Rob Reiner, the director of the movie When Harry Met Sally, and his wife Michele Singer were found dead at his Los Angeles home and his son Nick is under suspicion. According to the People, Nick Reiner has killed his parents with a knife. Till now, there is no confirmation from the officials.

Who were Robe Reiner and Michele Singer?

Reiner carved out an influential career as an actor, director, writer and producer across five decades, according to the Variety.Born on March 6, 1947, in the Bronx, he was the son of legendary comedian and writer Carl Reiner, a giant of television’s Golden Age. Raised in Hollywood, Reiner studied at UCLA Film School and began his career with small television roles before landing the part that made him a household name. Reiner rose to fame as Michael “Meathead” Stivic on CBS’s groundbreaking sitcom All in the Family, playing the liberal, idealistic son-in-law to Carroll O’Connor’s Archie Bunker. The role earned him two Emmy Awards and placed him at the center of one of television’s most influential series, known for tackling social issues previously considered taboo. After leaving the show in 1978, Reiner reinvented himself behind the camera. His directorial breakthrough came with the 1984 improvisational mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap, which he also co-wrote and starred in. The film became a cult classic and launched one of the most remarkable directing runs in modern Hollywood. Between 1986 and 1992, Reiner delivered a string of critically acclaimed and commercially successful films across genres, including Stand By Me, The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally…, Misery and A Few Good Men, showcasing rare versatility and a keen eye for performance. In 1987, Reiner co-founded Castle Rock Entertainment, which produced numerous hit films before being acquired by Turner Broadcasting. While his later projects were often more personal and political—and less commercially dominant—he remained committed to filmmaking as a means of expression rather than profit.A vocal progressive activist, he remained committed to storytelling over profit. His most recent work was Spinal Tap II: The End Continues.Singer was at one time a photographer who shot Donald Trump’s photo for the cover of “The Art of the Deal.”Reiner and his wife are survived by children, Jake, Nick and Romy. He was the adoptive father of actress Tracy Reiner, the daughter of his first wife, the late actress and director Penny Marshall.

Top stocks to buy (AI image)

Stock market recommendations: According to Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities, the top stock picks for this week are BHEL, and Ashok Leyland. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty for the week starting December 15, 2025:Nifty ViewThe benchmark index Nifty kicked off December on a strong note, scaling a fresh all-time high of 26,325 in the very first trading session. However, the initial surge was followed by a familiar market behaviour — a measured and orderly pullback. Since August, the index has consistently followed a well-defined corrective pattern, with declines limited to under 3.5% and each phase spanning roughly 5 to 10 trading sessions. This disciplined price action has been a hallmark of the ongoing uptrend, prompting market participants to watch closely if history would repeat itself yet again.True to form, the latest corrective phase unfolded almost on expected lines. The index retreated close to 2.5%, with the correction extending over eight trading sessions, perfectly in sync with its established rhythm. Importantly, the 50-day EMA once again emerged as a key demand zone, arresting the decline and helping the index form a solid base. Adding to the constructive setup, Nifty has now formed small-bodied candles with long lower shadows for the third week in a row — a classic indication of sustained buying interest at lower levels. What this recurring pattern reveals about the market’s underlying resilience is where the real insight lies.Currently, Nifty is trading above both its short-term and long-term moving averages, with their upward slope suggesting improving trend strength. Momentum indicators echo this view, as the daily RSI has rebounded sharply from the 44.50 region and is now hovering around 54.48, comfortably above its 9-day average. This convergence of trend and momentum raises an important consideration: is the index quietly building the foundation for its next directional move?From a level’s perspective, the 26,150–26,200 zone is likely to act as an immediate resistance area. A sustained breakout above 26,200 could trigger a swift upside move towards 26,350, followed by 26,500 in the near term. On the downside, the 50-day EMA band of 25,750–25,700 is expected to provide a strong support cushion against any corrective pressure.Bank Nifty ViewThe banking benchmark index Bank Nifty underperformed the broader market last week, settling at 59,390 with a weekly decline of 0.66%. For the second week in a row, the index printed a small-bodied candle accompanied by a long lower shadow, highlighting buying interest at lower levels but also reflecting the absence of strong bullish follow-through.During the week, Bank Nifty spent most of its time hovering around the 20-day EMA, underscoring prevailing indecision and subdued momentum. Consistent with this price behaviour, the daily RSI continues to move in a sideways band, suggesting consolidation rather than the emergence of a directional trend.Looking ahead, the 59,700–59,800 zone is likely to act as a key resistance area. A decisive and sustained move above 59,800 could open the door for a sharp upside move towards 60,500, and if momentum strengthens further, the index may even test the 61,000 mark in the near term. On the downside, the 58,800–58,700 zone will serve as immediate support, and a breakdown below this level could increase downside pressure.

Stock recommendations:

BHELBHEL had struggled to close decisively above the 280 mark for the past six sessions, making it a strong resistance zone. On 12th December, the stock finally broke above this level on a notable rise in volumes, signalling strong buying conviction. With this breakout, the stock has also closed above the midline of the Bollinger Bands, indicating a shift toward positive price momentum.The RSI has moved up from 45 to 59, reflecting improving bullish strength. Additionally, the shrinking red MACD histogram bars suggest selling pressure is fading and a potential bullish crossover may be nearing, reinforcing the improving upward bias. Hence, we recommend to accumulate the stock in the zone of 285-282 with a stoploss of 275. On the upside, it is likely to test the level of 305 in the short term.Ashok LeylandAshok Leyland broke out of a tight 155–161 consolidation range of the last three trading sessions and closed higher, signalling renewed buying strength. The stock continues to trade comfortably above its key short and long-term moving averages, reinforcing a strong underlying trend. The Nifty Auto/Nifty ratio chart shows the ratio line bouncing off its upward-sloping trendline, highlighting sectoral outperformance with Ashok Leyland at the forefront. ADX is in a rising mode, indicating strengthening trend momentum, while the MACD line holding well above the zero line reflects sustained positive bias. RSI has climbed from 62 to 70, suggesting strong bullish momentum. Hence, we recommend to accumulate the stock in the zone of 164-162 with a stoploss of 156. On the upside, it is likely to test the level of 175 in the short term.(Disclaimer: Recommendations and views on the stock market, other asset classes or personal finance management tips given by experts are their own. These opinions do not represent the views of The Times of India)

A minor road altercation on the Katraj–Dehu Road bypass escalated into a brutal attack, leaving a 28-year-old Mumbai woman with a grievous eye injury

PUNE: What began as a minor road altercation on the Katraj–Dehu Road bypass turned into a brutal attack that left a 28-year-old Mumbai woman with a grievous eye injury and uncertain chances of regaining her vision. The Chembur resident, an HR professional, suffered severe damage to her left eye and had to undergo emergency surgery after three men on a two-wheeler allegedly chased the car she was travelling in, pelted it with stones and smashed its windows. The incident occurred near an underpass in Pune after the car reportedly ran over the foot of one of the men during an overtaking manoeuvre. According to police, the three men were detained and later released after being served notices as per procedure. As per the FIR, the woman, Puja Gupta, was seated in the passenger seat while her fiancé drove the car back to Mumbai on December 6, following a visit to his parents in Gaikwadnagar, Punawale. While overtaking a two-wheeler, the car’s tyre allegedly went over the foot of one of the riders. Though no one was injured, the incident sparked a heated argument. The men allegedly abused the couple, and one of them threw a stone at the car’s windscreen, shattering it. Fearing for their safety, the couple tried to flee but were forced to slow down after getting caught in a traffic jam near the Punawale underpass. The attackers reportedly caught up with them and smashed the remaining windows, including the rear windscreen. During the attack, a shard of broken glass pierced Gupta’s left eye, causing a serious injury. She was rushed to a private hospital in Chinchwad, where doctors performed an emergency corneoscleral repair surgery in an attempt to save her vision. More than a week after the operation, Gupta said her eyesight has not returned. “Doctors had initially said one surgery might be sufficient, but they also warned that another procedure could be required if my vision does not improve. They are unsure whether my eyesight will be fully restored because blood has accumulated inside the eye,” she told TOI. The FIR has been registered under sections 126(2) (wrongful restraint), 125 and 125(a) (rash or negligent acts endangering life or personal safety), 324(4) (mischief), and 352 (intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Gupta said she had urged the police to invoke the charge of attempted murder. “That was not done, and the accused were allowed to go home despite causing such serious injuries. They must be punished strictly so that they think twice before hurting anyone again,” she said.

As little information came into the public domain about the person of interest arrested in connection with the Brown University shooting, MAGA commentators speculated that the target was professor Rachel M Friedberg whose class was attacked by the shooter. The professor was not in the class at that time and a teaching assistant was there, according to reports. A Principles of Economics final exam review session was taking place. The investigators have not revealed any details about the shooter, his motive or anything else. Inside reports claimed he was arrested because he used a special type of gun.

“Prof Rachel Friedberg, whose class at ⁦@BrownUniversity was targeted last night by a shooter, taught at Hebrew University and advised the Knesset on immigration to Israel, among other credentials. I wonder who the shooter was and what could have possibly motivated him?” one post on X claimed. “The shooting occurred in the classroom of Professor Rachel Friedberg…who is Jewish, part of the Program in Judaic Studies, and whose research focuses on the intersection of economics and Jewish Studies? That seems like it might be incredibly relevant,” another wrote on X. “This was a blatant, targeted attack,” another comment read. “Isn’t it interesting how the only class targeted was that of Prof. Rachel Friedberg’s, who is Jewish, affiliated with Judaic Studies, taught in Israel? Yet, they refuse to release any information about the suspect,” one wrote. Right-wing activist Laura Loomer alleged a coverup going on in the Rhode Island by Democrat officials. “Source tells me the Democrat officials in Rhode Island and woke administrators at Brown are doing all they can to hide the fact that the shooter at Brown University was a Muslim who targeted the classroom of Professor Rachel Friedberg, who taught Judaic Studies in addition to Economics,” Loomer posted. “Source tells me Police and @FBI agents on the ground have also been instructed by Democrat officials on the ground in Rhode Island to not say the words ‘Muslim’ or ‘Islamic terror’,” Loomer said.

New Zealand have announced their squad for the third and final Test against West Indies, with two experienced campaigners making timely returns. The duo’s inclusion adds depth and balance to the side as the Black Caps look to clinch the series at home after taking a 1-0 lead. The decider will be played from December 18 at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.

Ajaz Patel returns after injury-enforced change

Left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel has been recalled to the Test squad, replacing fast bowler Blair Tickner, who has been ruled out after dislocating his shoulder during the recently concluded second Test. Tickner’s injury has forced the selectors into a change, and Patel’s return offers New Zealand a proven spin option heading into the final encounter.

Patel brings experience and control, especially valuable in longer formats where patience and consistency often dictate outcomes. His most recent Test appearance in November 2024 ended on a high, with the spinner earning Player of the Match honours for a decisive performance. With conditions at Mount Maunganui traditionally offering assistance later in the game, Patel will be hopeful of making a strong case for a place in the playing XI.

Tom Blundell back to bolster wicketkeeping unit

Wicketkeeper-batter Tom Blundell has also been named in the squad after recovering from a hamstring tear sustained during the opening Test of the series. Blundell, New Zealand’s first-choice keeper in Tests, missed the second match as a precaution, paving the way for Mitch Hay to make his international debut.

Hay impressed with his composure behind the stumps, but with Blundell now fit, the experienced campaigner is set to resume duties. Hay will return to Canterbury to continue his domestic commitments, while Blundell’s comeback restores stability to the middle order and leadership behind the wickets.

Also READ: Fans erupt as clinical New Zealand thrash West Indies in the second Test to take 1-0 lead

Continuity rewarded after series momentum

Aside from the two changes, the rest of the squad remains unchanged from the side that delivered New Zealand a crucial win in the second Test. That victory handed the hosts a 1-0 advantage after the opening match ended in a gripping draw, keeping the series finely poised heading into the finale.

Captain Tom Latham continues to lead a balanced squad featuring a strong core of batters and all-rounders. Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell and Rachin Ravindra provide depth and flexibility with the bat, while Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell add multi-dimensional options. The pace department, led by Jacob Duffy and supported by Zak Foulkes and Michael Rae, remains intact. With the series on the line, New Zealand will be eager to maintain momentum and make full use of home conditions.

New Zealand squad for third Test:

Tom Latham (c), Tom Blundell, Michael Bracewell, Kristian Clarke, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Daryl Mitchell, Ajaz Patel, Glenn Phillips, Michael Rae, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Will Young.

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NEW DELHI: Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju has demanded apology from leader of oppositions in both the houses — Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi — a day after videos of Congress workers sloganeering “eliminate” Prime Minister Narendra Modi surfaced on social media.“Both the LoPs in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha should apologise,” Rijiju said. He further claimed that the BJP or NDA had “never disrespected anyone’s parents or threatened anyone’s life.” “BJP-NDA has never disrespected anyone’s parents or threatened anyone’s life. We oppose people in different ways and criticise them, as politics allows in a democracy, but to kill someone, there has never been such a thought. What kind of mentality is this, that Congress leaders openly declared to kill someone?” he questioned.“The world and the country acknowledge PM Modi, and if some opposition leaders speak of killing him, it’s deeply saddening. Merely condemning it will not help. The Congress chief and the LoP must apologise to the country from the floor of the House,” he added.Several BJP leaders had shared a video on Sunday alleging the “real agenda” behind its SIR, ‘vote chori’ rally in Delhi was to “eliminate” Prime Minister Narendra Modi.“So the agenda is clear. It’s not about SIR. It is about Sanvidhan pe vaar. Congress leaders chanting ‘Kabr khudegi Modi ki, aaj nahi to kal khudegi‘,” BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said.“Recently Ragini Nayak had also tweeted an AI Video showing him as a chaiwala. In name of SIR – they want to eliminate PM Modi? Recently Rahul Gandhi threatened ECI too. So far Cong has abused PM Modi 150 + times,” he added.The Congress organised a massive rally at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi, stepping up its agitation over alleged “vote theft” and the special intensive revision of electoral rolls. The demonstration, branded “Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod”, was held amid heightened political tensions, coming just days after heated confrontations between the government and the Opposition in Parliament over the credibility of the electoral process.

Lionel Messi is set to wrap up his much-anticipated “G.O.A.T India Tour 2025” in New Delhi today following appearances in Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. (Getty Images)

NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi is set to wrap up his much-anticipated “G.O.A.T India Tour 2025” in New Delhi today, December 15, following appearances in Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. The national capital is brimming with excitement as fans prepare to witness the football legend’s first public event in the city at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, alongside a series of high-profile meetings.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Messi’s India tour began on a rocky note in Kolkata, where mismanagement at Salt Lake Stadium led to overcrowding and unrest, forcing organisers to cut the programme short. The Hyderabad leg proved far smoother, with Messi accompanied by fellow Argentines Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul. There, he met political leaders, participated in a G.O.A.T penalty shootout, and conducted football coaching sessions for children, delighting fans across the city.

Mumbai offered another historic moment, as Messi met cricket and football icons Sachin Tendulkar and Sunil Chhetri at Wankhede Stadium. He presented Tendulkar with a replica of the match ball from Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup victory and handed his national team jersey to Chhetri, while also engaging with young footballers.In Delhi, Messi’s schedule promises a packed day. He is expected to arrive in the morning from Mumbai and will take part in an exhibition and a felicitation ceremony. A private meet-and-greet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also planned, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah potentially attending.The public programme at Arun Jaitley Stadium begins at 1:30 PM, with gates opening at 11:30 AM. Highlights include a celebrity football match at 2:50 PM, in which Messi is expected to play at 3:30 PM, followed by a football clinic for 30 children from Minerva Academy. A stage ceremony and the G.O.A.T Cup exhibition match are scheduled for 4:20 PM. Messi will also meet cricket star Virat Kohli at the stadium, following his earlier interaction with Sachin Tendulkar at the Cricket Club of India.The event will conclude in the late afternoon, with Messi departing later in the evening after private engagements. The Delhi leg marks a fitting finale to a tour that has combined football action, celebrity interactions, and unique opportunities for young athletes to meet one of the greatest players in the world.

Lionel Messi – Delhi Itinerary (December 15, 2025)

Morning Arrival:Arrive in Delhi from Mumbai via charter flight (between 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM).Quick transfer to hotel.Public Event at Arun Jaitley Stadium:Gates Open: 11:30 AMProgramme Start: 1:30 PMCelebrity Football Match: 2:50 PMMessi joins the match: 3:30 PMChildren’s Football Clinic: 3:45 PM (30 kids from Minerva Academy)Stage Ceremony & G.O.A.T Cup Exhibition Match: 4:20 PMPrivate Meetings & Meet-and-Greet:With Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Between 2:30 PM – 3:30 PMOther VIP Meetings: Chief Justice of India, Chief of Defence Staff, and possibly Union Home Minister Amit ShahDeparture:Private engagements in the late afternoonDeparture from Delhi late at night or early December 16

Lionel Messi GOAT tour: Tickets and Live Streaming

Tickets for the Delhi leg of the GOAT India Tour are sold out. Fans can catch the event live on the Sony LIV app and website, the Prasar Bharati YouTube channel, and on DD Sports television.

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Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt expressed shock at artificial intelligence’s rapid advancement in software development, declaring his own obsolescence after witnessing an AI system generate an entire program autonomously—a moment that crystallized both the promise and peril of the technology he has championed for decades.“Holy crap. The end of me,” Schmidt said during a forum at Harvard University earlier this month. “I’ve been doing programming for 55 years. To see something start and end in front of your own life is really profound.” The admission from one of Silicon Valley’s most influential figures underscores a broader shift already underway: AI is moving from a helpful tool to a potential replacement for skilled human labor. At leading AI research labs, between 10 and 20 percent of programming work is already being done by AI systems, Schmidt revealed, with that proportion expected to grow exponentially in coming years.

AI’s bigger impact lies in automating business operations, not just code

Despite the dramatic demonstration, Schmidt argued that AI remains underhyped rather than overhyped, as the technology’s true economic impact lies beyond coding. Speaking with Professor Graham Allison at the John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum at Harvard University, he pointed to the automation of corporate work as AI’s biggest untapped potential.

The real transformation is happening inside companies, where AI systems are taking over billing, accounting, product design, delivery, and inventory management, Schmidt explained. These routine processes quietly consume billions in corporate spending, and automating them could fundamentally reshape business operations.

Artificial general intelligence could arrive by 2029, warns tech leader

Schmidt predicted artificial general intelligence—systems matching the smartest mathematicians, physicists, and artists—will arrive within three to five years. This timeline is driven by what he calls “recursive self-improvement,” where AI learns independently without human instruction.“The computers are now doing self-improvement. They’re learning how to plan, and they don’t have to listen to us anymore,” he warned at another recent event. Schmidt noted that AI already writes 10 to 20 percent of code at leading research labs like OpenAI and Anthropic.Looking further ahead, Schmidt forecast that within four years, AI will achieve autonomous learning capabilities. “Many people believe that there will be AI mathematicians in the next year,” he said, adding that the ability for computers to discover new facts and generate medical breakthroughs appears imminent.However, Schmidt emphasized the need for human oversight as AI approaches these capabilities. “Somebody’s going to have to raise their hand and say, ‘We just went too far,'” he cautioned. “I think there’s no higher duty than to preserve human agency and human freedom.”The former Google executive suggested Wall Street is underestimating the magnitude of AI’s impact on business automation and scientific discovery.