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Rajinikanth is worthy of every bit of praise. Surviving, let alone succeeding, 50 years in the Tamil film industry deserves a celebration. But for what specifically? For acting in around 170 films in different languages, his screen charisma, his politics, his impact on the lives of his fans?Fifty years seems just like yesterday when Rajini’s first film, Apoorva Ragangal (1975), launched him into history — although he was not the hero. He remade himself to suit the needs of others. His name was changed, he learnt a new language, and put on a new persona that was dictated by filmmaker K. Balachander’s…

The Supreme Court Andrew Harnik/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Andrew Harnik/Getty Images The Supreme Court on Thursday overturned by a 5-4 decision a lower court order, deciding at least temporarily that the National Institutes of Health does not need to continue paying out approximately $783 million in research grants to projects that the NIH has since stopped funding. But the court, in its emergency-docket order, also left in place by a 5-4 order a lower court ruling that threw out NIH memos that enforced the administration’s policies. Justice Amy Coney Barrett sided with the court’s conservatives save Chief Justice…

At 10 minutes to 6 p.m, as Vishal TK lined up for the warm-ups, one could hear murmurs from the stands. Since May, he had already clocked four sub-46 seconds over the 400m. Three of those had come this month, including one in the semifinals on Wednesday. On Thursday evening, as he positioned on the blocks at the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships, you could see he was going for the national record held by Kerala’s Muhammed Anas (45.21s) for six years. As Vishal got off the blocks and crossed the finished line, he endured a few anxious moments waiting…

The Trump administration said on Thursday (August 21, 2025) it is reviewing more than 55 million people who have valid U.S. visas for any violations that could lead to deportation, part of a growing crackdown on foreigners who are permitted to be in the United States.In a written answer to a question from The Associated Press, the State Department said all U.S. visa holders, which can include tourists from many countries, are subject to “continuous vetting,” with an eye toward any indication they could be ineligible for permission to enter or stay in the United States.Should such information be found, the visa will be…

TONYA MOSLEY, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. I’m Tonya Mosley. Former labor secretary Robert Reich opens his new memoir with something unusual for a public figure – an apology. An apology on behalf of his generation, the baby boomers, for failing, as he puts it, to build a decent, sustainable and just society. Reich was born in 1946, the same year as presidents Trump, Bush and Clinton, sons of the greatest generation, who came of age in a time of post-war optimism when prosperity and possibility seemed endless. But as Reich tells it, those promises have morphed into widening inequality,…

Grammy-winning singer Lil Nas X ended up in the hospital after a bizarre stunt in Los Angeles went wrong. The rapper behind hits like Old Town Road and Montero (Call Me by Your Name) was reportedly arrested at the same time on Thursday, August 21, 2025, after police responded to calls that he was walking nearly naked in white underwear and cowboy boots along Ventura Boulevard in Studio City. Lil Nas hospitalised and arrested in Los Angeles Montero Lamar Hill, aka Lil Nas X, reportedly charged at police when authorities arrived at the scene around 5:50 a.m. “Upon arrival, the…

A federal judge has ruled that lawyer Alina Habba was unlawfully appointed to the role of acting United States attorney for the District of New JerseyThursday’s decision from District Judge Matthew Brann was a rebuke to the administration of President Donald Trump, who has sought to keep Habba, his former personal lawyer, in the role despite a previous court decision replacing her.“Faced with the question of whether Ms Habba is lawfully performing the functions and duties of the office of the United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey, I conclude that she is not,” Brann wrote.Brann accused the…

Parliament was marked by chaos on Wednesday as Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced three Bills that allow for removal of ministers, chief ministers and the Prime Minister if in jail for 30 days consecutively on corruption charges or other serious offences. The Opposition has called this against federal principles and the very spirit of the Constitution that believes in innocent until proven guilty, and violation of the separation of powers between the Executive and Legislature.Since 2014, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi first came to power, the Opposition has often accused the government of targeting its leaders through Central agencies.…

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Whether you’re heading off on an international adventure or to your local campground, a portable projector can be a fun addition to your packing list. I use projectors everywhere from home to hotel rooms to create a movie theater-like atmosphere when it’s time for a quiet night. Most recently, I brought one to Mexico where I was able to create fun and cozy evenings on a girl’s trip. Portable projectors are usually lightweight and easy to pack in backpacks, totes, and personal items. They can also be set up quickly and allow you to access your favorite streaming site on…