london piccadilly circus

london piccadilly circus New Delhi: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday questioned why ‘Adani’ was expunged from her speech and asked if it is an unparliamentary word. In her maiden speech in the Lok Sabha on Friday, Priyanka Gandhi had said it seems Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not understood that it is “Bharat ka Samvidhan” and not “Sangh ka Vidhan”. Asked about BJP’s criticism of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi’s speech, she told reporters on Saturday, “This is the job of the BJP. They don’t want to talk on real issues. The speech that I have given, only Adani has been expunged from it.” “Is Adani unparliamentary word? They can take anyone’s name, we can’t take Adani’s name?” she said. The newly elected Wayanad MP claimed during a debate on the Constitution in the Lok Sabha that had it not been for the Lok Sabha poll results, the ruling party would have started changing the Constitution., the name synonymous with transforming the into a global sports juggernaut, is now making waves in a different arena: . After building the into an empire, White hinted earlier this year at a serious foray into the boxing world. That intention took its first tangible step in September with the vs. bout in Dublin, hosted under the banner. The event, marked by slick production and effective promotion, was a shot across the bow for traditional boxing promoters. Among those taking notice was British boxing heavyweight , who admitted during a candid moment on the that he envies White's level of control within the . , sent ripples through both sports industries, sparking a discussion about whether could disrupt the fragmented world of boxing. Addressing during an interview on the , White didn't hold back. While acknowledging the difficulties of negotiations in any sport, he pushed back on the idea that his job was any easier. . The difference refers to lies in , which often span multiple fights, creating stability for fighters and predictability for promoters. , in contrast, operates on a fight-by-fight basis, where contracts are negotiated for every bout. It's a system that , let alone achieve the streamlined efficiency. Dana White's boxing ambitions: A battle of models and philosophies This clash of philosophies comes as stir both curiosity and skepticism. British promoters, , have questioned whether White can . Hearn suggested that White might focus on developing a rather than -a strategy that could how boxing promotions are built. also reignites discussions about fighter pay, an issue brought into sharp focus by . Since leaving the , Ngannou has pursued high-profile boxing bouts, reportedly earning around despite losses to and . While Ngannou's story underscores , White has remained dismissive of the narrative surrounding his former fighter. White said at a recent press conference. His response highlights the ongoing tension between and the , with White firmly defending the sustainability of his approach. As doubles down on his push into boxing, the battle between two promotional philosophies seems destined to escalate. Whether will thrive in boxing or face resistance from its entrenched traditions remains to be seen. For now, may be the first of many acknowledgments that is forcing a rethink in the fight game.

Drop in Boxing Day footfall ‘signals return to declining pre-pandemic levels’There are millions of movies, and these 20 are among the best of them all. 'The Godfather' The Godfather is still referenced in today’s media and is a classic. There was no way this film could've flopped from its cast to its script to its director. For many fans of The Godfather , the only movie better is the sequel. 'The Sound of Music' Not many musicals have as much universal acclaim as The Sound of Music . A compelling drama, a beautiful love story, and arguably Rodgers and Hammerstein’s best work, this film is ageless and always a great watch. 'The Wizard of Oz' Few films have been watched by as many people as The Wizard of Oz . Anyone who hasn’t seen it can still do so because it’s still syndicated regularly. If that doesn’t illustrate its staying power, not much else can. 'Singin’ in the Rain' Singin’ in the Rain has tons going for it that make fans think it’s perfect. It has fantastic music and choreography. The story is entertaining and just the right amount of silly. And it’s got an exceptional cast. 'Gone with the Wind' Gone with the Wind is very long and requires a significant commitment if you’re going to watch it, but fans will tell you it’s worth every second. The Oscar-winning period piece features Clark Gable and Vivienne Leigh at their best, and who can forget about Hattie McDaniel’s work? 'Casablanca' Casablanca is the blueprint for all romantic films, and that will never change. Only the most iconic pieces of media feature bits that are recognized even by people who haven’t consumed them, and Casablanca fits the bill with lines like, “Here’s looking at you, kid.” 'Citizen Kane' Citizen Kane has been written about at length to praise it for its cinematic achievement. It’s still one of the best examples of narrative structure and cinematography, and there have been literally millions of films made since Citizen Kane was released. 'It’s a Wonderful Life' If there’s only one Christmas movie you see in your lifetime, it should be It’s a Wonderful Life . The film didn’t get its due when it first came out, but it’s since emerged as one of the greatest films of all time, and it’s widely considered the best holiday film of all time. 'The Shawshank Redemption' Yes, films made in the ‘90s are considered classics now. The Shawshank Redemption is marked by many of its achievements, including its script, cinematography, and outstanding performances. It’s still one of Morgan Freeman ’s best films. '12 Angry Men' 12 Angry Men is considered a masterpiece by many. Noted for its character development and dialogue, the film is a great model for anyone who wants to make a film with important themes and significant social commentary. 'Jaws' You could argue that Jaws is the best film in history, and you’d have lots of evidence and supporters. You could also argue that it’s the most impactful film in history, and for that, you’d also have lots of evidence and lots of supporters. 'Forrest Gump' Tom Hanks has a long and illustrious filmography, and at the top for a swath of both his fans and critics is Forrest Gump . But not just Tom Hanks fans like this film. It’s got the love of millions of cinephiles and casual movie watchers alike. 'The Princess Bride' Robin Wright is an underrated star. She was in both Forrest Gump and The Princess Bride . But Wright’s not the only reason The Princess Bride is hailed as a perfect film by so many. It has great dialogue, iconic characters, and many hilarious lines. '2001: A Space Odyssey' If you haven’t seen 2001: A Space Odyssey , you’ve undoubtedly seen some sort of reference to it in another movie. Watch it to see the special effects and production value that have made it classic in so many people’s eyes. 'Pulp Fiction' Some have criticized Pulp Fiction for its violence, but most who’ve seen the film say that only adds to its value. The film has been praised for its writing and aesthetic, and it’s at least partially responsible for keeping black bobs always en vogue. 'Psycho' Psycho is the horror movie prototype. Other horror films have become classics of cinema and highly regarded for the genre, but none have quite reached the widespread acclaim and accepted levels of perfection like Psycho . 'Spirited Away' It’s rare that an animated film gets such widespread acclaim, but anyone who’s seen Spirited Away will attest to its greatness. And it’s not just great to audiences by animated standards. It’s a great film, period. 'Titanic' Titanic was wonderfully directed and had an incredibly compelling script. It took a historical event and made it accessible to everyone. Only a fraction of people would care about the Titanic sinking if it weren’t for the film. 'Schindler’s List' Schindler’s List is one of the few examples of a movie that was arguably better than the book. Additionally, the film is unbelievably good. The performances, direction, cinematography, screenplay, and editing could not have been better. 'When Harry Met Sally...' Is there a romantic comedy as good as When Harry Met Sally... ? Nora Ephron hit her peak with that script, and what a high peak it was. Even those who don’t particularly enjoy rom-coms can find enjoyment in When Harry Met Sally... Acacia Deadrick is a South Dakota-based writer who has written for sites such as Nicki Swift, The List, and Glam. She loves music and all things pop culture, and she can be found watching TV, completing a crossword puzzle, or reading in her spare time.

Holiday gift ideas for the movie lover, from bios and books to a status tote

3 questions facing UW women’s basketball with schedule ramping up | AnalysisNow Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens can rest a bit. They've certainly earned it. Baltimore's 31-2 rout of Houston on Wednesday capped a sweep of a grueling stretch of three games in 11 days. Baltimore looked like a Super Bowl contender while handling the Giants, Steelers and Texans. A win next week would give the Ravens the AFC North title — and a third MVP award for Jackson seems to be very much in play. “These guys took these three games in 11 days and smashed it, obliterated it, tore it up and made into a bunch of smithereens laying around everywhere,” coach John Harbaugh said. “I’m proud of the guys (and) how they did it. They did a great job.” Jackson’s passer rating is up to 121.6 on the season. The NFL record is 122.5 by Aaron Rodgers in 2011. Derrick Henry has 1,783 yards rushing, the second most of his career. Justin Tucker, who has struggled to an alarming degree this season, made a 52-yard field goal that went right down the middle in the first quarter Wednesday. A win next week would be Baltimore's 12th of the season — only one behind the number that gave the Ravens the league's best regular-season record in 2023. They won't be the top seed this season, but a victory over Cleveland in Week 18 would mean a division title. Baltimore can also win the division if Pittsburgh loses to Cincinnati. “I believe how our season has gone — the regular season — it just explains how the NFL is. It really doesn’t matter how you start off. It’s about how you finish," Jackson said. "And I believe we’re finishing pretty well right now.” The Ravens lost their first two games of the season, but their open date came right before this tough 11-day stretch, which may have helped. Now they get some extra time to prepare for Cleveland. What's working The Ravens outrushed Houston 251-58, with Jackson scoring on a 48-yard run and Henry racing through big holes from the outset. Jackson passed Michael Vick to take over first place on the NFL's career list for yards rushing by a quarterback. The MVP odds at BetMGM on Thursday showed Buffalo’s Josh Allen (-250) as the favorite, but Jackson (+160) was by no means a long shot. “I’ve seen a lot of great plays from Lamar Jackson,” Harbaugh said. “I told him I was proud of him. I’m not just proud of him just because he makes great plays. I’m proud of him for all the things that go into making great plays and also for all the things he’s overcome along the way.” What needs work The Ravens have cycled through punt returners of late, and newcomer Steven Sims did not have much success in that area Wednesday. He was tackled at his 6-yard line on one return, and when a penalty made Houston do that punt over, the ball bounced inside the 10 and was downed at the 4, leading to a safety and the Texans' only points of the game. Stock up The Baltimore defense, such a liability at times earlier this season, held Houston without a point offensively. C.J. Stroud was sacked five times and threw an interception, and Joe Mixon rushed for only 26 yards. “I’d say we’ve come full circle,” cornerback Marlon Humphrey said. “It’s always good when you can have their offense not score. You’ve got to say you played pretty well. This is a testament to it all kind of coming together. I felt the coaching was there, and I just felt as players, ‘What is the formula to continue to get high percentages of 11 guys doing 11 guys’ jobs?’” Stock down Keaton Mitchell and Rasheen Ali managed only 17 yards on 12 carries. Justice Hill's absence following a concussion left Baltimore without an effective change-of-pace back to pair with Henry. Injuries Ali injured his hip in the third quarter and didn’t return, another blow to Baltimore's running back depth. Key numbers After a 99-yard touchdown drive in the second quarter, the Ravens now have 10 TD drives of 90-plus yards this season. That's the most in the NFL since at least 2000. Up next The Ravens face a Cleveland team that has only three wins entering Week 17 — although one of those victories was against Baltimore. The Ravens allowed 401 yards in a 29-24 loss at Cleveland in late October.

RFP Financial Group LLC trimmed its stake in shares of Amazon.com, Inc. ( NASDAQ:AMZN ) by 23.4% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 8,640 shares of the e-commerce giant’s stock after selling 2,645 shares during the quarter. RFP Financial Group LLC’s holdings in Amazon.com were worth $1,610,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Several other large investors also recently modified their holdings of AMZN. China Universal Asset Management Co. Ltd. lifted its holdings in shares of Amazon.com by 31.6% during the 1st quarter. China Universal Asset Management Co. Ltd. now owns 182,359 shares of the e-commerce giant’s stock worth $32,894,000 after acquiring an additional 43,759 shares during the period. Quent Capital LLC raised its position in Amazon.com by 3.3% during the first quarter. Quent Capital LLC now owns 33,729 shares of the e-commerce giant’s stock valued at $6,084,000 after purchasing an additional 1,081 shares in the last quarter. Empirical Finance LLC lifted its stake in Amazon.com by 3.6% during the first quarter. Empirical Finance LLC now owns 318,667 shares of the e-commerce giant’s stock worth $57,481,000 after purchasing an additional 11,133 shares during the last quarter. Envestnet Portfolio Solutions Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of Amazon.com by 10.4% in the 1st quarter. Envestnet Portfolio Solutions Inc. now owns 519,213 shares of the e-commerce giant’s stock valued at $93,656,000 after purchasing an additional 48,933 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Motive Wealth Advisors increased its stake in shares of Amazon.com by 74.7% in the 1st quarter. Motive Wealth Advisors now owns 8,224 shares of the e-commerce giant’s stock valued at $1,483,000 after purchasing an additional 3,516 shares during the last quarter. 72.20% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. Insider Transactions at Amazon.com In other Amazon.com news, SVP David Zapolsky sold 2,190 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 24th. The shares were sold at an average price of $195.00, for a total value of $427,050.00. Following the transaction, the senior vice president now directly owns 62,420 shares in the company, valued at $12,171,900. The trade was a 3.39 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website . Also, insider Jeffrey P. Bezos sold 2,996,362 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Friday, November 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $208.85, for a total value of $625,790,203.70. Following the completion of the sale, the insider now directly owns 917,416,976 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $191,602,535,437.60. This represents a 0.33 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Insiders have sold 6,011,423 shares of company stock worth $1,249,093,896 in the last 90 days. Insiders own 10.80% of the company’s stock. Amazon.com Stock Down 0.6 % Amazon.com ( NASDAQ:AMZN – Get Free Report ) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, October 31st. The e-commerce giant reported $1.43 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.14 by $0.29. Amazon.com had a return on equity of 22.41% and a net margin of 8.04%. The business had revenue of $158.88 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $157.28 billion. During the same period last year, the business earned $0.85 EPS. The business’s revenue was up 11.0% on a year-over-year basis. On average, equities research analysts forecast that Amazon.com, Inc. will post 5.27 EPS for the current fiscal year. Analysts Set New Price Targets Several analysts recently weighed in on AMZN shares. Itau BBA Securities lowered Amazon.com from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating and set a $186.00 price objective on the stock. in a research note on Friday, August 2nd. UBS Group lifted their price target on shares of Amazon.com from $220.00 to $223.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Monday, October 28th. TD Cowen raised their target price on shares of Amazon.com from $230.00 to $240.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, November 1st. Sanford C. Bernstein upped their price target on shares of Amazon.com from $225.00 to $235.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a report on Friday, November 1st. Finally, Roth Mkm boosted their price objective on Amazon.com from $210.00 to $215.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, August 2nd. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, forty have given a buy rating and one has given a strong buy rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, Amazon.com currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $235.77. Get Our Latest Stock Analysis on AMZN Amazon.com Company Profile ( Free Report ) Amazon.com, Inc engages in the retail sale of consumer products, advertising, and subscriptions service through online and physical stores in North America and internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America, International, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). It also manufactures and sells electronic devices, including Kindle, Fire tablets, Fire TVs, Echo, Ring, Blink, and eero; and develops and produces media content. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding AMZN? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Amazon.com, Inc. ( NASDAQ:AMZN – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Amazon.com Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Amazon.com and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Italy went nearly a quarter-century without winning the Davis Cup. Then along came Jannik Sinner, and now the country is celebrating its second consecutive title. The No. 1-ranked Sinner clinched the championship in the annual team event and capped his breakthrough season by beating Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 (2), 6-2 on Sunday for a 2-0 win over the Netherlands in the final of the Davis Cup. “Coming back as defending champions and winning again — it’s one of the best feelings I think for all of us,” Sinner said. “We are very happy to lift this trophy and, of course, also to go into the preseason with a bunch of confidence boosts.” Matteo Berrettini put Italy ahead with a 6-4, 6-2 victory over Botic van de Zandschulp — the last man to beat Rafael Nadal — in the opening singles match on an indoor hard court at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena in southern Spain. The Italians, backed by a loud contingent of singing fans playing drums and armed with megaphones in the crowd of 9,200, became the first team to win the Davis Cup twice in a row since the Czech Republic in 2012 and 2013. Italy’s women won the Billie Jean King Cup by defeating Slovakia on Wednesday. “They make us even more proud,” Davis Cup captain Filippo Volandri said. After Sinner finished off his win, Berrettini and other teammates rushed onto the court to begin the party, wrapping their arms around one another and bouncing in unison. Volandri grabbed Sinner and lifted him off the ground. It was clear who was key to this success. Sinner went 4-0 in Malaga, including a victory in doubles with Berrettini against Argentina in the quarterfinals. Berrettini played a vital role, too, after replacing Lorenzo Musetti for singles. Berrettini was the runner-up at Wimbledon in 2021 but since then went through a series of injuries and illnesses that have limited his playing time. He has spoken about the mental challenges he faced. “I didn’t miss the wins or the losses,” Berrettini said. “I missed these moments.” He needed some time to find his groove against the 80th-ranked van de Zandschulp. But Berrettini took control by grabbing the opening set’s last three games, and Sinner left his front-row seat behind Italy’s bench to head to the locker room and prepare to close the deal. He hit 15 aces against the 40th-ranked Griekspoor and stretched his unbeaten streak in tour-level singles competition to 14 matches and 26 sets, including a title at the ATP Finals a week ago. Sinner's ascension is one of the year’s biggest stories in tennis. He went 73-6 with eight singles titles in 2024, with his first two Grand Slam trophies at the Australian Open and the U.S. Open. The latter came shortly after he was cleared of wrongdoing in a doping case connected to two positive tests for steroids in March; the World Anti-Doping Agency’s appeal of that ruling is still pending. The Netherlands reached the Davis Cup final for the first time. “We believed,” Dutch captain Paul Haarhuis said about the Italians, “we could beat them.” Until last year, Italy’s only Davis Cup triumph came in 1976. So Volandri said he told his players to think of their goal this way: “We want to make history.” Griekspoor, who fell to 0-6 against Sinner, held his own until the first-set tiebreaker, which was preceded by dueling chants of “Italia! Italia!” and “Let’s go, Tallon! Let’s go!” Sinner was steadier, more ready for the moment, and he built a substantial lead before ending it with an ace. From 2-all in the second set, Sinner wouldn't drop another game. Soon, he was joining Berrettini, Volandri, Musetti and the rest of the squad in raising the silver hardware that once again belongs to them. Published - November 25, 2024 04:40 am IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit tennisNone

PM Modi (Picture credit: ANI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called out the previous Congress-led government for the 2012 nationwide power outage, contrasting it with his administration's "One Nation, One Grid" initiative. He made these remarks during a parliamentary debate commemorating 75 years of the Indian Constitution. PM Modi said that his government ensured uninterrupted power across India, unlike the previous government, which, according to him, brought international criticism upon the country. "During the previous government, we saw India being defamed before the world through headlines. We have seen those days. That is why, with the mantra of unity and upholding the sense of the Constitution, we fulfilled One Nation One Grid. That is why, today there is uninterrupted power supply in all corners of India," he said. PM Narendra Modi's Remarks | Discussion on the Journey of 75 Years of the Constitution of India He also stressed the success of Digital India, attributing it to the democratisation of technology. "Era has changed. We do not want haves and haves not a situation in the digital sector. That is why, we proudly say that the reason behind Digital India success story is that we tried to democratise technology," he explained. PM Modi praised the Constitution's role in India's progress, crediting both its creators and the citizens who embraced it. "India's Constitution has brought us here by defeating the possibilities that were expressed for India at the time when the country attained independence. For this great achievement, besides the drafters of the Constitution, I would like to respectfully bow before the crores of people of India - they lived this new system...Citizens of India deserve all the praise," he remarked. He called the 75th anniversary a moment of pride for India and democracy globally. The two-day parliamentary debate marking this milestone began on Friday. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , and Mini Crossword .