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Donald Trump upset with the huge crowd attending election rallies of his opponent presumptive Democrat candidate Kamala Harris? Is it evident by the former president's barb on the vice president when he taunted her by declaring that he needs no entertainers? He added that he would fill the stadium because he was making America great again. Trump's comment came four days after more than 10,000 people gathered at Georgia State University Convocation Center to listen to the first black vice president, reports the 'Seattle Times'. Rappers Quavo and Megan Thee Stallion also attended the election rally and Trump referred to it. Trump also accused the Georgia State University officials in charge of the arena of preventing him from bringing more people to the arena.

Max has released a special sneak peek of 'Creature Commandos' to celebrate the season finale of 'House of the Dragon.' The animated series marks the beginning of a new era in the DC Universe.

The slump in private equity returns has increasingly pushed US pensions and endowments to lean on an old and familiar investment: Stocks.

NEW DELHI : India's largest airline IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd), which offered low-cost all-economy seats so far, has announced the launch of ‘IndiGo Stretch’ business class. The airline, which started in 2006 with 100 aircraft in the pipeline, now has a fleet of over 380 aircraft and expects to receive more than 970 aircraft over the next decade. Mint spoke to the airline's promoter and managing director, Rahul Bhatia, about the airline's journey and what lies ahead as it enters the next phase of business with long-haul operations and business class seats.

Protests in Bangladesh that began as student-led demonstrations against government hiring rules have spiralled into violence killing more than 260 people and sparking widespread calls for the premier to resign. Here are five key dates spanning the protests posing a daunting challenge to the autocratic rule of 76-year-old Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, leader of the South Asian nation of about 170 million people. — July 1: Blockades begin - University students build barricades blocking roads and railway lines to demand reforms of a quota system for sought-after public sector job hires.

Everywhere you look, the world’s politicians face tough economic choices. In many countries, they must raise taxes, cut spending or put up with high interest rates to keep inflation in check and make room for investment in the future. China is different.

Doctor Who has announced exciting new developments with the confirmation of its upcoming spinoff, The War Between the Land and the Sea. The announcement, made during Doctor Who's Comic-Con panel on July 26, has revealed key cast members and a glimpse into the spinoff’s storyline, generating buzz among fans of the long-running series.

landslides in the early hours of July 30 in Wayanad will go down in Kerala’s history as one of the worst natural disasters the state has faced. It’s a calamity that has claimed over 200 lives, as per official data on Saturday morning, with the final figure expected to be much higher, razed homes and traumatised a society that still carries the scars of past disasters. In the aftermath of the tragedy, as a political blame game ensues between the Centre and the state, one of the immediate questions is to what extent the landslides could have been predicted and their effects mitigated. The other is, what can we do to contain the damage to life when—and not if—such phenomena recur, with climate change and human intervention exacerbating disasters? While landslides are very tricky to predict, it can be done as some other countries have shown, says M Rajeevan. The vice-chancellor of Atria University, Bengaluru, he is former secretary at the Ministry of Earth Sciences and former director of the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology. In an interview with Indulekha Aravind, he says, “It’s not an easy problem to solve, but if we don’t do it, who will?” Edited excerpts:

Rebel Moon has captured the imaginations of viewers globally, and with the release of the extended editions of Parts One and Two on Netflix, anticipation for a possible Rebel Moon Part 3 is growing. Directed by Zack Snyder, the first two films have generated considerable buzz, and fans are eager to know if the saga will continue.

Sheikh Hasina's invitation for talks while protesters laid siege on major streets in the capital, days after more than 200 people died in anti-quota protests. Bangladesh recently witnessed violent clashes between the police and mostly student protesters demanding an end to a controversial quota system that reserved 30 per cent of government jobs for relatives of veterans who fought in Bangladesh's War of Independence in 1971. Witnesses said students protesting blocked major roads of Dhaka causing traffic snarls while officials said security forces were ordered to keep intensified vigil as protesters started rallying at different city points. On Friday, Prime Minister Hasina urged the agitating students to meet at her Ganabhaban official residence for talks to end the violence over the quota system in government jobs.

China is the latest in a slew of countries planning to gradually raise the statutory retirement age as an aging world population is forcing governments to reform their pension plans.

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a final redemption price for the first tranche of the sovereign gold bond (SGB) scheme at Rs 6,938 per gram and fixed the redemption date as August 5, Monday. Those who invested in the scheme have made an income of a whopping 122% (Rs 3,819) over the issue price of Rs 3,119 per gram. This does not include an interest income of 2.5% given by the government. The 2016-17 SGB Series I was issued on August 5, 2016. The SGBs are repayable on the expiration of eight years from the date of the issue of the gold bonds.

ancient Egyptian woman have preserved what may have been her final expression before death: an anguished shriek.The mummy, known as the “Screaming Woman,” has been the subject of intense curiosity since it was first discovered in 1935. Her mouth hangs wide open with her mostly-intact top teeth bared, as if she were howling in pain.

Tradition-rich college football programs Nebraska, Ohio State and Alabama are capitalizing on the passion of their fans to generate funds for their NIL collectives

PARIS—Her parents are doctors. So are her siblings. Lee Kiefer is studying to be one, too.

Bilt Rewards, the customer-loyalty program provider that converts rental payments into points for airline miles, hotel stays, restaurant meals and other perks, has raised US$150 million in additional equity funding led byOntario Teachers’ Pension Plan. 

Also read: Deepak Dhar of Banijay: Bigg Boss of entertainment in India After gaining experience at a hedge fund in New York and at a partner of JSW Steel in Japan, Jindal decided to learn the tricks of the trade at JSW Group. All along, he was clear that he wanted to build businesses and create his own legacy, much like his grandfather and father had in the past. And quite unknowingly, his first assignment handed him a brainwave that pushed him in the direction of sports.

Netflix animated series "Terminator Zero" has been released. The series continues the story of Skynet, an AI that gains consciousness and wages war on humanity. It introduces new characters and a new plot.

NANTERRE, France—As the Marseillaise blared around the arena and a French swimmer soaked in the adulation of his home crowd, a middle-aged American stood off to the side of the starting blocks beaming with pride. He may not have been applauding a countryman, but he was reveling in his handiwork. Bob Bowman is the most successful coach in the history of U.S.

Middlesex University Dubai. This collaboration represents another significant step in IIM Shillong's global expansion and commitment to academic excellence. The agreement was formalised by Professor DP Goyal, Director of IIM Shillong, and Professor Cedwyn Fernandes, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Director of Middlesex University Dubai. This partnership aims to build a solid framework for collaborative academic initiatives, cultural exchanges, and research projects. The strengths of both institutions will be combined to enhance student experiences through exchange programs, joint degree offerings, and experiential learning opportunities.