s foreign minister said the country would respond “decisively and proportionally” to a wave of attacks that Israel launched beginning in the early hours of June 13. The attacks targeted multiple military, scientific and residential locations, as well as senior government officials. (Photo by Stringer/Getty Images)Getty Images | Getty Images News | Getty ImagesIran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday threatened the U.S. with “irreparable damage” if Washington follows through with…

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