While emojis are taking over communication, archaeologists have discovered what may be the world’s oldest emoji – a smiley face painted on a 3,700-year-old piece of pottery. According to Hindustan Times reports, In Turkey, near the Syrian border, during an excavation at an ancient city archaeologists found the ancient pitcher[Read More…]
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‘Rising Hindu nationalism could lead India and China to war’
Chinese state media on Thursday claimed that rising Hindu nationalism has tampered Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s China policy and could lead the two countries to war. It added that a warning that it could put India’s own interests in “jeopardy”. While there is an ongoing tension in the Sikkim border,[Read More…]
Couple disappeared during World War II, found mummified in the Alps
While many go missing in the mountains after fatal accidents and their bodies are never seen again, this Swiss couple was found frozen after 75 years of their disappearance. They disappeared from their farm on August 15, 1942, after leaving to milk their cows in a meadow near their home.[Read More…]
India contributes additional million dollars to UN partnership fund
India has contributed an additional million dollars to a UN partnership fund aimed at supporting sustainable development projects across the developing world. The Indian-UN Development Partnership Fund was launched last month as a partnership between India and the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC). The initial contribution made by[Read More…]
Indians are among the laziest in the world: Study
A new study by Stanford University has found that Indians are among the laziest people in the world. The researchers used step counters to know how many steps people take in various countries. As many as 7,000,000 people were part of the research in 46 nations. According to the data,[Read More…]
First article of impeachment filed against Donald Trump
After 6 months of Trump’s presidency, a Democratic representative has introduced the first article of impeachment against President Donald Trump. Democrat Brad Sherman of California has become the first US lawmaker to formally file an article of impeachment against the President. However, his effort is likely to stall in the[Read More…]
21-year-old becomes first man of Britain to give birth to a girl
A 21-year-old man hit the headlines around the world when he decided to put his sex transition on hold to get pregnant and became the first man in Britain to give birth to a baby girl. Hayden Cross, born a girl named Paige, says that caesarian daughter Trinity-Leigh is his[Read More…]
Final anti-G20 summit march takes place despite high security
After two days of violent clashes which marred the G20 summit at Hamburg, hundreds of protestors under the tight security of German police took part in the final march against G20 summit of global leaders. Late in the evening, after leaders had left Hamburg, police turned on water cannon to[Read More…]
Family blessed with a baby-girl after a wait of 137 years
After a wait of 137, a baby girl has been born into a family in South Carolina for the first time. This ‘Oh my god’ moment was shared by making a giant billboard to broadcast the news. To celebrate the happy news, co-workers of the father Will Settle, surprised him[Read More…]
Microsoft to ‘eliminate positions’, thousands may lose jobs
Tech giant Microsoft is under a process of reorganisation of its sales and marketing units that will likely see the company cutting about 4,000 jobs from its workforce, mostly outside the US. According to an e-mail by a Microsoft spokesperson, the company is implementing changes to better serve its customers[Read More…]
Why are zombies sweeping the streets of Hamburg?
While the forthcoming G20 summit is to be held in Hamburg, Germany from July 7-8, it triggered one of the most striking forms of protest. These demonstrations were rather a cultural events which turned the entire city into a scene straight out of a zombie horror film. The streets of[Read More…]
India stands with Bhutan inspite of China’s allegations
In its first statement on the Indian Army’s on-going confrontation with a Chinese patrol and road construction party that began two weeks ago, New Delhi stated on Friday that it is “deeply concerned” at China’s attempt to alter the status quo, which could have “serious security implications” for India. This[Read More…]
France mosque shooting injures 8
An attack on late Sunday outside a mosque in the southern French city of Avignon on late Sunday injured as many as eight people. Two men in a Renault Clio opened fire outside the place of worship in the city of Avignon at around 10.30pm on Saturday, reported La Provence.[Read More…]
Budget airline considers plans to make passengers stand on board
In an attempt to make air travel affordable, budget airline VivaColombia is considering plans to remove all seats from its planes and make passengers stand! With this move, the airline hopes to cut down the fares by letting more passengers into to the flight, so more working class Colombians can[Read More…]
Scientists to develop heat resistant ‘cows of the future’
According to a report by The Indian Express, scientists are developing a genetically modified cow breed that will be more heat resistant and have superior ability to adapt to hot living conditions. The ‘cows of the future’ will be used by making use of genomic tools which will make the[Read More…]
#NotInMyName: Breaking the culture of silence against the lynching of the minority
The #NotInMyName protest is a demonstration scheduled in Delhi and several other cities across the country on June 28 (Wednesday) by citizens against incidents of the lynching of Muslims and Dalits. With the politics of mob-lynching claiming lives one after the other across our country, it is about time we[Read More…]
Video: Inside Game of Thrones’ soundtrack feat GOT music composer Ramin Djawadi
From 2011, Game of Thrones fans has only been increasing. This fantasy-drama-action-suspense series gives has three treats for its audience: great acting, excellent visual design, and twisting drama infused with consistent surprises. This big-budget nerd-out turned out to be one of HBO’s top series ever made! And any Game of[Read More…]
Grammy winner Rihanna tweets to world leaders for free education campaign
While the world knows pop-singer Rihanna for risqué music videos and striking fashion statements, she has been very socially active off stage. From fund-raising live performances to creating her own organisation to help terminally ill children, there is an incredible amount of charity work which she has done. Grammy award-winning[Read More…]
PM Modi meets Trump: India and USA to strengthen trade and economic ties
Both PM Modi and US President Donald Trump swore to strengthen the Indo-U.S. economic partnership in a way which will be beneficial for both the countries. They also vowed to work towards solving the existing differences between the two. “On the economic side, the two sides had very productive discussions.[Read More…]
A tanker explosion kills 123 people in Pakistan’s Bahawalpur
Just a day before Eid, at least 123 people were on Sunday charred to death and 75 others severely injured after an oil tanker caught fire and exploded on a highway in Bahawalpur district of Pakistan’s Punjab Province. The tanker was leaking fuel from its damaged containers after which it[Read More…]
Bravo! This man wore a pink dress to work, after being sent home for wearing shorts
Cocktail parties aren’t the only location where you have to pay attention to your dress code, most workplaces have dress codes as well. Making sure you follow the dress code guidelines can be annoying. While most parts of the world are complaining about the scorching heat, especially at a time[Read More…]
Google accused of manipulating search results, EU may fine 1bn euros
According to a report in the Guardian, search engine giant Google has been reportedly accused of manipulating search results to promote its new Google shopping service. EU officials are expected to announce that Google has been guilty of abusing its market dominance. Earlier, Intel was charged over antitrust issues. The[Read More…]
Here is how this start-up raised $153 million in three hours!!
While the start-up culture in continues to develop across boundaries, a start-up firm Bancor raised $153 million in cryptocurrency in its own Initial Coin Offering, in just 3 hours! This new magically potential way to raise capital for your business is called the initial coin offering. What is Initial Coin[Read More…]
China Kindergarten blast: 7 dead, 59 injured
At least seven people have been found dead in a blast which occurred in a Kindergarten in Eastern China. As per police reports, till now 59 people have been found injured, of which nine are in critical condition. The blast happened near the entrance to the building in the city of[Read More…]