Researchers are going back to Thomas Edison’s old nickel-iron battery design more than 100 years later to make a new, high-performance way to store energy. A group from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has used cutting-edge nanotechnology to rethink Edison’s chemistry, making it faster, more efficient, and longer-lasting for possible use in renewable…
File photo: Chinese President Xi Jinping (left) with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (Picture credit: AP) Chinese President Xi Jinping has said he is ready to work with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to steer bilateral ties towards “long-term, sound and stable” development, as both countries seek to deepen their traditional partnership amid…
Banks will be allowed to extend relief measures to borrowers in calamity-hit areas without waiting for individual requests, under revised Reserve Bank of India guidelines that will come into force from July 1, 2026.The RBI on Wednesday issued fresh directions after considering stakeholder feedback on draft norms covering relief measures in areas affected by natural…
Guy Sebastian, best known for his songs ‘Perfect Love’, ‘Who’s That Girl’, and ‘Angels Brought Me Here’, recently had a DNA test done as part of one of his latest features. The star had always wanted to know more about his ancestry. When he got a chance to get the test done while featuring on…
A 21-year-old man has been jailed after blackmailing a teacher into sending an explicit video and then sharing it with students, leading to the victim losing his job and attempting to take his own life.Muaawiya Ameen, from Allenton in Derbyshire, posed as a woman on Instagram and engaged the teacher in a conversation that turned…
Adrian Dunbar reveals the real reason as to why ‘Line of Duty’ season 7 filming was halted. Trigger warning: This article mentions sensitive and political topics. Reader’s discretion is advised.Actor Adrian Dunbar, who leads the hit English sitcom ‘Line of Duty’, recently confirmed that filming for the latest season has been halted. The star revealed…
Iran’s Ramin Rezaeian (23) waves to fans after the World Cup Group G match against New Zealand in Inglewood, near Los Angeles. (AP Photo) WASHINGTON: In a dazzling display of footballing resilience, Iran’s national football team managed a creditable 2-2 draw against New Zealand in Los Angeles. It was a remarkable feat, considering the squad…
Punjab Kings’ Shashank Singh drops a catch against Sunrisers Hyderabad. (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh has once again found himself under heavy scrutiny after another costly fielding lapse during PBKS’ 33-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026 on Wednesday.What began as an isolated mistake earlier in the season is now…
Sushant Singh Rajput‘s demise left the industry and the audiences in shock. Fans still continue to remain heartbroken and miss the actor. Post Sushant’s death, Rhea Chakraborty was at the centre of scrutiny. In a recent interview, Rhea has opened up about the lasting emotional scars left by the turbulent period that followed Sushant’s death….
The year 2025 brought unexpected challenges for Hollywood’s top stars, with overall actor earnings dipping alarmingly. While iconic figures maintain their allure, the real winners are those capitalizing on streaming platforms, where deals are not just profitable but reliable. Adam Sandler’s massive contract with Netflix is a testament to the evolving landscape where digital streaming…