Criticism

Vivek Agnihotri lauds Pakistani doctor’s criticism against Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi: ‘Brothels have never been places of opulence’ | Hindi Movie News

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Vivek Agnihotri lauds Pakistani doctor’s criticism against Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi: ‘Brothels have never been places of opulence’ | Hindi Movie News

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has recently voiced strong opinions regarding Bollywood’s depiction of brothels and courtesans. In a series of tweets, Vivek expressed concern over what he perceives as the glamorisation of human suffering in the industry. Vivek’s comments were sparked by Pakistani doctor Hamd Nawaz who criticised Sanjay Leela Bhansali‘s debut web series, Heeramandi: The … Read more

Is the Loblaw boycott privileged? Here’s why some people aren’t shopping around

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Is the Loblaw boycott privileged? Here’s why some people aren’t shopping around

Location. Costs. Time and convenience. There are many reasons that people aren’t participating in the Loblaw boycott, a movement fuelled by customers fed up with high prices at the grocery retailer. The boycott was started by a Reddit group with about 70,000 members called “Loblaws is out of control.” It calls for shoppers to avoid the retailer’s Loblaws stores, along with its offshoot … Read more

Why Normal Music Reviews No Longer Make Sense for Taylor Swift

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Why Normal Music Reviews No Longer Make Sense for Taylor Swift

Ask music critics what they think of Taylor Swift’s eleventh studio album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” and those who aren’t afraid of getting doxed might say something about the interminable length, the repetitive synth overlays, or the uninspired lyrics. Take “imgonnagetyouback,” a track that’s notably similar to Olivia Rodrigo’s “Get Him Back!” In the chorus, … Read more

Open banking could spur competition, but fintechs say Canada’s moving too slowly

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Open banking could spur competition, but fintechs say Canada’s moving too slowly

Federal efforts to bring “open banking” to Canada are being welcomed by players in the industry — but there’s also criticism that, after years of waiting, any changes may not come fast enough to encourage innovation or allow smaller financial players compete with larger institutions. Open banking lets consumers or business customers share personal and financial information between approved banks and other … Read more

Kerala MLA’s ‘DNA Remark’ Against Rahul Gandhi Triggers Political Row Ahead Of Lok Sabha Polls

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Kerala MLA’s ‘DNA Remark’ Against Rahul Gandhi Triggers Political Row Ahead Of Lok Sabha Polls

Last Updated: April 24, 2024, 00:04 IST Irked over Gandhi’s recent remarks against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Anwar asked how a person hailing from the Nehru family could make such statements. (Getty) LDF MLA sparks controversy by suggesting Rahul Gandhi’s DNA be examined after political remarks. Congress demands action, alleging insult Ruling LDF MLA P … Read more

After community backlash, celeb chef David Chang will no longer enforce ‘chili crunch’ trademark

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After community backlash, celeb chef David Chang will no longer enforce ‘chili crunch’ trademark

Day 69:34A small business owner resists Momofuku’s bid to trademark Chili Crunch Celebrity chef David Chang says he will no longer enforce the trademark for his chili crunch condiment.  The reversal comes after days of criticism, as some said his company, Momofuku, had attempted to bully business owners from selling their own version of the … Read more

Despite backlash, some Loblaw stores still discount perishable food by 30% — not 50%

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Despite backlash, some Loblaw stores still discount perishable food by 30% — not 50%

Although Loblaw has now reinstated its popular 50 per cent discounts on perishable food, some customers say they still feel shortchanged.  That’s because more than 100 Real Canadian Superstores owned by Loblaw continue to discount all food nearing its best-before date by only 30 per cent. “I was disappointed,” said Kim Siever when he recently visited his … Read more

Fate of giant carbon capture project still uncertain, but Pathways Alliance hopeful for deal with feds

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Fate of giant carbon capture project still uncertain, but Pathways Alliance hopeful for deal with feds

Despite growing frustrations and prolonged negotiations with the federal government, a consortium of Canada’s largest oilsands companies is optimistic about having a “line of sight” in securing the certainty it needs from Ottawa to advance its proposed $16.5-billion carbon capture pipeline project. The Pathways Alliance is not expecting any new commitments in the upcoming federal … Read more

Sara Ali Khan admits criticism bothered her: ‘It felt like I am not being honest to myself’ | Hindi Movie News

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Sara Ali Khan admits criticism bothered her: ‘It felt like I am not being honest to myself’ | Hindi Movie News

Sara Ali Khan, who has carved a niche for herself in the film industry, saw two major releases in two weeks on two different streaming platforms. The actress received mixed reviews for both her films Netflix’s ‘Murder Mubarak’ and Prime Video’s ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’. Before the release of AWMW, Sara talked candidly about how … Read more