Earlier this week, on 28 May, Pope Francis apologized after being accused of using a highly offensive slur to refer to gay men during a private session with bishops. Unexpected Words from a Bridge-Builder The pope’s choice of words, reported by major Italian news outlets and confirmed to The Washington Post by a senior Vatican […]
In a move that could be described as either a bold leap forward or a desperate grasp at straws, Seoul’s Mayor Oh Se-hoon has announced a new housing scheme aimed at tackling South Korea’s demographic crisis. Seoul is in South Korea, right? But this isn’t a K-pop story. The crisis, fuelled by an alarmingly low […]
Another Delay for Agnikul Cosmos: Fourth Aborted Launch in Three Months India’s ‘promising’ private space company, Agnikul Cosmos, faced yet another hiccup on Tuesday 28 May, with their much-anticipated rocket launch. This marks the fourth time in just three months that they’ve had to call off a test flight at the last minute. Let’s dive […]
There’s some serious legal drama unfolding in Rajkot, Gujarat. A court has just demanded a status report from the Special Investigation Team (SIT) that’s digging into the tragic ‘TRP Game Zone’ fire. This all kicked off because a plea was filed, asking for criminal cases to be registered against several high-ranking officials who were either […]
The world’s most ubiquitous cockroach — the tiny, tan German cockroach — is currently creeping through countless buildings, hiding in the dark corners of hotel rooms, restaurant kitchens, and, if you’re unlucky, your own home. This tiny little nightmare can squeeze into any crevice, feasting on the crumbs we drop. Yet, when scientists search for […]
Ah, hypertension. Just the word might make your blood pressure go up a notch. Yesterday, May 17th, was World Hypertension day! But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with a guide that’s as easy as pie and just as enjoyable. Let’s dive into the world of hypertension, or as I like to call it, the […]
ROME — Claims of weeping statues, apparitions of divine personages of all orders, and miraculous bread are less likely to be accepted as ‘miracles’ by the Catholic Church. The Vatican has introduced new guidelines on unexplained religious phenomena, significantly altering the way the Roman Catholic Church addresses claims of supernatural events, such as weeping statues […]
The 2027 women’s World Cup will take place in Brazil, FIFA announced Friday at its 74th Congress in Bangkok. Brazil had been considered the front-runner over a joint bid by Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany (BNG) because of its stadiums and ability to accommodate participants and fans. Brazil hosted the men’s World Cup in 2014 […]
In a recent court session, the Supreme Court of India challenged the central government’s assertion of having no control over the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in state-level investigations. The court questioned who else could authorize the premier investigative agency to conduct probes in states. During the hearing of an original suit filed by the […]
By Cedric Prakash In a short time from now, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is expected to announce the General Elections 2024! This is a watershed moment for the country and the outcome of the elections will certainly determine the future, particularly the nation’s commitment to its Constitution and the future of our democracy! […]
In response to the recent controversy surrounding a turban-clad police officer allegedly labeled as “Khalistani” by a political leader, an outcry against religious and caste-based remarks has emerged within the IPS community in West Bengal. IPS officer Mercy John, recounting her own experiences, revealed the distressing nature of such comments, stating, “I faced [the] same […]
In a startling revelation, it has come to light that over the past year, approximately 100 Indians have been recruited by the Russian Army at its Moscow recruitment center. An official from the Russian Ministry of Defense, speaking on condition of anonymity, disclosed to The Hindu that these recruits were enlisted as “army security helpers” […]
