Ben Simmons, a former All-Star, is contemplating retirement at 29 despite interest from the Knicks and Celtics. His career has declined due to back injuries and confidence issues since his 2021 playoff struggles. Jeff Teague noted Simmons’ diminished mobility, and a recent agent split further complicates his future, even with financial security and potential veteran…
Tennis icon Bjorn Borg shares his battle with an aggressive prostate cancer. He received the diagnosis after concerning test results in September 2023. Borg underwent surgery in February 2024. Recent tests show the cancer is in remission. Borg’s memoir, ‘Heartbeats,’ explores his life, including this health challenge. He remains optimistic and committed to fighting the…
Vanessa Bryant celebrated Beyoncé’s 44th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post, showcasing their close friendship that blossomed over the years, especially after Kobe Bryant’s passing. Vanessa continues to honor Kobe’s legacy by maintaining his tradition of gifting Matt Barnes’ twins with the latest Kobe shoe releases, keeping his memory alive.
The Gujarati supernatural thriller ‘Vash’ sequel, ‘Vash Level 2’, released on August 27, 2025, continues the story of Atharva protecting his daughter Aarya from dark forces. Hitu Kanodia praises Janki Bodiwala’s growth as an actress, highlighting her performance in both ‘Vash’ and its Hindi remake, ‘Shaitaan’.
The Pentagon reports Venezuelan military aircraft approached a US Navy ship. This followed a US strike on a boat allegedly linked to Venezuelan drug trafficking. The US issued a warning to Nicolas Maduro’s government. Marco Rubio called Maduro a “narco-terrorist”. Maduro declared Venezuela ready for armed struggle. The US has deployed warships as tensions rise.
The Life Insurance Council urges the GST Council and finance ministry to eliminate the 18% GST on agents’ commissions, following the reduction of GST on premiums and reinsurance to zero. Maintaining the current GST on commissions would deprive life insurers of significant input tax credit, impacting their profitability.
Health insurance premiums are unlikely to decrease by the full 18% GST cut due to insurers’ potential passing of input tax costs to consumers. While life insurance sees unexpected GST waivers, increased costs from unrecovered input taxes may affect bonuses. Non-life insurers anticipate a boost from higher automobile sales, pending clarity on input tax credit…
India’s North-East, bordering China, may hold over 70 million tonnes of untapped minerals and rare earth elements, according to a GSI report. This discovery in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, and Nagaland could boost India’s clean energy, digital infrastructure, and defense sectors.
Explore the ancient Egyptian zodiac, a system rooted in divine beings and the Nile’s cycles, unlike the Western constellations. Each of the twelve signs is governed by a specific god or goddess, revealing unique personality traits. Discover your connection to these powerful deities and gain insights into your strengths, weaknesses, and spiritual path.
AR Murugadoss’s ‘Madharaasi,’ starring Sivakarthikeyan, has sparked mixed reactions upon its release. While some praise the film’s engaging setup, Sivakarthikeyan’s performance, and Anirudh’s music, others criticize the writing and execution. The psychological action thriller, featuring Rukmini Vasanth and Vidyut Jammwal, seems to divide audiences with its blend of action, drama, and romance.
