Author: Justin M. Larson

The sudden death of businessman Sunjay Kapur has shocked many in both the corporate world and showbiz. The 53-year-old passed away in England after suffering a heart attack during a polo match, reportedly after accidentally swallowing a bee. Known for his high-profile marriages. While his relationships with actress Karisma Kapoor and model Priya Sachdev are well-known, many may not remember that his first wife was fashion designer and socialite Nandita Mahtani.Nandita Mahtani: Sunjay Kapur’s frst wifeIn 1996, Sunjay Kapur married Nandita Mahtani, a well-known socialite from Delhi. Nandita comes from a business family. Her brother Bharat Mahtani is a businessman,…

Iran launched consecutive waves of missile and drone strikes on Israel overnight, in retaliation for Israel’s “greatest military operations in history,” conducted under Operation Rising Lion. The second barrage from Khamenei-led Islamic Republic came shortly after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation, saying more Israeli operations were under way.The first wave of Iranian strikes began late Friday, targeting Israeli cities including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Explosions lit up the night sky as air raid sirens sounded across central Israel. The Israeli military said it had intercepted many of the incoming projectiles but acknowledged some impacts.”Iran targeted military centers…

An explosion is seen during a missile attack in Tel Aviv, Israel. (AP/PTI) Iran launched a new wave of attacks on Israel early Saturday, according to state media, shortly after Israel’s military reported detecting incoming missiles from Iranian territory.”New round of Honest Promise 3 attacks,” state television reported, referring to the name of the Iranian military operation against Israel, following deadly Israeli strikes on the Islamic republic, reported news agency AFP.The latest attacks followed hours after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei pledged retaliation for Israel’s strikes on the nation’s nuclear and military facilities, despite Tehran having already unleashed a…

Television actress Dipika Kakar recently underwent a challenging 14-hour long surgery for stage 2 liver cancer. Following three days in the ICU, she was moved to a regular ward and has been recovering steadily. On June 12, Dipika was discharged from the hospital and shared her first photos from her room, expressing relief and gratitude. She informed her fans that she is now tumour-free and that the first phase of her treatment has been completed. The actress shared a heartfelt note on Instagram along with photos featuring the medical team and hospital staff. In her emotional caption, Dipika wrote, ““11…

Sushant Singh Rajput may have left us five years ago, but his powerful screen presence and unforgettable performances continue to resonate with fans. From his early days on television to becoming one of Bollywood’s brightest stars, SSR carved a unique space with his charm, talent, and choice of roles. Whether playing a small-town lover or a mysterious detective, he made every character memorable. On the fifth anniversary of his passing, we take a look back at some of his best films, now streaming on OTT platforms.‘Kedarnath’Set against the backdrop of the devastating 2013 Uttarakhand floods, ‘Kedarnath’ is a poignant love…

In October 2026, the ICC and MCC will introduce a new catching rule in cricket, disallowing ‘bunny-hop’ catches where fielders jump from outside the boundary to touch the ball. Fielders can still push the ball from within the boundary, step out, and dive back in to complete a catch. The International Cricket Council (ICC) and Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) are implementing a new catching rule in cricket from October 2026 that will prohibit the ‘bunny-hop’ catches where fielders jump and touch the ball while being outside the boundary. The rule change will still allow catches where fielders push the ball…

‘Kantara 2’ team suffered another loss as mimicry artist and actor Kalabhavan Niju, aged 43, tragically passed away on Thursday in Bengaluru, where the film is currently in production.According to an Onmanorama report, Niju had complained of severe chest pain while at the homestay arranged for junior artists. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to a heart attack.Coming from Vadanappally in Thrissur, Niju was a well-known mimicry artist who had an experience of around 25 years in the field. He started doing mimicry two decades ago during a roadshow conducted by Kerala’s mimicry artists. His work…

Glyphosate, an active ingredient of the herbicide Roundup, has long been under the scanner for its potential health risks. Now, a landmark long-term study has confirmed that glyphosate exposure starting before birth causes cancer in animals. Let’s find out more…The StudyThe study, known as the Global Glyphosate Study, was led by the Cesare Maltoni Cancer Research Center of the Ramazzini Institute in Italy, and involved scientists from multiple international institutions. It examined the effects of glyphosate and two glyphosate-based herbicide formulations on Sprague Dawley rats, a common model for toxicology studies.The study was designed this way: the rats were exposed…

Aiden Markram (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth) South Africa’s batting coach Ashwell Prince praised opener Aiden Markram as the “man for the big occasion” after his unbeaten century put the Proteas in a commanding position against Australia on day three of the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025. South Africa, chasing 282 for victory, reached 213 for two at stumps, needing just 69 more runs to secure their first ICC trophy in 27 years.Markram scored an unbeaten 102 with 11 fours, bringing up his eighth Test century in the day’s penultimate over with a flick through mid-wicket. He shared the crease with…

That uneasy feeling during your morning walk could signal underlying health issues. Changes in pace, balance, or leg sensations might indicate vitamin deficiencies, heart problems, diabetes, or neurological concerns. Weak muscles, inner ear issues, medications, and arthritis can also affect your stride, so it’s important to pay attention and consult a doctor if problems persist. You lace up your sneakers, step out for your usual morning walk, and… something doesn’t feel right. Maybe your legs feel heavier than usual. Maybe you’re slightly out of breath even before you hit your regular stride. Or perhaps your balance feels off, and you’re…

South Africa’s Aiden Markram with Temba Bavuma (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth) Australian assistant coach Daniel Vettori acknowledged South Africa’s strong position in the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s after day three, with the Proteas requiring just 69 runs with eight wickets remaining. Aiden Markram’s historic century and his unbeaten 143-run partnership with captain Temba Bavuma have brought South Africa closer to their first world title in cricket.South Africa reached 213/2 in 56 overs, with Markram scoring an unbeaten 102 and Bavuma fighting through a hamstring injury to reach 65 not out.”I think there was optimism in the way we…

South Korean star Park Sung-hoon says as a cis-gender actor playing a transgender woman Cho Hyun-ju in the globally popular “Squid Game”, he approached the character with empathy and hoped viewers would also warm up to her.In a virtual interview with PTI, the actor spoke about the challenges of portraying a character like Hyun-ju, the massive global popularity of “Squid Game” and his wish to travel to India someday.A prominent name in the Korean entertainment world with his roles in “Memorials” (Into the Ring), “Not Others”, “The Glory” and “Queen of Tears”, Park’s casting initially attracted criticism in the media…

Yashasvi Jaiswal (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Yashasvi Jaiswal was 21 when he made his Test debut under the leadership of Rohit Sharma. In the match against the West Indies in Roseau, a nervous but determined Jaiswal was asked to open the innings alongside him.Facing his first delivery, Kemar Roach banged in a short one down the leg side. With butterflies in his stomach, Jaiswal went for an ambitious pull and missed completely. Rohit, frustrated, walked over to the youngster for a quick word of advice and encouragement.Jaiswal returned to the crease, more composed, and focused on leaving…

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On the fifth anniversary of Sushant Singh Rajput’s passing, his sister Shweta Singh Kirti posted a deeply emotional video on Instagram. In it, she shared her thoughts about her late brother and reminded everyone what he truly stood for. With a mix of love, sorrow and strength, she asked fans to honour his memory with kindness, positivity, and a sense of purpose.A message straight from the heartSpeaking softly but clearly in the video, Shweta talked about how much she misses her brother every day. She stressed that Sushant is still present in all of us and that his spirit lives…

Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (Photo: AP) Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed on Saturday to retaliate against Israel’s strikes at the country’s nuclear and military sites, even as Tehran launched a barrage of deadly missiles overnight at Israel.In a recorded address to Iranians, Khamenei said: “We will not permit them to evade consequences for this significant wrongdoing they have perpetrated”.Assuring that Iran’s military was ready to respond, Khamenei said, “Do not assume that they attacked and it’s finished. No, they initiated the actions and began the conflict”.Earlier, in the post of X, the Iranian supreme leader said…

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BTS member Jungkook has issued a heartfelt apology after sparking controversy by wearing a hat with the phrase “Make Tokyo Great Again” during a rehearsal performance. The slogan, reminiscent of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again,” drew sharp criticism from netizens in South Korea and beyond due to its perceived ‘insensitivity’ amid ongoing historical tensions between Korea and Japan.The incident occurred during rehearsals for fellow BTS member J-Hope’s ‘Hope On The Stage’ final concert at Goyang Stadium. A photo of Jungkook wearing the hat quickly circulated online, igniting backlash across social media platforms. Responding to the controversy,…

Iran struck back at Israel with a second wave of missiles on Saturday in retaliation to the latter’s Operation Rising Lion that killed over 78 people and left 320 injured, according to Iran’s UN ambassador. In a stark warning to Israel, Iranian military shared a video of the strikes saying, “When the last sword strikes, we’ll see who remains.”The Israeli military issued a brief alert urging residents to seek shelter following the detection of new missile launches from Iran. “A short while ago, sirens sounded in several areas across Israel following the identification of missiles from Iran toward the State…

Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, briefly showed up to the New York sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs on Friday to support the hip-hop mogul, a longtime friend. But he wasn’t allowed into the courtroom and left after briefly watching the trial on a video monitor in another room. Ye, dressed in white, arrived at Manhattan federal court before noon while the trial was on a break and spent about 40 minutes in the building. After emerging from an airport-style security screening, Ye was asked if he was at the courthouse to support Combs. “Yes,” he…

Air India plane crash (Picture credit: AP) AHMEDABAD: Salvage teams scouring the debris of flight AI 171 found the black box of the crashed 787-8 Dreamliner and 29 more bodies on Friday, taking the toll to 274 and expanding the scale of the worst single-aircraft disaster in the history of Indian aviation.The casualty count increasing beyond the 241 passengers and crew confirmed dead in the crash suggested that the other 33 victims were likely people on the campus of Ahmedabad’s BJ Medical College – possibly doctors, their family members, medical students, workers and others in the Meghaninagar neighbourhood.The black box…

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are not just one of India’s most loved celebrity couples — they’re also proud parents who believe in doing the little things themselves, including cooking for their kids. In a rare and heartfelt chat during an event in Mumbai back in September 2024, the ‘Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi’ actress opened up about parenthood, food, and how she and Virat make sure to pass on family traditions to their children.Sharing the kitchen: ‘Sometimes I cook, and sometimes my husband cooks’The ‘Sultan’ actress, known for keeping her personal life private, spoke openly about how she and…

LONDON: Attorneys for Boeing whistleblower Sam Salehpour have written to the Federal Aviation Administration urging it to immediately release its findings on structural defects alleged by Salehpour regarding Boeing’s 787 aircraft in light of the Air India crash in Ahmedabad.Boeing quality engineer Salehpour had, in early 2024 alleged serious quality issues with Boeing’s 787 and 777 aeroplanes, which, he had claimed, may compromise the safety and lifespan of the aircraft.The Air India aircraft that crashed soon after take-off in Ahmedabad on June 12 was a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner.The letter from Salehpour’s lawyers, Debra Katz and Lisa Banks, sent right after…

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