A few years ago, the idea of reviving extinct animals sat closer to speculative science fiction than anything investors would normally put money behind. Yet it has steadily been pulled into boardrooms, laboratories, and funding rounds at a scale that now feels difficult to ignore. At the centre of it is Colossal Biosciences, a company…
Image: Goldman Environmental Foundation For more than three decades, the Goldman Environmental Prize has honoured ordinary people taking extraordinary action to protect the planet. Often referred to as the “Green Oscar” or the “Green Nobel”, the award recognises grassroots environmental leaders whose campaigns have changed laws, protected ecosystems and defended vulnerable communities. In 2026, the…
Skoda Auto India commenced bookings for the new Kodiaq RS yesterday, June 23, 2026. The limited-run performance SUV quickly attracted strong interest from enthusiasts across the country. And now, the company has announced that all 50 units allocated for India were sold out in just six minutes of bookings opening. With all 50 units now…
Etihad Rail passenger services finally launch on June 30 / Image: @thenationalnews After years of anticipation, the UAE’s national railway project is finally preparing to welcome passengers.Etihad Rail has confirmed that the introductory phase of its passenger train service will begin on June 30, marking a major milestone for one of the country’s most ambitious…
Before European settlers arrived on Australia’s coastlines, vast oyster and mussel reefs stretched across the southern half of the country all the way north to the edges of the Great Barrier Reef. These shellfish reefs filtered seawater, fed fish populations, stabilised sediment, and protected shorelines from wave damage. Then, over the course of a century,…
Nissan India is gearing up to introduce the all-new Nissan Tekton SUV in the Indian market. Ahead of its arrival, the company has confirmed that the new SUV will make its global debut in Mumbai on July 9. Now, Nissan has released a fresh teaser image, revealing the complete front-end design. The teaser also carries…
The progress of the southwest monsoon in June 2026 has been a cause for significant concern. (AI image) The Indian economy has till now emerged from the US-Iran conflict relatively unscathed. If the peace talks hold and the Strait of Hormuz opens, economists expect the impact of the war to be transient. However, a bigger…
Uncertainty over who will pay Iran $300 billion (Getty Images) As US secretary of state Marco Rubio heads to the Gulf to defend Washington’s proposed peace deal with Iran, one provision has emerged as a major source of concern among America’s Arab allies — a planned $300 billion reconstruction and development fund for Tehran. While…
Citroen recently launched the updated eC3X in India. This affordable electric crossover goes against one of the country’s best-selling EVs, the Tata Punch EV. Here’s a closer look at how the two electric vehicles stack up on paper in terms of pricing, range, power specs, features and more. Citroen eC3X vs Tata Punch EV: Battery…
Australian magician and mentalist Daniel Hidden has vanished without a trace, triggering a large-scale search operation across rugged bushland in Queensland’s Gold Coast hinterland. The 26-year-old was last seen leaving his Broadbeach home in the early hours of June 14 in a silver Hyundai Santa Fe towing a caravan. His vehicle was later found abandoned…
