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House of the Dragon season 3 episode 5 ending explained: A feast for traitors delivers the season’s darkest twist

House of the Dragon season 3 episode 5 ending explained: A feast for traitors delivers the season’s darkest twist

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The battle for the Iron Throne has entered its darkest phase. House of the Dragon season 3 episode 5 moves beyond dragon fights and battlefield clashes, reminding viewers that some of the deadliest blows are delivered in the shadows. As Queen Rhaenyra (Emma D’Arcy) fights to keep control of King’s Landing, a horrifying chain of events inside the capital leaves her reign looking more fragile than ever. While earlier episodes centred on armies and shifting alliances, this chapter is driven by fear, revenge and carefully planned bloodshed. [Warning: Spoilers ahead.] Matt Smith and Emma D’Arcy in House of the Dragon season 3. (HBO Max) What has happened so far in season 3 Season 3 begins with Rhaenyra (Emma D’Arcy) finally taking the Iron Throne after capturing King’s Landing following the death of her older son Jacaerys Velaryon (Harry Collett), but her victory is far from complete. Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney) is still alive in hiding, Aemond Targaryen (Ewan Mitchell) has disappeared after his injuries, and Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel) continues to keep the …

Padayal is a Tamil Ritual Feast Honouring the Ancestors through Their Favourite Foods

Padayal is a Tamil Ritual Feast Honouring the Ancestors through Their Favourite Foods

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The padayal is a ritual practised by many Tamil families in Singapore. The dishes vary, the dates in which the padayal is presented to us differs from family to family, though it’s usually within a week of Deepavali. There are other side rituals that come with feeding the dead — honouring their lives by visiting graves at the cemetery, prayers at the temple, gatherings at home. Padayal is primarily a Tamil practice, which seems to be a synthesis of the ancient instinct to feed the dead (pre-Vedic), shaped by the Vedic ritual calendar and cosmology. The word paṭaiyal itself comes from paṭai (a Tamil word) meaning to offer or present. What makes the padayal distinct from broader Hindu ancestor rituals like shraddha or tharpanam is the emphasis on cooking specifically what the deceased people enjoyed eating. Though I have never met my grandfather, great-aunt and uncle, all of whom died before I was born, the ritual of the padayal, so familiar, makes me feel like I am close to them, that this annual gathering is …

The Singapore-Tamil Ritual Feast to Honour the Ancestors

The Singapore-Tamil Ritual Feast to Honour the Ancestors

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The padayal is a ritual practised by many Tamil families in Singapore. The dishes vary, the dates in which the padayal is presented to us differs from family to family, though it’s usually within a week of Deepavali. There are other side rituals that come with feeding the dead — honouring their lives by visiting graves at the cemetery, prayers at the temple, gatherings at home. Padayal is primarily a Tamil practice, which seems to be a synthesis of the ancient instinct to feed the dead (pre-Vedic), shaped by the Vedic ritual calendar and cosmology. The word paṭaiyal itself comes from paṭai (a Tamil word) meaning to offer or present. What makes the padayal distinct from broader Hindu ancestor rituals like shraddha or tharpanam is the emphasis on cooking specifically what the deceased enjoyed eating in their lifetimes. Though I have never met my grandfather, great-aunt and uncle, all of whom died before I was born, the ritual of the padayal, so familiar, makes me feel like I am close to them. This annual gathering …

When Vivek Oberoi’s ‘anna’ Ajith Kumar cooked a feast for him in Bulgaria, poured him chai on Vivegam set

When Vivek Oberoi’s ‘anna’ Ajith Kumar cooked a feast for him in Bulgaria, poured him chai on Vivegam set

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Tamil star Ajith Kumar turned 55 on May 1, and wishes poured in for him from people of all walks of life. Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi recalled shooting for the 2017 Tamil film Vivegam in Bulgaria. Vivek remembered how his ‘anna’ (elder brother) lovingly cooked food for him and his crew, too, and poured chai for them in the biting cold. Ajith Kumar and Vivek Oberoi worked together in the 2017 film Vivegam. When Ajith Kumar cooked for Vivek Oberoi On Ajith’s 55th birthday, Vivek posted a throwback picture with the actor, writing, “Today we celebrate a humble superstar and a wonderful human being.” He also recalled Ajith’s hospitality, adding, “We were shooting for Vivegam in the freezing cold of Bulgaria when I first met Ajith Anna. He didn’t just greet me with his quintessential and humble “Vivek Ji,” he immediately poured me a cup of tea. “It’s very cold, this will keep you warm,” he said, before proceeding to pour cups for my entire crew himself.” Vivek also revealed that Ajith even cooked food …

South Africa-New Zealand semifinal promises a cricketing feast with a bevy of match-winners on either side

South Africa-New Zealand semifinal promises a cricketing feast with a bevy of match-winners on either side

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The bail-trimming nip-backer of Matt Henry and the dipping leg-cutter of Lungi Ngidi; the devilish bouncer of Kagiso Rabada and the brutish toe-crusher of Lockie Ferguson; the switch-hit of Finn Allen and the mid-wicket shovel of Quinton de Kock. The New Zealand versus South Africa semifinal at Eden Gardens is as vibrantly colourful as the Holi festivities outside the arena on Tuesday, with varied layers of artful deception. Apart from a mystery spinner, the two teams have everything that is valued in the format. Power-hitters? New Zealand can rattle out the names of Glenn Phillips, Finn Allen and Tim Seifert; South Africa could match them man-for-man with Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickelton and David Miller. Cultured strikers? Aiden Markram, in blazing form, slashes down Rachin Ravindra, striving for his best touch. Spin quotient? Mitchell Santner and Keshav Maharaj cancel each other out. All-round artillery? Marco Jansen, Cole McConchie and Jimmy Neesham would battle it out, as would others such as Phillips and Corbin Bosch. Genuine quick? Henry and Rabada would raise the pulse. Both teams …

At Bihar deputy CM’s feast, Tej Pratap’s chance meet with estranged family, and an invite| India News

At Bihar deputy CM’s feast, Tej Pratap’s chance meet with estranged family, and an invite| India News

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Rashtriya Janata Dal patriarch Lalu Yadav’s elder son Tej Pratap Yadav on Tuesday met his estranged brother Tejashwi at a feast organised by senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Bihar deputy chief minister Vijay Kumar Sinha in Patna. Taking to X, Tej Pratap wrote about his meeting with his parents and brother, adding that he had a wonderful time playing with his niece as well. (X/@TejYadav14) Sinha hosted the feast on the eve of Makar Sankranti, which was attended by several senior NDA leaders, including chief minister Nitish Kumar, fellow Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary, Janata Dal (United) working president Sanjay Kumar Jha and minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) chief Santosh Kumar Suman. Taking to X, Tej Pratap wrote about his meeting with his parents and brother, adding that he had a wonderful time playing with his niece as well. He said he extended an invite for a feast he will be hosting on Wednesday on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. “Today, I reached the residence at 10 Circular Road and met my father, …

Delhi Confidential: Feast For All | Delhi Confidential News

Delhi Confidential: Feast For All | Delhi Confidential News

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A week after BJP’s Uttar Pradesh unit president Pankaj Chaudhary issued a warning to several Brahmin MLAs and MLCs in the party for attending a community-based meeting-cum-dinner, in which “baati-chokha” — a popular delicacy of eastern UP and Bihar — was served, the Samajwadi Party (SP) organised a “baati-chokha” feast on the first day of the New Year. Addressing the gathering, SP national president Akhilesh Yadav told his party workers that “baati-chokha should not be defamed in internal conflicts; all should sit together and eat without any restrictions”. SP sources said the feast for people from all castes and communities was a message to the ruling party against “caste-based activities”. Mix & Mismatch The readers of Janmabhumi, the BJP’s newspaper in Kerala, were left dumbfounded Thursday when they turned to the edit page. The lead article on the page was by Muslim League Kerala chief Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal reflecting on 2025. There were two more opinion pieces by Muslim League leaders M K Muneer and Mohammed Shah. The editorial was on the disintegration of …

A visual feast, but the story falls flat

A visual feast, but the story falls flat

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Avatar: Fire and Ash Review: A visual feast, but the story falls flat Home Reviews Avatar: Fire and Ash Review: A visual feast, but the story falls flat Avatar: Fire and Ash looks absolutely stunning, and leaves a lasting impact on you with its flawless visuals and epic battles. But the story struggles to keep you hooked. By: Divya Pal  |  Published: December 19, 2025 3:59 PM IST Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Britain Dalton, Stephen Lang, Sigourney Weaver, Oona Chaplin, Trinity Bliss, Jack ChampionDirector: James CameronRating: ★★1/2 What makes Avatar franchise extremely popular with the viewers? This is one question that comes up each time a new instalment hits theatres. The answer is always the same – the immersive world of Pandora that the viewers can easily escape into. It isn’t just rich, but also so beautiful that the viewers lose themselves in it. In Avatar: Fire and Ash too, director James Cameron gives viewers an interesting …

Megan Thee Stallion cooks Thanksgiving feast for boyfriend Klay Thompson and his family: Watch

Megan Thee Stallion cooks Thanksgiving feast for boyfriend Klay Thompson and his family: Watch

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Megan Thee Stallion spent this year’s Thanksgiving with her boyfriend, Klay Thompson, and his family. The rapper shared a glimpse of her culinary skills with fans on social media, where she also showcased how she prepared the meal a day before the holiday for her partner and his family. The musician dressed in a white tank top and red-and-white boxer shorts stood by the stove, stirring a pot of greens in the video. Megan Thee Stallion spent Thanksgiving with boyfriend Klay Thompson(Instagram/Megan Thee Stallion) In the clips shared by the rapper on social media, she revealed that she has prepared the casserole and a turkey. Moreover, it was important for Thee Stallion to get the dishes right, as she looked to impress Thompson’s parents. Megan Thee Stallion’s cooking video Taking to her Instagram, Thee Stallion shared a cooking video with her voiceover, as she said, “What’s up, y’all? It’s ya girl Megan Thee Stallion, aka Thee Hot Girl Coach, and b**** I am whispering ‘cause Klay is still in his food coma from last night.” …

Chinese couple organises a ‘modest’ hotpot wedding feast for 140 attendees, costing ₹2.5 lakh | Trending

Chinese couple organises a ‘modest’ hotpot wedding feast for 140 attendees, costing ₹2.5 lakh | Trending

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A young couple in northern China has captured hearts online by choosing an unconventional — and surprisingly affordable — venue for their wedding banquet: a hotpot restaurant. Their celebration, held at a Haidilao outlet in Taiyuan, Shanxi province, hosted 140 guests for just 22,000 yuan (approximately US$3,000 or around ₹2.57 lakh), according to a report by the South China Morning Post. A northern China couple held an affordable wedding banquet for 140 guests at a hotpot restaurant.(Representational image/Unsplash) (Also read: ‘Free toilet use, lift facility’: Perks or red flags? Chinese company under fire over job benefits) A last-minute twist The couple, a 26-year-old bride surnamed Zhao and her 27-year-old groom, were forced to change their wedding plans abruptly after their original banquet venue cancelled at the last moment. “Given the short notice, we could not prepare for a traditional wedding,” Zhao said. “A friend suggested hosting our wedding at a hotpot restaurant. My husband and I are both devoted fans of Haidilao and once joked that perhaps our wedding could take place there. This unexpected …