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Highlights Orry opens up about the experience he says left him traumatised in 2021. He says the ordeal changed how he deals with hate and criticism today. The fallout also ended his friendship with actress Sara Ali Khan. Orry explains why he now feels the painful experience made him stronger. Orry has opened up about a deeply difficult period in his life, claiming an experience involving actress Amrita Singh left him feeling as though he had been through hell. The social media personality, whose

Highlights Jacob Tremblay plays a young Ted Kaczynski in Netflix's new thriller. The film explores the controversial Harvard experiments that shaped part of his story. Russell Crowe plays the professor behind the psychological study. The trailer hints at a dark descent from gifted student to notorious criminal. Long before Ted Kaczynski became known as the Unabomber, he was a teenage Harvard student whose future looked very different. Netflix 's upcoming thriller Unabomber explores the disturbin

Highlights Hrehaan Roshan makes his music debut with This Heavenly Place . Hrithik Roshan shares a heartfelt message for his son. The young artist takes on the roles of singer, songwriter and guitarist. Hrehaan's famous family rallies around his first musical milestone. Hrehaan Roshan has just shared a deeply personal side of himself with the world, and his father Hrithik Roshan could not have been more proud. The son of the Bollywood star and designer Sussanne Khan has made his debut as an inde

96,710 homes were sold across the UK in July Transactions were 1 per cent lower than a year earlier and 2 per cent below June Property searches rose 7 per cent year-on-year, pointing to stronger buyer interest heading into autumn The UK housing market had a subdued July, with the number of completed home sales falling as higher mortgage costs and economic uncertainty continued to keep buyers and sellers cautious. An estimated 96,710 residential properties changed hands across the UK in July, acc

Highlights: A British dentist has treated 200 rescued bears. His animal dentistry journey began in India in 2000. A rescued sloth bear was brought back after his heart stopped. He has also treated tigers, lions, hyenas and gorillas. His work helps animals rescued from poaching and abuse. For 40 years, Paul Cassar has worked as a dentist in Chichester, West Sussex, treating human patients. But in 2000, his career took an unexpected turn that brought him to India and into the world of wildlife res

4G-connected charging case means Plaud One can record without a smartphone or Wi-Fi Up to 30 hours of recordings can be stored using the charging case $249.99 price tag comes with $200 of Plaud AI credits, but ongoing AI features can require a subscription Plaud is taking another shot at making AI hardware useful with a pair of earbuds that can record, transcribe and summarize conversations without being connected to a smartphone. The Plaud One Explorer Edition combines wireless earbuds with a c

671bhp from three electric motors driving all four wheels 406 miles of claimed range from a 94kWh battery 0-62mph in 2.7 seconds, matching the Porsche Taycan Turbo Mercedes-AMG has turned its latest electric CLA into a seriously fast performance car, with the new CLA 45 reaching 62mph in just 2.7 seconds. That puts it ahead of the BMW i4 M60 and Tesla Model 3 Performance in terms of acceleration, while matching the Porsche Taycan Turbo. Prices start at 66,750 for the saloon and 67,750 for the Sh

Highlights: 15,000+ women could have undiagnosed childbirth-related PTSD each year. Up to 1 in 16 mothers may develop PTSD after childbirth. PTSD can occur even after a medically uncomplicated birth. Symptoms can be mistaken for postnatal depression or anxiety. Experts want ongoing mental-health support, rather than relying on one postnatal check. For a new mother, the weeks after childbirth are often described as a time of bonding, adjustment and learning to care for a baby. But for some women,

Highlights These shows put sibling bonds at the heart of their stories. From chaotic families to quiet acts of sacrifice, each series explores love between brothers and sisters differently. Perfect picks for a Raksha Bandhan binge with the family. Some of these sibling relationships are far from perfect, but that is what makes them feel real. Raksha Bandhan is a celebration of the bond between brothers and sisters, but sibling love is rarely as simple as tying a rakhi and exchanging gifts. Real

Highlights: One in four UK health workers reported lasting COVID symptoms. 26.5 per cent of health workers worldwide still had symptoms after a year. Fatigue was the most common problem, affecting 35 per cent. Brain fog, headaches and loss of taste or smell were also common. Many health workers felt they had to keep working despite being unwell. Almost six years after COVID-19 first changed the world, health workers are still living with the consequences of the virus. For many of the people who

Highlights Peter Cullen's Hollywood legacy goes far beyond Optimus Prime. One of his most famous performances was almost impossible to separate from the character itself. Despite decades of iconic voice work, Cullen's recognition came surprisingly late. His career highlights a bigger problem with how Hollywood treats voice actors. Peter Cullen spent decades giving Hollywood something it could not manufacture: a voice audiences could recognise within seconds. As Optimus Prime, his deep, measured

AS THE death toll surges, UK families have moved to Nepal in search of their missing relatives. The death toll from the floods in Nepal and Tibet has risen to at least 475, with several hundred people missing, including 537 tourists. Among the British nationals reported missing are a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy. On Friday, Nepalese authorities released a list of the names of all known missing tourists, 33 of which are British nationals. Fishtail Tours and Travels confirmed Leena Bector,

HOME SECRETARY Shabana Mahmood said the asylum backlog is down, the number of asylum seekers in hotels is falling, illegal working arrests are at record levels, and deportations and returns are up markedly, as new government data showed a sharp fall in migration-related numbers. A little over two years into office and the asylum backlog is down, the number of asylum seekers in hotels is falling, illegal working arrests are at record levels, and deportations and returns are up markedly, she said.

Highlights Blake Lively was awarded more than $400,000 in legal fees, far below the $8 million she requested. The judge criticised the number of hours claimed and noted missing invoices. Emily Baldoni has spoken publicly about the emotional toll of the legal battle. What could something like this even happen? Emily Baldoni asked in a video shared on Instagram in July, reflecting on the lengthy legal battle involving her husband, Justin Baldoni, and Blake Lively. Her comments came as the dispute

UK ENERGY bills are set to rise in October, the sector regulator Ofgem announced on Wednesday, as the Middle East war drives up wholesale gas prices. Higher energy costs have raised concerns about a fresh spike in inflation, piling pressure on the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who has made lowering the cost of living a priority. Ofgem, which sets every quarter the price cap that suppliers can charge customers, said the cap would increase four per cent from October, adding around 5 ($7) per mo

Cllr Marilyn Ashton was honoured by the World Book of Records in recognition of her 25 years of public service, while Padma Shri Bob Blackman CBE MP was recognised by International Siddhashram Shakti Centre UK for his longstanding service to the community. The honours were presented during the historic Sant Sansad at Harrow Leisure Centre, in the presence of more than 25 revered saints and spiritual leaders from India and around the world, as Siddhashram marked its Silver Jubilee 25 years of Sa

Highlights Prithviraj Sukumaran brings plenty of style and screen presence to the gold-smuggling thriller. Mohanlals appearance provides one of the films strongest moments. Despite its lavish treatment and action set pieces, the story follows a familiar and predictable path. Khalifa arrives with the kind of ingredients that usually make a Malayalam mass entertainer hard to resist: Prithviraj Sukumaran in a larger-than-life role, Vysakh behind the camera, a gold-smuggling backdrop and the added p

PEOPLE in England and Wales significantly overestimate the proportion of killers from minority ethnic backgrounds, while also overstating the number of foreign nationals in the prison population, a study by Kings College London has found. A YouGov survey of 1,800 people found that respondents believed 55 per cent of convicted killers were from minority ethnic groups. The actual figure is 35 per cent. Respondents also underestimated the proportion of homicides involving white offenders. They esti

Jo Boydell is stepping down after 13 years with Travelodge. The hotel chain is overhauling room-access procedures following a 2022 sexual assault. More than 600 hotels have introduced new room-access security measures. Travelodges chief executive Jo Boydell is stepping down as the hotel chain continues to face scrutiny over its guest safety procedures following a sexual assault at one of its hotels. Boydell, who joined Travelodge 13 years ago and became chief executive in May 2022, will leave th

Highlights Jason Stathams Mutiny was briefly available to watch in full on Amazon Prime Video in the US. The accidental streaming appearance came two days before its planned theatrical release. The 95-minute Lionsgate action thriller was quickly removed after users discovered the listing. Jason Stathams latest action film was supposed to have its big-screen moment this week. Instead, some Amazon Prime Video users got the chance to watch the entire film before it had even opened in cinemas. Mutin

Highlights Unverified GTA 6 gameplay footage and an image claiming to show the full map have appeared online. The material has reportedly been linked to a group calling itself CyberLeek, which has issued demands aimed at Rockstar and other publishers. The group is reportedly protesting the gaming industry's shift towards digital-only releases and has warned that other publishers could be targeted. Grand Theft Auto 6 appears to be facing another major leak, but the latest incident goes beyond foo

A FIRE at a hotel in Kolkata killed nine people, including a child, on Wednesday, marking another deadly hotel blaze in India within days as authorities investigated possible safety failures. Nine people were killed, including a child, in the fire that broke out early on Wednesday, Anuj Sharma, the fire services director of West Bengal state, told AFP. Thick smoke enveloped the hotel. Some victims were found in the bathrooms. Delhi hotel fire kills at least 21 people Preliminary information sugg

Sazerac has agreed to buy Swansea-based Au Vodka in a deal reportedly worth about 500m. Founders Charlie Morgan and Jackson Quinn could each receive more than 100m. Au Vodka recorded 82.8m in turnover and 5m in pre-tax profit in the year to April 2025. A Welsh vodka brand that began with two friends in Swansea is heading for a reported 500m takeover by US drinks giant Sazerac, more than a decade after one of its founders became famous for an entirely different reason. Sazerac, the company behind

Highlights Former women Maoists from Bastar walked the ramp at a National Handloom Day event in Raipur The women showcased Kosa silk and other handwoven Chhattisgarhi garments Their appearance highlighted rehabilitation, empowerment and reintegration into civilian life Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai interacted with the participants at the event For years, the word Maoist has been associated with armed insurgency in the forests of Chhattisgarh. But at a National Handloom Day event in

Highlights Nicholas Hoult has reportedly been cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBOs Harry Potter series. The actor is expected to appear in the second season, based on Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets . Hoult recently played Lex Luthor in Superman . Nicholas Hoult is reportedly taking on a very different kind of villain after his turn as Lex Luthor in Superman . The British actor has been cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBOs new Harry Potter series, according to multiple entertainment outlets in

Highlights Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Russell Crowe will star in the sci-fi action thriller Bluefly . The story follows a mission to recover a mysterious aircraft that has crashed deep in the Congo. Predators director Nimrd Antal will direct the film, with filming set to begin later this year in Australia's Gold Coast. An aircraft that was never supposed to exist becomes the centre of a dangerous mission in Bluefly , the upcoming sci-fi action thriller starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Russell C

Most teenagers would opt out of a UK government plan to impose social media curfews on older teenagers, according to a poll published Friday (7). Plans to introduce an overnight social media curfew for children aged 16 and 17 were unveiled by the UK government in mid-July under prime minister Andy Burnham's predecessor, Keir Starmer. The curfew would supplement a social media ban on under-16s announced by Starmer in June, covering sites including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

Highlights Excel Entertainment will present and distribute Half in Hindi across North India in association with AA Films. The Toronto International Film Festival Midnight Madness selection marks Excel's first Malayalam-language acquisition. The vampire action thriller is planned for a pan-India release in five languages. Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani's Excel Entertainment has come on board to present and distribute the Hindi version of Malayalam vampire thriller Half across North India, ahea

Highlights The first trailer for Awarapan 2 sees Emraan Hashmi reprise his role as Shivam nearly two decades after the original film. Shabana Azmi appears to play the film's antagonist, while Disha Patani makes a brief appearance. The sequel is set to release in cinemas on 14 August. Emraan Hashmi has returned as Shivam in the first trailer for Awarapan 2 , with the sequel teasing a darker chapter for the cult-favourite character nearly 20 years after the original film's release. Directed by Nit

A White House teleprompter operator has been placed on unpaid leave over alleged insider betting. Regulators are investigating claims he made more than 75,000 (about $100,000) by betting on Donald Trump's speeches. Kalshi froze the account before the alleged winnings could be withdrawn and alerted federal regulators. A long-serving White House teleprompter operator has been placed on unpaid administrative leave after allegedly using advance knowledge of President Donald Trump's speeches to place

INDIAN sailors who spent months trapped in the Gulf during the Middle East war are wary of returning to the region, even as an interim ceasefire has allowed commercial traffic to resume through the Strait of Hormuz. India sends out hundreds of thousands of seafarers each year and is one of the largest contributors of crew to global merchant shipping. More than 320,000 Indians (nearly 12 per cent of the global workforce) were working in the sector in 2025, according to the shipping ministry. War

THIS is a bit of a generalisation, but British Asians tend not to queue up for tickets to the opera. But perhaps they ought to make an exception for the Grange Park Opera, which is a couple of miles from Horsley station in Surrey (just under an hour by train from Waterloo). Last week, there were quite a few Asians in the audience for the final performance of Krishna, an opera composed by the late Sir John Tavener, who was greatly drawn to Hinduism. Nazan Fikret as Rukmini and Julia Sitkovetsky a

Britain is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures expected to stay above 34C in several areas. The prolonged heat is straining hospitals, schools, water supplies and food retailers across the UK. Scientists say rising temperatures are making extreme heatwaves more frequent and intense across Europe. The UK's latest heatwave is no longer just about soaring temperatures. As the country enters the peak of its third spell of extreme heat this year, the impact is spreading wel

Highlights Karolina Muchova saved a match point to defeat Coco Gauff 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 (12/10) and reach her first Wimbledon final. The Czech overcame years of injuries and a grass allergy to book only her second Grand Slam final. Muchova will face either Linda Noskova or Marta Kostyuk in Saturday's championship match. Czech 10th seed Karolina Muchova saved a match point to reach her first Wimbledon final with a pulsating three-set win against Coco Gauff on Thursday. Muchova held her nerve in a grip

EasyJet has backed Apollo's 5.7 billion takeover proposal over Castlelake's lower bid. The airline says Apollo's offer delivers a better outcome for shareholders. Both bidders still face regulatory hurdles and final takeover deadlines in August. EasyJet's takeover battle has taken another turn after the airline agreed in principle to a 5.7 billion offer from Apollo Global Management, abandoning its support for a lower proposal from rival investor Castlelake just days after backing it. The no-fri

Norways talismanic striker Erling Haaland has rejected assertions that historical narrative or stadium demographics will dictate the outcome of his sides highly anticipated FIFA World Cup quarter-final showdown against England in Miami this Saturday. The pre-match discourse has been heavily dominated by historical metaphors, with commentators drawing tongue-in-cheek parallels between the ancient Stamford Bridge conflict of 1066where 300 Norsemen famously fought an overwhelming army of 60,000 Eng

Highlights Designer makes his official Paris Haute Couture Week debut with Fall/Winter 2026 collection Maa . Collection pays tribute to his late mother, Sudarshan Malhotra, through Indian craftsmanship and personal memories. Malhotra becomes the fourth Indian designer on the official Paris Haute Couture calendar this season. Manish Malhotra reached a new milestone in his four-decade career by making his official debut at Paris Haute Couture Week, presenting his Fall/Winter 2026 collection, Maa ,

MEMBERS of the British Asian communities have been urged to share their memories of the late Queen as part of the Queen Elizabeth Digital Memorial project led by the Cabinet Office. The online archive reached a new milestone last month with the publication of public recollections, new historical material, and a fully searchable record of her official engagements, an official statement said. Available at www.queenelizabeth.com, the project included a first selection of memories submitted by peopl

INDIA filed charges on Monday (6) against the founder of a Pakistan-based militant group in connection with a deadly attack on tourists in India Kashmir last year. The April 2025 attack near the tourist resort of Pahalgam killed 26 people, mostly Hindu tourists, sparking an intense four-day conflict between the countries. New Delhi accused Pakistan of backing the attack, claims Islamabad has repeatedly denied. Indias National Investigation Agency said it had charged Hafiz Saeed in his individual

Highlights Lionsgate launches a worldwide casting search for Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura. Destin Daniel Cretton is writing and directing the live-action adaptation. Creator Masashi Kishimoto says he is eager to meet the actors who will bring his characters to life. For fans who have dreamed of stepping into the world of Naruto , that opportunity may now be within reach. Lionsgate has launched a global casting search for the lead roles in its live-action adaptation of the iconic manga, opening the

Linda Noskova defeated Marta Kostyuk 6-4, 6-4 to reach her first Grand Slam final. The 21-year-old has won 11 of her 12 grass-court matches this season, including the Berlin title. Noskova will face fellow Czech Karolina Muchova in Saturday's Wimbledon final. Wimbledon finalist Linda Noskova said her strong run of grass-court form has come out of nowhere after she beat Marta Kostyuk in the biggest match of her career on Thursday. The 21-year-old will face fellow Czech Karolina Muchova in Saturda

UK wildcard Arthur Fery will face French Open champion Alexander Zverev in the Wimbledon semi-finals after both players won their quarter-final matches on Wednesday. World number 114 Fery beat Roland Garros runner-up Flavio Cobolli 6-4, 7-6 (7/4), 6-0 to become the first Wimbledon wildcard to reach the men's last four since Goran Ivanisevic won the title in 2001. The 23-year-old is now two wins away from becoming the first British man to win Wimbledon since Andy Murray in 2016. It gets better an

Peter Kyle says pension funds should invest more in British businesses and infrastructure. Government could make UK investment mandatory if voluntary commitments fall short. Ministers want pension savings to play a bigger role in boosting economic growth. The UK government has stepped up pressure on UK pension funds, warning they could be legally required to invest more in British businesses if voluntary commitments fail to deliver. Business Secretary Peter Kyle said pension providers have a res

Denza's Bao 5 will go on sale in the UK from 69,500 later this year. The plug-in hybrid SUV offers up to 56 miles of electric-only driving and a combined range of 537 miles. The model enters one of Britain's most competitive premium SUV segments, led by the Land Rover Defender. Chinese carmaker Denza has unveiled the Bao 5, its first SUV developed for the European market, setting its sights on one of the UK's most competitive premium vehicle segments. Backed by BYD, the brand is positioning the

Highlights Bonnie Tyler has died aged 75 after an illness, her family announced. The Welsh singer enjoyed a career spanning more than five decades with chart-topping hits across the UK and beyond. From Total Eclipse of the Heart to Eurovision, here are the defining moments of her career. Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer whose powerful, husky vocals became synonymous with 1980s pop, has died aged 75 following an illness, according to a statement shared by her family. While she leaves behind a catal

Airbus expects India's air travel demand to grow sixfold by 2045. Rising migration and family visits are emerging as major drivers of international flights. The aircraft maker forecasts demand for more than 42,000 new planes over the next 20 years. India's aviation sector is expected to become one of the world's biggest drivers of global air travel growth, with demand for flights projected to increase sixfold by 2045, according to Airbus' latest Global Market Forecast. The aircraft manufacturer

Highlights Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt married in an intimate ceremony at the actor's Mumbai home on July 5 From an unexpected silver anklet to bespoke ruby rings, several details have sparked conversation online Here's a look at the wedding moments that have continued to make headlines Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt chose a private ceremony with close family and friends to mark their wedding on July 5. Despite the low-key celebration, details from the couple's special day have continued to emerge,

Air India deploys its first Boeing 787-9 on the Mumbai-London Heathrow route. New aircraft introduces Premium Economy alongside upgraded Business and Economy cabins. The move forms part of the airline's ongoing fleet and passenger experience upgrade. Air India has introduced its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on the Mumbai-London Heathrow route, bringing upgraded cabins and a new Premium Economy offering to one of the airline's flagship international services. The new aircraft is now operating flig

SOME political analysts believe Reform party leader Nigel Farage might have passed his sell by date. Does that mean Farage is finished? I would have thought not, but former Spectator editor Fraser Nelson wrote a piece in the Times, headlined: Is Nigel Farage becoming a liability for Reform? Leader is increasingly tetchy when asked about source of his money and unhappy with the partys move further right. The Sunday Times (5) front page story published the very next day would have brought down mos