Ontario couple, who took in foster child then assaulted and starved him to death after locking him in a basement bedroom, learn fateA Canadian couple, Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney, have been sentenced to life in prison for the first-degree murder of a 12-year-old foste...
04 Jul, 2026, 09.43 AM IST
At least 3,700 excess deaths reported during heatwave in France, Belgium and NetherlandsEurope is grappling with the aftermath of a severe June heatwave, which has resulted in an estimated 3,700 excess deaths across France, the...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 2,595Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, revealed Friday that twin earthquakes on June 24 have claimed 2,595 lives. This grim update...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
- Prudent ignorance
Christopher Hitchens, in 'Hitch 22', explores the allure of blissful ignorance, admitting envy for those untouched by harsh realities. Whil...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
Did malaria, not poison, kill the Medici brothers? New DNA evidence answers a 400-year-old mysteryCenturies-old rumors of Francesco de Medici's murder have been debunked by DNA analysis. Scientists discovered that both Francesco and his ...
01 Jul, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
Psychologists explain why parents should not say ‘we cannot afford it’ to kids. Parenting lessons on how to teach money's value to kidsMany parents use the phrase "We can't afford it" to turn down their children's requests, but psychologists say it may create unnecessary an...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
Magnificent humanityPope Leo's encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas', champions human dignity amidst AI advancements, reminding us of our inherent worth beyond pro...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
Lying frozen on Mount Everest for nearly 30 years, wearing 'Green Boots', one man's body is now at the center of a risky mission undertaken by IndiaAfter nearly three decades, the identity of Everest's iconic 'Green Boots' has been confirmed as Dorje Morup, an Indian climber lost in the...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
Missouri Crime News: 10-Year-old boy likely to be first ever in state to be charged with first-degree murder after shooting death of 7-month-old girlA shocking incident in Missouri has seen a 10-year-old boy charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old baby gir...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.40 AM IST
Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to riseEurope is reeling from a devastating heatwave, with France reporting over 1,000 excess deaths, primarily among the elderly. Record temperat...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.31 AM IST
Venezuela quake death toll nears 1,500 as rescue work goes onRescue teams are desperately searching for survivors in Venezuela following devastating earthquakes that have claimed nearly 1,500 lives. F...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
K Bhagyaraj dies at 73: Legendary Tamil filmmaker, actor and writer's last Instagram post goes viralVeteran Tamil filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj, known for his relatable family dramas and sharp screenplays, has passed away at 73. His career, spann...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
Death toll reaches 16 in Kolkata godown shed collapse in Taratala areaAuthorities have arrested six individuals, and the Crime Branch is investigating the incident. The Chief Minister vowed strict action again...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.37 AM IST
What we know about the foreign victims of Venezuela's quakesVenezuela's twin earthquakes have claimed 235 lives, with foreign nationals confirmed among the deceased. Brazil reports two citizens lost,...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
After quakes, Venezuela must unblock social media access: UN expertsUN experts are urging Venezuela to immediately restore access to social media and news outlets following devastating twin earthquakes. The ...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
A top banker tried to sway Pope Leo XIV on rare earth miningLatin America's development bank chief urged Pope Leo XIV to consider responsible rare earth mineral extraction, highlighting its potential...
20 Jun, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Pope hails US-Iran deal, appeals for dialogue in UkrainePope Leo XIV welcomed a Middle East war resolution between Iran and the United States. He called it a result of dialogue and negotiation. T...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST