Kentucky floods leave four dead; (AP image) At least four people have died after widespread flooding swept across Kentucky, inundating homes, washing away bridges and forcing dozens of rescue operations as authorities warned that another round of heavy rain could worsen the crisis.Governor Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency, saying parts of the…
The look of Kolkata’s trams has changed down the years, from this one negotiating a busy junction, to a more modern avatar (below) rolling down the leafy Maidan At the Tollygunge Tram Depot, amid rows of ageing tramcars that have quietly watched the city change, one vehicle still draws attention. Tram No. 201 stands ready…
While the world weaves tales about dinosaurs, snakes larger and more ferocious have slithered away in the past. Out of all the reptiles that scare humans, snakes have always topped the chart. Not just because of their capabilities, but also due to their size, strength and yes, silence.The animal that strikes one dead with a…
Many doctors treat soda, sweetened iced tea, bottled fruit drinks and energy drinks as the first thing to leave behind, not because they are dramatic, but because they are so easy to overconsume. Studies say frequent sugary-drink intake is linked with negative health consequences, and its guidance on “rethink your drink” ties regular consumption to…
Cravings have a bad reputation. They are often treated like weakness, bad habits, or a lack of self-control. But the truth is usually more interesting than that. When your body keeps nudging you toward chocolate, chips, bread, or something icy and sweet, it may be trying to say something. Not always in a dramatic way….
Stephen Curry opens up about Ayesha Curry.(Image via Getty Images) Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors’ star player, has been with his wife, Ayesha Curry, for over two decades now. The two met as young adults and have been inseparable ever since. While their life has been pretty busy in the last few years, their…
Florida has become the first US state to sue OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, accusing the company of knowingly releasing and aggressively marketing ChatGPT despite what it describes as serious risks to children and the public.The lawsuit, filed Monday in Florida’s Tenth Circuit Court, alleges that OpenAI concealed known dangers associated with its AI…
An entertainer dubbed “Mop Man” (real name CJ Scott Miller) breaks into his energetic dance routine while masquerading as a court cleaner at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. (Photos by Chris Anderson)/ Via Instagram The 2026 Commonwealth Games have produced no shortage of memorable sporting moments, but one of the tournament’s biggest viral sensations has…
Lord Jagannath and his siblings undergo a 15-day “illness” period after a sacred bath, a ritual known as Anasara. During this time, the deities are secluded and treated with medicinal pastes and repainted, mirroring ancient quarantine practices. Devotees visit the Alarnath Temple, believing Lord Jagannath manifests there. This tradition culminates in the Navajouban Darshan, preparing…
LONDON: Temperature records toppled as a spring heat wave continued to scorch parts of Western Europe on Tuesday, triggering government warnings about risks to life. Several drownings were reported in Britain and France as people tried to cool down. London recorded a rare “tropical night”, defined as one in which the temperature does not fall…