Dublin residents can look forward to another season of fun and family-friendly entertainment as the city brings back its popular Picnic Flix outdoor movie series for summer 2025. Beginning June 20, free movies will be shown every Friday night at alternating locations across Dublin. Each event begins at dusk, around 8:30 p.m., but moviegoers are encouraged to arrive earlier to enjoy snacks, games, and activities provi

San Jose officials have canceled this year’s Independence Day fireworks celebration at Almaden Lake Park, marking the first interruption of the popular event in a decade. The decision comes after serious safety concerns were raised following incidents during last year’s celebration, which drew more than 30,000 visitors to the neighborhood. For longtime resident Cathie Bacosa, the cancellation is a relief. Last July 4, she awoke around midnight to a fire raging in her b

The Supreme Court on Thursday strongly reprimanded the Karnataka government over its failure to ensure the release of actor Kamal Haasan's film Thug Life, which was pulled from cinemas amid threats by pro-Kannada groups. The film, originally scheduled to release in the state on June 5, became entangled in controversy after Haasan made a comment suggesting the Kannada language "was born out of Tamil" a statement that enraged several local

Alfred Brendel, the Austrian pianist widely regarded as one of the greatest classical musicians of the 20th century, passed away peacefully at his home in London on Tuesday at the age of 94. His spokesman, Thomas Hull, confirmed the news, stating Brendel died surrounded by loved ones. Known for his intellectual depth and profound interpretations of Beethoven’s works, Brendel's distinguished career spanned more than six decades.

The much-anticipated Alameda County Fair 2025 kicks off Friday in Pleasanton, bringing with it a vibrant mix of entertainment, rides, food, and family-friendly attractions that will run through July 6. The opening night will feature a live concert by the legendary band WAR, followed by a spectacular fireworks and drone show at 9:30 p.m. Drone shows will continue nightly after each concert, excluding July 4. Concerts

A massive crowd of approximately 5,000 people lined the stretch of Dublin Boulevard from Interstate 680 to Dougherty Road on Saturday, participating in the Bay Area’s only No Kings Protest, a global movement sparked by ongoing concerns over immigration enforcement and authoritarian leadership. Organized by Indivisible Tri-Valley, the demonstration was a loud and visual statement against U.S. Immigration and Cus

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Calgary, Canada, to attend the 51st G7 Summit, currently taking place in Kananaskis, Alberta. His visit to Canada follows a diplomatic engagement in Cyprus, where he was hosted by President Nikos Christodoulides. The summit comes at a crucial time as global geopolitical tensions escalate, especially due to ongoing hostilities between Israel and Iran, and the continuing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

  A towering and immersive structure known as the Epic Portal has arrived in downtown Chicago, offering fans a rare and interactive glimpse into Universal Orlando Resort’s newest and most ambitious theme park—Universal Epic Universe. The massive 30-foot replica of the park’s grand gateway now stands at Pioneer Court on North Michigan Avenue, marking the final stop of a four-city promotional tour that’s been building excitement across the country.

President Donald Trump has announced a significant shift in immigration enforcement policy, confirming that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will cease raids targeting undocumented farmworkers. This decision comes as industries such as agriculture and hospitality raise concerns over losing long-time, irreplaceable workers to aggressive enforcement measures. In a public statement, President Trump acknowledged that while the objective of immigration enforcement remains to r

A major accident occurred on the sets of Ram Charan’s production venture, The India House, starring Nikhil Siddhartha, when a water tank burst during the filming of a sea scene near Shamshabad. The sudden flood caused by the tank rupture led to injuries among crew members, including an assistant cameraman who was severely hurt. The incident disrupted the shoot and caused significant damage to the set. Videos of the flooded set show crew members desperate

Aamir Khan has officially dismissed rumors that he plans to retire from acting after his much-anticipated dream project, Mahabharat. The speculation began after a podcast interview where Khan discussed the emotional weight and scale of the epic, prompting many to believe it would be his final cinematic appearance. However, in a recent interaction during the Fan Club segment on Zoom, the actor set the record straight.

Aamir Khan has officially confirmed that he will appear in a cameo role in Rajinikanth’s much-awaited film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Speaking in an interview, Aamir admitted he did not even listen to the script before saying yes to the role. The Bollywood superstar said he instantly agreed when approached, simply because of his admiration for Rajinikanth and his respect for Lokesh’s work. Aamir described working with Rajinikanth as a pe

The Washington Metro is cautiously reintroducing its automatic train operation system after a 15-year pause, but unresolved technical issues continue to complicate a full rollout. Green and Yellow line trains have resumed automated operations without major incidents, yet a troubling pattern of station overruns on the Red Line has Metro officials proceeding with caution. Automatic train operation, known as ATO, was a standard feature of the Metrorail system for more than 30 years b

The revamped FIFA Club World Cup begins this weekend in the United States, featuring 32 top football clubs from around the world. Europe leads with 12 teams, followed by South America’s six, while Asia, Africa, and the CONCACAF region each send four teams. Oceania and the host nation each add one team, completing a truly global lineup. Teams qualify through two main routes: winning their continental championshi

After a 13-year wait, global pop sensation Enrique Iglesias is set to perform live in Mumbai on October 30, 2025, at the iconic MMRDA Grounds, BKC. The Spanish singer, known for chart-toppers like Hero, Bailando, and Tonight (I’m Lovin’ You), will perform in India as part of his latest international tour. The one-night-only concert is expected to draw a massive crowd of over 30,

  A disturbing incident at Newark Liberty International Airport has triggered widespread concern after an Indian student was reportedly handcuffed and deported, prompting a response from both the US Embassy in India and the Indian Consulate in New York. The controversy began after a video posted on social media by Kunal Jain, a non-resident Indian (NRI) and social entrepreneur, went viral. Jain described witnessing a young Indian student in visible distress being

United Airlines is expanding its in-flight entertainment offerings through a new partnership with Spotify, allowing passengers to access curated music playlists, audiobooks, and video podcasts directly from their seatback screens. This new feature, launching this week, brings a fresh digital experience to air travel and represents the first time Spotify's video and audiobook content has been integrated into an airline entertainment system. Passengers flying with United will no

In a disturbing incident that has sparked outrage among the Indian diaspora and social media users, a young Indian student was reportedly handcuffed, pinned to the ground, and deported from Newark Airport in the United States. The incident came to light after a concerned non-resident Indian shared a video on social media capturing the student’s distress. The footage, now widely circulated online, shows the young man crying, restrained with handcuffs, and being treated in a manner many h

In a much-anticipated reunion that has comedy lovers buzzing, Navjot Singh Sidhu is set to return to the stage with Kapil Sharma in season 3 of The Great Indian Kapil Show. Streaming giant Netflix officially announced Sidhu’s comeback on June 9, confirming that both Sidhu and Archana Puran Singh will appear together in the upcoming season. “Ek kursi paaji ke liye please,” read the Netflix I

Akhil Akkineni and Zainab Ravdjee's wedding reception on June 8 in Hyderabad turned into a grand celebrity gathering as top stars from the South Indian film industry came together to celebrate the couple’s union. The reception, hosted by the Akkineni family, saw a glamorous roll call of A-list actors and influential producers, making it one of the most high-profile events in the Telugu film circuit this year.