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Brad Pitt has opened up about his emotional struggles this holiday season and his ultimate wish is for his kids to spend time with him this Christmas. According to a report in Page Six, the Oscar winner is «missing» his children this holiday season. Brad Pitt, who will turn 61 on December 18, feels like Christmas “won’t be the same” unless he can spend some time with his children, the source told Page Six. Brad Pitt is “missing” his kids as his birthday and Christmas loom.

Supreme Court on Wednesday told former West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee, held in an alleged cash-for-job scam in the state. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan, which reserved its verdict on the bail plea of Chatterjee, questioned the enforcement directorate (ED) over his continued incarceration saying he cannot be kept inside for an indefinite period. «On the face of it you are a corrupt person. Crores of Rupees were recovered from your premises. What message do you want us to send to society? That corrupt person can get bail like this?» the bench told senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for Chatterjee. Rohatgi said except for his client all other co-accused persons were granted bail in the case, the latest being a week ago.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. ABOUT A YEAR before Notre Dame was set to reopen after a devastating fire, the French general tasked with overseeing the cathedral’s reconstruction, Jean-Louis Georgelin, disappeared. Georgelin, a strapping 74-year-old who had once served as President Jacques Chirac’s military chief of staff, was taking a break in the summer to trek through the Pyrénées.

Ben Affleck is reportedly gearing up to remove his infamous back tattoo as part of a post-divorce transformation, a move that's expected to stir reactions from his ex-wife Jennifer Lopez. The 52-year-old actor, who first unveiled the enormous phoenix tattoo in 2016, is said to have had a change of heart about the controversial ink. Now, according to reports, it is being claimed that this move might ruffle the feathers of his ex-wife, Jennifer Lopez. According to Radar Online, Ben Affleck initially claimed the Phoenix tattoo was fake before admitting it held personal meaning and faced criticism for the design throughout his short-lived marriage to Lopez. The singer-actress, known for her outspoken nature, had openly expressed her dislike for the tattoo, reportedly urging Affleck to remove it during their time together. However, he allegedly resisted her requests, seeing them as intrusive.

Skoda recently launched its first subcompact SUV, the Kylaq, priced between Rs 7.89 lakh and Rs 14.4 lakh. Built on the MQB-A0-IN platform, the Kylaq measures under four meters in length and competes with models like Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, and Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It is powered by a 1.0-liter turbo-petrol engine delivering 115 hp and 178 Nm of torque, paired with either a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox. The SUV boasts several premium features, including an 8.0-inch digital cluster, a 10.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ventilated seats, a single-pane sunroof, and a six-speaker Canton sound system. On the safety front, it includes six airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, and ISOFIX mounts. The third-generation Honda Amaze is set to debut on December 4, introducing an updated design and enhanced interior with improved safety features. Prices are expected to start at ₹7.8 lakh (ex-showroom). The new Amaze borrows styling cues from the Honda Elevate and City, featuring an upright grille, sleek LED headlights, and a reimagined bumper. While its side profile remains similar to the outgoing version, the rear design echoes the Honda City’s aesthetic. Inside, the Amaze incorporates a free-standing infotainment system, digital cluster, and advanced safety systems such as ADAS. It retains the 90 hp, 1.2-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine, paired with either a 5-speed manual or CVT.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are currently undergoing a tough divorce proceeding and although it looks like this rough patch may take a toll on both of them and their family, insider reports suggest that Lopez has a strong affinity for Ben and the children, and they may be spending the holiday season together, and in good spirits. Lopez and Affleck are trying hard to not let their divorce proceedings hurt their children, and in this light, they are reportedly planning a unified holiday season this December and Jan, and reports are also suggesting that tables could be set for Affleck and his ex-wife Jennifer Garner's children as well, who are also an avid part of the Affleck-Lopez family. Affleck and Garner were seen together recently in a charity event, where their kids were also seen assisting them during the activities. Lopez may be thinking along the same lines and trying to do something special for all the young guns in the family. Lopez is always generous when it comes to holiday season, and that has certainly not gone unnoticed by Affleck. Reports claim that whenever holiday season is in question, Lopez simply goes all out, with extravagant presents, home-cooked meals, and much more, for not only Ben, but his children and the whole bunch of family members. Looking at these latest developments, it looks like the recent divorcees will spend their holiday in a rather amicable manner.

Yellowstone Season 6. A recent two-word hint in the series’ latest episode has sparked renewed hope among viewers, as mentioned in a report by Just Jared.

Syria's second-largest city Aleppo has fallen from government control for the first time since the country's conflict began more than a decade ago, a war monitor said Sunday, after a surprise advance by rebels. An Islamist-dominated rebel alliance has pressed a lightning offensive against forces of the Iranian- and Russian-backed Syrian government since Wednesday, the same day a fragile ceasefire took effect in neighbouring Lebanon between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group after two months of all-out war. The Syrian army — supported by Russian air power — had recaptured in 2016 rebel-held areas of Aleppo, a city dominated by its landmark citadel.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk celebrated Thanksgiving with US President- elect Donald Trump and his family at Mar-a-Lago in Florida while highlighting their close relationship since Donald Trump's US Presidential election victory. According to Business Insider, the event included notable guests like Sylvester Stallone and Elon Musk's mother, Maye. Business Insider reported that videos from the dinner show Elon Musk and Donald Trump dancing to the classic song ‘YMCA’ with Donald Trump playfully engaging Elon Musk and encouraging his son Barron Trump to join in the fun. Elon Musk also later shared on social media that he discussed Sylvester Stallone's film Demolition Man with the actor during the festivities.

British royal family appear to be escalating specifically between King Charles and Prince William as well as between Kate Middleton and Queen Camilla, reported She Knows. Latest reports are suggesting that Queen Camilla is keen to maintain her influence and responsibilities as the Queen especially given King Charles's health issues. According to She Knows, Queen Camilla has always aspired to be a Queen and is reluctant to step back, which might lead to severe friction with Prince William and Kate Middleton as they prepare for their future roles. Also Read :Is Ben Affleck more happy with his ex-wife? He cozies up with Jennifer Garner on Thanksgiving amid JLo divorce

Mexican authorities have raided a massive complex of stores selling counterfeit Chinese goods in downtown Mexico City, and vowed the crackdown will be carried out nationwide

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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The White House is racing to lock down President Biden’s dearest policy goals, distributing billions of dollars to safeguard favored projects before President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. With less than two months left in his term, Biden plans to pursue a laundry list of items including funding weapons for Ukraine, pressing for stability in Gaza and winning confirmation of roughly a dozen federal judges.

Mahindra and Mahindra launched two new electric SUVs, the BE 6e and XEV 9e, in India. The XEV 9e will compete with the Tata Curvv EV, which too comes in coupe SUV design. The XEV 9e's starting price is Rs 21.9 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory) for the base Pack One trim with a 59kWh battery. Deliveries begin in February 2025. Tata's Curvv EV offers two battery options (45kWh and 55kWh) across five variants, with prices ranging from Rs 17.49 lakh to Rs 22 lakh (ex-showroom). The XEV 9e measures 4,790mm long, 1,905mm wide, and 1,690mm tall, with a 2,775mm wheelbase and 207mm ground clearance. It offers 665 liters of boot space and 150 liters of frunk space. The Curvv EV is smaller, measuring 4,310mm long, 1,810mm wide, and 1,637mm tall, with a 2,560mm wheelbase and 190mm ground clearance. It has 500 liters of boot space.

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Onion prices are staying firm at a five-year high as a combination of strong export demand and delayed and damaged kharif crop due to prolonged monsoon rainfall has impacted an expected fall in prices post Diwali season. Onion prices are expected to return to comfortable levels by mid-December, trade insiders said. At the benchmark Lasalgaon market in Maharashtra’s Nashik district, onions traded in the range of Rs 15/kg to Rs 53/kg on Wednesday, while the average price was Rs 40/kg. The average wholesale price of the red onion at Lasalgaon was Rs 34/kg in 2020, Rs 21/kg in 2021, Rs 20/kg in 2022 and Rs 37/kg in 2023.

If you’re a fan of Canadian beef, you’ve probably noticed that juicy steak on your plate has forced you to dig deeper into your pocket to pay for these days.

Two neighbors of a Kentucky plant that was the site of a massive explosion are suing the company

Canada may need to set aside a historically conservative risk appetite to avoid stifling digital innovation in the regulated banking system, including crypto assets, the country’s top financial services regulator said Wednesday.