Human-caused climate change made a recent Nordic heatwave about 2C hotter, putting a strain on healthcare, ecosystems and indigenous Sami reindeer herders in a region ill-equipped for such events, researchers said on Thursday. “Climate change made the heatwave about 2C hotter and at least 10 times more likely,” their rapid analysis showed.
K Jothimani, a coconut farmer at Subbegoundanputhur in Anamalai taluk, said the farm-gate price of coconuts, which was around Rs 70 per kg on Aug 10, dropped to Rs 58 within a few days and increased to Rs 66 on Sunday.
The New York Times Connections presents a daily word puzzle challenging players to identify hidden relationships among 16 words, sorting them into four groups. Today’s edition includes categories like proximity, letter-writing, door notices, and constitutional rights. Hints and answers are provided to assist players in solving the puzzle and maintaining their streak.
The Independence Day weekend turned into a blockbuster battleground as Rajinikanth’s Coolie and Hrithik Roshan–Jr NTR starrer War 2 clashed at the cinemas. Both films leveraged the August 15 holiday to draw huge crowds, but Rajinikanth’s action entertainer is emerging as the clear frontrunner. War 2 still has a chance to recover ground, but for…
H1B visa holders aiming for US permanent residency face stricter scrutiny under new USCIS guidelines emphasizing “good moral character.” Beyond legal compliance, applicants must show community involvement, stable employment, family ties, and civic engagement. Minor infractions can affect eligibility, while evidence of rehabilitation is considered. The policy underscores the need for H1B holders to demonstrate…
‘US keeps eye on India-Pak situation everyday’: Marco Rubio on ceasefire; ‘complication of truce is maintaining them’
Noor Ali, trapped in the Yamuna River while collecting wood during floods near Tajewala Barrage, was rescued after a two-hour operation. A drone delivered a phone to maintain contact, and two young men used an inflated tube to bring him to safety as the water receded. The incident highlights the dangers of entering flooded rivers…
Arsenal began their Premier League campaign impressively, securing a 1-0 victory against Manchester United at Old Trafford, with Riccardo Calafiori’s early goal making the difference. Despite significant investment, United struggled to break down Arsenal’s defense. Elsewhere, Chelsea drew with Crystal Palace, and Nottingham Forest defeated Brentford 3-1.
