North America: News
Why Nike is leaving S&P 100 index after 18 years
Nike, the sportswear giant, will be removed from the S&P 100 index on September 21.
India backs UNGA resolution promoting equal-area world maps
India has supported a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution that promotes the use of equal-area world maps.
UNGA adopts new world map, showing bigger Africa; US opposes
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has passed a resolution to adopt a new world map that makes Africa appear larger while reducing the size of North America and Europe.
Tom Holland (30) is the 3rd-highest-grossing actor of all time!
Tom Holland has officially become the third highest-grossing actor of all time, trailing only Zoe Saldana and Scarlett Johansson. This achievement comes as his latest film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, continues to dominate the global box office.
Hyundai plans 100 new models to challenge Toyota, BYD
Hyundai Motor has announced its biggest product push in history, with plans to launch over 100 new and refreshed models.
Hyundai to launch 26 cars in India by 2030
Hyundai is gearing up for a major expansion in India, with 26 products for the market by 2030.
'Spider-Man' continues dominance with $39M; 'Insidious' debuts at $25M
Sony's Marvel film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, has continued its box office dominance by earning $39 million in its fourth weekend.
BTS's V reveals he's been dealing with hearing problems
Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V from the global sensation BTS, has revealed that he is dealing with a hearing problem in one ear.
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' collects $1B in record 6 days!
The latest Marvel-Sony collaboration, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, has achieved a remarkable feat by crossing the $1 billion mark at the global box office within just six days of its release.
'Supergirl' to release on digital soon?
DC's latest superhero film, Supergirl, is reportedly set to make its digital debut on July 28, just a month after its theatrical release.
Indian IT stocks down 50% from peak: Time to buy?
India's top IT companies, including Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys, have seen their market capitalization drop by over 50% from their peak.
'Toy Story 5' becomes America's biggest 2026 debut with $160M
The latest installment in the beloved Pixar franchise, Toy Story 5, is dominating the American box office with a staggering $160 million debut (from 4,425 North American theaters).
Where did horses come from?
A new fossil DNA study has upended the long-held belief that horses were introduced to the Americas by Spanish conquistadors.
Low-budget horrors 'Backrooms,' 'Obsession' beat 'Star Wars' at box office
Two low-budget horror films, Backrooms and Obsession, have taken the North American box office by storm.
'Obsession': 38 seconds of adult content cut for India release
The highly anticipated Hollywood film Obsession is set to hit Indian theaters on Friday.
Air India cuts domestic flights from June
Air India has announced a temporary reduction in its domestic flight operations from June to August 2026.
Arjun Rampal's North America tour begins soon: Dates, venues
Bollywood actor and DJ Arjun Rampal has announced his upcoming musical tour, Rampage, across North America.
Honda India actively seeking partnerships to cut costs, expand operations
Honda Cars India is actively seeking strategic partnerships in the country, as part of its efforts to expand operations and cut costs.
Lamborghini's Revuelto NA63 supercar is a tribute to North America
Lamborghini has unveiled a special edition of its Revuelto supercar, the Revuelto NA63.
Air India cuts international flights amid skyrocketing jet fuel prices
Air India, the Tata-owned airline, has announced major cuts in its international network for three months starting June.
Omega-3 supplements might not be good for your brain
A recent study by researchers at China's Army Medical University has found that taking omega-3 supplements could actually speed up cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease.
Porsche to shut 3 subsidiaries amid falling sales, profit pressures
Porsche has announced the closure of three of its subsidiaries: Cellforce Group, Porsche eBike Performance, and Cetitec.
'Devil Wears Prada 2' set for mammoth $180M opening
The Devil Wears Prada 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2006 hit film, is set to dominate the summer box office with a projected opening of nearly $180 million worldwide.
Nike announces second layoffs in 4 months, 1,400 jobs cut
Nike has announced a fresh wave of layoffs, impacting some 1,400 employees globally. The majority of the cuts will be from its technology department.
'Michael' predicted to mark the biggest debut for musical biopics
The upcoming biopic, Michael, which chronicles the life of pop icon Michael Jackson, is expected to have a strong opening weekend at the US box office.
Iran war impacts global condom supply; prices to rise 20-30%
Karex Berhad, the world's largest condom manufacturer, has announced plans to increase prices by 20-30% and possibly even more due to supply chain disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran war.
'Dhurandhar 2' is now among 2026's biggest films worldwide
Ranveer Singh's action thriller, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, has made a mark at the global box office.
Your Air India flights might become costlier soon
Air India has announced a revision in its fuel surcharge structure for both domestic and international flights.
'Dhurandhar 2' creates box office records in North America, Germany
The spy-action sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, distributed by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, has reportedly crossed a whopping ₹1,622cr ($174.4 million) worldwide by its third weekend.
'Dhurandhar 2' is now North America's highest-grossing Indian film
The spy-action sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge has reportedly crossed ₹1,365cr (approximately $147.8 million) globally within just 11 days of its release. This feat surpasses the lifetime collections of the first part, which earned $141.5 million worldwide.
'Dhurandhar 2': Will preview shows in America get delayed?
Ranveer Singh's upcoming film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar, is reportedly facing some last-minute issues.
Uber, NVIDIA plan robotaxi rollout in 28 cities by 2028
Uber Technologies and NVIDIA have announced a partnership to deploy a fleet of robotaxis on the ride-hailing network.
Air India to operate 36 extra flights to Canada, Europe
Air India has announced the addition of 36 international flights between March 19 and March 28, 2026.
Venus-Jupiter conjunction to light up skies on June 9
A rare planetary conjunction will occur on June 9, 2026, bringing the two brightest planets visible from Earth: Venus and Jupiter, extremely close together.
'Stop the invasion': MAGA activist has meltdown over Hanuman statue
Carlos Turcios, a conservative activist from Texas, has sparked controversy with his comments on the 90-foot Lord Hanuman statue at the Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple in Sugar Land.
Global economy to grow at 3.3% in 2026: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a resilient global economic growth of 3.3% in 2026 and 3.2% in 2027.
In 33 days, 'Dhurandhar' becomes the biggest Hindi grosser ever!
Aditya Dhar's spy-action thriller Dhurandhar has set a new record by becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time.
'Dhurandhar' nears ₹800cr at home; crosses ₹1,220cr globally
Outperforming all competitions, namely Ikkis and Avatar: Fire and Ash, Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's Dhurandhar has crossed the ₹1,220 crore mark globally.
Wolf Supermoon rises this week: When, how to watch
The first full Moon of 2026, popularly known as the Wolf Supermoon, will grace the night sky on January 3.
Coforge may acquire Encora for $2B: Deal details
Coforge Ltd is reportedly in talks to acquire Encora, a leading digital engineering firm, for an estimated $2 billion.
'Dhurandhar' crosses ₹900cr globally; sets new record for 3rd week
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has become the first Indian release of 2025 to cross the ₹900 crore mark worldwide. The movie has shown remarkable consistency at the box office, even in its third week of release.
How to track Santa Claus's journey this Christmas Eve?
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is gearing up for its annual mission of tracking Santa Claus on Christmas Eve.
Epstein accuser Virginia's memoir sells 1M copies in 2 months
Virginia Roberts Giuffre's posthumous memoir, Nobody's Girl, has sold over one million copies worldwide within two months of its release.
Nordic walking: What's this global trend from Finland
Nordic walking, a popular fitness activity, is gaining traction in Finland. This low-impact exercise, which involves walking with specially designed poles, provides a full-body workout.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' crosses ₹100cr in 3 days!
Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has taken the box office by storm. The espionage thriller, directed by Aditya Dhar, saw its gross and net collection cross the ₹100 crore mark in just three days.
'Kantara: Chapter 1' faces last-minute glitches in North America
The North American release of Kantara: Chapter 1, starring Rishab Shetty, is facing last-minute glitches.
'OG' faces major hiccup in North America: Everything we know
The highly anticipated Telugu film OG, starring Pawan Kalyan, is facing a major hiccup with delayed content delivery.
Pawan Kalyan's 'OG' faces legal consequences after missing US release
Pawan Kalyan's much-anticipated film, They Call Him OG (or OG), has been hit by a major setback.