Author: Rahul M

Fossilized dinosaur teeth, commonly regarded as mere remnants of ancient creatures, have recently been revealed to hold valuable scientific information. These teeth, preserved in mineralized enamel, offer an unexpected insight into Earth’s atmospheric conditions millions of years ago. A study published by Discover Magazine highlights how researchers are using advanced methods to analyze these fossils. By examining the oxygen isotopes embedded in the teeth, scientists have gained new understanding about the carbon dioxide levels that existed during the time of the dinosaurs, which were significantly higher than today. This research opens a new door for reconstructing ancient climates and ecosystems.…

The Bengaluru Cyber Crime Police on September 20 registered a case after an unknown person tried to extract sensitive information from Rajya Sabha MP and author Sudha Murthy, who was formerly the chairperson of the Infosys Foundation. According to the FIR, Murthy received the call at around 9.40 am on September 5. “The caller introduced himself as an employee of the Ministry of Telecommunications and alleged that her number was registered without linking it with Aadhaar,” the FIR read. Using the ruse, the scammer also tried to extract personal information of the MP. During his call, he allegedly told Murthy…

The Karnataka High Court has scheduled arguments for September 23 on whether the ongoing Socio-Economic and Educational Survey by the State Commission for Backward Classes should be put on hold. The issue came up on September 22 before a division bench headed by Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice C.M. Joshi.Also read: Supreme Court seeks independent probe into Ahmedabad Air India crash, flags confidentiality breachInitially, the bench considered deferring the matter until after the Dasara vacation. However, petitioners’ counsels highlighted concerns over privacy, pointing out that the survey involves geo-tagging of residents and linking information with Aadhaar. They argued that…

Peter Kramer/Getty Images Brittany Snow is somewhat of an underrated teen icon. She’s previously starred in beloved films for young adults like “John Tucker Must Die” and “Pitch Perfect,” the latter of which became a franchise because of its popularity. She’s not unfamiliar with dramatic roles, though; she’s guest starred on “Law & Order: SVU” and is currently turning heads in the scandalous Netflix series “The Hunting Wives.”  On the heels of the latter’s success, Snow has been reminiscing about her most iconic roles in media interviews. She even spoke with…

The RSS-affiliated Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) has swept the University of Hyderabad (UoH) students’ union election after seven years, benefitting from major disagreements within its rival camp over the inclusion of two Muslim outfits and a growing disenchantment with the Congress’s student wing. This is the second major campus that the ABVP has won in as many days, having bagged the Delhi University Students’ Union on September 19.The ABVP said its sweep on Sunday — it won all six posts of president, vice-president, general secretary, joint secretary, cultural secretary, and sports secretary — was a mandate against “those who…

South Africa Test captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of South Africa’s first assignment of their World Test Championship title defence, against Pakistan, with a calf strain. Aiden Markram will lead the South African Test side in Bavuma’s absence on the Pakistan tour.  The 35-year-old Bavuma is still recovering from a left grade two calf strain sustained during the recent white-ball tour of England Meanwhile, South Africa also announced that veteran spinner Keshav Maharaj will only be available for the second Test of the Pakistan tour. The spin duties will be largely handled by Senuran Muthusamy and Prenelan Subrayen,…

Listen up, folks – if you’re scanning the markets this morning, you’ve probably spotted Anywhere Real Estate (HOUS) lighting up the boards like a Fourth of July fireworks show. As of this writing, shares are rocketing higher by over 50% in early trading, turning heads and sparking all kinds of chatter among traders. What’s behind this monster move? A blockbuster all-stock merger announcement with Compass (COMP), the tech-savvy real estate powerhouse. This isn’t just another deal; it’s like two heavyweights teaming up to dominate the ring. But before you get too excited, let’s break it down step by step –…

Listen up, folks—it’s mornings like this that make you glad you rolled out of bed early and cracked open the market feeds. As of this writing, MBX Biosciences ($MBX) is lighting up the tape with a pre-market surge that’s north of 120%, turning heads from sleepy traders to the big money desks. Yeah, you read that right: this little biotech out of Carmel, Indiana, is suddenly the talk of the town, all thanks to some blockbuster news on their experimental drug for a rare but tough-to-treat condition called hypoparathyroidism. If you’re dipping your toes into stocks or just love a…

Listen up, folks—markets don’t get much hotter than this. As of this writing, early in the trading session on September 22, 2025, shares of AgriFORCE Growing Systems (NASDAQ: AGRI) are rocketing higher in pre-market action, up over 200% from Friday’s close. We’re talking a wild ride from around $2.35 to north of $7 in the blink of an eye. This isn’t some random penny stock flutter; it’s a full-throated roar from a company that’s ditching its old playbook and diving headfirst into the blockchain boom. If you’re scratching your head wondering why everyone’s buzzing about AGRI today, buckle in—I’m breaking…

FATIMA, Portugal (AP) — Motorcycle rallies have a reputation for beer drinking, rock ‘n’ roll and perhaps the odd brawl. But at an annual gathering in northern Portugal, the strongest tipple is a sip of communion wine and the music is strictly hymns set to a church organ.Over the weekend, an estimated 180,000 members of Portugal’s motorcycling community converged on the Fatima shrine for the so-called Blessing of the Helmets. The pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Fatima, now in its 10th year, aims to bestow bikers with a sense of spiritual protection from the Virgin Mary as they ride across…