TikTok Chief Executive Shou Zi Chew will appear before the US Energy and Commerce Committee in March, as lawmakers scrutinize the Chinese-owned video-sharing app.
Chew will testify before the committee on March 23, which will be his first appearance before a congressional committee, said Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers, the Republican chair of the panel, in a statement on Monday.
The news comes as the House Foreign Affairs Committee plans to hold a vote next month on a bill aimed at blocking the use of TikTok in the United States over national...
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Samsung One UI 5.1 Features Leaked Ahead of Launch, Will Debut on Galaxy S23 Series: Report
Samsung could reportedly launch its latest OS update, One UI 5.1, which will succeed the One UI 5.0. The latest OS will debut on the Samsung Galaxy S23 series, according to a report by WinFuture, which also revealed a full list of features that could be expected on the latest OS update from Samsung...
OnePlus 11R 5G Confirmed to Pack Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, 100W Fast Charging
OnePlus 11R 5G will be launched in India on February 7 and the company has been teasing some of its specifications. The latest teaser shows the phone will be powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. It will feature 5,000mAh battery with support for 100W SuperVOOC fast charging...
Kangana Ranaut's Tweet On Uniform Civil Code, Actor Uorfi Javed's Reply
A comment on blockbuster Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan triggered a viral back-and-forth on Twitter between actor Kangana Ranaut, and actor and influencer Uorfi Javed.
It all started with Kangana Ranaut's comment on an appreciation post for Shah Rukh Khan, which said, "Hindu Muslims love SRK equally" and that "India is super secular".
"Very good analysis... this country has only and only loved all Khans and at times only and only Khans...And obsessed over Muslim actresses, so it's very unfair to accuse India of hate and fascism ... there is no...
Michael Jackson’s Nephew Cast as Michael Jackson in Upcoming Biopic on the Late ‘King of Pop’
The Michael Jackson biopic, originally announced in 2019 and revealed as titled ‘Michael', has finally cast a lead actor to play the late 'King of Pop'. Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of Michael Jackson, has been confirmed to be playing his uncle in the biopic, which currently does not have a release date. The film is being directed by Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, The Equalizer series), and is produced by Graham King, who previously helmed Freddie Mercury's biopic, Bohemian Rhapsody.
The announcement of the lead casting was made by Lionsgate, with...
Monday, January 30, 2023
Watch: Rare 4-Foot-Long Eel Washes Up On Beach In US, Internet Stumped
While surveying a beach, a marine researcher found a 'rare,' 4-foot-long American eel washed up in Texas, CNN reported. The video of the lifeless marine creature was shared on Facebook by the official page of Mission-Aransas Reserve. Jace Tunnell, director of the Mission-Aransas Reserve, who spotted the eel in the sand called the find “rare”.
In the video, he showed off the massive 4-foot-long American eel to viewers and explained more about the sea creature. "But this thing is massive. It's got to be like 4-foot-long,"...
Samsung Tipped to Offer Four Exclusive Colour Options for Galaxy S23 Series on Official Online Store
Samsung Galaxy S23 series is one of the most eagerly awaited smartphone lineup this year. The series is expected to launch with three models, all of which will be revealed at the February 1 Galaxy Unpacked event. The Galaxy S23 lineup will most likely include a base model, a Plus model, and a high-end Ultra variant. Numerous leaks and hints about the upcoming smartphones have surfaced in recent weeks. According to previous reports, the phones were to be available in four colour variants. A new leak suggests that Samsung Galaxy S23 series models...
The Last of Us Episode 4 Trailer: A Road Trip Poses Big Trouble for Joel and Ellie
The Last of Us episode 4 trailer is out. HBO has dropped a preview for next week's episode of the post-apocalyptic drama based on the eponymous PlayStation video game, teasing a new character in the form of Kathleen, a ruthless leader of a revolutionary movement in Kansas City. Melanie Lynskey, best known for her run on Yellowjackets, will portray the role — signifying big trouble for our survivor duo Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey). Titled 'Please Hold My Hand', the episode will be directed by Jeremy Webb (The Umbrella Academy) and...
Samsung Galaxy S23 Series 128GB Variant Tipped to Feature Older, Slower Storage Technology
Samsung Galaxy S23 is expected to be unveiled by the South Korean conglomerate as part of the Samsung Galaxy S23 flagship series on February 1 at a Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event. The 128GB storage variant of the upcoming flagship smartphone could utilise a slower storage technology than other models from the Samsung Galaxy S23 series, according to a tipster...
Samsung Tipped to Offer Four Exclusive Colour Options for Galaxy S23 Series on Official Online Store
The Samsung Galaxy S23 series, which will include a base model, a Plus model, and a high-end Ultra variant, will be unveiled on February 1 at the Galaxy Unpacked event. Previous reports indicated that the phones would be available in four colour options. According to a new leak, the Samsung Galaxy S23 series models may be available in more colour options, exclusively .....
"I'd Rather Die Than Tie Up With BJP Again," Says Nitish Kumar
Nitish Kumar today said he would "rather die" than return to an alliance with the BJP and accused the ruling party of launching cases against his deputy Tejashwi Yadav "deliberately, without basis".
The Bihar Chief Minister was responding to BJP leaders accusing him of "abusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's trust" while rejecting speculation of a reunion, once again.
"The question does not arise. I'd rather die than tie up with them," he told reporters, Tejashwi Yadav standing next to him.
The Chief Minister and Janata Dal United leader said his...
Realme GT Neo 5 Launch Date Revealed via Poster, Will Feature 240W Fast Charging: Details
Realme GT Neo 5 launch date has been revealed via a teaser poster. The upcoming smartphone is confirmed to launch in China in February. The smartphone will succeed the Realme GT Neo 3 5G, which was launched in 2022. It will offer 240W charging support, according to the company...
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Sidharth Has A "Bold Announcement To Make". Fans Hope It's About Wedding
Chatter about Sidharth Malhotra's rumoured relationship with Kiara Advani reached fever pitch when reports about their wedding surfaced last year. While both have remained mum on the subject, fans of Kiara and Sidharth have been waiting for any kind of update from the stars. On Sunday, Sidharth Malhotra shared a post on social media that he has a “bold announcement to make.” He shared an image with the text: “'I have a bold announcement to make!” In the caption, Sidharth Malhotra added: “Something bold and exciting coming up tomorrow!” The cryptic...
Google Employee Laid Off While On Leave Caring For Sick Mother
Tech giant Google announced 12,000 job cuts globally this month. The recent layoffs have greatly impacted employees, prompting them to express their grief and share their stories about their time at the tech giant. Impacted by the job cuts, Paul Baker, who worked at Google as Video Production Manager, revealed he was fired while he was on carer's leave.
In a LinkedIn post, the former Google employee revealed that he had taken a month's leave to take care of his ailing mother, who was suffering from terminal cancer, according to an Insider...
UK PM Dismisses Conservative Party Chairman After Tax Probe
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Sunday fired Conservative party chairman Nadhim Zahawi after an inquiry into Zahawi's tax affairs found a "serious breach" of ministerial rules, the government said.
"As a result, I have informed you of my decision to remove you from your position in His Majesty's Government," Sunak wrote in a publicly released letter to his Iraqi-born ally, following a scandal that cast doubt on the premier's own judgement and vows of integrity.
The government also released the inquiry report by Sunak's newly appointed independent...
Pics: Alia Bhatt And Katrina Kaif Get Clicked At Zoya Akhtar's House
Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt were spotted at filmmaker Zoya Akhtar's house on Saturday. Both the actresses smiled for the shutterbugs stationed outside the filmmaker's residence as they made their way out to get into their respective cars. Katrina and Alia, along with Priyanka Chopra will be seen in Farhan Akhtar's Jee Le Zaraa, a film written by Zoya Akhtar. Alia looked beautiful in an all-black ensemble and accessorised her look with hoop earrings...
Saturday, January 28, 2023
"Appropriate Age For Motherhood Is 22 To 30 Years": Assam Chief Minister
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today said women should embrace motherhood at the "appropriate age" as it otherwise leads to medical complications. Speaking at a government function here, Mr Sarma iterated his government's commitment to stop underage marriages and motherhood.
His comments come in the backdrop of the state government deciding to bring stringent laws and evoking the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act to check child marriages and underage motherhood.
"Thousands of husbands will be arrested in the next...
US Plans To Process "Record" Number Of Visas For Indians In 2023: Official
The US embassy and its consulates in India plan to process a "record" number of visas for Indians this year, Mumbai Consular Chief John Ballard said, in view of delays and a backlog in almost every visa category.
Currently, the wait time for Indians applying for work visas ranges from 60-280 days, while for travellers, it is around one and a half years.
The external affairs ministry has raised the issue of visa delays with US authorities on several occasions as well as matters related to further ease issuing of visas for all categories of Indian...
BharatPe Reveals Founder Ashneer Grover's Salary. It Was...
The salary of top executives of BharatPe, including its founder Ashneer Grover and his wife Madhuri Jain Grover, has been revealed after a regulatory filing by the fintech startup. The ex-Shark Tank India judge earned Rs 1.69 crore in FY22 while his wife, who was BharatPe's head of controls, took home a salary of Rs 63 lakh, according to Moneycontrol.
The filings showed that the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BharatPe, Suhail Sameer, took home Rs 2.1 crore in FY22 and co-founder Shashvat Nakrani earned Rs 29.8 lakh during the same...
Pics: Masaba With Dad Viv Richards At Party Post Wedding To Satyadeep
Masaba Gupta and Satyadeep Misra, who had a court marriage on Friday, hosted an intimate post wedding party in Mumbai later that night. The party was attended by their family, including Masaba's parents Vivian Richards and Neena Gupta-step-father Vivek Mehra. Masaba and Satyadeep's close friends Sonam Kapoor, Dia Mirza, Konkona Sen Sharma and others were also pictured arriving at the venue. Vivian Richards, West Indies cricketing legend, looked handsome...
"Feeling Overwhelmed And...": Director Siddharth On Pathaan Success
Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan was one of the most awaited films of this year. And ever since its release, the movie has been breaking records at the box office. On seeing this response, director Siddharth Anand, in a statement, said that he is "feeling incredibly overwhelmed". The spy-thriller marked SRK's return to the big screens after four years and became the biggest opener in Hindi cinema with a record of Rs 55 crore. On breaking the records, the director said, "Scripting history. Everyone wants it, but one can't plan it. It just happens. And when...
US Panel to Vote on TikTok Ban Over National Security Concerns in February
The House Foreign Affairs Committee plans to hold a vote next month on a bill aimed at blocking the use of China's popular social media app TikTok in the United States, the committee confirmed on Friday.
The measure, planned by the panel's chair Representative Michael McCaul, a Republican, would aim to give the White House the legal tools to ban TikTok over US national security concerns.
"The concern is that this app gives the Chinese government a back door into our phones," McCaul told Bloomberg News, which reported the vote timing earlier.
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