In the midst of a demolition in 1933, builders stumbled upon a remarkable 16th-century timber-framed structure known as the Wonky House. This architectural gem narrowly evaded obliteration and has since undergone conservation efforts to rectify damage caused by death-watch beetles and previous poor repairs. Thanks to significant funding, extensive restoration will soon provide unique holiday
In a historic move, Michael Sam came out as gay in 2014, positioning himself as a trailblazer in the NFL. Overcoming a difficult upbringing filled with personal loss and bullying, he discovered his love for football early on under his father’s guidance. Embracing his identity during his college years with uplifting support, Sam’s NFL career
Pakistan’s hockey captain received a green card after gear was forgotten. This incident occurred during their opening World Cup match against England. The team failed to produce necessary protective equipment for a penalty corner. Former captain Salman Akbar criticised the lack of preparation and organisation. This lapse raises serious questions about the team’s readiness for
A delivery executive faced assault from a customer in Meerut over a slight order delay. The customer, a bank manager, allegedly threatened the worker with false accusations. CCTV footage captured the altercation before the worker was taken inside the flat. The victim reported threats of death and attempts to steal his money. Police arrested the
Engineers in Maine are developing an innovative solar-powered floating system tailored for oyster farming. This unique platform incorporates a vertical conveyor that efficiently transports oyster baskets from underwater to above, aiming to enhance production while significantly lessening the labor demands on farmers. Additionally, it aids in shaping the oysters and cleaning their shells from unwanted
Devdutt Padikkal smashed his maiden Test century, converting his overnight 131 into a career-best 167 against Sri Lanka in Galle. The left-hander credited two years of hard work, clear plans against spin and confident footwork for his breakthrough. Padikkal also stressed staying focused after reaching 100, helping India reach a strong 460/9.
Two cargo screeners were injured when a passenger’s pistol accidentally discharged during security checks. The passenger claimed the weapon was unloaded before he pressed the trigger to show them. One screener sustained an injury to his left hand, while the other was hit in both legs. The incident occurred at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport
India kicked off their Hockey World Cup journey with a challenging 2-2 draw against China. Navneet Kaur opened the scoring, putting India ahead early on. However, Zhang Ying equalised with a penalty stroke. Deepika regained the lead for India with a penalty corner in the second quarter, only for Ma Ning to score in the
