Labour MP Adam Thompson humorously highlighted Nigel Farage’s significant miscalculation of government savings during Prime Minister’s Questions. Thompson pointed out Farage’s claim of £7 billion in savings was actually only £27 million, a discrepancy that drew laughter in the Commons and has since gone viral online.
Berhampur University and Indian Maritime University have signed an MoU to conduct joint research in Odisha’s maritime sector. The collaboration will facilitate student and scholar exchanges, expert sharing in various marine fields, and the exploration of joint certificate courses in areas like maritime informatics and AI.
A US federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from removing federal grants for sex education programmes that include gender identity topics. The ruling protects PREP and Title V funding, preventing potential losses of at least $35 million to 16 states and the District of Columbia. Judge Ann Aiken cited lack of evidence and procedural…
A 58-year-old chief engineer, Ram Dular Yadav, aboard the container ship ‘MV SSL Sabarimalai’ was found dead on Tuesday morning. Authorities suspect illness as the cause, with a post-mortem scheduled. The ship berthed at Paradip port, where he was declared dead at the port hospital.
Orissa High Court has demanded explanations from the government regarding severe patient care deficiencies at SCB Medical College and Hospital. An advocates’ committee report highlighted critical space constraints and manpower shortages, particularly in the burn and neonatal units, and even patients receiving treatment on the floor in the bone marrow transplant unit.
NBA veteran Draymond Green believes the Western Conference holds a stronger championship advantage over the East, citing the Golden State Warriors’ recent success. While injuries plague top Eastern teams like the Celtics and Cavaliers, Western contenders like the Warriors, Thunder, and Nuggets appear robust. The Warriors have begun their 2025-26 season impressively, hinting at potential…
The Vancouver Canucks are set to debut promising defenseman Tom Willander against the New York Rangers tonight. The 20-year-old Swede, a 2023 first-round pick, joins the team amidst mounting injury concerns, including the absence of captain Quinn Hughes. Willander’s call-up from the AHL’s Abbotsford Canucks marks a significant step in his development and the club’s…
Bill Gates, a prominent voice on climate change, now expresses optimism about humanity’s survival. He believes focusing on innovation and improving human welfare is key, rather than dwelling on doomsday scenarios. Gates highlights advancements in clean energy and agriculture. He acknowledges the threat to vulnerable populations and continues to invest in climate solutions.
