A new virtual reality experience at the Sharjah International Book Fair allows visitors to step back 1,400 years and explore Makkah and Madina during the Prophet Muhammad’s era. Developed by Ana Al Madina, it recreates streets, markets, homes, and spiritual landmarks, including the Holy Kaaba. Users witness daily life, the Prophet’s early years, and the…
Domestic institutional investors now hold a record 18.26% of Indian equities, surpassing foreign ownership for the first time in 13 years. This shift, driven by strong retail inflows into mutual funds, highlights India’s ‘retailisation’ amid global uncertainties and stretched valuations, making the market resilient to foreign selling.
Brazilian influencer Bárbara Jankavski, known as the ‘human Barbie,’ has died at 31 in São Paulo. She was found unresponsive after consuming an unidentified substance with a public defender, who admitted to hiring her for sexual services and consuming illicit drugs. Police are investigating the circumstances, including marks found on her body.
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has publicly supported Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposed $1 trillion pay package. Dorsey stated the compensation is about ensuring a principled engineering approach for the company’s future. This support comes as Tesla shareholders prepare to vote on the package at their annual general meeting today, November 6.
Bitcoin has fallen below $100,000, with long-term holders cashing out driving the downturn. This selloff, unlike October’s leveraged liquidations, stems from waning investor conviction, with significant profit-taking observed. Analysts warn this selling pressure could persist into next year.
Your genes significantly influence heart health, a factor often overlooked. Heart conditions can run in families, with certain genes linked to heart function and failure. Genetic testing can reveal inherited risks like Familial Hypercholesterolemia and Cardiomyopathies. Early identification allows for personalised prevention strategies. Knowing your family history and getting tested empowers you to manage your…
Goa has invoked the National Security Act statewide for three months, starting November 5, 2025, due to prevailing circumstances in North and South Goa. This stringent law allows detentions up to 12 months to prevent public disorder. The decision follows insufficient preventive arrests against repeat offenders and organized elements.
Disneyland has launched a limited-time Fortnite experience, ‘Disneyland Game Rush,’ celebrating its 70th anniversary. This virtual crossover features seven mini-games inspired by iconic attractions like Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Space Mountain. Players can earn tokens by completing games and answering trivia to unlock exclusive Disney-themed cosmetics, with golden versions available through hidden…
A new optical illusion is challenging viewers to find a hidden pinecone among autumn leaves, with only those with sharp observation skills reportedly spotting it quickly. The illusion highlights how our brains process visual information and how nature lovers may have an advantage in noticing subtle details.
Abhishek Sharma is poised to become the fastest T20I batter to 1000 runs, needing just 39 runs off fewer than 68 balls against Australia. He also has a chance to become the fastest Indian to the milestone in terms of matches played. Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson are also nearing the 1000-run mark.
