Frogs disappear during dry seasons by aestivating underground for months. Their bodies form protective cocoons, and they await the monsoon rains. Moisture and vibrations signal the frogs to emerge from their dormant state. The monsoon rains create ideal breeding pools for frog eggs. This emergence is a survival strategy honed over millions of years. The…
Slavko Vinčić to referee Messi’s Argentina vs Yamal’s Spain in 2026 World Cup final showdown/ AI Image FIFA has entrusted Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić with the biggest appointment of his career, confirming that he will officiate Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final between defending champions Argentina and Spain at New York New Jersey Stadium.The 46-year-old…
A new species of spider from the Ecuadorian Amazon: Taczanowskia waska. Credit: David Diaz-Guevarra Researchers exploring Ecuador’s Amazon rainforest thought they had spotted a small mushroom clinging to the underside of a leaf during a night survey. A closer look revealed something far stranger. It was a spider that had disguised itself so convincingly as…
KOLKATA: The Calcutta high court on Friday scrapped the Election Commission’s 48hour bike ban order for the second phase of assembly elections on April 29 and said pillion riding would not be allowed on two-wheelers for 12 hours on poll day, unless it was for taking or bringing back children from school, medical emergencies or…
Stories will always remind us that fascism and nuclear catastrophe are just a few steps away from us “Since Auschwitz, we know what man is capable of. And since Hiroshima, we know what is at stake.”– Viktor E. Frankl, Austrian psychiatrist, philosopher, and Holocaust survivorIt’s been 81 years to this day that the world saw…
G Parameshwara, DK Shivakumar BENGALURU: G Parameshwara’s elevation as deputy CM in DK Shivakumar’s govt in Karnataka has revived memories of tussle at the top because of Congress’s long history of competing centres of authority in the state.During Siddaramaiah’s second stint as CM, Shivakumar served as deputy CM and was seen by many as a…
While smoke, scents, and plants can help with small bee problems, they are not always strong enough for multiple hives or indoor nests. In such cases, calling a professional bee‑removal or pest‑control service is the safest option, especially if the hive is near doors, children’s play areas, or in a chimney or wall cavity. These…
Aamir Khan will marry Gauri Spratt on July 5 in a private ceremony at his Pali Hill home, now decorated with fairy lights. The couple will register their marriage under the Special Marriage Act, followed by lunch for close family and friends. Reconnected after 25 years, this marks Aamir’s third marriage. Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan…
Inspiring story of the day: “Mum, it’s OK. One day I will be very rich. I’ll buy a cookie factory so I can eat whenever I want” – How Neymar Jr turned childhood poverty into football greatness (Image via Getty) Before Neymar Jr became one of football’s biggest stars, life looked very different. He grew…
Newlyweds Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda appear to be making the most of married life. After attending the Anime Awards in Tokyo, the actress shared a cheerful set of photos and videos from her Japan trip on Instagram. The post offered fans a peek into the couple’s time abroad, from traditional street food to a…