Over 1,300 dead in Europe: How ‘Omega Block’ turned a heatwave into a continent-wide death trap

A blistering early‑summer heatwave sweeping Europe has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21 A blistering early‑summer heatwave sweeping Europe has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, the World Health Organization (WHO) said, as nations from France to Poland smashed temperature records and public services strained…

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From logistics parks to offices: How is Middle East conflict hitting Asia’s property market

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is posing a challenge for Asia Pacific’s commercial real estate sector, as rising energy costs, inflationary pressures and uncertainty around interest rates create new risks for occupiers, developers and investors.Since the conflict began on February 28, disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, which handles over 80% of Asia…

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‘Let’s play like Lions’: Shreyas Iyer’s first message as India’s new T20I captain | Cricket News

Shreyas Iyer and Gautam Gambhir (Screengrab) Shreyas Iyer is ready to usher in a new era for India’s T20I side after being entrusted with the captaincy for the upcoming series against Ireland. The appointment marks a significant turnaround for the middle-order batter, who missed out on India’s T20 World Cup squad but has now returned…

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‘We’ve never met in person’: Novak Djokovic reveals special years-long bond with Virat Kohli | Off the field News

Novak Djokovic Opens Up on Special Bond With Virat Kohli (Image: X) Some sporting rivalries define eras. Others, despite unfolding in different arenas, create a unique bond built on mutual respect. That is exactly what exists between tennis legend Novak Djokovic and cricket great Virat Kohli.Speaking during Wimbledon, the 24-time Grand Slam champion offered a…

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IPL 2026: Virat Kohli cracks Rohit Sharma up during RCB vs MI Clash — Watch | Cricket News

Virat Kohli cracks Rohit Sharma up during RCB vs MI Clash (Screengrabs) Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma once again gave fans a wholesome moment during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s thrilling IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians on Sunday, proving that even in the middle of an intense contest, the bond between Indian cricket’s biggest stars remains…

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the cheat code batter – why even Jasprit Bumrah, Josh Hazlewood and Arshdeep Singh have nowhere to hide | Cricket News

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has taken down the who’s who of top bowling talent in IPL 2026 with ease Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, all of 15, is fast sort of becoming an enigma – right now in IPL 2026, but also in the world of cricket. The insane level of hitting from the teenager at this age defies belief,…

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Scientists recreate a 2-billion-year-old enzyme and uncover how early life survived on Earth |

Scientists have long relied on chemical traces locked inside ancient rocks to piece together the story of early life. Fossils from the deepest reaches of Earth’s history are rare, often fragmentary and difficult to interpret. Isotopes, by contrast, can survive for billions of years. Among the most informative are those linked to nitrogen, an element…

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‘I feel a bit under pressure’: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s hilarious confession steals show after dream IPL 2026 season | Cricket News

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Rajasthan Royals teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may not have featured in the IPL 2026 final, but the 15-year-old ended the season as one of its undisputed stars.As Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by five wickets in Ahmedabad on Sunday to defend their title, Sooryavanshi dominated the post-match…

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7 snake-rich states in India and what every wildlife traveller should know about them

Odisha is all about wetlands, forests, and coastal snake habitats. It is among India’s most important reptile-rich regions thanks to the mix of mangroves, forests, and coastal ecosystems. Similipal Biosphere Reserve, Satkosia Tiger Reserve, and Bhitarkanika National Park are known for being home to a rich variety of snakes including Indian cobras, kraits, Russell’s vipers,…

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45 warships will be delivered in 3-4 yrs, nod given for 195 more naval vessels: Vice Admiral | India News

NEW DELHI: Around 45 ships are under construction within the country and will be delivered in the next 3 to 4 years, Navy vice chief Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsyan has said in Kolkata during the launch of ‘Sanghamitra’, the first of four next-generation offshore patrol vessels (NGOPVs) built by defence PSU Garden Reach Shipbuilders and…

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