North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and South Korean National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik greeted each other in China before a military parade commemorating Japan’s WWII surrender, according to Yonhap news agency. This rare public encounter occurred amid strained relations between the two Koreas, marked by stalled diplomatic engagement and increased military activity on both…
A million-year-old skull, Yunxian 2, discovered in China, challenges the Africa-centric model of human evolution. Reconstructed digitally, it suggests large-brained humans, potentially Homo longi, existed in Asia much earlier than believed. This finding implies a more geographically diverse and earlier emergence of modern humans, prompting further research into Eurasia’s role in human ancestry.
Manoj Bajpayee has vehemently denounced a doctored video falsely linking him to a political party ahead of the Bihar elections. The actor clarified on X that the clip is a manipulated edit of an old advertisement, urging the public to cease spreading such misinformation and not engage with deceptive content.
Los Angeles Lakers added four undrafted rookies. RJ Davis, Augustas Marciulionis, Eric Dixon, and Arthur Kaluma joined the team. They signed Exhibit 10 contracts. This move aims to deepen the roster. The Lakers will evaluate young talent during training camp. These contracts offer potential bonuses. The team may convert deals based on performance.
The Ministry of Education will release the NIRF Rankings 2025 on September 4, marking the tenth edition of India’s institutional assessment. Covering 16 categories, the rankings now include a new Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) segment, emphasizing inclusivity, quality education, and sustainability. The framework benchmarks universities and colleges on teaching, research, outreach, and innovation, guiding students…
While the US Chess Championship showcased professional player treatment with an umbrella for sunlight, India’s National Championship faced chaos. Players endured monkeys, power cuts, and leaking tents, highlighting poor playing conditions. This stark contrast raises concerns about India’s ability to host major chess events, despite its growing chess prowess.
Katie Feeney will join ESPN as a content creator. She will lead SportsCenter on Snapchat. Feeney will also create videos for the ESPN app. She previously worked for the Washington Commanders and covered events like the Super Bowl. Feeney will also be featured on Monday Night Countdown, Sunday NFL Countdown, and College GameDay. ESPN is…
Yuki Bhambri and Michael Venus secured a historic victory at the US Open, defeating the fourth-seeded German duo Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz to advance to the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, in the junior girls’ draw, 16-year-old Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi showcased her fighting spirit despite a loss to the No. 2 seed.
Kansas City Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy expressed his amazement at Taylor Swift’s enthusiastic reaction to his draft selection in 2024. Swift, who began dating Travis Kelce in 2023, has become an avid football fan. Worthy also acknowledged Kelce’s support during a difficult period following domestic violence accusations, highlighting the positive influence of both Swift and Kelce…
Chief selector Ajit Agarkar defended India’s workload management of Jasprit Bumrah, emphasizing his importance for major tournaments like the World Cups and Champion Trophy. Bumrah’s inclusion in the Asia Cup squad was confirmed despite workload concerns.
