$165 million star Luka Doncic gets strong endorsement from Pau Gasol as Lakers leader ahead of new season
The Los Angeles Lakers secured Luka Doncic with a three-year, $165 million extension, sparking excitement, as Hall of Famer Pau Gasol expressed his enthusiasm for Doncic’s commitment and the team’s future. Doncic is also donating $5 million to support young athletes globally, complementing the Lakers’ strengthened roster with additions like Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart,…
Measles: Why are we still losing lives to a preventable disease in 2024?
Despite a highly effective vaccine, measles caused approximately 95,000 deaths globally in 2024, primarily among unvaccinated children under five. Vaccination has prevented millions of deaths since 2000, yet first-dose coverage in 2024 slightly declined to 84%. Measles is extremely contagious, spreading through airborne droplets and leading to severe complications like blindness and pneumonia.
BCCI set to lodge protest against ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi after India-Pakistan Asia Cup drama
The BCCI condemned ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi for taking the Asia Cup trophy after India declined to accept it from him. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia announced the board will raise a serious objection at an upcoming ACC meeting, threatening to escalate the matter to the ICC if the trophy isn’t returned.
Majuli’s cultural and historic treasure trove draws large number of tourists from across the world
As winter descends, Majuli, the largest river island on the planet, finds itself a hotspot for international travelers. Enthusiasts flock to witness its vibrant cultural tapestry, featuring elaborate mask-making traditions and the revered Vaishnavite Satras, coupled with the enchanting views of its natural landscape and mesmerizing migratory birds.
Bus overturns, passengers injured: Eight injured as bus from Ranchi overturns in Hazaribag; NH-2 temporarily blocked during rescue operation
In an unfortunate incident on Saturday afternoon, a bus en route from Ranchi to Patna met with an accident near Mahanitar village on NH-2, flipping over and injuring eight passengers. Authorities swiftly responded, with police and medical teams facilitating rescue efforts. The injured were promptly treated at a nearby health center and later discharged.
Jared Allen’s pants rip during signature sack celebration at Hall of Fame event, breaks the internet | Watch
Jared Allen’s Hall of Fame weekend was filled with memorable moments, including an unexpected wardrobe malfunction during his signature sack celebration at the Gold Jacket Dinner. Allen, inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, delivered an emotional speech reflecting on his career and emphasizing the importance of family, faith, and pursuing greatness, considering his…
Man who grabbed Ariana Grande previously pulled off stunt on Virat Kohli, Katy Perry and other stars; Netizens call for his arrest – WATCH
Singer-actress Ariana Grande was grabbed by a man who breached security at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere in Singapore. Actress Cynthia Erivo intervened to protect Grande. The man, identified as Johnson Wen, has a history of similar security breaches with global stars like Virat Kohli and Katy Perry.
From Antarctica to Brussels, hunting climate clues in old ice
In a small, refrigerated room at a Brussels university, parka-wearing scientists chop up Antarctic ice cores tens of thousands of years old in search of clues to our planet’s changing climate. “We want to know a lot about the climates of the past because we can use it as an analogy for what can happen…
