To Liam Payne, Tributes From Charlie Puth, Paris Hilton And Others - "Can't Believe He Is Gone"

Liam Payne, former member of the renowned boy band One Direction, is no more. The musician died after falling three floors from a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Tributes are pouring in from all corners for Liam Payne. Charlie Puth expressed his disbelief and recalled how kind the late singer had always been to him. He shared a video of them on Instagram and wrote, "I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me. He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I cannot believe he is gone. I'm so upset right now. May he rest in peace. I am so sorry."

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Paris Hilton, on X (formerly Twitter), wrote, "So upsetting to hear the news of @LiamPayne passing. Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. RIP my friend."

So upsetting to hear the news of @LiamPayne passing? Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. ? RIP my friend?

— Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton) October 16, 2024

German DJ Zedd, who collaborated with Liam Payne on the 2017 single Get Low, shared, "RIP Liam... I can't believe this is real...absolutely heartbreaking." In a separate post, he wrote, "Life is short and fragile... You never know what people are going through. We live in times where being rude, divisive and mean is normal; sometimes even celebrated. It doesn't have to be this way. We should do our best to be kind, supportive and mindful."

RIP Liam... I can't believe this is real...
absolutely heartbreaking ... ?

— Zedd (@Zedd) October 16, 2024

Ty Dolla Sign also paid tribute to the late singer and wrote, "Just talked to you 2 days ago my guy. Ima miss u frfr sucio."

Born in Wolverhampton, England, Liam Payne first gained attention as a contestant on The X Factor in 2008 but was eliminated. He returned two years later, joining Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik to form One Direction, which finished third on the show and was subsequently signed to Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment. During their active years from 2010 to 2016, One Direction became one of the most successful boy bands in history, selling over 70 million records globally. After announcing an indefinite hiatus, the members pursued solo careers.

Liam Payne started his solo career in 2017 with the hit single Strip That Down, featuring Quavo, which reached the top 10 in the US and peaked at No. 3 in the UK. His debut album, LP1, released in December 2019, reached No. 17 in the U.K. Earlier this year, he released his latest single, Teardrops, along with an acoustic version.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition Confirmed to Launch in South Korea on October 21

Samsung has confirmed the launch of an upcoming Galaxy device in its home country of South Korea next week. While details remain unknown, the upcoming unveiling is widely speculated to be of the purported Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition, which has been rumoured to be in development for some time. Notably, this development builds upon recent leaks that suggested the purported handset may feature a thinner design and bigger displays compared to the standard model.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition Launch Date

In a newsroom post, Samsung South Korea announced that it will showcase a new Galaxy device on October 21. The device is expected to be the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition. A teaser video has also been posted, but doesn't show the device. The company did not reveal any details about the purported device, however recent reports hint at a redesigned camera module which may be stacked in a rectangular layout instead of the pill-shaped unit on the standard Galaxy Z Fold 6.

Furthermore, the foldable smartphone could have a thickness of 10.6mm when folded, compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 6's 12.1mm thickness — translating into a difference of just 1.5mm. It is said to have S Pen support and a titanium frame.

In terms of optics, the purported Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition may sport a 200-megapixel primary camera. It is also reported to be equipped with marginally bigger displays, with a claimed 8-inch internal and 6.5-inch outer display. For reference, the standard model is equipped with a 6.3-inch internal and 7.60-inch external screen.

However, unlike the standard Galaxy Z Fold 6 which is globally available, the special edition variant launched by the South Korean technology conglomerate is expected to have limited availability. Reports suggest will only launch in two markets: China and South Korea. The foldable smartphone is tipped to first debut on September 25 in South Korea – the company's home base. This launch is said to be followed by its unveiling in China shortly after.

The production numbers are likely to remain limited too, with only 4 to 5 lakh units of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition expected to be produced.

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Liam Payne, Former One Direction Member, Dies At 31

Liam Payne, former member of the renowned boy band One Direction, has tragically died at the age of 31. According to AP, the musician died after falling three floors from a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Alberto Crescenti, head of the state emergency medical system, said that he fell into a courtyard at Casa Sur Hotel, as per the report. The circumstances surrounding the fall are still under investigation.

Born in Wolverhampton, England, Liam Payne first gained attention as a contestant on The X Factor in 2008 but was eliminated. He returned two years later, joining Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik to form One Direction, which finished third on the show and was subsequently signed to Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment. During their active years from 2010 to 2016, One Direction became one of the most successful boy bands in history, selling over 70 million records globally. After announcing an indefinite hiatus, the members pursued solo careers.

Liam Payne started his solo career in 2017 with the hit single Strip That Down, featuring Quavo, which reached the top 10 in the US and peaked at No. 3 in the UK. His debut album, LP1, released in December 2019, reached No. 17 in the U.K. Earlier this year, he released his latest single, Teardrops, along with an acoustic version.

Liam Payne was candid about his struggles with alcohol and mental health. Last year, the musician shared that he had achieved over three months of sobriety. "I'm sober now, over 100 days," he told IFL TV, expressing his happiness and appreciation for the support from his fans.

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Liam Payne, Former One Director Member, Dies At 31

Liam Payne, former member of the renowned boy band One Direction, has tragically died at the age of 31. According to AP, the musician died after falling three floors from a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Alberto Crescenti, head of the state emergency medical system, said that he fell into a courtyard at Casa Sur Hotel, as per the report. The circumstances surrounding the fall are still under investigation.

Born in Wolverhampton, England, Liam Payne first gained attention as a contestant on The X Factor in 2008 but was eliminated. He returned two years later, joining Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik to form One Direction, which finished third on the show and was subsequently signed to Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment. During their active years from 2010 to 2016, One Direction became one of the most successful boy bands in history, selling over 70 million records globally. After announcing an indefinite hiatus, the members pursued solo careers.

Liam Payne started his solo career in 2017 with the hit single Strip That Down, featuring Quavo, which reached the top 10 in the US and peaked at No. 3 in the UK. His debut album, LP1, released in December 2019, reached No. 17 in the U.K. Earlier this year, he released his latest single, Teardrops, along with an acoustic version.

Liam Payne was candid about his struggles with alcohol and mental health. Last year, the musician shared that he had achieved over three months of sobriety. "I'm sober now, over 100 days," he told IFL TV, expressing his happiness and appreciation for the support from his fans.

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Android 15 Rolling Out to Pixel Phones; Brings Theft Detection Lock, Private Space and More

Android 15 rollout has commenced for Pixel devices, Google announced on Tuesday. The latest operating system (OS) was globally released on September 3. Google has detailed the features of the update on Pixel devices, including security measures like Theft Detection Lock and privacy-centric additions such as Private Space. Furthermore, Android 15 also includes exclusive functionality for foldable smartphones and devices along with improvements for the camera and authentication.

Android 15 Features

In a blog post, Google highlighted the features arriving on Pixel smartphones with the Android 15 update, including a feature dubbed Theft Detection Lock. It leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to sense if the device has been snatched or stolen and lock it automatically. Alternatively, users can take advantage of the existing Remote Lock functionality to manually lock the handset using the mobile number.

The Mountain View-based tech giant is also making it more difficult for malicious actors to access the device settings, courtesy of added authentication requirements for actions like removing SIM or turning off Find My Device. If multiple failed attempts are detected, the device will automatically be locked.

Google also emphasised on privacy with the already-previewed Private Space feature — private space for users to store their private information. Users will be able to add another layer of authentication to this space or choose to hide it entirely from the view.

For foldable devices like the new Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Android 15 will allow users to pin or unpin the taskbar on the screen for easy access. They can customise the layout of the page and keep frequently used apps within quick reach. The update's App Pairing feature is claimed to make multitasking easier by enabling sharing of files using drag and drop. Users can also save their most frequently used app combinations and they will appear as a single app icon on the home screen.

Android 15 also includes other changes on Pixel devices such as improved controls in the camera app during low-light conditions, more precise control in third-party camera apps, single-tap login in apps using Passkeys for authentication, and the ability to use satellite communication in third-party apps without Wi-Fi or cellular connection.

Eligible Google Pixel Models

Several Pixel smartphones, ranging from the latest Pixel 9 series to the Pixel 6 series, are expected to get the upgrade to Android 15. Google says the following Pixel smartphones are eligible to receive the over-the-air (OTA) update:

1. Google Pixel 9 Series
2. Google Pixel Fold
3. Google Pixel 8 Series
4. Google Pixel 7 Series
5. Google Pixel 6 Series
6. Google Pixel Tablet

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Vijay Patkar, Shreyas Talpade Remember Atul Parchure: "Such An Actor Cannot Return"

Actor Vijay Patkar and director Kedar Shinde mourned the demise of veteran actor Atul Parchure, who passed away on Monday after a prolonged battle with cancer.

Colleagues and friends from the Marathi film industry gathered to pay their final respects at the actor's last rites on Tuesday.

Talking to ANI, Vijay Patkar said Atul Parchure was an actor who had no limitations. "He could play any role. We were together in the All the Best film. We were together in many Marathi films. And we were friends for many years. Such a friend has passed away today. They say it's a loss. It's really a big loss. Because such an actor cannot return. Atul, wherever you are, be happy."

Director Kedar Shinde also shared his feelings on the loss of his friend. He said, "We are not fortunate enough to work with good artists. We are very saddened by this. Atul and I have been working together since we started our careers in this industry. We did several films, serials and theatre together. When one of the versatile artists leaves, there is a lot of pain. But I feel that we take care of our lives. We should try to keep our health and nature healthy. This is very important. I request all artists to look after their health because our industry does not allow us to do that. It changes our lifestyle. So we should be careful about that. We will not find such a person and such a friend again."

A while ago, actor Shreyas Talpade also expressed grief. "He was a very big actor. He has inspired almost all of us. He has inspired everyone in our generation. We grew up watching his work. So today, this is a big loss for all of us. It is extremely unfortunate."

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) Chief Raj Thackeray was among those in attendance.

Actor Arjun Kapoor also took to social media to express his condolences. "I never had a chance to work with him, but he always seemed to be such a likeable person no matter what role he played," Kapoor wrote, adding, "He was taken by cancer despite fighting the disease for many years. May his soul rest in peace."

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also voiced his grief, emphasizing the loss of the immense talent.

"The untimely death of Atul Parchure is painful. Sometimes making the audience laugh requires immense talent," Shinde noted in a post on X.

He praised Parchure's multifaceted contributions to drama, film, and television, stating, "He left his mark in all three fields of drama, film, and serials."

Shinde mentioned Parchure's notable works, including Tarun Turk Mhatare Arkand Natigoti, emphasizing how deeply he resonated with audiences through his performances.

Parchure's filmography spans numerous beloved films, such as Navra Mazha Navsacha, Salaam-E-Ishq, Partner, All the Best: Fun Begins, Khatta Meetha, Bbuddah... Hoga Terra Baap, and Brave Heart.

He was also well-known for his comedic appearances on The Kapil Sharma Show, which further endeared him to fans across India.

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To Atul Parchure, Tributes From Arjun Kapoor, Boman Irani And Others

The death of Atul Parchure has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. The 57-year-old actor, known for his work in both Bollywood and Marathi film industry, died on Monday after a battle with cancer. His death prompted an outpouring of tributes on social media. From Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to Bollywood stars like Arjun Kapoor, Boman Irani and Sachin Pilgaonkar, many prominent figures shared their condolences through heartfelt posts. Here is a look at some of their messages:

1. Arjun Kapoor 

In his tribute, Arjun Kapoor called Atul Parchure a “likeable person.” He wrote, “I never had a chance to work with him, but he always seemed to be such a likeable person no matter what role he played… He was taken by Cancer despite fighting the disease for many years. May his soul rest in peace.”

2. Boman Irani

Veteran actor Boman Irani also dropped a note in his Instagram Stories. It read, “Saddened to hear about the passing of Atul Parchure. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and loved ones." 

3. Sachin Pilgaonkar

The actor posted a black-and-white image of Atul Parchure. He shared a Marathi note which roughly translates to, “The pain of losing an artist and friend like Atul Parchure is very painful and we will never forget him.”

4. Supriya Pilgaonkar 

Sachin Pilgaonkar's wife, actress Supriya Pilgaonkar also shared a Marathi note to pay her condolences. Here's its English translation – “Dear friend you shouldn't have been like this, you fought a lot! You have tolerated a lot. You will always be missed. Your silly smile will always be missed. May your soul rest in peace and the strength to endure the pain of the family.”

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5. Ashoke Pandit

The filmmaker also posted a tribute for the “brilliant & veteran actor.” He said, “Sad to know about the demise of brilliant & veteran actor Atul Parchure. It's a great loss to the theatre and cinema world. Heartfelt condolences to the family and near ones.”

6. Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath dropped a Marathi note on Instagram. He stated, “Premature exit of a clever actor: Someone who makes the audience laugh out loud and sometimes makes tears in the eyes. The untimely demise of ever introspective class actor Atul Parchure is painful. Atul Parchure has shown his glorious acting career from Balarangbhumi. They made a unique impression in all three fields of drama, film and series. Young Turks be old extracts, relatives or poo. Okay. Whether Deshpande's literal, reading humour, Atul Parchure added deep colours to it with his personal qualities. They also made a great personality in Marathi and Hindi movies. A classy Marathi actor has been lost due to his departure. This damage is not to be filled with. I am a part of the grief of the family members due to this relationship as one of the thousands of fans of Parchure. May God give them the strength to endure this suffering. On behalf of the state government, I pay tribute to them. Om Shanti.”

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Atul Parchure has worked in many movies such as Khatta Meetha, Salaam-E-Ishq and Chor Machaaye Shor. He has also appeared in comedy shows like Comedy Nights with Kapil, Comedy Circus and Comedy Circus Ke Ajoobe. 

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