Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) controls the ball as England’s Nico O’Reilly (3) and Djed Spence (25) defend during the World Cup semifinal match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. England looked set for a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Anthony Gordon’s goal in the 55th minute had given…
Image Credit: Raphael Zufferey Nature has given us amphibians in various forms, from frogs to other multi-environment creatures, yet few things transcend the different domains of Earth as remarkably as the diving birds that inspired the MIT and EPFL researchers. For so long, scientists have long dreamt of a machine that can fly through the…
Every monsoon, the pattern repeats across cities.Roads disappear under water, traffic comes to a standstill, trains are delayed and water enters residential colonies, offices, parks, schools and hospitals. Potholes become difficult to spot, drains overflow and even a few hours of heavy rain can disrupt daily life.Extreme rainfall and inadequate drainage are often blamed. But…
Crude oil prices continued to inch higher for the fourth day straight, staying beyond the $85 per barrel mark, on Thursday. The hike comes as investors react to a fresh escalation in the conflict between the United States and Iran, with concerns mounting over the security of major global energy shipping routes.Around 7 am IST,…
Thousands of candidates waiting for the first round of undergraduate admissions at the University of Delhi (DU) are left refreshing their screens Wednesday evening as the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) Round 1 seat allotment list is yet to be released.The first allocation list was scheduled to be published at 5 pm on July 16…
Some animals sleep with one brain hemisphere while the other remains alert. This adaptation allows them to stay aware of their surroundings and potential dangers. Dolphins and mallard ducks exhibit this unique sleeping behavior for survival. Crocodiles and fur seals also utilize this strategy in different environments. Frigate birds even employ this tactic during long…
There are times where the world is waiting to welcome you with folded hands. This looks like one of them, Libra. The Moon lifts your standing, Jupiter supports visibility, and Venus, your ruler, adds polish to your presence. Honour and respect can come from society, family circles, or professional contacts. People notice you.Still, the day…
Adinath Kothare and wife Urmila Kanetkar Marathi actors Adinath Kothare and Urmila Kanetkar have announced that they are parting ways after almost 15 years of marriage. The couple took to social media on July 16 to share a joint statement, revealing that the decision was made mutually and amicably. They also reassured everyone that their…
Argentina fans burn England flags (Screengrabs) Argentina’s victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final sparked massive celebrations across Buenos Aires, but some fans drew criticism after burning England flags and displaying coffins decorated with the St George’s Cross. Videos and photos also showed supporters chanting songs linked to the Falklands War, while…
Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos Growing up, Lauren Sánchez could not afford to buy a prom dress from a department store, so she hand-stitched her own red gown. Today, as vice chair of the Bezos Earth Fund, she and her husband, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, are donating $34 million to help reshape the future of…
