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New York’s Plaza Hotel opened in 1907 and last shut for a $450 million overhaul; 119 years later, the 282-room landmark will close again for at least four years to restore its historic facade

Photo credit: The Plaza website New York City’s Plaza Hotel is preparing to close again, this time for a restoration of its landmark-protected facade. The hotel, which opened in 1907, will shut from January 2027 for at least four years while crews carry out repair and preservation work on the 119-year-old building. The Plaza said…

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Who was Deva? The late music composer behind Rajinikanth’s Superstar title card theme who took Gaana from Chennai’s streets to Tamil cinema |

Deva, fondly known as ‘Thenisai Thendral’ (Breeze of Sweet Music), was one of Tamil cinema’s most distinctive music composers. His unique selling point was blending Chennai’s gaana songs into his film music.At a time when Ilaiyaraaja and AR Rahman were the most popular composers in the Tamil film industry, Deva stood out for the colorful…

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Aquarius Horoscope Today, October 17, 2026: Love grows stronger, finances stay balanced, and routine work moves ahead

General:This is a routine sort of day, and that’s not a complaint. Income and expenses balance out, work moves at an average speed, and nothing dramatic needs your full alarm. The Moon keeps things practical, while Venus adds some sweetness to personal matters. Some plans may not happen, especially a long trip, but that may…

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‘Agenda to set country on fire’: BJP retorts to opposition’s ‘regime change’ call | India News

‘Regime change’ row escalates as BJP accuses Opposition of fuelling ‘anarchy’, Congress hits back The ruling BJP and opposition leaders on Saturday traded sharp remarks over the use of the phrase “regime change” during protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, with the Congress defending peaceful protests and the BJP accusing the Opposition of attempting…

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In 2013, Tope Awotona emptied about $200,000 of his savings to build Calendly; eight years later investors valued the company at $3 billion, and it now says more than 50 million people use the platform

When entrepreneur Tope Awotona founded Calendly in 2013, he put his financial security on the line to solve a problem he had repeatedly encountered while working in sales: the frustrating back-and-forth involved in scheduling meetings. In an interview with How I Built This, Awotona said building the initial product was expected to cost a little…

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Ajay Devgn and Kajol’s Juhu bungalow partly demolished by BMC, days after stop-work notice |

Ajay Devgn and Kajol’s Juhu bungalow has had a section demolished by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), just days after the civic body served the actors a stop-work notice over alleged unauthorised construction. The action at the couple’s home in one of Mumbai’s most upscale neighbourhoods has drawn considerable attention, given their stature in Bollywood….

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Pisces Horoscope Today, October 17, 2026: Career support, romantic harmony, and improving confidence bring relief

General:Something eases inside you today. Anxiety reduces, the work atmosphere improves, and you begin to feel that the road ahead is opening instead of closing. The Moon supports your professional space, while Jupiter brings help through important people, mentors, seniors, or well-placed contacts. Keep your phone charged and your responses polite, because useful conversations can…

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‘Gyanesh Kumar must be removed’: DMK demands CEC’s ouster, backs student protests | India News

DMK passes resolution demanding CEC’s ouster, backs student protests NEW DELHI: Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Saturday demanded the immediate removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and an inquiry into his conduct, accusing him of overseeing the systematic disenfranchisement of legitimate voters through the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.The party also extended…

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McClellan Air Force Base closed in 2001; 25 years later, the 3,000-acre Sacramento site has drawn about $600 million in investment, with 10 million sq ft of buildings and a public-use airport

Peacekeeper Gate at McClellan Air Force Base in 1995 (Image Credit: Wikipedia) When McClellan Air Force Base closed in July 2001, the decision threatened thousands of jobs and raised concerns about the economic future of the surrounding Sacramento community. A quarter-century later, the former military installation has become McClellan Park, a business and industrial hub…

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Ranabaali: Vijay Deverakonda reacts to Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s praise for ‘Ranabaali’; says ‘seeing this gives me a kick’ | Telugu Movie News

Vijay Deverakonda’s latest period action drama ‘Ranabaali’, starring alongside his wife Rashmika Mandanna, has received praise from filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The ‘Animal’ director appreciated Vijay’s performance and intense action sequences, calling him the next “defining action hero of Indian cinema”.As Vijay Deverakonda woke up in the morning, he was delighted by Vanga’s reaction and…

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