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Operation Midnight Climax: The CIA’s Bizarre LSD Brothel Experiment

A Name Straight Out of a Spy Movie In the shadowy world of Cold War espionage, the CIA was running some weird experiments. But few were as jaw-dropping as Operation Midnight Climax – a secret project that mixed LSD, prostitutes, and hidden cameras into one of the strangest chapters in American intelligence history. The MKUltra Connection The operation was part of MKUltra, the CIA’s infamous…

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Highway Infrastructure IPO Allotment: How to Check Status Online (Bigshare Services, NSE, BSE) & Listing Date

The Highway Infrastructure IPO allotment is set to be finalised today, Friday, August 8, 2025, following an overwhelming response from all categories of investors. If you participated in this IPO, here’s how to check your allotment status, along with key dates and IPO details you need to know. IPO Subscription Highlights Total Subscription: 300.61 times subscribed Bids received: 4,82,27,63,700…

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Weapons Review: Zach Cregger's Bonkers Horror-Mystery Might Be the Year's Best

🎥 Weapons Review (2025): Zach Cregger’s Twisted Horror Triumph Zach Cregger, the mad genius behind 2022’s Barbarian, is back- and this time, he’s swinging for the fences. With Weapons, Cregger has crafted a deeply unsettling, genre-blending horror-mystery that’s already being hailed as one of the most daring films of the year. Let’s break down what critics are raving about and whether Weapons…

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🚌 A Hundred Memories (2025) K-Drama: Release Date, Cast, Plot & All You Need To Know

🕰️ A Retro Tale of Friendship, Dreams & First Love JTBC is taking us on a nostalgic ride back to the 1980s with its upcoming retro melodrama, A Hundred Memories. Set against the bustling backdrop of Seoul’s No. 100 bus line, this emotional story centers on two young women working as bus attendants – and the unforgettable first love that brings both joy and heartbreak. The drama premieres…

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🕸️ Wednesday Season 2, Part 1 Review: A Darker, Deadlier Nevermore Unfolds

🖤 The Macabre Just Got More Murderous Netflix’s Wednesday has clawed its way back into the spotlight with Season 2 Part 1, and the goth gods are pleased. Released on August 6, the first four episodes of the hit show’s second season go all-in on horror, family dysfunction, and psychic chaos – and fans are eating it up like ravenous crows at a crime scene. ☠️ A Bold Shift to Horror & Gothic…

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S Line K-Drama Review (2025): Bold Idea, Mixed Execution

What Happens When Your Past is Literally Visible? S Line, the latest Korean drama to make global waves, is unlike anything we’ve seen before – and that’s saying a lot in the world of boundary-pushing K-content. Based on a popular webtoon, the six-episode series dares to ask: What if your sexual history followed you around as a visible red line? Sounds wild? That’s because it is. 🎯 The Premise:…

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Top 9 K-Dramas Premiering August 2025 | Release Dates, Cast & Where to Watch

August 2025: A K-Drama Feast for Every Mood K-drama fans, clear your schedules! August is bringing a diverse lineup of new shows, spanning genres from dark thrillers to sweet romances, and even fantasy superhero action. Here are the 9 must-watch K-dramas dropping this month: 1. Mary Kills People Release Date: August 1, 2025Genre: Black Comedy, Medical ThrillerSynopsis: A doctor moonlighting as…

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Hiroshima Day: Remembering August 6, 1945 - The Day the World Changed Forever

📅 What Happened on August 6, 1945? On this day in 1945, the world witnessed an event that would alter the course of history – the United States dropped the first atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The bomb, codenamed “Little Boy,” was dropped by a U.S. B-29 bomber named Enola Gay. It detonated roughly 1,900 feet above the city, unleashing a fireball of destruction never before seen…

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⭐ Lim Young Woong Tops Idol Chart Again with 339,853 Votes - Extends Reign to 227 Weeks

🎤 Lim Young Woong Dominates Idol Chart for the 227th Week Lim Young Woong has once again proven why he’s a fan favorite across South Korea. According to Idol Chart, he earned a staggering 339,853 votes for the 4th week of July (July 28–August 3, 2025) — continuing his unmatched 227-week streak as the chart’s top-rated artist. 📊 Full Rankings: Votes & Likes Breakdown 🔼 Top 10 K-pop Artists by…

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Jungkook Scores Fourth Gold in France with “3D” Featuring Jack Harlow

Jungkook’s “3D” Goes Gold in France – His Fourth Certification! BTS superstar Jungkook just added another gold record to his rapidly expanding global collection. His solo track “3D,” featuring Jack Harlow, has officially been certified Gold in France, according to the National Syndicate of Phonographic Publishing (SNEP). That means the song has surpassed 15 million equivalent streams in the…

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Diddy Seeks Presidential Pardon From Trump After Conviction - But Will It Happen?

💼 Diddy Requests Presidential Pardon from Trump After Conviction Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is officially seeking a presidential pardon from former President Donald Trump, following his recent conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. While Combs was acquitted of more serious charges like sex trafficking and racketeering, the guilty verdict on the lesser counts…

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🌧️ Tragedy in Uttarkashi: Cloudburst in Dharali Sparks Flash Floods, Multiple Casualties Feared

⚠️ Nature’s Fury Unleashed in Uttarakhand A massive cloudburst in the Dharali region of Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district has unleashed catastrophic flash floods and mudslides, sweeping away homes, hotels, and shops in the affected zone. The incident occurred on Tuesday (August 5, 2025) in the Kheer Ganga river catchment area, a region already vulnerable to extreme weather events due to its…

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India Hits Back at US & EU Over Russian Oil Criticism: “Look Who’s Talking”

🛢️ India Responds to Western Pressure Over Russian Oil: “Pot, Meet Kettle” On August 4, 2025, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs issued a strongly worded statement defending its decision to import oil from Russia a move that has recently drawn criticism from both the United States and the European Union. But India’s message is clear: We’re not the hypocrites here. 🧾 Background: Why India…

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🚗 Jaguar CEO Steps Down Amid "Woke" Ad Controversy & Jaguar Rebrand Backlash

🏁 After 35 Years at Jaguar Land Rover, Adrian Mardell Bows Out – But Not Quietly Adrian Mardell, the CEO of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), is stepping down after nearly three decades with the company and almost three years in the top job. Officially, the company says Mardell is retiring after a “distinguished 35-year career.” Unofficially? Let’s just say the timing raises more than a few…

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🎬 Son of Sardaar 2 Review: A Whacky Ride with Mixed Signals

🕺 Ajay Devgn Returns – But Does the Sequel Deliver? Ajay Devgn’s long-awaited sequel to the 2012 hit Son of Sardaar has finally hit theatres – and let’s just say, not everyone is doing bhangra in joy. Directed by Ashwni Dhir, Son of Sardaar 2 throws in everything – slapstick comedy, action, over-the-top patriotism, and a little romance – hoping it all sticks. Spoiler: not all of it does. ⭐…

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Kothalavadi Review: Strong Message, Stellar Acting, but a Wobbly Script

Kothalavadi, a Kannada film with an environmental soul and a political twist, has sparked a mixed response from critics and audiences alike. It features Gopalkrishna Deshpande in a powerful role that seems to be the film’s anchor, while the rest of the ship battles choppy cinematic waters. 🎬 Critic Reviews and Ratings Let’s break down what the critics had to say about this rural drama: ⭐ The…

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India’s Economy in 2025: Full Speed Ahead with Growth, Exports, and Global Confidence

India is no longer just a rising economic power, it’s rising, shining, and leading in a world filled with uncertainty. In 2025, the Indian economy is showing impressive momentum, driven by strong GDP growth, export records, and a confident business climate. Let’s break down what’s going right (and what could go wrong) in India’s economic journey. 🚀 India’s Growth Story: Still One of the…