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100 days of Donald Trump: US in a ‘whirlwind’ | World News

Donald Trump (File Photo) The inauguration on January 20, 2025, marked the start of Donald Trump‘s second presidency. Since he took office, so much has changed in US politics that it’s hard to believe it’s only been 100 days, during which numerous 180-degree turns have occurred. Whether it’s fundamental shifts in US foreign policy or […]

Dev Patel to write, direct, and star in period revenge thriller ‘The Peasant’

Dev Patel attends a premiere for the film ‘Monkey Man’ | Photo Credit: REUTERS Dev Patel is expanding his filmmaking journey with The Peasant, a high-stakes period action thriller set in medieval India. Patel will direct, co-write, produce, and star in the film, reuniting with Thunder Road Pictures, the company behind his breakout directorial debut […]

Brad Pitt to star in A24’s ‘The Riders’ from ‘Conclave’ director Edward Berger

This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Brad Pitt in a scene from ‘F1’ | Photo Credit: Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures Brad Pitt is set to lead The Riders, an upcoming A24 feature directed by Conclavefilmmaker Edward Berger. The film adapts Tim Winton’s acclaimed 1995 novel, which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize, […]

The Papuan olive python: A snake with chameleon’s capabilities |

The Papuan olive python (Apodora papuana) is a truly unique creature from the rainforests of New Guinea. Known for its ability to change colours, this giant snake fascinates researchers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. While its typical olive-green appearance is striking, it can shift to shades of yellow or black, often displaying two colours at once. […]

Who was Vanshika Saini? 21-year-old Indian student found dead at Ottawa beach in Canada

(Photo: FB/ Ottawa Indo-Canadians Association) A 21-year-old Indian student from Dera Bassi, Punjab, was found dead under mysterious circumstances at a beach in Ottawa, Canada.The deceased, identified as Vanshika Saini, was the daughter of Davinder Saini, an aide to AAP MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa, and had been studying in Ottawa for the past two and […]

Shabana Azmi, Resul Pookutty, Sudhir Mishra remember Shahji Karun : Bollywood News

The passing of filmmaker Shahji Karun has left the Indian and global cinema community heartbroken. A master craftsman whose works like Piravi and Swaham redefined the language of Indian visual storytelling, Shahji Karun’s loss is being deeply mourned by colleagues, friends, and admirers. Shabana Azmi, Resul Pookutty, Sudhir Mishra remember Shahji Karun Veteran actress and […]

Padma Bhushan Ajith Kumar urges peace after Pahalgam terror attack, pays tribute to Indian armed forces

Tamil film actor S. Ajith Kumar arrives to receive the Padma Bhushan during the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi | Photo Credit: PTI Ajith Kumar, recently honoured with the Padma Bhushan, has spoken out on the tragic Pahalgam terror attack, urging Indians to rise above divisions and foster unity. The actor […]

Why is Germany’s next chancellor, Merz, so unpopular? | World News

Friedrich Merz (Photo: X) If all goes to plan, Friedrich Merz will become the Federal Republic‘s 10th chancellor on May 6. The two remaining hurdles appear to be formalities: On Monday, his conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) will convene for a special party conference to approve the coalition contract with the center-left Social Democratic Party […]

Payal Kapadia joins Cannes 2025 jury alongside Halle Berry, Jeremy Strong and more

Payal Kapadia joins Cannes 2025 jury alongside Halle Berry, Jeremy Strong and more | Photo Credit: Reuters Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia, fresh off her Grand Prix win at Cannes 2024 for All We Imagine As Light, has been named a jury member for the 78th Cannes Film Festival. The panel for 2025 features a global […]

Payal Kapadia Returns To Cannes Film Festival As Jury Headed By French Actor Juliette Binoche

Quick Take Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Filmmaker Payal Kapadia will serve on the Cannes jury in 2025. Kapadia won the Grand Prix for her film All We Imagine As Light in 2024. Her debut film was the first from India in Cannes Competition in 30 years. New Delhi: Filmmaker Payal Kapadia is returning […]