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Ayaan Paul

Ayaan Paul

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Ayaan loves writing about film and TV and is a huge sci-fi nerd. He's a Sub-editor at DailyO.

By Ayaan Paul

Wormhole travel may soon be possible using science straight out of a Christopher Nolan film

The idea of wormholes as structures that can connect two points in spacetime, has fascinated scientists and sci-fi writers for decades. Now, a physicist named Hatim Salih has proposed a way to potentially create a traversable wormhole, using a process called counterportation.

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Ted Lasso talks mental health on White House visit

During a White House visit, Apple TV's fictional football coach Ted Lasso urged people, even in the politically divided Washington, to check in often with friends, family, and co-workers and sincerely ask how they are doing.

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A house full of otakus at the Demon Slayer Swordsmith Village Arc premiere

Following the incredible atmosphere at the Mugen Train and Jujutsu Kaisen: 0 theatrical premieres in Indian theatres, I was hoping for a recreation of the same at the Swordsmith Village Arc premiere this weekend. And Indian otakus did not disappoint.

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First Ant-Man, now Shazam. Things aren’t looking good for comic book movies in 2023

With Shazam: Fury of the Gods following suit after Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’s critical panning and box office tanking, are people finally sick and tired of comic book movies?

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The Mandalorian Season 3 Episode 3 Review: A page out of Andor’s book

The latest episode of Disney+’s Star Wars original series features a stark departure from its usual one adventure per episode formula, drawing inspiration from last year’s Star Wars political thriller, Andor.

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Ted Lasso Season 3 Pilot Review: Letting Ted be Ted

The third season of the sports comedy-drama television series, starring the affable Jason Sudeikis, has captured hearts and minds with its earnest approach to life and leadership, all while scoring big laughs along the way.

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300 passengers stranded after Air India cancels Chicago-Delhi flight. What you need to know

An Air India flight from Chicago to Delhi was cancelled after being delayed for several hours, leaving around 300 passengers stranded. The flight was scheduled to depart from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday at 1:30 pm local time and arrive in Delhi at 2:20 pm on March 15.

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Ted Lasso Season 3 is here. But what makes the sports comedy-drama such a universal favourite?

With the premiere of its third and final season, the Apple TV original has captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike. Despite being centered around the sport of football, the show has resonated with viewers who may not have had a prior interest in the game. This begs the question: what makes Ted Lasso so special?

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JK Rowling talks about the transgender remarks controversy on latest podcast episode

In the latest episode of her podcast The Witch Trials of JK Rowling, the Harry Potter author discussed the backlash she received after a controversial tweet in 2019. In the tweet, Rowling had expressed concern about the erasure of the concept of biological sex.

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The Last Of Us Finale Review: It can’t all be for nothing?

As HBO’s adaptation of the award-winning videogame comes to a resounding close, it seems Monday’s are done being the best of the week for a while. Here’s a quick look at how Ellie and Joel’s devastating journey to the Fireflies comes to an end.

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As RRR’s Naatu Naatu creates history with Oscar win, composer MM Keeravani pays tribute to The Carpenters

The epic Indian feature film directed by SS Rajamouli, has secured a historic win at the 95th Academy Awards. "Naatu Naatu" composed by MM Keeravani and featuring lyrics by Chandrabose, was honoured with the Best Original Song award, making it the first-ever Indian movie song to receive the prestigious Oscar.

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Oscars 2023 Winners Full List: Everything Everywhere All At Once takes Best Picture

The moment we've all been waiting for has finally arrived: the 95th Academy Awards ceremony is officially underway. Hollywood's biggest night promises to be a dazzling display of talent, style, and cinematic excellence, as the most talented actors, directors, and producers from around the world gather to celebrate the very best in film.

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My trippy adventures with Tame Impala’s Let It Happen

On its eighth release anniversary today (March 11), we take a look at what is so special about the notorious track that has made it a rite of passage for those experimenting with certain green substances.

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dailyO Oscar Dream Ballot: The Should Have Beens and the Should Wins

The Oscars are upon us. In light of lapses by the Academy, we have compiled a Dream Oscar Ballot of films that should have been nominated, and even won, at this year's ceremony.

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Predicting the Oscars Part 3: The Above-the-Line categories and Shorts

Hollywood's biggest night is right around the corner, and film fans around the world are buzzing with excitement. The 95th Academy Awards ceremony promises to be a memorable one, with a lineup of critically acclaimed movies vying for the coveted golden statuettes.

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Predicting the Oscars Part 2: The Acting categories

Hollywood's biggest night is right around the corner, and film fans around the world are buzzing with excitement. The 95th Academy Awards ceremony promises to be a memorable one, with a lineup of critically acclaimed movies vying for the coveted golden statuettes.

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The Mandalorian S3 Episode 2: A brief history of the Mythosaur and Mandalorian culture

The third season of Disney+'s original series of Star Wars franchise, The Mandalorian is off to another splendid start with its most recent episode ending on quite a gargantuan cliffhanger. Here’s a quick look at the legendary Mythosaur of Mandalore and the race’s cultural history.

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Predicting the Oscars Part 1: The Technical categories

Hollywood's biggest night is right around the corner, and film fans around the world are buzzing with excitement. The 95th Academy Awards ceremony promises to be a memorable one, with a lineup of critically acclaimed movies vying for the coveted golden statuettes.

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The Last Of Us Episode 8 Review: What could possibly be worse than the Infected?

Yeah, we know. We deserve a formal apology from HBO for its penultimate episode to The Last Of Us. Not cool, HBO.

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Michael B Jordan pays tribute to Naruto, Dragon Ball Z and more with anime-inspired Creed III 

From Naruto and Sauke to Goku and Vegeta, the latest installment in the Creed franchise draws heavy inspiration from popular anime known for their intense action scenes, over-the-top fighting styles, and dramatic character relations.

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Historic United Nations High Seas Treaty agrees to protect 30% of world’s oceans by 2030

Over the weekend, more than 190 countries reached a historic deal at the United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York City to protect the world's oceans. Environmentalists have hailed this as "the biggest conservation agreement in the history of the world."

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Why is anime series Attack on Titan's ending such a big deal?

From its gripping storyline to its complex characters and stunning visuals, Attack on Titan has become a cultural phenomenon and a testament to the power of storytelling. Here’s all you need to know about the revolutionary anime before it comes to an end.

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Ghostface appearances are freaking people out in the US before Scream VI release

The creepy white-masked 'killer' is being spotted across cities in the US a week before the next segment in the Scream franchise hits theatres, prompting a bunch of agitated 911 calls. Here’s a bit about the infamous slasher icon.

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The Mandalorian Season 3 Pilot Review: Just give us the green baby and we’re good

The Mandalorian returns with its third season following a two year break. Despite the Internet’s fawning adoration towards Pedro Pascal at the moment, it is his little green co-star on the Star Wars series that has fans bewitched and desperate for more.

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Psychedelics can make your brain grow more cells but they are no magic solution

It’s high time (pun intended) the world wakes up towards the limitless therapeutic possibilities of psychedelics. A recent study highlights the ability of certain psychedelic compounds like DMT and psilocybin to enter brain cells and promote the regrowth of dendrites, which are responsible for receiving signals from other brain cells.

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The Last Of Us Episode 7 Review: A heartbreaking coming-out story

HBO’s adaptation of the standalone prequel to Naughty Dog’s The Last Of Us in ‘Left Behind’ follows the story of Ellie and her friend Riley in a touching backstory that shaped her character for what’s to come.

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How genuine was Katy Perry's reaction to American Idol school shooter survivor story?

Emotions ran high on the latest episode of American Idol when a young contestant, Trey Louis, stunned judges with his performance before revealing a harrowing personal story. However, the Internet seems unconvinced with the sincerity of Katy Perry's response to the incident.

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Saving Private Ryan star Tom Sizemore's family asked to consider end-of-life decision

Following a brain aneurysm that left him in a coma, all hope seems lost for the American actor Tom Sizemore, as end-of-life matters are being considered.

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Paul Mescal, mistaken as British, is spearheading the Irish Green Wave at Oscars 2023

First-time Oscar nominee Paul Mescal is having his moment in the limelight as of late at this year's award season. But people keep mistaking him for being British or hailing from the UK. It's time we set things straight.

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Cocaine Bear Review: Guess what you need copious amounts of to sit through this film?

It seems the titular character isn't the only one in dire need of a powdery pick-me-up to keep the film going.

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