The United States alleged that China was using environmental and legal justifications to advance broader maritime claims across the South China Sea. The United States has rejected China’s attempts to enforce what it called a destabilising “national nature reserve” at Scarborough Reef. It said that Beijing is using environmental and legal measures to strengthen its…
The ‘Toy Story 5’ premiere was a starry affair with the film’s star cast lining up for the big event. Joining Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, was superstar Taylor Swift, who made a quiet entry at the red carpet event.The singer delighted fans and the media with a surprise appearance at the Los Angeles…
Venezuela quakes leave widespread devastation as rescue efforts continue The death toll from two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela has climbed to 589, while 2,980 people have been injured, acting President Delcy Rodríguez said early Friday as international rescue teams arrived to assist with relief efforts.Speaking alongside government and military officials, Rodríguez said search-and-rescue operations remained…
Toyota Kirloskar Motor is stepping into India’s growing anime and pop-culture space with a new partnership. The carmaker has announced its collaboration with Animation Express for Anime India 2026, a multi-city event series focused on anime, manga, gaming and Japanese pop culture. Toyota at Anime India 2026: Venue and dates The first event under this…
David and Victoria Beckham’s £6.15 million Cotswolds home gets the green light for ‘Blackpool-style’ lake illuminations, a hot tub and firepit despite objections from a critic based in Australia. (Photo: Instagram/Alamy) David and Victoria Beckham have secured planning permission to install extensive lighting around a lake at their £6.15 million Cotswolds home, despite objections from…
The J. Paul Getty Museum has acquired a long-lost 17th-century portrait by Spanish painter Diego Velázquez, bringing the first work by the Baroque master into the museum’s permanent collection. The oil painting, titled Portrait of the Count-Duke of Olivares, was officially announced by the Los Angeles museum on 23 September 2026. Before its recent discovery…
Rajinikanth’s much-awaited ‘Jailer 2’ has started building momentum as the film moves closer to its theatrical release. With only a few months left for the big-screen arrival, the makers have begun unveiling exciting updates to keep the excitement alive among fans. After creating curiosity with the announcement of the first single, the team has now…
Varun Batchigari is suspected of first-degree murder in the death of University of Arizona student Julissa Rubi Salazar. (Screengrab from YT video) An Indian man accused of killing his 19-year-old girlfriend in Tucson, Arizona, was arrested in Germany after allegedly fleeing the US.Varun Batchigari, 20, is suspected of first-degree murder in the death of University…
Muzammil Ahmad, a key figure in a gold scam targeting seniors in Texas, was arrested as he was boarding a flight to Saudi Arabia. A 35-year-old man accused of playing a central role in an international fraud network that allegedly stole more than $250 million from elderly victims has been arrested at New York’s John…
