Jack Osbourne shared insights into his father Ozzy’s eating habits, recalling a childhood of potato waffles and takeout before chefs became a fixture. Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic Black Sabbath frontman, passed away at 76 after battling Parkinson’s disease. His family mourned him publicly in Birmingham, followed by a funeral procession where fans paid their respects…
The New York Times Connections presents a daily word puzzle challenging players to identify relationships between 16 words, sorting them into four groups. Difficulty varies, mixing straightforward categories with trickier ones involving wordplay or obscure references. Hints are provided to guide players, with solutions for the August 26th edition including categories like distinctive traits, unpleasant…
‘Negotiating with US detrimental’: Iran supreme leader Khamenei outlines stand on nuclear weapons; vows ‘won’t surrender’
Kolkata’s Durga Puja, now a UNESCO-recognized event, is witnessing a surge in tourism, with luxury hotels reporting high occupancy. The city attracts domestic travelers, NRIs, and international tourists eager to experience the festival’s grandeur. Hotels offer curated experiences like festive buffets, cultural performances, and parties, while outskirts provide calmer celebrations, blending tradition and wellness.
The Supreme Court has ruled that companies can pursue criminal cases and file appeals against acquittals or seek enhanced sentences in cases involving counterfeit products. The ruling clarifies that the term ‘victim’ in the Criminal Procedure Code includes companies, allowing them to protect their interests under criminal law.
The Times of India’s ‘Hack of the Day’ series offers a simple solution for signing and scanning documents using just your smartphone. Forget printers and scanners; Google Drive, pre-installed on Android and available for iPhones, transforms your phone into a portable scanner and signature pad.
Anthropic, an AI startup, has settled a class-action lawsuit with US authors who alleged their copyrighted works were used without permission to train AI models. While the financial terms remain undisclosed, the settlement includes compensation for authors, improved transparency in AI model training data, and a better opt-out mechanism for future use of their work.
Taylor Townsend defeated Jelena Ostapenko at the U.S. Open, leading to a heated exchange after the match. Ostapenko accused Townsend of lacking class, while Townsend dismissed the comments and focused on her victory. Townsend, now in the third round, emphasized letting her racket do the talking, marking a significant milestone in her singles career.
IPL 2026 mini-auction is set for December 13-15, with franchises submitting retention lists by November 15. The auction might return to India after overseas editions. Several high-profile players, including Sam Curran and Devon Conway, are reportedly being considered for release. Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is expected to be a major draw.
