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Schizas gets university assignment extension – National
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Schizas gets university assignment extension – National

By Daniel Rainbird The Canadian Press Posted February 8, 2026 10:48 am Updated February 8, 2026 11:27 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size MILAN – Some students say a dog ate their homework, others send in a doctor’s note. Madeline Schizas cited a scheduling conflict called the Olympics — and it worked.The Canadian figure skater and McMaster University student was granted an extension on her sociology assignment one day after going viral with her request on Instagram....
Amar Vishwas: Rajeev Khandelwal prepares for high-stakes courtroom battle
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Amar Vishwas: Rajeev Khandelwal prepares for high-stakes courtroom battle

Amazon MX Player, India’s leading free, premium, ad-supported video streaming service, today unveiled the trailer of its upcoming original series Amar Vishwas, a gripping courtroom drama that dives deep into the intersection of power, crime, and justice. Headlined by Rajeev Khandelwal in the titular role, alongside Ravi Behl, Aamir Ali and Barkha Bisht, the series sets the stage for a high-stakes courtroom battle where truth is elusive and justice comes at a steep price. Amar Vishwas trailer The trailer opens with the brutal murder of an influential film producer Jessu Momin, a case the media is quick to label as ‘open-and-shut’. Suspicion immediately falls on Bahar Chakravarty, a young woman already convicted by public perception. Stepping into the fray is Amar Vishwas, an unconventiona...
2026 Grammy Awards winners list: Bad Bunny takes on ICE, Kendrick Lamar makes history – National
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2026 Grammy Awards winners list: Bad Bunny takes on ICE, Kendrick Lamar makes history – National

Kendrick Lamar made history as the most-awarded hip-hop artist in Grammys history at the 2026 Grammy Awards. The Not Like Us rapper took home the award for best rap album for GNX, bringing his total to 27. He surpassed the previous record held by Jay-Z, who has won 25 Grammys.“Hip-hop is gonna always be right here. We’re gonna be in these suits, we’re gonna be looking good, we’re gonna be having our folks with us, we’re gonna be having our culture with us,” Lamar said while accepting his fourth Grammy of the night. Kendrick Lamar accepts the award for best rap album for ‘GNX’ during the 68th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Los Angeles. AP Photo/Chris Pizzello The TV Off rapper has 27 Grammy career wins of 66...
Young Sherlock trailer: Sherlock gets framed for murder in Guy Ritchie`s series
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Young Sherlock trailer: Sherlock gets framed for murder in Guy Ritchie`s series

The trailer for Prime Video`s series Young Sherlock was unveiled on Thursday.The series stars Hero Fiennes Tiffin (After series) as Sherlock Holmes.Directed by Guy Ritchie, Young Sherlock is touted to be "an irreverent, action-packed mystery that charts the legendary origin story of the world`s greatest detective."           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Prime Video (@primevideo) Official synopsis of the project reads, "When a charismatic, youthfully defiant Sherlock Holmes meets none other than James Moriarty, he finds himself dragged into a murder investigation that threatens his liberty. Sherlock`s first ever case unravels a globe-trotting conspiracy, leading to an explosive showdown that...
Timothy Busfield indicted on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child – National
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Timothy Busfield indicted on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child – National

A grand jury in New Mexico has indicted actor Timothy Busfield on four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child. Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman announced the indictment Friday in a press release.“As with all criminal proceedings, Mr. Busfield is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. This case will proceed through the judicial process and is expected to move forward to trial,” Bregman said. “The case will be prosecuted by the Special Victims Unit of the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office.”Bregman emphasized that “protecting children remains a top priority for his office” and the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office “remains committed to doing everything possible to protect children and ensure justice for victims.”The dev...
Bhumi Pednekkar reacts to Daldal trending globallyl: `Nothing short of a dream
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Bhumi Pednekkar reacts to Daldal trending globallyl: `Nothing short of a dream

Actor Bhumi Pednekkar is reflecting on the positive reception that her latest series Daldal has received from the audience. Taking to her Instagram handle, Bhumi shared a series of pictures from the show, offering fans a glimpse of the BTS moments as the actor prepared for her role as DCP Rita Ferreira.  She penned down her thoughts in the caption and wrote, "This last week with Daldal has been nothing short of a dream. I can`t believe this has happened. I just can`t. It`s been so long since I`ve felt love like this. Am still pinching myself. Thank you. I find myself pausing often, just breathing it all in. The love, the honesty, the way you`ve engaged with this story and Rita." Noting that the show was made with "honesty", she expressed immense gratitude toward her fans. "I knew Daldal ...
Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah over Epstein joke at Grammy Awards – National
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Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah over Epstein joke at Grammy Awards – National

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to sue Grammys host Trevor Noah after he said the host made “false and defamatory” remarks about Trump’s relationship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. After congratulating Billie Eilish for winning song of the year, Noah, 41, brought up Trump, 79, and Epstein, saying, “Wow. That’s a Grammy that every artist wants — almost as much as Trump wants Greenland.”“Which makes sense because since Epstein’s gone, he needs a new island to hang out with Bill Clinton,” Noah added.After the reaction to the joke during the show, which included some uncomfortable “ohs” and murmurs from the crowd, Noah said, “Oh, I told you, it’s my last year. What are you going to do about it?” Story continues below advertisement ...
Aldis Hodge reveals what to expect from season 2 of Cross on Prime Video
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Aldis Hodge reveals what to expect from season 2 of Cross on Prime Video

In a city where power often wears a polished smile and danger lurks beneath the surface, Cross returns with a second season that refuses to play safe. Set against the charged backdrop of Washington DC, the gripping crime drama follows Alex Cross, a brilliant homicide detective and forensic psychologist, as he is pushed deeper into moral grey zones while hunting a ruthless vigilante targeting corrupt billionaire magnates. As the boundaries between justice, revenge, and duty begin to blur, trust becomes fragile, loyalties are tested, and appearances prove deceiving. Ahead of the highly anticipated new season, Aldis Hodge offers insight into the mounting challenges and threats the characters face, as the story peels back layers of power, privilege, and conscience with relentless intensity. A...
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Tate McRae responds to backlash over Team USA Olympics ad

Canadian pop star Tate McRae, 22, is facing backlash over her appearance in an ad promoting Team USA ahead of the upcoming Winter Olympics in Italy. In the ad, the Calgary-born singer is seen asking an owl for directions to Italy, then mentions only Team USA athletes before throwing in a line about the Super Bowl.Following its release, commentators questioned why she would appear in content supporting American athletes over her native country. Story continues below advertisement The Nobody’s Girl singer responded to critics in an Instagram post, sharing a photo of herself as a small child waving a Canadian flag with the caption, “y’all know I’m Canada down.” Tate McRae shared a photo of herself waving a Canadian flag in r...
Hansal Mehta says Anil Kapoor-starrer Family Business is an original
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Hansal Mehta says Anil Kapoor-starrer Family Business is an original

Netflix’s upcoming corporate drama Family Business, announced as part of the Next On Netflix 2026 India slate, has drawn early comparisons with global hits like Succession and Billions. Director and co-creator Hansal Mehta has dismissed the chatter, calling such parallels “lazy comparisons,” and clarifying that a corporate backdrop doesn’t make every story a remake. The series stars Anil Kapoor and Vijay Varma in the lead bringing the talented actors together on screen for the first time.  Hansal Mehta on Family Business being compared with Succession Talking about the comparisons with Succession, Mehta emphasized that Family Business is a wholly original Indian series, rooted in real corporate battles and family dynamics unique to the country’s socio-cultural and economic fabric. While ...