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Hurricane Isaias damage after landfall: Power outages in Georgia, Alabama, Florida hit over thousand residences, weather forecasters warn tornadoes, heavy rain, flooding during weekend
Isaias, the first hurricane to hit the eastern US since Milton tore up the Gulf Coast of Florida in 2024, is also expected to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to much of the Southeast over the weekend, then to parts of the Midwest and Northeast into Monday.
‘Our life won’t stop if we don’t eat vada pav’: Tukaram Mundhe’s reply to schoolboy seeking its return to canteens goes viral
A video of Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe responding to a schoolboy’s request to bring back vada pav in school canteens has gone viral on Instagram. Mundhe encouraged children to prioritise nutritious food and also cautioned against certain Chinese street food preparations. The exchange comes amid Maharashtra’s restrictions on foods high in fat, sugar and salt in school canteens and within 50 metres of school campuses.
Chinese hit movie on Iraq war premieres in N America
Following its strong box office run on the mainland, "Once Upon a Time in the Middle East" made its North American debut on Friday with a limited theatrical release, bringing audiences a poignant reflection on the horrors of war and the preciousness of peace. The Chinese drama film is screening with English subtitles at more than 120 theatres in major North American cities, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Chicago, New York, Boston, Toronto and Vancouver. Directed by Wen Muye and starring Shen Teng and Jiang Qiming, the film follows Xu Fu, a Chinese cook who travels to the Middle East to work in a Chinese restaurant after falling into debt at home. He and restaurant manager Ma Junsheng help build a popular eatery that becomes a gathering place for people of different backgrounds. But when war breaks out, the restaurant becomes the setting for a poignant story of survival, human resilience and the pursuit of peace. The film has been selected by the mainland as its official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. Several moviegoers, who watched the film in the Los Angeles area, told Xinhua that the movie deserves high marks. They noted that the film offers North American audiences an opportunity to view and reflect on conflicts and warfare in the Middle East from a perspective different from that typically presented by Hollywood. Some moviegoers also praised the film's technical craftsmanship and international storytelling. Alivia, who watched the film at an AMC theatre in Monterey Park, said the film has deeply moved her. "It's really opened people's eyes about what really happened in the Middle East, and it shows how everybody is involved, not just the Americans and (people in) the Middle East. It's everybody. It's brought out all of my emotions to make me feel what they feel," she said. "I think it should win awards, truly. It's a very amazing movie," Alivia added. The movie was released in Hong Kong on September 11 and is currently playing in theatres across the SAR. According to data from Maoyan, a Chinese movie-ticketing and film data platform, the film has grossed more than 2.36 billion yuan at the mainland box office since its theatrical release on August 11. It has received strong feedback from mainland audience, earning a rating of 9.7 out of 10 on Maoyan. (Xinhua) Edited by Azam Khan
Matt Renshaw's first Test ton since 2017 reflects a journey of learning to let go
Matt Renshaw's first Test ton since 2017 reflects a journey of learning to let go
'Arrest us all, we are surrounding you': Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi, RSS on CEC row
Rahul Gandhi has launched a strong critique against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. He accused them of cowardice while advocating for the defense of the Constitution. Gandhi called for continued protests by the youth against perceived injustices in governance. The opposition plans to challenge the Chief Election Commissioner over alleged electoral irregularities and demanded his resignation.
CJP protest: Delhi Police detains more than 3,000 protestors
Delhi Police took proactive measures by detaining more than 3,000 protesters across the capital city. Authorities used drones to monitor individuals trying to proceed to Jantar Mantar for the demonstration. The police also detained over 600 individuals with criminal records as a precaution. Surveillance and security arrangements were intensified to maintain law and order during this period.
CJP protest: Delhi Police detains more than 3,000 protestors
Delhi Police took proactive measures by detaining more than 3,000 protesters across the capital city. Authorities used drones to monitor individuals trying to proceed to Jantar Mantar for the demonstration. The police also detained over 600 individuals with criminal records as a precaution. Surveillance and security arrangements were intensified to maintain law and order during this period.
CJP protests: CJI Surya Kant intervenes after SCBA flags detention of lawyers; advocates being released
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant intervened regarding the reported detention of several advocates in the Supreme Court area. The Supreme Court Bar Association expressed grave concern and sought their safety and legal assistance. Following the CJI's intervention, it is believed that the detained lawyers were released. Reports indicated that excessive force was used during peaceful protests linked to a demonstration at Jantar Mantar.
CJP protests: CJI Surya Kant intervenes after SCBA flags detention of lawyers; advocates being released
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant intervened regarding the reported detention of several advocates in the Supreme Court area. The Supreme Court Bar Association expressed grave concern and sought their safety and legal assistance. Following the CJI's intervention, it is believed that the detained lawyers were released. Reports indicated that excessive force was used during peaceful protests linked to a demonstration at Jantar Mantar.