A truck carrying 269 bundles of rebar reached California’s Calexico Port of Entry with what looked like a routine commercial load. But when federal officers inspected the trailer, X-rays revealed a much bigger problem: more than 1,000 pounds of cocaine hidden beneath the floorboards of the attached flatbed, as per a press release shared by…
Week 4 of the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 is done, and the halfway point of the overall competition is officially crossed. Saturday saw a regional first winner in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), while Street Fighter 6 (SF6) saw a teenager claim the trophy. Sunday saw two more titles handed out, as Call of…
Twin brothers chose each other over IIT Bombay: Why AIR 32 Mahroof gave up his dream seat for Masroor Every year, lakhs of students prepare for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) with one dream—to secure a seat at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay. For many, an All India Rank (AIR) in the top…
Farhan Akhtar reacts to reports of exiting Aamir Khan’s ‘Lalkaara’: ‘How do I exit a project when I had never even entered it officially?’ Farhan Akhtar has firmly dismissed reports suggesting that he exited Aamir Khan‘s upcoming sports drama ‘Lalkaara’. Reacting to the speculation for the first time, the actor-filmmaker clarified that he was never…
UNESCO’s 25 new World Heritage sites for 2026 (Canva) This year, UNESCO has added 25 new heritage sites to its prestigious list and for travellers, there is no greater approval than a UNESCO World Heritage inscription. Whether it is an ancient temple, a wildlife park, or an engineering marvel, UNESCO recognition adds to its value…
RITES Ltd. began FY27 on a steady note, reporting higher revenue and profit for the June quarter on Tuesday, while continued momentum in its international business and turnkey projects reinforced its long-term growth strategy. The state-owned railway consultancy and engineering company posted a 7.7% rise in net profit to ₹98 crore, compared with ₹91 crore…
SBI Pension Funds has crossed ₹6 lakh crore in assets under management (AUM), becoming the first pension fund manager under the National Pension System (NPS) to reach the milestone, the company said on Monday (August 3). The pension fund manager said it now serves more than 1.85 crore subscribers across the central and state government,…
Jeff Bezos advocates for children to engage in risky play, believing it builds essential resourcefulness. He shared that his own childhood on a ranch taught him problem-solving skills. Allowing children to handle tools and face challenges prepares them for future endeavors. Experts suggest this hands-off approach can lead to greater confidence and resilience. Overparenting, conversely,…
The Primary School, offering tuition-free education to low-income families, has officially closed, impacting around 540 children who depended on its support. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, the school’s benefactor, is redirecting its resources towards biotechnology and artificial intelligence. As part of its commitment, it has announced substantial funding aimed at assisting affected students and local organizations….
Kevin De Bruyne is unlikely to join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, sources at the Major League Soccer club have confirmed. Kevin de Bruyne is unlikely to join Inter Miami. (Getty Images via AFP) The legendary midfielder left Manchester City for SSC Napoli in Italy last summer on a free transfer. However, he endured a…
