Former President Donald Trump invites the Kansas City Chiefs to the White House to celebrate their Super Bowl LIV victory, five years after their win was disrupted by COVID-19. Trump plans to host them following the visit from the Philadelphia Eagles. The potential political and personal dynamics, especially surrounding players like Travis Kelce, add intrigue to the upcoming event.
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Head coach Gautam Gambhir praised Rohit Sharma for prioritizing the team's needs in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where India lost 1-3 to Australia. Rohit, struggling with form, batted in different positions and eventually rested, leading to India losing their hold on the trophy and missing the World Test Championship final.
Six people have been booked under the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act for allegedly assaulting a 17-year-old Dalit boy in Madurai. The victim claims he was beaten, humiliated, and urinated on. The delay in police action has been criticized by an NGO. Authorities state that prompt action was taken, and the investigation is ongoing.
A Sydney District Court jury acquitted former Australia Test cricketer Stuart MacGill of involvement in a significant commercial drug deal but convicted him on a lesser charge tied to drug supply. Despite arranging a meeting, MacGill claimed he was unaware of the cocaine transaction arranged by his supplier and brother-in-law.
Post-pandemic, theatres have struggled with footfalls and only big-budget films have seen success, with many opting to wait for OTT releases due to high ticket prices. Experts suggest reducing ticket prices and exploring differential pricing based on the film's cast to attract more audiences.
Cricket legend EAS Prasanna believes lack of team support led to Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement. Ashwin, India's second-highest Test wicket-taker, retired after the Brisbane Test. Prasanna felt Ashwin's overseas omissions impacted his performance. He compared Ashwin to Nathan Lyon, calling them classical spinners. Prasanna expects Ashwin to excel in coaching and mentoring roles.
In 2010, Apple CEO Steve Jobs revealed that the iPad outsold Macs, marking a significant milestone in just six months. The iPad became the fastest-selling electronics device by October 2010. Despite initial skepticism from Bill Gates, who believed the device lacked innovation, the iPad continues to dominate the global tablet market with a 42% share.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy criticized actor Allu Arjun for attending a Pushpa-2 screening despite police denial, alleging his presence led to a fatal stampede. Reddy highlighted Allu Arjun's roadshow amidst the chaos and contrasted the support he received from film personalities with the lack of empathy for the stampede victim's injured son.
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, opened up about his relationship with Paula Hurd, describing it as a source of happiness. They were first seen together in 2022 and have attended numerous events. Gates also acknowledged regrets from his past marriage to Melinda French Gates, including an affair and his association with Jeffrey Epstein.