Author: Justin M. Larson

Dimple Kapadia’s grace has captivated many, including Jackie Shroff, who openly admired her from afar. While her relationships with Rajesh Khanna and Sunny Deol were public, Shroff quietly confessed to being mesmerized by Kapadia after seeing ‘Bobby.’ He admired her humility and equal treatment of everyone on set during their collaborations, which spanned 12 films. Dimple Kapadia has long been admired for her grace, beauty, and timeless charm—but not all admirers made headlines. While her relationships with Rajesh Khanna, Rishi Kapoor, and Sunny Deol often grabbed the spotlight, one Bollywood star quietly held her in awe from a distance. Years…

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US President Donald Trump on Friday called on Iran to seize what he described as a “second chance” to avoid further devastation, following a sweeping Israeli military campaign targeting key nuclear and missile sites across Iran.As Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue strikes “for as many days as it takes,” Trump said Iran’s leadership should return to the negotiating table “before there is nothing left and save what was once known as the Iranian Empire.”Trump, who held an emergency meeting with his national security team, stressed the US had not participated in the assault but highlighted that Israel used…

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American Action Forum President Doug Holtz-Eakin weighs in on fast food prices outpacing wages and the Fed’s trajectory for controlling inflation. Frozen meal giant Conagra Brands, Inc. is trying to capture budget-conscious shoppers opting for convenient and healthier options by launching dozens of new frozen foods this month.  The frozen food meals, including single-serve and multi-serve meals, vegetable side dishes, and gluten-free and plant-based meals, are slated to arrive in stores and e-commerce outlets in June as the company attempts to reverse back-to-back declines in reported and organic net sales. During its third fiscal quarter, the three-month period ending in…

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Industrialist Sunjay Kapur passed away during a polo match in England. He was known for his ties to British high society and friendship with Prince William. Kapur’s death was caused by anaphylactic shock after a bee sting. He had previously mourned the Air India plane crash victims. Kapur was the former husband of Karisma Kapoor and later married Priya Sachdev. Sunjay Kapur’s sudden and tragic demise has not only shaken India’s business and entertainment worlds but also left a void in British high society. Known for his deep ties with the UK’s elite, including a close friendship with Prince William,…

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South Africa’s Aiden Markram (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth) NEW DELHI: What began as a frustrating morning for South Africa transformed into a day of dominance, thanks to a heroic century from Aiden Markram on Friday. After falling for a duck in the first innings, Markram defied the odds and silenced critics with a superb hundred in the second, guiding South Africa to the brink of a historic victory in the World Test Championship final at Lord’s. Australia had looked to have the upper hand early on Day 3. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!A stubborn 59-run stand…

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  Angel Oak Capital Advisors senior market strategist Frank Ros discusses the impact of geopolitical uncertainty on markets after Israel’s attack on Iran.Investors flocked to safer assets, including gold and out of U.S. stocks, after Israel launched attacks against Iran’s nuclear sites. All three of the major U.S. averages fell Friday, erasing weekly gains, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average off over 500 points or 1%, while the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 lost 0.6% mid-afternoon. Ticker Security Last Change Change % I:DJI DOW JONES AVERAGES 42353.18 -614.44 -1.43% SP500 S&P 500 6003.26 -42.00 -0.69% I:COMP NASDAQ COMPOSITE INDEX 19530.242341 -132.24…

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently opened up about her journey in the industry and how things changed after taking a two-year break from acting. The ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ actress admitted that her definition of success had shifted following the hiatus.Samantha Ruth Prabhu shared her definition for successIn a recent conversation with Galatta Plus, Samantha said, “Today, my definition of success is freedom. Freedom to take a two-year break. I haven’t had a film release in two years. Freedom to grow, freedom to evolve, freedom to not be put in a box.”She took a break after finishing her 2023 film ‘Kushi’ with…

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NEW DELHI/SURAT: Passengers on two Surat-bound flights were forced to deboard on Friday due to technical issues. The affected flights were from Thailand to Surat and the one operating on the Jaipur–Bengaluru–Surat route.Air India Express Surat-Bangkok flight of Friday suffered a suspected bird arrival when it was about to land at its destination. The Boeing 737MAX landed safely and was grounded there. As a result, the aircraft could not operate the return Bangkok-Surat flight.”There were about 180 passengers who were supposed to fly to Surat. All guests were provided with hotel accommodation by the airline and gave them options including…

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The U.S. real estate market is about to see a shift in the coming months, according to an industry expert.  Mortgage rates declined for the first time in weeks, though they are still hovering near 7%, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, released Thursday, showed that the average rate on the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 6.84% from last week’s reading of 6.85%.The average rate on a 30-year loan was 6.95% a year ago. THESE STATES WERE THE HOUSING MARKET MVPS, ACCORDING TO REALTOR.COM “Mortgage rates have moved within a narrow range…

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Amitabh Bachchan, along with many celebrities, expressed grief over the Air India crash in Ahmedabad that claimed 265 lives. He shared a heartfelt message on X, while stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Anupam Kher offered condolences. Only one passenger survived the tragic accident involving former CM Vijay Rupani. Amitabh Bachchan has expressed his heartfelt grief alongside the Indian film fraternity over the devastating Air India crash in Ahmedabad. The tragic incident on June 12 resulted in the loss of 265 lives, including both passengers and crew members, marking a somber moment for the nation.Amitabh Bachchan’s Emotional MessageThe actor expressed…

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Google is tightening its return-to-office policies across multiple divisions, requiring remote employees within 50 miles of company offices to work on-site at least three days per week or face potential job loss. The tech giant announced the expanded mandate alongside voluntary buyout programs for US-based workers in Search, marketing, research, and core engineering teams.The new policy affects employees in Google’s Knowledge & Information division, which houses Search, ads and commerce operations, as well as Core engineering teams. Remote workers who live within 50 miles of approved Google offices must now transition to a hybrid 3-day schedule by September or accept…

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Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang explains how Israel’s attack on Iran could inspire Chinese defenses. Iran being set back on its heels by Israel means “nothing is off the table” for China and its military advances, according to one foreign policy expert. “The Chinese… they’re losing their proxy, Iran. Iran has been accomplishing China’s foreign policy goals for quite some time. And China’s Middle East policy is now in disarray,” Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang said on “Varney & Co.” Friday.”This is a point where China is suffering a terrible loss in the Middle East,” he continued. “It…

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Mollywood actor Unni Mukundan has expressed his shock upon hearing about the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12). The actor revealed that the site of the tragedy is not far from where he once lived and expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives.Unni Mukundan saddened by the Air India crashUnni was born in Thrissur, Kerala, and grew up in Ahmedabad until the age of 24. He shared how deeply the news had saddened him and his friends. In an interaction with Manorama, Unni said, “I came to know the plane crash took place in Meghaninagar,…

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Amid a sharp spike in global crude prices following Israel’s airstrike on Iran, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri said Friday that India has adequate energy supplies for the coming months and continues to navigate global energy volatility through a well-calibrated strategy.Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the minister said he conducted a periodic review of the energy availability scenario with senior executives from India’s oil industry. Hardeep Puri held a review meeting on Friday with the petroleum secretary and heads of Indian energy PSUs, ANI reported.”India’s energy strategy is shaped by successfully navigating…

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Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever brings the ball up court during the first half of a WNBA game against the Chicago Sky on August 30, 2024 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Melissa Tamez | Icon Sportswire | Getty ImagesThe WNBA and E.W. Scripps announced on Friday a new, multi-year media rights agreement to carry Friday night WNBA matchups on Ion.The new agreement also includes the “WNBA on Ion” studio show, the first weekly broadcast show dedicated exclusively to WNBA coverage.The value of the deal was not disclosed, but media reports peg the original deal that expires at the…

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Apara Mehta recounts her hectic year in 2000, balancing the demands of ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ and her dream project, ‘Devdas.’ She recalls receiving an unexpected call from Sanjay Leela Bhansali and working tirelessly for 17 days straight. Despite extreme exhaustion, being part of the film felt like a dream come true, making the sleepless nights worthwhile. Balancing two of the biggest projects of her career, Apara Mehta faced a whirlwind of fame, exhaustion, and silent dreams in the year 2000. As she juggled the emotionally charged sets of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and the grandeur…

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Pic credit: AP) As Israel unleashes one of its biggest strikes on Iran, its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday said that he expects “several waves of Iranian attacks.” In a video message, he confirmed that US was briefed before launching an attack on Iranian military and nuclear sites. However, he added that Israel leaves it to US President Donald Trump whether he wants to join Israeli defence forces in striking Iranian nuclear sites.’Trump makes decisions independently'”The United States knew about the attack in advance – what they do now, I leave to the president,”…

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Home goods retailer At Home prepares to close some stores amid bankruptcy plans; Bojangles explores potential $1.5 billion sale; fast food fans rank the best french fries across America. Anker Innovations is recalling more than 1.1 million power banks after some users reported fires and explosions.  The company said a problem could potentially make the lithium-ion battery within some of its Anker PowerCore 10000 power banks overheat “leading to melting of plastic components, smoke, and fire hazards.” The recall, announced Thursday, specifically applies to Anker PowerCore 10000 power banks bearing the model number “A1263” and certain serial numbers that were sold…

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Sunjay Kapur, former husband of Karisma Kapoor and automotive industry leader, died at 53 in London after a bee sting caused a fatal cardiac arrest during a polo match. Kangana Ranaut expressed shock, while Sona Comstar and Suhel Seth offered condolences. He is survived by his children from two marriages. Sunjay Kapur, a prominent figure in the Indian automotive sector and former husband of actress Karisma Kapoor, passed away in London at the age of 53. Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut expressed her condolences, describing his death as a devastating and shocking loss.Kangana Ranaut’s Emotional Instagram PostTaking to Instagram stories,…

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