In an effort to celebrate his divorce from Jennifer Lopez and express gratitude to his friends for their support, Ben Affleck is hosting a big party. Lopez is handling the breakup in the meantime as both of them have been spotted sans their wedding bands.
Dermot Mulroney joins "Chicago Fire" as Chief Dom Pascal in the 13th season. He replaces Eamonn Walker’s character, who is promoted. The season premieres on September 25 on NBC and streams on Peacock.
According to a survey, JD Vance who is the Republican Vice-Presidential nominee picked by Donald Trump is the least liked VP nominee since 1980. The Democrats quickly seized this opportunity and targeted him.
A tech tycoon advised a Mexican fisherman to expand his fishing business into a major enterprise. The tycoon suggested scaling up operations and eventually launching an IPO to make millions.
CBS will broadcast '13 Days In Ferguson,' a special on the events after Michael Brown Jr.'s shooting. It features Cedric The Entertainer and Captain Ron Johnson. The special airs on August 9 and streams on Paramount+.
Over the last couple of years, GoI has emphasised the importance of both digital and physical infra with oversized but necessary allocations to this sector. In continuation with the announcements made in the interim budget, the focus on infrastructure has been reiterated with the allocation of ?11 lakh cr - about 3.4% of GDP - to this space. Coupled with viability gap funding and access to funds from multilateral development banks (MDBs), this would help improve financing across the sector.
A serious environmental problem with the Great Salt Lake has been brought to light by researchers. According to a recent study, as a result of the lake drying up, greenhouse gas emissions have significantly increased, affecting the local wildlife and air quality .
Athletes from around the globe attended the Paris Olympics in July-August, inspired by the city's allure and tested by competition. They forged bonds and grew through adversity, emphasizing the value of striving over merely winning. The games imparted lasting spiritual lessons, encouraging personal growth and resilience.
Scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Madison found that the Moon is drifting away from Earth at a rate of 3.82 cm per year. This gradual separation means our days will lengthen to 25 hours in 200 million years, affecting future lunar observations and fasting traditions.
The Madhya Pradesh Forest Department refused to disclose information about Project Cheetah under the RTI Act, citing national security. Concerns arise regarding progress and transparency. The project, launched in 2022, aims to introduce cheetahs from Namibia and South Africa into Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary. There is criticism that withholding information may hinder expert involvement and public understanding of the project's status.
The Paris Olympics achieved gender equality among athletes but lacks women coaches. More women's events were scheduled in prime TV slots. Increased viewership boosts women’s participation in sports and managerial roles. Governments and markets must support equal pay and longer tenure for women. Achieving parity in sport requires concerted efforts, promoting equity in leadership and visibility.
The Federal Reserve has seen encouraging signs of decreasing inflation, sparking hopes for a potential interest rate reduction by September. June's PCE price index showed a minor rise, indicating progress toward the Fed's 2% inflation target.
The new government's first budget had broad calibration aimed at land, labour, financial sector reforms and compliance. There was also a concerted effort towards employment, skilling and inclusivity. However, there was also a surprise package at the end. FM felt it was time to push the button on capital gains tax, a subject that had been escaping the bullet for the past few years.
The 2024 Paris Olympics will see some of the greatest sporting actions and rivalries taking place at the global level, starting off on July 26 with the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, and then the plethora of Olympic events that lie in wait.
Inter Miami versus Puebla Leagues Cup match will be played this weekend. We have live streaming details.
The new poll, conducted on Monday and Tuesday, followed both the Republican National Convention where Trump on Thursday formally accepted the nomination and Biden's announcement on Sunday he was leaving the race and endorsing Harris.
According to a survey, Trump and Harris are in a neck-to-neck competition with the former president leading by a single point against the Vice-President. Among the voters who are below 45-years of age, Harris has a 10-point lead over Trump.
West Bengal Agriculture Minister Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay noted the state's significant rice production, accounting for 14% of India's total. Despite climate challenges, efforts to improve cultivation and diversify rice varieties, including stress-tolerant and hybrid types, have advanced, he said
"Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance" game will launch within "Fortnite" following the Netflix anime release on October 17. The game, developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment America and Look North World, offers a Team Deathmatch experience with powerful Mobile Suits.
Labour and employment minister Mansukh Mandaviya chaired an inter-ministerial meeting on Friday with top officials of 20 central ministries and departments as well as industry representatives and called for a need to create linkages among different employment data sources and assimilating and integrating them to develop a system that captures a holistic picture of employment generation in the country.
The NCLAT has listed Byju’s petition for hearing on Monday. Earlier, Raveendran had filed a writ petition in the HC to suspend the NCLT order until the appellate body reviewed his appeal.
In an opinion survey conducted by the 'Daily Express US' in partnership with 'The Democracy Institute', Michelle Obama got 41% of the vote and surpassed all other potential Democratic nominees for the US Presidential Election 2024. Vice President Kamala Harris came third after Hillary Clinton.
