World’s 10 largest freshwater lakes are so vast they look like inland seas, and one of them holds about 20% of Earth’s unfrozen freshwater | World News

Freshwater lakes occupy only a small fraction of the Earth’s surface, yet they hold an extraordinary share of the planet’s accessible water. They appear in very different landscapes, from Arctic wilderness and temperate forests to tropical basins and ancient rift valleys. Some stretch across international borders, while others lie entirely within a single country. Their…

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‘No territory use against India’: Myanmar assures Delhi at border security talks | India News

NEW DELHI: India and Myanmar held a national level meeting held here on Wednesday and Thursday, reviewing the prevailing security situation along their border, with Myanmar assuring Delhi that it shall not permit its territory to be used against India’s security interests.While Home Secretary Govind Mohan led the Indian side at the 23rd national level…

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Who is Zeynep Sonmez? The Turkish tennis player whose Palestine-linked watermelon symbol sparked debate at Wimbledon

A tiny watermelon-shaped accessory on Turkish tennis player Zeynep Sonmez’s racket has become one of the most talked-about moments from Wimbledon. Although the 24-year-old bowed out in the second round, the symbol drew attention far beyond the tennis court. Why a watermelon? The watermelon has become a widely recognized symbol of Palestinian identity and solidarity….

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US Justice Department green lights Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros

The US Justice Department (DOJ) has cleared Paramount Skydance Corporation’s planned acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery.  The approval clears a major regulatory hurdle for a deal that will reshape the American entertainment industry. After an eight-month investigation, the DOJ concluded that the roughly $US110 billion ($156 billion) merger is unlikely to harm competition or American…

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Can your city make you feel like a failure? IIT graduate’s viral take starts the conversation

A LinkedIn post by an IIT Kanpur alumnus has sparked widespread discussion by suggesting that where people live can influence how they perceive success. Comparing life in Bengaluru with that in a mountain town, the post highlights how social environments and constant comparison may affect confidence, contentment, and personal fulfilment. India’s metro cities have sold…

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