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Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda ditched the honeymoon for a buddymoon in Thailand: What it is and why you need one too

For decades, the standard post-wedding move for Indian couples was a secluded, “just the two of us” getaway. But as anyone who has survived a three-day big fat Indian wedding knows, the transition from 500 guests to total isolation can be a bit of a shock.Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda just proved that the coolest…

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Strait of Hormuz disruptions: India’s crude buys from Russia may double from January levels; reach 40% of oil imports

Russian oil supplies to India could rise sharply, potentially doubling from January levels to account for at least 40% of India’s total imports. (AI image) As supply disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz continue due to the US-Iran war, India has stepped up its purchases of Russian crude oil. In fact, compared to the January…

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James Tolkan’s must-watch films

James Tolkan, the gravel-voiced king of tough-guy roles, is being remembered for his unforgettable performances following news of his passing. A defining presence in Hollywood’s character-actor legacy, he has left an indelible mark on cinema as the ultimate tough-guy archetype. From drill-sergeant principals to corrupt cops and military hardliners, his commanding presence elevated every scene…

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War to end in ‘weeks, not months’: Rubio says no need to send ground troops to Iran

The United States expects its military operations against Iran to conclude within “weeks, not months,” and can achieve its objectives without deploying ground troops, secretary of state Marco Rubio said on Friday. Speaking after meetings with G7 counterparts in France, Rubio said Washington was “on or ahead of schedule in that operation, and expect to…

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