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Erling Haaland leads teammates in a Viking-style boat-row celebration (AP Photo) As England prepare to face Norway in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup quarter-final on Sunday (July 12), all eyes will be on Erling Haaland, the prolific striker who was born in England, raised in Norway and now leads the Scandinavian side’s historic charge. Beyond the goals and Viking celebrations, however, lies an unexpected linguistic twist.Haaland’s surname, despite sounding unmistakably Norwegian, may actually be far more English than many fans realise.According to a BBC report, language experts say the name “Haaland” reflects the deep historical links between Old Norse and…

India knows Aamir Khan as Mr. Perfectionist, the man who transforms his body for every role, researches every character for months, and never does anything halfway. But behind the cameras, away from the awards and the box office numbers, Aamir Khan is simply a father. A father to three children, Junaid, Ira, and Azad, who has spoken openly, honestly, and often surprisingly about how he raises them. And what he says about parenting will make most Indian parents stop and think.”I don’t want my kids to top the class”3 Jul 2026 | 12:38How do you teach children about money and…

The State Council of Vocational Training (SCVT), Lucknow has started the registration process for Uttar Pradesh Industrial Training Institute (UP ITI) Admission 2026 today, July 11, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their application forms through the official SCVT website. The last date to register is August 4, 2026.Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria carefully before filling out the application form.During registration, applicants will have to enter details such as their name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth, category, Aadhaar number and mobile number. After mobile number verification, candidates can choose the type of institute, complete the remaining…

Award winning Tamil filmmaker and cinematographer R Chezhiyan passed away at the age of 57 on Friday. His death left a deep shock in the Tamil film industry where multiple stars and fans expressed their grief upon learning the news. Actor Vijay Sethupathi mourned the loss of Chezhiyan.Vijay Sethupathi’s postVijay Sethupathi took to his X handle to share a picture of R Chezhiyan and wrote a short but heartfelt message. He wrote, “Rest in peace, Chezhiyan sir. (broken heart emoji).” Along with him, Filmmaker Sasikumar also remembered Chezhiyan with an emotional message. He wrote, “A good cinematographer does not merely…

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni (AP Photo) Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has rejected suggestions that FIFA is favouring the defending champions at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, insisting that such allegations are nothing new and instead serve as extra motivation for his players. Speaking ahead of Argentina’s quarter-final clash against Switzerland on Sunday, Scaloni said criticism surrounding his team has only strengthened the squad’s resolve as they chase a second successive World Cup title. Debate over Argentina allegedly receiving favourable treatment from FIFA has intensified during the tournament, particularly on social media. The discussion gathered pace after Argentina’s Round…

Sotheby’s auctioneer overseeing the bidding for Maurizio Cattelan’s Comedian (2019) at Sotheby’s on November 20, 2024. Photo: Courtesy of Sotheby’s In a very exclusive room far far away, a very ordinary looking wooden gavel comes down on an equally ordinary looking rostrum and somehow millions of dollars have transpired within that quarter of a second.At the centre of the stage, the reason a transaction of $6.24 million dollars (Rs 59.42 crore) just transpired, is a banana and a small piece of duct tape.This is not a fictional tale, though its absurdity may present it as one. Maurizio Cattelan’s conceptual artwork,…

The rise of Erling Haaland to the top of world football has been described as extraordinary on countless occasions but his story makes even more sense when you consider the family he comes from. Long before he became one of the most feared strikers in the game he was growing up in a home steeped in elite sport, competition and discipline. That background helped create the player fans see today: powerful, focused and relentlessly effective in front of goal.Born in Leeds, England, on 21 July 2000, Haaland was surrounded by professional sport from the start, as per reports. His father…

The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) will activate the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET) 2026 mock choice filling link today, July 11, 2026, at 4 pm. Candidates who have registered for the counselling process will be able to access the mock choice filling facility through the official website, comedk.org.To participate, candidates will have to log in using their application number and password. Those who complete the counselling process can select and arrange their preferred engineering colleges and courses.Candidates can also modify their choices during the mock choice filling period. The last date to complete and lock…

Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘Satluj’ faces another blow; Honey Trehan directorial removed from ZEE5’s international catalogue – Reports Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj has encountered another setback after a Centre-appointed committee reportedly recommended that restrictions on the film should continue.As reported by The New Indian Express, the panel concluded that the action taken against the film was justified, citing concerns related to India’s sovereignty, integrity and national security. The Honey Trehan directorial is inspired by the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. The film explores his investigation into the alleged illegal cremation of thousands of unidentified bodies in Punjab between 1984 and…

India vs England Women Live Score, One-Off Test: India produced a disciplined batting effort but were denied complete control by England’s late resurgence on the opening day of the one-off Women’s Test at Lord’s. Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma all registered half-centuries as India were bowled out for 285 after enjoying several strong partnerships throughout the day. The visitors recovered impressively from 37 for two, with Mandhana anchoring the innings alongside Jemimah Rodrigues before combining with captain Harmanpreet Kaur in an 89-run fourth-wicket stand. Mandhana looked set for a century before falling for 83, while Harmanpreet added a…