Chicago public schools approve $10.2 billion budget, choosing classrooms over debt: Will cuts hurt support services?

Chicago Public Schools approved a $10.2 billion budget for 2025-26, addressing a $734 million deficit by using TIF surplus funds and cutting central office expenses. The board avoided borrowing and deferred a $175 million pension payment, prioritizing classroom funding. This decision faced criticism from the Chicago Teachers Union, who warned of potential midyear cuts if…

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‘Season’ remake: Fahadh Faasil expresses desire to revisit Mohanlal-Padmarajan classic with Amal Neerad

Fahadh Faasil, with his new film ‘Maareesan’ in theaters, has expressed his strong desire to remake the Malayalam classic ‘Season,’ directed by Padmarajan and starring Mohanlal. He revealed ‘Season’ is among his top five films and has repeatedly requested director Amal Neerad to helm the remake, expressing his eagerness to be involved in the project.

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When Govinda confessed to being a victim of ‘nepotism’: ‘Even Amitabh Bachchan struggled with it, he would come on stage…’

Govinda revealed that Amitabh Bachchan faced nepotism early in his career, with industry insiders even snubbing him on stage. Govinda supported Bachchan and faced repercussions, including financial losses and career sabotage. After a long absence, Govinda is hinting at a comeback, while also addressing rumors about his marriage.

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Former Pakistan player attacks India, calls team a ‘joke of world cricket’

Former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal urged the PCB to boycott India matches following a controversial Asia Cup trophy presentation. India’s team reportedly refused the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, ACC head and PCB chairman, due to his anti-India sentiments. Akmal criticized India’s “cheap behaviour,” suggesting a neutral committee investigate the tournament’s contentious incidents, escalating tensions between…

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