On a map, Ceuta barely looks like much. It’s a small patch of land on the northern coast of Africa, surrounded by Morocco on one side and the Mediterranean on the other.But its location has made it one of the most sensitive points in Europe’s migration crisis.Spain recently sent troops to Ceuta after thousands of…
Ceuta is a small autonomous Spanish city on the northern coast of Africa. For many migrants hoping to reach Europe, Ceuta offers one of the shortest routes onto EU territory. Ceuta is a small autonomous Spanish city on the northern coast of Africa. For many migrants hoping to reach Europe, Ceuta offers one of the…
Adil Hussain, an actor for 40+ years, has never chased fame. He urged stars to support indie films, citing Vijay Sethupathi and Brad Pitt. He recalled running away from home in Assam to become an actor. He once considered activism but realised acting spreads empathy. He clarified he’s not a “political actor,” just an artist….
The arrival of Sawan changes more than India’s weather. As monsoon showers breathe life into parched fields and devotees flock to Shiva temples every Monday, kitchens across the country quietly undergo a transformation of their own. Plates become simpler, spices are toned down, and many foods that are eaten year-round suddenly disappear from the menu….
The controversy surrounding the Indian hockey teams’ change in jersey colour ahead of the World Cup took a fresh turn on Friday after Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey — a veteran of 412 internationals for India — wrote to the federation’s executive board claiming that the decision was taken without his knowledge.In an email sent…
Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasreen (ANI) NEW DELHI: Exiled Bangladeshi writer and activist Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata on Friday, marking her first public visit to the city in nearly two decades after being forced to leave amid protests over her memoir “Dwikhandito”.Describing her return as an emotional homecoming, Nasreen said coming back to Kolkata felt…
UPESSC has released the UP TGT DV Admit Card 2026 for shortlisted candidates under the TGT Recruitment 2022, with document verification scheduled for August 10. UP TGT DV admit card 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has released the UP TGT Document Verification (DV) admit card 2026 for candidates shortlisted under…
Yung Filly found not guilty on sexual assault charges. (Image credits: Instagram) TRIGGER WARNING: This article includes references to sexual abuse and rape. British rapper and social media personality Yung Filly has been acquitted of allegations of choking and raping a young fan after a September 2024 concert in Perth. The 30-year-old faced an eight-day…
Choosing a preschool is one of the first major decisions parents make for their child, and the experience can feel overwhelming. During a school tour, it is easy to be impressed by colourful classrooms, attractive infrastructure, smart boards and well-designed activity areas. While these features certainly contribute to the overall environment, they do not always…
A view of Hanoi showing the Red River, with a bridge spanning the river and densely populated neighborhoods lining its banks Vietnam’s capital Hanoi is undergoing one of its biggest urban redevelopment drives, with authorities spending $2.4 billion in the first half of 2026 to clear land for nearly 1,500 projects as part of a…
Image credit: A Current Affair Residents of a Sydney suburb are trying to solve an unusual mystery after an unidentified man allegedly spent the past two years scattering birdseed on local streets in the middle of the night, attracting large flocks of native birds and leaving neighbours to deal with noise, bird droppings and property…
Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 9 Live: Friday promises to be one of India’s busiest and most significant days at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, with medal opportunities spread across athletics, boxing, judo, cycling and bowls. The spotlight will firmly be on Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, who returns for the men’s javelin throw final after…
From RTI activist to CJP spokesperson: How Saurav Das rose from journalism to political spotlight Saurav Das, a New Delhi-based independent investigative journalist, is the Chief Spokesperson of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a youth-led movement that has gained attention through protests and public debates around examination security, administrative accountability and employment concerns.Before joining CJP,…
The Oscar-winning actor believes genuine self-love is reflected through disciplined choices that protect your future, not just your present comfort.Image credit (Instagram) Will Smith has always been someone who speaks from a place of lived experience rather than borrowed wisdom. The man who built one of the most remarkable careers in entertainment history, from a…
Etihad, Air Arabia cancel Bahrain and Kuwait flights In a recent update, travellers flying between the UAE and parts of the Gulf are facing major disruptions. As per Gulf New report, Etihad Airways and Air Arabia have announced the cancellation of select flights to Bahrain and Kuwait distrupting plans of passengers. The main reason behind…
Japanese soldiers participating in an exercise. (iMage credit: JGSDF) Japan has formally launched the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), this is a watershed moment in the island nation’s post-World War-II security architecture. For, the last eight decades, Tokyo’s intelligence system was made up of different fragments, with the Cabinet Intelligence and Research Office (CIRO) struggling to…
A lone hiker suffering from heat exhaustion on a steep forest trail in the Adirondack Mountains. New York Forest Rangers responded to a string of emergencies across the Adirondack backcountry in June. Most of these rescues were cases of dehydrated hikers during the hot weather.The rescues took place in Essex, Hamilton and Washington counties between…
International students are Trump’s next $100,000 visa fee target The Trump administration is weighing a $100,000 fee on Optional Practical Training (OPT), the work permit that allows international students to stay in the United States after graduating from an American university, according to The Wall Street Journal. The proposal comes weeks after a federal court…
Sophia Laforteza drew mixed reactions after vacation photos emerged shortly after she missed KATSEYE’s festival performance due to illness.Image credit (Instagram) Sophia Laforteza, a member of the girl group KATSEYE, faced significant online backlash after missing the group’s performance at the Hinterland Music Festival while citing illness, only to have vacation photographs surface showing her…
NEW DELHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday stepped up the Opposition’s attack on the Centre, alleging that the government had gone back on its assurance not to act against students after they withdrew their July 20 ‘Sansad Chalo’ protest.Accusing the government of pursuing a ‘vendetta’ by filing FIRs and detaining students, Kharge demanded that…
