World News · Oct 4, 2026
Apple has begun offering Apple Pay in India through a partnership with Axis Bank, initially supporting Axis-issued credit cards on Visa and Mastercard. The launch gives Apple a presence in one of the world’s largest digital payments markets, but it leaves India’s homegrown UPI rails and RuPay debit cards outside the initial rollout, sparking debate over competition, fees and how Apple will integrate with India’s payments ecosystem.
Lifestyle & Entertainment · Oct 2, 2026
After an old interview resurfaced this week, actor Dennis Trillo asked fans to stop the cycle of online attacks, urging empathy for the children involved and a return to respectful dialogue among supporters.
Hollywood · Sep 28, 2026
A coalition of filmmakers, press freedom groups and industry advocates filed formal papers on Monday to oppose the settlement that would allow Paramount Skydance to proceed with its acquisition of Warner Bros., arguing the deal will concentrate media power and entrench editorial risks for major U.S. news outlets.
Hollywood · Sep 28, 2026
Sam Mendes’ four film Beatles project has resumed UK location shooting this month, with large scale sets and the cast spotted across Liverpool and smaller heritage towns such as Saltaire. The production is bringing economic activity, road closures and fresh debate over on street filming to communities that helped shape the band’s story.
Lifestyle & Entertainment · Sep 24, 2026
The 51st Toronto International Film Festival returned to Toronto with a record slate of films, a strong showing of Canadian premieres and runaway red carpet fashion, even as the industry and audiences grappled with questions about artificial intelligence and cultural priorities.
