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Kamal Haasan will give preference to youths to contest
Chennai, Feb 21 (IANS) Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan on Thursday said his Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) party will release the names of Lok Sabha candidates in phases and that youths will get preference. Speaking to reporters here, Kamal Haasan said the candidates will be selected based on criterias like age, education and others. Kamal Haasan also took a dig at other political parties.
I don't like defining people or be defined: Lisa Ray
Mumbai, Feb 21 (IANS) Actress Lisa Ray, who plays a lesbian in web series "Four More Shots Please", says she doesn't like the idea of labelling or defining people, especially when it comes to one's choice of partner. Excerpts from the interview: Q. How has life been treating you? I believe some beautiful things have happened to you during the past year? A. Yes, the birth of my daughters, interesting professional opportunities, cancer advocacy and continued personal and spiritual growth.
Pope, opening abuse conference, says Church has to listen to victims
Pope Francis holds a mass at Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, February 5, 2019. REUTERS/Tony Gentile VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Francis, opening a landmark Vatican conference on clergy sexual abuse, said on Thursday the Roman Catholic Church would "listen to the cry of the little ones seeking justice". In a short opening statement, he said Catholics and victims were expecting not simple, predictable condemnations but "concrete and efficient measures".
HAL to make 16 Tejas for IAF operational fleet
Bengaluru, Feb 21 (IANS) Buoyed by the final operational clearance (FOC) to its Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas by the military aviation regulator Cemilac, state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) is ramping up production to deliver 16 of them for the Indian Air Force (IAF) operational fleet by this year-end, a top official said on Thursday.
Jussie Smollett charged with filing false police report
Chicago, Feb 21 (IANS) Actor Jussie Smollett has been charged with filing a false case. The Chicago Police on Wednesday reported that felony criminal charges had been approved against the "Empire" actor, who last month said that he was attacked by men who shouted racial and homophobic slurs and physically beat him, reports variety.com. "Detectives will make contact with his legal team to negotiate a reasonable surrender for his arrest," police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi wrote on Twitter.
Jussie Smollett charged with filing false police report
Chicago, Feb 21 (IANS) Actor Jussie Smollett has been charged with filing a false case. The Chicago Police on Wednesday reported that felony criminal charges had been approved against the "Empire" actor, who last month said that he was attacked by men who shouted racial and homophobic slurs and physically beat him, reports variety.com. "Detectives will make contact with his legal team to negotiate a reasonable surrender for his arrest," police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi wrote on Twitter.
5 held for assault on Kashmiri trader
Kolkata, Feb 21 (IANS) Five persons have been arrested for assaulting a Kashmiri shawl trader in West Bengal's Nadia district, police said on Thursday. Jawed Ahmed Khan, 27, was assaulted by a group of people in Taherpur area on February 18 but he was rescued, a police officer said. He said Khan's safety was being ensured. The attack took place four days after a suicide bomber killed 40 CRPF troopers in Kashmir. --IANS bnd/mgr/mag/mr
Chris Hemsworth to play Hulk Hogan in biopic
Los Angeles, Feb 21 (IANS) Actor Chris Hemsworth is likely to star as wrestling legend Hulk Hogan in a biopic which is in early stages of development at Netflix. The streaming platform has obtained the exclusive life rights and consulting services from Terry Gene Bollea, also known as Hulk Hogan. Todd Phillips, whose credits include "War Dogs" and "The Hangover" trilogy, is attached to direct the project from a script by the writing team of Scott Silver and John Pollono, reported variety.com.
Chris Hemsworth to play Hulk Hogan in biopic
Los Angeles, Feb 21 (IANS) Actor Chris Hemsworth is likely to star as wrestling legend Hulk Hogan in a biopic which is in early stages of development at Netflix. The streaming platform has obtained the exclusive life rights and consulting services from Terry Gene Bollea, also known as Hulk Hogan. Todd Phillips, whose credits include "War Dogs" and "The Hangover" trilogy, is attached to direct the project from a script by the writing team of Scott Silver and John Pollono, reported variety.com.
Iran announces another navy drill in key Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran's navy says it will hold an annual drill in the strategic Strait of Hormuz as pressure mounts on the country months after the United States re-imposed sanctions on Iran, targeting its vital oil sector. The strait is located at the mouth of the Persian Gulf and is crucial to global energy supplies, with about a third of all oil traded at sea passing through it. Iranian Adm.
Live Cricket Streaming of South Africa vs Sri Lanka Series on Sonyliv: Check Live Cricket Score, Watch Free Telecast of SA vs SL 2nd Test 2019 on TV & Online
Where to Watch Free Online Live Streaming of SA vs SL 2nd Test 2019? Kusal Perera’s heroics in the first Test has made sure that Sri Lanka take an Unassailable 1-0 lead in the two-match series against South Africa. The visitors now will be looking to press for a series win as they face home side in the second Test. For South Africa, it is all about drawing level in the series. Meanwhile, if you are looking for free live online streaming of SA vs SL 2nd Test then scroll down for all the information.
Erwin Koeman named as Oman coach
Muscat, February 21: The Oman Football Association (OFA) has named Erwin Koeman, brother of current Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman as the new head coach of the national team on a two-year contract. Erwin succeeds Dutch compatriot Pim Verbeek, who led Oman to the knockout stage of the AFC Asian Cup for the first time in UAE 2019 last month before retiring from professional coaching after the team's loss to Iran in the round-of-16. The OFA made the official announcement on their Twitter handle.
Navratilova gets dumped by LGBT group over her transgender comments
Cape Town [South Africa], Feb 21 (ANI): Tennis veteran Martina Navratilova has been removed as an ambassador by Athlete Ally, the organisation that supports LGBT athletes, following her controversial comments on transgender sports persons. In an official statement released on the website of the company, the organisation said "Athlete Ally unequivocally stands on the side of trans athletes and their right to access and compete in sport free from discrimination.
West Indies mull over Kemar Roach's availability for World Cup
London [UK], Feb 21 (ANI): The West Indies cricket team are hopeful that they will have Kemar Roach at full fitness for the Cricket World Cup, which will be played in May-June this year. Roach, who has been leading the fast bowling attack for the Windies in their recent Test series win over England, complained of back pain in the last few days due to which he was ruled out from the ODI series against England.
RevStart to organise 54 hrs Techstars Start-up Weekend Noida
Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India] Feb 21 (ANI): RevStart, a leading co-working and incubation centre based out of Noida will be organizing Techstars Start-up Weekend Noida - a 54 hours Start-up weekend, from March 8 to 10, where participants will learn from mentors how to take an idea to a business and get funded.
UFC Fight Night 145: Blachowicz vs. Santos fight card and schedule
Bengaluru, February 21: The Ultimate Fighting Championship head to Europe this weekend to host UFC Fight Night 145: Blachowicz vs. Santos at the O2 Arena in Prague, Czech Republic on Saturday (February 23). The thirteen fight card apart from the headliners is very less impactful, but there are some local talents to watch out for as UFC make their first visit to Prague.
Indian Women’s Cricket Team Look to Dominate England After NZ High
Indian women will plunge into the three-game ODI rubber against England eves on Friday with their confidence bolstered by their recent 2-1 series victory against New Zealand in the latter's backyard. With it being a short series, the outfit that wins the opening game, will be at a big advantage going into the next two clashes that are all being played at the Wankhede Stadium as part of the ICC Championship.
India vs England Women’s 1st ODI: Mithali Raj and Co eye to dominate England after success in New Zealand
Mumbai: Indian women will plunge into the three-game ODI rubber against England eves here on Friday with their confidence bolstered by their recent 2-1 series victory against New Zealand in the latter’s backyard. With it being a short series, the outfit that wins the opening game will be at a big advantage going into the next two clashes with all of them to be played at the Wankhede Stadium as part of the ICC Championship.
Microsoft releases new free 'Office' app on Windows 10
San Francisco, Feb 21 (IANS) Replacing the currently existing "MyOffice" app on Windows 10, Microsoft is rolling out a new free pre-installed "Office" app for users without an Office 365 subscription requirement. "MyOffice" app allows users to access and use their Office 365 -- Microsoft's subscription services with programmes including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and OneNote -- from one spot.
Microsoft releases new free 'Office' app on Windows 10
San Francisco, Feb 21 (IANS) Replacing the currently existing "MyOffice" app on Windows 10, Microsoft is rolling out a new free pre-installed "Office" app for users without an Office 365 subscription requirement. "MyOffice" app allows users to access and use their Office 365 -- Microsoft's subscription services with programmes including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and OneNote -- from one spot.
Turkey condemns European parliament committee call to suspend accession
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey criticized on Thursday as "unacceptable" a vote by the European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee calling for the suspension of EU accession negotiations with it. The Foreign Affairs Committee called on the European Commission and member states on Wednesday to formally suspend EU accession negotiations with Turkey, citing disregard for human rights and civil liberties, influence on the judiciary, and disputes over territory with Cyprus and other neighbours.
Maoist torch vehicles in Jharkhand
Ranchi, Feb 21 (IANS) Maoist guerrillas set on fire three vehicles and a generator in Jharkhand's Bokaro district early on Thursday, police said. The Maoists, numbering 10-12, raided a camp office of a private company involved in road construction in Lodhi Panchayat. They thrashed the staff and later set on fire a JCB vehicle, a tractor, a mixture machine and a generator. Refusal to pay 'levy' or protection money to the Maoists apparently led to the incident. --IANS ns/pg/mr
Kim Kardashian sues fashion company
Los Angeles, Feb 21 (IANS) Reality TV star Kim Kardashian West has filed a lawsuit against an online retailer for using her name and image without permission to advertise their own designs. Kim on Wednesday filed a case against Missguided USA, seeking damages in excess of $10 million, reports tmz.com. In the documents, the 38-year-old cited multiple instances where Missguided USA posted its own versions of outfits Kim was photographed wearing.
Syrian force expects to evacuate last civilians from Islamic State enclave on Thursday
1 / 2 Fighters from Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) walk near a convoy of trucks near the village of Baghouz, Deir Al Zor province, Syria February 20, 2019. REUTERS/Rodi Said DEIR AL-ZOR, Syria (Reuters) - The evacuation of civilians from Islamic State's last remaining enclave in eastern Syria is expected to be completed on Thursday after which the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) will engage the last jihadists holed up inside, SDF official Mustafa Bali said.
Ligue 1: FC Nantes fined by league disciplinary committee for setting off flares during Emiliano Sala tribute
Sala had signed for Cardiff City for a club record £15 million ($19 million) last month and was flying to his new team from former side Nantes when his plane went missing on 21 January Paris: Nantes were fined a total of 21,000 euros ($23,800) by the French league's disciplinary committee on Wednesday after supporters set off flares during tributes for the late Emiliano Sala.
MNS members visit FM station, ask them to stop playing Pakistani songs
Members of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) visited a FM Radio station and asked them to stop playing Pakistani songs. There is a constant cry for banning Pakistan artists across the country. Following the gruesome attack on CRPF personnel in Pulwama, India has already taken away the status of most favoured country from Pakistan.
India's security from terrorism and Naxalism are explicit only by PM Modi: CM Adityanath
While addressing the party workers at Khordha district, Odisha Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on the issue of Pulwama terror attack said, "I pay homage to the brave soldiers who lost their lives in the dreadful terror attack.
Fresh snowfall, heavy rain forecast in J&K
Srinagar, Feb 21 (IANS) Fresh snowfall and heavy rain occurred in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on Thursday as the Met forecast inclement weather during the next 24 hours. "Fresh snowfall has occurred in the higher reaches and heavy rain in plains of J&K during the last 12 hours. "More snowfall and rain is likely to occur in the state during the next 24 hours", an official of the MeT department said. Fresh snowfall in the Bannihal sector blocked the Jammu-Srinagar national highway.
Day after meeting Islamabad envoy, Guterres for swift justice for Pulwama terrorists
United Nations, Feb 21 (IANS) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for bringing the perpetrators of the terrorist attack that killed 40 Indian security personnel in Kashmir swiftly to justice a day after meeting Pakistan's Permanent Representative Maleeha Lodhi.
Day after meeting Islamabad envoy, Guterres for swift justice for Pulwama terrorists
United Nations, Feb 21 (IANS) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for bringing the perpetrators of the terrorist attack that killed 40 Indian security personnel in Kashmir swiftly to justice a day after meeting Pakistan's Permanent Representative Maleeha Lodhi.
Pulwama fallout: SC to hear pleas on Kashmiri students attacked
New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) The Supreme Court is likely to hear on Friday a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking direction to the Centre and the state governments to protect Kashmiri students, who are being targeted across the country in the wake of Pulwama terror attack. A bench of Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi, Justice L. Nageswara Rao and Justice Sanjiv Khanna on Thursday said they might hear the PIL on Friday after senior counsel Colin Gonsalves mentioned the same for an urgent hearing.
Polish activists pull down statue of disgraced priest
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Activists in Poland have pulled down a statue of a disgraced late priest after mounting allegations that he sexually abused minors. They acted under cover of night early Thursday to make a protest about the failure of the Polish church to deal with the problem of abuse. Video footage shows three men attaching a rope around the statue of Mgr. Henryk Jankowski in Gdansk and then pulling it down.
Mitchell Marsh sidelined after groin surgery
Melbourne [Australia], Feb 21 (ANI): Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been sidelined from the Sheffield Shield, country’s domestic first-class competition, after undergoing a minor surgery due to an injury on the groin. The 27-year-old, who sustained the injury during a practice session in Perth, will miss Western Australia’s match against New South Wales in Bankstown before being examined again.
'Underage' Malia Obama Holding a Bottle of Wine Sparks Online Debate
20-year-old Malia, accompanied by her friends on a Miami trip, was snapped with what seems like a bottle of wine and her photograph was later shared on the microblogging platform. Being a celebrity kid has its own perks but staying in the paparazzi limelight round the clock can be equally grueling. Ask Malia Obama.
AccorHotels' 2018 profit rises, beefs up lifestyle loyalty initiatives
FILE PHOTO - The logo of French hotel operator AccorHotels is seen on top of the company's headquarters in Issy-les-Moulineaux near Paris, France April 22, 2016. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes/File Photo PARIS (Reuters) - AccorHotels, Europe's largest hotel company, posted an 8 percent rise in like-for-like operating profits for 2018, helped by cost controls and robust demand in most key regions including France.
Japanese spacecraft to attempt landing on distant asteroid
TOKYO (AP) — A Japanese spacecraft is approaching the surface of an asteroid about 280 million kilometers (170 million miles) from Earth. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency said Thursday that Hayabusa2 began its approach at 1:15 p.m. The start was delayed for about five hours for a safety check, but the unmanned craft is still is due to touch down as scheduled on Friday morning.
India vs Australia: Kuldeep and I have freedom to attack - Yuzvendra Chahal
‘Both Kuldeep and I are wickettaking bowlers. We possess a lot of variations between us. Even when we are going for runs, the mandate is that we have to go for wickets’ A successful stint in the limited overs series Down Under, where he picked 15 wickets in six games, including six in the Melbourne ODI, makes Yuzvendra Chahal an important player in India’s scheme of things for the World Cup in England. Chahal, currently at the National Cricket Academy, speaks on his career and future.
England beat West Indies in first ODI: Here're records broken
England beat West Indies in first ODI: Here 21 Feb 2019: England beat West Indies in first ODI: Here're records broken With less than 100 days left for the ICC World Cup 2019, England showed once again why they are the number one side in the world in ODIs. Eoin Morgan's side chased down a nearly impossible target of 361 to down West Indies. Jason Roy and Joe Root struck hundreds to master the chase after West Indian Chris Gayle had scored 135. Here's more. First ODI: How did the match pan out?
Cape Town City snap up former Ajax Cape Town star Travis Graham
The transfer window may be closed but that hasn't stopped coach Benni McCarthy from bolstering his squad with the addition of former Ajax Cape Town midfielder Travis Graham. MORE TO FOLLOW...
San Diego State stuns Caroline, No. 6 Nevada 65-57
1 / 4 San Diego State guard Jordan Schakel reacts after making a 3-point shot during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Nevada, Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull) SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jeremy Hemsley and Devin Watson scored 15 points apiece for San Diego State, which shut down Jordan Caroline and stunned cold-shooting No. 6 Nevada 65-57 Wednesday night, beating the Wolf Pack for the third straight time.
Modi in Seoul: To accept peace award, unveil Gandhi bust
Seoul, Feb 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached the South Korean capital on Thursday for a two-day state visit where he will unveil a Mahatma Gandhi bust, besides accepting the Seoul Peace Prize and having business and political engagements. On his second state visit to the Asian nation, Modi will address the India-Korea business symposium and unveil a bust of Gandhi at the Yonsei University.
Iraqi rapper gives angry youth in city of Basra music outlet
1 / 3 In this Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019 photo, rapper Ahmed Chayeb, better known by his stage name Mr. Guti, records on his computer, at his home in the southern port city of Bqasra, Iraq. Chayeb raps about anger and disillusionment in his hometown of Basra, which saw riots last summer over failing services and soaring unemployment. Chayeb says his generation is fed up with the false piety of politicians and religious authorities who preach about faith and duty but have left Basra to fall apart.
Modi in Seoul: To accept peace award, unveil Gandhi bust
Seoul, Feb 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached the South Korean capital on Thursday for a two-day state visit where he will unveil a Mahatma Gandhi bust, besides accepting the Seoul Peace Prize and having business and political engagements. On his second state visit to the Asian nation, Modi will address the India-Korea business symposium and unveil a bust of Gandhi at the Yonsei University.
Manali, Kalpa see more snowfall
Shimla, Feb 21 (IANS) More snowfall in the tourist resorts of Manali, Kalpa and higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh in the past 24 hours kept the temperatures below freezing point, a weatherman said on Thursday. Manali, which saw 11 cm of snow, recorded a low of minus 1.4 degrees Celsius, whereas Kalpa, some 250 km from Shimla, saw 14 cm of snow. Kalpa recorded the minimum temperature at minus 2.4 degrees.
Dubai Championships: Naomi Osaka is a shy person and must learn to deal with limelight, says Petra Kvitova
Two-times Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova says Naomi Osaka’s shyness is a problem for her as she struggles to deal with the increased scrutiny in the wake of her success at the Grand Slams and her rise to the top of the world rankings. Two-times Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova says Naomi Osaka's shyness is a problem for her as she struggles to deal with the increased scrutiny in the wake of her success at the Grand Slams and her rise to the top of the world rankings.
Report: US company to stop sales of genetic tech in Xinjiang
BEIJING (AP) — The Wall Street Journal reports Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. will no longer sell or service genetic sequencers in China's Xinjiang region following criticism that they were used for surveillance that enabled human rights abuses.
Twitter testing redesigned conversations layout with more iOS users
San Francisco, Feb 21 (IANS) The Micro-blogging site Twitter is launching a test of its redesigned conversations layout with a wider set of iOS users and is accepting survey-based applications from people who are willing to try the new interface out. "Twitter is exploring new ways to make the conversations you care about easier to read, understand, and join.
'Northeast not homogenous but diverse grouping of communities'
New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) Some years ago, I was startled at a seminar titled "Seeking our collective peace: The northeast India diaspora looks into solutions for peace and development in the region". Startled because to me, "diaspora" denoted a group of people voluntarily living outside their homeland.
Exclusive: SpaceX, Boeing design risks threaten new delays for U.S. space program
1 / 4 United Launch Alliance employee shows the astronaut capsule access point near the top of Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral, Florida, U.S., January 15, 2019. REUTERS/Eric M. Johnson/Files By Eric M. Johnson SEATTLE (Reuters) - NASA has warned SpaceX and Boeing Co of design and safety concerns for their competing astronaut launch systems, according to industry sources and a new government report, threatening the U.S. bid to revive its human spaceflight program later this year.
Taiwan unveils Asia's first draft law on same-sex marriage
1 / 2 FILE PHOTO: Gay rights activist Chi Chia-wei waves a rainbow flag during a rally to support the upcoming same-sex marriage referendum, in Taipei, Taiwan November 18, 2018. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu/File Photo By Yimou Lee TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan on Thursday proposed a draft law to allow same-sex marriage in Asia's first such bill, but the legislation was criticised by rights activists and conservative groups amid a heated debate over marriage equality.
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