Hormuz is blocked. Now Bab el-Mandeb is under threat: Why fuel crisis could get worse
Hormuz is blocked Now Bab elMandeb is under threat Why fuel crisis could get worse
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What made August 2026 the hottest month ever while it was raining in India?
August 2026 was not just another warm month like the many that have come and gone in recent years.
Gorakhpur: Warden's sanitary pad excuse for hidden camera in girls' hostel bathroom
Gorakhpur Wardens sanitary pad excuse for hidden camera in girls hostel bathroom
Modi-Putin Bilateral Concludes, Leaders Inspect Cutting-Edge Tech at Exhibition
ModiPutin Bilateral Concludes Leaders Inspect CuttingEdge Tech at Exhibition
Court acquits man after 16 years in jail, cites contradictions in witness testimonies
The Patna High Court has acquitted a man who spent 16 years in jail in connection with a 2000 murder case, holding that the prosecution failed to establish the charges and that there was “no evidence” against him.
Nagpur man throws chilli powder into SBI staff's eyes, escapes with Rs 4 lakh
A daylight robbery at a State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Maharashtra took a dramatic turn when a man threw chilli powder into the eyes of bank employees before fleeing with around Rs 4 lakh in cash.
Researchers warn about new Android malware that can steal OTPs
Android users beware! Researchers have found a new malware called Mantax Otax that can steal OTPs, spy on WhatsApp and Telegram chats, lock victims out of their Android phones and even harass them with disturbing pop-ups, videos and audio. This dangerous malware is reportedly bei...
How BRICS nearly tripled its share of world output
Count India's economy the way the currency market does, and it makes 3.3 per cent of the world's output. Count what its farms and factories actually turn out, and the share is 8.2 per cent.
Power cuts, memes and political jabs: Kerala's blackout woes take over social media
Kerala’s prolonged power cuts have triggered widespread public anger, with social media flooded with complaints, memes and trolls targeting the state government and the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB).
BMW 7 Series facelift launched in India at Rs 1.95 crore
BMW has introduced the facelifted 7 Series in India at Rs 1.95 crore (ex-showroom), more than three years after the current-generation flagship sedan first arrived in the country. The updated model gets a significantly revised exterior, a cabin inspired by BMW’s latest-generation...
Houthis seize Mayun island and Mokha, raising Red Sea shipping fears
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have captured Mayun, a strategic island in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait at the entrance to the Red Sea, in a swift advance that also saw them seize the key port city of Mokha. The developments further threaten Saudi oil exports through one of the wor...
Sensex, Nifty post fifth weekly loss as crude and rate worries weigh
Benchmark indices ended lower on Friday after a volatile session, extending their losing streak to a fifth straight week. The market recovered sharply from its early lows, when the Sensex had fallen more than 700 points, but remained in the red as elevated crude oil prices, risin...
2026 BMW i7 facelift launched in India at Rs 1.95 crore
BMW India has updated its flagship electric sedan with the launch of the facelifted i7. Prices start at Rs 1.95 crore (ex-showroom) for the i7 eDrive 50, while the performance-focused i7 M70 xDrive is priced at Rs 2.65 crore. The mid-life update brings more power, increased drivi...
A Russian shadow flits over Sweden’s election
Swedish politics is seldom thrilling. Yet in recent weeks the general election scheduled for September 13th has become as gripping as a Stieg Larsson mystery. The polls have been tightening relentlessly. Then, last week, the race was shaken by reports that an official in the anti...
The Relentless Crypto Billionaire Who Moved to Venezuela in Pursuit of Oil
Fred Ehrsam, a Trump administration ally and co-founder of Coinbase, lived for months in a luxury Caracas hotel pursuing investments in Venezuela.
How 9/11 changed air travel: TSA, cockpit doors, ID checks and more
After 9/11, US airports tightened security, restricted sharp objects and gate access, reinforced cockpit doors and saw passenger demand fall sharply.
Canada used recycled Christmas trees to restore Niagara River fish habitat
In an innovative approach, conservation teams are utilizing recycled Christmas trees to rejuvenate the coastal wetlands of Niagara River. This dynamic initiative, launched in 2016, spans over 1.64 kilometers, serving to calm wave action and lower erosion rates. By restoring vital...
Vermont family permanently protects more than 18,000 acres from development
In a remarkable effort, the Meyer family has preserved thousands of acres in the Worcester Range of Vermont, committing to a sustainable approach to timber management. This conservation initiative plays a vital role in protecting significant wildlife corridors and northern hardwo...
EPFO delayed retiree’s Rs 14.06 lakh PF claim by 35 days; court orders 6% interest
A consumer court has ordered the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to pay 6 per cent annual interest to a retired employee after finding a 35-day delay in the settlement of his provident fund claim worth more than Rs 14 lakh.
'Double-edged sword': Sitharaman flags AI risks, urges efficiency without fragility
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed artificial intelligence risks at the Global Fintech Fest 2026. She highlighted technology's potential to influence public opinion and electoral outcomes. The Reserve Bank of India recognized the Unified Fintech Forum as a self-regulat...
9/11 conspiracy theories that continue to circulate
A quarter-century after the September 11, 2001, attacks, they are still the focus of numerous conspiracy theories. Why do people believe them?
Germany charges 7 suspected Hamas members over attack plot
Prosecutors say the suspects had moved beyond general preparations and were already pursuing a concrete plan for a deadly attack on Israeli or Jewish targets.
Shipping And Logistics In The Era Of Global Conflict: How To Build A More Diversified And Efficient Supply Chain
Sedat Saka, energetic leader and President of MTS Logistics, a NYC-based, top U.S. logistics company.