The wedding was a close-knit celebration attended by a few loved ones, including actress Ashley Benson and her husband Brandon Davis. The couple exchanged vows in a heartfelt ceremony that saw Kristen donning a stylish two-piece outfit, while Dylan wore a sheer white top with a matching skirt. Photos from the event showed the couple beaming with joy as Kristen placed a wedding ring on Dylan’s finger.

A love story years in the making

Kristen and Dylan’s love story began when they met on a film set but truly blossomed after a chance reconnection at a mutual friend’s birthday party. They sparked dating rumours in 2019 and made their relationship Instagram official later that year. The couple got engaged in 2021 and had recently obtained their marriage license just a week before the ceremony.

Dylan Meyer is a screenwriter and the daughter of Oscar-nominated filmmaker Nicholas Meyer. She and Kristen have collaborated professionally as well, co-writing the upcoming stoner comedy The Wrong Girls.

Stewart was last seen in the indie comedy Sacramento, alongside Michael Cera, Michael Angarano, and Maya Erskine. She is currently working on The Wrong Girls, which also stars Seth Rogen, Alia Shawkat, and LaKeith Stanfield. The film marks another creative milestone for Stewart, further cementing her transition from teen vampire fame to seasoned actor-writer.

Fans and well-wishers have taken to social media to congratulate the newlyweds, celebrating their journey from Hollywood acquaintances to life partners.

The movie, which sees Auli’i Cravalho and Moana 2 has garnered 27.3 million views within its first five days of release on Disney+, making it the third most successful Disney Animation theatrical film on the platform.

The movie, which sees Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson reprising their roles as Moana and Maui, respectively, marked the largest Disney Animation premiere since Encanto.

The original Moana, with 1.4 billion hours streamed, remains the most-watched film on Disney+ since the platform launched in 2019.

Initially planned as a Disney+ series, Moana 2 was released in theaters on November 28 and went on to gross over $1 billion globally.

Directed by Dana Ledoux Miller, David G. Derrick Jr., and Jason Hand, the sequel features music by Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, taking over from Lin-Manuel Miranda, who composed the songs for the first film.

The cast also includes Nicole Scherzinger, Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda, Rose Matafeo, Temuera Morrison, David Fane, and Hualālai Chung.

Dwayne Johnson reprising their roles as Moana and Maui, respectively, marked the largest Disney Animation premiere since Encanto.

The original Moana, with 1.4 billion hours streamed, remains the most-watched film on Disney+ since the platform launched in 2019. Initially planned as a Disney+ series, Moana 2 was released in theaters on November 28 and went on to gross over $1 billion globally.

Directed by Dana Ledoux Miller, David G. Derrick Jr., and Jason Hand, the sequel features music by Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, taking over from Lin-Manuel Miranda, who composed the songs for the first film.

The cast also includes Nicole Scherzinger, Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda, Rose Matafeo, Temuera Morrison, David Fane, and Hualālai Chung.

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“While I am immensely grateful for this honour, alas, in view of the unfortunate continuing genocide in Gaza, I am not able to accept the award and the prize money even from an ogranisation that is independent of the government,” she said in a letter to organisation.

The Wolf Prize has been awarded annually in Israel since 1978, recognising individuals in various fields, including architecture, for their significant contributions to humanity. The prize is intended to foster “friendly relations among people” through the acknowledgment of outstanding achievements.

In her correspondence with the Wolf Foundation, Lari conveyed her appreciation for the recognition. Butt she emphasised that accepting the award was “out of the question” given the dire circumstances unfolding in Gaza.

Lari is Pakistan’s first female architect, according to a AFP story. She turned her back on a career filled with multimillion-dollar developments in Karachi to create groundbreaking flood-resistant bamboo homes. The initial pilot settlements she has constructed have been successful in protecting families from the devastating monsoon floods that submerged a third of Pakistan last year.

Trained in the UK, Lari is known for her architectural contributions to Karachi, including significant brutalist structures like the Pakistan State Oil headquarters and various upscale residences.

Her innovative approach to leveraging architecture for social impact has earned her recognition from the Royal Institute of British Architects, which awarded her the prestigious 2023 Royal Gold Medal.

“All violence is unacceptable to me on any side of a conflict and I’ve spent much of my life helping refugees, albeit climate migrants, and Gaza is unfortunately now one of the worst situations in terms of displacement,” she said.

Jenefer Brown, a Lionsgate executive, discussed the continuation of the franchise, stating that the “world continues to grow” with potential spin-offs, a TV series, and a video game.

Brown mentioned, “We are developing a fifth John Wick film… [John Wick] may be [dead]. We are all on bated breath waiting to find out.”

The upcoming spin-off film, Ballerina, starring Ana de Armas, is set between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4, which raises the possibility of Reeves reprising his role.

But the fourth installment of the movie concluded with little indication of Wick’s survival. Reeves recently stated, “The character’s dead. He died in John Wick: Chapter 4,” adding that there were “no plans” for his return.

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Producer Basil Iwanyk noted the physical toll of the films on Reeves, stating, “By the end, he’s always like, ‘I can’t do this again,’ and we agree with him.”

In a December 2024 interview, Reeves expressed uncertainty about returning, citing the demanding nature of the stunt work. “You can never say never but my knees right now are saying, ‘You can’t do another John Wick,’” he said.

In addition to his involvement in Ballerina, Reeves voiced the character Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3. His upcoming projects include Aziz Ansari’s Good Fortune, where he plays a guardian angel.

The UAE ‘golden visa’ is granted to investors, entrepreneurs, and highly skilled professionals in fields such as technology, medicine, and arts, said a press release.

“Emma’s award stands out as she receives this honour based on her remarkable accomplishments in the intellectual field of memory sports and Super Learning.”

The UAE ‘golden visa’ is a long-term residency visa introduced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in 2019. It allows recipients to live and work in the country for up to 10 years.

“As the World Memory Champion, World Speed Reading Champion, and World Mind Mapping Champion, Emma’s recognition highlights the global importance of intellectual achievements.”

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Emma is also a member of Pakistan’s Prime Minister’s National Youth Council, where she represents the country’s youth and contributes to shaping policies that benefit young people.

She has expressed her gratitude for receiving the UAE Golden Visa, She has further said that “I’m truly honored to be recognised for my achievements in memory and super learning.”

The couple has not shared any updates on social media, but Rauf’s fellow cricketers, Shaheen Afridi and Shadab Kha,n took to social media to congratulate him

The left-arm pacer confirmed the news on Instagram, extending heartfelt wishes to Rauf and his family.

He expressed hopes for “endless happiness and blessings for the newborn.” Shadab also conveyed his regards, “wishing health and prosperity for the little one and the family.”

The couple, who married in December 2022, has enjoyed a relatively private life, and the birth of their son marks a new chapter for them.

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Haris Rauf, who gained prominence through his performances in the Pakistan Super League and the Big Bash League, has established himself as a key player for Pakistan.

Mahvash took to her Instagram profile, captioning, “Kaha tha na jita ke aungi [I told you that I will make Indian team’s win possible]. I am a good omen for team India!”

This was not the first occasion the pair had been seen together. In December of the previous year, Mahvash posted a photo with Chahal, fueling dating speculation about them.

After her Instagram post with Chahal that ignited dating rumours, Mahvash publicly dismissed the speculation as “baseless.” She called on fans to respect her privacy and avoid spreading false information.

In response, Chahal also urged fans not to engage in such rumours, noting the distress it has caused his family.

Mahvash is a well-known radio jockey who began her career at Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM. She is recognised for creating witty and relatable content on YouTube.

Last month, Chahal’s lawyer, Nitin K Gupta, confirmed that a divorce had been filed. In an official statement to Hindustan Times, he stated, “Mr. Chahal has reached a settlement to obtain a Divorce by Mutual Consent with Mrs. Verma. A petition for this divorce was submitted to the Hon’ble Family Court in Bandra. The case is currently under judicial consideration.”

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Dhanashree’s family has dismissed rumours claiming she sought 60 crore Indian rupees in alimony.

“We are outraged by these baseless claims. No such amount has been asked for or offered. These rumours are untrue and irresponsible, causing unnecessary speculation and harm. We urge the media to fact-check and respect everyone’s privacy,” the family said in a statement.

The decision was made three days after India confirmed that Modi had obtained citizenship in Vanuatu, an archipelago of over 80 islands in the Pacific Ocean.

Modi, who is the former chief of the Indian Premier League, is wanted for allegedly manipulating bids during his time leading the world’s richest cricket tournament.

He has consistently denied the accusations against him, having lived in the UK since 2010.

On Friday, Indian foreign ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal informed reporters that Modi had submitted a request to relinquish his Indian passport in London.

“We are also given to understand that he has acquired citizenship of Vanuatu. We continue to pursue the case against him as required under law,” Jaiswal said.

The announcement of Modi acquiring Vanuatu citizenship made waves in India, where he was previously a prominent figure in the glamorous, lucrative IPL tournament.

He was a familiar sight in social circles, mingling with Bollywood celebrities and the country’s elite.

“None of those legitimate reasons include attempting to avoid extradition, which the recent facts brought to light clearly indicate was Modi’s intention,” a media release quoted the Vanuatu PM.

He stated that the background checks and Interpol screenings carried out during Modi’s passport application revealed no criminal convictions.

But he noted that over the last 24 hours, he learned that Interpol had twice declined India’s requests to issue an alert notice regarding Modi due to insufficient “substantive judicial evidence.”

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The release further mentioned, “Any such alert would have led to an automatic denial of Modi’s citizenship application.”

The day before, Modi posted on X stating that there were no pending cases against him in any Indian court and accused the media of spreading “fake news” about him.

Vanuatu does not have an extradition treaty with India. Extradition treaties allow repatriation of people accused of crimes between countries.

In a recent Instagram video, the actress explained that subscribers will get “the best quality hair sounds.”

On her podcast Before We Break Up Again, the actress stated that the account will not cross “into explicit territory,” but is a “fetish.”

“I am launching an OnlyFans, it’s not a sexual one,” she added.

On her OnlyFans profile, she referred to herself as a “former Harry Potter actress, writer, doodler, and now a Long Hair Specialist on OnlyFans.” She assured followers of “niche hair content” with “owl drops almost every day.”

Cave promised fans “the highest quality hair sounds,” stating, “You have to experience the brushing.”

Although she acknowledged she can’t afford a proper microphone at the moment, she aims to provide plenty of “swishing” and other hair-centric content on the platform.

“One year. I’ll try for one year,” she wrote on her Substack, according to Variety. “My aim? To get the house safe, cover the arsenic/lead wallpaper, build a new roof etc. My aim? To get out of debt.”

She expressed that her goal goes beyond financial gain; it’s about empowerment and proving to those who have misjudged her that she isn’t as sweet as they thought.

Moreover, Cave humorously referred to her years at Harry Potter conventions as “research” for this new chapter, noting that it feels a bit rebellious and like she’s breaking away from the expectations of being a “good little actress.”

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The actress first appeared as Lavender Brown in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) and reprised her role in the last two Deathly Hallows films. Outside of the Harry Potter franchise, she was featured in Great Expectations, Black Mirror, and Industry.

She has also lent her voice to the character of Lavender in two Harry Potter video games.

Several content creators and adult film stars have generated huge amounts of money from the London based internet content subscription service.

In October 2024, internet influencer Corinna Kopf announced her retirement from OnlyFans after earning a whopping price of $67 million in three successful years on the platform.

While speaking to the media on the green carpet of the IIFA Digital Awards, Shahid downplayed the significance of their exchange, stating, “For us, it’s nothing new, we meet frequently, and it’s totally normal for us. If people felt nice about it, that’s great.”

He emphasised that there’s no awkwardness between them.

It was not their first public encounter since their breakup in 2007. Last year at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards, Kareena walked past Shahid without acknowledgment, though he maintained a friendly demeanour.

They were also seen at a press briefing after the trailer launch of Udta Punjab. They did not share the screen space in the movie, but they played key roles.

The pair, who starred in films like Fida (2004), Jab We Met (2007), and Chup Chup Ke (2006), have had their relationship extensively covered by the media.

After their split, Kareena married Saif Ali Khan in 2012 and has two children while Shahid wed Mira Rajput in 2015 and also has two children.

Fans noted the comfortable nature of their recent interaction, with comments online reflecting on their journey from past tensions to a more cordial relationship.

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The reunion at IIFA 2025 sparked conversations about their iconic roles as Geet and Aditya in Jab We Met, a film that remains a significant highlight in their careers.

“Ramazan is about restraint — eating less and avoiding excess. I never overeat at Sehri; I used to have parathas with desi ghee, then switched to plain roti, and now I eat brown bread. My role as the stammerer in ‘Na Maloom Afraad’ was unique and challenging, and I enjoyed it a lot.”

During his special appearance on the “Baran-e-Rehmat” Ramazan transmission, Javed Sheikh shared insights into his routine, emphasising moderation.

“Your Iftar table should not be overloaded with food — help others instead. I keep my Iftar light, drink tea, and eat fruit “chaat” instead of a full dinner. This keeps me fit.”

When asked about his favourite films, he said, “I have done many movies, but Syed Noor’s ‘Jeeva’ holds a special place in my heart. I played a Pashtun character, which I thoroughly enjoyed. Similarly, my villainous role in the Bollywood film ‘Jannat’ is also very close to me.”

A subtle revenge

Recalling an incident during the shooting of “Jannat” in South Africa, Javed Sheikh revealed, “When I first met Emraan Hashmi, he shook hands with me but turned his face away in a careless manner. That upset me. Later, the film crew suggested I go to him for rehearsals, but I refused. Instead, I made him come to me — and that’s how I took my revenge in style.”

From setbacks to stardom

The veteran actor reflected on the highs and lows of his career. “Life is full of ups and downs, but we must face hardships bravely. Never lose hope in difficult times — trust in Allah and move forward.”

He recalled a time when people in Lahore had written him off.

“They said Javed Sheikh is finished, his era is over, and he should return to Karachi. But instead of resorting to bad habits or despair, I faced the challenges head-on. I even had to sell my car and take lifts to Evernew Studios. But Allah’s blessings brought me back to success.”

Rogelio “Roger” Nores, speaking to Reuters on Friday alongside his lawyer, described Payne’s October fall from a Buenos Aires hotel balcony as “bad luck” and a “tragedy.”

Nores and two employees at the hotel where Payne died were cleared by a court in February of any wrongdoing.

Two other people remain detained awaiting trial over accusations they plied the 31-year-old Payne with cocaine during his stay in Buenos Aires.

“As a friend, you see them having a drugs problem and you do what you can but at the end of the day it’s their decision,” said Nores. “You start seeing a chain of events and it was just bad luck, it happened in a way that ended in tragedy.”

Payne was known for his stint in one of the most popular boy bands of all time, One Direction, created by Simon Cowell from contestants on the UK version of TV show The X Factor in 2010.

Payne met Nores, a businessman, in 2020, later visiting him at his home in Palm Beach, Florida, according to Nores, a dual US-Argentina citizen.

“The last six months of his life we were together every single day, all the time, along with our girlfriends at that time,” Nores said. Nores had last seen Payne that afternoon in the hotel, said his lawyer.

Argentine prosecutors had argued that Nores’ closeness with Payne, and his alleged role as the singer’s manager – a role Nores and his lawyer denied – made him responsible in his death.

Prosecutors said Payne’s autopsy showed at the time of his death he had “large quantities” of cocaine and alcohol in his system.

Nores’ lawyer, Rafael Cuneo Libarona, said that Nores had sent Payne’s family an email the month of his death recommending he be sent to a rehabilitation facility.

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“It’s hard for someone famous to say no to drugs,” Cuneo Libarona said. “Cocaine, ‘tusi’ (pink cocaine), crack, heroin are all drugs that are really accessible to famous people and there are so many dealers.”

“So let’s not look for who’s guilty, it’s the drugs that are at fault,” he said.

Despite being cleared by the court, fans are still upset with him, said Nores.

“When someone you grew up with, with their voice, their songs, and all of a sudden they’re gone, it’s hard to deal with,” Nores said. “They’re trying to find an explanation.”

Known for her travel and lifestyle content, she posted an 11-second video on Instagram and TikTok on March 5, showcasing a note she received while traveling.

In the clip, Bohrer, who boasts one million followers on TikTok and 397,000 on Instagram, explains, “I’m sitting at the airport, and a pilot just placed this on my table and walked away.” The video features a brown paper napkin resting beside a bottle of water.

The handwritten message on the napkin read, “I have seen the whole world, and you are the most beautiful human in it.”

Bohrer, with nearly 780,000 YouTube subscribers, shared a heartwarming video on TikTok featuring Taylor Swift’s “Enchanted” in the background. In the clip, she reveals a note she received from a pilot at the airport, stating, “I didn’t even see his face.”

As of Thursday, March 6, the video had gone viral, garnering 11.4 million views and 1.7 million likes. Bohrer, who resides in Charleston, South Carolina, also uploaded the video to Instagram, captioning it, “So kind.”

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The clip elicited a range of responses online. One commenter, identifying as a former flight attendant, cautioned, “You can be sure he’s doing that at every airport and probably has someone waiting for him to come home.” In contrast, another urged Bohrer to “marry him,” while a third remarked, “It’s called a meet cute for a reason, ok.”

“I’ve attended every Puff party, including every White Party since 2009,” the model revealed to the NFL Hall of Famer, emphasising her intent to be “very, very transparent” about her experiences.

Diddy is incarcerated after being arrested in September 2024 on charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. He has repeatedly sought bail but has been denied each time, with his trial scheduled to begin in May 2025.

She clarified that if any inappropriate behaviour was occurring, it happened on different days than the parties she attended, asserting, “Every time I was there, Puff was there the whole time.”

Rose stated that she was never approached by Diddy’s assistants about engaging in any sexual activities or asked about her sexual preferences.

While she acknowledged the circulating rumours regarding drugs and baby oil at such events, she noted that she could not confirm them as facts. Furthermore, she clarified that her interactions with the controversial mogul were strictly limited to attending his parties; they never socialised one-on-one or communicated through phone calls.

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Rose has expressed her thoughts on the allegations surrounding Diddy, emphasizing that while she was unaware of the alleged “freak offs,” she does not dismiss the experiences of any victims. She also stated her belief that Diddy was an “abuser, referencing a 2016 video showing him assaulting Cassie at a Los Angeles hotel.”

She recounted being present during an altercation involving Diddy’s sons and Ray J, where she acted as a peacemaker due to her relationships with everyone involved.

She noted that Diddy’s sons were understandably upset with Ray J for his negative comments about their father. “I’ve never seen anything like that in my life; that’s a new one for me,” she said in an interview with ‘The Art Of Dialogue’ in June 2024. “I don’t know what kind of demon you are, but somebody needs to perform an exorcism fast.”

The royal family released inspiring photographs to commemorate International Women’s Day, featuring Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, and Duchess Sophie, on March 8.

Notably absent from this tribute was the Princess of Wales, leading to speculation given her recent absence from several royal events alongside Queen Camilla.

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The situation is further complicated by ongoing discussions about her alleged private meeting with Prince Harry.

His family made the decision to take him off life support on March 4 after he had been in critical condition since the incident on January 31 in Colorado.

Cross, who had amassed a following of half a million fans on his channel, was involved in a high-speed collision while stopped at a traffic light, which required emergency brain surgery to manage bleeding in his brain.

Despite medical interventions, his family reported that his chances of recovery were slim, leading them to conclude that continuing life support was not what Andrew would have wanted.

In a tribute on CaringBridge, his sister Jenna Spooner described his passing as “peaceful, surrounded by love and light.”

Fans have flooded social media with tributes, celebrating his adventurous spirit and his appreciation for Native American culture and history.

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A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $482,000 to support his wife, Evelyn, who remained by his side throughout his ordeal.

Dania and her husband, Hakeem Shehzad Lohar, were trending on social media after clips of the accident surfaced.

Reports said that the biker’s wife was also injured.

Shehzad claimed that the motorcyclist was speeding and driving in the wrong direction when the crash occurred. He was in the passenger seat at the time, and he reported losing consciousness due to a head injury. Dania escaped unharmed, though their vehicle “suffered extensive damage.”

Shehzad has denied any allegations of driving under the influence and assured that he would provide financial support to the victim’s family.

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“Seth khila raha hai tumhein kia? The wealthy are serving, what’s your problem?” he said while appearing on Aaj News’s Ramazan transmission Baran-e-Rehmat on Tuesday.

The businessman, who joined the Sehri transmission of the news channel, said this while responding to a question about serving high-quality meals in the holy month.

“It is unjust to enjoy meals in five-star hotels while only providing basic food to the lower middle class.”

The initiative empowers individuals by providing them with rickshaws and bikes, enabling them to earn a livelihood independently, Sheikhan added.

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The American entrepreneur praised Abbas’s dedication, noting that he felt his “contributions are only a fraction of the JDC’s Abbas efforts.” He stressed the importance of specialised training, particularly in fields like IT, to improve job opportunities.

The JDC Foundation’s core mission, Sheikhani explained, is to promote self-sufficiency within the community, allowing people to earn their living rather than relying on food aid. He addressed concerns about creating dependency, stating, “I will teach them to earn, but first, I will feed them.”

In his opening monologue, host Conan O’Brien, acting as the fashion police, emphasised the importance of proper attire for the star-studded event.

O’Brien humorously targeted a member of the audience for their casual look, turning his attention to Sandler, who was dressed in basketball shorts and a vibrant blue hoodie.

“You’re dressed well, Adam,” O’Brien quipped sarcastically. When pressed further about his outfit, Sandler responded with a playful, exaggerated tantrum reminiscent of his many comedic roles, adding a light-hearted moment to the ceremony.

Sandler defended his casual attire after host O’Brien made a light-hearted jab at his outfit.

“Nobody even thought about what I was wearing ’til you brought it up!” Sandler said. O’Brien humorously remarked that Sandler looked like “a guy playing video poker at 2am,” which many felt was an accurate description of his basketball shorts and hoodie.

Despite the host’s light teasing, the actor was not amused. “You know what, Conan?! I like the way I look,” he said. “I don’t care about what I wear! Goodbye, my snazzy gym shorts and fluffy sweatshirt that offend you so much that you had to mock me in front of my peers!”

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As O’Brien tried to apologise, Sandler, clearly agitated, stood up and appeared ready to leave the stage, making for a memorable moment at the awards ceremony.

Before leaving the 2025 Academy Awards, Sandler made a memorable stop to greet actor Timothée Chalamet.

“CHALAMEEEEET!” Sandler shouted excitedly as he embraced the star of Dune.

“I am simply trying to assist in meeting the necessary needs,” he said while appearing on Aaj News’s Ramazan transmission Baran-e-Rehmat on Tuesday.

The businessman, who joined the Sehri transmission of the news channel, underscored the importance of collaboration in achieving “meaningful change.”

He said: “The idea for the scheme arose from the pressing issue of unemployment in the country.”

Under the scheme, Sheikhani said that his team, with the JDC Foundation’s support, would provide motorcycles for delivery services, distribute Android phones to people to access online job platforms, and offer rickshaws as a means of sustainable income.

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He highlighted efforts in the IT sector to equip youth with digital skills and create more opportunities in scientific and technical fields.

He stressed the need for a programme that not only offers temporary relief but also empowers people to earn stable incomes.

Berry, who was set to present at the ceremony, spotted Brody, the star of The Brutalist and a best actor nominee, and took the opportunity to playfully repay him for their now-famous kiss from over two decades ago.

“That was one hell of a night for him, and for me as well. To be a part of his moment… tonight I had to pay him back,” Berry told Variety.

“I’ve seen him out at parties, but this is the first time since that night that I’ve seen him on the red carpet. He’s nominated this year. He deserved that.”

Berry and Brody first made headlines at the 2003 Oscars when Berry presented Brody with the best actor award for his role in The Pianist.

In his acceptance speech, Brody embraced Berry and kissed her, joking, “I bet they didn’t tell you that was in the gift bag.” The unexpected kiss and Berry’s shocked reaction captured significant media attention, but Brody recently reflected on the moment in a Variety cover story.

“We live in a very conscious time, which is a wonderful thing,” Brody stated. “Nothing that I ever do or have done or would’ve done is ever done with the intention of making anyone feel bad.”

Berry, who seems to have put any past tensions aside, congratulated Brody on his recent Golden Globe win for The Brutalist. She commented on his Instagram post, saying, “Congratulations my friend. You are truly one of one!”

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Brody went on to win the second best actor Oscar of his career for his searing portrayal of a Hungarian architect who emigrates to America after World War II in The Brutalist.

He won in 2003 for Roman Polanski’s The Pianist, becoming the youngest man ever to triumph in the category at age 29.

The Brutalist tells the story of a Hungarian immigrant who escapes the atrocities of World War II to start anew in the United States.

“Brat”, which inspired fans to film themselves dancing to its tracks and whose lime green cover look was adopted by US presidential hopeful Kamala Harris’ campaign on social media after the singer referenced her in a post, won the coveted album of the year category.

Charli XCX, who had led nominations, was also named artist of the year and best dance act. Her single “Guess”, featuring Billie Eilish, won song of the year beating tracks including the Beatles’ “Now and Then”.

The 32-year-old pop star had won her first BRIT, songwriter of the year, earlier this week.

“I’ve always felt like an outsider in the industry but particularly in the British music industry and so it feels really nice to be recognised on this album,” she said as she received the album of the year award.

“I would just like to share this with all artists who have ever felt that they need to compromise to be recognised and to have their moment in the sun because I think I’m living proof that maybe it takes a long time, but… you don’t need to compromise your vision.”

The singer released her debut studio album in 2013. “Brat” was her sixth and she said she would “probably never make a record like this again”.

“It’s so in my instinct to just like not do the same thing twice… I will probably reject it completely and do something completely different,” she said.

Jazz quintet Ezra Collective was named group of the year.

“This moment right here is because of the great youth clubs and great teachers and the great schools that support young people playing music,” drummer Femi Koleoso said in one of several of the night’s acceptance speeches that called for more support for young musicians and grassroots venues.

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US singer Chappell Roan won international artist of the year while her track “Good Luck, Babe!” won international song of the year.

“Espresso” singer Sabrina Carpenter was named as the first international recipient of the global success award, which recognises artists with “phenomenal global sales”, following in the footsteps of One Direction, Adele, Ed Sheeran and Sam Smith.

The ceremony also featured a tribute dedicated to late One Direction singer Liam Payne, who died in October after falling from a third-floor hotel room balcony in Buenos Aires, shocking fans of the boy band, one of the most popular of all time.

He was scheduled to present an award at the event on March 3 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

The media outlet confirmed Ford’s absence through his representative while Entertainment Weekly reported that the Star Wars star fell ill on February 28 and officially withdrew from the 2025 Oscars on March 1.

“Shingles is a painful rash illness. People get shingles when the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), which causes chickenpox, reactivates in their bodies after they have already had chickenpox,” the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.

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Other presenters at the 2025 Oscars will include Dave Bautista, Gal Gadot, Andrew Garfield, Samuel L Jackson, Margaret Qualley, Alba Rohrwacher, Zoe Saldaña, and Rachel Zegler. They will join previously announced presenters such as Selena Gomez, Oprah Winfrey, Joe Alwyn, Ana de Armas, Halle Berry, Scarlett Johansson, Bowen Yang, Lily-Rose Depp, and Sterling K. Brown.

This year’s Academy Awards will be hosted by Conan O’Brien.

The actor and politician announced the resolution on her Instagram story, expressing gratitude for Akhtar’s kindness during the mediation process.

“Today, Javed Ji and I have resolved our legal matter (defamation case) through mediation. He has been very gracious and has also agreed to write songs for my upcoming directorial project,” she said in her post, accompanied by a photo of the two.

The legal battle began in 2020 when Akhtar filed a defamation suit against Ranaut, accusing her of making harmful statements about him during an interview following the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

In a recent interview, Ranaut recounted a tense encounter with Akhtar, where he allegedly warned her about the consequences of not apologising to Rakesh Roshan and his family.

She claimed Akhtar told her that failing to do so could lead to severe repercussions, including jail time and even thoughts of suicide. “He shouted and yelled at me. I was shaking in his house,” Ranaut recalled.

After that encounter, Akhtar filed a defamation lawsuit against Ranaut, insisting that her statements during the interview were “false.” He clarified in court, “Whatever Kangana said is a lie. I only informed her about the agenda of our meeting; I didn’t call her to talk about trivial matters.”

In response, Ranaut also lodged a complaint against Akhtar, accusing him of extortion and violating her privacy. The legal battle concluded on Saturday, with both parties agreeing to settle their disputes out of court.

The royal couple spent their day engaging with local Muslim communities in preparation for Ramazan, which is expected to start on February 28. The restaurant is owned by British restaurateur Asma Khan.

In the restaurant, Khan helped the King and Queen pack dates to be distributed to local hospitals.

The couple’s efforts were met with admiration, with Khan commenting on the King’s speed in packing the dates. “I didn’t realise the King would be so fast!” she said, prompting laughter from those present.

Later, they joined Khan and her head chef, Asha Pradhan, in the kitchen, where they prepared boxes of biryani for the charity Doorstep, which assists families in securing permanent housing.

Queen Camilla playfully reminded King Charles to focus on their task after he became distracted.

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The visit also included a meeting with members of London’s Syrian community at Imad’s Syrian Kitchen, where the King expressed his sympathies and demonstrated his knowledge of Syrian cuisine and culture, leaving the restaurant’s owner, Imad Eddin al Arnab, visibly moved.

Al Arnab praised the King’s support, highlighting its significance to the Syrian community in the UK.

Taking to X recently, Rain shared a screenshot of her earnings statement, stating, “Halfway to $100m.”

In a December interview with PEOPLE, Rain discussed her success as an social media content creator, highlighting the significant income it has generated for her. Alongside her subscription-based content, she also receives tips from viewers.

Rain mentioned that her biggest supporter is a man named Charles, who has contributed nearly $5 million to her earnings between November 2023 and November 2024.

She claimed that she doesn’t know the person personally but communicates with frequently. Although she avoids asking about his age, she acknowledges that he is only slightly older than her.

“I try not to ask just for my own sake. I know he is just a little older,” Rain, “I don’t want to know exactly how old my fans are because many of them are older. Sometimes, it feels like I’m talking to my grandfather when I find out their ages.”

Based in Florida, Rain also revealed how her substantial income—reported at $43 million annually—has transformed her life. She has been able to purchase her “dream car,” a 2024 Porsche GT3 RS, and rent a stunning waterfront property in Miami.

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Moreover, she expressed her desire to buy her parents their first home, emphasising the importance of providing them with a place they can call their own.

Several content creators have generated huge amounts of money from the London based internet content subscription service.

In October 2024, internet influencer Corinna Kopf announced her retirement from OnlyFans after earning a whopping price of $67 million in three successful years on the platform.

In a “Call Her Daddy” podcast with host Alex Cooper, Lewinsky stated that the media and the White House should have handled the matter once the news broke.

“I think that the right way to handle a situation like that would have been to probably say it was nobody’s business and to resign,” Lewinsky said.

Lewinsky expressed to Cooper that she believed many young women were affected by the way she was treated during the political scandal.

“I think there was so much collateral damage for women of my generation to watch a young woman be pilloried on a world stage – to be torn apart for my sexuality, for my mistakes, for my everything.”

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Lewinsky endured intense media scrutiny following the revelation of her affair with Clinton, recalling on the podcast that she was depicted as a “stalker”.

In 1998, Clinton infamously denied the affair, stating that he “did not have sexual relations with that woman.”

Although he was impeached by the House, he was acquitted by the Senate and continued to serve in office.

At the time their relationship began, Lewinsky was 22 years old, while Clinton was 49.

“It is with great sadness to confirm that Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away. The family requests privacy for their loss. There are no further details at this time,” the statement said.

The cause of Trachtenberg’s death is not known.

The actor was born on October 11, 1985, in New York City to Jewish immigrant parents. As a child, Trachtenberg got her start in Hollywood when she was three years old in commercials and her television debut was in the Nickelodeon series “The Adventures of Pete & Pete” in 1994.

At 10 years of age, she landed her first title role in the 1996 movie “Harriet the Spy.” She had roles in several Nickelodeon productions leading up to her being cast in the cult classic “EuroTrip” in 2004 when she was in her early twenties.

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Then came the roles that she is best known for, including the character Dawn Summers in the WB supernatural drama “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” in 2000 and as Georgina Sparks on the CW television series “Gossip Girl” in 2007.

Some of her other roles include television films “Killing Kennedy,” “Sister Cities,” and the science fiction film “The Scribbler”.

Trachtenberg also appeared in music videos from emo-rock band Fall Out Boy for their song “This Ain’t a Scene, It’s an Arms Race,” and the Joaquin Phoenix-directed music video for “Tired of Being Sorry” by Ringside.

Mukhtar shared the news on his Instagram handle, posting a touching photograph of the newborn’s hand gripping his finger.

In the caption of Mukhtar’s post, he expressed gratitude, stating, “Alhamdulillah, we announce the birth of our daughter, Siera Inam Mukhtar.” He explained that “Siera,” a Pashto word, means “shade of a tree,” symbolising the comfort and protection she brings into their lives.

Mukhtar described the joy their daughter has already brought them, saying she has wrapped them around her tiny fingers.

He also requested prayers for their growing family, expressing deep appreciation for this beautiful blessing.

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The comment section has been flooded with congratulatory messages as the couple embarks on this new journey of parenthood.

Mukhtar and Inam were married in April 2021.

“I live in a rented house, my work has come to a halt, and my neighbors have severed ties with me,” he told World Echo (WE) News on Tuesday.

“My son is only accused, but nothing has been proven yet; still, society has distanced itself from us.”

Sahir was among four people arrested on February 22 during raids aimed at combating drug sales, purchases, and use.

On February 23, a judicial magistrate (south) sent Sahir to police custody on a one-day physical remand in the Mustafa murder case. In the hearing, the investigating officer said that over 500 grams of drugs were recovered from the suspect’s possession.

He allegedly confessed to supplying drugs for the past two years, a day after the police arrested him in the Mustafa murder case investigation. Sahir was allegedly found with foreign-branded drugs and had purportedly been involved in drug trafficking, they added, causing a ‘stir’ within the business community, bureaucracy, and the entertainment industry.

On Tuesday, the court rejected on Tuesday a plea to extend his physical remand case and sent him to jail on judicial remand. The decision was made after police produced him in court after completion of remand.

Sajid stated that the Mustafa murder case and the drug supply allegations were “two separate matters” and linking them was “equivalent to diverting attention” from the original case.

He expressed his sorrow upon hearing about Mustafa’s death, stating: “He was like my son. After watching a video of his mother, I couldn’t sleep all night.”

The TV actor mentioned that while he could use the media to present his stance to the people, he would refrain from doing so because the case was in court and the court would decide.

He added that his son recently got married, and if he has made any mistakes, “it would be incorrect to connect those to the Mustafa Amir murder case.”

Sajid called for impartial investigations and a fair trial in the case. “This is a significant case, and I want a neutral investigation so that the real culprits can be identified and justice can be served.”

What do we know so far about the Mustafa murder case?

The Mustafa murder case is one of the top stories on news channels nowadays. It is a case of the kidnapping and killing of a 23-year-old Karachi resident.

One has to be careful while reporting such news as the choice of words, style of presentation, and thumbnails on YouTube videos often build opinions even before the court announces its judgement in the case. So, in this case, it is of great importance to gather all the available information with background and listen to all versions of the story to report it.

The following text is sourced from the police investigation and interrogation reports, court decisions, and people related to the Mustafa murder case.

Mustafa Amir, a DHA resident, was allegedly abducted on January 6, but the case made headlines when the Sindh policemen addressed a press conference next month. Six days later, the Balochistan Police recovered a charred body in a torched car and handed over it to the Edhi Foundation.

In a media talk on February 14, police claimed that his friends killed the kidnapped youth. They allegedly stuffed the body in the trunk of his car and torched it in Balochistan’s Dureji area. Police also claimed to have arrested the prime suspect’s friend, Sheraz aka Shavez Bukhari. It was Sheraz who disclosed the information during the investigation.

The prime suspect Armaghan was arrested during a raid bungalow in DHA following a ransom call to the family. Suspects allegedly demanded Rs20 million from the victim’s family. Sources within the police say the gun battle with the suspect continued for four hours.

They took laptops from the house and blood samples were found on a carpet in a room. As the case unfolded, investigators claimed that the conflict between the two started because of a woman. The victim’s mother also accused the same girl of killing her son in a video statement. She claimed that the woman fled to the United States after the incident.

On February 15, an anti-terrorism court in Karachi sent Shiraz to police custody on physical remand till February 21. Police failed to get physical remand of the prime suspect, drawing officials’ ire. A legal expert clarified that the criticism against the court for not granting a physical remand was not appropriate as the police did not seek a physical remand in the first information report related to the case.

He told Aaj News’ programme Dus that the case would come under the jurisdiction of the ATC after the addition of Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act (punishment for acts of terrorism) to the FIR.

On the same day, three police officers were suspended from their duty for their apparent negligence in the case.

The prime suspect was a “habitual offender,” police records showed. Complaints against him alleged that he was involved in extortion, kidnapping, drug dealing, and illegal possession of weapons.

When an Aaj News correspondent visited the suspect’s house, he saw that there was a high-tech facility in the house which was apparently used as a “software house.” Moreover, Kamran Qureshi, the suspect’s father, defended his son’s gun battle with the police and denied accusations. He accused the victim of selling drugs to his son and blamed a “police officer” for the “entire conspiracy.”

On February 17, a judicial magistrate approved a request for the exhumation of Mustafa’s body. Later, a three-member medical panel was formed by the judicial magistrate (West).

The next day, an ATC in Karachi sent the prime suspect to police custody on a four-day remand and sought a medical report.

An interrogation report claimed that the victim and the prime suspect were childhood friends. It was a reiteration of the account Shiraz told to police about the incident.

On February 20, Armaghan allegedly confessed to killing the victim as the chilling details of the report claimed that he offered the victim a “chance to escape before setting him on fire.” The charred vehicle in which Mustafa was allegedly burnt to death was present in Balochistan’s Durerji, Aaj News saw.

When Qureshi appeared on Imran Sultan’s show Dus, he claimed to have substantial evidence and advised to close the case or else “big names” would come to the limelight.

“I want to be the chief investigation officer of my child. I have plenty of evidence. I am a law graduate and hold a firearm licence,” he said while appearing on the show on February 21, 2025.

On February 22, an ATC extended the physical remand of suspects Armaghan and Sheraz by five days. The investigating officer claimed that two blood samples from the suspect’s house were collected and one of the blood samples was linked to a girl identified as ***a. He also informed the court about the money laundering allegations against the suspect

Furthermore, four persons, including a TV actor’s son, were arrested on Saturday. One of the suspects claimed to have sold drugs to Mustafa, according to sources within police.

Sources within the police said initial DNA testing of the samples taken from the body “confirmed that the person burned alive in Balochistan’s Dureji was indeed Mustafa Amir.”

The funeral prayers for the victim were offered at Masjid Ali, Khayaban-e-Mohafiz, DHA Karachi on February 23 as his father refused to take “diyat” (blood money).