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Mint
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Who is 'Game Of Thrones' star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau? What is he doing in Bengaluru?
Prominent for portraying Jaime Lannister in the well-known Game Of Thrones series, Nikolaj Coster Waldau was seen in Bengaluru and fans couldn't wait to get his once glimpse and click some photos with him. One of the content creators, who was at Rameshwaram Cafe filming herself, was surprised to spot Nikolaj and posted about it on social media. Nikolaj William Coster‑Waldau, 55, is a Danish actor, producer, and climate advocate. He is best known for his role as Jaime Lannister in HBO's Game of Thrones from 2011 to 2019. Born on July 27, 1970, in Denmark, he trained at the Danish National School of Theatre and gained national recognition with the 1994 thriller Nightwatch. He made his US film debut in Black Hawk Down (2001) and went on to appear in both European and Hollywood films like Headhunters, Oblivion, and Gods of Egypt. He co-wrote and starred in the survival drama Against the Ice (2022), and currently hosts the documentary series An Optimist's Guide to the Planet. Married to Greenlandic actress Nukâka since 1997, he is also a father of two and a passionate football fan. Nikolaj's next appearance will be in the upcoming historical epic series King and Conqueror, set to premiere on the BBC. The trailer for the series was released online yesterday, July 25. He also stars alongside Jennifer Garner in The Last Thing He Told Me. Nikolaj Coster Waldau visited Bengaluru during a personal leisure trip to India with fellow tourists. Engineer-turned-content creator Miss Shakira stated, 'So I was at @therameshwaramcafe ,Bengaluru when I was randomly filming myself and just found @nikolajwilliamcw aka Jaime Lannister from @gameofthrones standing just behind me , it was a star-struck moment.' Nikolaj donned a black shirt and a matching cap. He was seen savouring idlis and dosas. One of the users commented, 'Omg, where did you find him? Did you ask how is Cersei?' Another joked, "Fake. That's clearly not Jaime Lannister. He lost his right hand in season 3.' Besides Shakira, the team at Rameshwaram Cafe posted pictures with the actor as all looked enthusiastic after his visit there. 'A star-studded moment at The Rameshwaram Cafe, Rajajinagar! Today, we had the absolute honour of hosting the incredibly talented Nikolaj William Coster-Waldau and his team... We are beyond thrilled to have shared this special day with you,' the cafe's post read.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Why was the Doomsday Plane flying over the U.S last week — are fears of an attack on U.S soil imminent?
A 'Doomsday' plane caused alarm as it flew across the United States this week, sparking concerns about rising tensions with Iran . This raised fears of impending conflict. The Boeing E-4B 'Nightwatch,' also known as the ' Doomsday plane ,' is a special airborne command post that flew from Louisiana to Maryland as tensions between Israel and Iran grew. According to FlightAware, the plane departed Tuesday at 10:37 a.m. from the area around Window Rock, Arizona, on its way to the Louisiana base, as quoted in a report by the Daily Mail. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Business Sneaker Loved by CEOs and NFL Stars Wolf & Shepherd Shop Now Undo What is a 'Doomsday Plane'? According to a Daily Mail report, doomsday planes have three decks, including a command room, conference room, briefing room, teamwork area, communications room, and a designated rest area with eighteen bunks. The aircraft were intended to fly for a full week without landing, but they have continued to fly and function for up to 35.4 hours in a single session. Live Events Concerns about heightened presidential security were raised by the flight amid escalating Middle East tensions. ALSO READ: Doomsday Plane spotted in D.C. — what is it and who's behind the mysterious aircraft? Are fears of an attack on U.S. soil imminent? While speculation grew, the Air Force quickly clarified that it was a routine mission and not a sign of an impending attack. The Air Force stated, however, that the flight was a planned mission that had nothing to do with the events in the Middle East at the time, as per a report by the Daily Mail. What role could the Doomsday Plane play in a crisis? In an emergency, the Doomsday plane serves as a flying command post for key officials and is designed to coordinate military operations and withstand a nuclear attack. It can also refuel while in the air. They can withstand cyberattacks, electromagnetic effects, and nuclear blasts because they have thermal and nuclear shielding. They are also capable of firing retaliatory missiles. Besides carrying specialized equipment, the aircraft can support analysts and strategists while in flight and communicate with anyone, anywhere in the world. Iranian President Khamenei stated that Iran would "stand firm against an imposed war, just as it will stand firm against an imposed peace." Khamenei declared that Israel's campaign was a "huge mistake" and that it would be "punished." Donald Trump will put pressure on Tehran to engage in negotiations as he decides in the next two weeks whether the US will intervene in the Israel-Iran air war. FAQs Why did the Doomsday Plane fly? According to the Air Force, the mission was routine and pre-planned, with no connection to Middle Eastern tensions. What can the Doomsday Plane do? It can be used as an airborne command post during a crisis, and it has special equipment that allows it to operate even after a nuclear strike.
Miami Herald
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Trump's Nuclear Attack ‘Doomsday Plane' Arrives In Washington
A U.S. Air Force "Doomsday Plane" arrived at Joint Base Andrews Tuesday night, fueling speculation of a potential U.S. role in the escalating Israel-Iran crisis. The E-4B Nightwatch aircraft landed at the military facility in suburban Washington, D.C., as speculation grows over potential U.S. military action in Iran. Newsweek has contacted the Pentagon for comment by email. The timing of the E-4B's deployment comes amid heightened tensions as President Donald Trump is reported to be inching closer to ordering military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. While the White House hasn't commented on the aircraft's latest movement, social media users are speculating it signals potential military readiness from the United States. The E-4B "Nightwatch,"dubbed the "Doomsday Plane" is a militarized Boeing 747. It serves as the National Airborne Operations Center and is a key component of the National Military Command System for the president, the secretary of defense and the joint chiefs of staff. In a national emergency or loss of ground command, the aircraft "provides a highly survivable command, control and communications center to direct U.S. forces, execute emergency war orders, and coordinate actions by civil authorities," the U.S. Air Force said. It was used during the September 11, 2001 attacks. The use of an atypical callsign—"ORDER01" instead of the usual "ORDER6"—fueled speculation about the nature of its current mission. It's unclear whether it latest flight from Barksdale Air Force Base near Bossier City, Louisiana, to Joint Base Andrews was a routine operation, or a precautionary move, but Newsweekpreviously reported that it is most likely no more than a show of force. The E-4B Nightwatch can remain airborne for extended periods, capable of refueling mid-air. Protected against electromagnetic pulse attacks, and capable of surviving a nuclear blast, the plane is equipped with advanced satellite communications, shielding technologies, and can accomodate more than 100 people "In case of national emergency or destruction of ground command and control centers, the aircraft provides a highly survivable command, control and communications center to direct U.S. forces, execute emergency war orders, and coordinate actions by civil authorities," the U.S. Air Force said. The aircraft's arrival coincided with reports that Trump is considering military action against Iran's nuclear facilities. The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday that the president privately approved operational attack plans while stopping short of authorizing an attack. Multiple sources said Trump remains undecided about launching strikes, amid doubts over whether American Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) bombs could destroy Iran's deeply buried and heavily fortified Fordow nuclear plant near the city of Qom. Meanwhile, Israel and Iran are exchanging air and missile strikes, intensifying already-severe regional tensions. Senior officials told numerous outlets, including CNN, that Trump is less convinced by diplomatic options and increasingly open to military intervention. President Donald Trump told reporters on Wednesday: "I'm not looking to fight. But if it's a choice between fighting and [Iran] having a nuclear weapon, you have to do what you have to do, and maybe we won't have to fight." Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of Iran, said in a public address: "The Americans should know that any U.S. military intervention will undoubtedly be accompanied by irreparable damage. The U.S. entering in this matter is 100 percent to its own detriment. The damage it will suffer will be far greater than any harm that Iran may encounter." The foreign ministers of Germany, France and Britain have scheduled nuclear talks in Geneva on Friday with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, according to Reuters. Related Articles The U.S. Has Never Been a Bigger Target for Terrorism. Trump Is Why | OpinionTrump's Military Crackdown on Los Angeles Was Unconstitutional | OpinionJuneteenth Is Under Attack Because It Tells the Truth About Power | OpinionPope Leo Is Shaping Up To Be Trump's Most Effective Moral Opponent | Opinion 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Trump's Nuclear Attack 'Doomsday Plane' Arrives In Washington
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A U.S. Air Force "Doomsday Plane" arrived at Joint Base Andrews Tuesday night, fueling speculation of a potential U.S. role in the escalating Israel-Iran crisis. The E-4B Nightwatch aircraft landed at the military facility in suburban Washington, D.C., as speculation grows over potential U.S. military action in Iran. Newsweek has contacted the Pentagon for comment by email. Members of the U.S. Air Combat Command Security Forces guard the E-4B Nightwatch plane on September 28, 2013 at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. Members of the U.S. Air Combat Command Security Forces guard the E-4B Nightwatch plane on September 28, 2013 at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. Jacquelyn Martin-Pool/Getty Images Why It Matters The timing of the E-4B's deployment comes amid heightened tensions as President Donald Trump is reported to be inching closer to ordering military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. While the White House hasn't commented on the aircraft's latest movement, social media users are speculating it signals potential military readiness from the United States. What To Know The E-4B "Nightwatch,"dubbed the "Doomsday Plane" is a militarized Boeing 747. It serves as the National Airborne Operations Center and is a key component of the National Military Command System for the president, the secretary of defense and the joint chiefs of staff. In a national emergency or loss of ground command, the aircraft "provides a highly survivable command, control and communications center to direct U.S. forces, execute emergency war orders, and coordinate actions by civil authorities," the U.S. Air Force said. It was used during the September 11, 2001 attacks. The use of an atypical callsign—"ORDER01" instead of the usual "ORDER6"—fueled speculation about the nature of its current mission. It's unclear whether it latest flight from Barksdale Air Force Base near Bossier City, Louisiana, to Joint Base Andrews was a routine operation, or a precautionary move, but Newsweek previously reported that it is most likely no more than a show of force. The E-4B Nightwatch can remain airborne for extended periods, capable of refueling mid-air. Protected against electromagnetic pulse attacks, and capable of surviving a nuclear blast, the plane is equipped with advanced satellite communications, shielding technologies, and can accomodate more than 100 people "In case of national emergency or destruction of ground command and control centers, the aircraft provides a highly survivable command, control and communications center to direct U.S. forces, execute emergency war orders, and coordinate actions by civil authorities," the U.S. Air Force said. The aircraft's arrival coincided with reports that Trump is considering military action against Iran's nuclear facilities. The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday that the president privately approved operational attack plans while stopping short of authorizing an attack. Multiple sources said Trump remains undecided about launching strikes, amid doubts over whether American Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) bombs could destroy Iran's deeply buried and heavily fortified Fordow nuclear plant near the city of Qom. Meanwhile, Israel and Iran are exchanging air and missile strikes, intensifying already-severe regional tensions. Senior officials told numerous outlets, including CNN, that Trump is less convinced by diplomatic options and increasingly open to military intervention. What People Are Saying President Donald Trump told reporters on Wednesday: "I'm not looking to fight. But if it's a choice between fighting and [Iran] having a nuclear weapon, you have to do what you have to do, and maybe we won't have to fight." Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of Iran, said in a public address: "The Americans should know that any U.S. military intervention will undoubtedly be accompanied by irreparable damage. The U.S. entering in this matter is 100 percent to its own detriment. The damage it will suffer will be far greater than any harm that Iran may encounter." What Happens Next The foreign ministers of Germany, France and Britain have scheduled nuclear talks in Geneva on Friday with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, according to Reuters.
The Irish Sun
18-06-2025
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Trump's ‘Doomsday Plane' designed to survive nuclear war touches down near Washington DC as Iran strike looms
DONALD Trump's n uclear-hardened "Doomsday Plane" has touched down near to Washington DC as speculation grows over a strike on Iran. The impervious US Air Force E-4B 'Nightwatch' aircraft landed at Joint Base Andrews under the cover of darkness on Tuesday - hours after Trump's crisis meeting in the White House Situation Room. 9 The impervious US Air Force E-4B 'Nightwatch' aircraft has touched down near to Washington DC Credit: Getty 9 An advanced satellite communications system allows for worldwide conversations with global senior leaders Credit: SWNS 9 A fire burns at the Iran State Radio and Television (IRIB) building after it was hit by an Israeli strike Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 9 Eager aviation followers managed to track the huge Boeing as it went on the move and went on a highly irregular flight path from Barksdale Air Force Base in Shreveport, Louisiana. Its movement has sparked fears that it could be a clear indication of Trump and the US joining the war against Iran . The US government has been urged to join forces with Israel in recent days and bring an end to the Iranian regime in the Middle East. Trump has even directly threatened Tehran's Supreme Leader this week, saying "we know where you're hiding". read more in Donald Trump US officials have stressed no official decision has been made yet about their intervention. But the Nightwatch being moved to just outside of the capital has raised many eyebrows around why it is now so close to the president. The craft took off from Bossier City and traveled along the coast before landing at the airbase in Maryland at 10:01pm. The flight lasted for over four hours with never-before-seen call signs also being noticed by online trackers of ORDER01 instead of the typical ORDER6. Most read in The US Sun The militarized Boeing 747-200 is only used by the White House's top staff and defence forces in case of a major emergency or global crisis. The aircraft has only been called into action once before - on September 11, 2001 during the attack on the Twin Towers. Britain will NEVER be safe until Iran's nuke scheme is crushed…this is our Churchill moment, Israeli ambassador says This is due to it being specially designed to keep the US's most powerful figures safe even in the most deadly conditions. It is designed to withstand electromagnetic pulses and even nuclear and thermal blasts - hence the "Doomsday Plane" nickname. They have been in operation since the 1970s and were long considered the best chance for a Cold War president to survive a nuke. The massive 231ft jet can hold up to 111 crew and passengers on board and features six main areas from a relaxing lounge to a command work area and briefing room. Another key safety feature is that the plane has four engines and is capable of refueling mid flight allowing for over 35 hours in the air. Elsewhere, an advanced satellite communications system allows for worldwide conversations with global senior leaders. An engine can produce 52,500 pounds of thrust from the planes and they can carry up to 800,000 pounds. This weight can be easily distributed across the massive 231ft long craft that also boasts a 195ft wingspan. 9 Smoke rises in the direction of Khojir complex as the Israel-Iran air war continues Credit: Reuters 9 A USAF C-17 Globemaster cargo transport plane lands at Prestwick airport as one of many US military aircraft deployed from the US towards Europe and the Middle East Credit: Alamy 9 Trump has already sent threats to Iran and their Supreme Leader in recent days Credit: Each individual plane is believed to have cost a whopping $223million to make. While it is still unclear why the plane was moved overnight, the aircraft is operational 24/7 to make sure it is always available when needed. Regular training flights are often done throughout the year as well. It follows a week of signs that the US is preparing to blitz Iran with the most notable being a At least 30 large air-to-air refuellers swooped across the Atlantic followed by at least a dozen F-22 Raptors and F-35 Lightning jets. Experts said the F-22s and F-35s would most likely be used to bolster Israel's air defence amid fears Tel Aviv cold run low in its Iron Dome and interceptor missiles. But there are fears the fighter bombers could also be used to strike targets inside Iran . The USS Nimitz aircraft carrier was also seen The US President has already warned the "full strength and might" of the military would be used if America was attacked. Dozens of USAF KC-135 Stratotanker refuelers and KC-46 Pegasus tankers swooped into bases in Prestwick, Scotland, Ramstein, Germany, Moron in Spain and Chania in Crete. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said he had ordered 'the deployment of additional capabilities' to the Middle East amid spiralling fears of World War Three. But he insisted their role was 'defensive'. The Sun's trip on board USS Nimitz By AS America sends the flagship USS Nimitz supercarrier to the Middle East amid rising tensions, the Sun reveals what life is like onboard. The Sun spent two days on board the Nimitz, nicknamed Old Salt, a $4.5billion nuclear-powered supercarrier weighing almost 100,000 tons. The warship is 1,092ft long and 252ft wide and has a four and a half acre flight deck. The massive 117,000 sq ft warship boasts four aircraft catapults and jets are brought up to the deck using four giant elevators from the hangar deep below the 4.5 acre flight deck. The supercarrier, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 11, holds F/A-18 Super Hornets, EA-18G Growlers and F-35C stealth strike fighters. Inside the ten floor, 3,000 room hull underneath the flight deck life is one slick operation. There are several cafeterias, gyms, a Starbucks coffee shop and 'luxury' state rooms for 'Distinguished Visitors'. Since it is nuclear-powered, the Nimitz – call sign NMTZ - can operate for up to 20 years without refueling. The Nimitz is the world's second largest supercarrier, only behind the Gerald R Ford. 9 The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz is also heading for the Middle East Credit: AFP 9 Smoke and fire rise at an impacted facility site following missile attack from Iran on Israel Credit: Reuters
