Image: Left/Canva/Right/National Inventors Hall of Fame It all began in 1908 when a Swiss engineer and inventor, Jacques E. Brandenberger, saw a drink spill on a linen tablecloth in a restaurant. This inspired him to look for ways of making a waterproof material for coating fabrics. While he never succeeded in his quest for stain-proof…
When you’re the President of the United States, your family milestones don’t just get handled in private—they get balanced against global warfare and intense media scrutiny. Case in point: Donald Trump might actually skip his oldest son’s wedding this weekend. When reporters point-blank asked him on May 21, 2026, if he’d be making the trip…
During the Ivor Novello Awards, Harry Styles expressed his admiration for Radiohead’s deep-rooted effect on both his music and personal life while giving a nod to Thom Yorke. He recounted how ‘Talk Show Host’ played a pivotal role in his first romantic encounter and revealed how ‘Exit Music’ ignited the creative flame for ‘Watermelon Sugar….
Ukraine attacks Russia (AP) Ukrainian forces have struck a Russian oil refinery in the Yaroslavl region, located around 700 kilometres (435 miles) from the Ukrainian border, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Friday.Reuters reports that Zelenskyy, on Telegram, said, “In particular, overnight, the Defense Forces of Ukraine operated against targets associated with the Yaroslavl oil…
Actor Kangana Ranaut recently sparked curiosity online after videos of her leaving Mumbai’s Gaiety Galaxy theatre surfaced on social media. Dressed in simple kurta look with mangalsutra and green bangles, the actor instantly fuelled speculation among fans, with many wondering whether she had secretly gotten married. However it is now known that the actress was…
NEW DELHI: The BJP-led NDA is likely to lose a seat in the Rajya Sabha while the Congress-led opposition could improve its tally in the upcoming biennial elections for 26 seats across 12 states.The Election Commission on Friday announced that polling for the Rajya Sabha seats will be held on June 18. The seats are…
For many of us, one of the most precious memories of our childhood was visiting our nani’s (maternal grandmother’s) home. The place has taught us what warmth and endless comfort mean. Times may have changed, but families visiting nani’s home during summer vacations have stayed the same. For parents who are willing to raise grateful…
Actor Shanaya Kapoor recently shared a heartfelt birthday message for her close friend Suhana Khan, giving fans another glimpse into their long-standing friendship. Shanaya uploaded a picture featuring herself and Suhana posing together near a scenic waterfront location. The backdrop included colourful European-style buildings and luxury yachts.Alongside the image, Shanaya wrote, “Happy birthday my su….
TANCET result 2026: Anna University has declared the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) Result 2026 today, May 22, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the entrance examination can now check and download their results through the official website, tancet.annauniv.edu.According to official data, a total of 30,912 candidates appeared for the examinations this year. Out of…
Researchers are studying the skeleton to understand the predator’s strength and hunting abilities. This find reveals a hidden world beneath the desert surface. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons The experience of being on the Nullarbor Plain of southern Australia is one of stepping into another world. The area is known for its stark topography, with hardly…
