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Netflix’s Atypical Family slips in ratings as a new Korean crime thriller takes the first spot | Web Series
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Netflix’s Atypical Family slips in ratings as a new Korean crime thriller takes the first spot | Web Series

New K-dramas have officially arrived and are taking over the already-running titles. The weekly K-drama ratings are in. On May 25, SBS launched a new crime thriller titled Connection. The show has now taken the lead over all other titles to become the most-watched miniseries across all time slots, even surpassing the reigning black comedy Bitter Sweet Hell. Netflix's Atypical Family slips in ratings as a new Korean crime thriller takes the first spot On the other hand, Jang Ki Yong’s Atypical Family is struggling amid decreasing domestic ratings and has slipped down in Netflix rankings as well. If the show doesn’t pick up in its next chapter, it might drop out from the top 10 non-English categories in global viewership. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India's general...
Cicada Emergence Could Affect People on the Autism Spectrum
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Cicada Emergence Could Affect People on the Autism Spectrum

As more than a trillion cicadas emerge from underground this month, experts warn that people on the autism spectrum or who are sensitive to sound may find the insects’ noise overwhelming.The large co-emergence of cicadas from both a 13-year and 17-year brood this spring is the first of its kind in more than 200 years. The emergence has already begun in some regions, and the cicadas will be visible in several states, including Illinois, Iowa, Georgia, and Tennessee. The emergence is expected to last until June.Read More: An Animated Guide to the Rare 2024 Cicada Co-EmergenceOnce they emerge, male cicadas sing a mating call to attract female cicadas. Because of the insects’ large presence, the continuous and high-pitched buzzing sound can be loud; the Centers for Disease Control and Preventi...
Janhvi Kapoor claims there is a celebrity ration card for paparazzi: ‘Agar aapki price ho to…’ | Bollywood
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Janhvi Kapoor claims there is a celebrity ration card for paparazzi: ‘Agar aapki price ho to…’ | Bollywood

Janhvi Kapoor has gained popularity for both her on-screen as well as off-screen appearances. The actor who has emerged as one of the favourite celebrities among photographers recently made a candid revelation. In an interview with The Lallantop, Janhvi revealed that paparazzi get paid per photo of a star, depending on their popularity. (Also read: Janhvi Kapoor surprises internet with her views on Gandhi, Ambedkar, casteism: ‘Very impressed’. Watch) Janhvi Kapoor has revealed that there is a celebrity ration card for paparazzi.(Photo: Instagram) Janhvi Kapoor says there is a price for celebrity photosJanhvi, when quizzed about her views on paparazzi culture opined, “Like right now, Mr and Mrs Mahi's promotion is going on; they are called to the airport to click my picture. But wh...
5 best moments from The Great Indian Kapil Show with Anil Kapoor, Farah Khan | Web Series
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5 best moments from The Great Indian Kapil Show with Anil Kapoor, Farah Khan | Web Series

The nineth episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show was released on Saturday, May 25. The comedy talk show started in a unique way with Anil Kapoor and Farah Khan arriving as guests while dancing. Farah and Anil spilled-the-beans about film industry during their interaction with Kapil Sharma. A glimpse at five funny moments from the show. (Also read: The Great Indian Kapil Show trailer: Ed Sheeran, Janhvi Kapoor, Sania Mirza revealed as new guests) Farah Khan and Anil Kapoor recently featured in The Great Indian Kapil Show. When Farah Khan got drunk after inviting Ed SheeranKapil, while asking questions to his guests said that he came to know that Farah once refused to recognize Ed Sheeran after inviting him at her house. However, the filmmaker clarified about it and said, “After a ...
Don’t ‘Fry’ Over Memorial Day Weekend, Health Officials Warn
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Don’t ‘Fry’ Over Memorial Day Weekend, Health Officials Warn

Health officials are warning people not to “fry,” but to protect their skin and eyes while enjoying the outdoors this Memorial Day weekend.The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention announced that Friday marks the 16th annual “Don’t Fry Day,” a day meant to encourage people to protect themselves from the sun as the weather starts warming up over the long weekend. Officials warned that too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation can increase the risk of developing skin cancer and cataracts.“Remember to protect your skin and eyes from UV rays before you go outdoors,” EPA Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation Joseph Goffman said in a press release announcing Fry Day. “Don’t Fry Day is a great annual rem...
Fashion news! Must-see Kings Road exhibition and Sienna Miller approved CSM graduates to know
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Fashion news! Must-see Kings Road exhibition and Sienna Miller approved CSM graduates to know

THE EXHIBITION BLURRING THE LINES BETWEEN ART AND FASHION Juergen Teller, Victoria Beckham Legs, bag and shoes, LA 2007 Marc Jacobs Campaign Spring Summer, 2008Head to King’s Road for a heavenly immersion in some of the most iconic fashion images of all time. The 100-strong Beyond Fashion exhibition features jaw-droppers from Victoria Beckham (dumped in a giant Marc Jacobs bag) shot by Juergen Teller to Miles Aldridge’s Noughties works of hyper-colour pop art (left). Alongside this will sit a reflection of Nick Knight’s contribution to moving image in fashion with a visual interpretation of Jean Paul Gaultier’s perfumes. Curated by Nathalie Herschdorfer, it seeks to place fashion photography as an art form far beyond its commercial roots. She says: ‘It is no longer regarded as a frivolous ...
Efforts to Draft a Global Pandemic Treaty Falter
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Efforts to Draft a Global Pandemic Treaty Falter

Geneva — A global treaty to fight pandemics like COVID is going to have to wait: After more than two years of negotiations, rich and poor countries have failed — for now — to come up with a plan for how the world might respond to the next pandemic.After COVID-19 triggered once-unthinkable lockdowns, upended economies and killed millions, leaders at the World Health Organization and worldwide vowed to do better in the future. In 2021, member countries asked the U.N. health agency to oversee negotiations to figure out how the world might better share scarce resources and stop future viruses from spreading globally.On Friday, Roland Driece, co-chair of WHO’s negotiating board for the agreement, acknowledged that countries were unable to come up with a draft. WHO had hoped a final draft treaty...
When Karan Johar revealed why he’s given up on marriage: ‘I’m not being cynical, I’m being practical’ | Bollywood
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When Karan Johar revealed why he’s given up on marriage: ‘I’m not being cynical, I’m being practical’ | Bollywood

Filmmaker Karan Johar turns 52 today. While he's best known for his legacy of romantic dramas, from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai to Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, he also often makes headlines for his love life or the lack of it. In a 2018 interview with Firstpost, Karan opened up on why he has given up on the idea of getting married. (Also Read – Karan Johar's 52nd birthday: Kajol, Farah Khan, Anil Kapoor, others attend bash in Mumbai. See pics) Karan Johar turns 52 today What Karan had saidWhen asked if Karan thinks of getting married now that the law is more receptive, he refused. “They’re too late now. It’s too late. At 46, I can’t be in a relationship. And I’m not being cynical, I’m being practical. I don’t think I can divide my time between a relationship, and my mom and two kids. N...
Magdalena Plaza Seville review: a beautiful stay in one of Europe’s most captivating cities
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Magdalena Plaza Seville review: a beautiful stay in one of Europe’s most captivating cities

Home to bullfighting, flamenco, colourful festivals, and the world’s biggest Gothic cathedral, Seville should be on everyone’s bucket list. Sometimes overlooked for larger cities such as Madrid and Barcelona, Seville may be smaller, but there’s a reason it’s known as the Pearl of Andalusia. Originally the economic centre of the Spanish empire, the fourth-largest city in the country has evolved into a cultural and historical hub, boasting three World Heritage Sites and even claiming to be the birthplace of tapas.Cool and contemporary, the Magdalena Plaza Seville is perfectly positioned in the old town of this vibrant city. The hotel, which runs entirely on renewable energy, may be newer to a city so rich in history, but it is well worth your time. The hotel is located in the city’s Alfalfa ...
Lovely Runner still hasn’t met its match in ‘buzzworthiness’; The 8 Show surges to success on OTT Top 10 rankings | Web Series
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Lovely Runner still hasn’t met its match in ‘buzzworthiness’; The 8 Show surges to success on OTT Top 10 rankings | Web Series

tvN's ongoing time-travel series Lovely Runner's unparalleled boom in popularity needs to be studied! Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon have cast their romantic spell on worldwide audiences in a way that is unlike any other recent K-drama. New episodes of Lovely Runner air every Monday and Tuesday. The series is streaming on Viki.(tvN) Despite running its course as a weekday show, the fantasy series has no plans of slowing down its success train. On the contrary, it has somehow achieved the impossible by making drama viewers fall head over heels for Mondays and Tuesdays. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India's general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! Since the show dethroned tvN's previous success story that knew no bounds - Queen of Tears - ...