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Security forces have fired gunshots and tear gas to quell mass protests across Nigeria as thousands, mostly young people, poured onto the streets to rally against the country’s spiraling economy

AIN in the Olympics? The AIN stands for Athletes Neutres Individuels in French, meaning Individual Neutral Athletes in English. Athletes from Russia and Belarus will participate in the Paris Olympics as AIN or Individual Neutral Athletes. Russian athletes have been barred from the Olympics since 2017, so, they will participate in the Olympics 2024 as individual neutral athletes. They will be joined by their Belarusian counterparts. Russia and Belarus have been banned from participating in the Paris Olympics for their involvement in ongoing Russia- Ukraine War, reports 'CBS News'.

Brad Furman’s indie drama People Not Places has added seven actors to its cast. The script, written by Furman’s mother, Ellen Brown Furman, continues to gain attention with these new additions, a Deadline report said. New Cast Members Brad Furman has rounded out the cast for People Not Places. The seven new actors joining the project are Mercedes Ruehl, Yul Vazquez, Laurence Mason, Obba Babatundé, Joey Bicicchi, Colleen Camp, and Olivia Jude.

Marvel Studios is in early talks with the Russos to helm not just one, but two upcoming Avengers movies, marking their potential comeback after a brief hiatus from superhero epics. The Russo brothers, renowned for their adept handling of ensemble casts and intricate storytelling, first made waves in the MCU with 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' in 2014, followed by 'Captain America: Civil War' (2016) and the monumental 'Avengers: Infinity War' (2018) and 'Avengers: Endgame' (2019). Their collective directorial efforts under the Marvel banner have amassed an impressive $6.681 billion at the global box office, with 'Endgame' standing tall as the second highest-grossing film of all time. The news of their potential return comes after Marvel's extensive search for visionary directors to steer the fifth and sixth installments of the Avengers saga. Previous contenders included 'Deadpool & Wolverine' director Shawn Levy, underscoring the studio's commitment to finding the perfect creative minds to helm these pivotal films.

From the moment Anant and Radhika were in Jamnagar, the city enveloped them in a festive atmosphere. The airport was decorated with vibrant floral arrangements and traditional banners that added a touch of grandeur to the occasion.

All India Loco Running Staff Association's South Zone president said Saturday loco drivers handed a memorandum to Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, blaming poor working conditions for recent train accidents. R Kumaresan, who played a crucial role in organising the interaction between the former Congress president and the loco pilots at the New Delhi railway station on Friday, told PTI that they wanted to bring to Gandhi's attention «serious safety issues» faced by drivers and passengers in the Railways. «Recent accidents, including collisions in Indian Railways, apart from other issues, have brought forth the urgent necessity to resolve the working conditions of loco pilots since it is said that there is human failure,» the association said in the memorandum. Highlighting the plight of train drivers, the note said loco pilots, especially those who drive goods trains, work 14 to 16 hours a day and get to go home after three or four days.

In a clash over the past versus the future, some descendants of enslaved people in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana, are fighting to keep a grain terminal from being built in their historic Black neighborhood

box-office collection prediction is out and Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman's movie has been backed to achieve the biggest debut for a R-rated movie. Currently, 2016-release 'Deadpool' holds the record with a collection of $132.4 million, as per a report on Deadline. Box-office forecasters have claimed that «Deadpool & Wolverine» would witness a box-office debut a $160 million-$165 million. Also Read: LeBron James, son Bronny to make NBA history with Los Angeles Lakers. Check basketball legend's contract details, career stats, salary

beta version 2.24.15.8 of the WhatsApp for Android application. Initially, users will need to download language packs to use this feature, with English and Hindi being the first languages supported.

expects advertising revenue to touch ₹1,000 crore in the next 12 months. The company's advertising revenue has already hit ₹400 crore. “The advertising business is scaling rapidly and is growing at the rate of 150% year-on-year, driving up margins steadily," Zepto co-founder and chief executive officer Aadit Palicha said in an earlier interview with Mint.

₹250 crore, reported Bollywood Hungama, citing industry sources. The production house, owned by Vashu and Jackky Bhagnani, is also downsizing its operation post consecutive Box Office failures of its Badhe Mia Chote Mia, Bell Bottom, Ganapath, Mission Raniganj, etc. According to the news report, Vashu Bhagnani had downsized the production house's workforce to recuperate the losses.

James Gunn, co-head of DC Studios, reassures fans about the progress of 'The Batman Part II.' The sequel, starring Robert Pattinson, is on track despite previous delays and rumors, a Collider report said.

Samsung’s next major Unpacked event is all but confirmed for July 10. At the event, which will tentatively be hosted in Paris, Samsung is widely expected to take the wraps off the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, few smartwatches and earphones possibly, while also announcing the full details of its maiden Galaxy Ring. 

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Saturday described as "misuse of power" the Delhi Lieutenant Governor's sanction to prosecute author Arundhati Roy under the stringent UAPA for an alleged provocative speech in 2010. He was speaking to reporters during a joint press conference with Maha Vikas Aghadi allies Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan. Asked about Delhi L-G VK Saxena's sanction to prosecute Roy under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, or UAPA, for an address at an event 14 years ago, the former Union minister said, «This is nothing but misuse of power.» Besides Roy, Saxena on Friday also gave the green signal for action under UAPA against former Central University of Kashmir professor Sheikh Showkat Hussain.

Arundhati Roy and former Central University of Kashmir professor Sheikh Showkat Hussain under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for allegedly making provocative speeches at an event in 2010, according to Raj Niwas officials. It was alleged that Roy, while delivering a speech at the conference, strongly propagated that Kashmir was never a part of India and was forcibly occupied by the Armed Forces of India. The FIR against Roy and Hussain was filed following orders from the Court of Metropolitan Magistrate, New Delhi. «Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena has sanctioned the prosecution of Arundhati Roy and former Professor of International Law in Central University of Kashmir, Dr. Sheikh Showkat Hussain, under section 45 (1) of Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in the case,» a Raj Niwas official said.

Sunny Deol on Thursday announced the sequel to «Border» on the 27th release anniversary of the 1997 blockbuster film. According to the makers, the upcoming movie is "India's biggest war film" which will be directed by Anurag Singh, known for «Kesari» and the first two films in the «Jatt & Juliet» franchise. Filmmaker JP Dutta, who directed «Border», will serve as a producer on the sequel alongside his daughter Nidhi Dutt via JP Films. Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar will also produce the new movie under the banner of T-Series. Deol shared the announcement teaser of "Border 2" on his official X page.

benefits. It releases stress, fosters bonding and friendship, and makes all participants feel good about life, elevating them, albeit temporarily, into a world of good humour. Laughter is a universal language of well-being for all — if we are all laughing with each other and not at someone's expense.

Michael Stuhlbarg will join Amazon MGM Studios’ feature After the Hunt, releasing in theaters next year. The film stars Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri and Andrew Garfield, directed by Luca Guadagnino.

Hundreds of protesters marched to the museum Friday afternoon, set up tents in the lobby and unfurled a “Free Palestine" banner from the building's roof before police moved in to make arrests. New York City police officers tackled and punched some protesters during scuffles that broke out in the crowd outside the museum while some demonstrators hurled plastic bottles at officers and shouted insults. Other protesters held banners, waved Palestinian flags and chanted boisterously on the steps of the grand, Beaux Arts museum, which is the city’s second largest.

₹7 crore net on its opening day when its overall Hindi occupancy stood at 56.15%, reports Sacnilk.As per film industry tracker Sacnilk, Jaipur bagged the first place as the city with the highest occupancy across India that stood at 86 percent. Chennai and Bengaluru trailed behind with 68 percent and 63.25 percent occupancy rates respectively.This film directed by Sharan Sharma features Rajkummar Rao, and Janhvi Kapoor in key roles.

Sunday’s elections that will determine the presidency, nine governorships and about 19,000 mayorships and other local posts. The country’s powerful drug cartels have long staged targeted assassinations of mayoral and other local candidates who threaten their control. Gangs in Mexico depend on controlling local police chiefs, and taking a share of municipal budgets; national politics appear to interest them less.