Hollywood mourns the loss of Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor, director, and activist, who passed away at 89 in his Utah home on September 16, 2025. Tributes poured in from Meryl Streep, President Trump, and others, recognizing his immense contribution to cinema.
The hot dog’s quirky name traces back to German sausages, particularly the dachshund sausage, and the ingenuity of American street vendors. Cartoonists played a role, drawing humorous comparisons between the sausages and the dogs. This joke evolved into the popular term ‘hot dog,’ becoming an American culinary icon enjoyed nationwide.
Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson and Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion are enjoying their offseason with beach outings. Thompson shared moments on Instagram, including a selfie with Megan and a video of him swimming in the ocean. The couple, who made their relationship official in July, have been bonding over various activities.
Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles received a surprise visit from Grammy-nominated singer Normani during DWTS Season 34 finale rehearsals. Normani’s appearance, especially with Chiles’ planned freestyle to Normani’s song ‘Motivation,’ has fueled fan speculation about a potential collaboration and heightened anticipation for the finale.
The Punjab government intensifies its anti-drug and corruption efforts by filing a 140-page chargesheet against ex-minister Bikram Singh Majithia, following a thorough investigation by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau. The probe involved scrutiny of 400 bank accounts, 200 witnesses, and raids across 15 locations, revealing assets disproportionate to his known income, estimated at Rs 700 crore.
The cast of ‘Sinners’ remains incredibly close, with their group chat buzzing even months after release. Actress Jayme Lawson shared the cast’s elation over the film’s five Grammy nominations and the exciting Oscar buzz. The film, set in 1932 Mississippi, follows twin brothers opening a juke joint for the Black community, facing unexpected challenges.
Tension is escalating between Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar as the government nears its halfway mark. Siddaramaiah’s camp pushes for a cabinet reshuffle, which Shivakumar’s supporters resist, viewing it as an attempt to derail an alleged pact for Shivakumar to become CM.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate Phase 1 of the Navi Mumbai International Airport on Wednesday. This massive Rs 19,650 crore project, India’s largest Greenfield airport, aims to ease congestion at Mumbai’s existing airport.
