Photo: amikutty_/ Instagram Sometimes, it’s only when a chapter ends or a relationship comes to a close that we realise the quietest, most unassuming people in our lives often hold the biggest place in our hearts.That’s exactly what happened when a video from Bengaluru’s Bishop Cotton School went viral, where a peon rang the school…
The UK government is set to introduce a sweeping immigration and asylum bill next week that will open new Canada-inspired legal routes for refugees while tightening rules governing human rights and modern slavery claims.Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the reforms are aimed at protecting “genuine refugees” while restoring public confidence in Britain’s asylum system, BBC…
The First World War saw millions of soldiers fight across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, but few service records are as remarkable as that of Jackie, a chacma baboon from South Africa. Far from being a simple regimental mascot, Jackie wore a military uniform, marched with troops, stood guard in the trenches and survived…
Good news, Cancer, the day carries lift and forward movement. The Moon, your ruler, supports confidence, while Jupiter adds a generous push toward progress. You may notice that things flow with less resistance today, especially where effort has been sincere.There is also a pleasant social note around the day. It is possible to take part…
Most animals leave behind waste that quickly disappears into the landscape. But along Europe’s sandy tidal flats, one marine worm has adopted a remarkably different approach. Instead of scattering its droppings across the beach, it carefully stacks them into tall, coiled towers that seem to defy gravity. These delicate spirals have fascinated naturalists since the…
indian student Akash Das was arrested and charged with vehicular homicide (Photo: WPBF) Indian student Akash Das was behind the wheel when his Cadillac SUV collided with an Audi sedan, and the 81-year-old driver of the Audi, Gary Neal Fields, died. The accident took place in July, and Das was arrested in August and his…
Living in a snake-dominant territory, you might have wondered if your furry friend could help chase the slithering, frightening creatures away. But before anything else, it’s important to be clear that letting dogs “fight” snakes is dangerous and not recommended. Even breeds with strong hunting instincts can be badly injured or killed by venomous snakes….
NEW DELHI: Spain’s celebrations after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 caught the attention of football fans around the world. Apart from the usual scenes of joy, hugs, cheers and trophy celebrations, one moment stood out at the New York New Jersey Stadium, officially known as MetLife Stadium. After beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time…
Hardik Pandya (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: ‘Not the season, I feel’ – the dejection on Hardik Pandya’s face was evident as Mumbai Indians suffered another loss in IPL 2026, this time against Chennai Super Kings. Mumbai Indians’ hopes of qualifying for the playoffs now hang by a thread following an emphatic eight-wicket defeat. They…
Harmanpreet Kaur (ANI Photo) MUMBAI: India’s campaign in the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England is stuttering, thanks to a stinging six-wicket defeat at Manchester at the hands of South Africa last Sunday. The Women-In-Blue must now beat both Bangladesh, whom they are playing at Old Trafford in Manchester at the time of writing…
Seven British nationals were among the 13 people killed. Seven British nationals were among the 13 people killed in the devastating wildfires that tore through southern Spain’s Almería province, Spanish authorities confirmed on Tuesday after completing post-mortem examinations.According to officials, 12 of the victims were foreign nationals — seven from the UK, three from Belgium,…
Conservancy biologists with a 16ft, 135lb female Burmese python found while radio-tracking a male scout snake in southwest Florida in February 2025. Florida scientists used female Burmese pythons as live lures to find invasive males in the Everglades, but 3 million camera-trap photos produced only four python detections.A study published in the journal Southeastern Naturalist…
