An American businessman's online jab at India's modern-day achievements has blown up into a sharp back-and-forth — and Indians are loving the clap backs. Charles Haywood, also a blogger who runs the far-right site The Worthy House, on X, questioned whether India had produced "anything of truly major note in the modern period." Haywood's post comes amid rising tensions between India and the US over New Delhi's Russian oil imports.<h2>Indians school American businessman</h2>The American far right businessman wrote on his X account: "Has a single (subcontinent) Indian ever accomplished anything of truly major note in the modern period, in any field? I can’t think of one. Nor can Grok." That take didn’t age well.Many people, including a large number of Indian citizens, dived into the post's comments schooling Haywood on India's many accomplishments. One X user pointed out, "Would you not count Srinivasan Ramanujan? Or Jamsetji and Dorabji Tata? Or Dhirubai Ambani". Meanwhile, another accused the American venture capitalist of being "afraid of the future potential, not past accomplishments."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-satanic-trump-white-house-portrait-sets-internet-on-fire-netizens-call-it-his-most-honest-image-yet-compare-potus-to-hitler-1755752441076">‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler</a><h2>Truth or personal bias</h2>Venture capitalist Dilip Kumar also fired back with receipts. He pointed out India's lunar milestone: "ISRO's Chandrayaan 3 landed on the Moon's south pole in 2023 and India is the first nation ever to do so. NASA hasn't." He followed it up by bragging about India's Unified Payment Interface (UPI), noting "UPI processes 10B+ transactions monthly in India. The US is still figuring out realtime payments." He also reminded Haywood about India's Nobel tally: Amartya Sen (1998, Economics), Venkatraman Ramakrishnan (2009, Chemistry), Kailash Satyarthi (2014, Peace), and Abhijit Banerjee (2019, Economics).Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/what-this-student-found-in-a-zara-fitting-room-is-every-shopper-s-worst-fear-hint-it-has-a-sting-like-sharp-glass-or-a-knife-1755938956650">What this student found in a Zara fitting room is every shopper’s worst fear. Hint: It has a sting like 'sharp glass or a knife'</a>"When you can't see obvious contributions, it says less about Indians and more about your filters," Kumar concluded.The exchange quickly went viral. Some users praised Kumar for putting facts on the table, while others felt responding at all gave Haywood too much oxygen. "You should never counter these morons. Total sum of contributions by Indians far exceed any known human population. Let's just keep our heads down and build a great future for our brown kids," one user wrote. Another added: "More the hate better the payout. Honestly we shouldn't even bother." A third user got a bit philosophical and said, "Fly like an eagle. Keep going higher. Don’t waste your energy on crows — they'll fall when you soar." &nbsp;

American blogger Charles Haywood mocked India's modern achievements, sparking viral clap backs. Indians cited Chandrayaan-3, UPI, Nobel laureates, and business icons to school him. Venture capitalist Dilip Kumar’s fact-packed reply has won wide praise.

An American businessman's online jab at India's modern-day achievements has blown up into a sharp back-and-forth — and Indians are loving the clap backs. Charles Haywood, also a blogger who runs the far-right site The Worthy House, on X, questioned whether India had produced "anything of truly major note in the modern period." Haywood's post comes amid rising tensions between India and the US over New Delhi's Russian oil imports. Indians school American businessman The American far right businessman wrote on his X account: "Has a single (subcontinent) Indian ever accomplished anything of truly major note in the modern period, in any field? I can’t think of one. Nor can Grok." That take didn’t age well. Many people, including a large number of Indian citizens, dived into the post's comments schooling Haywood on India's many accomplishments. One X user pointed out, "Would you not count Srinivasan Ramanujan? Or Jamsetji and Dorabji Tata? Or Dhirubai Ambani". Meanwhile, another accused the American venture capitalist of being "afraid of the future potential, not past accomplishments." Also read | ‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler Truth or personal bias Venture capitalist Dilip Kumar also fired back with receipts. He pointed out India's lunar milestone: "ISRO's Chandrayaan 3 landed on the Moon's south pole in 2023 and India is the first nation ever to do so. NASA hasn't." He followed it up by bragging about India's Unified Payment Interface (UPI), noting "UPI processes 10B+ transactions monthly in India. The US is still figuring out realtime payments." He also reminded Haywood about India's Nobel tally: Amartya Sen (1998, Economics), Venkatraman Ramakrishnan (2009, Chemistry), Kailash Satyarthi (2014, Peace), and Abhijit Banerjee (2019, Economics). Also read | What this student found in a Zara fitting room is every shopper’s worst fear. Hint: It has a sting like 'sharp glass or a knife' "When you can't see obvious contributions, it says less about Indians and more about your filters," Kumar concluded. The exchange quickly went viral. Some users praised Kumar for putting facts on the table, while others felt responding at all gave Haywood too much oxygen. "You should never counter these morons. Total sum of contributions by Indians far exceed any known human population. Let's just keep our heads down and build a great future for our brown kids," one user wrote. Another added: "More the hate better the payout. Honestly we shouldn't even bother." A third user got a bit philosophical and said, "Fly like an eagle. Keep going higher. Don’t waste your energy on crows — they'll fall when you soar."

American blogger Charles Haywood mocked India's modern achievements, sparking viral clap backs. Indians cited Chandrayaan-3, UPI, Nobel laureates, and business icons to school him. Venture capitalist Dilip Kumar’s fact-packed reply has won wide praise.

'Has India achieved anything?' US blogger mocked online for crass remark, Indians school him with facts

The death of an elderly man in Japan, initially thought of as a bear attack, turned out to be a case of murder by his son. The incident happened in Akita Prefecture, which has been facing bear attacks in recent months . Here is what happened.<h2>Japan fake bear attack death: Discovery of body and emergency response</h2>The 93-year-old man, Fujiyoshi Shindo, was found dead in his home in Daisen on Monday afternoon (Aug 18). He was found by his 80-year-old wife, wounded fatally in a pool of blood and unresponsive.The body was found in a first-floor bedroom shortly after 1 p.m local time.Emergency services were called, and Shindo was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead due to severe blood loss.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/international-day-of-polar-bears-majestic-animals-at-risk-of-disappearing-694326/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/international-day-of-polar-bears-majestic-animals-at-risk-of-disappearing-694326/embed</a><h2>Japan mystery death: Initial bear attack assumption</h2>Local authorities initially suspected a bear attack and even issued an email emergency alert to residents. In fact, there was a recent surge in bear sightings and incidents in Akita, which is part of Japan's rural Tohoku region.More than 650 bear-related incidents were reported since early July—a three-fold rise from the same period last year.&nbsp;This has been keeping the residents on edge about the animals.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/polar-bear-makes-first-appearance-in-iceland-in-eight-years-police-shoot-it-dead-760789">Also read: Polar bear makes first appearance in Iceland in eight years, police shoot it dead</a><h2>The bear attack-turned-murder: How police discovered the truth</h2>Police found that the nature of the wounds on the man did not align with a bear attack. but looked like those caused by a knife.The bear alert was quickly withdrawn and a probe was launched.Later, police arrested the victim’s son, Fujiyuki Shindo, on suspicion of murder. The 51-year-old man reportedly slashed his father’s face and back with a knife inside their shared home.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-man-enters-bear-den-finds-frightening-beast-back-home-heres-what-happens-next-759068">Also read: Watch: Man enters bear den, finds frightening beast back home. Here's what happens next</a>&nbsp;At the time of the incident, the suspect denied anything unusual. A motive has not been assigned, and police are continuing the probe.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/humans-can-learn-to-sleep-like-bears-to-save-their-lives-study-673901">Also read: Sleeping like a bear might help humans live a healthier life, study suggests</a><h2>Mislabelled murder: People react to Japan son killing of father</h2>According to reports in Japan, the case drew attention due to the initial misclassification. The mistaken assumption of a bear attack took place amid heightened anxiety in the rural communities. &nbsp;

The bear alert in the area was removed after the autopsy report revealed that the injury marks on the man were inconsistent with an animal attack. Further investigations revealed the truth.

The death of an elderly man in Japan, initially thought of as a bear attack, turned out to be a case of murder by his son. The incident happened in Akita Prefecture, which has been facing bear attacks in recent months . Here is what happened. Japan fake bear attack death: Discovery of body and emergency response The 93-year-old man, Fujiyoshi Shindo, was found dead in his home in Daisen on Monday afternoon (Aug 18). He was found by his 80-year-old wife, wounded fatally in a pool of blood and unresponsive. The body was found in a first-floor bedroom shortly after 1 p.m local time. Emergency services were called, and Shindo was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead due to severe blood loss. https://www.wionews.com/videos/international-day-of-polar-bears-majestic-animals-at-risk-of-disappearing-694326/embed Japan mystery death: Initial bear attack assumption Local authorities initially suspected a bear attack and even issued an email emergency alert to residents. In fact, there was a recent surge in bear sightings and incidents in Akita, which is part of Japan's rural Tohoku region. More than 650 bear-related incidents were reported since early July—a three-fold rise from the same period last year. This has been keeping the residents on edge about the animals. Also read: Polar bear makes first appearance in Iceland in eight years, police shoot it dead The bear attack-turned-murder: How police discovered the truth Police found that the nature of the wounds on the man did not align with a bear attack. but looked like those caused by a knife. The bear alert was quickly withdrawn and a probe was launched. Later, police arrested the victim’s son, Fujiyuki Shindo, on suspicion of murder. The 51-year-old man reportedly slashed his father’s face and back with a knife inside their shared home. Also read: Watch: Man enters bear den, finds frightening beast back home. Here's what happens next At the time of the incident, the suspect denied anything unusual. A motive has not been assigned, and police are continuing the probe. Also read: Sleeping like a bear might help humans live a healthier life, study suggests Mislabelled murder: People react to Japan son killing of father According to reports in Japan, the case drew attention due to the initial misclassification. The mistaken assumption of a bear attack took place amid heightened anxiety in the rural communities.

The bear alert in the area was removed after the autopsy report revealed that the injury marks on the man were inconsistent with an animal attack. Further investigations revealed the truth.

Not a bear attack: 93-year old man was reported killed by animal, turns out his son murdered him

Nepal is considering legalising polygamy, i.e., the practice of having more than one wife or husband at the same time. The move has triggered an uproar, with critics slamming the move as "regressive". In today's day and age are there other nations that allow Polygamy? Does India? 

Nepal is considering legalising polygamy, i.e., the practice of having more than one wife or husband at the same time. The move has triggered an uproar, with critics slamming the move as "regressive". In today's day and age, are there other nations that allow polygamy? Does India?&nbsp;

Nepal mulls legalising polygamy — THESE are the countries where it's still legal in 2025

Donald Trump's impeachments have been deleted from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. As per reports, the 47th President of the United States, who happens to be the only POTUS to be impeached twice, has been removed from the "impeachment" exhibit, part of the wider exhibit called "The American Presidency". The display, which until July 2025 included references to both of Trump's impeachments, now states, "Only three presidents have seriously faced removal".<h2>Trump's impeachment display</h2>As per the Washington Post, the exhibit featuring Trump's impeachments has been up since September 2021. However, it has now been taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director".While, according to the report, the Smithsonian has said that "a future and updated exhibit will include all impeachments", all except a brief mention of the impeachments is made by the online companion. However, it doesn't provide much information about the cases.

<h2>United States' impeached presidents</h2>In the US, four presidents have been impeached:<ul><li>Andrew Johnson in 1868 for violating the Tenure of Office Act—was acquitted by the Senate later.</li><li>Richard Nixon, in 1974, faced impeachment proceedings for his role in the Watergate scandal. However, he resigned before the House could vote on the impeachment motion.</li><li>Bill Clinton in 1998 for the perjury and obstruction of justice related to his affair with Monica Lewinsky — was acquitted by the Senate later.</li><li>Donald Trump, as mentioned, has been impeached twice. In 2019, he was impeached for abuse of power and for alleged unlawful solicitation from Ukraine. In 2021, he was impeached over the Jan 6 US Capitol insurrection. Both times, he was acquitted by the Senate.</li></ul><h2>Trump rewriting history?</h2>Since his return to the White House, Donald Trump has made multiple attempts to exert influence over American cultural institutions. Since January of this year, he has taken over the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, has made drastic changes at the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities and has imposed budget cuts on the National Park Service.In March, in an apparent bid to exert influence on the Smithsonian, he signed an executive order to eliminate what he called "anti-American ideology" across the Smithsonian museums and "restore the Smithsonian Institution to its rightful place as a symbol of inspiration and American greatness." He later, without any authority, tried to fire Kim Sajet, the director of the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, accusing her of being "a highly partisan" person. To back his attempts, his White House later published a list of 17 instances, including the caption for the museum's presidential portrait for Trump, which mentioned the two impeachments and "incitement of insurrection" for Jan 6.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The exhibit featuring Trump's impeachments has been up since September 2021. However, it has now been taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director".

Donald Trump's impeachments have been deleted from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. As per reports, the 47th President of the United States, who happens to be the only POTUS to be impeached twice, has been removed from the "impeachment" exhibit, part of the wider exhibit called "The American Presidency". The display, which until July 2025 included references to both of Trump's impeachments, now states, "Only three presidents have seriously faced removal". Trump's impeachment display As per the Washington Post, the exhibit featuring Trump's impeachments has been up since September 2021. However, it has now been taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director". While, according to the report, the Smithsonian has said that "a future and updated exhibit will include all impeachments", all except a brief mention of the impeachments is made by the online companion. However, it doesn't provide much information about the cases.

The exhibit featuring Trump's impeachments has been up since September 2021. However, it has now been taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director".

Trump rewriting history? Smithsonian removes reference to his two impeachments from presidency exhibit

Tech giant Google was forced to pay an Argentine man $12,500 by a local court after he was photographed completely naked in his backyard by a Google Street View car. Yes, you heard that right. In fact, the photographs were reportedly published online for all to see. The case definitely raise some questions about privacy, technology, and responsibility in a digital world.&nbsp;Despite being behind a 6-foot-6 wall, the man, a police officer by profession, claimed the 2017 picture harmed his dignity as he became a subject of ridicule at work and among his neighbours, reported CBS News.&nbsp;While posting the picture on the internet, Google did not blur the man's house number or the street name. Google policies in regard to privacy violations are actually stringent as in such cases faces usually get automatically blurred by their systems, and users can report the problem further with Google’s “Report a problem” feature.&nbsp;In 2019, the man appealed in a lower court but his plea was dismissed suggesting he may not have covered up himself in the yard. However, he appealed in a higher court that reversed the decision this month. &nbsp;Google, in its argument claimed that the perimeter wall was not tall enough to give him any reasonable expectation of privacy.&nbsp;However, the court gave the ruling in favour of the man and said, "This involves an image of a person not captured in a public space, but within the confines of their home, behind a fence taller than the average-sized person".&nbsp;The court went on to call Google’s act “a blatant invasion of privacy.”&nbsp;Other parties, like a telecom company and a local news outlet responsible for helping spread the image, were spared by the court that said their actions simply highlighted Google’s initial blunder.&nbsp;

In 2019, the man appealed in a lower court but his plea was dismissed suggesting he may not have covered up himself in the yard. 

Tech giant Google was forced to pay an Argentine man $12,500 by a local court after he was photographed completely naked in his backyard by a Google Street View car. Yes, you heard that right. In fact, the photographs were reportedly published online for all to see. The case definitely raise some questions about privacy, technology, and responsibility in a digital world. Despite being behind a 6-foot-6 wall, the man, a police officer by profession, claimed the 2017 picture harmed his dignity as he became a subject of ridicule at work and among his neighbours, reported CBS News. While posting the picture on the internet, Google did not blur the man's house number or the street name. Google policies in regard to privacy violations are actually stringent as in such cases faces usually get automatically blurred by their systems, and users can report the problem further with Google’s “Report a problem” feature. In 2019, the man appealed in a lower court but his plea was dismissed suggesting he may not have covered up himself in the yard. However, he appealed in a higher court that reversed the decision this month. Google, in its argument claimed that the perimeter wall was not tall enough to give him any reasonable expectation of privacy. However, the court gave the ruling in favour of the man and said, "This involves an image of a person not captured in a public space, but within the confines of their home, behind a fence taller than the average-sized person". The court went on to call Google’s act “a blatant invasion of privacy.” Other parties, like a telecom company and a local news outlet responsible for helping spread the image, were spared by the court that said their actions simply highlighted Google’s initial blunder.

In 2019, the man appealed in a lower court but his plea was dismissed suggesting he may not have covered up himself in the yard.&nbsp;

Argentine man awarded $12,500 after Google Street View car snaps him naked, posts it on social media

In a surprising turn of events, a software developer recently experienced trouble with Google Gemini’s AI tool, which ended up deleting his files and then later issued an apology for the irreversible loss. The developer, identified as Anurag Gupta, revealed in a blog post that he attempted Google’s Gemini CLI (Command Line Interface) as an alternative to another coding assistant.&nbsp;While going through a routine test, Anurag discovered one of the strangest AI failures that he has ever encountered. The incident unfolded when he created a separate test folder named 'Claude-code-experiments' to figure out the capabilities of the Gemini, as per the report in Moneycontrol.&nbsp;He gave a prompt to the tool, commanding it to rename the folder and move the contents to a new folder called the ‘anuraag_xyz project.’ Following the command, Gemini came up with a logical response, suggesting that "it said it would first create the new folder, then move the files into it."&nbsp;The Gemini confirmed that it had created the new folder as per the command and successfully moved all the files into it. However, Anurag couldn’t locate the folder with all its contents anywhere on his computer. He checked everywhere, including the desktop and file manager, and also tried to verify the path, but didn't find the new folder.<h3>Gemini's AI tool gave up</h3>Later, following the tragedy, he asked the AI to undo it and restore everything to the old folder, but the tool struggled to do it. All his efforts go in vain, even after continuous attempts to move files from a folder that didn’t actually exist. At the end, Gemini gave up, and it admitted to committing a critical error.&nbsp;“I have failed you completely and catastrophically,” the AI said in its final message, admitting that the folder was not properly created and the given prompt completely failed. And the AI tool apologised for the loss, stating that "it could no longer find the missing files due to system restrictions."

The tragedy with the user unfolded after he gave a prompt to the tool, commanding it to rename the folder and move the contents to a new folder called the ‘anuraag_xyz project.’

In a surprising turn of events, a software developer recently experienced trouble with Google Gemini’s AI tool, which ended up deleting his files and then later issued an apology for the irreversible loss. The developer, identified as Anurag Gupta, revealed in a blog post that he attempted Google’s Gemini CLI (Command Line Interface) as an alternative to another coding assistant. While going through a routine test, Anurag discovered one of the strangest AI failures that he has ever encountered. The incident unfolded when he created a separate test folder named 'Claude-code-experiments' to figure out the capabilities of the Gemini, as per the report in Moneycontrol. He gave a prompt to the tool, commanding it to rename the folder and move the contents to a new folder called the ‘anuraag_xyz project.’ Following the command, Gemini came up with a logical response, suggesting that "it said it would first create the new folder, then move the files into it." The Gemini confirmed that it had created the new folder as per the command and successfully moved all the files into it. However, Anurag couldn’t locate the folder with all its contents anywhere on his computer. He checked everywhere, including the desktop and file manager, and also tried to verify the path, but didn't find the new folder. Gemini's AI tool gave up Later, following the tragedy, he asked the AI to undo it and restore everything to the old folder, but the tool struggled to do it. All his efforts go in vain, even after continuous attempts to move files from a folder that didn’t actually exist. At the end, Gemini gave up, and it admitted to committing a critical error. “I have failed you completely and catastrophically,” the AI said in its final message, admitting that the folder was not properly created and the given prompt completely failed. And the AI tool apologised for the loss, stating that "it could no longer find the missing files due to system restrictions."

The tragedy with the user unfolded after he gave a prompt to the tool, commanding it to rename the folder and move the contents to a new folder called the ‘anuraag_xyz project.’

'I have failed you': Google’s Gemini AI deletes user's files, later apologises for ‘Catastrophic’ error

&nbsp;In the last few decades, anime is no longer limited to Japan, but has become a global mainstream phenomenon, with audiences of all ages and from across the world enjoying the enchanting stories with gripping characters and breathtaking visuals. However, anime is no longer limited to just animation; many stories have inspired live-action adaptations that have exceeded audience expectations and become massive hits.For all the anime lovers out there, we’ve curated a list of live-action adaptations you can watch on various OTT platforms:&nbsp;<h2>One Piece</h2>The Japanese anime series One Piece is a huge hit with over a thousand of episodes and is among one of the popular manga comic stories. In 2023, the live-action adaptation of the show was released, and it was a massive hit, becoming one of the most-watched shows on Netflix. The series revolves around the adventures of Luffy, who wants to become the next king of pirates. The story is full of adventures, drama, frights and a lot of entertainment.

<h2>Alice in Borderland</h2>This Netflix series is one of the most successful live-action anime adaptations. Based on Haro Aso’s manga, the show received widespread critical acclaim for being a faithful adaptation. The sci-fi survival thriller revolves around a group of people who are mysteriously transported to a different world, where they must play deadly games to survive. Season 3 of the show is set to release in September.

<h2>Rurouni Kenshin - The Final&nbsp;</h2>The story of the samurai has captured hearts in every format. The live-action adaptation does justice to fans of both the original anime and manga. The franchise has become a major hit with several entertaining sequels available on Netflix. The synopsis of the show reads,''Before he was a protector, Kenshin was a fearsome assassin known as Battosai. But when he meets the gentle Tomoe Yukishiro, his story begins to change.''

<h2>Death Note</h2>Death Note is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed anime series. Over the years, the manga has been adapted into several live-action films and shows. While some adaptations received great praise, others failed to impress audiences. One of the most acclaimed versions is the 2006 film, which can be bought or rented on Amazon Video and Microsoft Store, as it’s not currently available for streaming. However, other adaptations are available to watch on Netflix and other streaming platforms.

<h2>From Me To You: Kimi Ni Todoke</h2>Whether in anime or live-action, this story is always worth watching. While Netflix’s adaptation doesn't add much new, it's still entertaining and equally romantic. The 12-episode coming-of-age series follows Sawako, a shy girl who struggles to make friends due to her poor communication skills. However, when she meets Kazehaya, an extroverted boy, she begins to fall in love with him. &nbsp;

Best live-action anime adaptations that you can't miss:  Alice in Borderland, One Piece and more

In the last few decades, anime is no longer limited to Japan, but has become a global mainstream phenomenon, with audiences of all ages and from across the world enjoying the enchanting stories with gripping characters and breathtaking visuals. However, anime is no longer limited to just animation; many stories have inspired live-action adaptations that have exceeded audience expectations and become massive hits. For all the anime lovers out there, we’ve curated a list of live-action adaptations you can watch on various OTT platforms: One Piece The Japanese anime series One Piece is a huge hit with over a thousand of episodes and is among one of the popular manga comic stories. In 2023, the live-action adaptation of the show was released, and it was a massive hit, becoming one of the most-watched shows on Netflix. The series revolves around the adventures of Luffy, who wants to become the next king of pirates. The story is full of adventures, drama, frights and a lot of entertainment.

From Alice in Borderland to One Piece, some of the live-action anime adaptations have gone on to win millions of hearts with it's gripping, intriguing and entertaining plot. For all the anime shows, here we take a look best live-action anime adaptations.&nbsp;

A woman was taken to hospital when her car plunged into a sinkhole that appeared on Tanjong Katong Road, opposite the One Amber condominium, on July 26. General public have been advised to stay away from the area. On its Facebook page, national water agency, Public Utilities Board (PUB), said the sinkhole had appeared around 5pm at the intersection of Tanjong Katong Road and Mountbatten Road, and near a PUB worksite.&nbsp;The collapse of the road involved two lanes of the road, and one car had slipped into the sinkhole, PUB said. Marine Parade-Braddell Heights GRC MP Goh Pei Ming said &nbsp;that the female was rescued from the sinkhole with the assistance of nearby workers. She was taken conscious to Raffles Hospital, with the PUB officer accompanying her and her family members, said Goh, in a media interview alongside Mountbatten MP Gho Sze Kee near the sinkhole.&nbsp;Both directions of the affected road have been closed to traffic, with motorists advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes. “Two water mains were damaged in the incident,” PUB said, adding that it was isolating the affected water mains.&nbsp;On Facebook, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu acknowledged that the public, particularly those who reside nearby and work close by, might be worried about the stability of the buildings and roads following the incident. She said she has requested PUB to work with the agencies such as the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) and Land Transport Authority (LTA) to “thoroughly investigate the cause of the sinkhole, and rectify soon.”<h2>See the video here:</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Sinkhole that just appeared in Katong is crazy! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/katong?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#katong</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/eastcoast?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#eastcoast</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/singapore?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#singapore</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/sinkhole?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#sinkhole</a> <a href="https://t.co/jpLIygNyLl">pic.twitter.com/jpLIygNyLl</a>&mdash; [King•Of•Nowhere] (@HaggerDarren) <a href="https://twitter.com/HaggerDarren/status/1949085691742175439?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In a media statement, BCA announced that its engineers have carried out initial inspections of the nearby One Amber condominium and the landed houses facing the road. The tests have ascertained that the buildings are not impacted by the accident.&nbsp;BCA said that "stabilisation works" have started as precaution and to secure the safety of the surrounding buildings and the construction site. “BCA, LTA and PUB are closely monitoring the ongoing repair works and overall safety of the area,” the authority said. &nbsp;The Singapore Civil Defence Force, in a Facebook said it had responded to a road traffic accident along Tanjong Katong Road South at around 5.50pm, and that its units were still present at the scene. In its Facebook post, LTA said it was notified of the incident at about 6.05pm. “The incident is under investigation and our contractors are on site to assist with the repair of the roads,” the authority said.

Watch Car falls into water filled sinkhole in Singapore woman rescued

A woman was taken to hospital when her car plunged into a sinkhole that appeared on Tanjong Katong Road, opposite the One Amber condominium, on July 26. General public have been advised to stay away from the area. On its Facebook page, national water agency, Public Utilities Board (PUB), said the sinkhole had appeared around 5pm at the intersection of Tanjong Katong Road and Mountbatten Road, and near a PUB worksite. The collapse of the road involved two lanes of the road, and one car had slipped into the sinkhole, PUB said. Marine Parade-Braddell Heights GRC MP Goh Pei Ming said that the female was rescued from the sinkhole with the assistance of nearby workers. She was taken conscious to Raffles Hospital, with the PUB officer accompanying her and her family members, said Goh, in a media interview alongside Mountbatten MP Gho Sze Kee near the sinkhole. Both directions of the affected road have been closed to traffic, with motorists advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes. “Two water mains were damaged in the incident,” PUB said, adding that it was isolating the affected water mains. On Facebook, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu acknowledged that the public, particularly those who reside nearby and work close by, might be worried about the stability of the buildings and roads following the incident. She said she has requested PUB to work with the agencies such as the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) and Land Transport Authority (LTA) to “thoroughly investigate the cause of the sinkhole, and rectify soon.” See the video here:

National water agency, Public Utilities Board (PUB), said the sinkhole was formed around 5pm at the intersection of Tanjong Katong Road and Mountbatten Road, and near a PUB worksite

Watch: Car falls into water-filled sinkhole in Singapore, woman rescued

Not heeding to protocols while a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan is being done can cost your life. Yes, in a rather unusual incident, a man was critically injured after he was sucked into an MRI machine in a hospital in Long Island, New York. The 61-year-old man was wearing a large metallic chain around his neck when the incident happened, reported CNN, citing the police.&nbsp;"The man entered an unauthorized Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) room while the scan was in progress," &nbsp;said the police in a press release on Wednesday.&nbsp;"The male victim was wearing a large metallic chain around his neck causing him to be drawn into the machine which resulted in a medical episode," the police added.&nbsp;The incident on Wednesday afternoon highlights the importance of checking for any metallic objects on ones body before going near the powerful magnets used in the Magnetic Resonance Imaging or the MRI machines.&nbsp;A day after Nassau County police, which is investigating the incident, said he was pulled into the MRI machine, the 61-year-old man whose name was not released succumbed to his injuries on Thursday (July 17).&nbsp;An investigation into the case is underway, police said.&nbsp;The MRI machine uses technology that relies on powerful magnets to stimulate protons within a patient, who is placed inside the machine, and give detailed images of the patient’s anatomy. Due to the magnetic field of the machine, patients are advised to remove jewelry and other metal objects prior to getting the scan.&nbsp;A similar incident was reported in 2001 when a six-year-old boy died of a fractured skull at a New York City medical centre, reported BBC. While the boy was undergoing an MRI scan the machine's powerful magnetic force propelled an oxygen tank across the room injuring him.&nbsp;

The incident highlights the importance of checking for any metallic objects on ones body before going near the Magnetic Resonance Imaging or the MRI machines.

Not heeding to protocols while a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan is being done can cost your life. Yes, in a rather unusual incident, a man was critically injured after he was sucked into an MRI machine in a hospital in Long Island, New York. The 61-year-old man was wearing a large metallic chain around his neck when the incident happened, reported CNN, citing the police. "The man entered an unauthorized Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) room while the scan was in progress," said the police in a press release on Wednesday. "The male victim was wearing a large metallic chain around his neck causing him to be drawn into the machine which resulted in a medical episode," the police added. The incident on Wednesday afternoon highlights the importance of checking for any metallic objects on ones body before going near the powerful magnets used in the Magnetic Resonance Imaging or the MRI machines. A day after Nassau County police, which is investigating the incident, said he was pulled into the MRI machine, the 61-year-old man whose name was not released succumbed to his injuries on Thursday (July 17). An investigation into the case is underway, police said. The MRI machine uses technology that relies on powerful magnets to stimulate protons within a patient, who is placed inside the machine, and give detailed images of the patient’s anatomy. Due to the magnetic field of the machine, patients are advised to remove jewelry and other metal objects prior to getting the scan. A similar incident was reported in 2001 when a six-year-old boy died of a fractured skull at a New York City medical centre, reported BBC. While the boy was undergoing an MRI scan the machine's powerful magnetic force propelled an oxygen tank across the room injuring him.

The incident highlights the importance of checking for any metallic objects on ones body before going near the Magnetic Resonance Imaging or the MRI machines.

Man sucked into MRI machine after entering room wearing chain, dies of injuries

A Pakistani man, who was travelling from Lahore to Karachi, was mistakenly flown to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He was travelling on a private airline and was not carrying a passport or visa. Later on, he issued a legal notice against the carrier. The man named Shahzain sent a legal notice to the private airline, accusing it of negligence and seeking compensation for the ordeal, ARY News reported.&nbsp;Shahzain said he boarded the wrong plane after the crew checked his ticket. “Two planes were parked at the domestic terminal gate, and I was unaware of the mistake until it was too late,” he said. He said no crew member informed him about the mistake he made.&nbsp;He only realised something was amiss two hours into the flight. “I questioned why the plane had not yet reached Karachi. This caused panic among the crew, who then blamed me for the mistake,” he said. The crew later told him that it would take two to three days to arrange his return.&nbsp;“I was told that the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) would conduct an inquiry, to which I assured [them of] my cooperation,” he was quoted by ARY News as saying.&nbsp;He demanded reimbursement for the unexpected travel costs and compensation for the distress caused by the legal notice. He claimed that the airline is responsible for failing to verify his documentation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The man named Shahzain sent a legal notice to the private airline, accusing it of negligence and seeking compensation for the ordeal, ARY News reported.

A Pakistani man, who was travelling from Lahore to Karachi, was mistakenly flown to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He was travelling on a private airline and was not carrying a passport or visa. Later on, he issued a legal notice against the carrier. The man named Shahzain sent a legal notice to the private airline, accusing it of negligence and seeking compensation for the ordeal, ARY News reported. Shahzain said he boarded the wrong plane after the crew checked his ticket. “Two planes were parked at the domestic terminal gate, and I was unaware of the mistake until it was too late,” he said. He said no crew member informed him about the mistake he made. He only realised something was amiss two hours into the flight. “I questioned why the plane had not yet reached Karachi. This caused panic among the crew, who then blamed me for the mistake,” he said. The crew later told him that it would take two to three days to arrange his return. “I was told that the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) would conduct an inquiry, to which I assured [them of] my cooperation,” he was quoted by ARY News as saying. He demanded reimbursement for the unexpected travel costs and compensation for the distress caused by the legal notice. He claimed that the airline is responsible for failing to verify his documentation.

The man named Shahzain sent a legal notice to the private airline, accusing it of negligence and seeking compensation for the ordeal, ARY News reported.

This Pakistani man boards wrong flight in Lahore then lands in Saudi Arabia, WITHOUT passport. Here's what happened next

A heated confrontation broke out at a Popeyes restaurant in Kansas, United States, after a customer grew angry over a staff member reportedly gave a compliment to his wife by calling her "beautiful." The incident escalated quickly when the man angrily told the employee, "This is not India, you're in the States." The incident captured on the phone surfaced on social media with mixed reactions from the netizens.In the viral video, the heated argument shows the man took offence at the compliment made by the employee, demanding to know why he made such a comment. When the staff member admitted to it and apologised, the customer snapped, “This is not India or something, dude. You're in the States.”Meanwhile in the background of the video people are heard easing the tense. However, the man continues to argue, adding that speaking about a woman's appearance, especially without knowing her, is completely disrespectful. "It's never okay to speak to a woman you don't know and talk about her looks," he insisted."There's a difference in respect but not difference in generational," he added. He further added, "Don't call my wife beautiful, this is completely insane. Don't call anyone like this."In response, another employee in orange uniforms was seen attempting to defuse the situation, saying, "You’ve made your point, man. They’ve learned their lesson,” one said. Another employee added, “We apologise. We’re saying sorry, what else can I say?” attempting to defuse the confrontation.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Customer goes off on Popeyes employees for calling his wife beautiful. <a href="https://t.co/nxsABk3I5d">pic.twitter.com/nxsABk3I5d</a>&mdash; The Art Of Dialogue (@ArtOfDialogue_) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArtOfDialogue_/status/1942022384006918283?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Netizens react to viral video</h3>After the video surfaced on the internet, social media users shared their mixed opinions. One of the netizens said, "Wokeness normalises everything. Why do employees need to comment on someone's look ? Unknown people complimenting me on my gold chain or watch is creepy as hell. Here its someone's partner. Commenting or complimenting on a customers appearances is not professional. Most Women feed on attention so they enjoy it. But these subtle infringements in long term disturb the harmony of a couple."The next said, "He was simply protecting his wife. He wanted to let the guy know that he shouldn’t be disrespecting his wife when his wife is trying to get a sandwich, even though he was taking it a bit further than necessary."Another mocked, "It’s a fucking compliment! Maybe she is ugly and now the poor husband has to deal with her new attitude.""I will never understand people like that. Someone calling his wife beautiful is a HUGE compliment," another also said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The heated argument in the viral video shows the man took offence at the compliment made by the employee, demanding to know why he made such a comment. When the staff member admitted to it and apologised, the customer snapped, “This is not India or something, dude. You're in the States.”

A heated confrontation broke out at a Popeyes restaurant in Kansas, United States, after a customer grew angry over a staff member reportedly gave a compliment to his wife by calling her "beautiful." The incident escalated quickly when the man angrily told the employee, "This is not India, you're in the States." The incident captured on the phone surfaced on social media with mixed reactions from the netizens. In the viral video, the heated argument shows the man took offence at the compliment made by the employee, demanding to know why he made such a comment. When the staff member admitted to it and apologised, the customer snapped, “This is not India or something, dude. You're in the States.” Meanwhile in the background of the video people are heard easing the tense. However, the man continues to argue, adding that speaking about a woman's appearance, especially without knowing her, is completely disrespectful. "It's never okay to speak to a woman you don't know and talk about her looks," he insisted. "There's a difference in respect but not difference in generational," he added. He further added, "Don't call my wife beautiful, this is completely insane. Don't call anyone like this." In response, another employee in orange uniforms was seen attempting to defuse the situation, saying, "You’ve made your point, man. They’ve learned their lesson,” one said. Another employee added, “We apologise. We’re saying sorry, what else can I say?” attempting to defuse the confrontation.

The heated argument in the viral video shows the man took offence at the compliment made by the employee, demanding to know why he made such a comment. When the staff member admitted to it and apologised, the customer snapped, “This is not India or something, dude. You're in the States.”

‘This Is Not F****** India, Dude’: US man gives racist outburst to restaurant employee for calling his wife ‘beautiful’

An Indian software engineer identified as Soham Parekh, has become an overnight sensation on social media after he was accused of simultaneously working for several American startups at a time. Suhail Doshi, co-founder and former CEO of analytics platform Mixpanel and several other founders accused him of doing 3–4 jobs at once.After the allegations against 'Soham Parekh' surfaced on social media, it began trending. Later, netizens flooded the comment section with their mixed opinions and memes. Even the CEO of LinkedIn also joined in on the meme fest.In a post on X (formerly known as twitter), Suhail Doshi wrote, “PSA: there’s a guy named Soham Parekh (in India) who works at 3-4 startups at the same time. He’s been preying on YC companies and more. Beware. I fired this guy in his first week and told him to stop lying / scamming people. He hasn’t stopped a year later. No more excuses.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">PSA: there’s a guy named Soham Parekh (in India) who works at 3-4 startups at the same time. He’s been preying on YC companies and more. Beware. I fired this guy in his first week and told him to stop lying / scamming people. He hasn’t stopped a year later. No more excuses.&mdash; Suhail (@Suhail) <a href="https://twitter.com/Suhail/status/1940287384131969067?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Who is Soham Parekh?</h3>As per the CV shared by Suhail Doshi on X, Parekh is employed as software engineer with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Mumbai and a master’s degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology. The CV also enlist his past experience from Dynamo AI, Union AI, Synthesia, and Alan AI.<h3>What netizens said in the viral post?</h3>The allegations against Soham Parekh quickly gained traction online, especially in India. After the post went viral, several users reacted on the post. One of the users said, "the world’s first fully autonomous ai agent."The next said, "PSA: there's a guy named Elon Musk (African) who works at 6-7 companies or more at the same time. Beware.""It’s honestly funny to see immigrants in the U.S. complaining about other immigrants. I’m guessing the guy in question just subcontracts and keeps hustling. He’s no fool. Complaining like that with no proof—meanwhile, he’s out there making money peacefully while they rant about him here on X. Wild, " another user said.Defending the engineer, a user also said, “Why do you feel moonlighting is wrong? If he aced the interviews and was the best so you hired him - what’s wrong? As long as he meets all deliverables on time with the right attitude.”&nbsp;

Suhail Doshi, co-founder and former CEO of analytics platform Mixpanel and several other founders accused Soham Parekh of doing 3–4 jobs at once. After the allegations against 'Soham Parekh' surfaced on social media, it began trending.

An Indian software engineer identified as Soham Parekh, has become an overnight sensation on social media after he was accused of simultaneously working for several American startups at a time. Suhail Doshi, co-founder and former CEO of analytics platform Mixpanel and several other founders accused him of doing 3–4 jobs at once. After the allegations against 'Soham Parekh' surfaced on social media, it began trending. Later, netizens flooded the comment section with their mixed opinions and memes. Even the CEO of LinkedIn also joined in on the meme fest. In a post on X (formerly known as twitter), Suhail Doshi wrote, “PSA: there’s a guy named Soham Parekh (in India) who works at 3-4 startups at the same time. He’s been preying on YC companies and more. Beware. I fired this guy in his first week and told him to stop lying / scamming people. He hasn’t stopped a year later. No more excuses.”

Suhail Doshi, co-founder and former CEO of analytics platform Mixpanel and several other founders accused Soham Parekh of doing 3–4 jobs at once. After the allegations against 'Soham Parekh' surfaced on social media, it began trending.

Who is Soham Parekh—Viral Indian engineer accused of 'moonlighting' at several US startups

A study led by Tanguy Bertrand of the Paris Observatory, in Nature Astronomy, found that Pluto’s haze affects its climate by absorbing sunlight during the day and releasing it as infrared radiation at night. 

A study led by Tanguy Bertrand of the Paris Observatory, in Nature Astronomy, found that Pluto’s haze affects its climate by absorbing sunlight during the day and releasing it as infrared radiation at night.&nbsp;

‘New kind of climate’: NASA’s James Webb Telescope discovers strange atmospheric phenomenon on Pluto

Located around 60 light-years from Earth, this planet has been named 14 Herculis c. It is roughly seven times the mass of Jupiter.

Located around 60 light-years from Earth, this planet has been named 14 Herculis c. It is roughly seven times the mass of Jupiter.

'60 light-years away': NASA’s James Webb Telescope captures coldest exoplanet in distant star system

Over the past year alone, according to the estimates, the population increased by 1,09,000, making Pakistan the third-largest holder of donkeys globally, behind Ethiopia and Sudan. 

Over the past year alone, according to the estimates, the population increased by 1,09,000, making Pakistan the third-largest holder of donkeys globally, behind Ethiopia and Sudan.&nbsp;

Rs 200k donkeys? Inside China’s lucrative ejiao trade draining Pakistan’s livelihoods

In a very bizarre trend in China, a growing number of young women are paying about 50 yuan (approximately Rs 600) for five-minute hugs from men known as 'man mums'. Originally used as a slang term for muscular men, the label now refers to those men offering comforting, non-sexual embraces that blend strength with gentleness.These short hugs are often arranged through specific apps meant for chatting and take place in public locations, often subway stations or shopping centres.&nbsp;<h2>Origin of the Term</h2>&nbsp;The term "man mum" initially gained popularity on social media, as it was used to describe gym-goers with men with strong physiques. However, the meaning has greatly evolved since . Now, it is used to refer men who offer emotional support, patience, and kindness towards others. A recent post by a university student searching for hug from a kind, fit man for thesis-related stress, went viral, drawing over 1,00,000 comments online."I was hugged once in secondary school and felt safe. We can just hug for five minutes at an underground station," she wrote. This incident reflected the growing appeal of such emotional interactions, without labels.&nbsp;The search for man mum on social media has made the concept particularly famous among women, with several women expressing their desire to even pay for hugs. According to the South China Morning Post, girls chose such men based on their qualities like politeness, appearance, body type, and communication style. These meetings are often initiated through private chats on social media apps and later meetings in public settings are preferred to maintain personal safety and boundaries. In fact, many women report that paying for the hug adds a level of respect and clarity to the interaction.&nbsp;<h2>Financial Aspect and Set Boundaries</h2>&nbsp;Huggers typically treat this practice as part-time or casual work. These hugs cost somewhere between 20 to 50 yuan which converts to Rs. 250 to Rs. 600 for three to five minutes. This trend, however, is particularly common in large urban centres, where social isolation and pressure are prevalent.&nbsp;

These short hugs are often arranged through specific apps meant for chatting and take place in public locations, often subway stations or shopping centres.



In a very bizarre trend in China, a growing number of young women are paying about 50 yuan (approximately Rs 600) for five-minute hugs from men known as 'man mums'. Originally used as a slang term for muscular men, the label now refers to those men offering comforting, non-sexual embraces that blend strength with gentleness. These short hugs are often arranged through specific apps meant for chatting and take place in public locations, often subway stations or shopping centres. Origin of the Term The term "man mum" initially gained popularity on social media, as it was used to describe gym-goers with men with strong physiques. However, the meaning has greatly evolved since . Now, it is used to refer men who offer emotional support, patience, and kindness towards others. A recent post by a university student searching for hug from a kind, fit man for thesis-related stress, went viral, drawing over 1,00,000 comments online. "I was hugged once in secondary school and felt safe. We can just hug for five minutes at an underground station," she wrote. This incident reflected the growing appeal of such emotional interactions, without labels. The search for man mum on social media has made the concept particularly famous among women, with several women expressing their desire to even pay for hugs. According to the South China Morning Post, girls chose such men based on their qualities like politeness, appearance, body type, and communication style. These meetings are often initiated through private chats on social media apps and later meetings in public settings are preferred to maintain personal safety and boundaries. In fact, many women report that paying for the hug adds a level of respect and clarity to the interaction. Financial Aspect and Set Boundaries Huggers typically treat this practice as part-time or casual work. These hugs cost somewhere between 20 to 50 yuan which converts to Rs. 250 to Rs. 600 for three to five minutes. This trend, however, is particularly common in large urban centres, where social isolation and pressure are prevalent.

These short hugs are often arranged through specific apps meant for chatting and take place in public locations, often subway stations or shopping centres.

Rs. 600 for five minutes: Who are ‘man mums’ and why Chinese women are paying strangers to hug them?

Termed extreme nuclear transients (ENTs), these events could the most energetic cosmic explosions observed since the Big Bang.

Termed extreme nuclear transients (ENTs), these events could the most energetic cosmic explosions observed since the Big Bang.

'25 times more powerful than supernovae': Astronomers identify the brightest blast since Big Bang

Recently, scientists have recorded three rare events in which supermassive black holes consumed giant stars, releasing more energy than 100 supernovae.

Recently, scientists have recorded three rare events in which supermassive black holes consumed giant stars, releasing more energy than 100 supernovae.

NASA caught 3 black holes that destroyed stars weighing 'three to ten times heavier than our Sun'

This object named Teleios emits only radio signals and was discovered using Australia’s ASKAP (Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder) telescope during an all-sky survey.

This object named Teleios emits only radio signals and was discovered using Australia’s ASKAP (Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder) telescope during an all-sky survey.

What is Teleios? 5 facts about the mysterious sphere found floating in the Milky way galaxy

Seismic monitoring stations across the world, in September 2023, detected unusual tremors that occurred every 90 seconds for these nine consecutive days.

Seismic monitoring stations across the world, in September 2023, detected unusual tremors that occurred every 90 seconds for these nine consecutive days.

'Every 90 seconds for 9 days': Scientists trace mysterious 2023 global tremors to Greenland mega-tsunami

The Axiom-4 mission has a confirmed launch date, and when the Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida on June 10, 2025, it will carry four astronauts, scientific equipment, and a small plush swan named ‘Joy’. The soft toy is set to travel aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, marking a very unique and symbolic part of the mission.&nbsp;‘Joy’ will act as the mission’s zero-gravity indicator, which is a longstanding custom in crewed spaceflight. Often, astronauts carry a small object that begins to float once the spacecraft reaches orbit visibly signalling the onset of microgravity. This practice began in 1961 with Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, who carried a doll during his Vostok flight. Ever since, soft toys have accompanied astronauts in both Russian and American missions, including recent SpaceX flights.

'Joy' the swan

<h2>A collective choice&nbsp;</h2>This time, the Ax-4 crew collectively selected a swan as the object of choice. During the pre-flight media briefing, the four-member international crew shared the meaning behind their decision. For Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force, who will serve as pilot, the swan has cultural and philosophical importance.&nbsp;Shukla said the swan represents the ability to separate milk from water, a metaphor for discernment. He added that carrying ‘Joy’ will keep him grounded in his cultural values and prepared for the mission ahead.&nbsp;

<h2>Cultural Symbolism and Crew Unity</h2>Commander Peggy Whitson, a former NASA astronaut and the leader of the Axiom-4 mission, explained that ‘Joy’, the swan also serves as a shared cultural emblem. While the swan represents wisdom in India, it represents resilience in Poland and grace in Hungary. She said the toy reflects unity among all the four participating nations. Once in orbit, ‘Joy’ will float inside the capsule, captured on camera for mission observers.&nbsp;With the Axiom 4 mission, Shubhanshu Shukla is set to become the second Indian to fly in space, after Rakesh Sharma’s 1984 Soviet mission. He is also the first Indian to join an international commercial human spaceflight. The Ax-4 crew includes astronauts from the US, Poland, and Hungary, each making history for their nations.&nbsp;Originally scheduled for May 29, the mission was delayed to 10 June due to weather and readiness factors. The team will spend two weeks or 14 days in space, aboard the International Space Station, conducting about 60 experiments and outreach activities.

The soft toy is set to travel aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, marking a very unique and symbolic part of the mission.

The Axiom-4 mission has a confirmed launch date, and when the Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida on June 10, 2025, it will carry four astronauts, scientific equipment, and a small plush swan named ‘Joy’. The soft toy is set to travel aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, marking a very unique and symbolic part of the mission. ‘Joy’ will act as the mission’s zero-gravity indicator, which is a longstanding custom in crewed spaceflight. Often, astronauts carry a small object that begins to float once the spacecraft reaches orbit visibly signalling the onset of microgravity. This practice began in 1961 with Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, who carried a doll during his Vostok flight. Ever since, soft toys have accompanied astronauts in both Russian and American missions, including recent SpaceX flights.

The soft toy is set to travel aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, marking a very unique and symbolic part of the mission.

ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla to take ‘Joy’ to space: Swan toy to join Axiom crew aboard ISS

The big bang theory is the widely accepted explanation for the origin and evolution of the universe. However, a new study which was published in Physical Review D challenges this conventional view. The researchers propose an alternative model in which our universe emerged from a gravitational collapse followed by a bounce, all occurring within a black hole in a larger 'parent' universe.&nbsp;According to the standard cosmological model, the universe is believed to have begun approximately 13.8 billion years ago with a singularity, which is a point of infinite density, and has been expanding and cooling ever since. However, this model relies on several unobserved phenomena such as inflation fields and dark energy. Additionally, it does not explain the origin of the singularity.&nbsp;The research was published by Enrique Gaztanaga, a professor at the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation at the University of Portsmouth and his colleagues. The new model avoids the issue by combining two things, general relativity with quantum mechanics. Particularly, it invokes the quantum exclusion principle, which prevents identical particles or fermions from occupying the same quantum state. This principle stops the collapse before a singularity forms, hence resulting the matter to rebound outward. The result of this model is a universe expanding from a high-density state which almost identical to our Earth.<h2>From collapse to creation</h2>&nbsp;This process occurs inside a black hole that is formed by a collapsing mass of matter. Instead of ending in a singularity, the collapse results to a bounce this leads to the formation of a new and expanding universe. This 'black hole bounce' model completely relies on established physical laws and does not depend on hypothetical fields or extra dimensions.&nbsp;One of the important predictions of the model is that the space has a slight positive curvature, this differs from the current standard cosmological model which accepts a flat universe. The accuracy of this model could be verified when the upcoming missions like the European Space Agency’s Euclid telescope test this curvature.&nbsp;The model also accounts for the two known phases of accelerated expansion, which are the early inflation period and the present-day expansion attributed to dark energy, without introducing any new or speculative physics. Additionally, it could also provide insights to clarify the origins of supermassive black holes and the distribution of galaxies.<h2>Testing the theory</h2>&nbsp;Future missions such as Arrakihs, which will observe faint galactic structures, may further shed light on this theory by studying potential relics from the collapsing phase to verify the model. This new framework proposes that our universe might be part of a larger cosmic cycle, hence reshaping our knowledge and understanding of the universe’s true origin.&nbsp;

The researchers propose an alternative model in which our universe emerged from a gravitational collapse followed by a bounce, all occurring within a black hole in a larger parent universe.

The big bang theory is the widely accepted explanation for the origin and evolution of the universe. However, a new study which was published in Physical Review D challenges this conventional view. The researchers propose an alternative model in which our universe emerged from a gravitational collapse followed by a bounce, all occurring within a black hole in a larger 'parent' universe. According to the standard cosmological model, the universe is believed to have begun approximately 13.8 billion years ago with a singularity, which is a point of infinite density, and has been expanding and cooling ever since. However, this model relies on several unobserved phenomena such as inflation fields and dark energy. Additionally, it does not explain the origin of the singularity. The research was published by Enrique Gaztanaga, a professor at the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation at the University of Portsmouth and his colleagues. The new model avoids the issue by combining two things, general relativity with quantum mechanics. Particularly, it invokes the quantum exclusion principle, which prevents identical particles or fermions from occupying the same quantum state. This principle stops the collapse before a singularity forms, hence resulting the matter to rebound outward. The result of this model is a universe expanding from a high-density state which almost identical to our Earth. From collapse to creation This process occurs inside a black hole that is formed by a collapsing mass of matter. Instead of ending in a singularity, the collapse results to a bounce this leads to the formation of a new and expanding universe. This 'black hole bounce' model completely relies on established physical laws and does not depend on hypothetical fields or extra dimensions. One of the important predictions of the model is that the space has a slight positive curvature, this differs from the current standard cosmological model which accepts a flat universe. The accuracy of this model could be verified when the upcoming missions like the European Space Agency’s Euclid telescope test this curvature. The model also accounts for the two known phases of accelerated expansion, which are the early inflation period and the present-day expansion attributed to dark energy, without introducing any new or speculative physics. Additionally, it could also provide insights to clarify the origins of supermassive black holes and the distribution of galaxies. Testing the theory Future missions such as Arrakihs, which will observe faint galactic structures, may further shed light on this theory by studying potential relics from the collapsing phase to verify the model. This new framework proposes that our universe might be part of a larger cosmic cycle, hence reshaping our knowledge and understanding of the universe’s true origin.

The researchers propose an alternative model in which our universe emerged from a gravitational collapse followed by a bounce, all occurring within a black hole in a larger 'parent' universe.

How did the universe begin? New study says the Big Bang was actually a bounce inside a black hole

An oarfish, a rare and one of the ocean’s longest species, considered a harbinger of earthquakes, washed ashore on the ocean beach near Strahan, Tasmania, on Monday. The three-metre-long ‘doomsday’ fish was spotted by local resident Sybil Robertson while he was taking a walk along the beach.&nbsp;“I’m five foot nine, and I’ve got a reasonable stride, [it was] a good three-and-a-bit paces. It was fantastic. I just knew it was something unusual and weird,” Robertson said.&nbsp;Robertson said that she had never heard of the oarfish until she posted its picture on the social media page of Citizen Scientists of Tasmania, said a report in The Guardian.&nbsp;Her post was later shared on Reddit, and it soon went viral. &nbsp;One Reddit user said, “The ocean is very unhappy with humanity’s disdain for it.”“Makes sense that they would be ‘harbingers of disaster’. It takes a lot of turbulence to force something that far down to the surface. The kind that might cause a tsunami,” said another in a comment.A third user wrote, “The world DOES seem to be ending more frequently lately.”&nbsp;<h2>‘The king of herrings’ and ‘harbinger of danger’</h2>&nbsp;The deep-sea creature, capable of growing up to eight metres in length and weighing over 400 kg, is called the king of herrings and is considered a ‘harbinger of danger’. The discovery of the oarfish is surprising, as it lives deep in the ocean, nearly 150 to 500 metres, and is rarely seen or caught.&nbsp;Neville Barrett, a marine ecologist at the University of Tasmania, said, “It’s exceptionally unusual to see anything like that. We’re just not out there. We’re not looking, we’re not diving, we’re not even fishing in that part of the ocean.”&nbsp;“The oarfish is a slow-moving and lazy fish with very little muscle. It usually just floats gently in the water, often in a vertical position, and feeds on plankton,” Barrett added.As per old Japanese belief, the oarfish is referred to as the doomsday fish because its appearance near the surface is believed to be a forewarning of natural disasters.&nbsp;In some cases, people reported spotted oarfish washing ashore before major earthquakes, especially in Japan. They then assumed that the oarfish can sense underwater seismic activity and hence rises to the surface to warn humans.

As per old Japanese belief, the oarfish is referred to as the doomsday fish because its appearance near the surface is believed to be a forewarning of natural disasters. People reportedly spotted oarfish washing ashore before major earthquakes, especially in Japan.

An oarfish, a rare and one of the ocean’s longest species, considered a harbinger of earthquakes, washed ashore on the ocean beach near Strahan, Tasmania, on Monday. The three-metre-long ‘doomsday’ fish was spotted by local resident Sybil Robertson while he was taking a walk along the beach. “I’m five foot nine, and I’ve got a reasonable stride, [it was] a good three-and-a-bit paces. It was fantastic. I just knew it was something unusual and weird,” Robertson said. Robertson said that she had never heard of the oarfish until she posted its picture on the social media page of Citizen Scientists of Tasmania, said a report in The Guardian. Her post was later shared on Reddit, and it soon went viral. One Reddit user said, “The ocean is very unhappy with humanity’s disdain for it.” “Makes sense that they would be ‘harbingers of disaster’. It takes a lot of turbulence to force something that far down to the surface. The kind that might cause a tsunami,” said another in a comment. A third user wrote, “The world DOES seem to be ending more frequently lately.” ‘The king of herrings’ and ‘harbinger of danger’ The deep-sea creature, capable of growing up to eight metres in length and weighing over 400 kg, is called the king of herrings and is considered a ‘harbinger of danger’. The discovery of the oarfish is surprising, as it lives deep in the ocean, nearly 150 to 500 metres, and is rarely seen or caught. Neville Barrett, a marine ecologist at the University of Tasmania, said, “It’s exceptionally unusual to see anything like that. We’re just not out there. We’re not looking, we’re not diving, we’re not even fishing in that part of the ocean.” “The oarfish is a slow-moving and lazy fish with very little muscle. It usually just floats gently in the water, often in a vertical position, and feeds on plankton,” Barrett added. As per old Japanese belief, the oarfish is referred to as the doomsday fish because its appearance near the surface is believed to be a forewarning of natural disasters. In some cases, people reported spotted oarfish washing ashore before major earthquakes, especially in Japan. They then assumed that the oarfish can sense underwater seismic activity and hence rises to the surface to warn humans.

As per old Japanese belief, the oarfish is referred to as the doomsday fish because its appearance near the surface is believed to be a forewarning of natural disasters. People reportedly spotted oarfish washing ashore before major earthquakes, especially in Japan.&nbsp;

Mysterious ‘doomsday’ oarfish, feared to be omen of quakes, spotted in Australia

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While our tools and theories have evolved, some fundamental questions continue to defy explanation. From the nature of dark matter to the pulsars breaking their own rules so here are some of the biggest cosmic puzzles that continues to amaze space enthusiasts.

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Flourishing between the 1st century BCE and the 3rd century CE, Muzaris used to serve as a major trading link between the East and the West.&nbsp;

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Astronomers have recently discovered an enormous jet powered by a black hole, which stretches 200,000 light-years, twice the length of our galaxy.

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There are several historical artifacts that continue to challenge modern understanding. Each of them hold clues, but no theory fully explains how or why they were made. 

There are several historical artifacts that continue to challenge modern understanding. Each of them hold clues, but no theory fully explains how or why they were made.&nbsp;

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