English proverb of the day: ‘The pot calling the kettle black’ — how an old kitchen saying became a lesson in recognising our own flaws

English proverb of the day: ‘The pot calling the kettle black’ — how an old kitchen saying became a lesson in recognising our own flaws

(AI image used for representational purposes only) In an old kitchen, a pot and a kettle hanging over the same fire would eventually collect layers of smoke and soot, their surfaces darkening with every meal prepared over the flames. A pot turning around to accuse the kettle of being black carried an obvious irony because…

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England vs DR Congo Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Harry Kane's England begin knockout campaign against history-chasing DR Congo

England vs DR Congo Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Harry Kane’s England begin knockout campaign against history-chasing DR Congo

England vs DR Congo Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: England’s quest to end a 60-year wait for FIFA World Cup glory enters the knockout stage with a fascinating Round of 32 clash against history-making DR Congo. Thomas Tuchel’s side progressed comfortably after finishing top of Group L with seven points, defeating…

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Comedian Kathy Griffin claims being ‘BANNED’ from Jimmy Fallon’s show: ‘What kind of message are we sending here’ |

Comedian Kathy Griffin claims being ‘BANNED’ from Jimmy Fallon’s show: ‘What kind of message are we sending here’ |

Kathy Griffin slams Jimmy Fallon for inviting Conor McGregor. Image Credits: Instagram TRIGGER WARNING: This article includes references to sexual abuse.Comedian-actress Kathy Griffin addressed her absence from television talk shows. The 65-year-old professional slammed the renowned host Jimmy Fallon on Instagram, claiming he banned her from his show for being ‘too controversial.’ Additionally, she questioned…

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Spain planted millions of fast-growing eucalyptus trees for timber: Decades later, scientists say many have become "green deserts" where native birds and forest life struggle to survive

Spain planted millions of fast-growing eucalyptus trees for timber: Decades later, scientists say many have become “green deserts” where native birds and forest life struggle to survive

Image of Eucalyptus trees. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons What was once seen as a smart way to boost Spain’s timber industry is now raising difficult environmental questions. Vast areas of eucalyptus plantations have been a characteristic part of the northwestern region of Spain for years now. Widely cultivated in Spain since the 1940s to meet…

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'Hold NEET-UG in multiple phases, give statutory status to NTA': Parliamentary panel's key suggestions amid paper leaks row | India News

‘Hold NEET-UG in multiple phases, give statutory status to NTA’: Parliamentary panel’s key suggestions amid paper leaks row | India News

Re-examination on June 21 NEW DELHI: A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education on Wednesday recommended that the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Undergraduate courses (NEET-UG) be conducted in multiple phases across different states to reduce the “logistical burden” of holding it on a single day.The panel also suggested granting statutory status to the National Testing Agency…

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‘What precedent are you setting?’ Raj Thackeray says BJP will face ‘consequences’ for orchestrating defections once out of power | India News

‘What precedent are you setting?’ Raj Thackeray says BJP will face ‘consequences’ for orchestrating defections once out of power | India News

Raj Thackeray (File photo) NEW DELHI: Accusing the BJP of “engineering” political defections across the country, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Wednesday warned the saffron party that it would eventually face the “consequences” of the “precedents” it was setting.The MNS chief’s remarks came at a time when Shiv Sena (UBT), led by…

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'Not military maps, but maple trees': New book details how Trump signed off on Iran war, then ordered landscaping

‘Not military maps, but maple trees’: New book details how Trump signed off on Iran war, then ordered landscaping

New book reveals final moments of Trump before Iran strikes US President Donald Trump was actively pursuing nuclear diplomacy with Iran even as military plans for an attack were being finalised, according to a new book that offers a detailed account of how negotiations collapsed and strikes followed.“Regime Change,” by New York Times journalists Jonathan…

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