CubeSat achieves challenging laser link to ground
Despite the complexity of the operation, ERMIS-3, an 8U CubeSat developed by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, has established a link with an optical ground station, marking an important step in validating optical communications on small satellites. The demonstration, supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) and achieved using optical terminals developed by Lithuanian company Astrolight, happened only weeks after the satellite
Future-proof security system protects Bitcoin Lightning Network from quantum attacks
Nearly all personal information is stored electronically in our digital age. This sensitive data is protected by digital keys unique to each device that would take today
New study explores how incomplete understanding fuels scientific progress
Scientists spend their careers trying to understand how the world works. Yet even in their own specialties, complete understanding may remain elusive. That idea lies at the center of a new article by Richard Shiffrin, distinguished and Luther Dana Waterman professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University Bloomington, Stephen Stigler of the University of Chicago, and Frank Keil of Yale University.
Beyond visitor numbers: Understanding overtourism risk in suburban Tokyo
Overtourism has become a growing concern in popular tourist destinations, where large numbers of visitors can put pressure on local communities and attractions. However, not all destinations face the same challenges. While busy city centers may struggle to manage crowds, less-visited suburban areas often face the opposite problem: attracting enough visitors. As tourism develops in these areas, an important question arises: Could places that currently receive relatively few visitors face new pressures as tourism grows?
In 2013, divers started placing simple cinder-block pyramids on a Caribbean seabed
Single molecules could provide the building blocks for future quantum networks
Quantum computers rely on qubits as their units of information. To connect them into a larger network across long distances, they need to transmit quantum information using light.
Engineered optical layers reshape how ultrathin gold films break apart under laser light
Dewetting of thin films is a phenomenon in which heat or laser irradiation destabilizes a continuous film, causing it to retract into nanoscale island-like structures. Compared to thermal dewetting, laser-induced dewetting offers greater precision, speed and flexibility and is a promising approach for patterning metallic thin films.
72% of students say they procrastinate. Here
As a high school or college student, you might sometimes find yourself putting off studying to do other tasks even when an important assessment deadline or exam is looming over you.
F1 in Mexico City: Yet another Ferrari fiasco, but that
There was plenty of drama on and off the track for Formula 1 this weekend.
What Australian kids are teaching their parents about tech
Public debates about kids and media often focus on harm. Children are usually seen as vulnerable media users who need adult guidance and protection.
Flexible connectors enable new designer materials built from nanoparticles
Creating better-performing materials comes down to having more control over their structure at the smallest possible scale. One particularly effective way to accomplish that is using nanoparticles, which have highly customizable shapes and sizes and have already shown promise in applications across energy, medicine and electronics.
New study: Children who grow up in poverty are 5 times more likely to be poor young adults
About 757,000 Australian children younger than 15 lived in poverty in 2022
Entrepreneurship: The key to a longer life?
Starting a business might do more than change your career. Turns out, it could change how long you live.
The world has a new plan to save nature, but it still needs the money
A new action plan aims to rescue 2030 nature targets as financing remains inadequate.
Scientific papers are a researcher
A smart window grows a silver shield to keep sunlight
A window can admit welcome daylight but also let in unwanted heat, taxing air conditioning systems. Darkening the glass helps control glare, but the absorption of sunlight warms it. An ideal window would block more incoming heat while also letting trapped heat escape.
National Grid plans massive new substation to support Teesside data center plans
Dorman Point is expected to come online by the end of 2029 with an initial 1,440 MVA capacity
The desire to be remembered may be linked to better mental health
Most people, at some point, wonder what will remain of them after they are gone. Will their family remember them? Will something they created, taught or contributed continue to matter? A new study suggests that this deeply human desire may be connected to mental health. Researchers found that people who more strongly believed they would be remembered after death also tended to report better mental health and lower levels of problematic substance use and addictive behaviors.
Retirement does not make older Australians more lonely
Are older Australians lonelier once they retire from work? New Monash University
Solar Grazing Study: Moderate flocks boost bees at solar farm; heavy grazing cuts gains
Infostealer uses LLMs to compile dossiers on victims
Volta-Autodoxer collates and evaluates data from passwords to Uber Eats receipts
Ultrathin kagome material opens a route to study unusual quantum states
How atoms are arranged inside materials can influence the behavior of electrons and the resulting electronic states. Kagome lattices, repeating arrangements of atoms forming triangles that share corners (with hexagonal spaces between them), have been linked with the emergence of unusual electronic states.
Children can fear snakes and still love nature, new study finds
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Dust-shrouded Milky Way star cluster may be nearly as old as the universe
Astronomers have determined that VVV CL001, a metal-poor globular cluster near the center of the Milky Way, is about 13.4 billion years old, making it one of the oldest known star clusters in our galaxy. The cluster lies behind thick clouds of interstellar dust, which made its distance and age difficult to establish. The paper, outlining the methodology for estimating its age and distance, was posted to the arXiv preprint server on Oct. 20. It has been accepted for publication by Astronomy
Laden with eggs, robots race up sacred Chinese mountain
Dozens of robots took on more than 3,000 steps up one of China
Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes For November 2, 2026: Get Free Rewards
Garena Free Fire MAX players in India can try their luck with redeem codes available on November 2, 2026. Depending on availability and validity, the codes may unlock free in-game rewards, including diamonds, weapon skins, outfits, character items and other collectibles.
Replacing workers with AI? You may come to regret it
New research from Gartner suggests that poor workforce planning means many companies will up rehiring staff
Global sexual health: Why communal knowledge about pleasure and well-being matters
For decades, discussions and decisions about access to contraception, abortion, maternal health care, HIV prevention and treatment, comprehensive sexuality education, gender equity and protection from sexual violence have largely flowed in one direction: from the Global North to the Global South.
Mars dust may be less abrasive than lunar dust, spacesuit samples suggest
Tucked away among its sensors, cameras and navigation tools, NASA
Binance resumes withdrawals after more than $6 billion stolen in hack
Binance said that it had seen withdrawals of around $4.7 billion on Sunday, after more than $6 billion in virtual assets were stolen from the cryptocurrency exchange in a major hack the FBI said North Korea was responsible for.
How permanent daylight saving time could affect schools
Sleep is fundamental to well-being. Decisions to end semiannual clock changes and remain on permanent daylight saving time (DST) in British Columbia, the Northwest Territories, Alberta, Manitoba and northwestern Ontario have consequences for many Canadians due to potential sleep disruption.
The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS carries a chemical clue to conditions in the planetary system of its origin, locked away long before it reached our sun. Its methane signature is unusually rich in heavy hydrogen, suggesting that the comet
Breaking the ice: Scientists use attracting particles to form an anti-spin ice
In a recent Nature Communications study, researchers have reported the realization of an anti-spin ice, a system that does the opposite of conventional spin ices by breaking the ice rule that governs them.
This oddball reflective lava world is challenging to understand
Among Kepler and TESS
Why do people prefer human empathy despite rating AI empathy higher?
More people are turning to artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbots for companionship and to address loneliness. But can AI-generated empathy replace human connection?
Chemists develop AI tool to convert human ingenuity into life-enhancing enzymes
Many have voiced concerns that artificial intelligence will take jobs away from humans. But assistant professor of chemistry Zhongyue (John) Yang, along with his former doctoral student Qianzhen Shao (now a postdoc at Stanford) and other team members, has created an AI tool that aims to elevate the work that scientists do
Ultracold atoms simulate hard-to-observe matter-antimatter pair production
According to quantum electrodynamics, the theory describing interactions between light and electrically charged particles, a sufficiently strong electric field can, in principle, convert some of its energy into particles and their antimatter partners. A particle
Four superconducting cables link two large quantum processors into one
As quantum computers grow more ambitious, many researchers believe the best way forward is to build them in multiple interconnected parts. In these modular designs, separate quantum processors are linked so they can work together as one larger machine. For this to happen, however, connections must carry fragile quantum information without destroying it.
New gel fuel could make rocket and satellite propulsion easier to control
A kerosene-based gel developed by Concordia researchers could make rocket and satellite fuels easier to store and control.
In 1901,sponge divers off the Greek island of Antikythera recovered a gear from 2,000 years ago
'Going to be one of Delhi's biggest rallies': K C Venugopal on INDIA bloc protest on November 1
K C Venugopal affirmed the participation and preparation for the INDIA bloc rally scheduled for November 1 in Delhi. He claimed that people were coming from across the nation to attend this significant event. Rahul Gandhi has also called for a march leading to Ramlila Maidan despite no permission being granted by Delhi Police. An impeachment program against CEC Gyanesh Kumar is planned at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's residence.
'GONE WITH THE WIND': Trump's 'Hair-Raising' Moment Goes Viral, Internet Unloads With Savage Mockery
US President Donald Trump had an unexpected battle with the wind while climbing the steps of Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on October 30. As Trump prepared to fly to Florida, strong gusts appeared to lift the side of his trademark blonde hairstyle, leaving his famous comb-over looking noticeably dishevelled. The moment was captured on camera and quickly became a talking point on social media, with several X users mocking the president. One user shared a collage of photographs with the caption Gone With The Wind, while others joined in with jokes about Trump's wind-blown hair. Trump has repeatedly rejected rumours that he wears a wig.
Amy Actons Slurred Rally Speech Sparks 'Drunk' Speculation
A fresh campaign controversy has erupted around Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton after her halting, unusual-sounding remarks at a Toledo rally sent social media into a frenzy. Acton stumbled over her words while addressing supporters, prompting critics to mock her delivery and question whether she was drunk. Some conservative commentators branded her hammered, but there is no verified evidence that she was intoxicated. The viral moment comes amid an increasingly bitter showdown with Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy, with Acton accusing his campaign of exploiting her troubled childhood through a controversial attack ad featuring her estranged mother. As the Ohio governors race heats up, Actons speech has become another flashpoint in an already bruising political battle.
K'taka CM defends 8 per litre milk price hike, says farmers will benefit
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday defended the milk price hike, saying it was necessary to safeguard farmers' interests, particularly when the state was reeling under severe drought. He said the decision also reflected the government's reverence for the cow, regarded as a mother, and its commitment to protecting cattle. The Karnataka Cabinet on Thursday approved a Rs 8 per litre increase in milk prices across all categories. According to Shivakumar, milk producers had sought a hike of Rs 12 per litre. Prices are much higher in neighbouring states, and farmers in Karnataka were moving their milk to those states. Milk availability is declining as well. Due to drought, milk production has come down, Shivakumar told reporters here. We have no other option. If we want to protect our cows, we must provide them with good food. To provide them with food, we need fodder. For fodder to be available, farmers must be in a good financial position and have money in their ha
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a strong warning to the United States, directing the country's armed forces to respond immediately and without geographical restrictions to any fresh military threat. His warning comes amid...
Rest finally in sight for (some of) India's T20I globetrotters
It's been an extremely busy period for India's T20I team, but most of them will be able to get a break after the final match in Hamilton
'Ilhan Omar is a brilliant low IQ student': Trump mocks Minnesota Dem, says 'she can fix Somalia'
'They're Beautiful': Trumps Odd Sister Rant Triggers Fresh Cognitive Decline Debate
Donald Trump has left social media buzzing after delivering an extraordinary sister-related rant while taking aim at Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar during a Florida rally. Insisting he had never married either of his sisters, the president declared, Theyre beautiful, but I was never particularly attracted to either of them. Trump then turned the bizarre comparison into another attack on Omar, repeating allegations surrounding her reported marriage to her brother and questioning her real name. Omar has denied the marriage allegations, and the claims remain contested. The presidents unusual remarks have since fuelled online mockery, debate and a fresh wave of reactions to his latest rally performance.
'No personal enmity with CEC, want ECI to work impartially,' says Kharge
The Congress president was speaking at a 'mock impeachment' of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar conducted in New Delhi by Opposition parties
Down 0-6 in the final against USA's Abigail Nette, few would have fancied Manisha Bhanwala to win the most important match of her career so far. The 29-year-old had other ideas in the women's 59kg gold medal match at the World Wrestling Championships
Ronaldo's Influence, Manisha's Glory: World Champion On Iconic Celebration
Down 0-6 in the final against USA's Abigail Nette, few would have fancied Manisha Bhanwala to win the most important match of her career so far. The 29-year-old had other ideas in the women's 59kg...
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Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has highlighted Ladakhs GI-tagged seabuckthorn, describing the fruit as a nutritional treasure that could boost local livelihoods and promote Indias natural heritage globally. Often called Ladakh Gold because of its golden-orange colour, seabuckthorn is known for its rich nutritional profile and ability to survive in extreme climatic conditions.
Fashion On Feeds, Food On Feet: Why India's Vegetable Shopping Resists The Web
The wider digital purchases are primarily concentrated in consumables and services, with a share of 39.68%, followed by durable goods at 23.3%, while purchases of food items remain comparatively limited.
A large number of people, including students, youth, NCC cadets and members of the general public, participated in the 'Run for Unity' organised by the Anantnag District Administration on Saturday to mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) and commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as the 'Iron Man of India'. The event witnessed massive public participation and patriotic fervour, with Deputy Commissioner Anantnag Dr Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat (IAS), along with DIG Anantnag and SSP Anantnag, leading the march. The programme commenced at Sports Stadium Anantnag and culminated at Government Degree College (GDC), Anantnag. Officers and officials from the civil and police administrations, besides students, youth and members of the general public, participated in the event. While speaking to reporters, Deputy Commissioner Dr Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat thanked the people of Anantnag for their enthusiastic participation and said such occasions play an imp...
Tiger Revival In Bengal's Buxa Reserve Hits Snag As Tigress Wanders To Assam
For over a decade, the Buxa Tiger Reserve had no tiger population after a decline that began around 2009-2010. Declared a Tiger Reserve in 1983, Buxa forms part of a larger wildlife landscape with connectivity to forests and protected areas of Bhutan and Assam.
Digital Desk | Ghaziabad, Oct 31 (IANS) Drawing parallels of current politics with Hindu epic Mahabharata, Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam said on Saturday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is 'Arjun' and will break through all the 'Chakravyuhas' (traps), asserting that in 2029, the oath-taking ceremony for his fourth term as the Prime Minister will resonate across the country. Speaking to IANS, Krishnam said, Under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi, the entire Kaurava clan and the Kaurava faction are coming together. All the Kauravas are uniting and attacking PM Narendra Modi, thinking of him as Abhimanyu. All these Kauravas, all the great warriors, and the entire Kaurava clan gathering in the Opposition should understand very clearly that PM Narendra Modi is not Abhimanyu; he is Arjuna, he added. He also claimed that PM Modi will break all the Chakravyuhas. He (PM Modi) will break all the Chakravyuhas, and in 2029, the oath will echo: 'I, Narendra Modi, taking oath for the fourth time as the Prime Minister of India,' Krishnam said. The former Congress leader also took a swipe at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, saying that he had now become an object of pity. Mallikarjun Kharge has now become an object of pity. He is no longer a spark. A spent cartridge and extinguished ashes cannot explode, he told IANS. His remarks came amid a political row over Kharge's alleged 'baap' jibe at Prime Minister Modi during an event in Patna. Amid the uproar, senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury came to the defence of the party President, describing the controversy as an attempt to make a mountain out of a molehill. Chowdhury said that Kharge's remark was metaphorical, rooted in local jargon, and was not meant to be taken literally. He said the expression implied that even someone stronger than PM Modi could be defeated. The government of our country always tries to find a little hole anywhere. They know the art of making a mountain out of a molehill. What our President said was meant metaphorically -- that even someone stronger than PM Modi can be defeated, he added. This is a local jargon. It means that someone may be stronger than PM Modi. It was used in a metaphorical manner; it does not literally mean 'father', Chowdhury added. The remarks have triggered a political debate, with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticising Kharges comments while Congress leaders maintain that the statement was being misinterpreted.
'It was a big moment for me personally': Henderson on Chelsea home debut
Digital Desk | London, Oct 31 (IANS) Chelsea midfielder Jordan Henderson described scoring on his home debut as a special, emotional moment, saying he had dreamed of making a strong start after a long time away from the game. Henderson, who scored twice on his home debut earlier this month, found the back of the net within the opening two minutes of Chelsea's 5-1 victory over Bournemouth. The midfielder said the early goal was unforgettable, especially after the challenges he faced before earning a chance to start for the London-based club. You can never prepare for stuff like that. It was quite emotional for me because I've been out for so long and then came to start at Chelsea and have to wait a little bit, Henderson said in an exclusive interview with Chelsea's matchday programme ahead of their Premier League fixture against Manchester United. The midfielder added that making an immediate impact was something he had been hoping for since joining the club and expressed relief that things worked out as he had imagined. So it was a big moment for me personally, but it was just something that I'd dreamt of over the few months that I've been here that I could get a good start, and thankfully it happened in the first couple of minutes, he said. Henderson also opened up about adapting to a different midfield role under head coach Xabi Alonso, particularly his partnership with Ecuadorian midfielder Moises Caicedo. The 35-year-old said playing in a double pivot alongside Caicedo has been a different experience compared to his previous roles but admitted that the quality of his teammate has made the adjustment easier. I think it's been a little bit different from what I've done in the past, playing a little bit of a double pivot with Moi. But when you play with somebody like Moi, he makes it so easy, Henderson said. He also showered praise on Caicedo, describing him as one of the finest midfielders in world football and highlighting the importance of building a strong understanding with him on the pitch. He's a world-class midfielder, probably one of the best in the world in his position. So for me it's trying to help him and have a good relationship with him as much as possible, and he's an incredible player to play with, which makes it easier for me, he added.
A wonderful experience awaits: PM Modi showcases 'Rain Forest' attraction at Gujarats Ekta Nagar
Digital Desk | Ekta Nagar (Gujarat), Oct 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the Rain Forest attraction at Ekta Nagar in Gujarats Narmada district, describing its glass skywalk as a special feature offering visitors a view of the Statue of Unity. In a post on social media platform X after visiting the attraction, PM Modi said: A wonderful experience awaits you at the Rainforest in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia! Immerse yourself in the beauty of lush greenery and nature. The Skywalk is a special attraction, offering a unique experience. Enjoy breathtaking views of the majestic Statue of Unity. The Prime Minister visited the Rain Forest and Vaman Vriksha Vatika on Saturday as part of his programme marking the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, observed as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas. Earlier, he paid floral tributes to Patel at the Statue of Unity and inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 31 tourism and infrastructure projects worth Rs 426.71 crore in the area. The Rain Forest is among the new attractions developed to expand the tourism offerings around the Statue of Unity. Spread across approximately 47,000 square metres, the facility features a glass-deck skywalk about 220 metres long, designed to give visitors an elevated view of the forest canopy and the surrounding landscape. The attraction brings together evergreen plant species from different ecological regions of India, including the Western Ghats, the Himalayas and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It also features an artificial waterfall, a circular pond, connecting bridges and landscaped walking trails. An information centre with interactive displays has been developed to familiarise visitors with rainforest ecology, biodiversity and conservation. A children's activity area is also part of the facility. The Rain Forest was among the tourism projects inaugurated by PM Modi as part of the Rs 307.83-crore package of 23 completed works. The Gujarat government's project list places its cost at Rs 14.30 crore. The wider package also includes an IRCTC hotel, an Ekta Cruise and an Eco Trail, along with sewage and water treatment facilities and improved visitor amenities. The Prime Minister also inaugurated the 'Vaman Vriksha Vatika' during his visit. The two nature-oriented attractions add to the range of experiences available to visitors to the Statue of Unity, which was built in memory of Patel and is the world's tallest statue. The remaining eight projects in the Rs 426.71-crore package include the Gora-Bhanadra Road worth Rs 118.88 crore, a smart zero-waste integrated solid waste management project, Khalwani Eco-Tourism and an integrated Cactus and Butterfly Garden.
Buyers' promise to save Melbourne family home moves longtime owners to tears
Every year, countless tons of discarded asphalt shingles fill landfills across the U.S. Since 2003, Missouris Department of Transportation has ingeniously repurposed these shingles for roadbuilding. This initiative has successfully minimized landfill waste while delivering substantial savings in road upkeep. Studies indicate that roads constructed with recycled shingles perform reliably, prompting other states to explore similar eco-friendly strategies for managing roofing waste.
Foodies, meet Tang Huan: China's answer to India's much-loved Jalebi
NFL Legend Nate Newton Sounds Alarm Over Jerry Jones' Plan To Bring Back Dallas Cowboys Icon
Jerry Jones says he could and would hire Troy Aikman, and Aikman admits he would take a good look. Former Cowboys Nate Newton and Darren Woodson see the move very differently
NFL Legend Nate Newton Sounds Alarm Over Jerry Jones' Plan
Jerry Jones says he could and would hire Troy Aikman, and Aikman admits he would take a good look. Former Cowboys Nate Newton and Darren Woodson see the move very differently
The Story Behind Charley Hull's Early Family Support and Her Rise In Women's Golf
Charley Hull's childhood love for golf, supported by her family, paved the way for her professional career.
Fewer IIT and IIM graduates are turning entrepreneurs in 2026, even as India's startup ecosystem expands. Only 79 IIT alumni and 20 IIM alumni founded tech startups between January and August. Experts attribute the startup boom to AI tools, lower costs and layoffs, but flag untapped talent.
Ranbir Kapoor praised the VFX artists, saying thousands of people worked tirelessly to perfect every frame of the Ramayana sequence.
India's Fuel Export Tax Revision: Petrol Duty Falls To Nil, Diesel And ATF Levies Rise
India Move Up To Fourth In WTC Points Table After Bangladesh's Loss To West Indies
World Test Championship: India gained a crucial place in the World Test Championship (WTC) points table after the West Indies defeated Bangladesh in the first Test match at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium near Dhaka on Saturday. The Windies chased down a meagre total of 170 on Day 4 of the Test as Brandon King made an unbeaten 81, while No.4 Kavem Hodge also remained unscathed on 31. They helped the visitors hunt down the target in only 35.1 overs with eight wickets in hand. After the result, Bangladesh slipped to No.5 in the WTC standings as India moved up from fifth to fourth. West Indies remain eighth but have closed in on the seventh-ranked Sri Lankan side. Before the game, Bangladesh were fourth with a PCT of 55.56%, having won three of their six matches with one drawn game. India were fifth with a PCT of 51.52%, having bagged five wins and two draws in 11 matches. The Windies chased down a meagre total of 170 on Day 4 of the Test as Brandon King made an unbeaten 81, while No.4 Kavem Hodge also remained unscathed on 31. They helped the visitors hunt down the target in only 35.1 overs with eight wickets in hand. After the result, Bangladesh slipped to No.5 in the WTC standings as India moved up from fifth to fourth. West Indies remain eighth but have closed in on the seventh-ranked Sri Lankan side. Before the game, Bangladesh were fourth with a PCT of 55.56%, having won three of their six matches with one drawn game. India were fifth with a PCT of 51.52%, having bagged five wins and two draws in 11 matches in this WTC cycle. The Windies were eighth with a PCT of 20.83%. However, the Windies' victory has changed the standings. Bangladesh's PCT has dropped to 47.62%, and they fell behind India. The West Indies now have a PCT of 26.92% as they moved closer to Sri Lanka's PCT of 33.33%. Following the win, West Indies captain Roston Chase stated that the team wants to end the WTC cycle with a sixth or fifth place finish. Yeah, well, we came here with a goal to win these two Test matches to go up in the rankings. We want to finish at least sixth or fifth in the table. And to do that, we need to win these two matches, Chase said after the win. In the match, left-arm finger-spinner Jomel Warrican and Roston Chase ruled the roost in both innings. Bangladesh batted first and made 272, with opener Shadman Islam making 105. Warrican picked up a five-wicket haul as he made life difficult for the Bangladesh players. In reply, the Windies made 245 on the back of half-centuries from John Campbell and Tagenarine Chanderpaul and contributions from Justin Greaves (46) and Chase (43). Off-spinner Nayeem Hasan picked up 4-33. In the match, left-arm finger-spinner Jomel Warrican and Roston Chase ruled the roost in both innings. Bangladesh batted first and made 272, with opener Shadman Islam making 105. Warrican picked up a five-wicket haul as he made life difficult for the Bangladesh players. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
INDIA Bloc's Mock Impeachment Of Gyanesh Kumar Underway At M Kharge's House, BJP Jabs Rahul Gandhi
The BJP reacted by jabbing Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, saying he was now sitting in a Parliament of his own choice, unable to win elections in reality.
Iran's Supreme leader calls for 'geographically unrestricted' response to enemy threats
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has directed the military to prepare for immediate responses to potential threats. He emphasized that responses should not be limited by geographical boundaries. Additionally, Khamenei insisted on increasing military production and improving intelligence capabilities. These directives follow escalating tensions with the US and Israel, particularly over incidents in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran remains poised to retaliate against any aggressive actions by its adversaries.
While his return was seen as a potential solution to India's bowling concerns, Bhuvneshwar Kumar's performances in the first three T20Is against New Zealand left much to be desired.
Ajay Devgn challenges FDA's notice in Bombay High Court amid pan masala ad row
Actor Ajay Devgn, who earlier received a notice from the FDA regarding his endorsement of Vimal Elaichi through its advertisement, has now challenged the notice in the Bombay High Court
Mock Parliament: INDIA Bloc Hold 'Public Impeachment' of CEC Gyanesh
The symbolic protest demonstration against the CEC and the Union Government as part of the oppositions Mock Parliament initiative, against SIR irregularities
Seabirds racing home over the ocean can get jet-lagged
A long flight home from feeding grounds messes with birds' internal clocks.
Former England batter Kevin Pietersen on Saturday said he is not a full-time employee of the side, but is associated with them as a consultant, and will not travel with the white-ball side for every game over the next 12 months.
Anti-India Slogans Return In Bangladesh: 'Delhi Nahi, Dhaka' Chanted At Protest In Capital
There were anti-India slogans shouted out during a protest march held in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka on Friday, October 30. As many as thousands are reported to have joined the protest that took place in Bangladesh against the government of Prime Minister
IT: Welcome to Derry Halloween special hints at season 2's dark secrets. Here's what we know
A Story of Derry, a Halloween special from HBO Max, premiered on October 31, 2026. This 30-minute episode showcases events set centuries before the original IT story. The shows second season is in development, with filming anticipated to start in 2027. Executive producer Sarah Aubrey expressed enthusiasm about returning to Derrys chilling world. New characters and a fresh portrayal of Pennywise are expected in the upcoming season.
Canada: Khalistani rallies become recurring nuisance, tarnish Sikh community's reputation
Digital Desk | Ottawa, Oct 31 (IANS) The Khalistani extremist network's dismissal of gang indictments and court charges as irrelevant propaganda does little to advance accountability and instead undermines the credibility of those who continue to associate with it, a report has stated. Canadian Sikhs have every right to demand transparency and a fair process in the June 2023 killing of pro-Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, but do not have to tolerate fringe elements that repeatedly turn this demand into a nuisance for the wider community, a report in 'Khalsa Vox' mentioned. Surrey police did what any responsible force must do: they restored order outside the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir after a Khalistani protest turned disorderly. Arrests were made amid the usual yellow flags, and the crowd dispersed. The protesters continued to demand justice for Hardeep Singh Nijjars killer while denying any connection to criminal gangs. That combination of disruption and denial is not political advocacy. It is a recurring nuisance that damages the reputation of the broader Sikh community in Canada, the report detailed. Nijjars 2023 killing outside a Surrey gurdwara was a crime. Four men face murder charges in Canadian courts. Separately, a US federal indictment unsealed in 2026 as part of Operation Hard Ball alleges that Lawrence Bishnoi and his North American lieutenant, Satinderjeet Singh (Goldy Brar), ordered the assassination. The FBI has placed Brar on its Ten Most Wanted list with a $1 million reward, it added. Citing RCMP officials involved in the joint probe, the report noted that investigators had found no evidence linking Indian government officials to the organised-crime charges. It referred to leaked audio, in which Brar allegedly claimed responsibility and indicated drug-related grievances, which remained unauthenticated by Canadian authorities, while the formal US charges stand. The protesters refusal to engage with these details while insisting that India is the only possible culprit reflects selective blindness rather than principle, Khalsa Vox mentioned. What makes these actions a particular nuisance is the location and the pattern. Protests repeatedly target Hindu temples and Indian consular events rather than confining themselves to gurdwaras or open public spaces. In November 2024, a similar confrontation at the same Mandir produced violence and three arrests during a consular camp for seniors, the report stated. Court orders and buffer zones around temples in Surrey and elsewhere exist precisely because past gatherings linked to Sikhs for Justice and related groups have involved intimidation, clashes, and vandalism. Targeting a place of worship of another faith under the banner of Sikh sovereignty does not advance any legitimate grievance. It imports conflict into Canadian neighbourhoods and paints ordinary Sikhs with the same brush, it noted.
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'Akka' review: Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte
Highlights Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte lead Netflix's five-episode crime drama set in a fictional south Indian region ruled by an 800-year-old sisterhood. The series explores whether women in positions of absolute power can avoid reproducing the oppressive systems traditionally associated with patriarchy. Strong performances, sharp dialogue and stylised storytelling make Akka engaging, although its political ideas are not always fully explored. What happens when women take control of a world traditionally dominated by men? Does changing the gender of those in power automatically create a fairer society? Netflix's Akka , led by Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte, explores these uncomfortable questions through a violent crime saga built around an 800-year-old sisterhood. Set in the fictional south Indian region of Perunuru, the five-episode series follows a powerful matriarchal community that controls the criminal underworld and the lucrative gold and illicit liquor trades. While its premise offers an interesting reversal of conventional crime dramas, the story gradually reveals that replacing male rulers with women does not necessarily dismantle the systems of oppression they inherit. Instead, the series suggests that absolute power can corrupt regardless of gender. A matriarchal empire built on power and privilege The sisterhood's descendants have divided Perunuru into three territories: Malemar, Perplady and Herkada. Each is governed by women from the ruling family, who have maintained their influence by eliminating male competitors and controlling lucrative state contracts. At the centre of this empire is Malemar, the most powerful territory. It is led by the calculating Muthakka (Tanvi Azmi), whose position is eventually inherited by the more morally conflicted Bhavani (Keerthy Suresh). The community follows strict rules that reverse traditional gender roles. The birth of a girl is celebrated, men are expected to remain subordinate, and women cannot inherit the revered position of Akka without having a child. Traditional marriage and interference from the mainland are also rejected. The premise gives Akka an intriguing starting point. However, beneath its female-led power structure lies a familiar hierarchy built on wealth, caste and social exclusion. Debutant writer-director Dharmaraj Shetty draws from the visual language of classic Indian crime dramas, creating a gritty and highly stylised setting. The writing is crisp, the dialogues by Hussain and Abbas Dalal have bite, and the production design complements the narrative. Across its five episodes, the series maintains a strong internal logic, with its twists generally avoiding unnecessary detours. Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte bring the power struggle to life The threat to the sisterhood arrives from Bombay in the form of Rudra (Radhika Apte), a ruthless outsider backed by mafia don Shankar (Mahesh Manjrekar). With links to Perunuru, he wants to seize control of its illicit trade, using men and boys who have long been sidelined by the ruling women. The conflict between Bhavani and Rudra is not simply a battle between two ambitious women. It is rooted in socio-economic and caste divisions, exposing the exclusion that has helped sustain the sisterhood's empire for centuries. Bhavani represents an entrenched elite determined to protect its privileges under the guise of tradition. Her defence of Perunuru's customs is ultimately a defence of the existing order. Rudra, meanwhile, emerges from the exploitation and resentment created by that very system. Suresh brings vulnerability and strength to Bhavani, conveying the character's moral dilemmas and the burden of inherited privilege. However, the writing occasionally limits her ability to explore these conflicts beyond the surface. Apte is equally compelling as Rudra, a character who deliberately adopts the aggressive language and behaviour traditionally associated with male crime bosses. Her performance is loud, confrontational and physically commanding, moving away from the familiar portrayal of a quiet victim seeking revenge. Yet Rudra's rebellion is not necessarily about liberating the oppressed. She wants to replace the person at the top rather than dismantle the structure itself. Her ambition raises an important question: is she challenging an unjust system or simply preparing to become its next ruler? The confrontations between Apte and Suresh are among the series' strongest moments. Their contrasting performance styles give the power struggle an intensity that keeps the narrative engaging. Does Akka challenge patriarchy or simply reverse it? One of the series' most interesting ideas is that a matriarchal society can be just as exclusionary and ruthless as a patriarchal one. By introducing caste and subaltern politics into its crime narrative, Akka moves beyond a straightforward story of women fighting for control. The sisterhood has survived for centuries partly by exploiting marginalised communities, whose members have helped maintain its power while remaining excluded from its privileges. This exposes the contradiction at the heart of Perunuru: a society that celebrates female leadership can still preserve deeply unequal social structures. The argument also gives Rudra's character greater significance. Her challenge to Bhavani's authority reflects the resentment of those who have been pushed to the margins. However, her methods suggest that removing one powerful ruler does not automatically create a more equitable society. At times, the series appears to dress conventional crime-drama tropes in progressive language. Its stylised violence and dramatic confrontations provide commercial entertainment, but some of its political ideas could have benefited from greater depth. Ultimately, Akka makes a compelling point about the nature of power. Simply changing who occupies the throne does not change the rules governing it. While the series does not explore every aspect of this argument with equal success, its central conflict, strong performances and striking setting make it an engaging watch. Verdict: Akka is a stylish, performance-driven crime drama that uses a matriarchal world to question the mechanics of power and privilege. Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte make its central battle compelling, even when the writing struggles to match the complexity of its ideas. Akka is streaming on Netflix.
