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Robert Downey Jr is building Dr Doom from scratch: ‘Avengers Doomsday won’t be a let down’ | Hollywood News

Robert Downey Jr is building Dr Doom from scratch: ‘Avengers Doomsday won’t be a let down’ | Hollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiJun 18, 2026 01:24 PM IST When it was announced that Robert Downey Jr would return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this time not as Iron Man, but as the far more complex Doctor Doom, the internet erupted with excitement. Since then, anticipation for Avengers: Doomsday has only continued to grow. Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and written by Michael Waldron and Stephen McFeely, the film is among the most eagerly awaited releases of the year worldwide. ‘We have laboured long and hard’ Recently, Downey Jr opened up about the pressure of returning to the MCU in such a significant role. Speaking to Comic Book Reporter, the actor said he has been drawing inspiration from the Russo brothers’ approach to stay grounded amid the expectations. “I’m quite odd in that I try to stay as removed from a subjective experience of things as I can. So I try to think like the brothers. I try to feel like I’m in the writing room. I try to feel all that stuff. But eventually, …

Scratch, spin, revolt, rule: Sudhan Gurung, the DJ who remixed Nepal’s politics | World News

Scratch, spin, revolt, rule: Sudhan Gurung, the DJ who remixed Nepal’s politics | World News

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4 min readApr 5, 2026 11:29 AM IST THAMEL, THE tourist hotspot in Kathmandu and go-to neighbourhood for foreign backpackers known for its cheap hotels, music clubs and an active nightlife in narrow bylanes, is where Sudhan Gurung, Nepal’s new Home Minister, learned to read the room. In dimly lit consoles next to dancing crowds, as a DJ spinning and scratching, he knew when to restrain himself and when to let it rip. Gurung would manage events, sing and rap on occasion, releasing music regularly on his label Eagle Boy Records. What the 37-year-old Gurung perhaps didn’t factor in was that his skill to assess his audience would come handy in public life. Gurung, who in September 2025 led the Gen Z protests by coordinating thousands of students, prompting former PM KP Sharma Oli to resign, was sworn in as the Home Minister of Nepal last week and is now a significant member of the 15-member Cabinet led by former rapper-turned-politician Prime Minister Balen Shah (Balen). Born and raised in Gorkha, 140 km west of …

After play-offs heartbreak last year, Ankita Raina and India set to start from scratch at BJK Cup

After play-offs heartbreak last year, Ankita Raina and India set to start from scratch at BJK Cup

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India qualified for the Billie Jean King (BJK) Cup Play-offs for only the second time last year, after finishing as the runners-up in Asia/Oceania Group I in Pune. They later played the Play-offs in Bengaluru, losing 0-3 to Netherlands and 0-2 to Slovenia. “It was amazing because in Pune we won and we qualified for the second time in history, which was huge, and we did it in India. Pune is where I trained, so it was special as well ,” Ankita Raina, who was a part of the team, fondly recalled in a conversation with The Bridge on Friday. “And then Bangalore again, it was special because we were having the playoffs in India for the first time, playing at home conditions, and we had a lot of crowd support. The organisation was amazing, so we couldn’t have asked for more. We missed very narrowly for qualifying,” she added. Speaking on the sidelines of a training session ahead of India’s 2026 BJK Cup Asia/Oceania Group I matches in Delhi, Raina reflected on the loss. …

‘John Abraham’s whole back was full of scratch marks’: Chitrangda Singh recounts mobbing incident as actor tried to protect her | Bollywood News

‘John Abraham’s whole back was full of scratch marks’: Chitrangda Singh recounts mobbing incident as actor tried to protect her | Bollywood News

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Just a few weeks ago, disturbing visuals emerged as Samantha Ruth Prabhu was mobbed by an unruly crowd at an event in Hyderabad. A week prior, actress Nidhi Agarwal faced a similar ordeal during the promotional event for Raja Saab in the same city. Such incidents are both unsettling and unfortunate. Now, actress Chitrangda Singh has spoken out about this troubling phenomenon, sharing her own personal experience, one that occurred while she was with John Abraham promoting their film I, Me Aur Main. In a conversation with Hindustan Times, Chitrangda reflected on how such incidents are not limited to women. “John Abraham and I went and promoted this film we did a long time back, I, Me Aur Main. We went to a Delhi college, and we had to go up on stage and then leave. The crowd started to build up and suddenly I see everybody’s trying to whisk off John and he kind of looked back at me to take me along. He was trying to be protective of me and take me …

Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe (Soft and Fluffy from Scratch)

Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe (Soft and Fluffy from Scratch)

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Buttermilk pancakes are pancakes made using buttermilk, flour, and a leavening agent such as baking powder. The acidity of the buttermilk helps activate the leavening, resulting in pancakes that cook evenly and have a soft, tender texture. They are commonly served for breakfast and can be paired with a variety of toppings such as syrup, fruit, or butter. About This Buttermilk Pancake Recipe These buttermilk pancakes turn out soft, light, and fluffy with just a hint of sweetness. Cook them right, and you get pancakes that stay soft inside with a light crispness on the outside. This is a simple, easy and dependable recipe you can make on a relaxed morning. It fits right into an Indian kitchen and also works perfectly for an American-style breakfast. Buttermilk along with vinegar does most of the work here. It helps the batter rise gently, keeps the pancakes tender, and adds a mild tang that balances the sweetness. Mix the batter to a medium flowing consistency so it pours easily and spreads on its own on the pan. …

PR Sreejesh: ‘I need to start from scratch with next junior batch, that’s a big challenge’ | Hockey News

PR Sreejesh: ‘I need to start from scratch with next junior batch, that’s a big challenge’ | Hockey News

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It has been just over a week since India won the bronze medal at the FIH Junior World Cup in Chennai, and PR Sreejesh has already taken off his head coach’s hat and put on the administrator’s one, that of Team Director with Hockey India League (HIL) franchise SG Pipers. In just over a year since retiring from international hockey, Sreejesh has had to learn to shuttle between these dual roles. As was sometimes seen during the Junior World Cup, it meant enduring periods of frustration when he came to terms with the fact that he can’t actually influence proceedings in the middle as much as he could while donning the gloves and pads, standing between the posts. There hasn’t been time to shut down and recharge, so much so that on the day after the World Cup got over, he was already doing an assessment for the next batch. Has this been more hectic than his playing days? “I don’t know, but I am enjoying it so far. Actually, I was ready for it; …

`Made each song from scratch`: Be Happy music composer Harsh Upadhyay

`Made each song from scratch`: Be Happy music composer Harsh Upadhyay

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Composer Harsh Upadhyay’s addition to the credit roll of Remo D’souza’s Be Happy could well be seen as a lesson on taking charge of one’s destiny. Upadhyay, who was offered the background score and one song in the film starring Abhishek Bachchan, punched above his weight to ensure that the entire soundtrack became his responsibility. “I had access to the script, so I made a note of all the places where they had left space for a song. After I made the song that he desired, Devi aayi, I also made the rest of the numbers. I completed all of it in 28 days. Today, directors like to hear songs from many composers. So, when I submitted my music, I made an appeal. I told him that if he doesn’t use my numbers, he must let me know why he was choosing to do so. I was glad that he retained all of them,” says Upadhyay on the day the 12-track soundtrack is released. Remo D`souza Upadhyay extends his favour for filmmakers who choose to …

Scratch marks found on IIT-BHU victim’s private parts: Doctor tells court | Latest News India

Scratch marks found on IIT-BHU victim’s private parts: Doctor tells court | Latest News India

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A government doctor told a court hearing on Friday that she found scratch marks on the private parts of the IIT BHU sexual assault victim. Students protesting at IIT-BHU campus.(File photo) Assistant district government counsel Manoj Gupta said that Dr Anamika Singh, who examined the victim, recorded her statement in the fast-track court of Judge Kuldeep Singh. In her statement, the doctor said she didn’t find marks of internal injury. However, she found some scratches on the outside, reported PTI. Gupta said the doctor surmised that rape-related violence cannot be ruled out. Also read: IIT-BHU gang rape: Third accused granted bail after 11 months in jail The court has fixed January 20 as the next date of hearing in the case that triggered national outrage. The victim is a student at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology-Banaras Hindu University. She had gone out of the hostel with her friend on the night of November 1, 2023, when three men riding a motorcycle accosted her. They forced her to remove her clothes and gang-raped her. Also …

Instagram will let you rebuild your recommendations from scratch

Instagram will let you rebuild your recommendations from scratch

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Instagram is testing a new feature that will let users completely refresh the content that’s recommended to them on the platform. The recommendations reset feature will “soon roll out globally,” according to Meta’s announcement, and can be used to clear the algorithmic content that currently appears in Feeds, Explore, and Reels. The new feature will be available to users of all ages, including Teen accounts. “We want to make sure everyone on Instagram – especially teens – has safe, positive, age-appropriate experiences and feels the time they’re spending on Instagram is valuable,” Meta said. “We want to give teens new ways to shape their Instagram experience, so it can continue to reflect their passions and interests as they evolve.” This is how users will access the reset feature once it rolls out.GIF: Meta Recommendations can be cleared in “just a few taps,” according to Meta, and will “start to personalize again over time” based on the accounts and content the user goes on to interact with. Users will also be able to review which accounts …

How to make Paneer at home from scratch (Video + Photos)

How to make Paneer at home from scratch (Video + Photos)

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Learn how to make fresh paneer at home with only a few simple ingredients. This easy homemade paneer recipe creates the softest, most tender paneer cheese from scratch – with no preservatives or special additives needed. I have been making paneer from scratch for many years, and cannot remember the last time I bought it in a store. Not only is homemade paneer more wholesome and fresh, it is actually cheaper to make than it is to buy. With just a few key steps and tips you too can make the best tasty paneer in your own kitchen! What is Paneer? Also known as Indian cottage cheese, paneer is a fresh cheese made by adding a food-based acid to curdled milk. The resulting whey is strained and pressed in muslin cheesecloth, creating a firm block of delicious cheese. Paneer does not require any fermenting or curing. And unlike many other kinds of cheese in the world, the making of paneer does not involve Rennet, and it is therefore completely vegetarian-friendly. It is a firm, non-melting cheese …