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IF 2026 has taught us anything so far, it is that resilience in the third sector is no longer optional. Charities are navigating one of the most demanding landscapes we have seen in years. Global needs are growing and we are feeling increasing pressure on our limited resources. In times like these, hope becomes more than an idea it becomes a driving force. A reason to keep building, supporting and showing up, even when the path ahead feels uncertain. Dr Nik Kotecha OBE DL speaks about his chari

Highlights Kangana Ranaut has responded to Sharmila Tagore's comments on Vande Mataram . Tagore said some sections of the song may not align with the beliefs of people who believe in one God. Kangana defended the song's imagery as poetry and urged people to move beyond a Hindu-Muslim mindset. Kangana Ranaut has reacted to Sharmila Tagore' s comments on Vande Mataram , pushing back against the veteran actor's concerns about the religious references in the National Song. Tagore recently spoke abou

ARMED pirates have seized two commercial vessels carrying 22 Indian nationals in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia, taking control of the vessels and their crews, a senior shipping ministry official said on Friday. The two incidents involved an Eritrea-flagged oil products tanker in the Gulf of Aden, around 30 nautical miles off the coast of Yemen, and a Cameroon-flagged cargo ship off Somalia's Puntland coast. The official said the Indian crew members were safe according to the latest in

Highlights Allu Arjun urged fans and critics to stop trolling and focus on positivity. His comments come as online fan wars have become increasingly hostile in Telugu cinema. The actor said people should spend time on what they enjoy rather than attacking others online. Allu Arjun has weighed in on one of the Telugu film industry's biggest online problems, urging fans to stop engaging in trolling and hate campaigns as fan rivalries continue to dominate social media. Speaking at the annual Allu A

ENGLISH county Warwickshire Bears have signed India opener Pratika Rawal until the end of the 2026 domestic season, the club announced on Tuesday. The 25-year-old will be available for selection for Warwickshire's Metro Bank One Day Cup match against Yorkshire at Edgbaston on August 19. She will link up with the squad ahead of the next round of Metro Bank One Day Cup fixtures, which begin on August 19. Warwickshire Bears Women head coach Ali Maiden said: This is a fantastic signing for the team,

Highlights Dulquer Salmaan, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Nivin Pauly will release films within 24 hours of each other. I'm Game , Khalifa and Bethlehem Kudumba Unit target different audiences during Kerala's biggest festive season. The rare three-way clash could reshape how Malayalam cinema approaches holiday releases. Malayalam cinema is heading into one of its most closely watched box office weekends in recent years as Dulquer Salmaan, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Nivin Pauly prepare to release new fi

Highlights Glen Hansard built a career spanning music, film and live performance. He rose from fronting The Frames to winning an Academy Award for Once . These are the milestones that shaped one of Ireland's most celebrated artists. Glen Hansard, who has died aged 56 following a motorcycle crash in Co Dublin, spent more than three decades building a career that crossed rock music, independent cinema and solo songwriting. Here are eight moments that defined his journey. 1. He fronted one of Irela

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been valued at an estimated $20.6 billion after ownership deals involving two of its biggest franchises, according to a report released by investment bank Houlihan Lokey on Wednesday. The report said the T20 league's value increased by 10.3 per cent over the past year, reinforcing its position as one of the world's most valuable sports brands. On a per-match basis, only the NFL ranks ahead of the IPL globally, it added. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, IPL champio

Highlights Sony releases the first trailer for Jumanji: Open World Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan reprise their roles The film reunites much of the cast and creative team behind the reboot series Sony has released the first trailer for Jumanji: Open World , giving fans their first look at the next adventure for Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan. The film reunites the stars of the rebooted franchise, which has become one of Sony's biggest blockbuster