Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos expressed his confusion regarding Apple's streaming strategy, describing it as a 'marketing play.' He also downplayed competition from Amazon Prime Video and criticized Warner Bros. Discovery's rebranding of HBO Max to Max. Sarandos highlighted Netflix's content diversity and investment in personalization as key advantages in the competitive streaming landscape.
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President-elect Trump held a discussion regarding the hostage crisis in Gaza and the situation in Syria. Netanyahu emphasized Israel's commitment to securing the release of hostages and achieving a decisive victory. He also warned Iran and Hezbollah against further actions, highlighting Israel's changing influence in the Middle East amidst the ongoing conflict with Hamas.
Leader of Opposition Atishi and 11 AAP MLAs were suspended from the Delhi Assembly for protesting. They were upset over allegations that the BJP replaced Dr BR Ambedkar's portrait with that of PM Modi in the chief minister's office. Atishi accused the BJP of disrespecting Ambedkar and vowed to continue the protest until the portrait was reinstated.
A police rescue operation in Mauganj, MP turned fatal when a mob lynched both the hostage and an ASI. The incident occurred in Gadra, sparking violence linked to an earlier accident. Despite police efforts to mediate, the hostage was found dead, triggering the attack. Several suspects have been detained following the incident.
Pakistan's early exit from the Champions Trophy led to strong criticism, with ex-captain Shahid Afridi urging a complete overhaul of the team's approach. Afridi pointed out that Pakistan's cricket style is outdated and doesn't align with modern aggressive play, as seen in their losses to New Zealand and India, emphasizing the need for a mindset change.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced that his presidential plane will be used to repatriate Colombian migrants deported from the US. This decision followed US President Donald Trump's imposition of a 25% tariff on Colombian goods and strict sanctions, which compelled Petro to comply. In retaliation, Petro introduced tariffs on US imports, escalating tension between the two nations.
46 civilians, mostly women and children, are reported killed in airstrikes by Pakistani jets in Afghanistan's Paktika province. The strikes targeted alleged TTP camps, with Kabul condemning them as barbaric aggression. Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan are likely to worsen following the incident.
The Charlotte Hornets are set to face the Golden State Warriors with LaMelo Ball expected to play despite recent concerns. Ball leads the team with 26.1 points per game. The Hornets struggle with a 14-45 record and multiple injuries. Key players like Grant Williams and Brandon Miller are out, while the Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga is also sidelined.
Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden has advised Indian bowlers to exploit the Gabba pitch's bounce by targeting the fourth and fifth stump line in the upcoming third Test. He emphasises the need for India's batters to show resilience and bat for extended periods, aiming for a score around 350, even if batting first in challenging conditions.
A Lokpal full bench, led by ex-SC judge A M Khanwilkar, reaffirmed that sitting judges are public servants under the Lokpal Act, contradicting a 1991 SC ruling. The SC had mandated prior CJI consultation before filing criminal cases against judges, emphasizing the need for CJI's advice to maintain judiciary integrity and prevent unnecessary harassment.