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Highlights Kareena Kapoor says films like Daayra make her think deeply about how she raises her sons, Taimur and Jeh. The actor wants boys to grow up kinder, more emotionally open and unafraid to cry. She revealed that one scene in Daayra left her disturbed while also becoming one of her favorite scenes. Kareena Kapoor has opened up about how Daayra made her reflect on raising her two sons, Taimur and Jeh, and the kind of men she hopes they will become. Speaking at the trailer launch of the upco

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

Agatha Christie wrote a great many mystery novels in her time but probably none as baffling as The Strange Case of the Indian Entrepreneur . Eastern Eye asked Nirmal Sethia: Have you read any of Agatha Christies novels? His reply was typical of the billionaire who ranked 4th in Eastern Eye s Asian Rich List 2026 with a net value of 6.8 billion: Im not educated, Im matric fail. And yet he is sponsoring the British Librarys exhibition, Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery , to mark 50 years since t

Highlights Leonardo DiCaprio was reportedly approached for the role that became Ed Nortons extraordinary film debut. Norton initially thought Primal Fear was a mess, with the role not yet fully developed. His performance as Aaron Stampler earned him a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination. Before Ed Norton became synonymous with films such as Fight Club and American History X , he walked into Hollywood with a role that could easily have overwhelmed a first-time film actor. Instead, his performanc

PRIME MINISTER Andy Burnham has unveiled a plan to help people sleeping rough move off the streets by Christmas, saying his government will put emergency accommodation and long-term housing support in place across England this winter. No one should have to bed down in a doorway or outside a station. But we've seen it for so long that it feels like Westminster has started to accept it, Burnham said in a statement, referring to the UK parliament. The announcement came a month after Burnham replace

Unitree shares opened 629 per cent above their IPO price before closing 460 per cent higher. The company raised about 670 million through its IPO. Its debut briefly pushed its market value to around 50 billion. A Chinese robot maker has just given investors a glimpse of how much excitement is building around humanoid robots. Unitree shares opened at 1,100 yuan, up 629 per cent from their IPO price of 150.80 yuan, before giving up some of those gains. The stock closed at 845 yuan, still 460 per c

Highlights Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have offered fans another glimpse of their reported romance during a tropical family holiday. Their increasingly public relationship comes with carefully timed social media posts and flattering reports from unnamed sources. With both stars possessing powerful personal brands, their public displays of intimacy raise questions about where private romance ends and celebrity PR begins. Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have given fans another intimate gli

Twenty-nine US states are seeking up to $200 billion in damages from Meta. The case could force changes to features including recommendations, notifications and infinite scrolling. Meta denies the allegations and says the states financial demands are disproportionate. Meta is facing one of its biggest challenges yet over a question that could affect the future of Facebook and Instagram: were the platforms designed to keep young users coming back? A coalition of 29 US states has brought the compa

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

UK HOUSEHOLDS faced fresh pressure in July as inflation jumped to 2.9 per cent, with higher energy bills driving the rise, official figures showed on Wednesday. The Consumer Prices Index rose 2.9 per cent in the 12 months to July, up from 2.6 per cent in June, the Office for National Statistics said. UK economy growth slows to 0.4 per cent in second quarter The rise followed a 13 per cent hike in the price cap on household energy bills that took effect last month, a consequence of the ongoing US

AT LEAST 30 children, most of them British, are feared to have been conceived through IVF in northern Cyprus using sperm or egg donors different from those selected by their parents. The parents say they carefully chose anonymous donors based on medical history, appearance, personality, education and hobbies, but later became concerned that the requested donors had not been used, reported BBC. One mother, Rachel, recently learned that the Danish sperm donor she selected for her treatment at Dogu

Asda sales fell 0.2 per cent in the 12 weeks to August 9. Tesco, Sainsburys and Morrisons all recorded sales growth over the same period. Asdas market share has edged up, but it remains well behind Tesco and Sainsburys. Britains supermarkets have had plenty to cheer about this summer. Shoppers spent more as warm weather boosted demand for ice cream, sun cream and other seasonal products, while the wider grocery market continued to grow. Asda, however, is still going backwards. Sales at the super

Highlights Christopher Schwarzenegger has spoken candidly about his weight-loss journey after appearing in new family holiday photos. The 28-year-old said he has lost 30 pounds and built muscle, but does not consider himself an after yet. Schwarzenegger has described the transformation as a long process involving trial and error rather than a quick change. Christopher Schwarzeneggers recent appearance in family holiday photos has drawn attention to his dramatic physical transformation, but his o

Wetherspoon has introduced the ban across all 792 of its pubs. Customers are being asked to keep phones on silent or use earphones. The move comes amid a wider backlash against people playing audio aloud in public. Ever been sitting in a pub trying to have a conversation, only to hear someone elses phone call booming across the room? Wetherspoon appears to have had enough. The pub chain has introduced a ban on customers playing music, videos or taking calls on speaker across its 792 pubs, saying

Two people were killed and 13 injured after the strike on the plant. Energy and blast furnace facilities were damaged in the attack. The steelworks was previously hit by a Russian missile strike in 2022. Russias missile war has hit one of Ukraines biggest industrial businesses, with ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih, the steel plant owned by Indian billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, partially halting production after an overnight strike. Two people were killed and 13 employees and contractors were injured after

Highlights Fresh social media reports claim Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran could marry in Greece later this year Some posts have circulated November 10 as the wedding date, while others mention November 11 Neither Anirudh, Kavya nor their families has officially confirmed a wedding or the reported Greece plans The latest speculation follows earlier comments from Anirudhs uncle Y G Mahendran, who described the proposed marriage as a sure thing Wedding speculation surrounding music composer A

A BRITISH-INDIAN family is seeking support to help their 18-month-old son, Eliyas, access an investigational treatment in the United States for an ultra-rare genetic condition. Eliyas has TUBB4A-related leukodystrophy, a neurological disorder that affects the development of myelin, which helps the brain communicate with the rest of the body. Genetic testing confirmed that he carries a disease-causing variant in the TUBB4A gene. He undergoes physiotherapy to work on movement and developmental mil

Virgin Trains has secured regulatory approval for up to 20 daily return services through the Channel Tunnel. The proposed routes would connect London with Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam from October 2030. The company plans to invest 700m and create about 400 UK jobs. Virgin Trains has taken a significant step towards challenging Eurostars long-standing grip on cross-Channel passenger rail, securing track access approval for new services between London, Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam from 2030. The

Highlights Maharashtras Food and Drug Administration has issued show-cause notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over Vimal Elaichi advertisements The regulator says the campaigns may indirectly promote a pan masala product associated with the Vimal brand The actors have been asked to remove the advertisements from social media and explain their endorsements within 15 days Indias pan masala market was estimated at around 3.7 billion last year, based on the reported $5 billion va

UK consumer confidence fell to 42.9 in August from 43.4 in July. Job security dropped to its lowest level since April 2023. Household finances improved slightly, while the technology sector continued to report stronger confidence. UK consumer confidence weakened in August as concerns over job security reached their lowest point in more than three years. The S&P Global UK consumer sentiment index fell to 42.9 from 43.4 in July. A reading below 50 indicates that households remain broadly negative

Highlights Anurag Kashyap has spoken candidly about his relationship with Shubhra Shetty and their 20-year age difference The filmmaker admitted there was a point when he tried to distance himself from her because he became increasingly conscious of their age gap Kashyap said he is happy in the relationship and does not want to lose what they have built together Anurag Kashyap has opened up about the insecurities he once experienced in his relationship with Shubhra Shetty, admitting that their 2

A crash involving three heavy goods vehicles and a car has closed part of the M6 in Staffordshire. National Highways said the crash happened at about 04:00 BST between junctions 15 and 16, heading north. Police, fire and ambulance services were called to the scene. National Highways described it as a very serious collision and said the closure could be lengthy, reported BBC. It said the section of the motorway was expected to remain closed for some time and diversions had been set up. The southb

Key Highlights: The Hundred crowns its 2026 men's and women's champions at Lord's this Sunday, 16 August, with the women's final at 2.15pm and the men's at 6pm. This is the first season where IPL-linked owners have taken operational control of English teams: Mumbai Indians now own MI London, Sunrisers Hyderabad own Sunrisers Leeds, and Manchester Super Giants are Adani-backed. Trent Rockets topped both the men's and women's group tables outright, meaning they're already through to both finals wi

Key Highlights: SKIMS has opened its first European flagship store, a 12,000 square foot site on London's Regent Street, its biggest single move into the UK market to date. The store was designed by Rafael de Crdenas, the same architect behind SKIMS' New York flagship, and features a nude sculpture by longtime collaborator Vanessa Beecroft. The opening lands in the same summer Kardashian's relationship with Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton has been playing out publicly across Britain, from the Co

Highlights Netflixs six-part series adapts Miles Franklins 1901 feminist novel Phillipa Northeast stars as Sybylla Melvyn, a young writer determined to avoid the life chosen for her The adaptation combines period drama with modern music, frank sexuality and stories of racism and social inequality An erotic poem, a scandalised grandmother and a young woman with little interest in marriage make for an unexpectedly lively opening to My Brilliant Career . Netflixs six-part adaptation of Miles Frankl

Highlights Gunil is leaving Xdinary Heroes after JYP Entertainment agreed to terminate his exclusive contract His departure follows an online post alleging that he repeatedly insulted fans The band will continue as a five-member group following the exit Xdinary Heroes have been hit by a major line-up change after drummer Gunil announced his departure from the band amid controversy over allegations that he insulted fans. JYP Entertainment confirmed on Thursday that Gunil would leave the group and

Highlights The inaugural South Asian Film Festival UK will celebrate Indian cinema with three restored classics across England this October. Sangam , Kabhi Kabhie and Dil Chahta Hai will screen across eight Showcase Cinemas. Each screening will feature a special Filmy Sing-Along Medley before the film. Classic Hindi cinema is getting a big-screen revival in the UK, with the inaugural South Asian Film Festival UK set to bring three much-loved films back to cinemas this October. Supported by the B

Highlights Gillian Anderson has addressed the controversy surrounding Raynor Winns memoir The Salt Path , which inspired the film. The actor said the allegations emerged at a difficult time for the films US release and described the situation as something that sucked. Jason Isaacs has also defended the film, saying much of it is still completely valid. Gillian Anderson has spoken for the first time about the controversy surrounding The Salt Path , admitting that the allegations surrounding the m

For the British Asian diaspora and global film audiences, the final five months of 2026 offer an unprecedented slate. The lines between Western blockbusters and Eastern mega-hits have completely blurred, with both vying for premium IMAX screens across the UK. From returning sci-fi masterpieces to historical Bollywood grandeur, here is the definitive countdown of the 10 most anticipated movies still to come in 2026and our verdict on which film will claim the ultimate box office crown. 10. Godzill

TWENTY-FIVE revered saints and spiritual leaders from India and the UK came together in Harrow on Monday (10) for the Bhoomi Poojan of the new International Siddhashram Shakti Centre UK building, marking a major milestone in the organisations 25-year journey. The ceremony at 22 Palmerston Road, close to the existing Siddhashram centre, brought together spiritual leaders from different traditions for what organisers described as a historic gathering of saints on British soil. The occasion also fo

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

Raleigh owner Accell has begun insolvency proceedings after failing to secure a buyer. The Dutch bicycle group said it had exhausted all options to continue operating in its current form. The move leaves the future of the 138-year-old Raleigh brand in the hands of administrators. The company behind Britain's historic Raleigh bicycle brand has entered insolvency proceedings after failing to secure a buyer, casting fresh uncertainty over the future of one of the country's best-known cycling names.

Highlights Ramayana 's English trailer has drawn attention for its AI-powered lip-sync technology, Brahma AI. Fans praised the technology for matching actors' lip movements with English dialogue while retaining their original voices. Some viewers believe the innovation could transform how films are released worldwide. The English trailer for Ramayana has put the spotlight on Brahma AI, the artificial intelligence-powered lip-sync technology behind the film's multilingual release, with fans descr

Dr Yusuf Hamied was in a nostalgic mood at the formal inauguration of two laboratories in the department of chemistry at Cambridge University which have been completely refurbished and modernised with his financial help. Im just happy to be here, said the head of Cipla, the Indian pharma giant, at the function which took place on Friday (31). Hamied, who celebrated his 90th birthday on 25 July, 2026, added: I wish I was a student again. The vice chancellor of Cambridge University, Prof Deborah P

Highlights Reports say Akshay Kumar will make a special appearance in Neeraj Pandey's R.D. Burman biopic. Farhan Akhtar is set to portray the legendary composer and music director. Kumar's role remains under wraps, but it is said to be an important part of the story. Akshay Kumar is reportedly reuniting with filmmaker Neeraj Pandey for a new project, this time making a special appearance in the upcoming biopic on legendary composer R.D. Burman. While Farhan Akhtar leads the film, details of Kuma

Reports suggest the Galaxy S27 Ultra could feature three rear cameras instead of four. The long-running 3x telephoto lens may be dropped after appearing on Ultra models since 2021. Industry sources reportedly cite rising manufacturing costs and limited image-quality gains. Samsung's Galaxy S27 Ultra could arrive with one fewer rear camera, marking what would be the biggest change to its flagship camera system since the Galaxy S21 Ultra introduced a four-camera setup in 2021. According to multipl

Highlights Jacob Batalon says his chemistry with Tom Holland helped him land the role of Ned Leeds. The actor recalled believing he had failed his Marvel screen test. Batalon shared behind-the-scenes memories from his audition for Spider-Man: Brand New Day . Jacob Batalon has reflected on how he landed one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's most recognisable supporting roles, saying he believes the studio cast him largely because of his natural chemistry with Tom Holland rather than his acting e

Highlights Shri Ramlila Mahasangh has sought a private screening of Ramayana before its theatrical release. The group says the demand is driven by lessons from the backlash against Adipurush . It has warned of nationwide protests if the filmmakers do not agree to its request. Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana is facing fresh scrutiny months before its release, with one of India's prominent Ramlila organisations seeking an advance screening of the film. The Shri Ramlila Mahasangh says it wants to ensure t

Highlights Hank Green says he relied too heavily on ChatGPT while researching a recent video. The science educator apologised and announced plans to reduce his content output. The controversy has reignited debate over AI's role in educational content. YouTuber and science communicator Hank Green has announced he will cut back on producing videos after admitting he had developed what he described as a ad habit of relying too heavily on AI during the research process. The admission came after vie

LABOUR retained the Greater Manchester mayoralty on Friday after Bev Craig was elected to succeed Andy Burnham, whose return to parliament triggered the election. Craig, the leader of Manchester City Council, won 47.15 per cent of the first-round vote, falling short of the 50 per cent needed for an outright victory. Reform UK, which has been performing strongly in national polls, finished second with 21 per cent of the vote. As no candidate secured more than 50 per cent in the first round, the c

Highlights Samara Weaving is set to play Emma Frost in Marvel Studios' upcoming X-Men film. Marvel reportedly chose the Australian actress after an extensive casting search. The role marks another major project in a standout year for Weaving. Samara Weaving is set to add another high-profile franchise to her growing film career, with reports that she has been cast as Emma Frost in Marvel Studios' highly anticipated X-Men reboot. According to Deadline, the Australian actress has been selected to

The Burnham Government's first Budget will be delivered on October 28. Chancellor John Healey has asked the Office for Budget Responsibility to prepare fresh economic forecasts. The Budget is expected to outline plans for regional devolution, defence spending and social care. The Burnham Government will deliver its first Autumn Budget on October 28, with Chancellor John Healey expected to outline the new administration's plans for public spending, regional growth and fiscal policy. In a letter t

Highlights Manushi Chhillar recalled having to restart her NEET preparation after the 2015 paper leak. The former Miss World said she gave up dance and painting to focus entirely on the entrance exam. She also opened up about burnout, student pressure and the importance of protecting mental health. Manushi Chhillar has reflected on the emotional toll of preparing for the medical entrance exam after the 2015 NEET paper leak, saying she had to put aside everything she loved in pursuit of her dream

Highlights Patricia Potter, Jamie Bamber and Marian McLoughlin have joined the cast of EastEnders . The trio will play members of the Hawkins family, who are related to Nicola Mitchell. The new arrivals are expected to bring fresh drama as Nicola's story continues to unfold. EastEnders is expanding Nicola Mitchell's world with the introduction of the Hawkins family, with Patricia Potter among the experienced actors set to join the BBC soap. Potter will appear alongside Jamie Bamber and Marian Mc

Highlights Olivia Colman stars as a lonely fisherwoman who commissions a husband made from wicker in Wicker . Alexander Skarsgrd, Peter Dinklage, Elizabeth Debicki and Richard E. Grant feature in the ensemble cast. The unconventional comedy arrives in UK cinemas on 30 October. Olivia Colman has taken on one of the most unconventional roles of her career in Wicker , a new comedy that pairs her with Alexander Skarsgrd in a romance unlike anything seen on screen this year. The first trailer introdu

Highlights Aryan Khan was spotted with a woman during a recent outing in London, sparking dating speculation online. Social media users identified her as Danish artist Vinnie Takair after photos and videos went viral. Neither Aryan Khan nor Vinnie Takair has commented on the rumours. Aryan Khan has once again found himself at the centre of dating speculation after photos and videos from a recent outing in London spread across social media. The sighting quickly became a talking point online, with

BP has launched a process to sell its North Sea oil and gas business after more than six decades. The company says it wants to focus investment on its highest-value opportunities. The sale comes as the UK debates the future of North Sea production and energy security. BP is looking to sell its North Sea oil and gas business, marking another major shift for a company that has helped shape the UK's offshore energy industry for more than 60 years. The BP North Sea sale comes as the company reshapes

Sainsbury's has agreed to sell Argos to Swift Partners for 120 million. Customers, staff and suppliers are expected to see no immediate changes after the deal. The move comes nearly a decade after Sainsbury's bought Argos as part of a 1.4 billion acquisition. Sainsbury's is selling Argos for 120 million, nearly a decade after paying 1.4 billion to acquire the retailer as part of its takeover of Home Retail Group. The Argos sale marks a major shift in strategy for the supermarket chain, which say