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Liam Payne Reflects on Dreams, Self-Doubt and One Direction in Letter to Himself

Late singer Liam Payne wrote a heartfelt letter addressed to his younger self, reflecting on the highs and lows of his life and career. He acknowledged the hard work and perseverance needed to pursue one's dreams. Payne revisited key milestones such as his appearance on The X Factor and the formation of globally successful boyband One Direction. He also openly addressed personal struggles, including self-doubt and insecurity. The letter ultimately conveys a message of gratitude and the importance of appreciating past achievements.

After meeting, EC says officials will visit homes of those sent notices

Avengers Endgame: Encore Re-Release Surpasses Rs 15 Crore in Two Days

The re-release of Avengers: Endgame, titled Encore, has crossed the Rs 15 crore mark at the Indian box office within its first two days. On its second day, the film collected over Rs 7.65 crore, reflecting a 5.5% rise compared to its opening day earnings. The re-release is screening across approximately 3,700 theatres nationwide, with the English-language version outperforming other dubbed alternatives in both footfall and revenue. The film faces competition from other recent releases including Resident Evil, Primetime, and The Heart of the Beast.

Election Commission Defends Unanimous Decision-Making Process

The Election Commission of India has defended its internal decision-making process, asserting that decisions are taken unanimously. The commission emphasized that agenda items are circulated in advance to ensure informed deliberation among members. The statement appears to be a response to questions or criticism regarding how decisions are reached within the body. The EC's clarification underscores its stance on institutional transparency and collective decision-making.

Two Naga civilians killed, two injured in gun attack in Manipur

2 more Naga men killed as ethnic violence flares up in Manipur again

Wishy-washy statement, Election Commission in damage-control mode, says Congress

Iran keeps door open to talks as Trump rejects Hormuz proposal

Bangladesh to replace planned sculptures at historic sites

Awami members celebrating Hasina’s birthday under Bangladesh govt lens

‘Leo, Leo’ chants echo across Paris as 800,000 attend Pope Leo’s mass

Dale Earnhardt Jr. keeps 75+ wrecked NASCAR cars in a 'Racecar Graveyard' on his estate

NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. has amassed a collection of over 75 wrecked race cars on his North Carolina property. The collection, informally called the 'Racecar Graveyard', started with damaged vehicles from his own JR Motorsports team. It later grew to include cars tied to significant moments in NASCAR history. The collection expanded to such a scale that Earnhardt once spent nearly a year searching for a specific car somewhere on his own grounds.

4 killed as helicopter crashes in field in Canada’s Quebec, probe launched

Jaishankar at UNGA: Pakistan serial practitioner of terror, must face outcome

Higher EPF wage limit: Monthly PF contributions rise to Rs 3,917

Kharge, Sonia and Rahul pay homage to late PM Manmohan Singh

Reef Sounds Attract Up to 14x More Baby Fish in Hawaii Study

Scientists have found that broadcasting healthy coral reef sounds can significantly attract young fish larvae to degraded reef sites. The research was conducted at Kāne'ohe Bay in Hawaii, where larval fish presence increased 4 to 14 times at locations playing the recordings. However, the effect was temporary and did not persist beyond the playback period. Researchers believe acoustic restoration could be a useful tool in broader coral reef recovery efforts. The study calls for further investigation into the long-term effects of this approach on fish populations.

10 women dead in 2 months: South Africa probes possible links in Ekurhuleni killings

Salman Khan reprimands Bigg Boss 20 contestant Rhiti Tiwari over indecent language

Bigg Boss 20 host Salman Khan confronted contestant Rhiti Tiwari during the Weekend Ka Vaar episode over her use of derogatory language. He drew a comparison between her conduct and that of former contestant Dolly Bindra, known for her aggressive behavior on the show. Salman warned Rhiti that her words could tarnish the reputation of her father, politician and singer Manoj Tiwari. In contrast, fellow contestant Qazi Touqeer was praised by Salman for his dignified behavior. The host also touched on the subject of nepotism in the context of Rhiti's prominent family background.

BJP allies back EC, say opposition attacks undermine democracy