Author: Onu Akter

Chloé Zhao opened her latest film, “Hamnet,” at Telluride with a rare vulnerability, pausing before the lights went down. Unlike a typical premiere where a director says a few words and exits, Zhao invited the audience to join a meditative ritual she had practiced with the cast throughout filming. Attendees closed their eyes, placed hands over their hearts, and exhaled together, repeating softly: “This is my heart. This is my heart. This is my heart.” The ritual set the tone for a film about the intimate pain of William Shakespeare’s family life. Adapted from Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 novel, “Hamnet” follows…

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A17 5G in India, marking the newest addition to its popular Galaxy A series. This model is the slimmest smartphone in its segment at just 7.5 mm and weighs 192 grams, making it easy to handle. It builds on the success of the Galaxy A16 5G, one of Samsung’s best-selling smartphones in the country. The Galaxy A17 5G continues the series’ tradition of bringing premium features to a wider audience. It offers a sleek design, strong performance, and smart AI capabilities at an affordable price, making it one of the most attractive options for…

Dubai’s population has surpassed four million, presenting a major challenge for the city’s transport system. With roads often congested, authorities are working to ensure that residents have efficient ways to move around. The city is expanding its Metro network through the Blue Line megaproject, upgrading bus routes, and developing the Etihad Rail network. Taxis, bikes, and e-scooters are increasingly popular, but private cars remain the main choice for many residents. Experts say high-density development, better public transport links, subsidized bus passes, and a cultural shift away from car dependence are essential to make Dubai’s transport system more efficient. The city’s…

A common nasal spray may help prevent Covid infections, according to new clinical trial results. Azelastine, an over-the-counter antihistamine used for seasonal allergies, has shown antiviral activity against several respiratory viruses, including influenza, RSV, and SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid. In Germany, scientists at Saarland University Hospital tested the spray on 450 adults, mostly in their early 30s. Half of the participants used azelastine, applying one puff in each nostril three times a day. The other half used a placebo spray with the same routine. All participants tested themselves for Covid twice a week over nearly two months. By…

Labor may be forced to release immediate funding for in-home aged care as opposition and crossbench senators unite in the Senate. The government has been criticized for not addressing growing shortages ahead of a new system due in November. Delays in aged care services dominated federal parliament discussions on Monday. The Coalition used its questions in both the House of Representatives and the Senate to highlight widespread community frustration. A Senate inquiry last week revealed that more than 121,000 Australians are waiting for assessments for in-home support. The official waitlist for approved recipients already exceeds 87,000 people. Currently, around 2,700…

Nintendo has released the latest Nintendo Switch 2 update, version 20.4.0, which is now rolling out to all system owners. This update focuses mainly on system stability, so players hoping for new features or major changes may be disappointed. The update continues Nintendo’s trend of keeping console software stable and reliable. The patch notes for version 20.4.0 are identical for both the original Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. This means the improvements are designed to enhance performance on both systems, ensuring smoother gameplay and fewer technical issues. Firmware updates have been relatively minor but are released regularly. Nintendo prioritizes…

Being cast in the Marvel Cinematic Universe can skyrocket an actor’s career. The franchise has grown so popular that landing any role, hero or villain, can secure a place in Hollywood history. Over the years, several big-name stars passed on Marvel roles for various reasons, giving us the familiar cast we now love. Imagine if Tom Cruise had played Iron Man—it would have been a very different Marvel world. Before Ben Affleck took on Daredevil in 2003, Matt Damon was Marvel’s first choice. Damon admitted he loved the character but didn’t know the director’s work well, so he declined. Given…

I Fought the Law review – Sheridan Smith delivers unforgettable performance The true story of Ann Ming and her daughter’s murder forms the heart of the gripping drama I Fought the Law. In 1989, 22-year-old Julie Ming was killed, sparking her mother’s 30-year fight to change the double jeopardy law so her daughter’s killer could face justice again. The series is intense, heartbreaking, and showcases the human cost of loss and injustice. The drama succeeds in two key ways. First, it focuses on the personal struggle rather than the legal change itself. The overturning of a centuries-old law is remarkable,…

WhatsApp has issued a warning about a serious security flaw that may have been used in attacks against specific users. Meta, the company behind the messaging app, revealed the vulnerability in a security advisory last week. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-55177, involves incomplete authorization of linked device synchronization messages. This weakness could allow an unrelated user to process content from any URL on a target’s device. Meta also referenced a zero-click vulnerability recently patched by Apple, CVE-2025-43300, suggesting that both flaws might have been exploited in highly targeted attacks. Experts believe the attacks are sophisticated. Donncha Ó Cearbhaill, head of…

The Cleetwood Cove Trail at Oregon’s Crater Lake National Park will close for several years as part of a major rehabilitation project. The mile-long trail is the park’s only lake access, winding down through pine forests and offering glimpses of the lake’s deep blue waters. Hikers have long marveled at the trail’s scenic views, but years of erosion, rockfalls, and fallen trees have made the trail increasingly unsafe. The park has relied on annual maintenance for decades, but officials say the damage has now reached a point where temporary fixes are no longer sufficient. “The trail has been worn down…