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Curacao’s moment in global spotlight spoiled by German ruthlessness

Curacao’s moment in global spotlight spoiled by German ruthlessness

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4 min readJun 15, 2026 08:44 AM IST Before the World Cup began, a video of the Curacao team went viral. In it, the players are arriving in an old-fashioned blue school bus with no windows, players sticking their arms out and banging away on the metal exterior from the outside. The video was meant to portray the down-to-earth vibe of the team headed to its first ever World Cup. “That’s who we are and always will be: infectious enthusiasm, joy, carefree spirit, and fear of no one,” Livano Comenencia told La Gazzetta dello Sport in an interview. On Sunday, all of those qualities were on display from the smallest nation ever to compete in the FIFA World Cup. Facing Germany in their World Cup opener, Curacao were dreaming of their campaign taking flight in Houston, the space capital of the USA. For a brief phase, fans and players even dared to daydream of an upset over Germany. Never mind that the World No 82 ranked nation was playing the first-ever game in the country’s …

UP CM Yogi Adityanath says films ‘portraying villains as heroes’ spoiled generations: ‘If you present dacoit as hero…’

UP CM Yogi Adityanath says films ‘portraying villains as heroes’ spoiled generations: ‘If you present dacoit as hero…’

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken a jibe at Indian films that portray criminals and villains in a heroic fashion, saying that it has ‘spoiled’ generations of India as they consider dacoits and criminals as role models. The CM called upon filmmakers to produce content that inspires society, cautioning against glorifying negative characters. Yogi Adityanath spoke about the depiction of villains in Indian films. (FILE PHOTO) (HT_PRINT) Yogi Adityanath on cinema glorifying villains On Friday, CM Adityanath addressed a cultural event in Varanasi based on the life of Emperor Vikramaditya. Speaking at the grand theatrical presentation, the chief minister said, “There was a time when noble characters were portrayed as villains, and villains were projected as heroes through films. What was the result? Generations were getting spoiled. People lost their voice against injustice, oppression and exploitation because such ideals were not presented before the younger generation.” The CM said the cinema has a responsibility to shape societal values, urging filmmakers not to glorify villains. “I urge film directors and producers to make films that …

‘Nepotism doesn’t mean spoiled kids’: Suniel Shetty hails Varun Dhawan for talking highly about Ahan’s role in Border 2

‘Nepotism doesn’t mean spoiled kids’: Suniel Shetty hails Varun Dhawan for talking highly about Ahan’s role in Border 2

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The debate around nepotism continues to rage in Bollywood, with many often criticising the performances of star kids. In a recent episode of Peeping Moon’s Benchmark Conversations podcast, actor Suniel Shetty shared his perspective, stating that there is “nothing like nepotism”, citing Varun Dhawan’s support for his son Ahan Shetty as an example. Suniel Shetty says he doesn’t like the word nepotism. Suniel Shetty says there’s nothing like nepotism in Bollywood Suniel said, “I don’t like the word nepotism. There’s no such thing as nepotism. Mere bete ko log nepo kid kahenge, lekin har baap yahi chahta hai ki uska baccha achha kare aur aage badhe. Somewhere down the line, it’s a way of life. It’s how generations continue. I got the opportunity to run a restaurant because my father used to run one. When you are privileged, you do get opportunities, but it depends on individuals how they make use of them.” Suniel’s son Ahan is now set to make his comeback to the big screen with Border 2, while Suniel himself was part …

How Travis Head’s blistering knock spoiled a fan from Germany’s plans who travelled to Perth to watch Ashes cricket with his father | Cricket News

How Travis Head’s blistering knock spoiled a fan from Germany’s plans who travelled to Perth to watch Ashes cricket with his father | Cricket News

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Travis Head’s 83-ball 123 will stand as one of the iconic centuries, not just in the Ashes but overall in Test cricket too. It was not just the strike rate the cicumstances under which the knock was delivered. On a pitch that was seaming around and in a position that Head (Opening) has not played too often in his Test career. But against all the odds, Head for once came into the white-ball mode against the red-ball, unleashing the carnage, bazballing the bazballers to help Australia take a 1-0 lead. His innings might have left a smile on the faces of many Aussie supporters; a couple of them were with a bittersweet emotion at the end of it. One of them was a certain fan called Alex Earle, who is based in Germany, who traveled all the way to Perth to watch Day 3’s action with his father, Bruce, who is a first-grade cricketer based in Sydney had to alter plans for Sunday. The duo got into the pub minutes away from the Optus Stadium …

Previous AIADMK government ‘spoiled’ TN, BJP’s communal politics doing same, says Stalin | Latest News India

Previous AIADMK government ‘spoiled’ TN, BJP’s communal politics doing same, says Stalin | Latest News India

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May 07, 2025 07:26 AM IST Bureaucrats and ministers presented the DMK’s report card highlighting their achievements over the past four years across departments like industries, sports, education, etc A day before his government steps into its fifth year on, Tamil Nadu chief minister (CM) and DMK president MK Stalin held a closed door meeting with editors, publishers, his cabinet and other officials on Tuesday. Tamil Nadu chief minister (CM) and DMK president MK Stalin held a closed door meeting with editors, publishers, his cabinet and other officials on Tuesday (File photo) Bureaucrats and ministers presented the DMK’s report card highlighting their achievements over the past four years across departments like industries, sports, education, etc. They showed the success of their schemes such as the CM’s breakfast scheme (where school children in government schools receive free breakfast), ₹1,000 cash given to women-headed households, and financial assistance to women to complete their higher education. “We have fulfilled most of our promises made in the election manifesto,” said Stalin. “We are implementing several projects out of the …

Rajinikanth Strongly Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack: ‘They Spoiled The Peace Of Kashmir’

Rajinikanth Strongly Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack: ‘They Spoiled The Peace Of Kashmir’

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Last Updated:April 26, 2025, 00:01 IST Several celebrities and public figures across the country have expressed their outrage over the attack, calling it a ‘cowardly’ act. Rajinikanth. (Photo Credit: X) Superstar Rajinikanth has condemned the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives and left many injured. Speaking to the media at the Chennai airport, where he was spotted after wrapping up a schedule for Jailer 2, the actor called the attack a deliberate attempt to disrupt peace in Kashmir. Rajinikanth said, “The enemies are trying to disturb the peaceful atmosphere in Kashmir. The central government should find the culprits and take strict action that is beyond imagination.” Several celebrities and public figures across the country have expressed their outrage over the attack, calling it a ‘cowardly’ act. The incident has left the nation in mourning and sparked widespread calls for justice and stronger security measures. In his first comments of the deadly terror attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent a clear message to Pakistan and the world that India will “track and …

Kichcha Sudeep’s daughter recalls how Salman Khan ‘spoiled her’ during stay at his farmhouse: ‘He refused to let me go’ | Bollywood

Kichcha Sudeep’s daughter recalls how Salman Khan ‘spoiled her’ during stay at his farmhouse: ‘He refused to let me go’ | Bollywood

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Kichcha Sudeep worked alongside Salman Khan in Dabangg 3. The actor’s daughter, Sanvi Sudeep, recalled how she met the superstar and spent time with him—an experience she will always cherish. In a conversation with Jinal Modi for her YouTube channel, Sanvi shared how Salman “spoiled her” when she stayed at his farmhouse for three days. Kichcha Sudeep’s daughter recalls the ‘most fun’ time she had with Salman Khan. (Also Read: Aamir on working with Shah Rukh and Salman in film: Waiting for the right script Recalling her first meeting with Salman Khan, Sanvi mentioned that she met him when she was very young and had given him her bracelet, which he later wore during a Bigg Boss shoot. She then reminisced about meeting him again years later during the Dabangg 3 shoot, calling it the “most fun” she had ever had. Sanvi was awestruck by Salman’s superstar aura She recalled accompanying her father without realising they were heading to Salman Khan’s residence at Galaxy Apartments. At just 14 years old, she was asked by her …

Soha Ali Khan Recalls Tiger Pataudi Locking The Phone, Saying Petrol Was Costly: ‘I Wasn’t Spoiled But…’

Soha Ali Khan Recalls Tiger Pataudi Locking The Phone, Saying Petrol Was Costly: ‘I Wasn’t Spoiled But…’

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Last Updated:February 19, 2025, 07:45 IST Soha Ali Khan shared on The Quizzitok Podcast that her father, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, stressed financial awareness and savings despite their elite lineage. Soha Ali Khan shared that her father, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, was careful with money. Soha Ali Khan may be Bollywood royalty, but her childhood wasn’t as lavish as one might assume! The daughter of cricket legend Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi and veteran actress Sharmila Tagore, Soha recently revealed that despite their elite lineage, their father made sure they didn’t grow up feeling entitled. In fact, he led them to believe they weren’t financially well-off! Spilling the details on The Quizzitok Podcast, Soha shared that while she was raised in luxury, her upbringing kept her and her siblings—Saif Ali Khan and Saba Ali Khan—grounded. She said, “I am aware that I grew up in the lap of luxury. We lived in a beautiful house in Delhi, opposite Sena Bhawan, which I realised 20 years later that we shouldn’t have gotten so comfortable in because it …

Who Is Himanshu Sangwan? Meet Pacer Who Spoiled Virat Kohli’s Ranji Trophy Return

Who Is Himanshu Sangwan? Meet Pacer Who Spoiled Virat Kohli’s Ranji Trophy Return

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Himanshu Sangwan bowled Virat Kohli for 6 runs© X (Twitter) Himanshu Sangwan is a name that Indian cricket fans are going to remember for a long time. The pacer spoiled Virat Kohli‘s highly-anticipated Ranji Trophy return by dismissing him for just 6 runs. Fans flocked in thousands at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi for the Delhi vs Railways clash but Kohli’s stay on the pitch lasted for just 15 balls. For the 5000-odd crowd that assembled here to watch Kohli play for the team he last featured for 13 years ago, the fun didn’t last for long. Kohli’s off-stump was up-rooted by Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan in the 28th over of Delhi’s first innings, a majority of them took no time to exit the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Who is Himanshu Sangwan? The 29-year-old pacer was born in Delhi on September 2, 1995. He went on to make his List A debut for Railways in 2019, playing for the team in the 2019-20 Vijay Hazare Trophy on 27 September. Himanshu then made his T20 …

Samantha Ruth Prabhu reveals why she isn’t signing more Tamil films; says Raj & DK ‘spoiled’ her

Samantha Ruth Prabhu reveals why she isn’t signing more Tamil films; says Raj & DK ‘spoiled’ her

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Jan 23, 2025 09:33 PM IST In a recent interview Samantha Ruth Prabhu got candid about what she’s looking for now while signing projects. She will soon be seen in Rakht Brahmand. Samantha Ruth Prabhu might have risen to fame by playing girl-next-door roles, but she is in no mood to sign projects that don’t require much of her. In an interview with News18, the actor talked about why she isn’t signing more Tamil films and about working with Raj & DK. (Also Read: Samantha Ruth Prabhu hits the gym while recovering from chikungunya: ‘Joint pains and all’) Samantha Ruth Prabhu has been picky about her projects lately. Samantha on signing fewer projects When asked why she isn’t signing more Tamil films, with her last film in the language being Vignesh Shivan’s 2022 film Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal, Samantha was candid that she needed more now to say yes to a project. She said, “It’s easy to do many films, yes. But I think I’m at the point of time in my life where every film …