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Thomas Weir Pauken II: 5 things to know about American caught spying for China

India, June 5 -- An American citizen, Thomas Weir Pauken II, accused of secretly working on behalf of the Chinese government, has pleaded guilty in the case. Pauken, 50, admitted in federal court to a... Read More


Listicle: 10 movies that had confusing endings

India, June 5 -- Monica, O My Darling (2022). Three men from a robotics company honour an agreement to eliminate blackmailer and murder-suspect Monica. Turns out, she is not the killer but is fatally ... Read More


Weekend Drive by Hormazd Sorabjee: Flaunting a six-pack

India, June 5 -- Mercedes-Benz is on a roll. Twelve new models are planned for India in 2026. And the GLC 53 Coupe is one of the more exciting ones. It replaces the GLC 43 AMG, a car that found only a... Read More


Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Why we're hung up on Gymkhana food

India, June 5 -- Now that the Delhi Gymkhana is in the news, perhaps it is time to talk a little about club food; not just the Delhi Gym cuisine but club food in general. A vast mythology has grown u... Read More


Spectator by Seema Goswami: What keeps you up?

India, June 5 -- I don't know about you, but this happens to me all the time. I will be sitting on the couch, watching a show, and suddenly feel that my eyes are shutting of their own accord. I shake ... Read More


Off the eaten path: Why these global cuisines aren't on Indian menus

India, June 5 -- Calling ceviche "raw fish marinated in citrus juice and spices" is a bit like describing the Taj Mahal as a marble building. Technically correct, but missing the point. Because cevich... Read More


Shop smart: What to check before you buy from an Instagram-only business

India, June 5 -- Your Instagram feed has become a very convincing shop window. Handmade bags, linen dresses, protein coffee, customised pet portraits, dopamine decor or suspiciously affordable designe... Read More


For victims of Delhi blaze, hopes of healing turned into grief

India, June 5 -- For the 21 people who died, the fire at an illegal bed-and-breakfast in south Delhi's Hauz Rani, was a cruel twist of fate. With the hotel in close proximity to a well-known private h... Read More


Save the update: What's in and out at 2026 weddings

India, June 5 -- These days, a wedding trend peaks and dies within a single shaadi season. Portmanteau hashtags? So 2023. Champagne towers? Too Pinterest. A bridal moment being painted live at the rec... Read More


Hrithik Roshan hints that he is not happy with the roles being offered to him: 'Directors only wanna see.'

India, June 5 -- Actor Hrithik Roshan seems to be ready to shake up his on-screen image. The actor has hinted that he is keen to step away from the "good guy" roles he has long been associated with an... Read More