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22

Aug

Entertainment

Preity Zinta, Kunal Kemmu unite for ‘VIBE’

Actors Preity G Zinta and Kunal Kemmu are set to share screen space in the upcoming action-comedy 'VIBE'. The teaser of the high-stakes film was unveiled on Friday and shows Kemmu and Sparsh Shrivastava as two ordinary friends who suddenly find themselves caught in a dangerous situation. The teaser introduces Kunal as Hardik and Sparsh as Bugs, who are neither trained nor ready to become heroes but are pushed into a mission to protect the country. What follows is a mix of action, comedy and chaos as the two get caught up in a situation much bigger than…

Who are Erik Slavin, Lara Korte? Stars and Stripes editor, reporter fired by Pentagon for ‘insubordination’ |

22

Aug

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

Who are Erik Slavin, Lara Korte? Stars and Stripes editor, reporter fired by Pentagon for ‘insubordination’ |

The Pentagon has fired two journalists at Stars and Stripes after they publicly defended the military newspaper's editorial independence. Editor-in-chief Erik Slavin and Middle East reporter Lara Korte were both given separation notices on Friday, with the Pentagon citing “insubordination” as the reason. Publisher Max Lederer was also dismissed, days after announcing that he planned to retire.The move has put a fresh spotlight on the long-running tension between the Pentagon and Stars and Stripes, a military newspaper that receives government funding but has traditionally operated independently from the military chain of command.So, who are Slavin and Korte, and what exactly…

SFI–ABVP violent face-off at Jadavpur University injures 4

22

Aug

By The Press Editor

Politics, States

SFI–ABVP violent face-off at Jadavpur University injures 4

Tension gripped the campus of Jadavpur University late Wednesday night following a violent clash between supporters of rival student organisations, leading to injuries and escalating political confrontation. According to reports, at least four members affiliated with the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) were injured in the altercation and were subsequently admitted to a nearby private hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment. The incident reportedly stemmed from a General Body (GB) meeting called by the CPI(M)’s students wing, Students’ Federation of India (SFI) and other Left-leaning student groups earlier in the day. ABVP members opposed the meeting, arguing that…

US-Canada fail to reach trade deal, Carney vows to match Trump’s 50% tariffs ‘dollar for dollar’ | DETAILS

22

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

US-Canada fail to reach trade deal, Carney vows to match Trump’s 50% tariffs ‘dollar for dollar’ | DETAILS

The United States is set to impose 50% tariffs on billions of dollars worth of Canadian goods early Saturday after last-minute negotiations between the two countries failed to resolve a fresh dispute, further straining relations between the long-standing allies. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Canada had declined to finalise a trade agreement based on terms discussed earlier in the week. He said Washington had offered Canada favourable treatment compared with other major exporters, but accused Ottawa of introducing new demands and reversing previous commitments. "Tonight, Canada declined to finalise the trade deal under the terms agreed earlier this week,”…

Two men injured in stabbing at gurdwara in Canada’s Edmonton, suspect with history of violence nabbed

22

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Two men injured in stabbing at gurdwara in Canada’s Edmonton, suspect with history of violence nabbed

Two men were injured at the Nanaksar Gurdwara temple in Canada's Edmonton on Friday morning (local time) after a man armed with a screwdriver entered the Sikh place of worship and interrupted morning prayers, police said. The incident took place at around 5 am at the sprawling Nanaksar Gurdwara complex in northeast Edmonton. A 27-year-old man was taken into custody following the stabbing, CBC news reported. Edmonton Police Service (EPS) Acting Inspector Eric Stewart said during a news conference that police received a report of a man walking in traffic shortly before officers were called to the temple. The suspect then…

22

Aug

By The Press Editor

Entertainment

‘Michael’ sequel to explore abuse allegations: Jaafar Jackson

Actor Jaafar Jackson, who portrayed his late uncle Michael Jackson in the biopic 'Michael', has said he hopes the sequel will provide greater insight into the child sexual abuse allegations against the King of Pop from his point of view. Speaking in an interview, Jaafar, 30, said he does not have a say in which aspects of Michael Jackson's later life will be portrayed in the sequel, but expressed hope that the film would allow his uncle's voice to be heard. "I think the second film will give even more insight from his point of view, because at…

Trump declares Strait of Hormuz as American territory as Iran talks stall; Tehran fires ‘revenge’ warning

22

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Trump declares Strait of Hormuz as American territory as Iran talks stall; Tehran fires ‘revenge’ warning

US President Donald Trump has said Iran must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon and described the strategically important Strait of Hormuz as “American territory” amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. Addressing a rally in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Trump warned that Iran could not be permitted to acquire a nuclear weapon and said the US had already taken steps to prevent it. "We cannot let them have a nuclear weapon; we cannot let Iran have a nuclear weapon, or you will see some very bad things," Trump said. "We went down, and we stopped them; they will…

‘Little fat black shirt’: Bengaluru customer finds shocking body-shaming remark on Subko Coffee bill; coffee chain apologises |

21

Aug

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

‘Little fat black shirt’: Bengaluru customer finds shocking body-shaming remark on Subko Coffee bill; coffee chain apologises |

A Bengaluru customer was left stunned after allegedly finding the words “Little fat black shirt” printed on his bill at popular coffee chain Subko instead of his name. The incident, which reportedly took place at Subko The Craftery in Koramangala, has since prompted the cafe to issue a public apology.The customer shared his experience on Reddit, writing under the title, “Subko didn’t use my name. They used my body to describe me.” He also posted pictures of the cafe and the receipt.“I went to Subko The Craftery, ordered my food, paid my bill, and later looked at the receipt. Under…

Mamata failed for years on border security: Shah

21

Aug

By The Press Editor

Politics

Mamata failed for years on border security: Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on the second day of his North Bengal tour, launched a direct attack on former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee while praising Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari for what he described as the state government's renewed focus on border security. Addressing a special programme at the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Frontier Headquarters in Siliguri, Shah recalled that the state's former Chief Minister had traditionally been invited to such events but, according to him, had never attended. He specifically thanked Adhikari for attending the programme. Shah said the change in the state government's approach…

21

Aug

By The Press Editor

Entertainment

Rhea Chakraborty on being branded a ‘traitor’

Actor Rhea Chakraborty, who is currently seen in the second season of 'The Traitors', opened up about her past and why she did not want to take on the role of a 'traitor' on the reality show. In the fifth episode of the popular show, Shweta Tiwari asked Rhea to explain why she was not the traitor. Rhea said she did not want to take on a role that could remind people of the difficult phase in her personal life. "I don't want to be the traitor. The reason is that the world already sees me as a…