Spain’s Pedro Porro scores their second goal against France goalkeeper Mike Maignan (16) during the World Cup semifinal match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. (AP Photo) Vignettes of some sporting spectacles unfold in fairly interchangeable order. Spain’s 2-0 dismantling of France in the first semifinal of this expanded World Cup on…
Long before AI companies began building teams of specialised AI agents that collaborate to solve complex problems, legendary MIT professor Marvin Minsky had already proposed a strikingly similar way intelligence works. In his landmark 1986 book The Society of Mind, Minsky argued that intelligence is not the product of one all-powerful brain but the result…
AP POLYCET 2026 final phase counselling starts; qualified candidates can register till July 18 The AP POLYCET 2026 Phase 2 (Final Phase) Counselling registration process has started today, July 16, 2026. Qualified candidates who could not participate in the first phase or did not secure a seat earlier can now complete the online counselling process…
Stock market today: Nifty seen opening steady as Fed rate-cut hopes, DII buying support sentiment Indian equity markets are expected to open on a steady note on Wednesday, with Gift Nifty trading around 24,085, up 43 points, indicating a mildly positive start for benchmark indices. While global market cues remain mixed, investors will continue to…
Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Raghuram Rajan is set to play a role in shaping the future of US monetary policymaking after being appointed by the Federal Reserve to a high-level task force reviewing its policy framework. The appointment is part of five expert panels unveiled by newly appointed Federal reserve chairman Kevin…
Something in you turns toward faith today, Scorpio. The Moon and Jupiter pull your mind toward prayer, ritual, charity, or simply a quieter understanding of what matters. You may visit a temple, help with a religious activity, read something spiritual, or sit for a few peaceful minutes before the day’s rush begins. It will suit…
Top stocks to buy today (AI image) Top stock market recommendations: Anant Raj, Sobha Ltd, and PNB Housing Finance have been identified as the top stocks to buy by Aakash K Hindocha, Vice President – Research, Nuvama Professional Clients Group/Nuvama Wealth Management for July 16, 2026. Views on Nifty and Bank Nifty have also been…
Experts recommend resisting the urge to interpret silence as secrecy. Instead of asking a series of direct questions, creating regular opportunities for relaxed conversation, such as during a walk, while driving or over dinner, can make children feel more comfortable opening up. Listening without immediately correcting, criticising or offering solutions also helps build trust. Perhaps…
An ancient artifact found near Baghdad has sparked debate about its true purpose. Researchers propose it could be the world’s first battery, producing measurable electric volts. However, many archaeologists believe it served a ritualistic function, possibly holding prayers or curses. The vessels were discovered alongside incantation bowls, suggesting a spiritual use. Evidence remains ambiguous, leaving…
India U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 Live Score, 1st unofficial Test Day 4: India U-19 opener Lakshay Rajesh Raichandani finished just four runs short of a double hundred as he guided his team to 378/3 at stumps on Day 3 of the first Youth Test against Sri Lanka U-19 on Wednesday. Resuming the day at…
Axar Patel’s match-winning allround show in the first ODI against England at Birmingham on Tuesday may have been worth far more than his unbeaten 57 and figures of 4/62. It reinforced the team management’s long-term plans of making him India’s lead spinner for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa.The last eight months have…
Diego Maradona (Image: Wikipedia) Diego Maradona‘s life resists a simple summary, genius on the pitch, controversy everywhere else. He captured both sides of that in one sentence during his emotional farewell to football. “I made mistakes, and I paid for them,” he told the crowd. “But the ball is still pure.” He was not denying…
