Kerala is getting ready for a wild ride with a new movie called "Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies. " This film is all about the exciting world of WWE-style wrestling in the state. The movie stars Roshan Mathew, who won an award for "Paradise, " and Arjun Ashokan, known for "Bramayugam. " They are joined by other talented actors like Vishak Nair and Ishan Shoukath. ...
Barclays is stepping up its game in America. The bank just bought Best Egg, a company that gives out personal loans, for a cool $800 million. This isn't just a small move. It's a big deal for Barclays. They want to grow their presence in the U. S. beyond just credit cards. They're diving into the world of personal loans, which is growing fast. Best Egg is based in D...
Kuldeep Yadav, a top spinner, was left out of India's first ODI against Australia in Perth. This decision has sparked a debate among cricket fans and experts. Kris Srikkanth, a former Indian selector, is among those questioning the team's choice. India's bowling lineup in the first ODI included three all-rounders: Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, and Washington Sunda...
The U. S. has long been a top destination for Indian students, but recent changes in immigration policies are making them think twice. The Trump administration's decision to increase the cost of H-1B visas has left many students and their families feeling uncertain about the future. Paridhi Upadhaya, an 18-year-old from Lucknow, had her plans to study computer scien...
A big change is coming to Illinois politics. Senator Dick Durbin, who has been a key figure in the Democratic Party for a long time, has decided not to run for re-election in 2026. This news opens up a significant leadership role in the Senate and sets the stage for a competitive primary race in Illinois. Durbin, who is currently the second-highest-ranking Democrat i...
The mortgage industry is buzzing with news of a major merger. Rocket, a leading mortgage company, is set to acquire Mr. Cooper, a significant competitor, in a deal worth $9. 4 billion. This move comes hot on the heels of Rocket's recent acquisition of Redfin, a real estate listing company. The merger will create a powerhouse in the mortgage industry. Together, the c...
The Santa Clara County Office of Education has been accused of misusing federal funds. The report, released on Friday, revealed that over $135, 000 was used incorrectly. The funds were meant for the Head Start program. This program helps low-income children under five get important resources. The money was used to pay a manager's wages and credit card expenses. The m...
Billionaire Elon Musk, who once overstayed his visa in the U. S. , is now facing heat from some supporters of President-elect Donald Trump. Musk, who owns Tesla and SpaceX, has been advocating for more immigrant tech workers, arguing that there's a shortage of American-born engineers. He even tweeted that the U. S. could lose its competitive edge if it doesn't tap in...
Hey, did you know that Dana White, the boss of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), is bringing in big changes? He’s decided to work with IBM, a company that’s been around for ages, to use something called artificial intelligence (AI) in MMA fights. Before you start thinking this is just for other sports like soccer or basketball, let me tell you, MMA is differe...
Imagine walking into a room filled with finance leaders, and you hear them talking about the future of their industry. Adena Friedman, the big boss at Nasdaq, and C. S. Venkatakrishnan, the top dog at Barclays, recently shared their thoughts at the Fortune Global Forum in New York City. Friedman believes we're in a tech renaissance in finance, and it's going to last ...