- The Trump campaign spent millions to make sure you see its ads next week. 15 Aug 2020 18:27 LiveUpdated Aug. 15, 2020, 2:09 p.m. ET Aug. 15, 2020, 2:09 p.m. ET Many questions remain as the first virtual convention nears. The Postal Service’s inspector general is investigating complaints about mail delays. And disinformation about Kamala Harris …
- Sushant Singh Rajput's lawyer: I never met Disha Salian, linking her with him was bizarre 15 Aug 2020 16:47 Sushant Singh Rajput's lawyer, Priyanka Khimani, who was handling all his legal and business matters, broke her silence over the conspiracy surrounding the actor’s death. In an exclusive interview with Rajdeep Sardesai for India Today Television, …
- Live Streaming Cricket, England vs Pakistan 2nd Test: Watch ENG vs PAK stream live cricket online 15 Aug 2020 15:40 Live Streaming Cricket, England vs Pakistan 2nd Test: Watch ENG vs PAK stream live cricket online on SonyLIV England vs Pakistan 2nd Test: Only two overs could be bowled in the third session on Day 2 of the second Test between England and Pakistan before …
- VJ Day commemorations: UK marks 75th anniversary as royals lead tributes to veterans 15 Aug 2020 13:26 The 75th anniversary of VJ Day – victory over the Japanese which signalled the very end of the Second World War – has been commemorated with a series of events honouring those who fought in the Far East. A televised remembrance service took place at the …
- Colourful I-Day celebrations in Maha amid Covid precautions 15 Aug 2020 11:58 Mumbai, Aug 15 (IANS) Maharashtra on Saturday witnessed solemn but colourful celebrations of the country’s 74th Independence Day, at the official, political and mass levels with ‘social distancing’ amid the Covid pandemic, officials said. The state’s …
- Queen thanks the heroes who 'fought so valiantly' to bring the Second World War to an end 15 Aug 2020 10:51 The Queen has given thanks to those 'who fought so valiantly' for today's cherished freedoms on the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. In a special message on VJ (Victory in Japan) Day, the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh - who …
- UK commemorates 75th VJ Day anniversa... 15 Aug 2020 10:43 The 75th anniversary of VJ Day – victory over the Japanese which signalled the very end of the Second World War – has been commemorated with a series of events honouring those who fought in the Far East. A televised remembrance service took place at the …
- Freida Pinto boards TV adaptation of Alka Joshi's 'The Henna Artist' 15 Aug 2020 10:39 By PTI LOS ANGELES: Actor Frieda Pinto is set to star in and produce series adaptation of author Alka Joshi's bestselling debut novel "The Henna Artist". According to Deadline, Miramax TV has bought the rights for the TV version of the book …
- Debunking three viral falsehoods about Kamala Harris 15 Aug 2020 10:20 By Davey Alba As Joe Biden announced that he had selected Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., as his vice presidential running mate, internet trolls got to work. Since then, false and misleading information about Harris has spiked online and on TV. The activity …
- Independence Day Exclusive: Donal Bisht on women living in India freely, pay parity, and more 15 Aug 2020 09:26 IBT exclusive image Today, India is celebrating its 74th year of Independence, but even after seven decades are we independent, are the women in India free? On Independence Day, popular television actress Donal Bisht in an exclusive conversation with …
- China Tones Down 'Hotheaded' Nationalism as Relations With U.S. Sink 15 Aug 2020 09:15 For weeks, China fanned nationalist sentiment in its escalating war of words with the Trump administration. Now, it is toning down its message and calling for a truce, as President Trump increasingly makes Beijing a target in his bid for re-election in …
- Miniature in Contemporary Art 15 Aug 2020 08:38 ISTANBUL Suna and İnan Kıraç Foundation’s Pera Museum is bringing a new exhibition to art lovers. Curated by Azra Tüzünoğlu and Gülce Özkara, “Miniature 2.0: Miniature in Contemporary Art” exhibition brings together more than 40 works of 14 artists from …
- Xi Jinping makes a political gamble by telling Chinese to clean their plates 15 Aug 2020 07:27 Xi Jinping wants 1.4 billion diners to clean their plates. But the Chinese president’s campaign against food waste risks touching a third rail in a country where meals are a cornerstone of private life. This week, Xi rolled out a new push to curb the “ …
- The inheritors: When Shonkor Mudi had his dreams ‘mall-ed’ 15 Aug 2020 06:16 A Bengali film on a neighbourhood grocer’s fight to survive in a ‘progressive’ world revives debate over development and existence It was a time when the middle class would not travel in air-conditioned coaches in a train. The economy had not opened up. …
- Perils of over-the-top shouting contests on prime time TV 15 Aug 2020 06:16 Rajiv Tyagi- a senior Congress spokesperson passed away suddenly yesterday- an hour after being part of a heated television debate. The debate, like most others of this kind, even more so on vernacular media, lays special emphasis on the lung power of …
- Awards set to recognise accessibility and universal design initiatives for people with disabilities 15 Aug 2020 06:05 As per NCPEDP, accessibility not only means access to physical spaces but also access to information, technology, transport, services, aids, and appliances. (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock)To recognise the efforts towards enabling and empowering …
- LIVE: New coronavirus cases in France top 2,500 for third day 14 Aug 2020 23:41 The French health ministry has reported more than 2,500 new infections over the past 24 hours, setting a new post-lockdown daily high for the third day in a row, and taking the country's cumulative total of cases to 249,611. An inquiry report into …
- Chinese Army Carries out 'Live-Fire' Drills in the Himalayas 14 Aug 2020 22:17 The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) carried out live-fire drills in the Himalayas at the end of July, publicly debuting some of the army’s latest weapons, including “a new 122-millimeter caliber wheeled howitzer and a vehicle-mounted version of the …
- Rajiv Tyagi Is Frontline Casualty Of TV Debates' Diabolical Monstrosity 14 Aug 2020 22:12 Congress party’s national spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi died of cardiac arrest Wednesday. He suffered an attack soon after an abrasive and venomous debate on a Hindi News channel. His sudden demise has triggered concerns over TV debates. I have no doubt that …
- Amazon scares up a batch of first-look pics for Welcome to the Blumhouse 14 Aug 2020 21:46 Amazon Studios has arrived to add a little freaky to your Friday by debuting a series of first-look photos for the upcoming film program WELCOME TO THE BLUMHOUSE. The presentation is poised to include eight unsettling, genre movies produced by Jason Blum…
- Covid-19 update: 17 new cases found in quarantine, deaths unchanged at 58 (August 14) 14 Aug 2020 21:16 The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration reported this morning that 17 new cases of the coronavirus were confirmed in state quarantine over the previous 24 hours. The new patients are all Thai returnees, 15 from India and 1 each from Australia and …
- Review: ‘Indian Matchmaking’ flaws don’t outweigh much-needed representation 14 Aug 2020 20:58 “Indian Matchmaking” is an eight-episode series on Netflix capturing the experiences of wealthy Indian-Americans and Indians as they navigate the dating world with the help of matchmaker Sima Taparia. Taparia begins her process by visiting her client’s …
- Week Ahead – The focus remains on COVID-19, the Fed, and Congress 14 Aug 2020 20:46 US The US economic recovery depends on three factors, namely, COVID-19, the Fed, and Congress. The battle against the coronavirus in the Sunbelt is improving, but the US is still seeing the death toll rise by over 1,000 every day. The CDC forecasts …
- The 49 Best Things to Do in Seattle This Weekend: August 14-16, 2020 14 Aug 2020 20:43 A slew of major festivals are coming at you social distance-style this weekend, from the Seattle Design Festival to the Seattle Tattoo Expo, along with a special Best Coast streaming show, Pike Place Market's Dine & Donate event, and a reading with …
- Discussions with other COVID vaccine manufacturers ongoing – DOST 14 Aug 2020 17:28 Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, August 15) – Despite Russia’s offer of its Sputnik-V coronavirus vaccine to the Philippines, the Science and Technology Department said discussions are underway with other vaccine manufacturers around the world. DOST …
- Jiah Khan’s mother calls Mahesh Bhatt mouthpiece of Bollywood mafia 14 Aug 2020 16:50 Share00 Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) Rabia Khan, mother of late actress Jiah Khan, says filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt is a mouthpiece of Bollywood mafia. She has also claimed that Bhatt once threatened her. Jiah was found dead at her Mumbai residence in June 2013. Her …
- LIVE: European nations step up coronavirus measures as cases rise 14 Aug 2020 15:29 The United Kingdom says all arrivals from France and the Netherlands will be subject to a 14-day quarantine starting on Saturday, prompting Paris to warn of a "reciprocal measure".  An inquiry report into the virus-infected Ruby Princess …
- Column One: Lillian Michelson built Hollywood's most famous research library. Can someone give it a home? 14 Aug 2020 13:31 Where does a 500-pound Hollywood research library sit? This is not a rhetorical question. Once upon a time, every studio had one, and the Harold and Lillian Michelson Library, a vast and storied institution known to generations of filmmakers, was one of …
- Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations 14 Aug 2020 13:15 Former first lady Michelle Obama celebrated Harris’s place as the first woman of color on a major party ticket, writing that little girls today will “take it for granted that someone who looks like them can grow up to lead a nation like ours.” “You get …
- Rabia Khan: Mahesh Bhatt told me at Jiah's funeral, chup ho ja, nahi to tujhe bhi sula denge 14 Aug 2020 12:46 In an exclusive interview with India Today Television, late actress Jiah Khan's mother Rabia Khan talked about the time filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt asked her to stay quiet at Jiah's funeral. She also talked about Bollywood mafia and how, with their …
- Power Up: Trump’s admission on mail voting could complicate Republican efforts to curtail it 14 Aug 2020 12:24 The campaign THE QUIET PART OUT LOUD?: President Trump's public admission that he is holding up funding to the U.S. Postal Service to make it harder to vote by mail might complicate his reelection effort's intensifying legal fight against mail …
- Priest who shared stage with Modi tests positive;... 14 Aug 2020 12:12 13 Aug 2020 - 22:11 A health worker checks the body temperature of a resident during a COVID-19 coronavirus screening in Mumbai on August 12, 2020. / AFP / INDRANIL MUKHERJEE LUCKNOW, India - India reported another record jump in its surging …
- RBI may transfer Rs 57,000 cr of surplus to govt for FY20: TV report 14 Aug 2020 10:39 The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to transfer about Rs 57,000 crore of its surpluses to the government for the fiscal 2019-20, against Rs 1.76 trillion of transfer it did last year, television channel ET Now said citing sources. Business Standard …
- ED grills Sushant's manager for 11 hrs 14 Aug 2020 08:42 In a fresh development in the Sushant Singh Rajput death case, the late actor’s talent manager Jayanti Shah, was interrogated for 11 hours by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday. According to a report in TimesNow, the ED questioned Shah on Rajput’ …
- Rajasthan: Trust vote tabled; debate under way 14 Aug 2020 08:42 !1 New UpdateClick here for latest updates Total 6,995, 2,880 active cases 4,009 cured cases 106 deaths Wreath laying ceremony Jammu and Kashmir: Wreath laying ceremony of two police personnel, who lost their lives in the firing by terrorists… https:/…
- India's coronavirus death toll now world's fourth highest: Live 14 Aug 2020 08:28 The United Kingdom says all arrivals from France and the Netherlands will be subject to a 14-day quarantine starting on Saturday, prompting Paris to warn of a "reciprocal measure".  The World Health Organization (WHO) says "people should …
- Coronavirus live news: France hits back at UK quarantine; New Zealand extends Auckland lockdown 14 Aug 2020 08:25 4.16am EDT 04:16 The Philippines’ health ministry has reported 6,216 more coronavirus infections, the third-largest daily increase recorded in southeast Asia up to now, Reuters reports. The ministry confirmed 16 additional deaths and said the total number …
- New poll shows tight race in NC between Trump, Biden 14 Aug 2020 07:36 RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – New polling released Thursday shows a tight race for president in North Carolina as former Vice President Joe Biden’s campaign tries to engage voters virtually amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Biden leads President Donald Trump 45-44 in …
- Import licence rules upsets TV makers' festive season plans, thousands of imported TVs stuck at ports 14 Aug 2020 03:34 KOLKATA: More than 21,000 largescreen television sets are stuck at India’s ports with leading manufacturers such as Samsung, LG, Sony and TCL yet to get the import licences that they now need, three industry executives said. Most of them, about 17,000, are …
- Bringing empathy back to work: Past, present & future of Pakistan 14 Aug 2020 02:57 Man is a complex creature, and its behaviour has spread over a prominent spectrum from the kindhearted to the most venomous. Such variations tell that human behaviour is not static rather than contingent. It may imply that human society is the outcome of …
- Changing role of media 14 Aug 2020 02:57 As Pakistan progresses, the fourth pillar of democracy has an ever-increasing critical role to play in nation-building, forming narratives and stimulating change – not only within the country, but also how it is perceived beyond its borders. On this 73rd …
- Kamala Harris to focus energy on swing-state voters 14 Aug 2020 02:43 Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., speaks during a news conference with Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden at the Hotel DuPont in Wilmington, Del., Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020. Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., speaks during a news …
- Coronavirus forces millions of Indian children to miss school 14 Aug 2020 02:23 Millions of children in India are missing out on education as schools have been shut for five months now because of the coronavirus outbreak. India is the world's third-most hit nation by the novel coronavirus, with nearly 2.4 million cases and more …
- JUST THE RIGHT TICKET: Kamala Harris reshapes the Biden presidential bid 14 Aug 2020 00:45 Democratic candidate for the US vice presidency Senator Kamala Harris. (Photo: EPA-EFE / Etienne Laurent) My wife woke up this morning, on Thursday 13 August, to say with a smile in her voice, “America now has hope, a chance to redeem itself soon, …
- A look back at PM Modi's Independence Day speeches 13 Aug 2020 23:45 By Saurabh VermaNew Delhi [India], Aug 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing the nation for the seventh time from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Independence Day on Saturday and it will be his second speech of the second term in office …
- After Congress leader Rajiv Tyagi’s death, concerns over ‘toxic TV debates’ 13 Aug 2020 22:36 Written by Manoj C G | New Delhi | Published: August 14, 2020 1:18:43 am Congress national spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi (Source: Twitter/@INCIndia)The death of Congress spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi shortly after he finished a discussion on a news channel has …
- Global coronavirus deaths top 750,000: Live updates 13 Aug 2020 18:33 Worldwide coronavirus cases have surpassed 20.6 million, according to the Johns Hopkins University. More than 12.8 million have recovered, and more than 750,000 have died. German Health Minister Jens Spahn says he expects that there will be a COVID-19 …
- Star Parivaar Ganeshotsav: Harshad Chopda to pay tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput 13 Aug 2020 17:20 Written by Sana Farzeen | Mumbai | Published: August 13, 2020 10:26:25 pm Sushant Singh Rajput and Harshad Chopda played brothers in Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil.To make Ganpati celebrations special for its viewers, Star Plus has announced Star Parivaar …
- 9 Things to Do This Weekend 13 Aug 2020 16:52 If this were a typical August, dance fans would be heading to the southern tip of Manhattan right about now for the annual Battery Dance Festival, an eclectic collection of local and international dance companies performing on an outdoor stage against a …
- Sushant's sister makes an appeal for justice on... 13 Aug 2020 16:17 Shweta Singh Kirti, late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's elder sister, posted a new video on Instagram and Twitter and ran an emotional caption saying, "It's time we find the truth and get justice. Please help our family and the whole world to …
- Amazon Prime new arrivals this week: ‘World’s Toughest Race’, ‘Ramy’ Season 2 13 Aug 2020 15:54 Survival expert Bear Grylls brings his new reality adventure show to the platform, while Ramy Youssef’s award-winning comedy returns too This week, Amazon Prime Video brings its Original Series World’s Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji, hosted by Bear …
- China extends anti-dumping duties on Indian optical fibres for 5 years 13 Aug 2020 14:39 China on Thursday extended anti-dumping duties on single-mode optical fibres imported from India for five years. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOCOM) said the latest ruling will take effect from Friday and last five years, with punitive tariffs ranging …
- Stumping for Kamala: CNN Lavishes Praise on Biden VP Pick 13 Aug 2020 14:37 On Wednesday’s New Day, co-host John Berman and guest host Erica Hill colluded with senior political reporter Nia-Malika Henderson, political correspondent Abby Phillip, and political producer Jasmine Wright to gush over Joe Biden choosing Senator Kamala …
- Paris Saint-Germain vs Atalanta Champions League Live Streaming in India: Watch PSG vs ATA live 13 Aug 2020 14:16 Image Source : GETTY IMAGES Paris Saint-Germain vs Atalanta Champions League Live Streaming in India: Watch PSG vs ATA live football match Paris Saint-Germain vs Atalanta Champions League Live Streaming in India: Atalanta's first season in the …
- India reports record COVID-19 cases; priest who shared stage with Modi tests positive 13 Aug 2020 14:13 LUCKNOW, India: India reported another record jump in its surging coronavirus cases on Thursday (Aug 13) with nearly 67,000 new infections, among them a religious leader who shared a stage with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a ceremony to launch …
- Africa begins continent-wide study antibodies; Australia reports dip in cases, deaths 13 Aug 2020 14:07 People wearing face masks queue up to be tested for COVID-19, at Vilafranca del Penedes in the Barcelona province, Spain, Monday, Aug. 10, 2020. Spain is facing another surge in coronavirus infections not even two months after beating back the first wave. …
- Restore 'Civility' In TV Debates: Congress Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill To I&B Ministry 13 Aug 2020 14:07 Congress spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill on Thursday urged the Information and Broadcasting Ministry to take steps to restore "civility" in television debates and pitched for issuance of an advisory to enforce a code of conduct by news channels. In …
- Trump’s push to cut capital gains taxes highlights scattered coronavirus relief effort 13 Aug 2020 13:09 The answer, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and top White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow concluded Wednesday, is not much without congressional action. But the fact that the administration is still mulling the move — which provides the biggest after …
- Priest who shared stage with Modi tests positive; India sees record number of cases 13 Aug 2020 11:52 (Recasts with details of priest testing positive) By Saurabh Sharma LUCKNOW, India, Aug 13 (Reuters) - India reported another record jump in its surging coronavirus cases on Thursday with nearly 67,000 new infections, among them a religious leader who …
- ‘Burado’ gets the axe due to COVID-19 pandemic 13 Aug 2020 11:46 One of the casualties of the COVID-19 pandemic is the ambitious soap opera “Burado” which would have had tapings in various places all over the world. As we have been informed by Dreamscape Television’s Eric John Salut, the series which would have starred …
- Spain losing 2nd round in virus fight, say experts; Bhutan imposes first nationwide lockdown 13 Aug 2020 11:29 People wearing face masks queue up to be tested for COVID-19, at Vilafranca del Penedes in the Barcelona province, Spain, Monday, Aug. 10, 2020. Spain is facing another surge in coronavirus infections not even two months after beating back the first wave. …
- Coronavirus news – live: Germany says vaccine a certainty in 2021, while Oldham residents fear 'devastating' second lockdown 13 Aug 2020 10:55 The world is certain to have a coronavirus vaccine in 2021, if not within the next few months, the German health minister has said. “Thanks to us all working together – researchers, scientists, the public – we will probably have a vaccine faster than ever …
- Live Streaming Cricket, England vs Pakistan 2nd Test: Watch ENG vs PAK stream live cricket match 13 Aug 2020 10:50 Image Source : INDIA TV Live Streaming Cricket, England vs Pakistan 2nd Test: Watch ENG vs PAK stream live cricket match online England vs Pakistan Stream Live cricket 2nd Test: Pakistan captain Azhar Ali won the toss and opted to bat against England in …
- Sonu Sood and Malaika reveal, 'We did a world tour and performed on Munni Badnaam Hui' 13 Aug 2020 10:47 Sonu Sood and Malaika Arora recreate 'Munni Badnaam Hui' moment on India's Best DancerPR Handout Sonu Sood and Malaika Arora recreated 'Munni Badnaam Hui' moment on the stage of India's Best Dancer. They also revealed that they did …
- COVID-19 effect: T.N. asks public not to attend Independence Day celebrations 13 Aug 2020 10:38 The Tamil Nadu government on Thursday advised the general public, school and college students and the elderly not to attend the Independence Day celebrations at Fort St. George (and at district headquarters) on August 15 this year so as to contain the …
- Germany 'optimistic' for coronavirus vaccine in months: Live 13 Aug 2020 09:58 Worldwide coronavirus cases have surpassed 20.4 million, according to the Johns Hopkins University. More than 12.7 million have recovered, and more than 745,000 have died, Here are the latest updates: 09:50 GMT - Indonesia reports 2,098 new coronavirus …
- Meet the 90-plus year-olds who are living their full life through lockdown 13 Aug 2020 09:00 These inspiring nonagenarians have been active through lockdown, from helming films to teaching music, between video calls with the grandkids 'Music keeps me going' Supriya Cherian, a 95-year-old, is based in Chennai I drove till I was 90. Then my …
- Lockdown in Bhutan; Philippines eyes Russian vaccine trial in Oct 13 Aug 2020 07:38 Medical staff prepare to take a COVID-19 tests at a drive through community based assessment centre in Christchurch, New Zealand (AP)Coronavirus Global Updates: With over 20.5 million infections, the novel coronavirus that first began in China last year, …
- Indians react to Biden's pick of Kamala Harris Sen. Kamala Harris, born to an Indian mother and a Jamaican father, made history on Tuesday when former Vice President Joe Biden picked her as his running mate. 'She likes Indian music' » 13 Aug 2020 07:32 Photos of Kamala Harris' grandparents, Rajam and P.V. Gopalan, on display in their son G. Balachandran's house in New Delhi. (Shashank Bengali / Los Angeles Times)Atlanta lawyer Amol Naik was surprised by his emotional reaction to Joe Biden…
- Daiwa launches two new smart TVs 13 Aug 2020 07:24 Homegrown electronics brand Daiwa recently announced the launch of two new televisions. The brand launched its 49-inch and 55-inch 4K Ultra HD smart TVs in India. The TVs come with a 4K HDR10 display with a screen resolution of 3840x2160 pixels. The TVs …
- Live COVID-19 updates: India's death toll tops 47,000 13 Aug 2020 07:10 BEIJING, Aug. 13 (Xinhua) -- The following are the updates on the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. - - - - NEW DELHI -- India's federal health ministry on Thursday confirmed that total deaths in the country due to COVID-19 have surpassed the …
- China says chicken imported from Brazil is positive; New Zealand scrambles to contain new spread 13 Aug 2020 06:47 Medical staff prepare to take a COVID-19 tests at a drive through community based assessment centre in Christchurch, New Zealand (AP)Coronavirus Global Updates: With over 20.5 million infections, the novel coronavirus that first began in China last year, …
- China’s global dominance is ‘done’ 13 Aug 2020 06:16 The chairman of the company that probably made the device you’re reading this on thinks China’s days as the dominating force in electronics manufacturing are “done”. Foxconn is a Taiwanese company that partners with device makers like Apple, Dell, …
- Three killed in Bengaluru as anti-Islam Facebook post sparks clashes 13 Aug 2020 03:34 BENGALURU: At least three people on Wednesday were killed during clashes with police in the Indian city of Bengaluru overnight over an anti-Islam Facebook post that sparked protests in which a police station was attacked, and a politician's house and …
- Russia to roll out coronavirus vaccine within two weeks: Live 13 Aug 2020 02:59 Russia's confirmed coronavirus case tally, the fourth largest in the world, rose to 902,701 after officials reported 5,102 new infections. The WHO has not received enough information on the Russian COVID-19 vaccine to evaluate it, according to Jarbas …
- South Florida’s Jamaican, Indian community supports Harris as Biden’s VP pick 13 Aug 2020 02:42 LAUDERHILL, FLA. (WSVN) - U.S. Sen. Kamala Harris’ addition to the democratic presidential ticket for the 2020 election has drawn support from South Florida’s Jamaican and Indian communities. There’s a large Jamaican population in Lauderhill, so upon …
- IPL's Chennai expect Dhoni to play past 40 13 Aug 2020 02:35 NEW DELHI: Indian Premier League favourites Chennai Super Kings expect former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni to keep playing past his 40th birthday—until at least 2022, the team’s chief executive said. Dhoni has not played a competitive game since …
- What Mufti saw 13 Aug 2020 00:56 Masud Mufti, writer, thinker and administrator was among those teenagers who marched in the streets of Lahore for the creation of Pakistan. He joined the country's premier civil service as he had wished and strived for as a young degree holder. What he …
- Kamala Harris' VP bid brings outpouring of pride among Indian Americans, a growing force in Democratic politics 12 Aug 2020 23:43 Atlanta lawyer Amol Naik was surprised by his emotional reaction to Joe Biden’s selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate. It’s not that Harris will be the first Black woman to be a major party’s vice presidential nominee; it’s that she will be the …
- Kamala Harris Family in India Rejoices Over VP Pick 12 Aug 2020 19:01 NEW DELHI - Waking up at 5 a.m. to see a message of "congratulations" flash on his phone and then reading the news that his niece, Kamala Harris, had been picked by presumptive U.S. Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden as his running mate …
- Three Die as Communal Riots Erupt in Southern India 12 Aug 2020 17:55 NEW DELHI – Three people were killed in police firing in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru, an official said on Wednesday, as violence broke out over an alleged derogatory social media post about Islam’s most revered figure, Prophet Mohammad. Dozens of …
- Deadly clashes in India over Facebook post 12 Aug 2020 16:33 Baton-wielding police patrolled barricaded and deserted streets in parts of the southern Indian tech hub of Bengaluru on Wednesday, after three people were killed in overnight clashes triggered by a Facebook post offensive to Muslims. The violence began …
- Sliding doors, coach surveillance, alarms, Braille signages: Railway's draft specification for private trains 12 Aug 2020 16:27 New Delhi: Electronic sliding doors, windows with double-glazed safety glass, Braille signages, emergency talk-back mechanism, passenger surveillance system, and information and destination boards. These are some of the specifications the Railways has …
- Kamala Harris’ Family in India Rejoices Over VP Pick 12 Aug 2020 14:44 NEW DELHI - Waking up at 5 a.m. to see a message of “congratulations” flash on his phone and then reading the news that his niece, Kamala Harris, had been picked by presumptive U.S. Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden as his running mate was a moment …
- Xiaomi turns 10 and celebrates by sitting down to relax in front of its new transparent television 12 Aug 2020 14:19 Chinese consumer goods manufacturer Xiaomi has celebrated its tenth birthday with the release of a transparent television. The 55-inch Mi TV LUX offers a substantial cylindrical base, a metal bezel and - at a glance - not much else. Xiaomi has offered some …
- Bengaluru: DM to hold inquiry; 146 arrested 12 Aug 2020 13:05 !1 New UpdateClick here for latest updates Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan and State Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to visit Pettimudi, Rajamala landslide region in Idukki district tomorrow: Chief Minister's office Kolkata airport gets Mobile …
- Kamala Harris pick sparks delight in India and Jamaica 12 Aug 2020 08:07 The news also rippled around the world. Harris is the daughter of immigrants from India and Jamaica, giving her selection an unusually international dimension. Harris’ mother, Shymala Gopalan, came to the United States from India to pursue a doctoral …
- Three die in India's Bengaluru as Facebook post sparks clashes with police 12 Aug 2020 07:09 BENGALURU (Reuters) - At least three people died in clashes with police in the Indian city of Bengaluru overnight after a Facebook post offensive to Muslims sparked protests in which a police station was attacked, and a politician’s house and vehicles were …
- Indian Premier League: BCCI Ropes In Unacademy, Cred As Official Partners 12 Aug 2020 05:58 There is some good news for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The setback of losing Chinese mobile phone makers Vivo as the title sponsors of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has somewhat been counterbalanced by the addition of two official …
- Gathr Films Sets Worldwide Event Cinema Premiere of Emmy-Winning Director Paul Saltzman’s Feature Documentary Meeting the Beatles in India for September 9th 11 Aug 2020 22:31 LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 11, 2020-- With new and vivid first-hand details and over 40 personal photos never-before-seen in any other movie about The Beatles, Emmy Award-winning Canadian filmmaker Paul Saltzman shares an extraordinary life …
- Pilots want DG removed for jumping to conclusions on Air India Express crash 11 Aug 2020 16:03 The Indian pilot community has called for the sacking of the Director General of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in the interest of “flight safety”. The pilot community is upset about some of the remarks that the DG made to television …
- India to encash Chinese smart electricity meter firm PT Hexing’ bank guarantee 11 Aug 2020 12:46 This comes in the backdrop of India firming up a series of economic responses against China, following border tensions that remain unresolved. In a related development, EESL has also returned the 10,000 meters supplied by the firm, said to be owned by …
- Manchester United vs Copenhagen Live Streaming Europa League in India: Watch MAN UTD vs COP live 11 Aug 2020 11:43 Image Source : GETTY IMAGES Manchester United vs Copenhagen Live Streaming Europa League in India: Watch MAN UTD vs COP live quarterfinals Manchester United vs Copenhagen Live Streaming Europa League: Manchester United are the overwhelming favourite to …
- Smooth Sale-ing for Chinese brands, clock double-digit sales growth during Amazon, Flipkart events 11 Aug 2020 03:37 KOLKATA: Chinese smartphone and consumer electronics brands saw sales rise by double digits from the year earlier in sales on Amazon and Flipkart, with some products running out, three senior industry executives said, belying fears of public sentiment …
- India's balance of payments will be very strong, says Piyush Goyal 10 Aug 2020 20:34 Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday said India’s balance of payments would be “very, very strong” in the current financial year, on the back of higher-than-expected exports and a fall in imports. “Exports have shown a good turnaround. We …
- LG Electronics sets up company-owned e-store in India, hopes to boost appliance sales 10 Aug 2020 11:42 KOLKATA: India’s largest home appliances maker, LG Electronics India has set up a company-owned online store front using the retail foreign direct investment (FDI) in automatic route for single brand companies and manufacturers. This, the Korean firm …
- Coronavirus update: India registers record daily fatalities and six days of world's highest number of infections 10 Aug 2020 11:14 India has reported a record 1,007 fatalities as well as 62,064 new cases, making four days of more than 60,000 new confirmed infections and six days of more infections than any other country. Britain, one of the countries hardest hit by the coronavirus …
- Want to become India's 1st ever WWE 'Tag Team Champions': NXT stars Saurav Gurjar and Rinku Singh 10 Aug 2020 07:53 Not coming from Wrestling backgrounds but humble beginnings, Rinku Singh and Saurav Gurjar made their official TV debut by taking on NXT Tag Team Champion Matt Riddle in March 2020. The road has been a long and challenging one for the duo ever since they …
- President Ram Nath Kovind to host a truncated 'at home' amid Covid-19 10 Aug 2020 05:08 New Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind’s first major public engagement since the spread of Covid-19, 'At Home' reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Independence Day, will be a truncated affair. In view of the pandemic, the guest list will be trimmed …
- An invisible humanitarian crisis in India 09 Aug 2020 19:58 The state and the rich and middle classes remain indifferent as millions slip into chronic hunger and intense poverty India’s labouring poor have largely disappeared even from the inner pages of newspapers and from television screens. It is as though, …
- As Amazon tree loss worsens, political pressure grows, and Brazil hedges: Critics 14 Aug 2020 11:54 Government data released last Friday shows that from August 1, 2019 to July 31, 2020 forest loss in the Brazilian Amazon totaled 9,205 square kilometers (3.554 square miles), an increase of 34.5% over the previous comparative period (2018/2019), when 6 …
- Helen Keller, Katharine Hepburn, Barbara McClintock on Connecticut list of influential women 14 Aug 2020 09:44 Connecticut native Helena Hill celebrated Independence Day 1917 by holding a sign outside the White House lawn emblazoned with the slogan "Governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed.” By the end of the day, she would be in a …
- JUST THE RIGHT TICKET: Kamala Harris reshapes the Biden presidential bid 14 Aug 2020 00:45 Democratic candidate for the US vice presidency Senator Kamala Harris. (Photo: EPA-EFE / Etienne Laurent) My wife woke up this morning, on Thursday 13 August, to say with a smile in her voice, “America now has hope, a chance to redeem itself soon, …
- Commentary: The fight for women's rights is a story for the ages. Why isn't it bigger on TV? 13 Aug 2020 17:30 The rise of Sen. Kamala Harris could be a made-for-TV drama. Joe Biden’s newly minted running mate, the child of Indian and Jamaican immigrants, is now poised to become the first woman and first person of color to hold the office of vice president. . The …
- US election: Biden, Kamala Harris to make unusual campaign debut in virus era 12 Aug 2020 17:28 The former primary rivals will appear at a high school in Biden’s Delaware hometown to discuss their shared vision for how to defeat Trump and then lead the country through a pandemic, its economic fallout and a long-simmering reckoning with racism. Harris …
- Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to appear together today after he announced her as his running mate 12 Aug 2020 16:51 Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will appear on Wednesday afternoon together in Wilmington, Delaware less than 24 hours after the presumptive Democratic nominee finally announced the California senator as his running mate. The duo will deliver remarks from …
- Biden, Harris to make unusual campaign debut in virus era 12 Aug 2020 13:49 WILMINGTON, Del. — Joe Biden is making his first appearance with newly chosen running mate Kamala Harris on Wednesday, betting that the California senator’s historic profile and confrontational style against President Donald Trump will boost Democrats’ …
- Is Walt Disney Giving Up on Hulu? 10 Aug 2020 10:58 There's no question that the coronavirus pandemic has been a boon for the video streaming industry. Subscriptions for services like Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) have surged, and third-party aggregators like Reelgood have also reported a sharp jump in …
- As Korean content goes global, cultural sensitivity becomes key issue 10 Aug 2020 10:19 Uijeongbu High School students parody Ghana’s famous dancing pallbearers. (Uijeongbu High School Facebook) When students from Uijeongbu High School parodied Ghana’s famous dancing pallbearers, South Korea-based Ghanaian television personality Sam Okyere …
- The Trump campaign spent millions to make sure you see its ads next week. 15 Aug 2020 18:27 LiveUpdated Aug. 15, 2020, 2:09 p.m. ET Aug. 15, 2020, 2:09 p.m. ET Many questions remain as the first virtual convention nears. The Postal Service’s inspector general is investigating complaints about mail delays. And disinformation about Kamala Harris …
- Opinion | How Modi sent strong messages to China, Pakistan in his I-Day speech 15 Aug 2020 18:19 Image Source : INDIA TV Aaj Ki Baat With Rajat Sharma In his seventh consecutive Independence Day address from Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday sent clear messages to both China and Pakistan saying that “our armed forces have replied in …
- ‘Love on the Spectrum’ is heartfelt, authentic and real 15 Aug 2020 17:35 DHAHRAN: Right on the heels of “Indian Matchmaking,” Netflix acquired streaming rights to Australian dating show “Love on the Spectrum” for a global audience. While these releases offer minority groups visibility and representation in mainstream media (the …
- Main Pal Do Pal Ka Shayar Hun: The song MS Dhoni chose to announce his retirement 15 Aug 2020 16:44 Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Saturday announced his retirement from international cricket and just like his Test announcement, which came as a sudden shock, chose a unique way to bid adieu to Team India. Dhoni posted a video montage along …
- England v Pakistan: second Test, day three – as it didn't happen 15 Aug 2020 16:29 12.17pm EDT 12:17 Play has been abandoned for the day And what a day it’s been. Thanks for your company, apologies for the English weather. See you in the morning for more frustration. 12.13pm EDT 12:13 “Good morning Rob,” says Adam Roberts. “Not about …
- Consider me as retired', says India's Dhoni 15 Aug 2020 15:34 Sport Indian wicketkeeper-batsman and former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday in a cryptic message posted on Instagram. 15 Aug 2020 11:15PM (Updated: 15 Aug 2020 11:15PM) Bookmark REUTERS: Indian …
- Manchester City vs Lyon, UEFA Champions League Live Streaming: When and where to watch 15 Aug 2020 15:16 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola during the press conference (Source: Reuters)UEFA Champions League 2020, Mancheter City vs Lyon Football Live Score Streaming: After defeating Spanish champions Real Madrid 4-2 on aggregate, Pep Guardiola’s men …
- When a derby turned deadly in Eden Gardens in 1980 15 Aug 2020 15:16 On August 16, 1980, 16 people were killed in a stampede and riot inside Eden Gardens (Source: Twitter)Shyam Thapa, a former India international and the current chairman of All India Football Federation’s technical committee, was a Mohun Bagan player in …
- POLITICO Playbook: The threat to the election 15 Aug 2020 14:34 DRIVING THE DAY GOOD SATURDAY MORNING. The election is 80 DAYS away, and the United States Postal Service has told states that mail-in ballots might not make it in time to be counted. TO REVIEW, in case your beach house doesn’t have consistent cell service …
- For black lives to matter, all looks must matter 15 Aug 2020 14:28 By now we are well aware that institutional racism affects not one individual but the entire fabric of society; the idea of white supremacy woven into minor and major aspects of life including access to jobs, education, politics, health care, lifestyle, …
- Kabir’s Canon: Did the SC pay heed? 15 Aug 2020 14:28 The Supreme Court thinks it is upholding the “majesty of law” by holding the venerable lawyer and social activist Prashant Bhushan guilty of contempt for his remarks, which it dubs false, malicious and scandalous. Well, all I can say is the Surpreme Court …
- Their legacy marches on: Celebrate the Women of the Century with a look at historic South Shore figures 15 Aug 2020 14:18 Celebrate the Women of the Century with a look at historic South Shore figures. "Remember the ladies." That line, in a letter from Abigail Adams to her husband, John – then a delegate from Massachusetts to the Second Continental Congress in …
- 74th Independence Day celebrations | Watch 15 Aug 2020 13:43 India is celebrating its 74th Independence Day today. It was this day in 1947 that India got freedom from the British empire. This year, the Independence Day celebrations are being held without much fanfare courtesy the coronavirus pandemic. Prime Minister …
- Watch Churails for the catharsis, not for the politics 15 Aug 2020 12:01 As the promotional materials for Asim Abbasi and ZEE5s Churails started buzzing around social media – I found myself terrified. Terrified at the politics of four upper class actresses donning burkhas as vigilante costumes, terrified of yet another attempt …
- View: Under PM Modi, India becoming politically decisive and economically self-reliant 15 Aug 2020 11:53 By Pankaj Singh As India celebrates its 74th Independence Day, it is time to recall how India proved wrong every prediction that was made by western doomsayers about its disintegration into several units, due to its diverse culture and multi-ethnicity. In …
- Debunking three viral falsehoods about Kamala Harris 15 Aug 2020 10:20 By Davey Alba As Joe Biden announced that he had selected Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., as his vice presidential running mate, internet trolls got to work. Since then, false and misleading information about Harris has spiked online and on TV. The activity …
- Schooling in Covid: Lessons on DD, YouTube and online exams 15 Aug 2020 08:09 Written by Maulshree Seth | Lucknow | Published: August 15, 2020 12:07:31 pm Sources said around 18-20 per cent students in the state lack access to online classes.(Represemtational)Virtual classes on Swayamprabha channel and national broadcaster …
- 'Feeling seen': Indian-American community empowered by Harris' VP run 15 Aug 2020 08:04 By Lora Lavigne, WRAL Durham reporter Durham, N.C. — The selection of U.S. Sen. Kamala Harris as the Democratic vice presidential candidate marked a historic milestone, as she was the first woman of color – and only the fourth woman overall – to be part of …
- From Red Square to Red Fort: Maj Shweta Pandey to assist PM Modi unfurling tricolour on 74th I-Day 15 Aug 2020 07:35 Image Source : MANISH PRASAD, INDIA TV Major Shweta Pandey, lead a first ever Tri – Services Indian Armed Forces Contingent in the Victory Day Parade of Russia at Red Square, Moscow in June 2020. Major Shweta Pandey, the woman officer who carried the …
- 74th I-Day: PM Modi makes big push for Atmanirbhar Bharat, sends strong message to Pak, China | LIVE 15 Aug 2020 07:34 India is celebrating its 74th Independence Day today. It was this day in 1947 that India got freedom from the British empire. This year, the Independence Day celebrations are being held without much fanfare courtesy the coronavirus pandemic. Prime Minister …
- 74th Independence Day: HIGHLIGHTS from PM Modi's speech 15 Aug 2020 07:34 Image Source : INDIA TV 74th Independence Day: HIGHLIGHTS from PM Modi's speech Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday unfurled the Tricolour at the Red Fort and addressed the nation amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Modi paid tribute at the Raj Ghat on …
- There’s something much more exciting happening behind the scenes of the Biden-Harris ticket 15 Aug 2020 07:26 Joe Biden’s pick of Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA) as his running mate for the 2020 Democratic presidential ticket has generated strong responses. While many Democrats are elated at the idea of seeing a brown-skinned woman of Indian and Jamaican heritage in …
- Perils of over-the-top shouting contests on prime time TV 15 Aug 2020 06:16 Rajiv Tyagi- a senior Congress spokesperson passed away suddenly yesterday- an hour after being part of a heated television debate. The debate, like most others of this kind, even more so on vernacular media, lays special emphasis on the lung power of …
- This year could see the most joyless election campaign in generations 15 Aug 2020 05:54 But the Harris-Biden appearance also exemplified the haunting emptiness of the most joyless election campaign in generations. When pro sports play before empty stadiums these days, TV channels pipe in crowd noise to viewers at home. But fake fans don't …
- Biden-Harris: A force to be reckoned with 15 Aug 2020 05:49 This week, after the most sedate US presidential campaign in recent memory, due to coronavirus, the 2020 election race suddenly got interesting. On Wednesday, hordes of media representatives and Democrat supporters descended on the small state of Delaware …
- I-Day: Celebs dream of a self-reliant India 15 Aug 2020 04:09 India celebrates its Independence Day today. And in its 74th year, it continues to be a symbol of inspiration, strength and resilience; the last of which is being tested yet again in the war against COVID-19 pandemic. The challenge, however, once again …
- Love Island star Laura Anderson 'thrilled' to be moving home to Scotland 15 Aug 2020 03:59 Love Island star Laura Anderson has revealed she is moving back to Scotland in three weeks and says her boyfriend Tom Brazier will join her in a few months. The 31-year-old, who is renting a luxury three-bedroom apartment in Glasgow’s West End, has spent …
- Ads & entertainment 15 Aug 2020 02:19 OUR youths do not watch TV anymore. They spend their time on mobile phones for information, sports and entertainment. One reason for this is extended commercial breaks during the telecast of any infotainment or sports programme. The recent telecast of the …
- Kerala landslide: 18 children dead, missing: ‘If no Covid, would be in school, alive’ 15 Aug 2020 00:18 Written by Vishnu Varma | Published: August 15, 2020 4:35:13 am Nadhia, 10, was among those who died. Koncilal Mary sinks into her chair on hearing the news: the previous day, August 12, the body of 10-year-old Nadhia, Mary’s student at the Little Flower …
- The man, the murder and his destiny 14 Aug 2020 22:31 It is quite astounding that he lived for only 55 years (1920-1975) and achieved so much. He may not have written treaties in philosophy, literature and science but he brought to life a social and political epic that transformed the life of millions of his …
- ‘Ted Lasso’ is Apple TV+’s most likable show yet 14 Aug 2020 22:14 Ted Lasso is an college football coach from Kansas who is hired to coach an English Premiere League team. He knows next to nothing about soccer, and has never been to the U.K. But he sure loves being a coach! That setup fuels a formulaic fish-out-of-water …
- Rajiv Tyagi Is Frontline Casualty Of TV Debates' Diabolical Monstrosity 14 Aug 2020 22:12 Congress party’s national spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi died of cardiac arrest Wednesday. He suffered an attack soon after an abrasive and venomous debate on a Hindi News channel. His sudden demise has triggered concerns over TV debates. I have no doubt that …
- Review: ‘Indian Matchmaking’ flaws don’t outweigh much-needed representation 14 Aug 2020 20:58 “Indian Matchmaking” is an eight-episode series on Netflix capturing the experiences of wealthy Indian-Americans and Indians as they navigate the dating world with the help of matchmaker Sima Taparia. Taparia begins her process by visiting her client’s …
- Essential Politics: Harris’ job is to make Biden look good. It’s working 14 Aug 2020 18:40 In 2016, with considerable help from their de facto allies in Moscow, Donald Trump’s campaign aggressively tried to push down Black voting in key states. The effort focused on alienating Black voters by reminding them of Hillary Clinton’s support for …
- ‘Ted Lasso’ Review: Jason Sudeikis as America’s Nicest Export 14 Aug 2020 18:36 You could hear that the new Apple TV+ sitcom “Ted Lasso” is based on a pair of one-joke video promos, made for NBC Sports, and have a “What is the world coming to?” moment. But that would just mean you had forgotten about “Cavemen” (2007), based on a …
- WATCH | 'A Suitable Boy' star Rasika Dugal on why she wants to get typecast 14 Aug 2020 17:51 By Express News Service An actor plying her trade for more than a decade, Rasika Dugal's career is a hotbed of activity. Her film, Lootcase, got released recently; her international TV series, A Suitable Boy, is streaming too, and she's at present …
- Will not settle for anything less, Indian football belongs right at the top: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu 14 Aug 2020 17:36 Goalkeeper of the Indian football team, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, on Friday, insisted that "Indian football belongs right at the top", and said that it "will not settle for anything less". The Arjuna awardee also added that playing for the …
- Trump And Allies Fan Flames Of Debunked Theory About Harris’ Eligibility 14 Aug 2020 16:49 TOPLINE President Trump and his allies are continuing to encourage the spread of a theory that Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) is not eligible for the vice presidency because of her parent’s immigration status, a factually incorrect claim that echoes …
- 74th I-Day: PM Modi set to hoist Tiranga from historic Red Fort amid multilayered security 14 Aug 2020 16:46 Image Source : PTI New Delhi: An Army officer during the full dress rehearsals for the 74th Independence Day celebrations, amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, at Red Fort in New Delhi, Thursday, Aug 13, 2020. India will become witness to yet another year …
- IPL title sponsorship rights: Tata, Unacademy, Dream11 submit ‘Expression of Interest’ 14 Aug 2020 16:15 By: PTI | Published: August 14, 2020 9:02:13 pm BCCI has received the Indian government’s approval to hold the IPL in UAE. (Source: BCCI)Multinational conglomerate Tata Group has submitted its ‘Expression of Interest’ to become IPL title sponsor this year, …
- IPL 2020: Unacademy, Dream11 submit formal Expression of Interest for title sponsorship 14 Aug 2020 15:01 IPL 2020: Unacademy, Dream11 submit EOI for title sponsorship (Courtesy by BCCI) Education technology company Unacademy and fantasy sports Platform Dream11 have submitted their 'Expression of Interest' to become title sponsors of this year's …
- ZEE5 brings TikTok-like short video platform called HiPi: Here’s all about it 14 Aug 2020 14:56 By: Tech Desk | New Delhi | Updated: August 14, 2020 6:22:44 pm ZEE5 launches short video platform called HiPiOne of the most popular streaming service in India, ZEE5, launched its TikTok alternative called HiPi. The platform is built in India and for …
- Your Weekend Planner August 14: Good news from Kareena, Global Prayers for Sushant 14 Aug 2020 14:46 Dear Reader, It hasn't been an easy week. But which week has been? Ever since this virus entered our lives? Well, the silver lining is that it's a Friday, Russia has announced a (eyebrow-raising) vaccine, and there are two days to detach from …
- Kamala Harris’s Indian connections spark social... 14 Aug 2020 14:46 14 Aug 2020 - 13:22 WILMINGTON, DE - AUGUST 13: Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA), running mate of Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee former Vice President Joe Biden, attends a coronavirus briefing at a makeshift studio at the Hotel DuPont on August 13, …
- Lisa Sthalekar: Women's T20 Challenge 'not necessarily the best product' without top overseas players 14 Aug 2020 13:58 Speaking at a press conference ahead of the worldwide premiere of Beyond the Boundary, the ICC's documentary on the 2020 women's T20 World Cup, Australian cricketer-turned-commentator Lisa Sthalekar weighed in on many key questions around the women …
- ZEE5 launches short video platform HiPi 14 Aug 2020 13:52 ZEE5, Zee Group's over-the-top (OTT) platform, on Friday launched its short video platform HiPi, with an aim to engage “billions of Indians to embark on a journey from just being a fan to achieving fandom”. This is close on the heels of TikTok’s …
- Feedback: Sarah Cooper to Sean Hannity, readers have opinions 14 Aug 2020 13:31 Spitting images Regarding “The Donald and the Art of Caricature” by Charles McNulty [Aug. 9]: Impersonation is a clever form of performance art that underscores the quirks and tics of the famous and infamous among us. Frank Gorshin’s impressions of Burt …
- A critical flaw could have leaked all your personal Alexa voice recordings 14 Aug 2020 12:40 By: Tech Desk | New Delhi | Published: August 14, 2020 4:04:27 pm Check Point had reported the vulnerability to Amazon and the company has already fixed the bug. (Express Photo: Nandagopal Rajan)Amazon Alexa had a critical flaw could have let hackers …
- 'There is no feeling like playing for the country' 14 Aug 2020 12:11 'I would like to wish a Happy Independence Day to all my fellow Indians in the country as well as outside.' IMAGE: Indian football team goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu stated that Indian football "belongs at the top" and that they will …
- As Amazon tree loss worsens, political pressure grows, and Brazil hedges: Critics 14 Aug 2020 11:54 Government data released last Friday shows that from August 1, 2019 to July 31, 2020 forest loss in the Brazilian Amazon totaled 9,205 square kilometers (3.554 square miles), an increase of 34.5% over the previous comparative period (2018/2019), when 6 …
- Sun TV Network sees consolidated net profit at Rs 257.21 crore 14 Aug 2020 11:51 By PTI CHENNAI: Broadcasting major Sun Television Network Ltd on Friday said it has made Rs 257.41 crore as consolidated profit after tax (PAT) for the quarter ending June 30, 2020. The city-based company had recorded Rs 386.81 crore as PAT in the …
- Barcelona vs Bayern Munich, UEFA Champions League Live Streaming: When and where to watch 14 Aug 2020 11:32 By: Sports Desk | Published: August 14, 2020 4:31:57 pm Barcelona vs Bayern Munich Live Streaming: One of these two European heavyweights will progress to the UCL semis. (Twitter/DFL)UEFA Champions League 2020, Barcelona vs Bayern Munich Football Live …
- Altered States: how a superpower stopped being great 14 Aug 2020 11:21 Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size “It’s a great honour,” said Donald Trump, proffering a welcoming hand and tipping slightly his feather-light wedge of corn-coloured hair, as we greeted each other outside the golden elevators on the 25th …
- Music legend Michael Bolton praises Malaysian singer Poova for ‘setting the bar’ for others on ‘Asian Dream’ (VIDEO) 14 Aug 2020 11:12 Bolton commended Poova’s ‘strong and confident’ personality which gave her a unique edge on the show. — Picture courtesy of Poova Sri Rama PETALING JAYA, Aug 14 — Soft rock legend Michael Bolton had high praise for Malaysian singer Poova Sri Rama who is …
- Here’s how K-dramas are building a bridge between India and South Korea 14 Aug 2020 10:49 By: PTI | New Delhi | Published: August 14, 2020 2:57:55 pm Korean dramas have struck a chord with the Indian audience.Rich man-meets-poor woman, a cross-border love story or the classic underdog tale – replace banyan trees with cherry blossoms, the Ganges …
- ‘Little Voice’ review: A pleasant-ish romance, elevated by a great soundtrack 14 Aug 2020 09:45 Little Voice, created by Grammy-winner Sara Bareilles and Jessie Nelson and loosely inspired by the musician’s experiences, tells the story of Bess King, a young singer-songwriter who tries to find her authentic voice and make it in New York City. We know …
- Salman Khan’s first adorable photo from the sets of ‘Bigg Boss 14’ surfaces 14 Aug 2020 09:43 The first photo of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who is set to host Bigg Boss 14, from the sets of the reality TV show has surfaced and has won the hearts of the fans of Khan. The adorable photo of the Dabangg actor was shared by Indian designer Ashley …
- 2020 MTV Video Music Awards: Lady Gaga to set the stage on fire 14 Aug 2020 08:47 By: AP | New York | Published: August 14, 2020 12:45:30 pm Seven of Lady Gaga’s nine nominations are for her collaboration with Ariana Grande on the No. 1 hit Rain On Me. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)Lady Gaga is ready to just dance …
- Rajasthan: Trust vote tabled; debate under way 14 Aug 2020 08:42 !1 New UpdateClick here for latest updates Total 6,995, 2,880 active cases 4,009 cured cases 106 deaths Wreath laying ceremony Jammu and Kashmir: Wreath laying ceremony of two police personnel, who lost their lives in the firing by terrorists… https:/…
- A Spokesperson Died After A TV Debate. Will We Do Nothing? 14 Aug 2020 08:36 On Wednesday night, while seated in a heated television debate, I got the message that my friend and comrade Rajiv Tyagi had passed away just moments after he completed another heated debate from 5 to 6 pm on a national news channel. The message and the …
- Bengaluru International Short Film Festival to be held online from August 13 to 16 14 Aug 2020 07:43 As part of the festival, there will be interactions with filmmakers, and Prakash Belawadi will be in conversation with Palme d'Or winner Ruben Östlunda The Bengaluru International Short Film Festival (BISFF) will be held online from August 13 to 16. …
- England-Australia matches confirmed for September - including a T20 live on BBC TV 14 Aug 2020 07:09 England beat Australia in last summer's World Cup semi-finalsEngland will play three Twenty20s and three one-day internationals against Australia next month. The matches, due to be played in July, were postponed as part of the restructured schedule …
- The Devil All The Time trailer: Tom Holland takes on a never-seen-before avatar 14 Aug 2020 06:46 Written by Sampada Sharma | New Delhi | Published: August 14, 2020 10:39:10 am The Devil All The Time starts streaming on September 16.The trailer of The Devil All The Time, starring Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Bill Skarsgard, Riley Keough, Jason Clarke …
- Star to charge Rs 1 million for 10 second IPL ad 14 Aug 2020 04:58 Star earned ad revenues of around Rs 30 billion during last year's IPL. Whether it hits last year's figure will depend on how the economy picks up during the festival season. Surajeet Das Gupta reports. IMAGE: Kolkata Knight Riders cheerleaders …
- Stocks in the news: Voda Idea, Tata Steel, Hero MotoCorp, BPCL & Tata Motors 14 Aug 2020 04:25 NEW DELHI: Trading in SGX Nifty futures suggest Indian equity indices will open slightly lower on Friday as investors await clarity on the US stimulus package. Market participants will keep an eye on AGR hearing scheduled later in the day. Here are a few …
- Tata Steel posts Rs 4,609 crore Q1 loss, Europe unit in red 14 Aug 2020 04:25 Mumbai: India’s largest steelmaker, Tata Steel, reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 4,609 crore for the June quarter, as operations were hit by the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown, and its European units continued to be in the red. It had a year earlier …
- Geoffrey Nunberg, who explored how language shapes politics and insults, dies at 75 14 Aug 2020 04:20 He had glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer, said his sister, Barbara Nunberg. Dr. Nunberg’s day jobs were in academia and in a Silicon Valley think tank, but his deepest preoccupation was in understanding how human beings communicate through words, from …
- Coronavirus updates: US records nearly 56,000 new cases, over 1,500 additional deaths 14 Aug 2020 03:50 Samara Heisz/iStockBy MORGAN WINSOR, ABC News (NEW YORK) — The novel coronavirus has now killed more than 749,000 people worldwide. Over 20.6 million people across the globe have been diagnosed with COVID-19, the disease caused by the new respiratory …
- Coronavirus updates: Newborn among Minnesota children recently hospitalized 14 Aug 2020 03:50 Samara Heisz/iStockBy MORGAN WINSOR and EMILY SHAPIRO, ABC News (NEW YORK) — The novel coronavirus has now killed more than 750,000 people worldwide. Over 20.6 million people across the globe have been diagnosed with COVID-19, the disease caused by the …
- Import licence rules upsets TV makers' festive season plans, thousands of imported TVs stuck at ports 14 Aug 2020 03:34 KOLKATA: More than 21,000 largescreen television sets are stuck at India’s ports with leading manufacturers such as Samsung, LG, Sony and TCL yet to get the import licences that they now need, three industry executives said. Most of them, about 17,000, are …
- 'Hang on a minute, how about a beer?' Small and mysterious, the jujube fruit comes good 14 Aug 2020 03:11 Australian jujube farmers have come up with innovative ways to turn their waste fruit into pantry staples for consumers after battling extreme weather and the coronavirus pandemic. Key points: Farmers are turning their waste fruit into jujube vinegar and …
- Robby Krieger Talks New Album ‘The Ritual Begins At Sundown,’ Looks Back At The Doors As ‘Morrison Hotel’ Turns 50 14 Aug 2020 01:04 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 28: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame musician Robby Krieger, ... [+] founding member of The Doors, performs onstage during the 2019 Medlock Krieger All Star Concert benefiting rhw Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative …
- Superstar chefs teach on "Selena + Chef," a quarantine cooking show that looks like no other 14 Aug 2020 00:16 In the opening of her new unscripted HBO Max series "Selena +Chef," musician, actress and TV producer Selena Gomez remarks, "I really love to eat, but I'm not the best cook." Many of us probably have come to a similar conclusion …
- ESPN’s Keyshawn Johnson-led show ready to prove critics wrong 13 Aug 2020 23:39 Keyshawn Johnson says he considers mornings on ESPN Radio “the biggest property in the country.” He may be right. “Mike & Mike” built ESPN’s morning house for nearly two decades. After Mike Greenberg’s departure, Trey Wingo rented the place for three …
- White House’s Kushner confirms he met with Kanye West 13 Aug 2020 23:33 White House adviser Jared Kushner on Thursday confirmed that he had met recently with entertainer Kanye West, who is seeking to get his name on ballots for the November 3 United States presidential election. West is a supporter of Republican President …
- Inside Joe Biden's race of a lifetime 13 Aug 2020 23:21 He has been trying to win the White House for more than 30 years. Can he beat Donald Trump in 2020? It was late afternoon on February 2, the eve of the Iowa caucuses. We were jammed into a high-school gymnasium in Des Moines, the state capital, for Joe …
- Spanish Nets Deploy “Daughter of Immigrants” Narrative To Boost Kamala 13 Aug 2020 23:09 Extra Extra! Forget the “Person of Color” card for Kamala Harris. No. At the nation´s Hispanic networks, the California senator and VP pick for Biden is now some kind of Messiah for the nation's immigrants, being as she is, “the daughter of immigrants” …
- New team, new format for Canadian Premier League in P.E.I. return 13 Aug 2020 23:02 This is an excerpt from The Buzzer, which is CBC Sports' daily email newsletter. Stay up to speed on what's happening in sports by subscribing here. Here's what you need to know right now from the world of sports: Bianca Andreescu won't …
- With School TV, Bihar tries a break from online classes 13 Aug 2020 22:41 Written by Santosh Singh | Patna | Published: August 14, 2020 1:52:38 am School TV programmes are aired on weekends. (File)Ruchi Kumari, a Class 10 student in a government school in Madhubani’s Kamtoul area, may now have been used to studies in the absence …
- After Congress leader Rajiv Tyagi’s death, concerns over ‘toxic TV debates’ 13 Aug 2020 22:36 Written by Manoj C G | New Delhi | Published: August 14, 2020 1:18:43 am Congress national spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi (Source: Twitter/@INCIndia)The death of Congress spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi shortly after he finished a discussion on a news channel has …
- BET News Presents “BLACK AMERICA VOTES: THE VP CHOICE” Airing Sunday, August 16 at 7PM ET/PT on BET & BET HER 13 Aug 2020 21:58 NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 13, 2020-- Tuesday, August 11, 2020 marked a significant day in American History as presumptive Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Joe Biden declared U.S. Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate for the November 3 …
- 'This is what our founders had in mind.' HBCUs celebrate Kamala Harris' vice presidential run 13 Aug 2020 20:41 When Joe Biden announced Sen. Kamala Harris would be his running mate, alumni from the nation’s historically Black colleges and universities and members of Black sororities and fraternities rejoiced. Harris is one of their own, a Howard University graduate …
- Medicine for coronavirus and controversies 13 Aug 2020 19:56 Coronavirus has not only brought sufferings for the people but also controversies in the invention of medicine to control it. In this emergency situation every pharmaceutical manufacturer is in a hurry to find a medicine. Genuine researchers are struggling …
- Commentary: The fight for women's rights is a story for the ages. Why isn't it bigger on TV? 13 Aug 2020 17:30 The rise of Sen. Kamala Harris could be a made-for-TV drama. Joe Biden’s newly minted running mate, the child of Indian and Jamaican immigrants, is now poised to become the first woman and first person of color to hold the office of vice president. . The …
- Everyone From Karen Bass to TV’s Veep Congratulates Kamala Harris 13 Aug 2020 15:03 Joe Biden’s history-making Vice Presidential pick has famous Dems literally atwitter After months of feverish speculation, Joe Biden announced on Tuesday that California Senator Kamala Harris will be his running mate in the 2020 election. Harris will be …
- What a Surprise: TV News Declares Kamala Criticism 'Racist' and 'Sexist' 13 Aug 2020 14:37 Within moments of the Biden campaign announcing Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA) as their pick for Vice President, TV journalists were already condemning criticism of her as either “racist,” “sexist,” or both. Virtually no discussion of the Biden campaign’s …
- Local Indian-Americans take pride in Sen. Kamala Harris as Biden's selection as running mate 13 Aug 2020 07:34 RALEIGH (WTVD) -- Joe Biden's historic selection of Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate is the first time a Black woman and Indian-American have appeared on the ticket of a major party. "This is just a huge inspiration for the younger …
- Friends and family remember beloved Mardi Gras Indian Queen 13 Aug 2020 05:44 NEW ORLEANS— Hearing that we’ve lost a beloved member of the New Orleans Indian culture to violence has shaken the city and tributes have poured in from all over social media. We wanted to talk to the people closest to Queen Kim “Cutie” Boutte so that they …
- NOLA Mardi Gras Indian Queen Murdered [VIDEO] 13 Aug 2020 03:33 Very sad news out of New Orleans, as one of the most beloved Queens of Mardi Gras was murdered in the city Tuesday night (August 11). 55 year old Queen Kim "Cutie" Boutte of the Spirit of the FiYiYi and Mandingo Warriors was pronounced dead from …
- Kamala Harris' VP bid brings outpouring of pride among Indian Americans, a growing force in Democratic politics 12 Aug 2020 23:43 Atlanta lawyer Amol Naik was surprised by his emotional reaction to Joe Biden’s selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate. It’s not that Harris will be the first Black woman to be a major party’s vice presidential nominee; it’s that she will be the …
- After TV debate, Congress leader Rajiv Tyagi dies of heart attack 12 Aug 2020 19:26 Congress national spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi (Source: Twitter/@INCIndia)Congress spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi died of a heart attack on Wednesday shortly after he finished an intense discussion on a Hindi news channel on the violence in Bengaluru. Tyagi was …
- Cal grad shares experience on Netflix's reality show 'Indian Matchmaking' 12 Aug 2020 15:47 SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- If you've been on Netflix lately, you may have seen "Indian Matchmaking." It's the latest reality dating series that documents modern-day arranged marriages. Since its release in July, the show has sparked …
- Third Indian Trucker Arrested In US For Marijuana Smuggling From Canada 12 Aug 2020 13:19 Prabjot Nagra was arrested while bringing in 4,296 kg of marijuana valued at $20 million in a commercial truck across the Peace Bridge connecting the two countries near the Niagra Falls, officials said on Monday. Earlier, Arshdeep Singh was caught …
- Realme Smart TV 43-inch review: Good to be your first smart TV 12 Aug 2020 07:14 Written by Sneha Saha | Kolkata | Updated: August 12, 2020 11:39:06 am Realme Smart TV 3-inch review (Express photo: Sneha Saha)Realme today is one of the most popular smartphone manufacturers in India. And the success with smartphones has given the brand …
- Xiaomi launches world’s first ‘transparent TV’ with a 55-inch OLED screen 12 Aug 2020 07:14 By: Tech Desk | New Delhi | Published: August 12, 2020 12:36:09 pm Alongside the Mi 10 Ultra and Redmi K30 Ultra, Xiaomi announced a “transparent TV” to mark its 10th anniversary. It is called the Mi TV LUX Transparent Edition. The company claims the Mi TV …
- Supporting Kashmiris struggle: Hamid Mir strongly criticised by Indian channel 11 Aug 2020 03:05 KARACHI: The Indian media is strongly criticising Pakistani commentators for their observations and remarks on the first anniversary of the revocation of the Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IOJ&K)'s special status. Responding to a question by an …
- Ruminations from the TV couch 11 Aug 2020 02:39 ONE has watched more TV than was the case before the pandemic triggered a flawed lockdown. Even so, avoiding the minefield of Indian news channels remains a covenant with many. Most news channels are painful to watch for their half-truths. An eligible …
- Every New Movie Coming To Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, HBO Max And Apple TV+ This Week 10 Aug 2020 23:47 SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: Aubrey Plaza attends the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards ... [+] on February 08, 2020 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) FilmMagic On the first day of each month, the …
- Is Walt Disney Giving Up on Hulu? 10 Aug 2020 10:58 There's no question that the coronavirus pandemic has been a boon for the video streaming industry. Subscriptions for services like Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) have surged, and third-party aggregators like Reelgood have also reported a sharp jump in …
- ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ author talks Vikings and wilderness 10 Aug 2020 05:43 Ahead of the Indian TV premiere of ‘How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World’, the series’ author Cressida Cowell recalls the real-life Isle of Berk “It’s been an odd year,” British author Cressida Cowell remarks in a phone call from France; a jovial …