Haq secures no. 1 spot in India on Netflix, trends in top 10 across 14 countries : Bollywood News

[ad_1] HAQ has emerged as one of the most closely watched Hindi releases on Netflix at the start of 2026, marking a significant moment in the evolving cinematic legacy of Suparn S. Varma. In an OTT landscape often driven by short-lived spikes, the film has demonstrated sustained traction through both viewership and conversation, reinforcing Varma’s […]

How a simple school prayer turned 23-year-old teacher from Bihar into an internet star overnight |

[ad_1] “I never imagined I would become famous,” says Shalini Singh, her voice carrying a quiet, childlike innocence. Sitting beside her husband, also her colleague, she recounts how an ordinary video, uploaded without any expectation, changed her life almost overnight. “I had recorded it only to share in the class parents’ WhatsApp group. Since I […]

Trusting Khomeini: Old NYT article praising former Supreme Leader surfaces amid Iran protests | World News

[ad_1] As protests continue to challenge Iran’s clerical establishment, a 1979 opinion article from the New York Times has resurfaced online. Titled Trusting Khomeini, the piece portrayed Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini as a restrained religious figure unlikely to exercise direct political power. Its renewed circulation reflects the sharp contrast between those early interpretations and Iran’s current […]

IShowSpeed says “never again” after weight loss drink sends him running to washroom during South Africa livestream

[ad_1] Popular YouTube streamer Darren “IShowSpeed” has gone viral after an awkward moment during his ongoing African tour. A clip from his South Africa livestream showed the 20-year-old rushing to find a bathroom after drinking a product that claimed to help with weight loss. The incident took place during Speed Does Africa, his current travel […]

Kevin Pietersen urges England to bring back Andy Flower to replace Brendan McCullum after Ashes loss

[ad_1] Kevin Pietersen has recommended England to bring back former coach Andy Flower to replace Brendon McCullum following their Ashes 2025-26 debacle. McCullum’s future has come under the scanner following England’s poor outing down under as they lost the series 1-4. With the England and Wales cricket board launching a review of the team’s performance, […]

‘Our gratitude’: Moscow says US to release two Russian crew members from seized oil tanker; move after request to Trump

[ad_1] The Russian-flagged tanker was seized on Wednesday Russia announced on Friday that the United States will release two Russian crew members from a Russian-flagged oil tanker seized by US forces in the Atlantic Ocean two days ago.“In response to our request, US President Donald Trump has decided to release two Russian citizens aboard the […]

Dubai cancels flights to Iran amid regional tensions and airspace concerns | World News

[ad_1] Dubai cancels multiple flights to Iran amid regional disruptions / Image: file In a swift response to shifting regional dynamics, Friday, January 9, 2026, became a day of unexpected “grounding” for hundreds of travelers. At least six major flights scheduled to depart from Dubai to various Iranian hubs were abruptly cancelled. According to data […]

Dubai rolls out driverless RoboTaxis at 65 locations, offering 24/7 rides and app-based booking | World News

[ad_1] Dubai launches its driverless RoboTaxi rollout across 65 locations / Image: file Dubai is officially stepping into the future. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the Phase 1 rollout of its much-anticipated driverless robotaxi service. In partnership with the US-based autonomous vehicle company Cruise, these self-driving cars are no longer just a […]

UAE restricts scholarships for students to study in UK amid concerns over Islamist radicalisation | World News

[ad_1] The UAE halted scholarships for UK studies, citing Muslim Brotherhood concerns, sharply reducing Emirati student enrolment/Image: AP The United Arab Emirates has taken a decisive step to limit government funding for emirati students who want to study at British universities, reflecting rising tensions over the UK’s stance on the Islamist Muslim Brotherhood. The move […]

Manchester City sign Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo from AFC Bournemouth on a five-and-a-half-year deal

[ad_1] Manchester City have completed the signing of Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo from AFC Bournemouth on a five-and-a-half-year contract as Pep Guardiola looks to bolster his attacking options in the club’s pursuit of the Premier League and Champions League titles. Semenyo has been one of Bournemouth’s standout performers this season, scoring 10 league goals to […]