A file image of Bill Gates. | Photo Credit: AP Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates was set to face questioning on Wednesday (June 10, 2026) from U.S. lawmakers over his relationship with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, whose network of wealthy and powerful associates has fueled years of scrutiny and conspiracy theories. Mr. Gates, one of…
CHENNAI: Like Aladdin rubbing the magic lamp to set the genie free, Bharathiraja liberated an intense version of Tamil cinema that had long remained bottled up within studio sets and shooting floors. With 16 Vayadhiniley (1977), he blazed a trail and revealed the rugged and lush beauty of Tamil Nadu’s countryside to both filmmakers and…
You may surprise yourself today. A daring mood rises, and you could feel tempted to try something unusual, speak more boldly, or break your routine in some small way. It’s Mars inspiring the courage of you, while the Moon is a great influencer of the movement and shorter trips. Okay, but don’t get reckless for…
England’s Ben Stokes (AP Photo) Ben Stokes has found himself at the centre of fresh scrutiny after reports linked the England captain to a nightclub incident involving a Saracens rugby player. The controversy has sparked questions about both his leadership role and his long-term future in the game.Stokes, along with England fast bowler Gus Atkinson,…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship has captured global attention with the power couple confirming their engagement in August of last year in 2025. The pop superstar and the professional footballer have been the subject of intense media scrutiny as details about their upcoming wedding continue to emerge. Now reports suggest the couple is planning…
The FIFA World Cup Trophy (AP) There is no sporting event in the world that enjoys such a feverish build-up to the main event. Such is the global appeal of the ‘beautiful game’ and the FIFA World Cup. However, the 2026 edition, the first to feature as many as 48 teams, has struggled to adhere…
Pakistani strikes killed at least 12 people in Afghanistan near the border between the two countries, Afghan government officials and local sources said on Wednesday (June 10, 2026). “Last night, the Pakistani military once again violated Afghanistan’s airspace and bombed civilian homes in the provinces of Kunar, Khost, and Paktika. As a result of these…
CUDDALORE: Two fishermen from Parangipettai in Cuddalore district and a fisherman from Puducherry, who went missing at deep sea, were rescued by fellow fishermen on Monday after six gruelling days. The trio were discovered in an unconscious state inside their stranded boat off the Cuddalore coast. Cuddalore district fisheries officials said the trio ventured out…
Each zodiac sign has its own unique traits that shape personality and influence relationships. Curious about what the stars have in store for your love life today? Read on to discover what the universe has planned for your sign. Aries Stop and reignite your inner light before seeking someone else’s love. Today, charisma comes naturally…
India captain Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir (Getty Images) Mohali: When India’s ODI team assembles here in Mohali on Wednesday, it will be the formal onset of their preparations for the ODI World Cup in South Africa in Oct-Nov 2027. Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are expected to be declared fit for the three-match ODI…