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Indian sailor killed in strike on commercial vessel in Black Sea, MEA condemns attack
An Indian sailor was killed after a commercial vessel was attacked in the Black Sea, as the over four-year conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to drag on, said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday. The vessel, which was in Russian territorial waters, was identified as Marshall Islands-flagged MV OMORFI.
Soldiers among 15 killed in suicide bombing in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
At least 15 people, including soldiers, police personnel and a government official, were killed after militants rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a security check post in Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province overnight, the military said on Friday.
Why did Trump impose 10% tariff on goods imported from India, but hit China, Japan with 12.5% tariffs?
The United States imposed a fresh round of tariffs on 60 trading partners, replacing the temporary global tariff that had been in place for the past five months. US President Donald Trump has imposed a 10 per cent tariff on imports from India and 16 other nations as part of a global crackdown on goods produced using forced labour. India was bracketed among countries to face a higher 12.5 per cent levy. However, Washington reduced the rate to 10 per cent after taking note of New Delhi’s recent amendment to its Foreign Trade Policy, which explicitly banned the import of products made through f
In 1938, one radio broadcast made Americans think the world was ending: The incredible true story behind the 'War of the Worlds' panic
A 1938 radio drama adaptation of The War of the Worlds caused confusion among listeners. Many Americans believed they were hearing real news of a Martian invasion. This broadcast highlighted the public's trust in radio as an authoritative information source. Historians question the extent of the widespread panic initially reported. The event remains a significant lesson in media's power to influence public perception.
Trump imposes 10% tariff on goods imported from India, other countries over forced labour concerns
In a big development, US President Donald Trump imposed a 10 per cent tariff on goods imported from India and 16 other countries as part of its efforts to combat the use of forced labour in the production of such items. Last month, when the US had proposed tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act, India was bracketed among countries attracting 12.5 per cent levies, but Washington took note of the amendment New Delhi made to its foreign trade policy prohibiting the import of goods produced using forced labour.
Elon Musk regrets DOGE, admits he 'got carried away' after backing Trump's campaign with $200M
Elon Musk has admitted that he became too involved in politics during his close alliance with US President Donald Trump, saying he now believes he should have spent more time running his companies instead of leading the administration's controversial cost-cutting initiative. The billionaire had backed Trump's 2024 presidential campaign with around $200 million before being appointed to head DOGE, where he oversaw sweeping federal spending cuts and layoffs across government departments.
Pennsylvania families sell 1,700 acres for $586M; couple gets $22M for 89-acre hog farm
The AI infrastructure race has turned a quiet Pennsylvania farming community into one of the country's hottest real estate markets. As 96 families sold 1,700 acres for a combined $586 million to a Blackstone-backed data center developer, David and Marilee Kiliti received over $22 million for their 89-acre hog farm. The unexpected windfall has allowed the family to clear debts, make new investments and completely transform their future.
Scientists drill 33 feet into a vanishing glacier to recover a 2,000-year old record of...
A remarkable ice core from the Alps has revealed a comprehensive climate timeline spanning 2,000 years. It documents early instances of metal smelting, extensive forest fires, and even volcanic ash from distant eruptions. This icy archive acts as a vital record of air quality in Europe before industrial contaminants took hold. As glaciers retreat, scientists are in a race against time to safeguard these precious climate memories for future generations.
Chile community beats drought by restoring forests, soil and watershed
A rural community on Chile's Chiloe Island has restored its water supply after years of relying on emergency tanker trucks. By protecting forests, restoring its watershed, building a gravity-fed water network and involving local residents in maintenance, the community has maintained a reliable system for nearly seven years. The project is now being presented as a model for other rural areas facing water shortages.
She inherited her childhood home, then a $228,000 water bill appeared
A woman in Baltimore, US, says she was shocked to discover a $228,000 unpaid water bill attached to her late father's home after inheriting the property. The debt has placed a lien on the house, preventing its sale. The dispute centres on whether the homeowner or the community's homeowners association should be responsible for the outstanding amount.
RECENT NEWS
- Indian sailor killed in strike on commercial vessel in Black Sea, MEA condemns attack
- Soldiers among 15 killed in suicide bombing in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Why did Trump impose 10% tariff on goods imported from India, but hit China, Japan with 12.5% tariffs?
- In 1938, one radio broadcast made Americans think the world was ending: The incredible true story behind the 'War of the Worlds' panic
- Trump imposes 10% tariff on goods imported from India, other countries over forced labour concerns
