PUBLIC BACKLASH
Nagarjuna meets specially abled fan pushed by security. Netizens question if it is just 'dikhawa'
Telugu superstar Nagarjuna faced criticism after a video went viral showing his bodyguard pushing aside a specially-abled fan at Mumbai airport. Nagarjuna apologized and later met the fan, hugging him and reassuring him it wasn't his fault. While some praised his gesture, others accused him of engaging in damage control. The incident sparked a debate on social media about celebrity accountability and the impact of viral backlash.
Kanchanjunga Accident: Vande Bharat comes under fire, Oppn demands Ashwini Vaishnaw's resignation
Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident: The collision between the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train near New Jalpaiguri has resulted in at least 15 deaths. Occurring around 9 am, the incident is attributed to a possible signal disregard by the goods train. Amid the tragedy, Vande Bharat and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw trended on social media, with opposition leaders criticizing the government for prioritizing the Vande Bharat trains over rail safety. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Kangana Ranaut slapgate: Actress faces backlash over past comments on Will Smith's Oscars slap after airport incident
Amidst the controversy surrounding Kangana Ranaut's alleged assault by a CISF constable at Chandigarh airport, an old social media post where she defended Will Smith for slapping Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars has resurfaced. In her past post, Ranaut supported Smith's actions, stating she would have done the same if someone insulted her family. The constable involved in the recent incident has been suspended pending investigation.
Can you opt out of Meta's AI scraping? Sort of
Meta announced the expansion of its AI services globally, using public information to train its AI starting June 26, sparking privacy concerns in Europe. Users in the U.S. were already subject to this practice. The program's future expansion remains uncertain.
Rapper Eminem targets Meghan Thee Stallion in his song 'Houdini', faces backlash. Details here
Eminem has released the first song of his new album. In the first song, he is seen to be targeting Meghan Thee Stallion by making light of the shooting incident involving the rapper.
Elon Musk wants to keep this Windows feature always off and why he called it 'Black Mirror'
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella introduced "Recall," an AI tool that continuously takes screenshots to enhance productivity by providing a photographic memory-like capability. Elon Musk criticized the tool for privacy concerns, calling it a "Black Mirror episode." Despite Microsoft's assurances of robust privacy settings, the tool has sparked significant public backlash and ongoing debates about ethical AI use.
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Apple faces backlash: Hrithik Roshan slams new iPad Pro ad as 'sad and ignorant.' What is the controversy?
Hrithik Roshan recently criticized Apple's latest iPad Pro advertisement, labeling it 'sad' and 'ignorant'. The ad, known as 'Crush', has faced backlash for its destructive portrayal of creative objects like musical instruments and paint cans. This controversy erupted when Apple CEO Tim Cook unveiled the ad at the 'Let Loose' event on May 7. Roshan's remarks resonated with other celebrities, including Hugh Grant and Justine Bateman, who condemned the ad for its insensitivity to creativity. The negative reception led Apple to apologize and retract the ad.
Donald Trump calls Joe Biden weak on antisemitism, ignoring his own rhetoric
Trump's attempts to claim a moral high ground against antisemitism come as the Democratic president is navigating the intense divisions of the Israel-Hamas war and the resulting unrest from demonstrations. Trump and other Republicans have seized on the disruptions on college campuses, which have at times been violent, as a sign of weakness from Biden and Democrats. It's also the latest example of Trump's timeworn tactic of repackaging a censure he's received and stamping it on his opponents.
Why did WWE refuse to renew Jerry Lawler's and Drew Gulak's contract?
After WWE champ Drew Gulak's contract is not being renewed for various reasons, according to a recent statement by Paul "Triple H" Levesque, there are fresh issues around another legendary Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler who is also being let go by the company.
Malaysian shoe company faces backlash for logo resembling Arabic word for God
Malaysian shoe company Vern's Holdings apologizes and halts sale of shoes with logo resembling Arabic word for God, following complaints from Muslims. The company clarified no intention to offend and promises refunds. This incident follows controversy over socks with the word "Allah" sold in a Malaysian store chain, leading to charges and minor unrest. Religion is a sensitive topic in Malaysia, with Muslims forming the majority. Authorities are investigating both incidents amid tensions and calls for boycotts.
Massive backlash after London Police officer says 'swastika anti-semitic depending on context'. Watch video
London Metropolitan Police has come under scathing attack from Jewish groups and individuals after a video went viral showing a police officer telling a woman that a swastika is anti-semitic only if used under context. Know about the controversy.
‘All riders will wear red’: Zomato rolls back green uniform for pure-veg fleet amid social media backlash
Food-delivery company Zomato had on Tuesday announced the launch of a 'Pure Veg Mode' service to cater specifically to customers who have a pure vegetarian dietary preference. But the company saw major backlash online.
China's exports are surging. Get ready for the global backlash
The world's appetite for its goods is welcomed by China, which is enduring a severe downturn in what had been the economy's biggest driver of growth: building and outfitting apartments.
‘I am answerable’: Aditya Narayan responds to controversy surrounding his misbehaviour with a fan at a concert
The ‘Ishqiya Dhishkion’ singer was met with a huge uproar when a video of him chucking away the mobile of a fan and throwing a microphone at him during a concert went viral on X.
Poonam Pandey faces huge backlash for fake death stunt, artiste association files FIR for seeking ‘cheap publicity’
Shyamlal Gupta, the President of AICWA, berated the ‘Nasha’ actress for her seeking “cheap publicity” and for playing with the emotions of her audience
Tamil singer Chinmayi Sripada calls out Rahat Fateh Ali Khan for ‘horrendous’ abuse towards his disciple
The Pakistani singer got embroiled in a controversy when a video of him abusing his disciple went viral on Twitter.
This viral memo from CEO of US online retailer sparked major backlash, leading to calls for 'boycott'
US online retailer Wayfair is set to cut 1,650 jobs, amounting to 13% of its workforce, following a controversial memo from CEO Niraj Shah. In the leaked memo, Shah urged employees to work longer hours, prompting public backlash and calls for a boycott.
Sushant Singh Rajput's sister extends support for Ankita Lokhande amid 'Bigg Boss 17' backlash
In the midst of Ankita Lokhande facing criticism on Bigg Boss 17 for discussing her past relationship with Sushant Singh Rajput, Shweta Singh Kirti, Sushant's sister, expressed support on Instagram, calling Ankita "the best and the purest."
Narayana Murthy's '70-hour work week' backlash meets surprising support from 'Western friends and NRIs'
In a recent interview, Infosys founder Narayana Murthy reaffirmed advocating for a 70-hour work week, defending his stance amidst criticism. Emphasizing the necessity of hard work in India, Murthy cited support from various quarters and highlighted the responsibility of educated individuals. Sudha Murty echoed this sentiment, sharing familial experiences. Murthy detailed his rigorous work routine and reiterated his commitment to 70-hour work weeks. His earlier call for intense work hours had drawn both support and criticism for its impact on work-life balance.
Harvard president Claudine Gay resigns amid plagiarism claims, backlash from antisemitism testimony
Claudine Gay, Harvard's first Black president, announced her departure just months into her tenure in a letter to the Harvard community. Following the congressional hearing, Gay's academic career came under intense scrutiny by conservative activists who unearthed several instances of alleged plagiarism in her 1997 doctoral dissertation.
Moscow's 'almost naked' party sparks outrage amid war crisis, celebrities face backlash
Amid Russia's Ukraine conflict, Moscow's 'Almost Naked' party stirred controversy. Celebrities faced backlash at the event hosted by Anastasia Ivleeva. Rapper Vacio's jail term and fine followed a court ruling citing 'non-traditional sexual relationships' promotion. Apologies emerged, lawsuits loomed, and repercussions hit attendees like pop star Anna Asti. Kremlin stayed mum, while activists and officials condemned the event's timing amidst military operations. The uproar spotlighted clashes between entertainment, values, and ongoing crises, triggering widespread critique.
JT's "no disrespect" disclaimer before singing "cry me a river" hints at Britney Spears backlash
Following the revelations in Spears' book, Timberlake faced backlash, prompting him to temporarily disable some Instagram comments. Despite this, he recently resurfaced in the public eye, taking a trip to Mexico with his wife, Jessica Biel, and their children.
Boycott Zara trends as Palestine supporters criticise new ad campaign seemingly 'mocking' Gaza destruction
The controversial photos, depicting model Kristen McMenamy alongside mannequins in white cloth and plastic amidst rubble, have sparked outrage and calls for a boycott.
Mia Khalifa faces social media backlash for her comments on Israel-Hamas conflict, loses podcast deal
Former adult film actress Mia Khalifa has faced backlash and professional repercussions after expressing her support for Palestine during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
AI backlash may bring social unrest to UK, Infosys partner says
The UK has a limited time frame of about three years to establish rules and regulations around artificial intelligence (AI) in order to prevent potential social unrest. According to Martin Weis, a managing partner at Infosys Consulting, around 30% of work hours in the US and UK could be replaced by AI by 2030, particularly affecting back-office tasks and administration.
Donald Trump faces backlash over comments on Israel and Hezbollah
Former President Donald Trump is facing criticism for his recent comments about Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He was reported to have privately called for Netanyahu's impeachment and criticized Jerusalem over an intelligence failure. Trump also praised the Hezbollah terror group and expressed concerns about potential attacks. His remarks have drawn backlash from various sources, including President Joe Biden's spokesman and even his former Vice President, Mike Pence.
A year after backlash, Akshay Kumar returns in Vimal ad with Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn; netizens are not too happy
Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has returned in an ad for Vimal, a tobacco brand, despite facing backlash in the past. Netizens expressed disappointment and confusion over Kumar's decision, as he had previously apologised and promised to step back from endorsing tobacco brands.
Why is Gymnastics Ireland facing backlash and what is the medal controversy?
In March 2022, a video surfaced showing a judge at a Gymstart event in Dublin distributing participation medals to a group of young gymnasts, but regrettably omitting the only black girl in the group.
Germany weighs curbs on Huawei, sparking telco backlash
Germany's interior ministry plans to require telecoms operators to reduce their use of Huawei and ZTE equipment in 5G networks. The move comes as Germany reevaluates its relationship with China. The ministry proposes a phased approach, with operators removing critical components from Chinese vendors by 2026. Operators have criticized the plans, warning of disruption and potential legal action.
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