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A Kashmiri artisan is turning weeds pulled from Srinagar's famous Dal Lake into a new ingredient for the centuries-old craft of papier-mache, one of Kashmir's best-known traditional art forms.

Kate Beckinsale has questioned reports that she regularly receives facials and manicures, saying the public description of her beauty routine did not reflect her own experience.

From a distance, it looks as though a giant spaceship has just landed in the palm tree-dotted streets near downtown Los Angeles.

Sri Lanka's famed seafood shack Beach Wadiya has hosted royalty including Britain's Princess Anne and sporting legends such as cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, but now faces demolition under a government-ordered coastal clean-up.

President Donald Trump said on September 14 that Iran wanted an agreement and that he would decide whether the United States took part in efforts to reach one.

NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Lithuania, the Baltic state's president said Tuesday, in the latest security incident on the alliance's eastern flank during Russia's war with Ukraine.

Horror-comedy series "Widow's Bay" and gritty hospital drama "The Pitt" on Monday swept up acting awards at the Emmys, and were poised for even bigger wins with the final prizes still up for grabs.

Vserv Infosystems aims to increase revenue to about ₹1,000 crore by 2030, with artificial intelligence and international expansion central to its plans, chief operating officer Raman Shukla said on September 14.

The brightest stars in television hit the red carpet Monday for the Emmy Awards, television's equivalent of the Oscars, and they certainly gave fashion fans something to talk about.

India notified changes to the Payment and Settlement Act on September 14 barring bank charges on Unified Payments Interface transactions of up to ₹2,000, equivalent to $20.93 in the source report.

The US Supreme Court dealt a major blow Monday to President Donald Trump's attempts to restrict mail-in voting before the November midterm elections, denying his request to lift an order halting the divisive plan.

India’s government has summoned Air India’s chief executive after three Italian nationals allegedly departed through Delhi airport without mandatory immigration clearance, sources told businessline.

The Los Angeles Dodgers, seeking a third straight World Series crown, booked their playoff berth Monday with a 4-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds.

New Zealand authorities failed to act on prior warnings that a man who went on the run with his kids for four years had a stash of guns and fears he would kidnap his children, an inquiry into a case that drew global headlines found Tuesday.

The furious debate over artificial intelligence has hardened into warring camps -- and a cautious middle.

Brazilian tribal chief Raoni Metuktire, the most recognized face of the fight to save the Amazon rainforest, has gastrointestinal cancer and is receiving palliative care at home, his organization said Monday.

GAC Commercial Vehicle announced its debut at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 in Hannover, Germany, presenting autonomous and battery-swapping heavy trucks alongside new light commercial vehicle concepts under its MONTX brand.

HFCL has increased its planned manufacturing investment to approximately ₹1,800 crore after approving further expansion of optical fibre, optical fibre cable and preform production.

EU countries on Monday delayed a deadline for prolonging sanctions on Russia over the Ukraine war after France pushed for billionaire Alisher Usmanov to be removed from a blacklist.

The Emmy Awards kicked off Monday in Los Angeles to celebrate television's brightest stars, with horror-comedy series "Widow's Bay" and gritty hospital drama "The Pitt" expecting to win big.

Thai wildlife investigators are using social media monitoring and undercover surveillance to locate illegally traded animals, while rescued creatures often require treatment before they can be moved to sanctuaries.

Gold & silver Resource upgrades pending, PFS on track for Q1 CY27

Smith+Nephew announces pricing of its cash tender offer for up to $250 million of its outstanding 2.032% notes due 2030

Acquisition Provides Operational Capital to Drive Health Lives Here Campaign and Expand Services into Cancer Management

ROCKPORT, MA / ACCESS Newswire / September 15, 2026 / As federal debt surpassed $40 trillion in 2026, financial educator, wealth strategist and retirement income planner, Gary Cowles, is launching a series of complimentary public briefings. These are designed to help affluent retirees preserve their assets from what he calls "the six financial storms" threatening retirement sustainability (Source: U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), Report GAO-25-107138, November 7, 2024).

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 15, 2026 / Recycled plastic used to be treated like a gesture. A favor to the planet. A sustainability talking point. A way for companies to say they were trying.

Big & Rich with Cowboy Troy, Craig Morgan, American Rebel (OTCID:AREB) CEO Andy Ross, and Jacob Smalley & The Morgan County Line united patriotic fans on September 11, 2026, to honor First Responders, remember the fallen and stand together for America.A presenting sponsor of Black Oak Amphitheater - "Missouri's Premier Outdoor Concert Venue!" - American Rebel Light Beer thanks the venue and its fans and rallies support for upcoming concerts and the road to 2027.

Fashion label Luar uses blue agave leather in runway collection, merging the cultural caches of liquor and fashion to build consumer awareness

The Best Plastic Surgeon in Seattle is Dr. Sajan as Featured in Seattle Mag and Seattle Met Magazine

The new Sunday-evening kickoff launched the six-day faith conference on July 26 at 6 p.m. at the Fort Worth Convention Center, featuring worship from singer-songwriter Anna Golden and a message from Pastor Robert Madu, with free admission for all attendees.

Veteran technology sales leader joins the San Antonio firm to help scale its sales organization, deepen client relationships, and support continued growth.

A job may look profitable in the field, but at month-end, final costs can show it earned less than expected. Finance Hub gives the field and finance one consistent view of the job from start to finish.