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6.0 magnitude earthquake hits off coast of Japan: Epicentre at 352 km depth in sea, no tsunami alert
An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 struck near the coast of Japan's Mi province on Sunday morning. According to the American Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter of the earthquake was about 110 kilometers south of Tsu, the capital of Mi Province. Tsu has a population of more than 2.5 million. The earthquake struck at a depth of 352 kilometers above the ground in the sea. No tsunami warning has been issued after the quake. There are no reports of injuries or loss of life and property at this time. On the website of the European-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC), people said that the trem
Trump's defamation lawsuit against Wall Street Journal dismissed, judge says arguments are baseless; Report claims to have a relationship between Trump and Epstein
A US court has dismissed a billion-dollar defamation lawsuit filed by US President Donald Trump against the Wall Street Journal newspaper and its owner Rupert Murdoch. The newspaper claimed in a report that Trump had a relationship with notorious wealthy businessman Jeffrey Epstein. According to the report, in the year 2003, a letter was found in an album of Epstein's 50th birthday, on which Trump's name was written. In this letter, a sketch of a naked woman was made and at the end of the birthday greeting. Trump called it false, saying that he had not written any such letter and that it had c
Ukrainian soldiers hiding in gas pipelines to escape Russian drones: Forced to live in underground tunnels for months; Russia-Ukraine war continues into its fifth year
The Russia-Ukraine war is now in its fifth year. In such a situation, Russia's continuous drone attacks have made it difficult for Ukrainian soldiers to walk openly on the ground. They hide inside old gas pipelines. Soldiers have to stay in these tunnels, which are about 4 feet wide, for several weeks to two months. This pipeline, which once transported gas from Russia to Europe, has now become a route to deliver food, weapons and other essential items to Ukrainian soldiers. Russia used old pipelines in the past. There is a network of about 129 kilometers of old gas pipelines in the Kupiansk r
UK Supreme Court rejects Rogano restaurant’s lost profit claim
Glasgow's renowned Rogano restaurant faced catastrophic circumstances after being ravaged by both flooding and fire, leading to its permanent closure. Forthwell Limited aimed to claim lost earnings for Lynnet Leisure, but the UK Supreme Court dismissed their case, stating that the legal exception they sought wasn't applicable in Scots law.
Judge Blocks Farm Amphitheater: court backs conservation easement; landowner may appeal
A recent ruling by a Superior Court judge has put the brakes on the proposed outdoor amphitheater at Union Grove Farm, North Carolina. The Triangle Land Conservancy raised alarms over land-use regulations intended to safeguard agricultural landscapes. This dispute stems from a conservation easement put in place during the 1990s, underscoring the ongoing conflict between developmental ambitions and environmental protection in the area.
US organ donation group faces decertification after Kentucky man’s near-fatal ordeal
TJ Hoover II's case raised critical alarms when he showed signs of life just before organ retrieval, prompting intense scrutiny of patient safety protocols. Testimony from Donna Rhorer revealed disturbing insights about operational practices. Federal investigations uncovered multiple alarming incidents, leading to possible decertification for the Network for Hope, as the family demands accountability.
Atlanta Bilateral Meeting: Jaishankar meets Rubio on G20 FMM sidelines; focus on India–US cooperation
External affairs minister S Jaishankar had a productive meeting with US secretary of state Marco Rubio in Atlanta to explore avenues for enhanced bilateral ties. They shared reflections from their recent talks during the G20 foreign ministers' summit. Jaishankar's itinerary also included dialogues with both the US ambassador to India and India's ambassador to the US, highlighting active diplomatic channels.
Florida installs 1,500 tons of recycled concrete to create three artificial reefs in Gulf waters
Workers are currently deploying three million pounds of recycled concrete drainage pipes to create artificial reefs on the seabed. This innovative project intends to boost marine habitats for local fish species, enhancing both fishing and diving experiences. Positioned between four and eight nautical miles off East Pass, the varied depths of the sites will facilitate diverse marine life.
US woman who survived two lethal injection executions speaks out: 'Don't know why I survived'
Christa Pike has revealed that she remains in constant pain after surviving a botched lethal injection in Tennessee last month, but says she is grateful for the love and support she has received.
US to sell 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine: Rs 19,000 crore deal, Europe and Canada to bear the full cost; Zelenskyy asks for 100 missiles per month
The United States has approved the sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine. The cost of this deal is about Rs 19,000 crore. Its full cost will be borne by European countries and Canada. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has demanded to provide 100 missiles per month to defend against Russian attacks. The US State Department approved this potential deal on Friday. Under this, Ukraine will get the most advanced version of the Patriot, the PAC-3 MSE missiles. These missiles can destroy the enemy's ballistic missiles in the air itself. Zelenskyy calls for the delivery of missiles as soon as
RECENT NEWS
- 6.0 magnitude earthquake hits off coast of Japan: Epicentre at 352 km depth in sea, no tsunami alert
- Trump's defamation lawsuit against Wall Street Journal dismissed, judge says arguments are baseless; Report claims to have a relationship between Trump and Epstein
- Ukrainian soldiers hiding in gas pipelines to escape Russian drones: Forced to live in underground tunnels for months; Russia-Ukraine war continues into its fifth year
- UK Supreme Court rejects Rogano restaurant’s lost profit claim
- Judge Blocks Farm Amphitheater: court backs conservation easement; landowner may appeal
