Investors placed a bet worth about $760 million on a falling oil price around 20 minutes before Iran’s foreign minister announced on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz was open, another sizeable wager on the world’s most traded commodity ahead of major announcements in the course of the Middle East war. Large, well‑timed trades in…
Felix “xQc” Lengyel had to suddenly stop his livestream on April 16, 2026, after falling sick during a training session. He was preparing for the Sidemen Charity Match 2026 alongside fellow streamer Nicholas “Jynxzi.” What started as a normal practice quickly turned worrying when xQc sat down and looked unable to continue. The stream, which…
Protests erupt after Epsom church assault claim, police find no proof Police investigating an alleged assault near a church in Epsom have said no evidence has been found so far to support the claim, even as the incident triggered protests and widespread speculation online.Surrey Police said inquiries remain ongoing and urged the public not to…
Garret Anderson’s close friend and actor Tyrin Turner had confirmed the Los Angeles Angels legend’s death hours before media outlets reported about it. TMZ reported that the 53-year-old suffered a medical emergency at his home in Newport Beach, California on Thursday. However, the nature of the emergency and the former MLB star’s official cause of…
BENGALURU: In the vast hierarchy of the universe, the smallest galaxies are often overlooked. But a new study now suggests they may hold clues to one of astronomy’s most persistent questions: how black holes first formed and evolved.Researchers at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) in Bengaluru have examined whether dwarf spheroidal galaxies, the tiny,…
The beaver (Castor canadensis) has recently been acknowledged for its contribution in terms of carbon sequestration and climate regulation. According to a recent study, “Beavers can convert stream corridors to persistent carbon sinks,” the beaver has been shown to have a considerable impact on carbon sequestration within an ecosystem. Through the construction of dams and…
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is known for a prolific career spanning over five decades, continues to inspire not just through his performances but also through his words. The megastar, who meets fans every week outside his Mumbai residence Jalsa, recently reflected on staying motivated and active in his latest blog post. Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who…
Fruits release ethylene gas, a natural ripening agent, causing them to mature rapidly when stored together. This invisible gas acts like a biological alarm, accelerating spoilage. It all starts with the bowl full of fresh fruit in many kitchens on Mondays; however, by the time Thursday comes around, the fruit has turned into an overripe…
Crude oil prices plunged more than 10% and Wall-Street rallied at the opening bell after Iran’s foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz would remain open for commercial shipping during the ceasefire period, triggering a sharp unwind of geopolitical risk premium built into energy markets. Energy consultant Ali Al-Riyami said the announcement had been interpreted…
TOI correspondent from Washington: The Hormuz horror that was choking energy supplies to much of the world is ending, following a deal between Washington and Tehran that US President Donald Trump said is imminent. Contours of the deal – said to involve Iran giving up its enriched uranium in return for unspecified rewards, including financial…
