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Starc dethrones Bumrah, becomes No. 1 Test bowler for first time in his career

The Australia fast bowler took 10 wickets in the match, including 6/12 in the first innings and 4/39 in the second, helping Australia register an innings and 51-run win and level the World Test Championship series.

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Why India’s rice exports to Iran may survive Trump’s sanctions threat

India’s rice exports to Iran are expected to continue despite tougher US sanctions. Demand from Iran remains firm for food security reasons, ensuring continued purchases. Indian exporters utilize alternative payment channels in countries like Turkey and the UAE. Essential goods like rice and pharmaceuticals are unlikely to face disruption. Bilateral trade has significantly declined from

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Open Channels FM: Linux Foundation Proposes OpenMDW AI License as Debian and Bitcoin Tackle Open Source Security

Open Channels News discusses AI’s impact on open source, highlighting the Linux Foundation’s new license, Debian’s debate on AI-generated code, and Bitcoin’s security vulnerabilities.

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Savannah audits 39,000 Flock searches; 6 employees fired, 4 arrested

Four former Savannah Police Department employees have been arrested over alleged misuse of the Flock Safety license plate reader system. The arrests followed an internal audit of 39,000 searches, which flagged 127 for review and found 34 were unjustified. Six employees were fired, while the Georgia Bureau of Investigation continues to investigate the case.

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Human brains usually decay first; some survived 12,000 years. Here’s how

Recent studies shed light on how some ancient brains manage to endure over time. The availability of oxygen is pivotal in influencing the survival of brain proteins post-mortem. In moist, low-oxygen environments, decomposition favors protein cross-linking, which fortifies these proteins against degradation. This explains the remarkable preservation of certain ancient brains while other bodily tissues

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Massive floods sweep through Nepal; several districts put on high alert

At least eight people died in massive flash floods that struck Nepal on Wednesday. A sudden rise in the Bhotekoshi River caused widespread damage near the China border. Vehicles and property were washed away in the Timure and Syafrubesi market areas. Rescue operations are underway with army personnel deployed to affected regions. The flooding was

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HAL, Safran seal engine deal to power multi-role choppers

HAL and Safran Helicopter Engines signed a contract for the Aravalli engine. This new engine will power India’s proposed 13-tonne multi-role helicopter. The agreement covers design, development, manufacture, and lifecycle support. This collaboration marks a significant step towards self-reliance in aero-engine technologies. The Aravalli engine will also find applications in civil aviation missions.

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GPS can’t work everywhere, so scientists test navigation using cosmic rays

Japanese scientists are testing a new navigation system using cosmic ray muons. This system can work in places where GPS signals are unavailable, like underground. Muons can penetrate dense materials, which GPS signals cannot do effectively. Researchers have demonstrated this technology’s potential for guiding robots and vehicles. The technology is still under development and requires

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Business

India’s 1st hydrogen train travels 6,000 km; cuts 36,444 kg CO2 emissions

India’s first hydrogen train consists of 10 coaches and can accommodate 2,600 passengers. It operates between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana with a maximum operating speed of 75 kmph, although the train has been designed to reach 110 kmph.

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