Mithali Raj is one of India’s most iconic cricketers and former captain of the national women’s team, known for her discipline, consistency and record-breaking career. Her home in Hyderabad reflects these same qualities, offering a calm, elegant and deeply personal space that mirrors her grounded lifestyle and successful journey both on and off the field….
US President Donald Trump. (AP photo) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday claimed that the United States had secretly facilitated the movement of millions of barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz without Iran’s knowledge, describing it as a covert operation that Tehran was learning about only now.Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office,…
Pradeep Ranganathan’s latest, ‘LIK’ (Love Insurance Kompany), a futuristic romantic drama, has garnered mixed reviews but crossed ₹50 crore worldwide by day nine. The film, set in 2040 where a dating app guarantees relationships, stars Ranganathan and Krithi Shetty. Despite a slow second week, its premise explores technology versus natural emotions in love. After ‘Dude’,…
A Chinese researcher working in the United States has pleaded guilty to smuggling E. coli into the country. 32-year-old Youhuang Xiang, a Chinese national and former postdoctoral researcher on a J-1 visa at Indiana University, was sentenced to more than four months in prison after admitting to concealing bacterial DNA in a shipment sent from…
This week offers a diverse slate of OTT releases, perfect for a long weekend binge. From the comedic courtroom antics of ‘Maamla Legal Hai 2’ and the quirky mission of Vir Das’s ‘Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos’ to thrilling dramas like ‘Bloodhounds 2’ and ‘Gangs of Galicia 2’, there’s something for every taste. This week is…
Lamont Newell, a 17-year-old student from South Los Angeles, has drawn national attention after earning admission to 65 colleges while overcoming homelessness and family hardship. The valedictorian of Verbum Dei Jesuit High School graduated with a 4.4 GPA and has chosen to attend Columbia University on a reported full-ride scholarship to study industrial engineering. According…
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz caresses with the trophy after defeating Italy’s Jannik Sinner in the final of the French Open tennis tournament, Sunday, June 8, 2025, in Paris. (AP Photo) Carlos Alcaraz will not defend his French Open title this year, as the two-time reigning champion has pulled out of both the Rome Masters and French…
Arjun Erigaisi and Magnus Carlsen (Video grab) Magnus Carlsen defeated Yagiz Kaan in a must-win situation in the classical game and then beat Arjun Erigaisi twice with black pieces in the blitz tiebreak.The result gave the Norwegian world No. 1 the TePe Sigeman & Co. chess title in Malmo, Sweden, on Thursday. It was the…
During a recent interview, Anne Hathaway reminisced about an unforgettable moment at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, sharing a touching note the pop star sent her. She noted how Taylor’s emotional depth and creative spirit served as a pivotal influence for her new film, ‘Mother Mary,’ which includes a nod to the iconic ‘Reputation’ tour in…
Emilio Gay and Andrew Strauss (Getty Images) Batter Emilio Gay announced himself on the grandest stage of English cricket with a composed half-century at Lord’s, etching his name into the record books during the opening Test against New Zealand on Friday.The left-handed opener struck a patient 57 off 95 deliveries in England’s second innings, playing…