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[ad_1] Vancouver police examine a black car suspected to be involved at a scene after a vehicle drove into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver (AP news) Multiple people died and several were injured after a vehicle ploughed into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party in Vancouver on Saturday evening, according to local police.The incident occurred around 8 pm (Vancouver time) near East 41st Avenue and Fraser Street. Police have apprehended the driver and indicated they would provide additional details as the investigation proceeds.The Filipino community’s Lapu Lapu Day festival was under way at the time of accident in the South Vancouver neighbourhood.Lapu Lapu Day commemorates a Filipino Indigenous resistance leader who opposed Spanish colonisation in the 16th Century. This second annual street celebration in Vancouver was organised to recognise "the enduring impact on […]

[ad_1] Image credits: SBJ / BACKGRID Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and fiancee Lauren Sanchez were recently seen enjoying the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, California. The 55-year-old former news anchor and the Amazon founder, 61, walked hand in hand through the crowd. For the musical date night, the couple opted to dress in casual festival outfits, complete with cowboy hats. The soon-to-be husband and wife also took a golf cart ride around the festival grounds. For those unaware, Bezos and Sanchez will reportedly tie the knot in June this year in Venice, Italy. Their outing at Stagecoach Music Festival marked their first public appearance since facing criticism over a recent Blue Origin spaceflight. The space mission, which included Katy Perry, Gayle King, and others, has been publicly criticized by several celebrities, including Olivia Munn and Emily Ratajkowski. Despite the controversy, […]

[ad_1] Get ready for a seismic moment in fashion history! As the world counts down to Met Gala 2025, set for May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, an electrifying announcement has just shaken up the global style scene. Shah Rukh Khan, Bollywood’s undisputed King of Hearts, is officially making his first-ever appearance on the iconic Met Gala red carpet. And that’s not all, the superstar will be joining forces with India’s most celebrated designer, Sabyasachi Mukherjee, for a collaboration that’s already being called historic.This year’s Met Gala theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” and its official dress code, “Tailored for You,” promise a night that will celebrate craftsmanship, personal storytelling, and fashion as an art form. With Hollywood A-listers and global tastemakers preparing to bring their best to the red carpet, Shah Rukh’s debut is poised to […]

[ad_1] The masked thief who stole Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s $4,400 Gucci handbag—containing $3,000 cash, her passport, DHS badge, apartment keys, and confidential documents—has been arrested, according to a New York Times report.The theft unfolded on April 20 at The Capital Burger, a restaurant just a mile from the White House, while Noem, 53, was dining with her family for Easter. According to surveillance footage reviewed by law enforcement, the suspect, wearing dark pants, a black jacket with a fur-type collar, a baseball cap, and a surgical mask, entered the restaurant around 7:52 pm, scanned the room, and quickly moved in on Noem’s belongings.Describing the heist, Noem told podcaster Vince Coglianese, "It was kind of shocking, actually, because it was sitting right by my feet. I actually felt my purse — he hooked with his foot and […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, during the 121st episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ paid tribute to the victims of the recent Pahalgam terror attack, condemning the loss of lives and reiterating India’s resolute commitment to fighting terrorism.PM also condoled former Isro scientist Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan who passed away on April 25. He also hailed India's accomplishment in the space sector.Here are the top quotes from PM Modi's 'Mann ki Baat' addressThere is a deep agony in my heart. The April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam has left every citizen heartbroken. Every Indian feels deep sympathy for the families of the victims.Global leaders have called me, written letters, sent messages. Everyone has strongly condemned this heinous terrorist attack. The entire world stands with the 1.4 billion Indians in our fight against terrorism. Once again, […]

[ad_1] Cars24, a leading e-commerce platform for pre-owned vehicles, has laid off nearly 200 employees across various departments as part of a strategic restructuring exercise. The company clarified that the decision was not driven by cost-cutting but aimed at aligning its team and structure with long-term goals. In a blog post titled “A Tough Moment and the Road Ahead,” Cars24 CEO Vikram Chopra described the layoffs as a “specific, intentional reset” rather than the beginning of a broader reduction plan. Chopra explained that some projects and roles introduced prematurely did not meet expectations, while others failed to deliver the desired outcomes. He emphasised the importance of being more strategic and deliberate in team-building and investments moving forward.Cars24 is offering comprehensive support to affected employees, including severance packages, career assistance, mentorship, and access to job openings within its network. The company […]

[ad_1] Several people were killed and multiple others injured after a vehicle drove into a crowd at a street festival in Vancouver on Saturday evening, the police said.The incident occurred just after 8pm (local time) near East 41st Avenue and Fraser Street, where the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party was taking place. Police have stated that the driver is currently in custody.Confirming the incident, City Councillor Rebecca Bligh said that the SUV driver drove into the crowd. "Horrific tragedy at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu Festival: a driver of an SUV has driven into crowds, leaving multiple dead. Our city is in shock. Thinking of the victims, their families, and everyone affected," she said in a post on X.Lapu Lapu Day is one of the largest celebrations in the Philippines, and this was its second year being celebrated in Vancouver.This comes just […]

[ad_1] Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma (File photo) NEW DELHI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has responded strongly to Pakistani politician Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s anti-India statements, declaring that India will "hunt down terror" following the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Responding to Bhutto Zardari's comments after the Pahalgam terrorist attack, Sarma referenced a video clip pointing to Pakistan's violent history, which cost Bilawal his grandfather and mother. "Pakistan has a long and bloody history of betrayal — it claimed the lives of Bilawal Bhutto’s grandfather and mother. It is tragic that an unworthy son today chooses to dishonor their sacrifice. I extend my deepest condolences to him in advance, for the path he has chosen will only bring disgrace," Sarma wrote in a post on X. He added, "Let it be absolutely clear — no one can deter India […]

[ad_1] Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 cricket match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. (PTI) The Mumbai Indians, currently in good form, will aim to extend their winning streak in a crucial mid-table clash against Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League today (April 27). Both teams, sitting fourth and sixth respectively, have accumulated 10 points each, with their standings separated only by net run rate. They each have five wins and four losses from nine matches.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!For the Super Giants, improving their negative net run rate of -0.054 is a priority, especially with hopes that skipper Rishabh Pant can deliver a significant performance. Pant has scored just 106 runs in nine matches this season while struggling to find a stable batting position.Carrying the weight […]