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US President Trump’s funding cuts and restrictions on foreign students threaten 25 elite universities, including Ivy League schools like Harvard and Columbia. These institutions face a decline in research grants, capped Grad Plus loans from 2026, and visa limitations reducing international enrolment. Forbes highlights that these changes could force hiring freezes, programme cuts, and financial…

KTC adds 50 new buses to its fleet, all on interstate routes

Southern India’s cicadas orchestrate a stunning dawn chorus, beginning precisely at civil twilight. Thousands of these insects synchronize their calls within a minute, responding to specific light intensity and neighborly sounds. This collective behavior, driven by individual perception and social influence, showcases nature’s intricate communication and coordination, offering insights into emergent intelligence.

Ancient Martian life might be preserved in ice for millions of years, new research suggests. Experiments show pure ice acts as a protective time capsule for biomolecules, unlike soil mixtures. This discovery points to icy regions on Mars as prime targets for future missions seeking signs of past extraterrestrial life, offering hope for uncovering secrets…

A passionate FC Goa fan faced legal trouble after breaching security to hug Portuguese star Joao Felix and snap a selfie during an AFC Champions League match. The fan spent a night in jail, with authorities deleting the photo and filing a case. FC Goa now faces a potential $10,000 fine from the AFC due…

‘Saiyaara’, starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, topped OTT with 5.5 million viewers on Netflix. It beat Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’, which had 4.7 million on Amazon Prime Video. ‘Inspector Zende’ and ‘Kingdom’ saw varied viewership, while Maalik ranked fifth with 2 million viewers on Amazon Prime Video.

Sadhguru addresses a student’s question about handling breakups by delving into the complexities of human memory and emotional investment. He emphasizes that our bodies retain memories from every interaction, influencing our well-being. Sadhguru advises young people to approach relationships with awareness, considering the potential impacts and striving for integrity to avoid a directionless life.

A German study reveals a decline in overt right-wing extremism, with 80% committed to democracy. However, xenophobia remains prevalent, particularly in eastern Germany, and young people show a concerning tendency towards authoritarianism and nationalism. Researchers warn of eroding trust in institutions, creating fertile ground for extremists.