Dubai has launched the ‘Mallathon’ initiative, inviting residents to utilize major shopping centers as indoor fitness tracks during the hot summer months. Seven malls will open early, from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., offering air-conditioned walking and running routes. This initiative supports Dubai’s Social Agenda 33, promoting health and wellbeing by making exercise accessible and…
In Japan’s Iya Valley, Nagoro, also known as the “Nagoro Doll Village”, faces depopulation. Local resident Tsukimi Ayano has crafted hundreds of life-sized dolls to populate the village, breathing new life into the community. These dolls attract tourists, offering a haunting yet heartwarming glimpse into rural Japan’s struggles and resilience.
Government discussions are under way for mandatory satellite-assisted mobile phone tracking for law enforcement and disaster management. The proposal, stalled for five years due to privacy concerns and device maker reluctance, aims for more accurate location data than current tower-based methods. Manufacturers like Apple and Samsung are wary of potential misuse and insist on user…
Mahesh Babu’s 2012 hit ‘Businessman’ is set for a special re-release, celebrating his 46 years in cinema. Meanwhile, the superstar is filming SS Rajamouli’s ‘SSMB29’, where Prithviraj Sukumaran will portray the antagonist ‘Kumbha’. A grand digital event for ‘SSMB29’ is scheduled for November 15th.
Varun Aaron stated that Akash Deep is nearly ‘undroppable’ for the Lord’s Test after his Edgbaston performance. With Jasprit Bumrah’s return confirmed, an all-rounder might make way to balance the team. Aaron highlighted Deep’s exceptional new-ball skills and Siraj’s rhythm, positioning India’s pace attack as a significant threat to England for the 3rd Test.
In 2025, several top US universities, including MIT, UC Berkeley, and Brown, no longer require GRE scores for graduate admissions. This shift emphasises academic depth, research alignment, and holistic evaluation over standardised testing. Applicants must now focus on strong statements of purpose, relevant work or research experience, and academic consistency to stand out in test-optional…
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced that the free trade agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association is expected to be implemented within the next few months. The agreement includes a commitment of $100 billion in investments for India over 15 years. Government is promoting high-quality manufacturing by issuing 156 quality control…
Meta is set to implement new rules to combat unoriginal content on Facebook. The company aims to reduce low-quality, plagiarized material. Meta will take action against accounts engaged in spammy behavior. Creators who repost content without adding value will face consequences. Meta is testing a feature to link duplicate videos to the original creator.
LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers star, has recently taken up golf, sharing his swing practice on social media. His newfound interest has drawn reactions from fellow NBA players and fans alike. Stephen Curry humorously mimicked James’ swing, welcoming him to the world of golf, highlighting the light-hearted side of their rivalry.
