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Indian-origin 10-year-old boy Krish Arora scores higher than Hawking, Einstein in IQ test

A 10-year-old Indian-origin British boy, Krish Arora, recently stumped the world after he achieved an IQ score of 162 in a test, outranking geniuses like Stephen Hawking and Albert Einstein.

Demonstrators launch fireworks at police in Georgia as protests enter fourth day

Protesters and police clashed in Georgia's capital on Monday (Dec 2) as resistance to the government's decision to suspend the European Union (EU) membership talks continues to intensify.

World Chess Championship: India's Dommaraju And Holder Ding Liren Play Out Another Draw

India's Dommaraju held defending Champion Ding Liren Legend to a draw with black pieces in game six of the world championship. This was the third straight stalemate between the two players leaving them on three points each. Watch to know more!

BGT 2024/25: All not well in Australian camp? Travis Head reacts to Josh Hazlewood's comments

After Australia's 295-run loss versus India in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy opening Test in Perth, pacer Josh Hazlewood's comments made heads turn in the post-match presser.

US customs data reveals sharp rise in Indians illegally crossing into US via Canada border: Report

The Northern Land border of the US, the land crossing with Canada, saw a sharp increase in illegal crossings by Indian nationals this year, according to official data from US Customs and Border Patrol (USCBP).

Elton John confirms he's blind: Singer lost his sight due to severe infection

In a shocking update, Elton John, one of the most celebrated artists of our time, confirmed he’s lost his eyesight due to a severe infection. Shocking his fans and peers, British music legend Elton John confirmed that complications from a severe infection have resulted in his sight loss.

Filmfare OTT Awards 2024: Kareena Kapoor wins Best Actress, Diljit Dosanjh wins Best Actor

It was a glam night in Mumbai as the Filmfare OTT Awards took place on December 1with winners being declared in 39 categories. Actors, actresses, directors and showrunners along with the technical crew of OTT shows and films attended the awards night.

Cyclone Fengal: Puducherry Experiences Highest Rainfall In 30 Years

At least three people died wide and Rain related incidents as Cyclone Fengal passed through South India. The Cyclone hit the Indian Mainland between North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry late on Saturday. Watch to Know more details!

Wine Production Falls Amid Climate Crisis

In A Year Where Extreme Weather Events Have Become More Common...the Global Wine Industry Is Facing Its Worst Setback In Decades. Due To Ongoing Climate Challenges... Global Wine Production Is Set To Fall To Its Lowest Levels Since 1961. This Decline Is Not Just A Matter For Wine Producers, But For Wine Lovers Too.

Businesses In Delhi Pay The Price Of Pollution

Delhi's air pollution crisis has reached alarming levels, with air quality consistently falling into the "very poor" and "severe" categories. The ongoing environmental disaster has triggered the implementation of the graded response action plan or grap-4, which enforces stringent restrictions to mitigate the pollution. These measures include curbs on commercial vehicle movement, halting construction activities, and reducing outdoor events.

Plastic Pollution Talks Hit Roadblock; Talks Fail Over Production Costs

Negotiations on plastic pollution have stalled as talks failed to reach an agreement on production costs. The impasse highlights challenges in addressing global plastic waste through international cooperation.

'Bora' Sweeps Across Greece, Floods Homes & Streets

A storm sweeping through Greece has killed two people on the island of Lemnos and damaged roads and buildings. The storm Bora which arrived in Greece on Saturday is forecast to bring heavy snowfall to the north and Northwest until Tuesday. Watch in for more details!

Emergency Declaration Issued In Pennsylvania Amid Heavy Snow And Freezing Temperatures

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed a disaster emergency proclamation as the state received its first big snowfall of the season.

Cyclone Fengal: Torrential Rains Across Tamil Nadu Cause Widespread Destruction

Cyclone 'Fengal' makes landfall: Cyclone 'Fengal' claims three lives in Chennai. Puducherry Experiences Highest Rainfall In 30 Years. Watch to Know more details!

UK pledges $24 million in Gaza aid, urges Israel to 'ensure unimpeded access'

Britain has announced an additional £19 million ($24 mn) in humanitarian support for Gaza. International Development Minister Anneliese Dodds revealed the funding on Monday (Dec 2).

Social Democrats set to win Romania vote, but far right makes big gains

Romania's ruling Social Democrats (PSD) were set to win Sunday's parliamentary elections while the far right secured big gains, partial results showed, deepening uncertainty in the NATO country rocked by political chaos.

India: Days after 'reuniting' with family in Ghaziabad, missing son's claim under scanner

Uttarakhand Police is looking into the suspicious claims of a man who was "reunited" with two separate families -- one in Ghaziabad and another in Dehradun -- within a span of five months after he claimed that he was their long-lost son who had been a victim of trafficking.

Ajinkya Rahane, not Venkatesh Iyer, leads race to captain KKR in IPL 2025 – Report

In a stunning turn of events, Ajinkya Rahane is reportedly leading the race to captain Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025. After he went unsold in the first draft in the recently concluded IPL 2025 mega auction, KKR bought Rahane late on day two at his base price of INR 1.

Syria Civil War: Russia, Syria Bomb Rebels After Surprise Incursion in Aleppo

Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, a hardline Islamist organization, attacked several towns in Aleppo province in what was the group's biggest military offensive against Syrian government forces since 2020. Bombing strikes were launched by Syrian and Russian jets in retaliation. Hezbollah and Israel agreed to a truce at the same time as this attack.