Australian pace legend Brett Lee praises 15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's skills, urging protection from pressure to achieve greater success.
The US DOJ alleged that Duke University School of Law disregarded the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling by using race proxies to favor black and Hispanic applicants over white and Asian candidates.
The AI trade rebounds strongly after a turbulent July following the forced unwind of the Situational Awareness hedge fund, supported by solid earnings from tech giants and hardware suppliers.
Indian executives report significant difficulties in obtaining Chinese business visas, with approval rates dropping to 20-40% in key sectors, impacting manufacturing and project execution due to India's heavy reliance on Chinese components and equipment.
The Bayan Obo polymetallic deposit in China is expanding mining capacity for iron while keeping rare earth production quotas unchanged, highlighting a gap between potential and actual output.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the Territorial Army as a key contributor to 'Viksit Bharat' during a parliamentary consultative committee meeting in New Delhi, highlighting its roles in security, disaster response, and environmental conservation.
Google Wallet now enables parents to establish a secure balance for minors under 18, featuring spending limits, transaction monitoring, and account locking capabilities.
Mexican TikTok influencer Cesar Gastelum was shot and killed at age 23 while livestreaming in Culiacan, Sinaloa. Two suspects on a motorcycle approached him outside a fast-food business, and footage captured the shooting.
A new study analyzing decades of border inspection records from the US, Canada, and New Zealand reveals that wooden packaging materials, not the cargo itself, are the primary pathway for woodwasp invasions, stressing the importance of international biosecurity regulations.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is reportedly concerned that new AI researchers are joining the company for high pay and equity rather than its core mission, highlighting a broader industry talent war involving Meta, OpenAI, and Google.
Faizan Ansari files complaint against Abhijeet Dipke, alleging attacks by CJP-linked men in Maharashtra; praises Delhi Police for detaining Sonam Wangchuk, contrasting with Dipke's peaceful protest claims
India will host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad after Glasgow, aiming to surpass Delhi 2010’s medal haul. Glasgow saw 39 medals from six sports, missing India’s strong disciplines, while athletics and boxing shone.
President Donald Trump announced new negotiations with Iran this week, but Iran’s foreign ministry denied talks and warned it may keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, threatening global oil supply and escalating tensions ahead of US midterms.
A parliamentary panel in India recommended lowering the minimum age for managing directors from 21 to 18 and raising the maximum age to 75. The committee also proposed measures for reverse-flipping of foreign companies and dedicated NCLT benches.
Black Mambas, the fastest and deadliest snakes in Africa, are highly venomous and aggressive, responsible for countless human deaths. Residing in southern and eastern Africa, these serpents inject potent neuro and cardiotoxins, with untreated bites having a 100% fatality rate, often within hours, due to limited antivenin availability in rural areas.
India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is out of the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka due to a left knee injury. Uncapped fast bowler Auqib Nabi has been named as his replacement, marking his first senior call-up. The series begins August 15 in Galle.
Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, head of US European Command, reportedly warned the Pentagon that US forces might be unable to sustain missile defense for Israel without an additional Navy destroyer. The warning comes amid rising pressure on military resources from operations linked to the Iran conflict and Houthi attacks.
Former champion jockey Jim Crowley, 48, announced his retirement at Goodwood, 10 months after sustaining serious pelvis and leg injuries in a fall at York. He stated his body could not return to the level required for racing after multiple operations.
A novelist and BBC presenter discusses the widespread decline in reading habits, attributing it to smartphone use and likening it to a public health crisis. Citing an OECD report on declining literacy, the author proposes an 8-week 'couch to 5k' style reading program to help individuals regain focus and intellectual health.
Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' continues its strong box office run, nearing the Rs 200 crore India gross mark after two weeks. The film saw a significant jump on its second Saturday, maintaining steady collections from Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu versions despite mixed reviews, driven by fan interest.
Hong Kong is preparing for heavy showers and squally thunderstorms over the next few days, as warned by the Hong Kong Observatory. Authorities have already received six landslide reports and one retaining wall damage report between Friday and Saturday evening, urging residents to remain vigilant.
A new US import ban on foreign robots, citing supply-chain and cybersecurity concerns, is set to disrupt the American market, particularly impacting Chinese smart vacuum cleaners which currently dominate the global home automation sector.
Arsenal begins its pre-season program against Girona after a friendly win, facing significant challenges to retain the Premier League title and compete in the Champions League. The article highlights modest transfer spending, potential wage structure issues, and concerns over player workload and injuries.
Netflix faces a lawsuit from Op-Fortitude and filmmaker Simon Afram after an unencrypted drive with the unreleased film Fortitude, starring Nicolas Cage, was stolen from their offices. The plaintiffs allege Netflix failed to implement basic security measures, leading to a potential leak and breach of contract, seeking at least $112.5 million in damages.
