Day: August 13, 2026

In a heartbreaking situation, former firefighter Joe Belgio has suffered a severe brain injury attributed to contaminated oysters, according to his family’s claims. Currently hospitalized and requiring round-the-clock care, they allege that a local steakhouse served him unsafe seafood. The establishment rebuffs these accusations, citing no other illness claims. Meanwhile, a lawsuit proceeds and a…

St. Mark’s United Church of Christ closed after seven decades due to declining membership. The congregation distributed approximately $600,000 among 21 local nonprofits. A substantial gift of $115,000 went to Loaves & Fishes for meal provision. The church property will be redeveloped into affordable housing units for the community. This act ensures the church’s legacy…

Medi Assist net profit rises 14.3% to Rs 27.6 crore, consolidates acquisitions

A parliamentary panel has flagged delays in aligning CBSE’s Classes 9–12 curriculum with NEP 2020 and NCF 2023, noting that pending NCERT textbooks are burdening board students. The committee also sought better teacher training, fee waivers for economically weaker students, greater examination transparency and increased education spending to support long-term school reforms.

Renewed clashes broke out along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on Thursday, prompting police to fire warning shots to disperse a growing mob. This turmoil ensues after eighteen Assamese villagers were reportedly injured in Monday’s confrontation, which revolved around accusations of land encroachment. Officials are now working diligently to ease tensions and restore peace in the…

Director Jude Anthany Joseph clarified the dog’s name Messi in ‘Thudakkam’ was not chosen by the team. The Labrador already responded to Messi when filming began, which led to its adoption. The screenplay had initially named the dog Harry, but it did not react to that name. Working with animals requires adapting to their natural…

Preity Zinta shared a funny anecdote about a fan encounter while filming with Sunny Deol. A newlywed asked for a snapshot with Deol and then cheekily requested to touch him. Her husband’s lighthearted Punjabi comment prompted a clever comeback from the fan, resulting in a laugh-out-loud moment that became a cherished memory from the shoot….

Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’ will release in China this November with a new title. The film is being promoted by Sony Pictures, highlighting Tiwari’s ‘Dangal’ success. Ranbir Kapoor stars as Rama and Yash portrays Ravana in this epic. The movie is planned as a two-part series, with the first part releasing soon. This grand cinematic event…

Strong relationships with grandparents can create an additional emotional refuge for children. The patience and conversations offered by grandparents significantly contribute to children’s language and learning progress. For teens, these closer ties enhance their ability to tackle the complexities of adolescence. Grandparents provide a different viewpoint, reassuring them in ways that parents might not. Cultivating…

Actress Shriya Saran expressed her frustration with the underwhelming box office results of the original ‘Awarapan’ film. She fondly reminisced about not being invited to award ceremonies, despite receiving nominations. Over the years, Saran has come to appreciate the film’s emotional impact, as ‘Awarapan’ has gained cult status among audiences. Now, nearly twenty years later,…