09 May 2021

Glued to computers? Follow these steps to avoid eye strain

Continuously staring at computers or phones can cause headaches, fatigue, and most importantly strain to the eyes.

Honda launches its Dio scooter in the Philippines: Details here

Japanese automaker Honda's Dio scooter made in India has been launched in the Philippines.

Henry Golding to play Dakota Johnson's cousin in 'Persuasion' remake

Crazy Rich Asians star Henry Golding will be joining actress Dakota Johnson for Netflix's adaptation of Jane Austen's Persuasion.

'And Tomorrow the Entire World' review: Breathlessly-paced German drama

German-French political drama film And Tomorrow the Entire World (In German: Und morgen die ganze Welt) recently got released on Netflix.

Review: Coldplay's single 'Higher Power' is out of this world

Coldplay fans finally got to hear their new single Higher Power, and we can all agree that another masterpiece has arrived.

Facebook brings chat themes, new features to Instagram and Messenger

Social media giant Facebook has unveiled multiple new theming features across its messaging services, including Messenger, Instagram, and Messenger Kids. Functional improvements include visual replies, read receipts, improved audio recording tools, and an updated archive feature on Instagram.

Lewis Hamilton wins the Spanish Grand Prix: Records broken

Mercedes ace Lewis Hamilton won his third race of the 2021 Formula 1 season after winning the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday.

'Cinderella' takes OTT route, to release on Amazon Prime Video

The live-action musical adaptation of Cinderella produced by Sony Pictures will be skipping the theater route.

Premier League, Manchester United beat Aston Villa 3-1: Records broken

Manchester United came back from behind to beat Aston Villa 3-1 in the Premier League 2020-21 season on Sunday.

Amid states' lockdowns, India's Global Stringency Index score touches 74

India's score on the Global Stringency Index, calculated by the Oxford Coronavirus Government Response Tracker (OxCGRT), stood at 74 on April 30 up from 58 on April 1.

Google Play mimics Apple's App Tracking Transparency with 'safety' section

Late last year, Apple introduced privacy labels for its App Store listings. Now, Google has pre-announced its plans to implement something similar.

'The Sons of Sam' review: A descent into darkness indeed

Netflix's latest limited series has brought forth America's notorious serial killer, Son of Sam (David Berkowitz).

Sitharaman responds after Mamata asks Modi to waive vaccine taxes

The 5% tax on COVID-19 vaccines and 12% tax on medicines and oxygen concentrators is required to keep costs low, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Sunday.

Yamaha working on XSR125 roadster; to debut in Europe first

Japanese automaker Yamaha is working on a neo-retro roadster motorcycle called the XSR125. It will initially be up for grabs in Europe.

ZTE Blade A71 listed on website; might be launched soon

Chinese smartphone maker ZTE has listed the Blade A71 model on its official website hinting at its imminent launch. It will be available in three color options.

India-made BMW G 310 R bike launched in Japan

German automaker BMW Motorrad's G 310 R motorcycle, made in India, has been launched in Japan.

Amy Adams to star in 'Finding the Mother Tree' movie

A movie adaptation of Suzanne Simard's memoir, Finding the Mother Tree, is officially happening.

Robert De Niro, Roger Federer team up for hilarious advertisement

Roger Federer is a 20-time Grand Slam champion. Robert De Niro is a two-time Oscar winner.

Saroj Khan's biopic: These actresses can be considered to lead

Recently, it was reported that a biopic on the life of late legendary choreographer Saroj Khan is in the works. A law firm has published a public notice in newspapers, announcing the same.

Himanta Biswa Sarma to take oath as Assam CM tomorrow

Senior BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to be the next Chief Minister of Assam replacing incumbent Sarbananda Sonowal at the top post.

'Git Gud with Knighton': Guests talk while playing 'Dark Souls-3'

What if a talk show gave us the chance to know our favorite social media influencers like never before as they get hilariously beat at a video game?

'Star Wars: The Bad Batch': A worthy 'Clone Wars' successor

The animated series Star Wars: The Bad Batch premiered its first episode on Star Wars Day (May 4) and the force is definitely with it.

Space debris from China's biggest rocket lands in Indian Ocean

Remnants of China's biggest rocket disintegrated over the Indian Ocean on Sunday, the China Central Television (CCTV) reported, citing the China Manned Space Engineering Office.

Tired due to late-night partying? Have these instant energy-booster foods

Fatigue and low levels of energy are common nowadays, given the sedentary lifestyle we lead, along with having an unhealthy diet, sleep deprivation, and so on.

Honda Activa 6G available with Rs. 3,500 cashback in India

Japanese automaker Honda is offering a 5% cashback of up to Rs. 3,500 on its Activa 6G scooter in India. This scheme is valid on EMI transactions using SBI Credit Cards till June 30.

Fans believe this iconic Bollywood character features in Marvel's 'Eternals'

Marvel Studios finally announced the release dates of its upcoming slate of Phase 4 movies recently.

Will Smith, Alicia Keys roped in for YouTube original series

YouTube has announced a new slate of original series that includes huge stars headlining the projects.

Indian restaurant in Norway donates day's earnings for COVID-19 relief

Amid the raging COVID-19 crisis in India, many people are contributing to relief efforts.

Coronavirus: India records 4K deaths again as lockdown calls grow

India on Sunday reported over 4,000 fresh fatalities due to COVID-19 for the second consecutive day. The death toll stands at 2.42 lakh.

Rajasthan Royals pacer Chetan Sakariya's father dies of COVID-19 complications

India is currently battling a deadly second wave of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Aprilia launches its RS 660 supersport bike in the Philippines

Italian automaker Aprilia has launched its RS 660 middleweight supersport motorcycle in the Philippines. It is also listed on the brand's Indian website and should debut here later this year.

Coconut oil: The pantry ingredient for all your skin woes

Want smooth, soft, and healthy-looking skin without splurging on luxurious skincare products? The key to all your skincare woes might be the coconut oil that is tucked away in your pantry.

Mother's Day: Let's all imbibe these changes to help her

Mothers shower us with love, care, and attention, often sacrificing their own happiness in the process.

Mother's Day: Kareena shares a better peek at newborn son

Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan shared an adorable picture of both of her children on the occasion of Mother's Day earlier today.

Modi government's actions 'inexcusable': Lancet criticizes India's handling of COVID-19

The Indian government must pursue a two-pronged strategy to address the COVID-19 pandemic, including the rationalization and speedy implementation of a "botched vaccination campaign," the medical journal The Lancet said Saturday.

Aryna Sabalenka defeats Ashleigh Barty to win Madrid Open

Number five seed Aryna Sabalenka beat world number one Ashleigh Barty 6-0, 3-6, 6-4 in the Mutua Madrid Open final.

Bayern Munich win ninth successive Bundesliga title: Records broken

Bayern Munich raced to a ninth successive Bundesliga title after second-placed RB Leipzig lost 2-3 against Borussia Dortmund.

Could autonomous vehicles eventually teach themselves to outperform humans?

The safety of autonomous cars has been debatable since the technology's inception, but recent fatal mishaps involving Tesla cars have cast further doubts.

Coronavirus: Delhi lockdown extended till May 17, says Arvind Kejriwal

The ongoing lockdown in Delhi has been extended by one week till May 17 to stem the spread of COVID-19 in the national capital, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Sunday.

Premier League, Liverpool beat Southampton 2-0: List of records broken

Premier League champions Liverpool boosted their hopes of presenting a fight for a top-four finish this season after overcoming Southampton 2-0 at Anfield.

Andrew Garfield not suiting up for 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'

Andrew Garfield has put an end to all the rumors that hinted at his return in Spider-Man: No Way Home.

Warner, Slater deny reports of physical brawl in Maldives

The Australian cricket contingent is currently in the Maldives following their departure from India after the suspension of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season.

#HealthBytes: Five tips to sleep better and wake up refreshed

Sound sleep is essential for the optimal functioning of every living organism.

Mark Zuckerberg acquires more land in Hawaii for $53 million

Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan recently acquired 600 acres of land on the North Shore of Hawaii's Kauai island. This deal brings the couple's total landholdings on Kauai island to over 1,300 acres.

SC sets up COVID-19 task force to facilitate oxygen distribution

The Supreme Court has directed the formation of a National Task Force to facilitate India's COVID-19 response as the Narendra Modi government appears to have abdicated its responsibility.

Few simple ways to ensure your lips are always soft

The skin on your lips is extremely delicate, thus it is different from the rest of your body.

Happy Mother's Day: Raising a toast to Bollywood's single moms!

Many moms in Bollywood broke barriers and boldly took up the responsibility of raising kids single-handedly.

Chinese rocket could cause damage equivalent to plane-crash on reentry

The massive 30-meter tall Long March 5B rocket stage that launched China's space station into low-Earth orbit is expected to reenter Earth's atmosphere sometime around May 8-9.

Premier League, Chelsea overcome Manchester City 2-1: Records broken

Manchester City will have to wait for the Premier League title after Chelsea came from behind and sealed a 2-1 victory at the Etihad Stadium.

OnePlus 9 series receives camera improvements and May security patch

OnePlus has started releasing a new software update for the 9 and 9 Pro models.

After 12 glorious years, Jesse Williams is leaving 'Grey's Anatomy'

It seems like many good doctors are leaving the Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.

OPPO Reno6 Pro bags SIRIM certification, global launch imminent

OPPO is expected to launch its Reno6 series of smartphones in China and other global markets on May 22.

Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro teasers reveal design and key features

As an addition to its portfolio of tablets, Lenovo is gearing up to launch a new Yoga Pad Pro model in China soon.

Realme V25 spotted on TENAA certification site, specifications leaked

Realme is gearing up to launch a new V25 smartphone in China soon. It will carry model number RMX3143.

08 May 2021

La Liga, Barcelona 0-0 Atletico Madrid: List of records broken

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid played out a 0-0 draw in what was a lively game at the Camp Nou.

Indian hockey legend MK Kaushik dies of COVID-19 complications

Indian hockey legend MK Kaushik passed away on Saturday due to the complications caused by coronavirus.

2021 Yamaha NVX, with a 155cc engine, goes official

Japanese motorcycle manufacturer Yamaha has launched the 2021 version of its NVX scooter in Malaysia. It is offered in two variants: Standard and ABS.

Realme Narzo 30 4G bags SIRIM certification, launch imminent

Realme is gearing up to announce the Narzo 30 model in both 4G and 5G versions in several countries.

Over 9,000 units of Porsche Taycan sold in Q1 2021

German automobile manufacturer Porsche has sold a total of 9,072 units of its Taycan all-electric car worldwide in the first quarter of 2021.

Let's celebrate Enrique Iglesias as he turns 46 today

Singer Enrique Iglesias celebrates his 46th birthday today, and fans can't keep calm.

Blake Lively to turn highly-skilled assassin for Netflix's 'Lady Killer'

Actress Blake Lively is all set to star in a Netflix project called Lady Killer.

Pakistan's Abid Ali slams maiden Test double-century: The key numbers

Pakistan have dominated the scenes against Zimbabwe in the ongoing second Test match in Harare.

Tata Motors increases car prices by up to Rs. 33,400

Due to the rising input costs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, various automakers, including Tata Motors, have increased the prices of their vehicles.

DRDO's anti-coronavirus drug cleared for emergency use by DCGI

The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has approved the emergency use of an anti-coronavirus drug developed by a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to treat moderate to severe patients, reports say.

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy S21+ available with benefits worth Rs. 36,000

If you are planning to buy a premium smartphone without crippling your wallet, then this deal might interest you. Amazon is offering a Rs. 24,000 discount on the Samsung Galaxy S21++ 5G model.

Pakistan to turn Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor's havelis into museums

Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial government has begun taking formal custody of the ancestral homes of legendary Bollywood personalities Raj Kapoor and Dilip Kumar.

Ducati Streetfighter V4 to debut in India soon, confirms teaser

Ducati is planning to launch the Streetfighter V4 naked roadster in India soon, as confirmed by the company. It is already available in the global markets.

These Mahindra cars have become costlier in India

Owing to the rising input costs and uncertainty in production as well as sales, Mahindra has announced a price-hike for its entire line-up of cars.

PM dials 4 Chief Ministers to discuss the COVID-19 situation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today spoke with four Chief Ministers on separate phone calls to discuss the coronavirus situation in their states, reports say.

Prasidh Krishna tests positive for COVID-19

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Prasidh Krishna has tested positive for the novel coronavirus on Saturday.

Prabhas-Saif's 'Ramayan' version 'Adipurush' to be shot in Hyderabad now?

The imposition of lockdown in Maharashtra has forced several productions to shift bases to other states and Om Raut's Adipurush might be joining that list.

ZIM vs PAK: Tabish Khan becomes Pakistan's third-oldest Test debutant

Fast bowler Tabish Khan, on Friday, became Pakistan's third-oldest player to make debut in Test cricket.

Madrid Open final, Barty vs Sabalenka: Decoding the key stats

Women's singles world number one Ashleigh Barty is set to face Aryna Sabalenka in the final of the Madrid Open tonight.

Sonowal, Himanta Sarma reach Delhi amid suspense over Assam CM

Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, notably the most influential Minister in the State Cabinet, today flew down to national capital Delhi to meet the top brass of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

2021 Mahindra Bolero to debut in India by June

Mahindra seems to be working on the updated Bolero SUV. In the latest development, CarWale has claimed that new model will be launched in India by June this year.

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IBM unveils industry's first 2nm chip technology

In a major step forward for silicon chip technology, IBM claims it has successfully made a chip using a two-nanometer (2nm) process. The company asserts that the processors made using this technology will be more power-efficient, delivering around 45 percent better performance than the current 7nm process.

Dave Bautista reveals why he chose 'Army of the Dead'

Former WWE superstar and actor Dave Bautista recently revealed why he chose Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead over a reunion with James Gunn on The Suicide Squad.

Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch model's deliveries delayed by two months

If you are planning to buy the recently-launched M1-powered iPad Pro, chances are you will have to wait for a couple of months to receive the device.

'Photo-Prem' review: Light-hearted take on death, despair and fear

Neena Kulkarni-starrer Marathi comedy-drama Photo-Prem is now streaming on Amazon Prime.

EPL: Decoding the rivalry between Aston Villa and Manchester United

Aston Villa and Manchester United are all set to lock horns in gameweek 35 of the Premier League 2020-21 season on Sunday at Villa Park.

Coronavirus: India registers deadliest day, over 4 lakh new cases

India on Saturday reported more than 4,000 deaths linked to the coronavirus in a single day for the first time.

Redmi Note 10S to be available in India via Amazon

Redmi is all set to announce its latest mid-range smartphone, the Note 10S in India on May 13. In the run-up to the launch event, Amazon has created a microsite for the handset, detailing its key specifications.

Kangana Ranaut tests positive for COVID-19, says 'will demolish it'

Controversy queen Kangana Ranaut tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday. She has quarantined herself.

Renault teases Megane E-TECH Electric SUV with the new logo

As an addition to its growing line-up of Electric Cars, Renault is working to introduce the Megane E-TECH Electric SUV later this year. The company has released a teaser image of the vehicle, revealing the rear section of the car.

KKR's Seifert to stay in India after testing COVID-19 positive

New Zealand and Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer Tim Seifert has tested positive for the novel coronavirus in his pre-departure tests.

Over 15% positivity rate in 24 states, says Centre

Twenty-four Indian states have reported a test positivity rate of more than 15 percent for COVID-19 over the past week, the central government said on Friday.

West Bengal government moves SC against Centre's vaccine policy

The West Bengal government on Friday moved the Supreme Court against the central government's new vaccination policy.

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NewsBytes Briefing: IBM creates first 2-nanometer chip, and more

Those who thought IBM had stopped making processors are in for a surprise as the company claims to have created the world's first 2nm processor.

Elon Musk's 'SNL' promo is as 'wild' as he is!

By now we know that Elon Musk will be debuting on Saturday Night Live on May 8.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite to offer 44W fast-charging support

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Tab S7 Lite (aka S7+ Lite) in Wi-Fi-only, 4G, and 5G versions.

Apple adopts new way to record serial numbers of iPhones

Apple's plan to transition to a new randomized serial number system seems to be in action starting with the iPhone 12 Purple edition that was recently launched in multiple countries.

Prior to launch in India, BS6-compliant CFMoto 650GT motorbike teased

Ahead of its launch in India, Chinese automaker CFMoto has teased its BS6-compliant 650GT middleweight sports tourer. Its online bookings are open.

'Happy Birthday': Anupam Kher wins Best Actor award at NYCIFF

Anupam Kher, who was widely appreciated for his role in the short film Happy Birthday, has bagged the Best Actor award at the New York City International Film Festival (NYCIFF).