Eyebrows are more than just facial flair; they evolved from protective brow ridges to enable subtle emotional signaling and enhance facial recognition. Their mobility allows for quick, non-verbal communication, fostering trust and larger social groups, distinguishing modern humans from Neanderthals. Ever catch yourself raising an eyebrow at a bad joke?That instinct is so simultaneous and…
NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India (EC) has ordered a complete repoll in West Bengal’s Falta assembly constituency, scrapping voting held on April 29 after what it described as a breakdown of the democratic process. All 285 polling stations in the South 24 Parganas seat will now vote again on May 21 under heightened…
nthropic CEO Dario Amodei keeps predicting that AI will trigger mass unemployment on a global scale. But with an Anthropic IPO reportedly targeting a $900 billion valuation, his warnings may be doing double duty—as both public service and investor pitch. Anthropic’s own labor research shows the reality is far more gradual. And voices from Sam…
Tamizh Amudhan and Vincent Keymer CHENNAI: Rain lashed Thiruthangal, a neighbourhood in Sivakasi, all of Friday night. The power had been cut since six in the evening, plunging the area in darkness. But inside one of the modest houses, an eight-year-old boy, with just a candle flickering beside him and a mobile torch lighting up…
In 1985, Diana had an audience with Pope John Paul II. She wore a modest, long-sleeved black dress topped with a traditional black lace veil and simple pearls. Decades later, Camilla met Pope Benedict XVI in an ensemble that looked like an absolute carbon copy. Before we scream “fashion theft,” though, let’s look at the…
Chennai Super Kings reignited their IPL 2026 campaign with a crucial eight-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians. This win, driven by disciplined bowling and a steady chase led by Gaikwad and Sharma, keeps their playoff hopes alive. However, their IPL 2026 campaign has been marred by inconsistency and CSK must now string together wins in their…
MI Coach Jayawardene Explains Bumrah, Surya, Tilak Slump Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene struck a composed and reassuring tone in the post-match press conference, backing his senior players and calling for patience as Mumbai Indians navigate a challenging phase in IPL 2026.The performance of Mumbai Indians’ (MI) key trio, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, and…
JABALPUR/BHOPAL: Ignored wind warnings came under sharp scrutiny after the death toll in the Bargi dam cruise disaster rose to 11 Saturday, with rescuers retrieving two more bodies — both children — from the reservoir in central Madhya Pradesh.The sinking has become a wellspring of criticism after officials revealed that the cruise, operated by MT…
NEW DELHI: A 40-year-old man allegedly smothered his two young sons before dying by suicide in Karnataka’s Tumakuru district, police said on Saturday.The incident took place in Alakere village under Kunigal police limits, where Shivanna and his sons, aged six and eleven, were found dead at their home.Police said Shivanna, who worked at a private…
US President Donald Trump has said there is a “possibility” of fresh military strikes against Iran, warning action could follow if Tehran “misbehaves” or “does something bad,” even as he reviews a new peace proposal from the country.Speaking to reporters while boarding Air Force One in South Florida on Saturday, Trump said further strikes remain…