An Indian‑origin professor at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa stirred row after posting racist remarks about South Africans. Professor Srila Roy, head of the sociology department, described South Africans as having “little ambition, complacent, and poor work ethic” in a message on social media platform X that was later deleted.The comments provoked…
Outrage and political backlash have erupted across California after state parole officials approved the release of David Allen Funston, a convicted serial child rapist serving multiple life sentences, under the state’s controversial elderly parole programme.Funston, 64, was convicted in 1999 on 16 counts of kidnapping and molesting eight young children in Sacramento-area communities in 1995….
Beautiful plant that attracts snakes to garden (Image source: Canva) Many people enjoy spending time in their gardens, whether it is watering plants, growing flowers, or simply sitting outdoors. A garden is a place where you can feel safe and at peace. But some plants and landscaping choices can quietly change how animals use that…
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for February 27, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the…
India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav (AP Photo/Ajit Solanki) Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan, part of the squad that won the ICC World T20, has urged the Men in Blue to prioritise winning their upcoming T20 World Cup matches rather than worrying about net-run-rate calculations ahead of the crucial clash against Zimbabwe. Pathan also suggested that captain…
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) will conduct the Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) examination on April 14, 15, 17, 18, 20 and 21, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 935 vacancies across the state. Candidates who have applied for the post must note the examination schedule and prepare accordingly. The admit card is…
Candace Owens built her career by doing what few conservatives dared to do with such theatrical conviction. She attacked the cultural consensus, mocked liberal orthodoxy, and positioned herself as the MAGA movement’s most articulate provocateur. For years, that aggression made her indispensable. Then she turned the same instinct inward. The target was Erika Kirk, widow…
Panaji: The ruins of St Augustine Church at Old Goa will come alive as the Ketevan Music Festival takes centrestage on Feb 27 and 28. Beginning at 6.30pm on both evenings, the 2-day festival is being held in association with the ministry of culture of Georgia and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR).The opening…
Last evening, I overheard a couple of seemingly learned men immersed in an avid discussion as I took my daily stroll by the poolside. Their topic, quite to my mind’s delight, was the soul. But the treatment they meted out to it was mindless enough to quickly turn my delight into sheer dismay. The diabolical…
The bride Rashmika wore a rust-red saree rich in antique gold embroidery and temple-inspired motifs. Her layered temple jewellery added a sacred, almost divine presence to the bridal look. The ensemble balanced elegance, tradition and quiet luxury without feeling excessive. Source link