Argentina’s Lionel Messi, second right, celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal. (AP Photo) The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set for a dramatic week as the expanded 48-team tournament enters the final phase of the group stage, with the race for places in the Round of 32 gathering pace from Monday onwards.After 10 days…
Nithya Raman’s performance in the LA mayor primary revives ‘election fraud’ claims from Donald Trump and Elon Musk. As Indian-origin Nithya Raman edged ahead and is now locked in a tight race with Republican candidate Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayor primary, President Donald Trump and Elon Musk revived their election fraud claims. In…
Sierra Nevada pond during low- and high-snowfall years, showing how snow levels change the landscape. ( Picture: Christine C. Bonadonna) High in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, small ponds may look peaceful and unchanged. Surrounded by rocky peaks and open skies, they appear calm during summer. But beneath the surface, these shallow water bodies are constantly…
Scorpio, this week begins with fire in your chest and a little friction around you. On Monday you may feel unusually courageous, ready to attempt something that others would postpone. Short journeys, quick errands, or bold conversations may fill the first part of the week. Yet this brave mood comes with a warning. Don’t force…
File Pic: Sachin Tendulkar, right, and Ben Stokes at the Wimbledon. (AP/PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar led tributes to Ben Stokes after the England great announced his retirement from international cricket, praising his fearless approach, match-winning temperament and inspirational leadership in an emotional social media post.Stokes confirmed that the third Test…
NEW DELHI: In a bid to boost the domestic manufacturing of batteries and electronics goods, govt has waived basic customs duty on goods used in manufacture of display assemblies, lithium ion cell and inductor coil module.Among the three notifications issued by the finance ministry was one to exempt the basic customs duty (BCD) on the…
A debate over a possible US military draft started after tech giant Palantir Technologies publicly backed the idea of universal national service. It argued that all citizens should share the burden of war. The company shared 22 extensive points explaining why software companies are equally responsible for defence. In a post on X, the company…
Buckle up for an electrifying ride! ‘Extraction 3’ has been officially greenlit, with Chris Hemsworth returning to breathe life into Tyler Rake once again. As fans hold their breath, the talented Sam Hargrave is stepping back into the director’s chair. Expect to see Idris Elba and Golshifteh Farahani reprise their roles, adding more firepower to…
Optical illusion personality tests are interesting images that trick the brain and eyes into believing what a person sees first, depending upon their perspective, focus, and thoughts present in the mind at that particular time. It’s not magic; it’s just how perception works. Our eyes and minds constantly fill in gaps, make guesses, and decide…
NEW DELHI: The Indian team management is likely to play the waiting game with seamer Jasprit Bumrah for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka starting August 15 in Galle. TimesofIndia.com has learnt that while nothing serious is wrong with his left knee, the stakeholders are in no mood to rush the fast bowler for…
Takashi Yamazaki’s ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ is generating strong buzz ahead of its theatrical release, with the sequel currently scoring 97% on Rotten Tomatoes from early reviews.The film that premiered at the New York Film Festival, has been praised for its scale, visual effects and emotional storytelling. ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ tipped to earn Best Picture Oscar…
This article is intended for general informational and gardening purposes only. Sowing times, growth and flowering depend on local climate, soil, sunlight and the variety chosen, so results may vary across regions. Handle garden tools, fertilisers and pesticides with care, and keep them away from children and pets. Some plants may cause allergies or irritation,…
