The New York Police Department said it is enhancing security at sensitive locations across the city following the US and Israeli attack on Iran and escalating tensions in the Middle East.In a statement posted on X, the department said it is “closely monitoring events in Iran and the Middle East” and coordinating with federal and…
China’s ongoing military corruption purges have created serious deficiencies in the command structure of its armed forces and are likely to have affected the readiness of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), according to a leading defence research centre. The purges, led by the Chinese president Xi Jinping, which have spanned the supreme central military commission,…
Ever thought of picking fresh, juicy, and organic market-fresh mushrooms from your kitchen corner without the hefty price tag or chemical sprays? Let’s imagine this scenario: fresh button or exotic oyster varieties of mushrooms, packed with flavour, grown in humble plastic bags with materials readily available in any corner shop. No greenhouse is required. Just…
Denmark’s recent general election offers a nuanced and instructive outcome that extends far beyond a mere electoral setback for Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. Although the Social Democrats emerged as the largest party, the broader left-leaning red bloc did not secure a parliamentary majority. This has ushered in a period of complex coalition negotiations and prompted…
US H-1B visa changes in 2026 reshape global tech hiring and career pathways The global race for highly skilled talent—especially in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies—is intensifying. Yet, in the United States, immigration policy shifts are creating new challenges for employers and international professionals alike. As visa rules evolve and costs rise, companies are reassessing…
If you are active on social media, you would have often come across weird images that look different to different people. Such images often have one or more elements in them, and they are based on psychology. Depending on what a person sees first, a lot can be decoded about their true nature. And so,…
René passed away in January 2016, leaving a void that seemed impossible to fill. For decades, he had been the one making the decisions, the one she looked to in the wings before every show. His death, followed by her own health crisis with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), could have been the end of the…
Your weekly horoscope is here to provide you with the insight and guidance you need to navigate the ups and downs of life. Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you.Aries:At the beginning of the week, you may feel low and experience some health issues. You might find yourself in a…
The global landscape is littered with “Digital Transformation” projects that bought expensive software but forgot to upgrade the people. What is happening in Maharashtra today is a rarity in public administration: a true Whole-of-Government tech immersion. We are moving past the era where “tech” was a siloed department in a corner office. Instead, we have…
Etihad Rail operates special services from Ghuweifat to Abu Dhabi amid regional disruptions / Image: file In a historic and rare move, the UAE’s national railway network transformed from a freight giant into a lifeline for citizens and residents. While Etihad Rail is primarily known for transporting sulfur and heavy goods across the desert, it…