WWE SmackDown results and highlights (8/29/2025): John Cena disses Logan Paul, Alexa Bliss defeats Chelsea Green, Melo Don’t Miz miss, Sami Zayn becomes new U.S. Champion and more

Friday Night SmackDown in Lyon showcased intense matchups before Clash in Paris. John Cena confronted Logan Paul, while Alexa Bliss battled Chelsea Green after Charlotte Flair’s injury. Sami Zayn overcame Solo Sikoa to claim the United States Championship amidst chaos, and The Street Profits secured a victory, becoming the #1 contenders for the WWE Tag…

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Mini-brains to spider gloves: How new research is reshaping health and sustainability

Groundbreaking science is revolutionizing health and sustainability. Researchers are developing ‘mini-brains’ for disease study, spider-inspired gloves for rapid wound healing, and edible coatings to combat food waste. Simultaneously, alarming discoveries of microplastics in human eyes highlight the urgent need for environmental action. These innovations promise a healthier future, merging imagination with biology.

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‘After Operation Sindoor, Pakistan came hard on us’: Tilak Varma breaks silence on verbal assault in Asia Cup final

Middle-order batter Tilak Varma revealed how he handled intense sledging from Pakistan players during his match-winning 69* in the Asia Cup final. He stated his unbeaten knock was the “best reply” to their aggression, emphasizing his focus on country and basics under pressure. Varma aims for the T20 World Cup, crediting his coaches for his…

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Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: Young contestant Shaurya loses Rs 7,50,000 points question after audience poll gives wrong answer

Rollover contestant Shaurya Sarda faced challenges on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, incorrectly answering a question about Karnataka’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. Despite his impressive record-holding skills, including identifying currency symbols and days of dates, he ultimately took home Rs 5 lakh after an audience poll lifeline proved incorrect.

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GST revenues rise 9.1% in September: Collections hit Rs 1.89 lakh crore; outpaces August surge

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenues climbed to Rs 1.89 lakh crore in September, registering a strong 9.1% year-on-year increase. This consistent growth is significant, occurring despite expected sales stagnation following August’s GST rate rationalisation announcement and the discontinuation of GST from online money gaming. The robust collections highlight sustained economic activity.

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Forex update: Reserves fall by $3 billion to $699.736 billion in early July; foreign currency assets slip sharply

India’s foreign exchange reserves experienced a decline of $3.049 billion, reaching $699.736 billion for the week ending July 4, as per RBI data. This decrease was primarily driven by a significant drop in foreign currency assets, although gold reserves and SDRs saw increases. The reserves are crucial for managing external vulnerabilities and maintaining financial stability.

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