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Prime Video, Peacock, Max have new movies for subscribers to watch this week. At least four films will be released on Prime Video, Peacock, Max. It was easy to miss Clint Eastwood’s «Juror No. 2» in cinemas, but the 94-year-old’s latest arrives Friday, December 20 on Max. And “Juror No. 2,” despite its small theatrical footprint, has been much praised by critics. In it, Nicholas Hoult plays a juror in a murder trial who’s struggling with a moral dilemma. What goes on inside the Vatican before white smoke flows out of the Sistine Chapel? “Conclave” (streaming now on Peacock), about the election of a new pope, is a gripping thriller that imagines how the gathering of cardinals could go. The film, directed by Edward Berger and based on Robert Harris’ 2016 novel, stars Ralph Fiennes as the cardinal tasked with running the conclave. Nominated for six Golden Globes, “Conclave” is a major Oscar contender and one of the rare recent adult-oriented dramas to succeed at the box office.

ICICI Bank and Times Internet on Wednesday launched a super-premium credit card targeted at ultra high-net-worth individuals. The card, the inaugural edition of which has been crafted from a metal alloy derived from the historic printing plates of The Times of India, is powered by Visa. Cardholders will receive exclusive benefits, including doorstep visa services, exclusive invite-only events by The Times of India Group, access to elite clubs, unlimited lounge access at more than 1,300 global airports, attractive reward points, and helicopter rides, among others. The 'Times Black ICICI Bank Credit Card' provides curated privileges designed to cater to the refined tastes of these individuals with significant spending power. Annual fee for the card is ₹20,000, but the fees will be waived on yearly expenditures of ₹25 lakh through these cards.

industrial real estate manager Welspun One aims to raise more than Rs 4,000 crore as a new fund to support the platform’s growth strategy even as global investors are exploring financial and strategic general partnerships with the fund. This will be among the first instances of a General Partner (GP) level alliance in the Indian private equity industry. The platform, backed by Welspun Group, is looking to double its portfolio to more than 32 million sq ft by 2028, and has already identified a robust pipeline of over 8 million sq ft across multiple assets in the country.

bird flu, is spreading rapidly through milk on US dairy farms. Since March, the H5N1 virus has infected over 850 cattle herds across 16 states, and at least 60 people, mostly farmworkers. California is the current outbreak epicenter. How the virus spreads Scientists initially suspected airborne transmission, but data points to milk as the primary culprit. The H5N1 virus reproduces rapidly in the udders of infected cows, leading to high pathogen levels in milk. Infected milk droplets can splash into workers’ faces, contaminate equipment, and spread the virus to other cows. While pasteurization neutralizes the virus, traces have been found in retail samples of raw milk in California, raising public health concerns.

Vijay Mallya on Wednesday said that banks have recovered Rs 14,131.60 crore from him «against the judgement debt of Rs 6203 crore» but he continues to be «an economic offender». He said in a post on X that unless the Enforcement Directorate and banks can legally justify how they have taken more than two times the debt, he is entitled to relief. «The Debt Recovery Tribunal adjudged the KFA (Kingfisher Airlines) debt at Rs 6203 crores including Rs 1200 crores of interest. The FM announced in Parliament that through the ED, Banks have recovered Rs 14,131.60 crores from me against the judgement debt of Rs 6203 crores and I am still an economic offender. Unless the ED and Banks can legally justify how they have taken more than two times the debt, I am entitled to relief which I will pursue,» Mallya said.

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday announced that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will come into force from January 2025. The state has done its homework for the implementation of the UCC, he said. Uttarakhand is set to become the country's first state to implement the UCC after Independence. While chairing the meeting of the Uttarakhand Investment and Infrastructural on Wednesday, Dhami told the officials that Uttarakhand is now fully prepared to implement the UCC from January. He instructed the officials to ensure proper training of the personnel, besides arranging all kinds of basic facilities to implement the provisions of the code. He also asked the officials to keep the maximum services online to avoid the chances of inconvenience for the public.

Chandrababu Naidu government continues to debate the fate of the controversial solar power deal, the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has defended the «transfer» of the 2,333 mw power project from Azure to Adani Group before the apex power regulator, citing Andhra Pradesh's power requirement and unchanged terms and conditions of the contract, ET has learnt. In a December 7, 2024 submission to the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), SECI stated that «Andhra Pradesh had sought for such supply and SECI could finalise the generation and supply of such quantum by Adani Group on the same terms and conditions». It underlined that the transfer to Adani Group did not affect «the essential terms» on which the regulatory approval was given for the overall Andhra power project by the CERC on April 2, 2022.

Donald Trump's most popular talking points during his campaign centered on the future of transgender athletes. Trump revisited the topic multiple times in the months and weeks before the election, suggesting at his rallies that one of the goals of his second term would be to “keep men out of women's sports." Millions were spent on advertising that turned something that affects a tiny minority of competitors into a wedge issue, AP reported. More than half of voters overall — and the vast majority of Trump supporters — said support for transgender rights in government and society has gone too far, according to AP VoteCast, a survey of more than 120,000 voters nationwide. What, exactly, Trump will do when he takes office on January 20 is unclear. His transition team has not divulged any specifics, though the president-elect said during his campaign that the process would be 'easy'.

Bain Capital said on Wednesday it plans to launch a tender offer for Fuji Soft shares even without the backing of the Japanese firm's board should a second-round bid from rival suitor KKR fail. The estimated $2 billion bid for just under half of the Japanese IT firm's shares likely portends a rare hostile tussle between the two global private equity giants. Bain last week offered 9,600 yen per share, 1.6% more than KKR has done. KKR, which has the backing of the Fuji Soft board, secured 33.9% in a first-round tender that managed to dodge an earlier bid from Bain that was at the time higher than its own.

The Masked Singer is nearing its conclusion. The finale airs Wednesday at 8:00 PM EST on Fox. Episodes are also available on Hulu the next day.

national security concerns after its home internet routers were linked to cyberattacks, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. In August two U.S. lawmakers urged the Biden administration to probe the Chinese router-manufacturer and its affiliates over fears their Wi-Fi routers could be used in cyber attacks against the U.S., according to a letter seen by Reuters. The Commerce, Defense and Justice departments have opened separate probes into the company, with authorities targeting a ban on the sale of TP-Link routers in the U.S. as early as next year, the report said.

Patil, addressing the assembly on Tuesday, shared details about the ongoing efforts. “The Infrastructure Development Corporation Karnataka Ltd (IDeCK) is surveying various proposed sites for the best location. Once it finishes the survey, the report will be submitted to the Airport Authority of India (AAI),” he said. “AAI has the authority to finalise the location for the second airport in Bengaluru,” Patil added. The minister further explained that various factors would play a role in the decision-making process. These include connectivity, proximity to key areas, and the surrounding environment. «There will be some clarity on the location within a week,» Patil said.

Sarah Ferguson who is the Duchess of York eventually expressed her unwavering affection for her ex-husband named Prince Andrew while stating that she would marry him ‘all over again, 100 percent’, reported In Style. According to In Style, in spite of their divorce in the year 1996 which was after ten years of marriage, Sarah Ferguson actually emphasized on the strength of their bond while describing Prince Andrew as ‘the best’ and immensely praised his character. She even recalled their wedding day while claiming that as the happiest day of her life and also noted that their love endures despite the severe challenges they have faced. Also Read: Nancy Pelosi endured pain to take a photo with a broken hip and this was responsible for her accident

Smasher Sports, backed by global investment firm Terra Invest and former Wimbledon tennis player Ashok Amritraj-backed Hyde Park Entertainment, has acquired the Delhi Franchise of the World Pickleball League (WPBL), the company said on Wednesday. “The investment underscores the league’s potential to transform the country’s sports entertainment landscape,” the statement said. The WPBL features six teams and is affiliated with the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA).

MMA) fighter Conor McGregor has reached a preliminary agreement to fight American social media influencer-turned-fighter Logan Paul in an exhibition boxing match, the former UFC champion said on social media on Tuesday. McGregor, who was ordered to pay damages last month after a jury in a civil trial at Ireland's High Court found he assaulted a woman in 2018, said the fight would take place in India but did not specify when it would potentially occur. «I am in preliminary agreements with the Ambani family to face Logan Paul in a boxing exhibition in India. I have agreed,» McGregor wrote on X. «I will then seek my return to the Octagon,» he posted.

Treebo Hospitality Ventures (THV) announced the launch of its new premium hotel brand called ‘Medalio’ on Wednesday. This launch comes close on the heels of the opening of Park Inn & Suites by Radisson Thrissur, the company’s first hotel under its master franchise partnership with Radisson Hotel Group to address the vast opportunity in the mid-market segment with a price range of Rs 3,500-6,000. The company said derived from the word ‘medallion’, Medalio hotels will come with 'elegant' decor, 'spacious' rooms, wider breakfast spreads, and premium Kimirica toiletries besides other amenities.

The amendment proposed that non-filers would be banned from purchasing shares above a certain limit and opening a bank account. They will not be able to make transactions through a bank beyond a certain limit.

Sachin Tendulkar embodies the values of trust, integrity, and excellence that perfectly align with Kissht’s mission to make digital financial services accessible, transparent, and seamless for millions of Indians. The association will include various campaigns and integrated marketing initiatives that Tendulkar will participate in. Expressing his thoughts on this association, Sachin Tendulkar said, “It’s a delight to be associated with Kissht, a brand that aspires to help Indians meet their aspirations through the power of finance. Kissht’s focus on trust and accessibility struck a chord with me, and I look forward to supporting their journey in building one of the most trusted and respected digital financial platforms for millions of Indians.”

Mizoram government on Wednesday signed agreements with the partner banks to provide banking loans under the state's flagship initiative, the handholding scheme – 'Bana Kaih', designed to promote economic growth and self-sufficiency. The 'Bana Kaih' scheme, launched in September this year, is the state government's flagship programme aimed at fostering self-reliance and inclusive economic development in the state. The primary objective of the scheme is to contribute to the realisation of 'Viksit Bharat' (developed India) and the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

HBO plans to reintroduce Harry Potter in a long-form episodic format. The series will trace Harry’s journey from discovering he is a wizard to his struggles against Lord Voldemort. Showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod, known for their work on “Succession,” will lead the project. The show will bring the story back to its origins while expanding on existing narratives.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah in response to a query about Kumar, who heads the JD(U). In an interview with a private news channel, Shah, who is a former BJP president, had evaded a direct reply when he was asked whether the NDA would adopt in Bihar a strategy similar to that in Maharashtra where it went to polls without declaring a chief ministerial candidate and got a landslide victory. Shah, who is widely regarded as the second-most powerful person in the BJP after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, had replied after a pause, «We will sit together and decide on the issue. Once we take a decision, we will let you know.»