Asteroids regularly pass through Earth’s cosmic neighbourhood, and most of them never attract public attention. Every so often, though, a newly discovered space rock sparks curiosity among scientists and space enthusiasts. That was the case with asteroid 2024 YR4, an object first detected in late 2024. Early calculations suggested it might pass unusually close to…
With U.S. oil topping $100 a barrel Monday, many investors are starting to worry about the impact surging energy prices will have on equities, potentially leading to a correction (down 10%) or bear market (down 20%), depending on how long the U.S.-Iran war lasts. In a note out Monday, CFRA Research outlined what investors should…
Whispers are swirling in the entertainment industry regarding the potential successor to Viggo Mortensen’s legendary portrayal of Aragorn in ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.’ Rumor has it that British actor Leo Woodall, celebrated for his role in ‘The White Lotus,’ is a front-runner to don the mantle of the iconic ranger….
Celebrating the spirit of International Women’s Day, Times Entertainment’s Power Creator Awards — Women’s Edition ceremony took place in Mumbai on Monday, March 9, to honour exceptional women shaping India’s digital universe.The event kicked off with a panel discussion on the ‘She-Economy’ featuring actor Sayani Gupta, long-jump legend Anju Bobby George, poet Priya Malik and…
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee (PTI photo) NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday rejected allegations of a protocol breach during President Draupadi Murmu’s programme in Siliguri, questioning the timing of the criticism and suggesting it was “politically motivated”.“You are targeting Bengal on the eve of assembly elections by saying whatever pleases…
NEW DELHI: A 24-year-old cricketer from Sialkot has stunned the cricketing world after announcing his decision to step away from Pakistan cricket, citing politics, corruption and lack of structure in the domestic system.Shahzaib Bhatti, born in Sialkot, had played a key role in Sialkot Region’s thrilling one-wicket win over Peshawar Region in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy…
JSW Motors is preparing to launch the Jetour T2-based SUV in the Indian market. The company recently filed a patent in India and has also posted an “inviting dealer partners” advertisement on its social media platforms, indicating the SUV’s arrival could be imminent. And now, in ASEAN NCAP crash tests, the Chery Jetour T2 has…
NEW DELHI: Cabinet Tuesday approved a proposal to amend the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019, seeking to expand the definition of transgender persons in what is being cited as an attempt to make the law more “inclusive” so that all bona fide persons receive benefits and protection.There has been debate over the implementation…
Microsoft discontinues Surface Duo smartphones but files a patent for a new foldable device with a single hinge system called ‘spine cover plate’. The design aims to eliminate the hinge crease and reduce the device’s thickness while offering added benefits and durability. However, its practicality remains uncertain. Microsoft did not get the success it was…
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has been accused of not ruling out the US boots on the ground in Iran option in her latest interview with Fox News. This has riled up the anti-war section of the GOP like former Georgia Republican Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene, who said the US should send bloodthirsty Republicans…
