Henry Winkler recalls audition that launched his iconic role as Fonzie on Happy Days

Henry Winkler, now 79, initially hesitated about playing Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli on Happy Days, a role that would define his career. During a Television Academy event, Winkler recalled his 1973 audition where he spontaneously embraced the direction to comb his hair. This small action shaped Fonzie’s iconic persona, leading to a 50-year journey filled with…

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Walking fast could be a simple way to reduce lung cancer risk: Findings from Hong Kong and UK studies

A recent study involving over 430,000 people reveals that brisk walking significantly lowers cancer risk, especially lung cancer. The research, conducted by the University of Hong Kong, highlights that faster walking improves metabolism, reduces inflammation, and supports heart and lung health. Walking speed serves as a practical health indicator for everyday cancer prevention, emphasizing the…

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‘Low quality’: PCB accused of corruption; ex-player launches attack

Former Atiq-uz-Zaman criticised the PCB for providing substandard jerseys during the Asia Cup 2025, contrasting them with the dry-fit kits of other teams. Despite Pakistan’s Super Four qualification after defeating UAE, Captain Salman Ali Agha acknowledged batting concerns, particularly in the middle overs. Agha emphasised the need for improvement before their crucial match against India…

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai celebrates Gemini’s gold win at world coding contest: ‘Such a profound leap’

Google’s Gemini 2.5 Deep Think achieved a gold-medal performance at the 2025 International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) World Finals, solving 10 out of 12 problems. The AI tool even cracked a problem that no human team could solve, demonstrating a significant leap in abstract problem-solving. If ranked, Gemini would have secured 2nd place overall in…

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