Author: Rahul M

As food prices continue to soar in Denmark, the government proposed removing a long-standing tax on chocolate and coffee to give some relief to consumers, officials said Friday.“We have chosen something that will have an immediate effect on Danes, who will immediately feel that they have more money at their disposal,” the country’s deputy prime minister, Troels Lund Poulsen, told Danish broadcaster TV2.The tax break, which would apply to all products containing cocoa, as well as to licorice, sugary cereals, some cakes, chewing gum and other sweets, would be the largest tax cut on groceries in the country in more…

India pacer Akash Deep has opened up about his controversial send-off he gave to England opener Ben Duckett during the decisive fifth and final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at The Oval. Akash dismissed Duckett for a quickfire 43 off 38 balls and was later seen putting an arm around the left-hander’s shoulders, exchanging words that led vice-captain KL Rahul to intervene and defuse the situation. The incident triggered debate among fans, with some even demanding ICC action against the Indian pacer. Taking about the incident, Akash Deep said that it was nothing more than a friendly exchange between the…

On this episode of “Uncanny Valley,” our senior business editor joins us to talk about the Trump administration’s deals with chipmakers, OpenAI’s potential $500 billion valuation—and ants.

Zimbabwe have announced a 16-man squad for the two-match one-day international (ODI) series against Sri Lanka, with veteran wicketkeeper-batter Brendan Taylor making a highly anticipated return to the national side.  The 39-year-old Taylor is set to make his ODI comeback for Zimbabwe after completing his ban for breaching the ICC’s anti-corruption code. He made his international comeback earlier this month, in the second Test against New Zealand in Bulawayo, and his previous ODI appearance was against Ireland in September 2021.  Zimbabwe Convener of Selectors David Mutendera believes Taylor’s presence in the squad will lift the dressing room.  Add Zee News…

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry on Monday condemned Woody Allen for speaking virtually at a Russian film festival over the weekend, calling his participation in the event “a disgrace and an insult” to the victims of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.According to Russian media, Allen spoke Sunday at the Moscow International Film Week via video conference. The appearance put him at odds with the Hollywood establishment, which has embraced the Ukraine cause during Russia’s 3 1/2-year war, with prominent actors signing on to the United24 crowdfunding initiative and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy making virtual appearances at past Golden Globes and Grammys…

Jessica Miglio/HBO Max Contains spoilers for “Peacemaker,” Season 2, Episode 1 — “The Ties That Grind” “Peacemaker” Season 2 has finally arrived (here’s our review), and fans are already buzzing — not just about the show, but about the recap of Season 1 that precedes the season premiere, “The Ties That Grind.” In it, we see one of the last scenes from the Season 1 finale, which features a cameo from Zack Snyder’s Justice League, but with a new twist: In place of the DCEU’s Justice League — Superman, Wonder…

For India’s fast-bowling unit, the five-Test Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England this summer was as much a test of endurance as it was of skill. Few embodied that balance better than Mohammed Siraj, who played all five Tests and led the attack with unrelenting intensity.  Teammate Akash Deep, who enjoyed a breakout tour himself, was all praise for the senior seamer, describing him as the ‘energy house’ of the Indian team. “We all saw what he did. He is full of energy — on the last day at The Oval he took responsibility as the leader of the pace attack and…

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar recalled his battles with Australian legends Glenn McGrath and late spin wizard Shane Warne, while also taking a playful dig at former international umpire Steve Bucknor, who made several questionable decisions on the batting legend while umpiring during his career.   Sachin went on a trip down memory lane and provided some fine insights into the modern game to his fans during an ‘Ask Me Anything’ session on Reddit.   Speaking on if he had ever played a false shot to disturb a bowler’s rhythm or test his reaction, Sachin said, “Yes, on many occasions…

Jaipur Pink Panthers on Monday announced Nitin Rawal as the captain and Reza Mirbagheri as the vice-captain for the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League Season 12. Nitin, who first joined the Pink Panthers in Season 5 as a New Young Player (NYP), was with the team until Season 8 and has rejoined the squad this year. Over the years, he has developed into a mature, dependable all-rounder whose experience and leadership qualities make him the natural choice to lead a youthful and energetic Jaipur side this season. Joining him in leadership will be Reza Mirbagheri, who has been appointed as Vice-Captain.…

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has ordered bail for former Bahujan Samaj Party MLC Mohammed Haji Iqbal’s four sons, whose latest arrest was on 13 August, while also instructing the Uttar Pradesh government not to take them into custody in any new FIR lodged hereinafter. Disposing a petition filed by Iqbal’s sons, namely Wazid, Javed, Afzal and Alishan, the apex court Friday noted their apprehensions that they might be arrested in a new case after their release. The four were arrested 13 August, just a day after the Allahabad High Court granted them bail in a case registered in 2022.…