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What is Earth's Black Box coming up in Australia that will record our journey to doomsday?
Earth's Black Box, a giant climate archive under construction in Tasmania, is designed to survive for decades while recording humanity's response to global warming. By preserving scientific data, political decisions and global events, the project aims to create an unalterable record of whether civilisation acted in time
Bayeux Tapestry returns to England after nearly 1,000 years. Inside the secret journey to move it from France
After almost 1,000 years in France, the Bayeux Tapestry, the priceless medieval artwork depicting the Norman conquest of England, was delivered to the UK in a complicated, secretive overnight operation. A climate-controlled truck and police officials were involved in transferring this 230-foot-long masterpiece
Mana Jampala: The 12-year-old wizard who built an AI assistant for small businesses
Mana Jampala, 12, living in British Columbia, Canada, has built ‘Voxa,’ an AI system designed to stop small businesses from losing customers to unanswered phones. The AI assistant answers calls around the clock. Jampala launched the product in November 2025, and in less than a year, it is fielding hundreds of calls
Will Lawrence Bishnoi be extradited to the US? Here's what happens next
The US has indicted Lawrence Bishnoi on racketeering, murder, extortion and drug trafficking charges, setting the stage for a possible extradition request. Here's everything to know about the India-US Extradition Treaty, the Hardeep Singh Nijjar case link, pending Indian cases and whether the jailed gangster could ultimately face trial in America
Jaipur girl suicide: Was 9-year-old bullied before she jumped to her death from school building?
A nine-year-old girl died after she reportedly jumped from the fourth floor of her school building in Jaipur last November. The police registered a case of suicide. However, the victim’s parents allege that she was bullied at school. Now, they have released a video that shows the events leading to her death
F-35 jets for Turkey? Why India should be watching the US move closely
US President Donald Trump is considering bringing Turkey back into the F-35 fighter jet programme while lifting CAATSA sanctions, marking a major shift in Washington-Ankara ties. The move has implications for India, given Turkey's defence partnership with Pakistan and India's S-400 systems
Why BSNL’s new phone with no camera has been priced at Rs 1.34 lakh
India’s BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) has launched a new phone, priced at Rs 1.34 lakh — equivalent to an iPhone 17 Pro. However, this mobile has no camera or any additional features. Why? It’s a satellite phone that provides connectivity even in the most remote of areas
Inside the Oval Office meeting that convinced Trump to ditch ceasefire and attack Iran again
Weeks after he signed a peace deal, Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran dead on Wednesday (July 8) and ordered strikes on the Islamic Republic. The US president’s sharp turnaround comes after an Oval Office briefing on ships being attacked in the Strait of Hormuz enraged him
Inside the Telegram 'drug rape' network: How an online gang used secret codes to assault Chinese women in Germany
A Telegram ‘drug rape’ network allegedly used coded language to brag about sexually assaulting women, drugging methods, and attacking them. The predator group involved Chinese men mostly targeting Chinese women in Germany. Prosecutors note that the members disguised their activities under terms such as ‘cars’, ‘fuel’, and ‘driving’
Gurugram turns Jalgram again! Why the city floods every year with few hours of rain
The heavy shower on July 7 and the intermittent rain that followed on July 8 left the corporate city under water. Poor drainage, crumbling infrastructure, and delayed advisories have time and again plunged India's corporate powerhouse into chaos
Why is the FBI investigating Argentina Football Association's finances?
The FBI and the US Department of Justice are reportedly examining the Argentine Football Association's financial operations in the United States. From hundreds of millions of dollars in commercial revenue to alleged money laundering concerns, here's everything known so far about the preliminary investigation
5-star heist: How a 69-year-old lived at over 300 luxury hotels but never paid the bill
For over 30 years, 69-year-old Bingson John checked into luxury hotels across India and racked up lakhs in bills. However, when it came time to pay, the Tamil Nadu resident would flee. Now arrested, he claims to draw inspiration from French serial killer Charles Sobhraj
Why Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is being trolled for stealing American jobs amid layoffs
Asha Sharma, Xbox’s Indian-origin CEO, has been accused of taking away American jobs after she announced that the gaming company would fire 3,200 employees. Several X accounts have framed the firing as opportunities being handed to H-1B visa workers
Why uranium deal with Australia is a game-changer for India's nuclear energy ambitions
India and Australia have finalised a landmark uranium export agreement during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Melbourne, unlocking a long-delayed nuclear partnership. Here's why Australian uranium is crucial for India's clean energy goals, nuclear expansion plans and its target of achieving 100 GW of nuclear capacity by 2047
Chabahar port in Iran attacked: Why India is watching closely
The United States carried out strikes against Iran, targeting the port city of Chabahar. This significantly expands the geographical scope of the conflict beyond the Strait of Hormuz. The port is vital not only to the Islamic Republic but also to India. Here’s why
Why Mashhad was chosen as Ali Khamenei's final resting place
The late Iranian Supreme Leader is being laid to rest at Mashhad's Imam Reza Shrine more than four months after his assassination. Here's why the holy city was chosen
What are Trump's options if the Iran ceasefire collapses for good?
With the US-Iran ceasefire effectively over, President Donald Trump faces critical decisions ranging from military escalation and tougher sanctions to naval operations and diplomacy. Here's everything to know about the renewed Strait of Hormuz crisis, affecting global oil supplies, shipping, and sanctions
‘Bitter’ drinks and a secret girlfriend: How US cops caught Indian techie for wife’s murder
Nine months after 27-year-old Raajitha Sabbineni was found dead at her residence in Washington, the police have charged her husband, Indian techie Avinash Narne, with her murder. The US investigators found that the 30-year-old had a girlfriend to whom he sent a photo of his wife’s body. On the day she died, the woman also complained to Narne about the smoothie he prepared tasting like ‘cough syrup’
US launches new strikes after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is dead: Should India be worried?
On Wednesday (July 8), Donald Trump declared that the ceasefire with Iran is dead. A day later, the US military launched fresh strikes, striking 90 targets across the Islamic Republic. The renewed fighting could have major consequences for India, which depends on the Strait of Hormuz for its energy supplies
Why Louis Vuitton took a Chinese bubble tea brand to court and won $1.5 million
A Chinese court recently ruled that Molly Tea's logo infringed Louis Vuitton's trademark. The court ordered the tea brand to pay Louis Vuitton 10.3m yuan (around $1.5 million) in damages. The court directed the popular Chinese tea chain not to use the disputed logo and to issue a public apology
Mumbai monsoon: Why the city is seeing record rain amid El Niño
As rain batters Mumbai, scientists say El Niño and heavy monsoon are not a contradiction. While El Niño continues to affect the onset and strength of the monsoon, global warming is increasingly changing how rainfall occurs. Once the weather system is active, rainfall intensity increases, making it more erratic
What are Pakistan's demands for taking back Rochdale child rapist Shabir Ahmed from the UK?
Britain wants to deport convicted Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed, but Pakistan is reportedly demanding action against political dissidents living in the UK before considering his return. Here's how immigration law, diplomacy and extradition requests have turned the case into a major bilateral dispute
E10 vs E20 petrol: Is India's ethanol-blended fuel safe for your vehicle?
India's nationwide rollout of E20 petrol has sparked questions about mileage, engine health and compatibility with older vehicles. Here's everything you need to know about ethanol blends — from E10 to E100 — their impact on fuel efficiency, vehicle components and why the government and automakers continue to back the transition
Why US court has dropped case against Indian-origin doctor who drove Tesla off a cliff with his wife and kids
The US court dismissed all charges against Indian-origin doctor Dharmesh Patel, accused of trying to kill his family in 2023 by driving his car off a cliff along the Northern California coast. Patel was charged with three counts of attempted murder. However, on Monday (July 6), the court dismissed all of them after he completed a two-year mental health programme
Nijjar killing: How the Lawrence Bishnoi gang went from a local unit to an international crime syndicate
The US has charged Lawrence Bishnoi and his deputy, Goldy Brar, in the killing of Khalistani Hardeep Singh Nijjar in 2023. This has reignited interest in the gang, which continues to operate while Lawrence remains behind bars in Gujarat. Over the years, the group has targeted many high-profile names, including Bollywood actor Salman Khan
Big changes soon to US H-1B, green card, student visas: Why Indians will be the most hit
The Trump administration is preparing sweeping changes to H-1B visas, employment-based green cards, student visas, and work permits. With Indians dominating these immigration pathways, the proposed rules could increase costs, tighten eligibility and change the journey from studying in the US to becoming a permanent resident
Prambanan Temple: Inside Indonesia's 1,000-year-old Shiva shrine that India will restore
During his Indonesia visit, PM Narendra Modi announced that India will provide assistance in restoring the iconic Prambanan Temple, calling it an example of shared heritage between the two countries. A Unesco World Heritage site, it is the largest Hindu temple in the country and has beautiful carvings of the Ramayana etched on its walls
France's Marine Le Pen will have to run in 2027 polls with an ankle bracelet. Here’s why
Marine Le Pen is set to contest France's 2027 presidential election despite an embezzlement conviction and a sentence involving electronic monitoring. Here's how a French appeals court ruling, a reduced electoral ban and a final appeal to the Cour de Cassation have kept her presidential ambitions alive
US launches new strikes; revokes waiver on oil sanctions: Is the war with Iran back on?
The US-Iran truce is at risk after the American military struck more than 80 targets across Qeshm, Bandar Abbas and Sirik in the Islamic Republic. The US strikes, labelled as a ‘punishment’, came in response to three tankers being struck in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran has vowed to deliver a ‘crushing response’, putting the Gulf countries on high alert
Wayanad landslide: Were warnings about work at Kerala's twin tunnel project ignored?
On June 20, the district collector of Wayanad, Meghashree DR, wrote a letter stating that work on the twin tunnel project near the Meenakshi area of Kerala’s Wayanad district should be temporarily halted. Now, a massive landslide at the construction site following heavy rain has killed at least five