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Iain Armitage, the talented actor known for playing the title role in Young Sheldon, is currently the world’s richest child actor, with a net worth of $6 million, as reported by CelebrityNetWorth.com. At 16 years old, Iain’s fortune far surpasses that of other famous child stars, including Aubrey Anderson-Emmons from Modern Family and Canadian actor Jacob Tremblay, who each have a net worth of around $2 million.

Oil prices edged up on Monday supported by upbeat factory activity in the world's second largest oil consumer China and as Israel resumed attacks on Lebanon despite a ceasefire agreement, stoking tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures climbed 8 cents, or 0.1%, to $71.92 a barrel by 0107 GMT while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was at $68.09 a barrel, up 9 cents, or 0.1%.

“Moana 2” brought in a tidal wave of moviegoers over the Thanksgiving Day weekend with $221 million in ticket sales

Alice in Borderland can anticipate the return of the series as Netflix announces a release window for Season 3. The Japanese thriller, based on Haro Aso’s manga, has captivated audiences with its high-stakes games and unpredictable twists.

Created by Taylor Sheridan, the mind behind hits like Yellowstone, and based on Christian Wallace’s podcast Boomtown, the series has already ignited conversations about its future. While official renewal for Landman Season 2 is pending, comments from the creators and lead actor indicate strong possibilities, as mentioned in a report by Just Jared.

The creators have provided clarity, revealing the show’s future and hinting at broader storytelling possibilities, as mentioned in a report by Just Jared.

Madame Web actress, Dakota Johnson and Coldplay’s Chris Martin. The couple who had once been inseparable seem to spending more time apart. After seven years together, their time apart has been raising concerns among friends about the future of their relationship. According to Radar Online, Dakota Johnson appeared downcast while out with friends in Los Angeles, while Martin was on tour with his band, Coldplay. Reportedly, their friends are puzzled by the couple’s apparent avoidance of spending time together in public. Rumours of their split surfaced when a Coldplay fan posted about a ride Chris had given her, claiming he told her he was «single.» However, Johnson's representative swiftly denied the rumours, stating, the reports to be “false” and added that “they are happy together." In August, the rumour mill was strife with reports that the couple had split after Dakota was spotted in Malibu without an engagement ring, which had been a constant presence on her finger since 2020. Additionally, her noticeable absence from Coldplay's recent concerts fueled the speculation. However, the Fifty Shades of Grey actress put an end to the rumours about her split with fiancé and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin. Reportedly, pictures of her surfaced on social media, showing her walking through the streets of Malibu, California, with her emerald engagement ring visible.

Netflix has unveiled the main trailer for the second season of its hit series Squid Game. The series, known for its intense challenges, returns on December 26 with new characters and games.

Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that his country needed security guarantees from NATO and more weapons to defend itself before any talks with Russia. He made the comments after meeting the EU's new head of diplomacy Kaja Kallas and EU Council chief Antonio Costa, who were visiting Kyiv as a show of support on their first day in office. «An invitation for Ukraine to join NATO is a necessary thing for our survival,» Zelensky said at a press conference with Costa.

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) showed a sustained interest in the primary market in November 2024 while moderating the extent of selling in the secondary market compared with the previous month. According to the data from NSDL, they invested $2,098.4 million (Rs17,704 crore) in the Indian primary market through IPOs and QIBs. This followed the three-year high monthly investment of $2,361 million (Rs19.841.9 crore) in the previous month. In 2024 so far, FPIs have invested $12,373.9 million (Rs1,03,601 crore) through the primary route, far outpacing $5,242.1 million (Rs 43,347.1 crore) that they had pumped in the whole of 2023. Their higher engagement in the primary market owes to the rising activity in the IPO segment in the current year. As many as 79 mainboard IPOs have together raised nearly Rs 1.4 lakh crore so far in 2024, the highest in any year.

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The panel led by economist Debapriya Bhattacharya submitted a white paper on the state of Bangladesh’s economy to Yunus in Dhaka on Sunday, according to a government statement. Sheikh Hasina was ousted by student protesters in August after 15 years of increasingly authoritarian rule. The army and protest leaders tapped Nobel laureate Yunus, who pioneered microcredit to the poor, to lead an interim government.

Munni Saha was reportedly heckled by a mob, a video of which has gone viral on the Internet. She was later arrested in Dhaka’s Kawran Bazar area on Wednesday night after the confrontation with the mob. Police intervened after the crowd accused Saha of spreading misinformation and “working to make Bangladesh a part of India.” Saha maintained her innocence, stating, “This is also my country.” A video circulating online shows the tense encounter. The mob accused Saha of involvement in the 2009 Bangladesh Rifles mutiny and student deaths. “You are doing everything to make this country a part of India. The blood of students is on your hands,” one person shouted. Saha responded, “How have I harmed? This is also my country.”

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Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh have revealed the name of their newborn son in a rather unique way. The couple, who welcomed their second child in November this year, shared the heartwarming news with their fans through social media. Ritika shared a picture on her Instagram story, which showed a personalized family ornament ahead of Christmas and holiday season. It has four figures, each labeled with a family member’s name. The names “Ro (Rohit Sharma),” “Rits (Ritika Sajdeh),” “Sammy (Samaira),” and “Ahaan” were displayed, with “Ahaan” being the name of their newborn son. The name Ahaan, which is of Sanskrit origin, means «dawn» or «beginning,» symbolizing a new chapter in the couple's life.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. 2024 has been a landmark year for the Indian initial public offer (IPO) market, with an unprecedented surge in fundraising and retail participation. The allure of quick wins has led to massive oversubscriptions, especially in the small and medium enterprises (SME) segment.

NSE data. Notably, the number of women investors has surged by 59% since FY22, reflecting their growing trust in equity markets. Moving beyond traditional investments like gold and fixed deposits, women in Gujarat are reshaping their financial strategies. «Working women are increasingly drawn to equities, influenced by exposure to market-savvy colleagues and the prospect of better returns,» said Vaibhav Shah, director of a local stockbroking firm. NSE data shows that Gujarat had 59.06 lakh registered investors at the end of FY22, including 16.18 lakh women. By October 2024, the total investor base rose to 93.65 lakh, with women accounting for 25.66 lakh, marking a 58.59% increase in female participation.

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Aditya Parameswaran in a simple court wedding on Saturday. She shared the good news with her fans on her Instagram handle. Dropping the picture, the ‘Nin Viralal Nee Thodumbol’ hitmaker wrote, “My hopes and dreams for the future," adding a red heart emoji…” In the picture, the lovebirds were seen posing outside the Alappuzha Registrar's Office. The singer was clad in a traditional gold and white saree, while her groom was seen sporting a kurta and a veshti. For the unversed, Joseph was formerly married to Anoop John, who served as the director of the Malayalam reality show Star Magic, which aired on Flowers TV. Their marriage ended some time ago, a fact Anju revealed in an honest and heartfelt video shared on her social media platforms.

According to the rating agency Crisil, the growth is weighed down by high interest rates and low fiscal impulse. «Risks are tilted toward the downside given the lacklustre second quarter growth number,» said the Crisil report.

Pushpa: The Rule, is slated for a grand theatrical release on December 5. Advance ticket bookings have already begun in cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chandigarh. However, they are yet to open in key markets like Hyderabad, Chennai, and Kochi. Ticket prices in Delhi reach an impressive Rs 1,800, while in Mumbai and Bengaluru, the highest prices are Rs 1,600 and Rs 1,000, respectively. As reported by the Deccan Herald, the filmmakers have secured permission from the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh governments to increase ticket prices for this action-packed spectacle. According to a leading distributor, ticket rates in the two Telugu states will be Rs 600 per person, marking the highest price ever for a Telugu film. This government-sanctioned hike is valid for four days, from Thursday, December 5, to Sunday, December 9), aiming to generate massive opening collections. Raising ticket prices for major releases has become a common trend. Movies such as Kalki 2898 AD, Salaar, and Devara received similar approvals, with rates ranging from Rs 395 to Rs 495. However, the extraordinary buzz surrounding Pushpa 2: The Rule has justified an even steeper price increase. The film is set to debut in over 800 theaters across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with multiple daily screenings planned to meet the surging demand.