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UAE rescues 22 crew after ship catches fire

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Coast Guard rescued 22 crew members of Arab nationality after a fire broke out aboard a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, with all those rescued reported to be in stable condition.According to the UAE National Guard, the rescue operation was launched after the ship's crew alerted a Coast Guard unit about the fire onboard.In a post on X, the UAE National Guard said, A National Guard Coast Guard unit rescued 22 people of Arab nationalities after a fire broke

8 Nov 2026 9:29 am
Before The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping releases, here's where to watch Jennifer Lawrence's The Hunger Games online

With The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping arriving in theatres on November 20, 2026, fans can revisit the franchise's five earlier films. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, the movies follow Katniss Everdeen's fight against the Capitol and explore Panem's history. All five films are available on Amazon Prime Video in India, with the 2023 prequel also available to rent.

8 Nov 2026 8:00 am
North of North Season 3: Will show be renewed for Season 3? See what to expect

North of North Season 3 has not been officially renewed by Netflix, CBC or APTN. Siaja is trying to reconnect with her sister Olivia in the Season 2. Siaja is also in a relationship with Kuuk while Neevee is reconnecting with Alistair. Siaja also gets a new role in the community.

8 Nov 2026 5:10 am
Nobody Wants This Season 4: Netflix confirms romantic comedy's renewal for a new season. Here's what will it be about

Nobody Wants This has been renewed for Season 4 after the release of Season 3. Season 4 will see Joanne and Noah settle down into married life, while Sasha, Esther and Morgan go through changes in their relationships and careers. The renewal of the show has been confirmed by Netflix. Nobody Wants This Season 4 release date has not been revealed till now.

8 Nov 2026 4:18 am
High Potential Season 3 and Special Episode: Release date, time, cast, crew and where to watch

High Potential Season 3 is set to air on January 5, 2027 on ABC. New episodes will also be available on Hulu. There will be a two part special episode after Superbowl LXI on February 14, 2027. This latest season will explore what happened in the cliffhanger related to Captain Wagner and Morgan Gillory's relationship with him. It will also continue the mystery around Morgan's ex-partner and Ava's father Roman.

8 Nov 2026 3:39 am
Game of Thrones: Legends new limited time event Crow of the Free Folk: Release date, schedule and characters

Game of Thrones: Legends is bringing back Jon Snow through a new limited-time event from November 18. The event will introduce a new Jon Snow character variant along with other Legendary Champions from the Game of Thrones franchise. The event is called Crow of the Free Folk. Players can use Exalted Tokens to summon characters like Ygritte, Mance Rayder, Tormund Giantsbane and Benjen Stark.

8 Nov 2026 1:15 am
Intel is the worst-performing S&P 500 stock in Q4, down 57%, what exactly happened?

The recent development about Intel's latest quarterly results have raised concerns among investors. According to media reports, Intel's client computing business has faced pressure from a weakening demand of PC. The price of the memory is also rising. This factor is making computers more expensive and hence affecting the demand.

8 Nov 2026 12:46 am
California replaced a fish-blocking pipe on Fort Goff Creek with a bridge in 2014; later monitoring found 64 Chinook salmon nests upstream

In California, the removal of the culvert on Fort Goff Creek has significantly enhanced fish passage, particularly for salmon. Completed in 2014, a new bridge now connects fish to breeding grounds that were previously inaccessible. Biologists found 64 nests of Chinook salmon in this newly opened habitat, highlighting the importance of addressing culverts nationwide to improve aquatic ecosystems and connectivity.

7 Nov 2026 9:45 pm
Singapore confirms a probe into Megaspeed but denies investigating Alice Huang over spy claims; how is Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang linked to the controversy?

US media reports have alleged that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang developed a 'close relationship' with an alleged Chinese spy. US intelligence believes Alice Huang was recruited by China's Ministry of State Security (MSS). The alleged relationship was reportedly mentioned in a memo. Singapore has reportedly rejected the claims that Alice Huang was investigated by its authorities.

7 Nov 2026 9:35 pm
In 2003 and 2006, California used 224,700 waste tires behind two freeway walls; the lighter fill reduced pressure on the structures by about 30%

California has taken a progressive step by integrating millions of waste tires into its freeway construction. This innovative approach involves the use of tire-derived aggregate in retaining walls, which effectively minimizes structural pressure. Not only does this practice present numerous advantages in civil engineering, but it also helps conserve natural resources while tackling the tire disposal dilemma.

7 Nov 2026 8:00 pm
Donald Trump was reportedly briefed a year ago that a suspected Chinese spy was close to Nvidia's CEO, but why was Jensen Huang never told?

According to media reports, US intelligence believes Alice Huang was recruited by China's Ministry of State Security (MSS). Alice had developed a close professional relationship with Jensen through her work in the AI and data centre industry. Their alleged relationship attracted intelligence attention because Nvidia's technology is central to the US-China competition over artificial intelligence.

7 Nov 2026 7:50 pm
In 1793, England completed an inclined plane that carried canal boats 207 feet uphill on wheeled cradles before returning them to the water

Around 200 years ago, a brilliant team of engineers in England created the Hay Inclined Plane, revolutionizing canal boat transport. This ingenious design enabled boats to move between the River Severn and the Shropshire Canal bypassing locks. By harnessing gravity and the power of counterweights, the system enhanced transport efficiency. As railways became more prevalent in the 19th century, its importance waned.

7 Nov 2026 7:30 pm
FDA suspends 43 food business licences across Maharashtra during Diwali inspections

Maharashtra FDA took action during a special Diwali enforcement drive by suspending 43 food business licenses. Inspections were conducted across seven divisions in the state, which included major cities like Mumbai and Nashik. Violations of food safety requirements led to the suspensions and the seizure of food articles worth Rs 63.09 lakh.

7 Nov 2026 7:10 pm
High fares, longer journeys, delays make special trains less attractive to passengers: Officials

Railway Ministry claims to operate special trains during the festive rush, yet regular train demand exceeds their capacity. Special trains often have higher fares and longer travel durations compared to regular trains, which leads to disappointment among travelers. Many passengers are willing to book waiting-list tickets for regular trains due to their reliability and punctuality. Railway officials suggest lowering special train fares to attract more passengers amidst ongoing challenges.

7 Nov 2026 6:17 pm
MIT scientists scanned a larval zebrafish brain 200 times per second; ultraviolet light triggered electrical activity that spread across its brain

A groundbreaking microscope developed by MIT enables ultra-fast imaging of neuronal activity in zebrafish brains, achieving scans at an impressive 200 frames per second. Although only 25% of neurons have shown responses thus far, this represents a pivotal stride in neuroscience. Researchers aspire to leverage this technology for insights into neuron interactions within networks, potentially broadening its application to more sophisticated animal models in future investigations.

7 Nov 2026 6:00 pm
The Elder Scrolls: Shadows Of Oblivion: Release date, cost, pre-order, new items and features

The Elder Scrolls: Shadows Of Oblivion is launching on November 30 and acts as an expansion for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Eras Heroes of Tamriel board game. The expansion is based around the Daedric princes. The game adds new enemies, skill and fatigue dice, and a hedonism system. It can be pre-ordered for 20.99 and can be played with 1 to 4 players.

7 Nov 2026 5:55 pm
This European country is offering 3 days off from work to play GTA 6, but there's a catch

The course is not a GTA 6 gaming holiday. It uses open-world games as a learning environment to teach skills that can be applied to professional life. The timing has gained attraction because participants may be able to explore a newly released game while attending an officially recognised educational programme.

7 Nov 2026 5:49 pm
State Bank of India expands US footprint with new branch in Texas

State Bank of India expanded its banking subsidiary footprint in the United States with the inauguration of a new branch of SBIC Bank in Frisco, North Dallas, Texas. The branch, inaugurated by SBI Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Setty, represents the subsidiary's first office outside California and takes its total branch count in the country from seven to eight.

7 Nov 2026 5:45 pm
World's largest penguin colony loses 63% of its Penguins; scientists say climate change is to blame, not volcano

Zavodovski Island, located in the frigid reaches of Antarctica, has witnessed a staggering decline of nearly two-thirds in its breeding chinstrap penguin population since 2011. Researchers attribute this worrying trend to environmental changes and rising ocean temperatures. In contrast, macaroni penguins have thrived, experiencing a 28% increase in numbers, highlighting a shift in biodiversity.

7 Nov 2026 5:43 pm
Death toll in explosion at Oil India's facility in Assam rises to three

Three people have died following an explosion at Oil India Limited's facility in Dibrugarh. The incident occurred during maintenance work at the Intermediate Tank Farm on Friday. Two of the deceased were workers and an engineer who succumbed to burn injuries. The injured were initially treated at Assam Medical College, with three remaining in critical condition. Oil India Limited announced compensation for the families of the deceased and injured individuals.

7 Nov 2026 5:40 pm
Pharma industry steps up API investments to cut import dependence, move up value chain

India's pharmaceutical sector is shifting towards high-value medicines and reducing reliance on imports through local manufacturing. Investments in active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced therapies are on the rise to meet new healthcare demands. Industry leaders highlight the significance of supply-chain resilience and advancements in manufacturing capabilities. Recent data indicates strong domestic market growth and increasing pharmaceutical exports.

7 Nov 2026 5:39 pm
E20 petrol supplied by PSU oil firms meets prescribed quality standards: Oil Min

The government's statement confirmed compliance of 893 petrol samples with prescribed ethanol content standards. Karnataka's Department of Food contested these findings, claiming higher ethanol levels in some petrol samples. Oil marketing companies asserted their sampling procedures were not followed during inspections in Karnataka. They requested access to sampling documentation and proposed joint testing of the ethanol content.

7 Nov 2026 5:21 pm
In 2025, the 867-ton Spirit of Norfolk was sunk off Floridas Okaloosa County coast; the former dinner cruise ship now rests 128 feet underwater

In June 2022, the Spirit of Norfolk, a dinner cruise vessel, suffered a devastating fire and was declared unusable. Following a period of storage, Okaloosa County acquired the ship with a unique plan: to intentionally sink it 128 feet below the surface, creating an artificial reef. This innovative project supports marine ecosystems in line with Florida's commitment to improving underwater habitats through repurposed ships.

7 Nov 2026 5:00 pm