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In 1835, Maryland built a curved railway bridge from 63,000 tons of granite - critics thought it would collapse, but trains still cross it todayThe Thomas Viaduct, completed in 1835, stands as a testament to innovation in American railway engineering. Built with 63,000 tons of grani...
India-EU FTA likely to rollout in mid-2027, PM Modi to travel to Brussels for official signing in December: Top EU lawmakerThe European Parliament anticipates that the India-EU Free Trade Agreement will be signed by mid-December 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Mod...
In 1905, Minnesota opened a transporter bridge with a suspended gondola; the platform carried people, streetcars, and vehicles across Duluth’s harbor canalIn February 1905, the Duluth Aerial Ferry Bridge debuted to facilitate travel over a challenging sandbar. This innovative structure enabled...
New Jersey planted more than 26,000 bushels of recycled oyster and clam shells across 8 acres; the total was double the amount initially plannedNew Jersey has launched a remarkable shell recycling initiative aimed at revitalizing oyster reefs in the Mullica River estuary. This commu...
British PM Burnham commits to 'strongest possible' links with India in Diwali addressDuring his first Diwali as Prime Minister, Andy Burnham expressed his commitment to strengthen UK-India relations. The celebration at 10 Do...
A 127-room castle, a hotel and weddings until 2028: What the $72 million Oheka Castle deal that featured in Taylor Swift's Blank Space includesOheka Castle, the 127-room Long Island estate featured in Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space” video, has sold for $72 million at auction. Seven bi...
Spain train crash disrupts Madrid-Andalusia and two other routes; what tourists need to knowFollowing a collision between Renfe and Iryo trains, rail services between Madrid and southern Spain are disrupted. Passengers travelling t...
In the mid-1980s, retired GM worker Dmytro Szylak began decorating two Detroit garages; nearly 30 years later, his backyard was drawing thousands of visitors a yearHamtramck Disneyland is a vibrant outdoor art installation designed by Dmytro Szylak in Hamtramck, Michigan. This ambitious project sproute...
Meta, Snap head to trial in another case about social media's harmsJury selection is expected to begin on Wednesday in Los Angeles for another landmark trial about the alleged harms of social media on young...
India, Azerbaijan move to reset ties, boost energy investments and connectivityDelhi and Baku are currently taking steps to improve bilateral relations through enhanced economic cooperation and connectivity initiatives...
Brigade Enterprises signs Hyatt Hotels to manage two hotels in BengaluruBrigade Enterprises Ltd has forged a partnership with Hyatt Hotels Corporation to launch two new hotels in Bengaluru, including the Hyatt R...
Kota: JEE aspirant found hanging in PG room; another student's death triggers allegations of negligenceTwo separate incidents involving student deaths in Kota have raised significant concerns about health and safety. A 16-year-old student fro...
Europe protests spread to Rome’s Colosseum as demonstrators try to force entryItaly protests intensified as demonstrators sought to enter the Colosseum amid heightened security measures across public areas. Thousands ...
No swaying coconut palms, only towering rocky cliffs: Anand Mahindra is charmed by this Visakhapatnam beach. ‘I find this kind of raw beauty compelling.’Anand Mahindra has reignited his 'Sunday Wanderer' series by highlighting the stunning Gangavaram Beach located near Visakhapatnam. He prom...
3 am walks, clean public toilets, freedom to dress: Indian woman shares 6 culture shocks in SingaporeDuring Yukta's trip to Singapore, she was captivated by the vibrant culture and the inviting atmosphere of the city. Her nighttime strolls ...
Mona Lisa off limits as Paris shuts museums over protest fearsTourists in Paris encountered unexpected closures of museums and art venues due to safety measures. Many cultural institutions shut down af...
New York to end 150-year-old horse-carriage tradition by 2028 after Indian tourist’s deathNew York City has voted to ban horse-drawn carriages in Central Park starting June 1, 2028. This decision follows increased concerns over a...