Author: Rahul M

A new study has upended long-held beliefs about the origins of the Altar Stone at Stonehenge. Contrary to previous assumptions, this iconic stone does not come from Wales but from the Orcadian Basin in Scotland, a surprising 466 miles away. This revelation forces historians to rethink how such a large, heavy stone was transported and what it reveals about the society that built Stonehenge. The Welsh Theory: A Long-Accepted Belief For decades, experts have assumed that the Altar Stone, a massive slab of Old Red Sandstone, came from the Brecon Beacons in Wales. This theory was widely accepted due to…

Summary Michael Jordan makes a comeback to the NBA as its special contributor for the NBC This marks his first TV role covering the league NBC also returns to covering the NBA for the first time since 2002 Michael Jordan is making a return to the NBA but for different reasons. NBC announced earlier this week that the Hall of Famer would become the special contributor to its NBA coverage, starting this fall. Jordan announced his new role in a video at NBC’s Upfront and the network later posted to X the message, “A legendary addition to our team! We’re…

After a five-year pause, the revered Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is set to resume in June 2025, marking a significant moment for pilgrims eager to undertake the sacred trek. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has officially announced the reopening of registration, with the deadline set for May 13, 2025. The pilgrimage, known for its spiritual significance and challenging terrain, offers two distinct routes for devotees: Lipulekh Pass (Uttarakhand) – A trekking route with five batches, each accommodating 50 pilgrims. Nathu La Pass (Sikkim) – A motorable route, allowing ten batches of 50 pilgrims. Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be Indian citizens…

Chimpanzees, long regarded as one of humanity’s closest living relatives, are now challenging our understanding of communication in the animal kingdom. A recent study, spearheaded by Cédric Girard-Buttoz from the Max Planck Institute, uncovers the remarkable complexity of chimpanzee vocalizations. These findings show that, far from simply issuing calls for basic needs, chimpanzees can combine different calls to express more nuanced meanings, akin to human syntax in language. This discovery, published in Science Advances, suggests that the human capacity for language may not be as unique as once thought. It seems that the roots of language complexity may extend deeper…

In an extraordinary experiment at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC), physicists have turned lead into gold — but only for a brief moment. This feat, a modern-day form of alchemy, occurred when high-energy lead ions collided, resulting in the creation of gold nuclei for a fraction of a second. While the process is far from the centuries-old dreams of turning lead into pure gold, the achievement holds significant scientific value, offering insights into particle interactions under extreme conditions. A Modern Twist on Alchemy The idea of turning lead into gold has long been a dream of alchemists. Though the ancient…

Miami during F1 weekend is a full-spectrum cultural flex. The paddock doubles as a runway, the air hums with engine growls and curated playlists, and everyone’s dressed like they might end up in someone’s recap carousel. Thanks to an invite from Liquid I.V., we experienced the chaos from a cooler vantage point—literally. Perched above the track at the Race House, we found shade, refreshing mocktails, and a crowd that knew the assignment: stay sharp, look sharp, and keep it moving at 200 mph while staying hydrated. As an F1 fan, this was my first time experiencing the Formula 1 Crypto.com…

On May 7, 2025, the Indian Army carried out a high-precision retaliatory strike under “Operation Sindoor,” targeting nine terrorist camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). This operation was launched in direct response to the deadly terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, which claimed the lives of 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen. According to Indian military sources, the operation was “measured, targeted, and non-provocative,” with a clear focus on dismantling terror infrastructure. Importantly, no Pakistani military establishments were targeted. The Indian Army stated that the strikes were aimed solely at…

On May 7, 2025, India launched “Operation Sindoor,” a carefully coordinated military operation targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The operation was in direct retaliation to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of 26 Indian civilians. The strikes were aimed at dismantling infrastructure belonging to terror outfits such as Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). In a joint effort involving the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy, precision strikes were carried out on nine locations, including Bahawalpur, Muridke, Sialkot, and Muzaffarabad. Viral videos on social media showed massive explosions, thick plumes of smoke,…

A British chemist has explored whether the iconic carbonite freezing of Han Solo in Star Wars could be recreated using real-world materials. The concept, while still largely science fiction, may not be entirely out of reach—at least in theory. Published to mark Star Wars Day, the experiment raises questions about the limits of human cryopreservation and whether current scientific methods can replicate what remains a cinematic fantasy. Why Gallium Stands Out Among Real-World Metals According to the Daily Mail, Dr Alex Baker, a chemist at the University of Warwick, points to gallium as a plausible candidate for mimicking the visual…

Archaeologists have discovered a bone-tipped spear point in a Russian cave that dates back nearly 80,000 years. This artifact reveals that Neanderthals independently developed specialized hunting weapons, reshaping our understanding of their technological abilities long before any contact with Homo sapiens. A Long-Overlooked Artifact From Mezmaiskaya Cave In 2003, researchers excavating Mezmaiskaya Cave in the northern Caucasus Mountains of Russia uncovered a prehistoric campsite. Amid the remains of a fire pit and scattered animal bones, they found a small, shaped object that initially attracted little attention: a 9-centimeter spear tip crafted from bison bone. The site was dated to between…