Author: Kumail Mehdi

Comedian Joe Lycett, known for his role on Travel Man, has shared the exciting news that he’s become a father for the first time! Lycett announced on Instagram that his partner recently gave birth to their son, expressing his joy and gratitude for his new role as a dad. Heartfelt Thank-You to Birmingham Women’s Hospital In his post, Lycett praised the staff at Birmingham Women’s Hospital, where his son was born, highlighting the exceptional care his partner and child received. Appreciation for Staff: Lycett shared that this wasn’t his first experience with the hospital; they had previously cared for a…

The Washington Post Breaks Tradition In a move that has surprised readers and sparked immediate controversy, The Washington Post announced it will not endorse any candidate in the upcoming presidential election, breaking a tradition that dates back to 1976. Decision Not to Endorse Kamala Harris According to a recent article by two staff reporters, The Post’s editorial staff had planned to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris over former President Donald Trump. However, the paper cited two sources claiming that the decision not to publish the endorsement was made by Jeff Bezos, Amazon’s founder and the owner of The Post. Reaction…

Ben Shelton and Arthur Fils have become the first semifinalists at the Swiss Indoors in Basel. After defeating Stan Wawrinka, the American Shelton also managed to eliminate top-seeded Andrey Rublev. Following Stan Wawrinka, Andrey Rublev found himself struggling against the powerful serve of the left-handed Ben Shelton (ATP 23). Like Wawrinka on Thursday, the world number 7 from Russia had break-point opportunities—six in total—but was unable to break the American’s serve. After just over two and a quarter hours, Shelton, who like Rublev is making his debut in Basel, converted his first match point, winning 7-5, 6-7 (3-7), 6-4. Arthur…

Background: Lorne Michaels’ Perspective on Shane Gillis’ Firing Lorne Michaels, creator of Saturday Night Live (SNL), recently disclosed in an interview with The Wall Street Journal that NBC made the decision to remove comedian Shane Gillis from the show in 2019. Michaels shared that he was upset by this decision, believing Gillis was a promising talent. Michaels’ Take: “He said something stupid, but it got blown out of proportion,” Michaels, now 79, expressed. “I was angry because I thought we hadn’t shown what he could do, and I believed he was the real thing.” The Incident: What Led to Shane…

As the 21st century progresses, the term New World Order is becoming more significant than ever. With shifting global power dynamics, economic re-alignments, and geopolitical conflicts, the world is rapidly moving towards a new global structure that challenges the long-established dominance of Western powers, particularly the U.S.-led world order. One of the recent catalysts in accelerating this transformation has been the escalating conflict between Israel and Gaza. This conflict has exposed deep-rooted divides in global politics, with emerging alliances challenging the existing power structures. In this comprehensive overview, we will explore how these shifts are reshaping the international order and…

YouTuber MrBeast, alongside Logan Paul and KSI, launched Lunchly, a grab-and-go snack kit targeting kids as a healthier alternative to Lunchables. However, the brand is now under fire, with claims that some meals contained mold, sparking concerns about food safety. Key Allegations: Rosanna Pansino, a prominent MrBeast critic, shared photos and videos showing moldy cheese in Lunchly products. She warned, “This is not safe for children,” pointing to a North Korean news-like scandal in the online world of YouTube influencers. Mold Claims Spread on Social Media: Before Pansino’s viral post, other users also reported finding mold in Lunchly kits. The…

Key Developments: The U.S. confirmed evidence of North Korean troops stationed in Russia to assist in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war. South Korean lawmakers reported that 3,000 soldiers from North Korea are already in Russia, with plans to send 10,000 by December. US Concerns: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin voiced concerns about North Korea’s involvement, warning that their participation would be “serious.” This development suggests a manpower crisis in the Russian military. North Korea’s Response: Both Russia and North Korea have denied the claims, labeling them “fake news” and “groundless rumors.” North Korean news sources continue to reject these allegations. South…

Beirut, Oct 23 – Upon her arrival in Beirut, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock expressed deep concern over the escalating humanitarian crisis in Lebanon. She highlighted the growing desperation as hundreds of thousands flee their homes, families are torn apart, and hospitals reach capacity. “Lebanon is on the verge of collapse,” Baerbock warned. She also condemned militants hiding among civilians and launching missiles at Israel from Lebanon, calling such actions “unacceptable.” However, Baerbock emphasized that Israel must balance its right to self-defense with adherence to international humanitarian law to safeguard innocent lives. Baerbock reiterated Germany’s support for UN peacekeepers in…

Moscow, Oct 23 – Senior Hamas official Mousa Abu Marzouk arrived in Moscow for a planned visit, according to Russia’s state-run news agency RIA Novosti. Citing a diplomatic source, the report stated that Abu Marzouk, a member of the Hamas politburo, is expected to engage in several meetings with Russian officials. While details of these meetings have not been disclosed, Russia maintains relationships with key Middle Eastern players, including Israel, Iran, Lebanon, the Palestinian Authority, and Hamas. Moscow has repeatedly attributed the ongoing Middle Eastern crisis to the failure of U.S. diplomatic efforts. The Russian government has called for an…

Iran’s top cyber defence official, Gholamreza Jalali, has reported that ongoing Israeli cyberattacks targeting Iranian interests are being effectively countered by a robust “layer-by-layer” defence strategy. Speaking at a press conference in Tehran, Jalali mentioned that Israel’s intelligence unit, Unit 8200, suffered significant setbacks during the October 7 cyberattacks. However, he did not disclose specifics on Iran’s countermeasures amid growing concerns of potential Israeli military action. Highlighting the vulnerabilities of relying on foreign technology, Jalali referenced the failures of pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah as examples of how external systems can be exploited by adversaries. He stressed the importance…