Superman Teaser Trailer Out, Features Superdog Krypto And Hawk Girl

James Gunn's much-awaited Superman's teaser-trailer is out now. The relatively new Superman David Corenswet will inhabit a world full of DC Comics characters. The teaser introduces the Superman, lying on a snow-covered terrain and blood spitting out of his mouth. When Krypto the Superdog, comes near a wounded Superman, he says, "Take me home."

The teaser offers a first look of David as Superman's bespectacled alter ego, Clark Kent, reporter for the Metropolis newspaper The Daily Planet. Kent's colleague and Superman's beloved, Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan), Superman's arch nemesis, Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult), are also introduced in the teaser. Additionally, there are a few quick glimpses of Skyler Gisondo as Daily Planet photographer Jimmy Olsen, as well as Pruitt Taylor Vince as Jonathan Kent, Clark's adopted father.

There are also glimpses of other DC superheroes making their debuts. They include Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, the pugnacious member of the Green Lantern corps, Isabela Merced ("Alien: Romulus") as the winged Hawkgirl; and Anthony Corrigan as the pale, bald Metamorpho.

During a press meet, James Gunn mentioned the essance of the film with these words this Superman "lives in a world with superheroes," quoted Variety.

The new Superman film is also David Corenswet's biggest Hollywood project yet. He is only the fourth actor to play the iconic role on the big screen, after Christopher Reeve (1978-87), Brandon Routh (2006) and Henry Cavill (2013-2022).  Before Superman, David has been seen in projects such as The Politician, Hollywood, and Pearl.

Before casting for the lead role of Superman/ Clark Kent, James Gunn had shared his vision for the film in an interaction with Variety. He had said: "The next Superman has to be someone who has all the humanity that Superman has but he's also an alien. It's gotta be somebody who has the kindness and the compassion that Superman has and be somebody who you want to give a hug."

James Gunn has previously directed films such as the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, The Suicide Squad, and Slither, among others.

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Video: Passengers Panic, Scream For Help As Ferry Sinks Off Mumbai Coast

A video of Indian Navy and Coast Guard personnel rescuing passengers of a ferry that sank near Mumbai after colliding with a naval speedboat shows people shouting for help as the boat slowly goes under water.

Thirteen people were killed and 99 were rescued. The navy craft whose engine was on a trial run lost control and collided with the passenger ferry that was going from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island, a tourist spot.

"Search and Rescue efforts were immediately launched by the Navy in coordination with the Coast Guard and Marine Police. Four naval helicopters, 11 naval craft, one Coast Guard boat and three Marine Police boats were involved in the rescue efforts," the Navy said.

"The survivors picked up by Navy and civil craft in the area have been transferred to jetties and hospitals in the vicinity. So far 99 survivors have been rescued," it added.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis told reporters in Nagpur that 101 persons have been rescued. He said he was deeply saddened by the loss of precious lives in the collision between the passenger ferry and the Indian Navy craft.

Mr Fadnavis declared financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh to the families of those who died in the accident.

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Influencer Arrested For "Money Hunt" Challenge On Highway In Hyderabad

An Instagram content creator found himself behind bars after his video of 'Money Hunt' on Hyderabad's Outer Ring Road (ORR) went viral.

The accused, identified as Bhanuchander, alias Anchor Chandu, 30, a resident of Balanagar in Hyderabad, had circulated a video throwing bundles of currency notes along the ORR and challenging viewers to a 'Money Hunt' and the video had gone viral.

In the video, the accused was seen throwing bundles of Rs 200 notes along the roadside near ORR exit number 9 in Ghatkesar, challenging viewers to locate and retrieve the cash. According to police, he claimed to have thrown a bundle of Rs 20,000 on the roadside.

After the video went viral, several people rushed to the area, stopping their vehicles on the ORR to search for the hidden money. This disrupted traffic and raised safety concerns, prompting intervention by ORR patrolling personnel.

Rachakonda Police said they arrested the irresponsible Instagram content creator as his act caused chaos, and inconvenience, and posed a significant threat to road safety.

Taking the matter seriously, Rachakonda Police Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu directed the Ghatkesar Police Station to initiate action.

Authorities increased security at exit number 9 and enforced measures to prevent vehicles from stopping in the area.

The Ghatkesar police registered a case, identified the individual, and arrested him.

A case was registered against him under Sections 125 and 292 of Bharat Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and Section 8(1b) of the National Highway Act.

Rachakonda Police Commissioner said such reckless acts not only endanger lives but also set a bad example for others.

"Social media should be a platform to inspire and educate, not to act irresponsibly. Rachakonda Police remains committed to ensuring public safety and holding individuals accountable. Use your social media platform wisely-create content responsibly," the Police Commissioner posted on 'X'.

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3rd Test LIVE: Bumrah, Akash Deep Eye Fightback For India vs Australia

India vs Australia LIVE Score, 3rd Test, Day 5: India look to bounce back after avoiding follow-on as they take the field on Day 5 of the third Test match at The Gabba, Brisbane. Following gritty knocks by KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep stitched together a solid 10th wicket partnership to avoid follow-on. With rain stoppages affecting the game, the match is likely to end in a draw but India will be looking to force a result in order to boost their World Test Championship (WTC) Final hopes. (Live Scorecard)

Here are the LIVE Score Updates of India vs Australia 3rd Test Match Day 5, straight from The Gabba, Brisbane -

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"Matter Of Shame": Priyanka Gandhi On Yogi Adityanath's "Israel" Remark

In a swipe at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday said throwing youths into the war zone in Israel for "employment" is not an achievement but a matter of shame.

Her remarks came after Adityanath took a veiled jibe at Priyanka Gandhi for carrying a handbag to Parliament that had 'Palestine' emblazoned on it.

"Yesterday, a Congress leader was seen walking around Parliament carrying a Palestine bag, while we are sending our youth to Israel for opportunities.

"So far, more than 5,600 youth from Uttar Pradesh have gone to Israel for construction work. Every youth gets free food and accommodation besides a monthly salary of Rs 1.5 lakh there. There is also full guarantee of safety," Adityanath said on the second day of the Winter Session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly.

Hitting back at Adityanath, Priyanka Gandhi said those who sent Uttar Pradesh's youths to war-torn Israel instead of providing them employment are calling it their achievement.

"They are neither aware of the unemployment situation in the state nor do they understand the pain of those youths and their families," she said.

According to reports, the youths who have gone to work in Israel are saving their lives by hiding in bunkers and the companies are exploiting them, she said in a post in Hindi.

"Their families are always scared. Our promising youths are forced to risk their lives for employment because you cannot provide employment," Priyanka Gandhi said.

"Throwing our youths into the war zone for employment is not something to pat on the back but a matter of shame." 

In his remarks, Adityanath said, "Recently, the ambassador of Israel visited Uttar Pradesh and said they want more youths from the state, as they are doing good work there. The world is now acknowledging the skills of our youths. When these youths send money home, they contribute to the development of the state. We should congratulate them." 

On Tuesday, Congress' Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi was seen carrying a cream-coloured handbag to Parliament on which it was written "Bangladesh Ke Hindu Aur Isaiyon Ke Saath Khade Ho" (stand with the Hindus and Christians of Bangladesh).

Several Congress MPs led by Priyanka Gandhi also staged a protest on the Parliament premises demanding justice for Hindus and Christians facing atrocities in Bangladesh.

This came a day after she expressed solidarity with the people of Palestine by carrying a handbag with 'Palestine' emblazoned on it. 

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Drone Sightings Across US Linked To Project Blue Beam Conspiracy Theory

A host of conspiracy theories have emerged as mysterious drones are spotted in various parts of the US. The sightings first began in November near Morris County, New Jersey but have since spread to Massachusetts, Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York among other states. While the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the US government term these sightings as non-threatening, social media users have connected the spotting to the decades-old conspiracy theory called Project Blue Beam.

Proposed by Canadian journalist Serge Monast in the 1990s, Project Blue Beam alleges that the global elites' are planning to stage fake supernatural events or alien invasions in a covert operation to establish a totalitarian world government.

Those adhering to the conspiracy believe that advanced holographic technology would be used to project images of religious figures or extraterrestrial invasions in the sky. The theory also posits that the entire exercise is aimed at manipulating human thoughts which creates the illusion of direct communication with deities to justify authoritarian control.

Right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, infamous for his comments on the Sandy Hook shooting, posted about Project Blue Beam by sharing an interview with ufologist Steven Greer about "how Project Blue Beam will be used."

FLASHBACK: Alex Jones Interviews Dr. Steven Greer About How Project Blue Beam Will Be Used

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— Alex Jones (@RealAlexJones) December 11, 2024

A mysterious object hovers motionless in the Miami sky—blimp or something more? The footage raises questions we can't ignore. Watch closely. #ProjectBlueBeam #UnexplainedPhenomena pic.twitter.com/8lR6KWTd3b

— Project Blue Beam (@PBBonSOL) December 16, 2024

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Trump reacts to sightings

President-elect Donald Trump recently chimed in on the issue by suggesting that the mysterious drones should be shot down promptly.

"Mystery Drone sightings all over the Country. Can this really be happening without our government's knowledge? I don't think so," Mr Trump said in a post on Truth Social, a social media platform owned by him.

"Let the public know, and now. Otherwise, shoot them down!!! DJT," he added.

Meanwhile, the US government said the mysterious objects were "manned aircraft" being operated lawfully. "Upon review of available imagery, it appears that many of the reported sightings are actually manned aircraft that are being operated lawfully," said White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby.

The Department of Homeland Security and FBI added there was no evidence to suggest that the sightings posed a national security or a public safety threat.

"We are supporting local law enforcement in New Jersey with numerous detection methods but have not corroborated any of the reported visual sightings with electronic detection," read the joint statement.

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World's Largest Iceberg A23a Breaks Free, Drifts In The Southern Ocean

After being grounded for over 30 years, the world's largest iceberg, A23a, has started drifting in the Southern Ocean. This massive iceberg, which is roughly double the size of Greater London and weighs approximately one trillion tonnes, broke off from Antarctica's Filchner Ice Shelf in 1986. Since then, it had remained stuck on the seabed near the South Orkney Islands in the Weddell Sea until it began its slow movement northwards in 2020.

"It's exciting to see A23a on the move again after periods of being stuck. We are interested to see if it will take the same route the other large icebergs that have calved off Antarctica have taken. And more importantly what impact this will have on the local ecosystem," said Dr Andrew Meijers, who is an oceanographer with the British Antarctic Survey.

A23a's journey

The journey of iceberg A23a has been marked by fascinating scientific events. A23a broke free from Antarctica in 1986 but got stuck in the Weddell Sea's bottom mud for 30 years. It remained a static "ice island" until 2020 when it finally began to drift again. Slowly at first, it then accelerated northward, moving towards warmer air and waters. 

For several months, the iceberg was trapped in a rare oceanographic phenomenon known as a Taylor Column, where rotating water above a seamount held it in place. This unusual event caused A23a to spin in a single spot, delaying its expected rapid drift north.

As A23a continues on its journey, it is anticipated to follow the Antarctic Circumpolar Current into the Southern Ocean. This current is likely to drive the iceberg towards the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia. Once it reaches this region, A23a will encounter warmer waters, leading to its eventual break-up into smaller icebergs and subsequent melting.

Biogeochemist Laura Taylor, who was on board a research vessel, expressed hope that scientists would be able to study the impact of the massive iceberg A23a on the surrounding ecosystems as it melts and breaks apart.

"We know that these giant icebergs can provide nutrients to the waters they pass through, creating thriving ecosystems in otherwise less productive areas," Ms Taylor said.

"What we don't know is what difference particular icebergs, their scale, and their origins can make to that process. We took samples of ocean surface waters behind, immediately adjacent to, and ahead of the iceberg's route. They should help us determine what life could form around A23a and how it impacts carbon in the ocean and its balance with the atmosphere," she added.

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