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Portable projectors: Bring the big screen with youImagine this: You're on a long layover, stuck in your hotel room, and all you need is a wall and a portable projector to set up your personal mini-cinema. Or perhaps you're on a long, quiet flight, and you've snagged a seat with extra room.

Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea challenging the Bombay High Court's order which had disposed of a petition seeking directions to provide drinking water and other facilities to cricket players during practice or unofficial matches on public grounds in Mumbai. «What kind of a PIL (public interest litigation) is this? Cricketers will take care if they are not provided toilets. Why an advocate should be bothered about it,» a bench of Justices A S Oka and A G Masih observed. The bench was hearing a petition filed by a lawyer, who had challenged the high court's June last year order disposing of his petition. In his PIL filed before the high court, he had sought directions to the Mumbai Cricket Association and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to provide drinking water and other facilities to players during practice or unofficial matches on public grounds.

Netflix has released the official trailer of the documentary series on former WWE boss Vince McMahon. Titled as “Mr. McMahon”, the Netflix show delves into the Vince McMahon’s journey of ascends as well as sharp vicissitudes of fortune. Apart from Vince McMahon himself, Netflix documentary series will showcase Hulk Hogan, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Bret «The Hitman» Hart, and Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson. The trailer also featured the famous duel between Vince McMahon and Donald Trump. “Mr. McMahon chronicles the rise and fall of Vince McMahon, controversial businessman and co-founder of WWE. From his transformation of the WWE from a small, regional business into a global entertainment powerhouse to the explosive sexual misconduct allegations that led to his eventual resignation, this six-episode series offers a deep dive into McMahon’s life and his enduring franchise,” caption for Netflix show “Mr. McMahon” trailer reads.

Michelle Obama's eldest daughter, Malia, has gained notoriety ever since her father was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2004. The family became well-known worldwide after Barack Obama was elected president in 2008. In 2009, Malia and her sister Sasha relocated to the White House, where they attended the esteemed Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C, as per the reports of Yahoo entertainment. Malia worked hard to maintain as much of a normal existence as she could during her early years in the White House. She took part in regular children's activities like summer camps and school functions even though she was in the spotlight. As she got older, Malia and her father were more visible in society, going to important functions like state dinners and foreign travel. She got to know notable people like Nelson Mandela and Pope Benedict XVI, and she even served as an interpreter while visiting Cuba. Time magazine recognized Malia and Sasha among the influential teens of 2014.

Netflix on Thursday announced “The Diplomat Season 2” release date as the OTT streaming giant dropped teaser of the second season of critically acclaimed series. “The Diplomat” Season 2 features Keri Russell in the lead role. “The Diplomat” Season 2 will start streaming on Netflix October 31. A potential sequel to popular American series «One Tree Hill» is in the early stages of development at streaming service Netflix. According to entertainment news outlet Deadline, Sophia Bush and Hilarie Burton, the stars of the original series, have signed on to executive produce and reprise their roles of Brooke Davis and Peyton Sawyer, respectively, in the new show.

Zomato rallied 7.6% on the BSE today, reaching an intraday high of Rs 261.50, after JPMorgan raised the stock’s target price to Rs 340 from Rs 208, while maintaining an overweight rating. JPMorgan stated that Zomato is leading rapid retail consumer transformation through convenience-focused Quick Commerce. The company is expanding its presence across all metros after successfully proving the model in NCR.

Thalapathy Vijay's highly anticipated film "GOAT" or «Greatest of All Time» hit the theatres today, drawing a mix of reactions from fans and critics alike. The film's opening moments captured attention with an engaging start, packed with a variety of characters and surprising scenes. Many found the first half to be interesting, with enough twists to keep the audience entertained, according to the reviews shared on social media. However, as the movie progressed into the second half, it began to lose momentum, said some reviews. Viewers expressed that the pacing slowed down significantly, making the latter portion feel drawn-out and predictable. The storyline, while initially intriguing, became more formulaic as it advanced, causing the film to fall short of the excitement built in the opening act, said another viewer on social media.

Zomato's recent acquisition of Paytm's entertainment business has put a cloud over KKR's planned investment in BookMyShow (BMS), India's largest online ticket-booking platform, said two people aware of the development. KKR is believed to be renegotiating with BMS over the deal size and valuation, said sources. KKR had earlier planned to invest about $250-300 million in Reliance Industries Ltd-backed BookMyShow to acquire a significant minority stake, ET first reported in January. The valuation of BMS then was estimated to be around Rs 7,500 crore ($900 mn), ET reported. A KKR spokesperson declined to comment, while BookMyShow did not respond to the queries sent on Saturday.

By a landslide, “The Apprentice” is the most controversial movie of the fall

Labour Day in the US was on 2 September, an appropriate moment to consider the term ‘unskilled.’ Economists have used it for as long as I can remember, and at some point, I became numb to it, thinking it was just a neutral classification. But it’s not neutral—it’s both demeaning and misleading. Often people have incredible skills; they just aren’t skills currently in high demand.

GTPL Hathway, India’s largest Multi-System Operator (MSO), has launched its entertainment app, GTPL Buzz, which offers cloud gaming, live TV streaming, and international content channels. GTPL Buzz marks the first commercial launch of Blacknut Cloud Gaming in India. The subscription-based service offers over 500 premium AAA games, allowing users to enjoy high-quality gaming without the need for expensive consoles. The service supports up to five profiles, enabling family members to play simultaneously across various devices, including mobiles, tablets, PCs, Android Set-Top Boxes, and smart TVs. The app enables GTPL customers with active cable TV or broadband connections to stream live TV content on their mobile devices, providing the flexibility to watch TV anytime and anywhere. Branded as GTPL Live TV, this service allows streaming on two additional devices simultaneously, complementing the content available on traditional set-top boxes.

Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala, who took everyone by surprise with their last-minute private ceremony, are now rumoured to be planning another unexpected move. According to Buzz reports, the couple is likely to make a special appearance on the much-anticipated Bigg Boss Telugu Season 8. The show, hosted by none other than Chaitanya’s father, Nagarjuna, is already generating buzz with this potential guest appearance. Though neither the couple nor the show’s producers have confirmed these rumors, the buzz is enough to keep fans excited. Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita, who recently got engaged, are back to their respective work commitments. While the couple has remained tight-lipped about their wedding plans, the possibility of them appearing on the popular reality show has fueled further interest. The Bigg Boss platform is known for featuring celebrities to boost its TRP, especially during film promotions. Bringing in Chaitanya and Sobhita, currently one of the most talked-about couples in the entertainment industry, would likely generate significant buzz and elevate the show's appeal.

General Insurance Corp, ONGC, SpiceJet, GSK Pharma, Cipla among others will be in focus due to various news developments. General Insurance Corp The government has proposed to sell 6.78% stake in General Insurance Corporation of India via offer for sale (OFS) and has set the floor price for the issue at Rs 395 per share.

Ultra Media & Entertainment Group has expanded its OTT offerings with the launch of two new platforms, Ultra Play and Ultra Gaane. The company plans to significantly invest in its direct-to-consumer business over the next five years. Ultra Play will focus on streaming classic Hindi films, boasting a collection of over 2,000 movies from Bollywood's golden eras, including the 1950s to the early 2000s. This platform will feature films starring iconic stars like Guru Dutt, Dev Anand, and Rajesh Khanna. Ultra Gaane is a video music platform with a catalogue of over 4,000 songs from the 1960s to the 1990s and will also support new and emerging independent artists.

Prince Harry, despite some recent portrayals as lonely and without purpose, has made it clear that he is content with his new life. According to sources close to him, Harry has made many «amazing» new friends and has no desire to return to his royal duties. This claim was reported by the Daily Telegraph, countering allegations from the Mail on Sunday that Harry was distancing himself from Hollywood and seeking advice from his old friends and associates.

Apollo Global Management Inc. co-founder Josh Harris’ alternative asset manager 26North Partners LP has struck its first private equity deal.

As they position themselves for a possible new domed stadium, the Cleveland Browns are renaming their current one

How To Become Famous, to become successful, “some people… need to get attached, to the… mood of the nation." Salim-Javed did that with their angry young man. As the actor Sharat Saxena recalls: “It was the 70s… The anger and the fire that burned inside this hero was the same fire that raged within every young man." This is where the documentary peaks on this concept and then moves on. However, Akhtar offers this disclaimer: “We were unaware of all this while writing." A nice segue could have explained how the term ‘angry young man’ emerged.

Meryl Streep and Martin Short have emerged as Hollywood's newest obsession, with fans and tabloids speculating about their possible romance off-screen. The two celebrities, who portray lovers on the television series Only Murders in the Building, have spurred speculation about a possible real-life romance, particularly after news of Streep's separation from her 45-year husband Don Gummer broke. Due to their strong friendship, both on and off the set, a lot of people have begun to conjecture that they may be more than just co-stars, making them the unanticipated talk of the town, as per the reports of Yahoo entertainment.

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