Emmy-winning actor Catherine O’Hara, celebrated for her iconic roles in Schitt’s Creek, Home Alone, and Beetlejuice, has passed away at the age of 71 following a brief illness, according to her representatives. From her early days with Second City and SCTV to her unforgettable portrayal of Moira Rose, O’Hara shaped modern comedy across film and television for more than four decades. Tributes poured in from across Hollywood, including a moving message from her Home Alone co-star Macaulay Culkin.
31 January,2026 05:45 PM IST
Nakuul Mehta and Danish Sait sit down for a candid chat with Mid-Day as their show Space Gen Chandrayaan launched this year. The actors reflect on dealing with failure and how their perception of life changed. Nakuul recalls how he has auditioned more than 500 times and how the rejections didn’t bog him down. The actor also reflected on how fatherhood changed him and shares how he prioritizes spending time with kids amid a hectic work schedule. Watch the full interview here.
31 January,2026 01:43 AM IST
A new transatlantic rift is emerging as President Donald Trump openly warns the United Kingdom against strengthening business ties with China, calling the move dangerous for national and strategic security. The warning comes just as Prime Minister Keir Starmer concludes a high profile visit to Beijing aimed at resetting UK-China relations after years of diplomatic strain. Rather than backing down, Britain appears to be pushing forward. Starmer has defended engagement with China as a matter of national interest, arguing that economic cooperation can coexist with firm security safeguards.
31 January,2026 01:41 AM IST
A new political and cultural controversy is unfolding after podcaster Candace Owens released leaked audio she claims came from a private Zoom meeting held days after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The recording, allegedly featuring comments from Erika Kirk, quickly spread across social media and ignited intense backlash.
31 January,2026 01:40 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
