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The Broad Institute, a prominent biomedical research center, has laid off 75 employees and implemented budget cuts due to federal research funding rollbacks. These measures, impacting administrative and scientific divisions, aim to reduce expenses by $42 million. The institute remains committed to its mission, but the changes highlight the vulnerability of research institutions to shifts…

Mamitha Baiju, immersed in the vibrant world of Tamil cinema, holds a special place in her heart for Malayalam films. She clarifies that her roles in the Tamil industry were influenced by captivating narratives rather than any intentional pivot.

Bengaluru artisans put the final touches on Durga Puja idols

Around 2,000 people protested in Crowborough against plans to house 540 single male asylum seekers at a disused army camp. Concerns over safety, local services, and an “information vacuum” fueled community tension, with some residents installing panic alarms. The Home Office stated security checks and behavioral expectations will be enforced.

After making a mark with Choti Sarrdaarni and Bigg Boss 16, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia is now stepping into Bollywood with an untitled film directed by Seema Pahwa. She opens up about fighting TV stereotypes, navigating self-doubt, and taking bold risks to carve a new creative path.

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar assured the public that the election’s integrity remains intact despite VVPAT slips found roadside in Bihar’s Samastipur. These were from mock polls, not actual voting. The assistant returning officer responsible has been suspended for negligence, and an FIR is being filed. The Election Commission acted swiftly after a video of…

National Investigation Agency (NIA) discovered Rs 18 lakh cash in a hostel room at Al-Falah University, linked to Dr. Shaheen Shahid, arrested for the Delhi blast. The money is suspected to fund a ‘white-coat terror module’ operating from the university. Investigations are underway to trace the funds and identify associates involved in expanding the terror…

During Kali Puja, a night of contrasts in Bengal, devotees create ‘Niramish Mangsho,’ a vegetarian ‘mutton’ curry. This dish, often made with jackfruit or banana stem, mimics the taste and texture of traditional goat curry while adhering to vegetarian ritual requirements. It represents a cultural balance between faith, appetite, and the enduring Bengali love for…

Anurag Kashyap’s ‘Nishaanchi’ trailer is out, marking Aaishvary Thackeray’s debut in a double role. Set in Uttar Pradesh in the early 2000s, the film blends action, family drama, and romance. Kashyap calls it his most cinematic work, while Thackeray expresses excitement and nervousness about his challenging debut, guided by the director.

The argument Musk responded to presents colonisation as mere migration, erasing the defining feature of empire — power. Immigration implies integration into an existing order. Colonisation is the replacement of that order with one imposed by force.