‘Coolie’ crosses Rs 250 crore mark in India

Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has grossed over Rs 250 crore in India within 11 days of its release on August 14. Despite a weekday dip, the film rebounded strongly, showcasing Rajinikanth’s enduring box office appeal. ‘Coolie’ has surpassed ‘War 2’ in collections, establishing its dominance in the Independence Day box office clash.

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As the NHL waits for its first openly gay star, “Heated Rivalry” brings that reality to television

Halifax author Rachel Reid’s bestselling queer hockey romance, “Heated Rivalry,” is becoming a TV series on Crave, exploring a love story the NHL has yet to openly embrace. Reid’s explicit and bold narratives normalize gay athletes in hockey, pushing for greater visibility and acceptance. The series aims to foster conversations and heal those hurt by…

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Paige Bueckers posts heartfelt mid-season update as Azzi Fudd stands by her side

Paige Bueckers, UConn’s senior guard, shared an emotional mid-season update on Instagram, featuring a photo with teammate Azzi Fudd. The post, captioned with gratitude and resilience, sparked widespread positive reactions from fans and fellow athletes. Fudd’s appearance signaled their strong bond, inspiring the women’s basketball community with their friendship and perseverance through challenges.

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‘Not pregnancy hormones, I was in tears’: Yami Gautam on her first reaction to husband Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar’ starring Ranveer Singh: ‘It will be the last of the multi-starrers’

Actress Yami Gautam shared her emotional reaction to her husband Aditya Dhar’s upcoming film ‘Dhurandhar’, starring Ranveer Singh. She described the script as deeply moving, bringing her to tears upon reading it. Gautam also praised Dhar’s directorial commitment, highlighting the film’s potential to be a memorable multi-starrer.

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India clears Indo-German Rs 70,000 crore submarine deal: Talks begin under Project 75; 6 advanced subs to boost Navy fleet

The Centre has approved negotiations for building six advanced submarines in India with German collaboration under Project 75 India. Mazagaon Dockyards Limited and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems are expected to start negotiations by the end of this month. The submarines will feature Air Independent Propulsion systems, enhancing the Indian Navy’s operational readiness in the Indian Ocean…

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NYT Connections hints and answers for today (August 23, 2025)

The New York Times Connections puzzle challenges players daily to categorize 16 words into four related groups. Today’s edition mixes straightforward categories with trickier ones, demanding careful consideration. Hints include car liquids, venues, deceptive behavior, and new inventions. Solutions reveal categories like automotive fluids, event locations, forms of deception, and modern innovations, offering a mental…

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