TV Producers Flock to California’s Expanded Tax Credit
[The state announced the first 22 projects to take advantage of its hefty new incentives to attract production.
Month: August 2025
How to Set Up a Personalized News Feed on Your Phone
Apps from Google, Apple and other companies let you customize your content so you’re always up to date on the matters you care about most.
Cops crack down on killer fillers at Karachi cowboy clinics
Subata wanted her wedding skin to “look like glass.” A week before the ceremony, she booked a HydraFacial at a Clifton salon after seeing it on a local influencer’s feed. The treatment, popularised by K-beauty routines, promised to cleanse, hydrate, and brighten in under an hour. The reception counter was dressed in orchids and scented … Read more
Trump Is Set to Host a Meeting on Gaza. How Close Is a Cease-Fire?
The president’s Middle East envoy signaled that the war would be settled before the end of the year, but seemed to rule out a temporary truce.
Humayun Saeed remains unbothered when it comes to negative reviews
Journalist Ambreen Fatima recently interviewed actor and producer Humayun Saeed, asking questions about negative reviews on his dramas. Humayun is unbothered by criticism. He laughs rather than fretting over reviews. While not shown explicitly, the show Main Manto Nahi Hoon hints towards a romance between Mehmal(Sajal Aly) and Manto(Humayun Saeed). In one scene, Mehmal’s … Read more
Ravichandran Ashwin announces retirement from IPL after 16 seasons
Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Wednesday announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL), bringing an end to a career that lasted over 15 years. The 38-year-old confirmed his decision through a post on X, formerly Twitter, saying he is grateful for his journey in the IPL and is now looking forward to … Read more
South Korea Outlaws Use of Smartphones During Class
It becomes the latest country to restrict phone use in schools, with a law that will go into effect in 2026.
Floods and Landslides Kill Dozens on Pilgrimage Route in Kashmir
Rescue workers pulled bodies from the debris after rain sent boulders and mud crashing down.
In a New ‘Toxic Avenger,’ More Gore, More Goo and Peter Dinklage, Too
A look at the making of Macon Blair’s reboot, which arrives for a new generation of outcasts.
Masters updates qualifying criteria to add six national opens
WASHINGTON: Augusta National announced changes to qualifying methods for the Masters on Tuesday, adding the winners of six worldwide national opens while dropping US PGA Tour fall tournament winners. The immediate change follows the style of the Royal & Ancient (R&A) British Open qualifying series, which began in 2013, and gives the Masters its own … Read more
