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Mint
19 minutes ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Bollywood twist in Bengaluru? Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan's old Rolls-Royce cars fined ₹38 Lakhs. Know why
Rolls-Royce cars of Amitabh Bachchan, and Aamir Khan have reportedly been fined ₹ 38 lakhs. The only catch? The luxury cars in question, actually do not belong to the Bollywood stars. In a strange turn of events, the two Rolls-Royce cars—one registered under the name of Big B, and the other under Aamir Khan, were fined over ₹ 18 lakh and ₹ 20 lakh respectively, in Bengaluru, reported NDTV. The B' town stars, however, do not own the cars anymore. Both the luxury cars actually belong to Yusuf Sharif, a local businessman-politician better known as 'KGF Babu,' thanks to his roots in the mining town of Kolar Gold Fields—also made famous by the hit Kannada film KGF. According to NDTV, 'KGF Babu' had bought the Rolls-Royce from Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan a few years back, but never transferred the ownership to his name, on paper. That paperwork blunder finally caught up with him. The Phantom, from Big B has been cruising around Bengaluru since 2021, while the Ghost – previously owned by Aamir Khan — joined it in 2023—both still bearing Maharashtra registrations, causing the city's Regional Transport Office (RTO) to raise eyebrows. Officials revealed that the Rolls Royce previously owned by Amitabh Bachchan was flagged for non-payment of taxes in 2021, but since at the time it had not completed a year in Bengaluru, it was let off without penalty. But now, both cars have been confirmed to have been operating in the city well beyond the one-year limit set by transport rules, triggering these hefty fines. Rolls Royce Phantom was fined ₹ 18.53 lakh, while Ghost was fined ₹ 19.73 lakh over long-term usage in Karnataka without payment of local road tax. Before venturing into real estate, Yusuf Sharif used to sell scrap. Sharif, who contested the 2021 Karnataka Legislative Council elections from the Bangalore Urban local authorities' constituency, had declared assets worth over ₹ 1,744 crore for himself and his family at the time.
Leader Live
2 hours ago
- Health
- Leader Live
Ella Henderson shares endometriosis diagnosis in bid to ‘spread awareness'
The 29-year old, who found fame on the TV singing competition, The X Factor, in 2012, said that she was diagnosed in January after a laparoscopy revealed 'severe endometriosis' behind her uterus and scar tissue affecting her bladder and bowel. According to the NHS website, endometriosis is caused when cells similar to those in the lining of the womb (uterus) grow in other parts of the body. A post shared by ELLA HENDERSON (@ellahendersonofficial) In a statement shared on her Instagram account on Wednesday, Henderson said she wants others suffering with the condition to know they are not alone. She said: 'After years of struggling with confusing and challenging health problems including stomach bloating, bowel pain and heavy periods, plus countless GP appointments leading to scans, tests and the feeling that maybe the pain was all in my head, I was officially diagnosed with endometriosis in January this year. 'My long journey to an endometriosis diagnosis is not unique. It takes on average up to nine years in the UK, which for many like me, can put an immense mental and physical toll on you. 'Living in chronic pain, not being believed, and constant misdiagnosis led to periods of depression, isolation and anxiety. If health practitioners had recognised my endometriosis symptoms sooner, I might have been spared all that.' Despite there not being a cure for endometriosis, there are treatments available that can help manage the pain including surgery which Henderson said had helped to 'significantly' reduce symptoms. She has since partnered with the charity, Endometriosis UK, to help raise awareness about the condition. She added: 'I don't want future generations of women to go through what I did. I know that my situation isn't unique, and too many women unnecessarily suffer with undiagnosed endometriosis for far too long. 'My hope is to be a voice for those still searching for answers and show those living with endometriosis that they're not alone. 'I want anyone living with this condition to feel a sense of empowerment and be enabled to take back control of their lives by knowing what is actually going on with their bodies. 'I believe it is so important that we begin to have more open conversations about menstrual health and endometriosis. 'Spreading awareness and knowledge by having wider discussions on the matter is key. 'The only way we can feel more comfortable and in control is by sharing our own experiences.' The Lincolnshire-born singer finished sixth on The X Factor where she went on to release her debut single Ghost which reached number one in the UK singles charts before releasing her debut studio album Chapter One.
South Wales Guardian
2 hours ago
- Health
- South Wales Guardian
Ella Henderson shares endometriosis diagnosis in bid to ‘spread awareness'
The 29-year old, who found fame on the TV singing competition, The X Factor, in 2012, said that she was diagnosed in January after a laparoscopy revealed 'severe endometriosis' behind her uterus and scar tissue affecting her bladder and bowel. According to the NHS website, endometriosis is caused when cells similar to those in the lining of the womb (uterus) grow in other parts of the body. A post shared by ELLA HENDERSON (@ellahendersonofficial) In a statement shared on her Instagram account on Wednesday, Henderson said she wants others suffering with the condition to know they are not alone. She said: 'After years of struggling with confusing and challenging health problems including stomach bloating, bowel pain and heavy periods, plus countless GP appointments leading to scans, tests and the feeling that maybe the pain was all in my head, I was officially diagnosed with endometriosis in January this year. 'My long journey to an endometriosis diagnosis is not unique. It takes on average up to nine years in the UK, which for many like me, can put an immense mental and physical toll on you. 'Living in chronic pain, not being believed, and constant misdiagnosis led to periods of depression, isolation and anxiety. If health practitioners had recognised my endometriosis symptoms sooner, I might have been spared all that.' Despite there not being a cure for endometriosis, there are treatments available that can help manage the pain including surgery which Henderson said had helped to 'significantly' reduce symptoms. She has since partnered with the charity, Endometriosis UK, to help raise awareness about the condition. She added: 'I don't want future generations of women to go through what I did. I know that my situation isn't unique, and too many women unnecessarily suffer with undiagnosed endometriosis for far too long. 'My hope is to be a voice for those still searching for answers and show those living with endometriosis that they're not alone. 'I want anyone living with this condition to feel a sense of empowerment and be enabled to take back control of their lives by knowing what is actually going on with their bodies. 'I believe it is so important that we begin to have more open conversations about menstrual health and endometriosis. 'Spreading awareness and knowledge by having wider discussions on the matter is key. 'The only way we can feel more comfortable and in control is by sharing our own experiences.' The Lincolnshire-born singer finished sixth on The X Factor where she went on to release her debut single Ghost which reached number one in the UK singles charts before releasing her debut studio album Chapter One.
Rhyl Journal
3 hours ago
- Health
- Rhyl Journal
Ella Henderson shares endometriosis diagnosis in bid to ‘spread awareness'
The 29-year old, who found fame on the TV singing competition, The X Factor, in 2012, said that she was diagnosed in January after a laparoscopy revealed 'severe endometriosis' behind her uterus and scar tissue affecting her bladder and bowel. According to the NHS website, endometriosis is caused when cells similar to those in the lining of the womb (uterus) grow in other parts of the body. A post shared by ELLA HENDERSON (@ellahendersonofficial) In a statement shared on her Instagram account on Wednesday, Henderson said she wants others suffering with the condition to know they are not alone. She said: 'After years of struggling with confusing and challenging health problems including stomach bloating, bowel pain and heavy periods, plus countless GP appointments leading to scans, tests and the feeling that maybe the pain was all in my head, I was officially diagnosed with endometriosis in January this year. 'My long journey to an endometriosis diagnosis is not unique. It takes on average up to nine years in the UK, which for many like me, can put an immense mental and physical toll on you. 'Living in chronic pain, not being believed, and constant misdiagnosis led to periods of depression, isolation and anxiety. If health practitioners had recognised my endometriosis symptoms sooner, I might have been spared all that.' Despite there not being a cure for endometriosis, there are treatments available that can help manage the pain including surgery which Henderson said had helped to 'significantly' reduce symptoms. She has since partnered with the charity, Endometriosis UK, to help raise awareness about the condition. She added: 'I don't want future generations of women to go through what I did. I know that my situation isn't unique, and too many women unnecessarily suffer with undiagnosed endometriosis for far too long. 'My hope is to be a voice for those still searching for answers and show those living with endometriosis that they're not alone. 'I want anyone living with this condition to feel a sense of empowerment and be enabled to take back control of their lives by knowing what is actually going on with their bodies. 'I believe it is so important that we begin to have more open conversations about menstrual health and endometriosis. 'Spreading awareness and knowledge by having wider discussions on the matter is key. 'The only way we can feel more comfortable and in control is by sharing our own experiences.' The Lincolnshire-born singer finished sixth on The X Factor where she went on to release her debut single Ghost which reached number one in the UK singles charts before releasing her debut studio album Chapter One.
Black America Web
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
15 Black TV Characters Who Deserved A Prequel Series
Vinnie Zuffante A little over a decade ago, habitual media mogul 50 Cent officially dived into the television biz by producing a crime drama series on Starz we know and love today as Power . Following an epic six-season run spanning from 2014 to 2020, the 'Power Universe' was born and led to two spinoffs ( Power Book II: Ghost , Power Book IV: Force ) and a prequel series ( Power Book III: Raising Kanan ) that each received rave reviews. Following the conclusion of Ghost last year, and plans for both Raising Kanan and Force to end by 2026 — both are currently gearing up for finale seasons – it looks like we might be ready for the next chapters in this ongoing saga. Thankfully for the fans, it was reported earlier today (July 22) that two new shows are on the way in the form of a prequel titled Power: Origins and a spinoff set in present day with a working title of Power: Legacy . RELATED: 7 Black Movie Prequels We'd Love To See Get Made Origins , finally telling the story of a young Ghost and Tommy that's been alluded to on pretty much every show in the Power Universe, will also see the return of standout Raising Kanan star Mekai Curtis (seen above). Legacy on the other hand will see the return of present day Tommy (Joseph Sikora) and Ghost's infamous son Tariq (Michael Rainey Jr.) teaming up as it was hinted to in the final moments of the Ghost series finale. More details below, via Deadline : ''Power: Origins' follows Ghost and Tommy as ambitious young entrepreneurs on the rise, determined to make their mark on the streets of New York City. The show's logline says the new installment is a 'fun, rambunctious exploration of a new time in the Power franchise, which will highlight the unbridled audacity of young men on the rise, determined to become legends in the game.' Deadline understands the lead roles of Tommy and Ghost have yet to be cast. MeKai Curtis will reprise the role of early adult Kanan Stark in the new series, which he has portrayed across all four seasons of 'Power Book III: Raising Kanan.' Franchise executive producer Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson played Kanan in the mothership series. 'Raising Kanan' is set to conclude with its fifth season, which is expected to premiere in 2026. The franchise's first prequel introduced the character Branford 'Breeze' Frady (Shameik Moore), the nephew of street legends Snaps (Wendell Pierce) and Pop (Erika Woods), in the Season 4 finale. According to show legend, Breeze plays a significant role in Ghost's budding career as part of New York's criminal underworld. Depending on what happens in the final season of Raising Kanan, Moore could return for Power: Origins.'' As for Legacy , Deadline gave an update last month that confirmed a writer's room was officially open on the series. Details are still mum, so many are wondering if we'll see Tariq heading to Chicago, Tommy making his return to NYC or the pair packing up and going somewhere new altogether. We can't wait to find out! Admittedly, all this prequel talk got us thinking about all the great Black characters in television history who definitely could've shined in their own prequel series. We rounded up 15 fictional faves, used a bit of imagination and concluded that any of these prequel ideas would've been pure gold. Ironically enough, some of the suggestions you'll see below were actually greenlit in some form or fashion. For example, John Diggle had big plans for an Arrow spinoff series, Justice U , before it was officially shelved back in May 2023. The same happened to Tichina Arnold back in the day with a purported Pam spinoff to Martin , as with Taraji P. Henson's planned Cookie spinoff to Empire that never materialized and most recently with the Daria spinoff for the character Jodie that would've been voiced by Tracee Ellis Ross. After six whole years of anticipation, MTVE Studios chose not to move forward with Jodie and said in a March 2024 statement, 'We have loved working with Tracee, Grace and the whole team on creating a film that is full of joy and genre-bending fun with an inclusive, diverse, and incredible cast. We are fully supportive of them finding a home elsewhere and look forward to partnering with them in the future.' …justice for Jodie ! We want Cookie! Oh, and we'll still take whatever Pam is pushing out! Keep scrolling for our choice of Black TV characters we all know and love that could've definitely used some more screen time in their own prequel origin story. Let us know if you agree: Played By: Kim Fields The outfits-per-episode alone would've made her even more of a style icon than what was already established on Living Single . Played By: Gina Torres Nobody gave it up to Syndey Bristow when it came to a beat-down quite like Anna Espinosa. We'd love to see where her training came from, and how she became so evil, before the events of Alias . Played By: Taraji P. Henson That unfiltered mouth would've had us in stitches for seasons! Played By: Tichina Arnold Those who saw the fourth to last Season 5 episode of Martin titled 'Goin' for Mine' got a preview of what this show would've looked like. Who knew they even had opening credits prepared?! Played By: Khandi Alexander A character so good at being bad, we would love to see her early days of espionage. Oh, and the quotables! Played By: Nichelle Nichols Although we no longer have the late Nichelle Nichols with us to give creative direction on a project like this, the thought of her legacy continuing on is a nice idea in itself. Played By: Christopher Judge All we have to say on the idea of a Teal'c prequel, which Judge himself tried to get off the ground, is one thing: 'Indeed!' Played By: D.B. Woodside An origin story about the son of a slain Slayer, raised by her Watcher in efforts to avenge his mom? Count us in! Played By: J. August Richards While Angel was still helping Buffy in Sunnydale, Gunn and his crew were the ones keeping Los Angeles safe. Now that would be a cool story to tell on the small screen! Played By: Richard Biggs We sadly lost the Doc in real life, but anything is possible when you're dealing with sci-fi. We'd be down for anything, as long as there's some tribute to Biggs. Played By: Tituss Burgess Titus is a character that's hilarious in every sense of the word, and we truly believe this potential series would sweep awards season in the comedy categories. Played (Voiced) By: Diahann Carroll A young Black actress with enough charisma to channel the regal Dominique Deveraux during her prime years is something we believe would make the late Diahann very proud. Played (Voiced) By: Jessica Cydnee Jackson We can only hope Tracee finds a home for the series, which was restructured as a TV movie before getting shelved, sooner rather than never. Played By: David Ramsey Justice for Justice U ! That's all there is to it. Played By: LaKeith Stanfield Outside of lead character Earn, played to perfection by Donald Glover, Darius easily had the most interesting character development and side stories. This would be an absolute win. SEE ALSO
