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Amanda Seyfried to voice Cinderella

Amanda Seyfried to voice Cinderella

Hollywood star Amanda Seyfried will lend her voice to the character of Cinderella for Netflix's original animated film "Steps". ย  Scheduled for release later in 2026, this animated reimagining of Cinderella shifts the focus to the perspective of her stepsisters. ย  Seyfried shared the picture of her character on her Instagram handle on Wednesday as she announced the news. "'STEPS' @netflixfilm," she wrote in the caption. ย  The film is directed by Alyce Tzue and John Ripa and revolves around stepsister Lilith (Ali Wong), who is wrongly blamed for a mishap at the royal ball. She must team up with…
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Who is Mukul Choudhary? Know his salary and 3 franchises that bid for him in IPL 2026 auction

Who is Mukul Choudhary? Know his salary and 3 franchises that bid for him in IPL 2026 auction

Kolkata: Mukul Choudhary stole the show for Lucknow Super Giants in the high-voltage clash against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens. The 21-year-old arrived at the crease when the Risbabh Pant-led side was reduced to 104/5 in the 12.5 overs and the game was slowly slipping away from the hands of the visitors. Ayush Badoni, who was looking in good touch and scored 54 runs, departed soon and all the responsibility fell on Mukul. At one point, the game seemed to be done and dusted in KKRโ€™s favour but Mukul had a different plan. He launched a scathing attack…
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Personality test: Choose a key, it reveals how you deal with problems |

Personality test: Choose a key, it reveals how you deal with problems |

There is something oddly poetic about a key. It isnโ€™t just a notched piece of metal; itโ€™s a tiny, portable promise of access. It represents the moment a mystery ends and a doorโ€”whether literal or metaphoricalโ€”finally swings open.In the messiness of real life, our "inner key" isnโ€™t just about the doors we open, but how we choose to unlock them. Are you someone who uses brute-force logic, a burst of creative intuition, or a deep sense of empathy when dealing with problems? This quick visual personality test claims to decode how your brain functions when solving problems. Intriguing, isn't it?…
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Mukul Choudhary’s miraculous knock stuns KKR at Eden Gardens, LSG win by three wickets

Mukul Choudhary’s miraculous knock stuns KKR at Eden Gardens, LSG win by three wickets

Kolkata: Lucknow Super Giants have pulled off a miraculous win over Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2026 clash at Eden Gardens. The game was far out of their reach at one point, but Mukul Choudhary played some phenomenal cricket in the middle, smacking sixes for fun to get the job done. He barely had any support from the other end, so he took the matter into his own hands and pulled off a historic win over Kolkata on their home turf. Leading up to the season, LSG head coach Justin Langer lauded Mukul for his six-hitting abilities and when…
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Trump calls Netanyahu to curtail strikes on Lebanon to support Iran’s ceasefire negotiations: Report

Trump calls Netanyahu to curtail strikes on Lebanon to support Iran’s ceasefire negotiations: Report

Washington: In a significant diplomatic development, United States President Donald Trump urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to scale back Israel's military operations in Lebanon, NBC News reported citing a senior administration official. The request was made during a telephonic conversation on Wednesday, with Washington seeking to avoid any flare-up that could jeopardise the ongoing negotiations with Iran. According to officials, Tel Aviv agreed "to be a helpful partner" although both Israel and the US maintain that Lebanon is not part of the ceasefire framework The discussion followed an earlier public declaration by Netanyahu on the same day, in which…
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Why has no Indian broadcaster bid for media rights yet?

FIFA World Cup 2026: Why has no Indian broadcaster bid for media rights yet?

New Delhi: With the FIFA World Cup 2026 set to begin in June, uncertainty looms over its broadcast in India as media rights for the tournament remain is not yet finalised. No broadcaster, be it for television or digital coverage, has approached FIFA to own the rights, which has left the fans in a dilemma over the competition. Notably, the rights sales process has been underway since mid-2025, but it has failed to generate meaningful traction in the market. FIFA had initially pegged the combined value of the 2026 and 2030 editions at $100 million. That figure was later revised…
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Israel to begin direct talks with Lebanon on disarming Hezbollah: Netanyahu

Israel to begin direct talks with Lebanon on disarming Hezbollah: Netanyahu

Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said that he has instructed his cabinet to begin direct talks with Lebanon "as soon as possible" to disarm Hezbollah and establish "peace relations" between the two countries.ย This comes a day after Israel launched deadlyย strikes on Lebanon across Beirut, the Bekaa Valley, and the southern part of the country, which killed over 200 people. According to news agency AFP, Israeli media outlets reported that Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, would represent the country in the talks. Negotiations will focus on disarming Hezbollah:ย Netanyahu According toย Netanyahu's office,ย the talks would focus on…
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India caps refinery margins after windfall tax to curb fuel losses as global oil crisis hits domestic prices

India caps refinery margins after windfall tax to curb fuel losses as global oil crisis hits domestic prices

New Delhi: India has moved to restrict refinery margins after imposing a windfall levy on fuel exports aiming to cushion the growing losses on domestic petrol and diesel sales. The ongoing conflict in West Asia has triggered a sharp rise in global crude prices which has left state-run oil marketers struggling to keep retail rates unchanged while refinery profits balloon, news agency PTI reported citing sources. To counter the uneven gains and ensure adequate domestic availability, the government recently levied a Special Additional Excise Duty on diesel and ATF exports. This move was aimed at preventing refiners from earning excessive…
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Finn Allen’s controversial dismissal against LSG puts umpires under scrutiny | WATCH

Finn Allen’s controversial dismissal against LSG puts umpires under scrutiny | WATCH

Kolkata: Finn Allen had a rough start to his IPL career, having been dismissed for 37, 28, 6 and 9 runs in the first four games of the 2026 season. The New Zealand international arrived with a lot of promise, especially after a 33-ball century against South Africa in the T20 World Cup semi-final, but Allen has struggled to live up to the potential. Even against Lucknow at Eden Gardens, he was struggling heavily before Prince Yadav got the better of him. The dismissal, however, has stirred a controversy on social media, with even commentators talking about it. Notably, the…
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