Author: Rahul M

In a limestone cave overlooking the Loire River in central France, archaeologists have uncovered markings that may fundamentally rewrite our understanding of Neanderthal cognition. Sealed under 30 feet (9.14 m) of sediment for over 57,000 years, the cave walls at La Roche-Cotard bear deliberate finger tracings—engraved lines and arcs pressed into soft chalk by ancient hands. A peer-reviewed study published in PLOS ONE presents compelling evidence that these markings were created not by modern humans but by Neanderthals. The cave’s entrance was sealed by natural forces long before Homo sapiens arrived in this region of Europe, making Neanderthals the most…

Air pollution has become one of the major concerns today. We see hazy skies, smell smoke in the air, and instantly feel heaviness when we breathe. When pollution levels go high, the quality of the air we breathe goes down, and this affects the body in many ways. Most people experience symptoms like sore throat, burning eyes, cough, blocked nose, tiredness, headaches, and difficulty in breathing. Some people may also notice skin breakouts, low energy, irritability, disturbed sleep and constant fatigue. Those who already have breathing issues like asthma or allergies feel their symptoms become worse when pollution is high. …

On 10th November, Faridabad’s Al-Falah University came under the scanner after police unearthed a massive cache of explosives and arrested multiple doctors associated with it. Hours after the arrest, Delhi was shaken by a high-intensity blast near the Red Fort killing 8, and more links to the university came to the fore as the investigation into the explosion progressed. Doctors linked to the university reportedly have connections with Pakistan-backed groups. As per media reports, the private institute has Gulf-linked funding and is spread across a 70-acre campus. VIDEO | Faridabad terror module case: Visuals from outside Al-Falah University in Faridabad,…

BEIJING (AP) — The stranded crew of a Chinese space mission is “in good condition, working and living normally,” China’s Manned Space Engineering office said on Tuesday.The three astronauts on the Shenzhou-20 mission are facing a delayed return to Earth after their scheduled Nov. 5 return was aborted after their spacecraft was believed to have been struck by a small piece of space debris.The return has been pushed back to an unspecified date, but the mission team is carrying out tests and drills, according to a statement issued by the space agency.“The Shenzhou-20 crew is in good condition, working and…

When the history of AI is written, Steven Adler may just end up being its Paul Revere—or at least, one of them—when it comes to safety.Last month Adler, who spent four years in various safety roles at OpenAI, wrote a piece for The New York Times with a rather alarming title: “I Led Product Safety at OpenAI. Don’t Trust Its Claims About ‘Erotica.’” In it, he laid out the problems OpenAI faced when it came to allowing users to have erotic conversations with chatbots while also protecting them from any impacts those interactions could have on their mental health. “Nobody…

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Everyone has an idea about what a Disney movie “should” look like. Typically, it means sticking within G or PG-rated confines, often with plenty of musical numbers, and never alienating family audiences. That certainly has defined many of the biggest motion pictures attached to the Disney logo. However, the studio’s theatrical releases over the years have been a bit more nuanced than that default image. For one thing, there have been the various “Star Wars” and Marvel Cinematic Universe movies released by Disney from 2012 onward,…

Show Quick Read Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom Ranchi, Nov 11 (PTI) Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) MP Mahua Maji on Tuesday criticised the BJP-led central government over the blast near Delhi’s Red Fort metro station, questioning how such a major incident could occur “right under its nose and a day before Bihar elections.” A high-intensity explosion ripped through a slow-moving car at a traffic signal near the Red Fort metro station on Monday evening, killing at least 12 people and gutting several vehicles. Questioning the timing of the incident, the Rajya Sabha MP said, “Is an incident…

Arthritis can make even simple movements feel challenging, but it doesn’t have to limit your quality of life. With the right approach, you can reduce stiffness, regain mobility, and move with more confidence every day. Physical therapy is one of the most effective ways to manage arthritis, helping patients build strength, improve flexibility, and reduce pain naturally. At Confluent Health, expert therapists combine targeted exercises, education, and hands-on care to restore movement and relieve discomfort for patients living with arthritis. From personalized chronic pain physical therapy treatment to joint-specific rehab programs, therapy offers a safer, more sustainable alternative to relying…

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s nuclear energy company said Tuesday its operations are unaffected by a major graft investigation into the country’s power sector that is centering on alleged kickbacks worth some $100 million.Energoatom, a state-owned enterprise which generates more than a half of Ukraine’s energy supply, said in a statement that the probe by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau has not disrupted production or operational safety.Its assurances came a day after the agency revealed some details of a 15-month investigation into suspected corruption in the energy sector, including at Energoatom.Large amounts of Ukrainian and foreign funds have flowed into the…

With Bihar voting in the final phase of the Assembly elections Tuesday, all eyes are now on its results to be announced Friday. The Bihar story remained in the spotlight in the Urdu press, dominating its coverage over the week as the dailies reported and analysed the entire gamut of this riveting face-off between the incumbent BJP-led NDA and the Opposition INDIA bloc, whose outcome may have a significant impact on national politics.Story continues below this ad URDU TIMES As a blast in a moving car near Red Fort in the national capital killed at least nine people and wounded…