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Martha Stewart apologizes for homeless person 'costume' on Halloween
Martha Stewart, the 85-year-old media personality, has apologized after facing backlash for her Halloween costume.
Manoj Tiwari swims, takes sip from 'clean' Yamuna
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Manoj Tiwari took a swim in the Yamuna river at Sonia Vihar, New Delhi, on Thursday, even taking a sip, claiming that the river's pollution had reduced under Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's leadership.
Polymarket resumes trading after security breach, pledges refunds to traders
Polymarket, a prediction market platform, has reported an outage on its international platform. The disruption was caused by a hack of an unnamed third-party data provider.
Data breach exposes sensitive details of 41,000 Homeland Security workers
A massive data breach has exposed the personal information of more than 41,000 employees and contractors working for the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its agencies.
Kolkata man, 18-year-old son paraded naked over relationship with minor
An 18-year-old man, his father, and a friend were allegedly forced to strip and walk naked on a busy street in Kolkata's Sarsuna over the young man's relationship with a 13-year-old girl.
'BB 20': Did Kaashvi direct hate toward Love?
Streamer Kaashvi Hiranandani has addressed the backlash she received for her comments about Love Gill on Bigg Boss 20's Weekend Ka Vaar episode.
How cybercriminals can hijack your accounts without passwords, login alerts
Cybercriminals have devised a way to break into your online accounts, and they don't even need your password and they don't trigger a login alert.
Will 'Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat' get a sequel?
Milap Zaveri, the writer-director behind the sleeper hit Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, has confirmed discussions for a sequel.
Greece: Children under 15 can't use social media from 2027
Greece's parliament has approved a bill banning the use of social media platforms by children under the age of 15.
'This is wrong...': Anita Kanwal debunks reports of financial crisis
Veteran actor Anita Kanwal has denied reports claiming that she is facing a financial crisis and seeking help.
Kim Jong-un makes public appearance after rumors about his death
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has made a public appearance after rumors spread online about his health.
How LinkedIn is cracking down on generic AI-written content
LinkedIn, the professional networking platform, is taking a stand against bland and generic AI-generated posts.
Hyderabad airport's X account hacked to promote crypto program
The official X account of Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) was compromised early Monday morning.
BigBasket, Flipkart among 6 firms penalized by Indian food regulator
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has taken action against six food businesses, including BigBasket and Flipkart.
Meta's Muse lost App Store crown to a chicken sandwich
Meta's Muse personal AI app, which had been ruling the US iOS App Store since its launch in early September, briefly lost its top spot to Dave's Hot Chicken.
Farah offers cook's job to Cyrus for calling him fraud
Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan recently hit back at comedian Cyrus Broacha for calling her popular cook, Dilip, a "fraud" and "overrated."
Turkey bans social media use for under-15s
Turkey has announced a ban on social media use for children under the age of 15. The restriction will come into effect from November 1.
Remember Orkut? It could be making a comeback
Orkut, the popular social networking site that was shut down over a decade ago, could be making a comeback.
Pakistan introduces new tax rules for social media creators
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a new framework to tax social media content creators.
Thai actor apologizes after 'mocking' Indians on TV show
Thai actor Fourth Nattawat Jirochtikul has apologized to Indian fans after a recent incident on a Thai television show sparked outrage.
Iranian operatives used ChatGPT to publish anti-US war articles: OpenAI
Iranian operatives have allegedly exploited artificial intelligence (AI) tools to publish anti-US war articles in several media outlets, OpenAI has revealed.
Techie claims coffee maker uploaded 1TB data in 10 days
A techie has raised alarm over a Keurig Smart single-serve coffee maker that uploaded an astonishing one terabyte (TB) of data in just 10 days.
CJP plans 'Chappal protest' in Bengaluru
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a "Chappal protest" in Bengaluru on Thursday.
Why was 'Bigg Boss 17' fame Anurag Dobhal arrested?
Anurag Dobhal, popularly known as UK07 Rider, a popular YouTuber and moto vlogger from Uttarakhand, has been booked in an alleged assault case in Dehradun.
Why is Honey Singh in trouble with Maharashtra Cyber Police?
Renowned rapper and singer Hirdesh Singh, popularly known as Honey Singh, sought more time to appear before the Maharashtra Cyber Police on Monday.
'BB20': ScoutOP confesses feelings for Love despite having a girlfriend
In a surprising turn of events on Bigg Boss 20, contestant ScoutOP (real name Tanmay Singh) has confessed to having feelings for fellow housemate Love Gill.
Newly opened Barapullah Phase-III corridor faces severe traffic congestion
The newly inaugurated Barapullah Phase-III corridor in Delhi is facing severe traffic congestion.
Internet-famous Dr. Mike might lead new 'The Bachelor' season
The popular dating reality show The Bachelor is reportedly looking for someone who is serious about finding love.
Changing your name in India after marriage: A guide
Changing your name after marriage in India can be a daunting task. However, if you know the right steps, it can be a smooth process.
Who was Mad Sandhu? Punjabi influencer shot dead in Amritsar
Punjabi influencer and makeup artist Mad Sandhu was shot dead by two unidentified assailants on a motorcycle in Amritsar on Saturday.
'BB20': Rhiti's stepfather announces separation from her mother
Ekam Bawa, the former stepfather of Bigg Boss 20 contestant Rhiti Tiwari, has announced his formal separation from her mother, Rani Tiwari.
This $199 phone is specifically designed for kids
Freckle has launched a new phone, priced at $199, specifically designed for kids aged between seven and 13.
Why did the internet suddenly start mourning Jackie Chan?
Jackie Chan, the iconic martial artist and actor, has become the latest victim of a death hoax. A post on social media platforms claimed that the 72-year-old star had passed away, triggering an outpouring of tributes from fans.
Social media accounts for under-18s might be banned in India
The Indian government is planning to amend the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules.
Ujjain unrest: Mosque demolition AI videos mobilized crowd, say cops
The recent clashes in Ujjain were incited by artificial intelligence-generated videos that falsely depicted the Shahi Masjid being demolished, officials said on Monday night.
Who was Nidhi Tiwari? Influencer dies by suicide at 30
Nidhi Tiwari, a popular social media influencer with a combined 16 lakh followers on Instagram and Facebook, has reportedly died by suicide. She was 30.
How did 'Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha' perform at box office?
The mythological drama Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha, featuring Dev Sharma and Anjali Arora in lead roles, has opened to a disappointing start at the box office.
Saudi Arabia: Sri Lankan sentenced to death over Facebook post
A 24-year-old Sri Lankan Tamil migrant worker, Sivarasa Anojan, has reportedly been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia over a Facebook post deemed insulting to Islam and Prophet Muhammad.
Apple showing persistent ads on iPhones, and users are unhappy
Apple's recent move to include ads in its operating system has not gone down well with users.
China might ban 'intimate' AI companions for minors
China's top internet regulator has proposed new rules to protect minors from the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) companions.
'Mormon Wives' cast member Taylor Frankie Paul quits show
Taylor Frankie Paul, a cast member of the Hulu reality show The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, has announced her departure from the series.
'F---in hilarious': Channing Tatum denies having a 'burner' Instagram account
Actor Channing Tatum has denied rumors that he owns an Instagram account that has been commenting on his ex-fiancée Zoe Kravitz and her new fiancé Harry Styles.
'Bigg Boss 20': Rhiti 'abusing' Qazi Touqeer sparks outrage online
The third week of Bigg Boss 20 has begun with a bang, but not without controversies.
FSSAI developing AI tool to flag food safety violations online
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is testing an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system to flag food safety violations on e-commerce platforms.