Top Stories

Top Stories

UK searches for homes with air conditioning jump 104% as heatwaves intensify

Searches for homes with air conditioning in the UK have more than doubled this summer. Repeated heatwaves prompt buyers to pay greater attention to property cooling capabilities. Many households are making practical changes to keep cool during hotter weather. Britain’s housing stock faces concerns about coping with increasingly hotter summers. This shift influences buyer priorities

Read More
Top Stories

7.7 magnitude Indonesia quake: 38 killed, buildings collapse; 5 visuals of devastation

A significant earthquake registering 7.7 on the Richter scale rocked eastern Indonesia early Saturday, claiming the lives of at least thirty-eight individuals and leading to the destruction of various structures. Ongoing rescue missions are striving to aid the affected population, while landslides and widespread power failures hinder relief efforts in some areas. Although a tsunami

Read More
Top Stories

IPL cricketer Abishek Porel denied bail in alleged rape case

Abishek Porel, Delhi Capitals and Bengal cricketer, has been denied bail in an alleged rape and blackmail case involving a medical student. Arrested in Hooghly on August 11, he was sent to 14 days of judicial custody. The complainant alleged he promised marriage, later threatened to share private photos and illegally confined her during an

Read More
Top Stories

Sridhar Vembu, Anand Mahindra, Peyush Bansal extend Independence Day wishes

As India celebrated its Independence Day, prominent business leaders took to social media to share their thoughts. Sridhar Vembu emphasized the necessity for enhanced research and development in various industries. Anand Mahindra described freedom as a collective triumph for humanity. Peyush Bansal shed light on the critical need for eyeglasses, initiating a campaign aimed at

Read More
Top Stories

Gut bacteria in psychopaths may drive sinful behavior, scientists claim

Recent research indicates a potential connection between gut microorganisms and psychopathic traits. The study unveiled variations in gut and oral bacteria among individuals with differing psychopathy scores. Notably, metabolic byproducts such as glucose and taurine reflected distinct patterns across participant groups. These findings suggest a fascinating interplay between gut health and psychological characteristics, warranting further

Read More
Top Stories

Midnight wasn’t the end: What happened in first few hours of Independent India

India’s liberation from British rule was celebrated at midnight on August 15, 1947, as Jawaharlal Nehru captivated everyone with his famed ‘Tryst with Destiny’ speech. Following this historic moment, the newly formed government not only celebrated freedom but also faced daunting challenges related to governance and nation-building, with Lord Mountbatten taking charge as the first

Read More
Top Stories

‘Much remains to be done’: CJI urges young lawyers to shoulder responsibility of future

Chief Justice Surya Kant addressed young lawyers at the Supreme Court Bar Association’s event. He acknowledged India’s progress while stressing much remains to be done. The responsibility of the legal profession will soon rest on their shoulders. He highlighted the historical connection between law and India’s freedom struggle. Young lawyers are encouraged to protect and

Read More
Top Stories

‘Injury scare’ for Babar Azam ahead of England Tests as Pakistan captain rested

Pakistan captain Babar Azam sustained a hand injury during a warm-up match. He was forced to retire from the game as a precautionary measure. Azam is expected to return to training on Monday before the series begins. The three-Test series against England is scheduled to start on August 19. His availability remains a key talking

Read More
Top Stories

Moose introduced in 1878 now threaten to wipe out Newfoundland’s forests

Introduced to Newfoundland more than a century ago as a food source, moose have surged in numbers, drastically altering the island’s forest ecosystem. The absence of natural predators allows these massive herbivores to devour young trees at alarming rates. To mitigate this issue and safeguard habitats, hunting quotas are thoughtfully managed, seeking to achieve a

Read More