Ruins of the sanctuary site at Ithaca, where archaeologists uncovered evidence of long-standing worship linked to Odysseus. A remarkable archaeological discovery on the Greek island of Ithaca is reigniting one of history’s oldest debates: was the story of Odysseus rooted in reality? Excavations at a site known as the “School of Homer” have uncovered what…
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended nearly 1 per cent lower on Monday as the collapse of US-Iran negotiations triggered a surge in crude oil prices and dampened investor sentiment.The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 702.68 points or 0.91 per cent to settle at 76,847.57. During the day, it dived 1,681.93 points or 2.16 per cent…
Ranveer Allahbadia, the podcaster extraordinaire aka BeerBiceps, has been no stranger to headlines lately—from his spicy India’s Got Latent controversy to fueling dating rumours. But post the nail-biting IPL showdown between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore at Wankhede Stadium recently, he’s trending for a sweeter reason: accidentally confirming his relationship with rumoured girlfriend Juhi…
Very few Hollywood actresses have managed to achieve the feats Cameron Diaz did: she has always gone against the industry stereotype. Where most people see stars as products of luck, red carpets, or sudden success, Diaz keeps things real. She’s never made it sound magical or easy. In fact, her story is all about discipline,…
Oil tankers and cargo ships line up in the Strait of Hormuz as seen from Khor Fakkan. (AP photo) As Donald Trump threatened a naval blockade on Iran, Tehran hit back with an unusual warning—this time using mathematics to make its point on rising fuel prices.Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf cautioned that global consumers…
US CENTCOM said it will begin a blockade targeting Iranian ports on Monday after talks collapsed. UP government set up a probe panel after protests erupted in Noida, attributing the violence to “vested interests.” Iran warned a Hormuz blockade could trigger a sharp, disproportionate surge in global fuel prices. Arvind Kejriwal seeked a judge’s recusal…
Nihal Sarin (Photo by Michal Walusza) NEW DELHI: Last February, Nihal Sarin was busy playing a game of online chess in TakeTakeTake’s Titled Tuesday event. His opponent was Armenian player Emin Ohanyan. In a tense endgame, Nihal outwitted his counterpart. With the game played on a computer rather than over the board, a gentleman’s handshake…
Hollywood icon Nicole Kidman is embarking on a profound career shift, training to become a death doula. This unexpected move stems from the profound grief and caregiving challenges she experienced during her mother’s final days. Kidman aims to provide impartial solace and support to those facing end-of-life transitions, filling a perceived gap in compassionate care….
NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru allrounder Tim David has been fined for “disobeying” an umpire’s instruction during his team’s IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.The incident occurred in the 18th over of RCB’s innings when David launched Hardik Pandya for a towering six over deep mid-wicket. The sheer force…
NEW DELHI: The Times Internet Half Marathon has steadily emerged as one of the capital’s prominent fitness events, bringing together thousands of participants from across the country. More than just a race, it serves as a platform promoting health, endurance, and community spirit. With over 17,000 runners taking to the streets of Delhi this year,…