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Big Tech’s AI race comes at a steep environmental cost | Explained
Sustainability reports from Amazon, Google, and Microsoft saw the companies confirming sharp increases in their carbon emissions even as they tried to justify the rising numbers in diverse ways
Iran-backed terror proxy Houthis threaten fresh attacks after Yemen airport strike
The Houthis threatened to strike King Khalid Airport in Riyadh after what they called "blatant aggression" targeting the Sanaa airport runway.
MPs say death threats a daily reality in ‘increasing climate of abuse’
As Ann Widdecombe’s death raises concerns over security, politicians reveal extent of problemJess Phillips has received so many death threats she has to remind herself not to be blase. One night she received more than 6...
Incentives, warnings and assurances: how an Indian sailor transited Hormuz
Indian seafarer aboard oil tanker recalls incentives from his employer to make the risky transit via route near Oman, the threats from the Iranian side to stop, and encouragement from the U.S. Navy to move ahead
'World Cup's most controversial VAR call': Croatia says FIFA still won't answer audio request
Croatia says FIFA has not responded to its formal request for the VAR audio behind Joško Gvardiol's disallowed extra-time goal against Portugal at the 2026 World Cup. While FIFA defended the offside decision using Conne...
Balogun expected controversy after World Cup ban waived
United States striker Folarin Balogun knew the decision by Fifa to suspend his one-game ban at the World Cup was going to bring "a lot of controversy" and said it brought "nerves" on his team-mates.
He has a PhD, multiple degrees and years of teaching experience. Yet he still drives a cab after class to support his livelihood
Dr E. Thirumalai Raja, a PhD scholar and guest lecturer at Chennai's Presidency College, has gained attention for driving a cab after teaching classes to support his livelihood. Despite holding multiple degrees, publish...
Even if the Iran war ends, the next fossil fuel shock is already on its way
To prepare, the world needs to focus on building energy independence through renewables and decentralisation.
Trump scraps threat of 20% fee on Hormuz cargo as US prepares to resume blockade of Iran ports
Trump drops a 24-hour-old vow to charge cargo ships for using the Strait as the US continues its battle to break Iran's hold on the waterway.
T rex fossil ‘Gus’ sells for $50.1m at New York auction, setting new record
Skeleton judged to be one of the largest and most complete ever unearthed was excavated on a ranch in South DakotaA vast, fossilized Tyrannosaurus rex nicknamed Gus sold at Sotheby’s in New York on Tuesday for $50.1m wi...
Rupee falls 62 paise to close at 96.30 against U.S. dollar
Forex traders said the rupee came under pressure due to a combination of factors - crude oil prices climbed on renewed geopolitical tensions, while demand for the U.S. dollar increased as investors moved toward safe-hav...
T.N. Medical Services Corporation invites bids for scheme to gift gold rings to babies born in government hospitals
According to the order, gold rings would be procured for 4,41,667 deliveries at a total cost of ₹755.83 crore — ₹17,000 each — along with ₹5 crore towards administration costs
Government to take legal action against unauthorised screenings of Satluj without CBFC certificate
The Centre is weighing legal action over the unauthorized release of the film 'Satluj'. Government sources claim the film was released without obtaining a valid censor certificate. Filmmakers allegedly did not implement...
NEET Result 2026 Live Updates: Re-exam results expected by July 20
EET Result 2026 Date, Time Live Updates: Candidates who appeared for the re-examination will be able to check and download their Re-NEET response sheet by logging into the candidate portal using their application number and other details.
A forgettable World Cup blip in Ronaldo’s unforgettable career
For two decades, he has been among the greatest footballers to have graced the game. While the Portuguese superstar will walk away without the distinction of having won the marquee event in six attempts, it shouldn’t af...
Why IBM shares crashed 26%: CEO Arvind Krishna highlights customer spending shifts towards AI
IBM's second-quarter results missed expectations, impacted by customer spending shifts, triggering one of the worst crashes in its stock. CEO Arvind Krishna said clients prioritized AI infrastructure, securing supply-co...