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The Great: How to stream the episodes for free in US and UK
The Great offers a captivating portrayal of Empress Catherine II of Russia. Known for its unique blend of historical events and modern humor, the series has garnered a significant following.
In 10 years, India no longer a charity case, it's the driving force of world economy: Sanjeev Sanyal
There are no such things as poor people. They are poor places. Say two brothers grew up in Moradabad. One of them stays back in Moradabad and another went off to Dubai. After five years, one person will be earning a lot more than the other. Why does this happen? It is because places matter, says Sanjeev Sanyal
OpenAI's Sam Altman pledges to donate over half of his fortunes
The move comes after a tumultuous six months for Altman, the co-founder of the San Francisco-based company behind ChatGPT and a venture capitalist who Forbes says amassed much of his $1 billion through investments.
Melinda French Gates to give $1 billion for women's rights
French Gates, one of the biggest philanthropic supporters of gender equity in the US, said Tuesday in a guest essay for The New York Times that she's been frustrated over the years by people who say it's not the right time to talk about gender equality. "Decades of research on economics, well-being and governance make it clear that investing in women and girls benefits everyone," she wrote.
‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’: Jimmy Kimmel returns as host, check premiere date
Jimmy Kimmel, who previously led the show's revival in 2020 and 2021, will return as the host. The format will involve pairs of celebrities vying to secure significant amounts of money for charities they deeply care about.
US: Protesters drape huge Palestinian flag at venue of White House Correspondents' Dinner amid growing Gaza outrage
Amid US anti-Semitic protests, a White House dinner faced disruption by protesters displaying a Palestinian flag. Video clips showed Biden's motorcade passing. Administrators and lawmakers address unrest at American universities.
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New migrants get work permits in the US. Other immigrants who are here illegally want them, too.
Chicago restaurateur Sam Sanchez criticized President Biden's decision to extend work eligibility to half a million Venezuelans, expressing concerns about the impact on his employees Ruben and Juan from Moe's Cantina. The immigration policy debate intensifies among business leaders and immigrant advocates.
'The Apprentice': Will this film create problems for Donald Trump in 2024 US Presidential Election?
Portrayed by Jeremy Strong, the role of Roy Cohn is significant in 'The Apprentice' because he is the man who acted like a mentor and a protege of Donald Trump. He was sentenced to three years in federal prison and ordered to pay a $50,000 fine in 2018.
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza kills 3 sons and 4 grandchildren of Hamas' top leader
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed three sons and four grandchildren of Hamas' top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, escalating tensions during delicate cease-fire negotiations. Hamas accused Israel of revenge, while Israel claimed the deceased were Hamas operatives. The strikes may hinder peace talks and come amid international pressure, particularly from the U.S., for Israel to change its approach in Gaza. Despite the tragedy, Hamas vowed to stand firm. The conflict has devastated Gaza, prompting urgent calls for humanitarian aid.
US says truce talks on, after Gaza aid worker death outcry
US and Israeli negotiators seek Gaza ceasefire. Biden pushes immediate action. Guterres concerned over AI use. Iran vows retaliation. Australia seeks more info. Germany and EU urge aid deliveries.
Israeli PM admits Gaza strike 'unintentionally' killed 7 aid workers
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted Tuesday that Israel's military had "unintentionally" killed seven aid workers with a US charity in an air strike in Gaza. Spanish charity Open Arms has been working closely with WCK on the aid deliveries from Cyprus, and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez demanded Israel explain the "brutal" strike.
Resilience and ambition have got us to where we are today, say Mankind’s Juneja brothers
Introducing pocket-friendly medicines in a price-sensitive market like India was a revolutionary strategy that made a big difference. "It took us 2-3 years to establish (ourselves). Though our medicines were half the price or even lower compared to our competitors, we were as effective. We were also earning - it's not that we were doing charity. We knew the secrets of the trade; there was no funny business. Once we succeeded, we were motivated, encouraged and there was no looking back," said Ramesh Juneja, chairman and wholetime director of Mankind Pharma.
An effort to get aid to Gaza by sea is moving ahead. But the first ship is still waiting in Cyprus
The US Army prepares to set up a temporary pier in Gaza for aid deliveries, following President Biden's announcement of increased sea aid to the region. The move aims to address Gaza's humanitarian crisis, with growing concerns over food shortages. Despite hopes for a cease-fire by Ramadan, negotiations have stalled. Biden's criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict reflects a shift in US policy. The sea corridor, backed by the EU and others, signals a new approach to bypass Israeli control over land shipments.
Elon Musk has a giant charity, its money stays close to home
Musk, the world's second-richest person, according to Forbes, presides over SpaceX, Tesla and other companies that are pushing the boundaries of technology, while also controlling a social media platform, now known as X, formerly Twitter, through which he promotes his often-polarizing political and social views.
Israel-Hamas war rages in besieged Gaza on eve of Ramadan
Continued fighting in Gaza amid the impending start of Ramadan worsens the humanitarian crisis. A Spanish charity ship is set to sail from Cyprus to deliver food aid. Open Arms plans to deliver 200 tonnes of food to Gaza, where airstrikes and ground combat have killed thousands and displaced many. Efforts for a ceasefire have yet to succeed, with Israel demanding a list of surviving hostages held by Hamas, and Hamas calling for a complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
How the US military is scrambling to build a floating dock for urgently needed aid to Gaza
In his State of the Union address, President Joe Biden announced plans to provide aid to Gaza by sea. The US Army's 7th Transportation Brigade and other units are working to build a floating dock off the Gaza coast to deliver food and other assistance. The operation, which may involve up to 1,000 US troops, will take weeks or even months to complete and is dependent on Israel's cooperation.
Have Tom Cruise and girlfriend Elsina Khayrova called it quits? Here's what we know
Tom Cruise and Elsina Khayrova's romance has naturally concluded. They attended a charity gala dinner and met Khayrova's children. They peacefully parted ways after being introduced by a mutual friend in London.
Alabama executes a man with nitrogen gas, the first time the new method has been used
Officials said Kenneth Eugene Smith, 58, was pronounced dead at 8:25 p.m. at an Alabama prison after breathing pure nitrogen gas through a face mask to cause oxygen deprivation. It marked the first time that a new execution method has been used in the United States since lethal injection, now the most commonly used method, was introduced in 1982.
Dominic West reveals details of Crown star's fall-out with Prince Harry
Once comrades in a noble cause, Dominic West and Prince Harry's South Pole expedition forged a bond, but a press conference revelation involving prosthetic leg champagne toasts shattered their friendship. Now, a frosty silence prevails, with the actor attributing the rift to oversharing and the Duke of Sussex seemingly holding a grudge against anyone linked to his former friend.
MLB executive Billy Bean diagnosed with leukemia, winter charity auction launched in support
MLB's Billy Bean, former outfielder and VP for diversity, faces acute myeloid leukemia. MLB's charity auction, benefiting Stand Up To Cancer, honors Bean and Catalina Villegas, MLB’s diversity director. Lovullo, Bean's friend since '84, emotionally supports him. Bean delayed sharing his diagnosis during Arizona's World Series run to avoid jinxing. The ongoing auction until Thursday offers meet-and-greets, exclusive experiences, and unique opportunities with MLB personalities like Mike Trout and Cole Hamels.
As economy falters, more Chinese migrants take a perilous journey to the US border to seek asylum
Chinese people were the fourth-highest nationality, after Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Haitians, crossing the Darien Gap during the first nine months of this year, according to Panamanian immigration authorities.
Czech TV host Kazma drops $1 million from helicopter in charity giveaway
Czech Republic influencer, Kazma chronicled this unprecedented event on his official Instagram account, dubbing it as the world's inaugural "MONEY RAIN." He proudly announced the successful drop of one million dollars from a helicopter in the Czech Republic, remarkably without any reported injuries or fatalities.
Elon Musk should give my Blue check mark to charity: Stephen King
Chaos prevailed on Twitter last week when Musk removed all legacy verified accounts with Blue check marks but allowed some celebrities to retain it.
Why we hide our money habits
Sometimes no one knows our long term relationship with money at all. We just let different people in our lives see some of our many faces, and completely hide the real us, from our parents, our spouses and our children.
Centre to reaffirm its Foreign Contribution Registration stand on Oxfam India in HC
Oxfam India, along with Centre for Policy Research (CPR), was surveyed by the income-tax department in September last year. The outcome of the IT surveys and violation of FCRA was said to be one of the main reasons for rejection of Oxfam's application, said officials. The findings of the I-T survey were said to be among the reasons for suspension of the CPR's FCRA licence for six months by the home ministry recently. In a statement on March 1, the CPR said it will "explore all avenues of recourse available to us".
Ram Charan and his wife Upasana to have their first baby in India, not US
Upasana Kamineni, the wife of actor Ram Charan, shared that they will welcome their baby in India amid rumours they are considering the USA for their baby’s birth.
New tax regime may impact charity donations owing to higher exemption limit
Based on the government’s expectations, nearly two-thirds of taxpayers are expected to opt for the new tax regime, which has now become the default option. The increased rebate limit could discourage people from making charitable donations, said organisations working closely with NGOs.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells US its support is investment not charity in democracy
Three hundred days after Russian leader Vladimir Putin attacked Ukraine with hopes of swift conquest, Zelensky enjoyed a hero's welcome on a lightning trip to Washington where President Joe Biden committed nearly $1.8 billion in military supplies including, for the first time, the Patriot missile defense system.
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