Australian brook lamprey. Image Credit: David Moffatt In 2022, Australian ecologist Dr Luke Carpenter-Bundhoo set out to study how the Black Summer bushfires had affected ecosystems in K’gari, Queensland. Instead, while surveying a creek, he encountered an unexpected creature: an eel-like fish with seven gills and a mouth lined with circular rows of teeth. The…
The 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards continued into Night 2 in Los Angeles on Sunday with the second of two Creative Arts ceremonies, honouring performers, programmes and creators across a range of categories.Held at the Peacock Theater, the second day of the awards show, focused on guest acting categories, supporting performances in limited or anthology…
In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna imparts vital wisdom about living in the moment, emphasizing that while humans can shape their actions, they cannot dictate the outcomes. Worrying excessively about results often compromises the effort put forth. By practicing detachment, individuals can appreciate their triumphs without the fear of losing what they have gained. Quote…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed India-France relations, saying that the strategic partnership between the two countries is particularly special because it rests on the solid foundation of long-standing cultural and political ties.Addressing the inauguration of the Swaminarayan temple in Paris, Modi hoped that the grand temple would stand for centuries as…
Misbah ul Haq (AFP Photo) Former Pakistan Test captain Misbah-ul-Haq has criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for what he described as a reactive approach to handling the national team, following the decision to send seven players and two coaches back home during the ongoing Test tour of England.Misbah, who recently resigned as Pakistan’s national…
Nihal Sarin playing for American Gambits (GCL Photo) BENGALURU: The Chess Olympiad is already on Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin’s mind, but not quite yet. With India preparing to defend its Open title in Samarkand, Uzbekistan later this month, Nihal is excited about representing the country at the Olympiad. For now, though, the 22-year-old is keeping…
Varun Dhawan has shared a strong recommendation for ‘Hanuman Ansh’ after watching the film in a theatre with his mother. The actor took to social media to talk about his experience and encouraged audiences to watch the movie on the big screen. Dhawan described the experience as “amazing”. He also urged viewers to take their…
A day for new opportunities and enhancements arrives as previous plans can be refreshed. Prioritizing emotional safety becomes vital, as clinging to outdated ideas may cause hindrance. Embracing second chances can mend valuable relationships and reignite familiar routines. Resources appear to improve, making once-delayed tasks attainable with astute changes. Old acquaintances may resurface, bringing helpful…
As vultures disappear, minister calls for ‘safe zones’ NEW DELHI: With vultures vanishing from nearly 72% of their historically known nesting sites across India, Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav Sunday called for persistent efforts to create ‘Vulture Safe Zones’ to aid species recovery in the wild.Known as Nature’s most efficient scavengers, the vulture population has…
shoaib akhtar and babar azam Pakistan cricket appears to be entering a major rebuilding phase after a disastrous start to the England tour, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) already making significant changes before the three-Test series has even reached its conclusion.England have taken an unassailable 2-0 lead after registering two emphatic victories. The hosts…
