How firelight may have shaped the origins of spoken language
When asked about the greatest innovation of humans, people often say language or fire. A new paper suggests these innovations may be more interlinked than we previously assumed.
Scientists have long speculated why Venus, with a size, mass and structure similar to Earth
To understand the solar cycle, notice how the sun sleeps
The sun is such a constant in our lives that it can be difficult to imagine our star ever changing. But the sun can be quite variable. There are times when its magnetic field is turbulent and generates many sunspots and other times when it is quiet and dormant. Since the 1800s, we
For two weeks in September, everyone wants to be Italian
Longitudinal survey finds little evidence that social tech predicts life satisfaction in adults
Social technologies, digital tools that allow people to communicate and share content with each other online, have become a central way of communicating for many people worldwide. Yet the possible effects of these technologies on the well-being and life satisfaction of regular users are still widely debated.
Dont believe in misinformation campaigns on lands: Ponguleti
He said the Congress had a history of implementing land reforms and distributing land to landless Dalits and other marginalised communities
CPI (M) seeks online donations for Bengal bypolls
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 20 (IANS) CPI(M), the lead party in the West Bengal Left Front, has issued a social media message seeking online donations for the forthcoming bypolls in Nandigram Assembly Constituency in East Midnapore district and Rejinagar Assembly Constituency in Murshidabad district. CPI(M) Politburo member and state secretary Md Salim shared the appeal on social media, attaching a QR code through which people can contribute online to the partys election fund. The bypolls for Nandigram and Rejinagar will be held on October 6, with counting scheduled for October 9. The appeal comes as the Left Front faces internal challenges, particularly in Rejinagar. While CPIs Shanti Gopal Giri is the unanimously accepted Left Front candidate in Nandigram, both CPI(M) and the Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP) have fielded candidates in Rejinagar. After CPI(M)s Syed Asad Ali was chosen as the Front-nominated candidate in Rejinagar, the RSP revolted and fielded its own candidate, Bikash Chandra Mishra. Salim urged supporters: Help as much as you can by donating to the election fund for campaigning for the upcoming Rejinagar and Nandigram assembly by-elections. During the last West Bengal Assembly elections earlier this year, CPI(M) had also appealed for funds through social media. At that time, Trinamool Congress ridiculed CPI(M) for seeking online donations, arguing it was contradictory given the Left Fronts opposition to computerisation in government offices during its 34-year rule from 1977 to 2011. CPI(M) leaders dismissed the criticism, saying many left-minded voters, though not active party members, wish to support the party financially during elections. This online donation system is aimed at making it easy for such voters to donate. Remember, our party does not have electoral bonds like others. Our leadership believes in the help from common people, a state committee member said.
Dilpreet Singh Slams 4 Goals As India Beat Indonesia 13-1 In Asian Games Men's Hockey Opener
Striker Dilpreet Singh showed glimpses of his brilliance with four goals as defending champions India outplayed minnows Indonesia 13-1 in their opening Pool A match of the Asian Games on Sunday.
Asian Games Hockey: India Crushes Indonesia 13-1 In Opening Match
Defending champions India began their Asian Games campaign with a dominant 13-1 victory over Indonesia in their opening Pool A match. Striker Dilpreet Singh led the charge with four goals, supported by braces from Shilanand Lakra and Sukhjeet Singh. India's focus remains on securing the gold medal and a direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
You Graduate From IIMB You Don't Really Leave
Across generations, professions and continents, the IIM-Bangalore alumni community keeps finding new reasons to meet, learn, celebrate and help each other
BJP Organizes Blood and Organ Donation Camps in Chandigarh to Honor PM Modi
The BJP in Chandigarh held blood and organ donation camps to celebrate PM Modis birthday and 25 years of public service. BJP Organizes Blood and Organ Donation Camps in Chandigarh to Honor PM Modi
India Sweep Indonesia 3-0 In Both Men's, Women's Table Tennis Openers At Asian Games
India's men's and women's teams began their table tennis campaigns at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with identical 3-0 wins over Indonesia.
BGMI Kiaraa Update 2026: How To Summon The New Diwali Boss And Claim Exclusive Rewards
Krafton is preparing to bring a distinctly Indian festive update to Battlegrounds Mobile India, with Kiaraa set to arrive in BGMI on October 8. The new character is being positioned differently from past celebrity-led or licensed collaborations, as Kiaraa has been
West Virginia teen builds low-cost bionic hand, selected for national science competition
T. rex teeth indicate it ran as warm as an elephant
Isotope ratios provide a hint that the giants were actively managing temperatures.
Dont wash your curtains before doing this: The simple cleaning trick you may be missing
Curtains can collect dust, pet hair, pollen and everyday grime, making regular cleaning important for a fresher home. Before washing them, try one simple housekeeping secret: vacuum the curtains thoroughly using a soft upholstery or brush attachment. Focus on folds, pleats and hems where dust gathers. Then check the care label before washing, drying and ironing them according to the fabrics specific requirements.
Asian Games: India begin men's hockey title defence with 13-1 rout of Indonesia
Digital Desk | Nagoya, Sep 20 (IANS) India launched their Asian Games mens hockey title defence in emphatic fashion, decimating Indonesia 13-1 in their opening Pool A encounter on Sunday. Eight different goal-scorers were on target for the Indian team, headlined by Dilpreet Singh's four-goal haul, as India put on a clinical display from the first whistle to the last. With a comprehensive win to start their campaign, India will next take on Sri Lanka in their second Pool A fixture on September 22. India got off to a fast start with Shilanand Lakra converting a rebound off Harmanpreet Singh's saved drag-flick in the 6th minute, before Abhishek doubled the advantage in the 12th minute, turning home a rebound after the initial effort was parried by Indonesia custodian Alam Fajar. Despite Fajar producing a couple of early saves to deny Mandeep Singh, India carried the momentum into the break, closing the first quarter with a 2-0 lead. The second quarter saw the Men in Blue run riot. Dilpreet Singh struck twice inside two minutes (18th, 19th) to open his account for the tournament, followed by a well-worked finish from Rajinder Singh in the 19th minute and a first goal of the campaign for Mandeep Singh (21st). Harmanpreet Singh added a penalty corner strike in the 28th minute, though he had earlier seen a penalty stroke saved by Fajar diving to his right. India went into the half-time break with a commanding 7-0 lead, having found the target from open play, penalty corners, and a variety of combinations across the pitch. Indonesia found their first goal of the match early in the third quarter when captain Aulia Al Ardh converted a penalty corner in the 33rd minute, reducing the deficit to 7-1 after a video referral confirmed the decision in Indonesia's favour. India responded swiftly to the setback, with Shilanand Lakra netting his second of the match (35th) and Dilpreet Singh completing his hat-trick (37th), before Sukhjeet Singh joined the scoring column in the 38th minute to push the lead out to 10-1 by the end of the third quarter. India continued their relentless attacking play in the final quarter. Jugraj Singh converted from India's second penalty corner attempt in the 47th minute after his first effort was blocked by the first rusher, before Sukhjeet Singh added his second of the match (48th) from a well-worked move, finishing off a driving run down the right flank. Dilpreet Singh rounded off a personal tally of four goals in the 49th minute, deflecting home after an initial touch from Abhishek, to take the score to a commanding 13-1 as the remaining minutes wound down with Indonesia retaining possession in the circle.
NDA Leaders Salary Donation for Bihar Flood Relief Praised by Rajiv Ranjan
Rajiv Ranjan commends NDA leaders for donating their salaries to aid Bihar flood victims, highlighting the importance of collective efforts in disaster relief. NDA Leaders Salary Donation for Bihar Flood Relief Praised by Rajiv Ranjan
Donald Trump Cuts Short Weekend At Camp David As Tensions Rise In Middle East
There was no explanation from the administration why Trump was no longer returning on Sunday from Camp David, a secluded presidential complex in rural Maryland.
No LPG Subsidy If Aadhaar E-KYC Is Not Done From October 1: What Consumers Need To Know
The Domestic LPG consumers will have to complete their Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA), if they want to get subsidised on refill gas at regulated selling price from 1 October 2026. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas announced the rule on
Israeli President Pardons Ex-Soldier Over Killing of Incapacitated Palestinian
In 2016 Elor Azaria killed a Palestinian attacker who had been injured, fueling a public debate both at home and abroad over Israeli military actions.
Israels president pardons soldier who killed wounded Palestinian in 2016
Elor Azaria had shot a Palestinian who had already been incapacitated by Israeli troops, in controversial case. Israels president pardons soldier who killed wounded Palestinian in 2016
Israeli president pardons combat medic who shot dead wounded Palestinian attacker
Humans are bringing their own AI to work, but not without doubts and woes
A new University of Konstanz study finds workplace AI adoption is growing slowly, with many employees bringing their own AI tools to work.
Reconstructing the Great Miami Hurricane of 1926
The first storm warning for the Miami area wasn
Two-color light steers electrons through graphene
The electronic properties of materials are typically determined by their structure under normal, undisturbed conditions, when they are in a state known as equilibrium. Intense light beams, however, can temporarily reshape a material
Israel President Herzog pardons soldier Elor Azaria in landmark West Bank case
Israel President Herzog pardons soldier Elor Azaria in landmark West Bank case
F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong: Sensitive components of the US-made F-35 fighter jet were reportedly diverted to Hong Kong while being shipped from Australia to the US for repairs, prompting an investigation and congressional briefings over concerns about potential exposure of sensitive technology. The shipment reportedly included an F-35 cockpit canopy, which contains radar-absorbent material, although there is no public evidence that China obtained or examined the parts.
Israel Pardons Combat Medic Who Shot Dead Wounded Palestinian Attacker
Elor Azaria's conviction for manslaughter and his release after serving two-thirds of his sentence drew enormous attention in Israel, where military service is compulsory for most Jewish men.
Bringing ice sheets to life: Releasing a dynamic ice sheet modeling workflow for Australia
Ice sheets are fundamental components of the Earth system. Antarctica and Greenland, the two ice sheets currently on Earth, don
For decades, an idea has grown in paleontology that, long before scientists began digging up and reconstructing dinosaur bones, the Indigenous San and Basotho in southern Africa noticed them too, incorporating them into songs, myths and immortalizing them on cave walls. But under closer scrutiny, these claims begin to crumble.
Prafull Hinge Eager to Shine for India A Against Australia A
Prafull Hinge is set to make his debut for India A, focusing on the upcoming red-ball series against Australia A in Puducherry. Prafull Hinge Eager to Shine for India A Against Australia A
Google's Gemini AI was unintentionally given access to the internet, and it broke into the systems of three companies, following similar instances of hacking by OpenAI and Anthropic's AI models.
Learning another language may be one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy
Research suggests that bilingualism can offer cognitive benefits.
Many of the moons orbiting Saturn, Uranus and Neptune likely conceal oceans of liquid water beneath miles of icy shell. Because life as we know it needs water, these buried oceans rank among the most promising places to search for life beyond Earth.
Rings around a tiny body have changed over the past decade
Chariklo is only about 250 km across, but it has two rings, and they're changing.
BGMI Redeem Codes for September 25, 2026: 50 Codes Available for Free Rewards
KRAFTON India has released a fresh set of BGMI redeem codes as part of its ongoing redeem code calendar. This week's reward is the Meadows Backpack, a nature-inspired cosmetic featuring a soft green finish, floral embroidery and woven strap detailing. The
Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for September 19, 2026: Get Access to the Latest In-game Loot
Embark on a gaming journey with Garena Free Fire MAX, a title that has become a staple in the Indian gaming community, especially after the ban of its predecessor. This battle royale game, known for its stunning graphics and engaging gameplay,
How rural policing gaps can make escaping domestic violence harder
Before murdering Molly Ticehurst in April 2024, court documents show Daniel Billings had threatened to exploit the limits of policing in her country town:
Peer sexual harassment emerges early, highlighting need for prevention before Grade 4
Sexual harassment between peers begins as early as Grade 4 and continues throughout lower secondary school. Most of those who sexually harass others have also experienced harassment themselves. These are among the findings of a doctoral thesis in psychology by Aziz-Kaan D
Seeing a bachelor
Physicists extend the search for quantum black holes at the LHC
Physicists at UC Santa Barbara have extended the search for evidence of microscopic black holes produced at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). The formation of these tiny, fleeting objects at the LHC represents one way theorists have sought to resolve anomalies in our understanding of the basic structure of spacetime, while the method used to look for them demonstrates a new way of searching for new particles.
New thermal insulator outperforms any material found in nature
Researchers have engineered a new material that is an extreme thermal insulator, is exceptionally stiff and can be printed as a thin film at large scales. The material has one of the lowest thermal conductivity profiles of any dense, or nonporous, material
Three Harvard students built a low-cost headset that screens concussions fast
Jason Momoa warns coral reefs near extinction amid world's worst bleaching event
Laser experiments recreate solar flare physics and reveal consistent magnetic reconnection rates
Magnetic reconnection is a process that occurs when the magnetic fields of a conductive plasma quickly rearrange and release massive amounts of stored magnetic energy. It is widely thought to be the underlying mechanism behind cosmic events such as solar flares and substorms in Earth
Nasas Apollo-Soyuz pocket calculator reached the Smithsonian 37 years after its 1975 mission
How resellers can turn hybrid meeting pain into repeatable revenue
Reliable technology turns hybrid work frustrations into recurring reseller revenue opportunities
Background hums and buzzes affect human behavior, researcher finds
Have you ever stopped and listened to the background sounds in a room you are in? The hum of the ventilation? The buzz of electricity? While most of the time we are barely aware of these sounds, Arthur Jinyue Guo, a researcher at the RITMO Centre for Interdisciplinary Research on Rhythm, Time and Motion, has revealed that they nevertheless affect our behavior.
The humble coffee filter has the relatively simple job of letting the coffee through and leaving the grounds behind. But researchers from the ARC Center of Excellence for Carbon Science and Innovation (COE-CSI) are exploring whether a filter operating on the molecular scale can do something much more difficult: separate the caffeine from the coffee itself.
Hubble spots an out-of-sync galaxy
Though the spiral galaxy in this new image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope seems serene, it hides a chaotic secret. This galaxy is NGC 4698, and it lies about 55 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. It
An extremely stable quantum gas offers a new lens on strongly interacting systems
Molecular gases are a new form of artificial quantum matter. However, when these molecules collide, they are often lost extremely rapidly. Researchers from Radboud University and Columbia University have been able to suppress this collisional loss, paving the way for strongly interacting quantum matter. This new artificial quantum matter allows researchers to study quantum behavior relevant to electrons in real materials. Their results are published in Science.
Asus Zenbook 14 (Snapdragon X UX3480Q) review: light, stylish, and surprisingly affordable
Poor battery performance and an older Snapdragon chip, but still a good choice for the office
From the start, the solar system chose fire over ice to build its first bodies
When the solar system first took up the task of building solid bodies
Cultural norms can shape how social gestures influence perceived attractiveness
Humans are social animals, but we have a diversity of societies, each with its own customs, behaviors and expectations. It
Time is running out to catch a giant planet
A team of researchers, including those from the University of Tokyo, spotted a rare kind of planet that
More than puppy love: How therapy dogs bring students together
Students may come for the dog, but new research from UBC Okanagan published in the Journal of College Student Mental Health suggests that
Softcat to acquire North American technology solutions provider GDT
The deal will create a transatlantic IT solutions platform to increase support for businesses with international requirements
Open-source benchmark tests whether AI agents can engineer working robots
With the rapid rise of artificial intelligence in daily life, software coding has become increasingly automated, with powerful AI systems known as coding agents able to write and revise computer programs almost autonomously. But what happens when an AI agent must contend not just with digital command lines, but with the physical world of robotics?
Building a pre-emptive security architecture what is it and how can your business adopt one?
Getting ahead of attacks is always better than waiting for an attack and then limiting the fallout but this is often easier said than done
Closing the space gap: A more precise way to measure distance between quasar pairs
A new way to accurately measure the distance between quasar pairs
Ning Xu of Tsinghua University captured tiny cilia beating in airways of a child with rare respiratory disorder.
Tiny atomic tweak makes plastic-eating enzymes more powerful
A new approach that changes just one atom in plastic-degrading enzymes could help make them more efficient while maintaining their stability, according to new research from The Australian National University published in Angewandte Chemie International Edition.
Within a decade, New Zealand will officially become a
Control Resonant PC Performance Review
Control Resonant is out on September 24, and this time Remedy is going much harder on the PC tech. Path tracing is a big part of that, but NVIDIA is also using the game to show off DLSS 4.5, including its
Are bots changing how people talk? Language in the age of AI
A Facebook post about your trip to Peru. An Amazon review of a new toaster oven. An email to the super about the inflatable reindeer blocking the hallway. You phrase and rephrase things all day without thinking that anyone
Bio-inspired whiskers enable tiny drones to navigate in darkness using touch
Rats and mice can scurry through dark, tight spaces with ease
New immigration enforcement policy raises safety concerns for domestic violence survivors
After a six-week delay, Immigration Minister Tony Burke has announced changes to the migration system. Amid all the analysis and discussion it triggered, there was nothing to indicate an understanding that these changes need to have a safety net for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.
Canadian courts take police misconduct seriously, but researchers say sentencing alone can
A study published in Police Quarterly explores how Canadian courts respond when police officers break the law. The research, co-led by Brock University Assistant Professor of Political Science Danielle McNabb and University of Guelph Associate Professor of Political Science Kate Puddister, presents the first large-scale empirical analysis of how Canadian courts sentence police officers convicted of breaching the public
Apple launches 'privacy-first' AI upgrade to Siri but it won't be available in the EU
The long-awaited Siri AI is here, and Apple says it's making sure to protect users' privacy and security amid an ongoing standoff with the EU
Humans or AI? Who or what can scam you more effectively?
A text from your neighborhood gardening club friend Ben offering a deal on seeds might seem too specific to be a scam. But that kind of personalization is exactly what can make phishing messages convincing.
Fake ChatGPT billing email targets work and home users
Cofense has uncovered a phishing campaign aimed at stealing ChatGPT credentials and payment information
NCSC issues advice on cyber adversary simulation
The guidance for potential suppliers comes as the cyber authority prepares to launch a formal scheme
Salesforce targets a sweet escape from the old school UI
The CRM giant wants to unlock rapped value by streamlining agent access to Salesforce data
Dreamforce 2026 and the dangers of AI
Live from San Francisco to talk AI safety, Claudforce, Koa, and all things Dreamforce
Early heat waves hit wheat yields hardest but boost resilience to subsequent heat waves
New research published in the Journal of Experimental Botany reveals that wheat crops are more sensitive to grain yield losses from heat waves that occur before reaching their flowering stage than those occurring later. However, exposure to heat waves early in the growing season may reduce yield losses during additional heat waves through a protective
Baby orangutans in India expose
Five baby orangutans abandoned in an Indian forest have exposed a
Whale Post-Mortem Behaviour: Study details mothers vigil; scientists urge further observations
Garena Free Fire MAX players in India have new redeem codes for September 18, 2026. These daily promotional codes let mobile gamers unlock exclusive in-game items without spending real money. It remains one of the most popular methods to upgrade characters
In A First In Over A Century, New Cat Species Identified In Bolivia
It measures about 18 inches (46 cm) long and weighs around 3 pounds (1.4 kg), making it smaller than the average domestic cat.
Scientists solve mystery of black hole burps and when they launch jets
Scientists turn fish scales into biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil in just 8 weeks
Museums on prescription: How cultural activities are becoming crucial to the public health debate
On June 18, 2026, on the sidelines of the European Council in Brussels, the European Parliament, the European Commission and the Council of the European Union signed a joint declaration making culture a strategic priority for the first time.
