The Long Read
Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness
Lionel Messi's father and agent Jorge dies at the age of 68 following a long illness.
Trump's dramatic plane swap hints at personal stakes of Iran war
It marks another striking episode in the turbulent history of his relationship with Iran, writes Anthony Zurcher.
These seaside apartments were a ghost city - then police say scammers moved in
Malaysia's Forest City was pitched as "paradise" but last month police raided it over alleged scam operations.
Children as young as nine hurt in growing number of e-scooter crashes
Three trauma centres - Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield - say they have treated nearly 500 casualties under the age of 16.
Gen Alpha students storm DM office in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, over road construction
Over 200 Gen Alpha students protest in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, demanding urgent road construction for safer school access.
WorldAll world
Trump's dramatic plane swap hints at personal stakes of Iran war
It marks another striking episode in the turbulent history of his relationship with Iran, writes Anthony Zurcher.
Cinema & Streaming
— reviews · box office · interviewsCover Review★★★★½
‘Police Company’: Ram Gopal Varma announces crime-drama headlined Harshvardhan Rane
Ram Gopal Varma announced his return to the crime and gangster genre with Police Company, an actioner inspired by true events, with actor Harshvardhan Rane playing Mumbai’s renowned encounter specialist Daya Nayak.
‘Mirzapur The Movie’ trailer: Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal promise blood and gore on big-screen
The trailer of Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal and Divyenndu’s upcoming action-thriller, Mirzapur The Movie was unveiled by the makers on Tuesday (August 11, 2026).
Irshad Kamil on ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ and writing songs that belong to everyone
The popular lyricist and poet breaks down the process of working on the earworms, ‘Vo Nahin’, ‘Tere Paas Mai’ and ‘Kya Kamaal Hai’ from Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’, and more
PoliticsAll politics
Gen Alpha students storm DM office in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, over road construction
Over 200 Gen Alpha students protest in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, demanding urgent road construction for safer school access.
Local · BangaloreMore local
‘Saw them being buried under a heap of soil within a matter of seconds‘
“I screamed ‘niklo, niklo’ (get out) as soon as I saw the soil loosening and caving in. But they had very little time to move. I saw them being buried under a heap of soil. All this unfolded within a matter of seconds,” said Srinivas, who runs a condiments stall directly opposite
New Kuvempu theme park inaugurated in HBR Layout
Kuvempu Theme Park inaugurated in HBR Layout, Bengaluru, offering green space and amenities for the community's enjoyment.
Labourers’ deaths put spotlight back on construction site safety
Labourers' deaths at a Bengaluru construction site highlight urgent safety concerns and demand stricter regulations for worker protection.
Crime WatchAll cases
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‘Uncle sends his regards’: Mumbai thieves use innovative WhatsApp codes to run pickpocket gang
The WhatsApp codes were allegedly used to know if every gang member was safe, if anyone was caught by the cops or if the day’s planning could be executed. | India News
Update11 Aug
Cash-at-residence row: Inquiry report on Justice Yashwant Varma to be tabled in Lok Sabha
The probe panel had submitted its findings to the Lok Sabha Speaker in May. | India News
Probe11 Aug
CAG detects irregularities in PMAY-G, Jal Jeevan Mission, MGNREGA implementation in Jharkhand
Over 6.32 lakh eligible households remained uncovered under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) due to deficient planning. | India News
Court11 Aug
'Through the big contacts I have...': Prashant Kishor assures jobs for 10,000 youngsters in Bankipur
Prashant Kishor said that apart from facilitating jobs, he will work towards improving the education system and providing food grains. | India News
Awards & Honours
— recognising the people behind the year's quieter wins★
HonourWilliam H. Macy, Shawn Hatosy and Troy Kotsur Among Astra TV Awards Honorees; Lisa Ann Walter Set as Host
William H. Macy, Shawn Hatosy and Troy Kotsur are all receiving honors from the Astra TV Awards while Lisa Ann Walter will host the ceremony.
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HonourJames Gray Says AI Is ‘Worthless’ and Young People Won’t Stand for It: They ‘Have a Real Hunger for Interesting, Honest Stuff’
'Paper Tiger' director James Gray talks 'worthless' AI and explains why his best work is still ahead of him – despite Locarno's lifetime achievement award
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HonourIsabella Rossellini Talks Lynch, ‘Green Porno’ and How Animals Became Her Favorite ‘Muses’: ‘They Fascinate Me’
Isabella Rossellini Receives the Excellence Award at Locarno, talks David Lynch, her series 'Green Porno' and love for animals
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HonourPrincess Grace Foundation Announces 18 Winners and 11 Honoraria Recipients for 2026 Awards
The Princess Grace Foundation announced its Prince Grace Award winners and Honoraria recipients, which will be honored at its annual gala Jan. 30.
Health & WellbeingAll health
Children as young as nine hurt in growing number of e-scooter crashes
Three trauma centres - Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield - say they have treated nearly 500 casualties under the age of 16.
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Politics
Maharashtra snake bite deaths: Fadnavis orders cancellation of licence of tribal residential school
Maharashtra CM cancels tribal school's licence after snake bite deaths, calls for stricter inspections and suspensions.
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Crime
‘Trump, Modi have good working relations; will work it out’: US official amid 100% tariff threat
The Lindsey Graham Bill passed by the US Senate can levy tariffs on top five countries that purchase Russian crude, which includes India and China. | India News
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Sports
A coup for Bezos and a windfall for FSG - where does deal leave Liverpool?
Why investment by a group including Jeff Bezos would not make a marked difference to Liverpool's spending power - and might sit uneasily with fans.
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Sports
Unhappy PSG given extra Super Cup dressing room
Champions League winners Paris St-Germain were unhappy with the space they were given at Red Bull Arena.