North American beavers in sub-Antarctic Chile are doing more than flooding forests; they are turning riparian land into methane-spewing wetlands |

North American beavers in sub-Antarctic Chile are doing more than flooding forests; they are turning riparian land into methane-spewing wetlands. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons. In the forests of southern Chile, a creature introduced for a fur industry that never took off is reshaping the natural environment. North American beavers are not just chopping down trees…

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Gold, silver price prediction: Will gold hit Rs 1.7 lakh/10 gms soon? Check outlook on August 27, 2026

The breakout level of 156,000 level from the formation and last week’s key support, remains the crucial floor to watch. Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold prices are showing encouraging signs and the near-term trend remains bullish, while the base trend for silver also remains positive, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities,…

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‘Does anyone actually care?’: Sreejesh launches scathing attack after India’s World Cup exit | Hockey News

India knocked out of FIH Men’s World Cup 2026 after 3-5 defeat against Argentina Two-time Olympic bronze medallist and former India goalkeeper P. R. Sreejesh has launched a scathing attack on the Indian hockey management after both the men’s and women’s teams failed to reach the semifinals of their respective World Cups.The men’s campaign ended…

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‘Akhada, political links’: Brij Bhushan Singh reacts to acquittal in sexual harassment case, alleges conspiracy | More sports News

Brij Bhushan Singh reacts to acquittal, alleges conspiracy NEW DELHI: Former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Monday reacted to his acquittal in the sexual harassment case involving women wrestlers, claiming that the court’s observations had highlighted links between the complainants, a particular wrestling akhada and political groups.Speaking to ANI,…

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‘Jana Nayagan’ box office collections day 5: Thalapathy Vijay and Pooja Hegde’s film sees big Monday drop; earns Rs 10.15 Cr | Tamil Movie News

‘Jana Nayagan’ box office collections day 5: Thalapathy Vijay and Pooja Hegde’s film sees big Monday drop; earns Rs 10.15 Cr Thalapathy Vijay‘s ‘Jana Nayagan’ has entered its first weekday on a slower note after enjoying a solid opening weekend at the box office. The film had crossed the Rs 200 crore mark worldwide within…

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In 2007, Denzel Washington gave $1 million to revive a Texas college’s debate programme; seven years later, its 23-member team won the overall title at a national tournament with 80 schools |

Two-time Academy award winner Denzel Washington/Image: Reuters An American actor and producer, Denzel Washington, donated $1 million to a small Texas college to help bring back a debate programme that had been dormant for decades. Seven years later, a 23-member Wiley College team won the overall title at one of the country’s biggest collegiate debate…

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Quote of the day by Martha Nussbaum: ‘Knowledge is no guarantee of good behavior, but ignorance is a virtual guarantee of bad behavior’ and how our education system forgot the second half

Martha C. Nussbaum is an American philosopher and University of Chicago professor whose work focuses on ethics, political philosophy, education, and the role of the humanities in strengthening democracy When thousands of citizens gathered on the streets of ancient Athens during the Peloponnesian War, they demanded the immediate execution of six victorious generals after the…

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77-year-old woman pays $69 to cuddle with strangers in New York, but nobody asks to touch her and she leaves disappointed

At 77, writer Catherine Hiller decided to step outside her comfort zone by paying $69 to attend a cuddle party in New York City. She expected an evening of affectionate physical contact with strangers, imagining people embracing, stroking one another and forming cosy groups. Instead, the experience was far more subdued. The event was strictly…

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India Post GDS recruitment 2026: Registration begins for 23,757 posts; direct link to apply here

India Post GDS recruitment 2026 registration begins India Post has started the registration process for Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official India Post website at indiapost.gov.in.The online application and fee payment window will remain open from September 2 to September 21, 2026. Candidates will also be able…

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