The Dutch expedition cruise ship MV Hondius has spent more than a week stranded and at the center of a health crisis after a deadly hantavirus outbreak killed at least three passengers and left several others sick or under watch. And after days of limbo, passengers are finally set to start leaving as the ship…
The day carries a festive smell, like sweets in the kitchen and extra chairs brought out. A family celebration or a social gathering may come up, and you’ll be right in the middle of it, managing things without making a fuss.Your financial situation feels comfortable. Venus gives you a pleasant voice today, so even routine…
Dubai mourns the loss of Ramesh Shukla, the revered Indian expat photographer who captured the UAE’s transformation for over six decades. Known as the “royal photographer,” Shukla’s lens chronicled defining moments, from the nation’s formation to its rise as a global hub. His iconic images, including the Union’s declaration, are now etched in the UAE’s…
Have you ever noticed how two people can look at the exact same picture and pick totally different things? One person spots the cozy cup of tea/coffee, another sees a guitar in the corner, and a third is checking the clock to see if they’re running late. And depending on what you choose first, a…
The Economic Survey 2025-2026 in its coverage of the insurance sector, appears to highlight the fundamental idea that the high dependence on intermediaries – read ‘high’ distribution overheads – acts as a barrier to increasing insurance penetration. The Survey notes that rising customer acquisition cost through the intermediary channel causes not only an operational friction,…
Parents are human, and exhaustion makes everyone less patient. But children often experience an irritated response to a small mistake as something much larger than it is. A spilled glass, a forgotten homework sheet or a broken plate may prompt an adult to sigh, snap or scold. The child, meanwhile, may register the reaction as…
Taskin Ahmed stars with 4/49 as Bangladesh beat Pakistan Bangladesh edged past Pakistan by 11 runs in a nail-biting third ODI at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium on Sunday, clinching the three-match series 2-1. Electing to bat first, Bangladesh posted a challenging 290/5 in their 50 overs, largely thanks to a masterful century from Tanzid Hasan…
For decades, the summer of 1976 has occupied a special place in British weather history. It has been the season people return to whenever prolonged heat or dry conditions become part of the conversation. This year, however, the comparison has shifted. Reportedly, the figures recorded at the University of Reading suggest that 2026 has already…
IISc CCE introduces 6G wireless ML course covering Python and 3GPP-based technologies The Indian Institute of Science has announced an online course on machine learning for 6G wireless communication under its Centre for Continuing Education (CCE). The programme is scheduled to run from May 4 to July 29, 2026, with live classes held on Mondays…
Cameron Green runout (Screengrab) Cameron Green’s IPL 2026 campaign has got off to a poor start, with another failure capped by a bizarre run-out against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 6 of IPL 2026 in Kolkata.KKR won the toss and invited SRH to bat. Sunrisers Hyderabad posted a strong 226/8 in 20 overs, powered by key…