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Drake Quietly Ends Partnership With Booking Agent Amid Fallout From Kendrick Lamar Feud
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Drake Quietly Ends Partnership With Booking Agent Amid Fallout From Kendrick Lamar Feud

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Drake Quietly Ends Partnership With Booking Agent Amid Fallout From Kendrick Lamar Feud

Drake quietly ended his relationship with the booking agent he shared with Kendrick Lamar earlier this year, according to Billboard. The move was kept largely out of public view in an effort to avoid media attention.

A source told Billboard that Drake and longtime agent Brent Smith of Wasserman Music have not worked together for most — and possibly all — of 2025. The split was linked in part to the fallout from Drake’s feud with Lamar, which escalated following the release of Drake’s Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 diss track, “Not Like Us.”

Drake had worked with Smith for more than a decade, beginning during Smith’s time at WME and continuing after Smith joined Wasserman Music in 2020. Smith currently serves as the company’s executive vice president and managing executive.

Billboard reports that Drake will now be represented at CAA by a team led by Daryl Eaton. Hits Daily Double first reported the news.

Drake’s departure from Wasserman follows the major success of Lamar and SZA’s Grand National Tour, which earned $358.6 million and sold 1.76 million tickets, making it one of the highest-grossing hip-hop tours on record, according to Billboard Boxscore. Drake is said to be preparing for his own 2026 tour with Live Nation, with whom he has a long-standing exclusive global touring agreement. The shared booking agent had been a point of interest in the industry as Drake and Lamar’s conflict intensified. Drake also sued Universal Music Group over lyrics in “Not Like Us,” claiming the statements were false and defamatory. A federal judge dismissed the case last month, and Drake’s legal team has filed an appeal.


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AIIMS-trained gastroenterologist shares 10 foods that can quietly protect you from colon cancer: Oats, nuts, and seeds
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AIIMS-trained gastroenterologist shares 10 foods that can quietly protect you from colon cancer: Oats, nuts, and seeds

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An uncontrolled growth of cells in the colon or rectum leads to colon cancer. Also known as colorectal cancer, it typically affects older adults, though it can happen at any age. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), in 2020, more than 1.9 million new cases and more than 930,000 deaths were estimated to have occurred globally.

According to Dr Sethi, eating a healthy diet can reduce your risk of colon cancer. (Freepik)

Also Read | California cardiologist with 20 years experience says ‘you don’t need to cut out every bad food to protect your heart’

Therefore, colon cancer requires as much of our attention as any other type of cancer. WHO says that the colon cancer risk can be reduced with regular screenings, staying physically active, not smoking tobacco, and limiting alcohol. However, your diet also plays a major role.

10 foods that can quietly protect you from colon cancer

Dr Saurabh Sethi, MD, MPH, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford Universities, stressed that eating a healthy diet can reduce your risk of colon cancer. In an Instagram post shared on October 25, titled ‘10 Foods That Can Quietly Protect You From Colon Cancer’, the expert listed foods you should include in your daily diet to protect your colon.

Here are the foods he suggested in the video:

  1. Beans and lentils
  2. Broccoli and cruciferous veggies
  3. Berries
  4. Oats, barley, and quinoa
  5. Leafy greens
  6. Garlic
  7. Onions
  8. Tomatoes
  9. Yoghurt and fermented foods
  10. Nuts and seeds
A healthy diet can reduce your risk of colon cancer. (Generated via ChatGPT)
A healthy diet can reduce your risk of colon cancer. (Generated via ChatGPT)

8 warning signs of colon cancer

While improving your diet to reduce the risk of colon cancer is one of the most essential steps, it is also important to know the signs because most colon cancers start silently.

In an October 10 Instagram post, Dr Sethi highlighted 8 warning signs one should look out for to detect colon cancer early, such as persistent bowel changes, constant fatigue, unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain or cramping, and more. According to the gastroenterologist, when caught early, there is a 90 percent chance of survival five years after the diagnosis. Learn more signs here.

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.

This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.

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Chitrangda Singh Hospitalised, Shares Selfie From Bed — Then Quietly Deletes Post
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Chitrangda Singh Hospitalised, Shares Selfie From Bed — Then Quietly Deletes Post

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Bollywood actor Chitrangda Singh recently left fans anxious after posting a photo from her hospital bed and then removing it without explanation. The image, which featured the actor resting with an IV drip attached, sparked concern across social media before being quietly taken down.

The Post That Raised the Alarm

On her Instagram Story, Chitrangda shared a selfie taken while she lay in hospital. The frame captured her in a hospital bed, draped in a white sheet and connected to a medical drip. The caption read:

“Hoping to be back running like a hare soon!”

Although the message suggested optimism, the lack of detail around the reason for her admission prompted widespread worry among her followers. Within hours, screenshots of the Story began circulating online. Later that day, Chitrangda removed the post entirely — a move that only intensified speculation about her health.

Fans and Followers React

As the post gained traction, fans flocked to social media to share messages of support and ask for updates. Comments ranged from heartfelt:

“Get well soon, love!” to concerned:“Sending you lots of love and good wishes. This too shall pass…”

The sudden removal of the image added another layer of mystery. Some wondered whether the actor preferred to handle the situation privately, while others questioned whether she might be recovering quietly and wasn’t ready for public scrutiny.

What We Know So Far

Chitrangda is reportedly hospitalised, though neither she nor her team has shared details about the nature of her condition or expected discharge date. Reports from entertainment news portals simply note: “She has been hospitalised, shared a photo of herself from the hospital room and then deleted it.”

Also Read: Salman Khan ‘Kidnapped My Editor’: Abhinav Kashyap Spills Explosive Dabangg Secrets

Career-Standing Amid the Health Update

Currently riding the momentum of several projects, Chitrangda’s sudden hospitalisation comes at a pertinent time. She is among the principal cast of Battle of Galwan — a high-profile film set to release soon alongside superstar Salman Khan. The film draws on the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict and marks the pair’s first screen collaboration.

Her last major release was the ensemble comedy franchise entry Housefull 5, making the timing of this health scare sensitive for both the actor and her fans.

Why the Brief Post Matters

In an era when celebrities carefully curate their public personas, Chitrangda’s decision to post a raw moment of vulnerability—only to delete it moments later—stands out. It suggests a balance that many actors now navigate: sharing personal updates without turning them into spectacles.

The phrase “running like a hare soon” implies she intends to bounce back and resume her commitments. Yet by removing the post, she appears to have chosen to retreat from the spotlight, at least temporarily. It’s a reminder that beneath the glitz of film sets and red carpets lies the same human reality of illness, recovery and privacy.

What’s Next

For now, fans will wait for either Chitrangda or her public-relations team to offer a formal update. Until then, the message of recovery remains intact—and the show must go on. Whether she truly rises “like a hare” once again, one thing is clear: her courage in sharing a glimpse from a hospital bed shows both her humility and strength.

Wishing Chitrangda a speedy recovery, the film-world holds its breath for the day when she can confidently say she’s back—and running again.

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Oncologist shares top 10 Indian foods that quietly supercharge your gut: Idli, dosa, dahi, curd rice, poha, ragi, moong
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Oncologist shares top 10 Indian foods that quietly supercharge your gut: Idli, dosa, dahi, curd rice, poha, ragi, moong

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Gut health refers to the balance and well-being of the microbiome in your gastrointestinal tract. A healthy gut microbiome can aid in digestion, help the immune system function optimally, and even influence your mood and mental health. When this balance and diversity of gut microorganisms is disrupted, it can lead to health implications. So, how exactly can you improve gut health naturally? Also read | Nutritionist shares surprising probiotic, prebiotic foods in Indian kitchens apart from dahi

The combination of probiotics from the curd and the easy-to-digest nature of rice makes curd rice a gut-friendly dish for many people. (Unsplash)

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Arpit Bansal, a laparoscopic surgeon and oncologist at Jeevan Jyoti Hospital, Prayagraj, shared that following a gut-friendly diet can be the first step towards improving gut health and overall well-being.

“A healthy gut isn’t built by fancy powders — it’s trained daily by simple, living foods that feed good microbes, strengthen the intestinal barrier, and reduce inflammation through short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs),” he said.

Dr Bansal shared a list of 10 everyday Indian staples ‘that are silent healers that can keep your microbiome thriving’. Here they are:

Buttermilk contains probiotics, which can support gut health by promoting beneficial bacteria.
Buttermilk contains probiotics, which can support gut health by promoting beneficial bacteria.

1. Dahi and chaas (Curd and buttermilk)

Dr Bansal said, “Rich in live cultures like lactobacillus, these traditional ferments improve lactose digestion, reinforce the gut lining, and balance immunity. Always try to go for plain, unsweetened versions.”

2. Idli and dosa batter (Fermented rice and lentils)

“Fermentation pre-digests carbs and proteins, improves mineral absorption, and seeds the gut with beneficial lactic acid bacteria. The microbial metabolites remain active even after you steam them,” Dr Bansal said.

3. Dal and legumes (Moong, masoor, rajma, chana)

He added, “Dals are prebiotics full of resistant starch and soluble fibre. They feed butyrate-producing bacteria, the major molecule that soothes inflammation and fortifies gut walls.”

4. Cooked-then-cooled rice (Curd rice, poha)

Dr Bansal said, “When rice cools, its starch crystallises into ‘resistant starch’, which microbes ferment to SCFAs. This reduces gut pH, regulates sugar peaks, and minimises inflammation.”

5. Raw banana (Kaccha kela)

Dr Bansal further said, “Green bananas contain a wealth of resistant starch and pectin — wonderful for feeding up helpful species, particularly after antibiotic treatment or gut upset.”

Ragi, also known as finger millet, is high in dietary fibre, which promotes digestive health, prevents constipation, and supports a healthy gut microbiome.(Shutterstock)
Ragi, also known as finger millet, is high in dietary fibre, which promotes digestive health, prevents constipation, and supports a healthy gut microbiome.(Shutterstock)

6. Millets (Ragi, jowar, bajra)

He added, “Apart from fibre, their polyphenols behave as ‘microbe trainers’, enhancing metabolic indicators and microbial diversity. They take time to digest, maintaining gut and glucose stability.”

7. Haldi (Turmeric)

According to the doctor, “Curcumin directly affects the microbiome, decreasing inflammation and oxidative stress while increasing microbial diversity. When taken with black pepper, it becomes more absorbable.”

8. Onion and garlic

Dr Bansal said, “Rich in inulin and fructooligosaccharides, they function as natural prebiotics that specifically support lactobacillus and bifidobacteria, two important factors in gut balance and general metabolic health.”

9. Fenugreek (methi)

“The soluble fibre galactomannan in methi seeds slows down the absorption of sugars and provides nourishment for gut microorganisms. Methi seeds can be soaked or the greens can be sautéed to increase their prebiotic activity and ease the digestive tract,” Dr Bansal said.

10. Kanji (Black carrot ferment)

He added, “A seasonal probiotic elixir, kanji teems with natural lactic acid bacteria that helps in digestion and builds resilience. It’s India’s age-old answer to kombucha.”

How to use foods from this list today

Dr Bansal suggested: “Anchor one fermented food (dahi, idli, or kanji) and one resistant starch source (dal, cooled rice, or raw banana) in every meal. Season liberally with haldi, garlic, and methi — and let your microbes do the rest.”

Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.

This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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Bob Vylan announce ‘We Won’t Go Quietly’ 2025 UK tour as they hit back at “spineless” BBC chief for condemning “deeply disturbing” Glastonbury set to MPs
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Bob Vylan announce ‘We Won’t Go Quietly’ 2025 UK tour as they hit back at “spineless” BBC chief for condemning “deeply disturbing” Glastonbury set to MPs

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Bob Vylan have announced some UK headline dates for 2025, and hit back at the BBC director-general for condemning their Glastonbury set to MPs.

The punk rap duo will hit the road for their ‘We Won’t Go Quietly’ tour this November, following a summer of controversy surrounding their slot at Worthy Farm in June.

  • READ MORE: Bob Vylan: “We’ve been screaming about these topics at the top of our lungs for years. Why has it taken this long?”

“After all the attempts to silence us, we’re about to be louder than ever. We won’t go quietly!” the band wrote when confirming the upcoming shows this morning (September 9).

Kicking off at the O2 Academy in Leeds on November 4, the trek also includes stops in Manchester, Glasgow, London, Bristol and Birmingham.

Tickets go on general sale at 10am BST this Friday (September 12) – you’ll be able to buy yours here. An O2 Priority pre-sale will begin at the same time tomorrow (Wednesday September 10).

Check out the announcement post below, along with the full schedule.

Bob Vylan’s 2025 ‘We Won’t Go Quietly’ UK tour dates are:

NOVEMBER
04 – O2 Academy, Leeds
05 – Academy, Manchester
06 – O2 Academy, Glasgow 
11 – O2 Kentish Town Forum, London
20 – The Prospect Building, Bristol 

DECEMBER
04 – O2 Academy, Birmingham 

Bob Vylan have also called out Tim Davie, the BBC director-general, after he called the corporation’s decision to broadcast the duo’s Glastonbury 2025 set live “a very significant mistake” (via The Independent).

When facing questions from MPs on the Culture, Media and Sport Committee today, Davie branded Bob Vylan’s slot at the event “anti-Semitic” and “deeply disturbing”.

“I don’t think I misread it, I just got there [to Glastonbury] when I heard about it [at] about five o’clock,” Davie recalled. “The performance was well done by then, and at that point, I knew absolutely that it was an anti-Semitic broadcast.

“So, my decision was to get that off on demand, simple as that. I mean, it wasn’t too complicated in my mind […] I do think it was deeply disturbing.”

Bob Vylan at the BandLab NME Awards 2022. Credit: Zoe McConnell for NME

In response, the band labelled Davie a “spineless puppet” and denied any wrongdoing once again: “There was nothing anti-Semitic or criminal about anything I said at Glastonbury. Why do you think @metpoliceuk @ASPolice are taking so long?

As well as being dropped by their agency, Bob Vylan have had their US visas revoked and are currently under criminal investigation over the performance. The gig saw the duo voice their support for Palestine, criticise Israel, and lead the crowd in chants of “death, death to the IDF [Israel Defence Forces]”.

In July, it was reported that police were still investigating Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury set. However, it was confirmed at the time that they had dropped their inquiry into Kneecap’s performance at the festival.

“Tim Davie is doing his best to continue throwing others under the bus and cling on to power at the BBC but we see him and the institution for what they are,” Bob Vylan wrote this afternoon.

“Bought and paid for, complicit in the Gaza genocide and a leading force in the silencing of those speaking up against it.”

They went on to claim that “the reason [their Glastonbury set] wasn’t cut immediately is not because of some oversight at the BBC as they keep making out, but because there was nothing anti-Semitic about the performance”.

Davie said today that “the BBC made a very significant mistake in broadcasting” the show. “The fact that those words were broadcast to that broad audience […] frankly, it was disturbing,” he added.

Bob Vylan responded: “As a matter of fact I know there were staff at the BBC that loved the performance and saw nothing wrong with it until they were told there was something wrong with it. I also know some other bits and pieces but let me just 🤐.”

Following the broadcast, a spokesperson for the BBC said: “The team were dealing with a live situation, but with hindsight we should have pulled the stream during the performance. We regret this did not happen.”

They continued: “The BBC respects freedom of expression but stands firmly against incitement to violence. The anti-Semitic sentiments expressed by Bob Vylan were utterly unacceptable and have no place on our airwaves.”

Bob Vylan have also today addressed Lorna Clarke stepping down from her role as the BBC’s director of music following the backlash.

“Lorna Clarke, a Black woman, was so quickly dismissed from her duties after Glastonbury,” they wrote. “Why? Someone had to fall and who easier to take it than a Black woman. But now [Davie is] getting grilled and is showing just how incompetent and bought HE is.”

Bob Vylan have spoken out to defend their Glastonbury 2025 performance numerous times now. They’ve claimed it was vital to “teach our children to speak up for the change they want”, and reiterated that they were wanting the “dismantling of a violent military machine” – not calling for “the death of Jews or Arabs or any other race or group”.

In a statement, Glastonbury organisers said they were “appalled by the statements made from the West Holts stage by Bob Vylan”.

Shortly after the festival, the BBC said it would no longer broadcast performances it deemed “high risk”. Around the same time, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy accused the BBC of having a “problem of leadership”.

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bitchy | Mail: Netflix is already planning to ‘quietly drop’ Duchess Meghan’s As Ever!
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bitchy | Mail: Netflix is already planning to ‘quietly drop’ Duchess Meghan’s As Ever!

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This week, I finally got my “replacement” apricot jam from As Ever, as well as the two bottles of orange marmalade jam I ordered in the most recent As Ever product drop. I’ve tried both flavors and I prefer the apricot, for what it’s worth, but I’m still dreaming of a raspberry restock. The most recent product drop was coordinated alongside the premiere of With Love, Meghan’s second season. It feels like the Duchess of Sussex has finally worked out the supply lines for As Ever, right? Meghan’s biggest haters have been screaming about how the most recent products haven’t sold out, but that’s a good thing – Meghan and her team have finally got enough in stock to ensure that people can buy her products whenever they want, like a real functional business. While the scarcity business model works for a time, when you’re selling jams, wine and crepe mixes, people want to buy products whenever they need/want them. It’s bad business to have a sold-out product line for months at a time.

One of the most bizarre conversations happening around As Ever is the “why doesn’t Netflix sell Meghan’s products in their Netflix shops??” Because As Ever is a stand-alone thing? Well, that answer is not good enough for the Mail, or Richard Osman and Marina Hyde.

Meghan Markle’s tie-up with Netflix to sell her jam, pancake mix and flower sprinkles is already ‘petering out’ after just seven months, it was claimed today. The Duchess of Sussex’s As Ever brand is partnered with the streaming giant but none of her products are listed on the Netflix website. Netflix is also opening its first bricks-and-mortar stores in the US later this year so fans of shows such as KPop Demon Hunters, Squid Games and Stranger Things have the chance to buy merchandise. But there are growing doubts that As Ever products will be sold on the shelves despite her formal partnership with the streamer only being announced in February, the Daily Mail understands.

Speaking on her The Rest is Entertainment podcast with Richard Osman, journalist Marina Hyde suggested that Netflix is quietly dropping Meghan’s As Ever.

‘Meghan’s jam is supposedly for sale in the Netflix store. But they don’t even have a tab for her show’, she said. ‘She has gone into a product partnership with them but I’m afraid that will just peter out’.

It came after Meghan and Harry agreed a new TV deal with Netflix but experts said it was a ‘downgrade’ on their previous $100million contract, marking a loosening of ties between them. Her second season of With Love Meghan is only at 136 in the Netflix chart, under two weeks after its release. And it also appears that the Duchess of Sussex, 44, has quietly shut down her ShopMy website, which sold items from £20 ($26) grey t-shirts to £1,600 ($2,000) silk gowns.

The As Ever range was widely expected to be featured in the Philadelphia and Dallas branches of Netflix House, the streaming giant’s first physical stores. But a Netflix source has insisted that no final decisions had yet been made on any of the products that will be on the shelves later this year.

[From The Daily Mail]

It’s surprising that no one has a real explanation for why Meghan’s ShopMy page is blank right now. While the Mail and other tabloids have screamed about it all week, no one has an actual Sussex source explaining what Meghan is doing there. I suspect that it’s not a bad thing, and I also suspect that Meghan is not shutting down her ShopMy completely. But we’ll see. As for Marina Hyde and Richard Osman’s pocketwatching and gossip-mongering… lmao. They can’t cry about “Netflix is cutting their ties with the Sussexes” anymore, so now it’s “Netflix is cutting their ties with As Ever!” Girl, why?? Netflix suddenly doesn’t like to make money?

Photos courtesy of As Ever’s IG.

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