A drug that has been sitting in medicine cabinets for over 70 years may have a surprising second act! A 70-year-old blood pressure drug, hydralazine, has revealed its molecular mechanism for fighting aggressive brain tumors. Scientists discovered it directly targets and shuts down a critical enzyme, ADO, which cancer cells rely on for survival. This…
Indian Idol’s ‘Yaadon Ki Playlist’ season featured a magical moment when contestant Diwakar’s 90s classic performance was unexpectedly joined by judge Shreya Ghoshal. Guest Fatima Sana Shaikh described the spontaneous duet as a personal concert, praising Diwakar’s voice and Shreya’s generosity. Fashion designer Manish Malhotra also lauded the duo’s chemistry.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is pushing for a cabinet reshuffle in November. However, the Congress high command in Delhi appears to favor maintaining the current government structure. Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar is reportedly against any changes, fearing it could impact his political future. Supporters of both leaders are actively lobbying in Delhi.
San Antonio Spurs’ star Victor Wembanyama is sidelined with a left calf strain, halting the team’s strong start. The 21-year-old, an MVP contender, will miss at least a few weeks. His absence significantly impacts the Spurs’ offense and defense, forcing a recalibration of expectations and rotations as they navigate his recovery.
Investigators are exploring a ‘shoe bomber’ angle in the Red Fort blast after finding a shoe near the car’s tyre, potentially containing a detonator. Traces of TATP explosive were found on the shoe and tyre, mirroring Richard Reid’s 2001 attempt. This discovery adds a critical dimension to the probe into the Jaish-e-Mohammed module’s wider conspiracy.
Matt Duchene’s season has been significantly impacted by an upper-body injury sustained early in his new four-year contract. Placed on long-term injured reserve, Duchene has missed considerable time after a forceful open-ice hit, hindering his ability to drive offense for the Dallas Stars. His return is contingent on full recovery, with his LTIR status potentially…
Veteran actor Dharmendra humorously recalled secretly drinking on the sets of ‘Sholay’, even consuming nearly 12 bottles in a day. He also shared a funny anecdote about disguising beer as lassi for Moushumi Chatterjee. In recent news, Dharmendra has recovered from a hospital stay, with Shatrughan Sinha visiting Hema Malini to offer support.
The New York Yankees are reportedly in advanced talks to acquire star pitcher Jacob deGrom, aiming to bolster their rotation for the 2025 and 2026 seasons. This blockbuster deal would involve significant prospects and financial considerations, offering immediate pitching dominance for New York and a strong future foundation for deGrom’s current team.
Karnataka’s zoos are enhancing vigilance after 31 blackbucks died, suspected to be from haemorrhagic septicaemia. Authorities have directed zoos to strengthen biosecurity, isolate affected animals, and implement immediate carcass disposal and quarantine measures to prevent further outbreaks.
Bollywood couple Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa welcomed their baby girl on November 15, their fourth wedding anniversary. The joyous announcement was met with warm wishes from industry friends like Sonakshi Sinha and Farah Khan, who shared glimpses of the pre-baby shower celebrations. The couple expressed their overwhelming happiness at this special blessing.
