Deep within the limestone mountains of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri Province, Vietnam, scientists have uncovered a remarkable new cave that is already drawing attention for its geological significance. Named Thang Cave (Victory Cave), the newly explored cavern contains rare cave pearls, smooth, spherical mineral formations that develop over thousands of years…
Rishabh Agarwal addressed the viral claim that he left $1M job offer from Meta to start his own Periodic Labs (right) which is building an AI scientist. Indian techie Rishabh Agarwal is a known name in the AI space, as the IIT Bombay graduate has been building Periodic Labs, an AI startup. Last year, around…
MP Rupert Lowe has criticised changing demographic trends in England and Wales after new official figures showed “Muhammad” was the most popular name given to baby boys for the third consecutive year.The reaction came after the Office for National Statistics (ONS) released its annual list of baby names for 2025, showing Muhammad retained the top…
In a recent development in the ‘Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy’ court case, the Delhi High Court postponed the hearing on Salman Khan’s plea against the film’s release. The matter could not be taken up due to a shortage of time. Hearing adjourned by Delhi High Court According to a report by IANS, the…
Mosque effigy atop Northern Ireland bonfire A replica of a mosque placed atop a towering loyalist bonfire in Northern Ireland has sparked widespread condemnation, with politicians, community leaders and rights groups describing it as an act of anti-Muslim hatred and intimidation.Police have arrested a 56-year-old man on suspicion of offences linked to stirring up hatred…
Referee Facundo Tello (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Argentina’s Facundo Tello will referee the FIFA World Cup quarter-final between France and Morocco, drawing attention because of his strict style of officiating and a controversial match in 2022 where he showed 10 red cards. FIFA’s decision has also sparked debate as the entire officiating team for…
Nanoplastics found in Antarctic soils for first time, suggesting long-range atmospheric transport Scientists have detected nanoplastics in Antarctic soil for the first time. This provides fresh evidence that tiny plastic particles can travel through the atmosphere and reach some of the most remote places on Earth. But how is it even possible?The study was published…
A Tennessee train rider was fired after his July 4 video went viral. He said America is the greatest country and those who don’t believe that can leave. Jack Peterson must have rehearsed this speech several times before he blurted it out on July 4 as he took his passengers on a trip to Lookout…
Under international law, ships are generally entitled to transit passage through straits used for international navigation. (AI image) With the Strait of Hormuz now beginning to reopen, Iran and Oman — the two nations bordering the strait — have floated the idea of introducing a permanent fee system for ships using the passage.Until the US…
Scientists say Lake Powell should be drained to help save Lake Mead as Colorado River crisis deepens (Associated Press file photo) Scientists have suggested that instead of continuing to keep large amounts of water in Lake Powell, the reservoir should gradually be drained and the water stored in Lake Mead instead.The proposal comes as both…