For the first time, scientists have recovered ancient DNA left behind on cave walls and rock art, opening a new way to study the people who made prehistoric art thousands of years ago

Scientists collected samples from 11 caves in Spain and Portugal (Credits: Alberto Martínez Villa) For the first time, scientists have recovered ancient human DNA left behind on cave walls and rock art, opening a new way to study the people who created prehistoric paintings thousands of years ago.The breakthrough was described in a study published…

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Crude oil relief: OMCs may break even on petrol, diesel rates soon; what it means for retail prices

Public sector refiners have collectively absorbed losses of over Rs 75,000 crore during the first quarter of the current financial year. (AI image) Respite for oil marketing companies! State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) could reach the break-even point on petrol and diesel sales within the next seven to 10 days if crude oil prices remain…

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Europe Heatwave: Heat dome over Europe brings travel chaos, health alerts and wildlife stress

Heat dome over Europe brings travel chaos, health alerts and wildlife stress A severe heatwave tightened its grip across large parts of Europe on Sunday, with temperatures approaching 40 degrees Celsius, prompting health alerts, transport disruptions and growing concerns about the impact on wildlife and public safety.The heat surge coincided with the summer solstice on…

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Surabhi Das: ‘I am not playing Urmila, I am Shrutakirti’: Surabhi Das shuts down rumors about her character in Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi starrer ‘Ramayana’ | Hindi Movie News

Surabhi Das lands a role in Nitesh Tiwari’s “Ramayana,” playing Shrutakirti, not Urmila. After a two-month wait post-audition, she felt overwhelmed joining such a massive project. Her shift from TV to films was driven by growth, not frustration, with more projects lined up, including a 1971-war drama and Vikas Bahl’s next. Surabhi Das is poised…

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Why Albert Einstein refused to build the atomic bomb: The surprising truth behind his role in the nuclear age |

Image: Left/Wikipedia/Right/Bulletin of Atomic Scientists Few names are as closely linked with the atomic bomb as Albert Einstein’s. Mention nuclear weapons and, sooner or later, someone will bring up his famous equation, E = mc². Over the decades, that association has fuelled one of history’s most persistent misconceptions: that Einstein helped build the bomb itself.The…

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Expert lip-reader reveals Thomas Tuchel’s 94th-minute rant during England’s dramatic Mexico win: ‘I need a…’ | Football News

Expert lip-reader reveals Thomas Tuchel’s 94th-minute rant during England’s dramatic Mexico win: ‘I need a…’ (Image via Getty) England manager Thomas Tuchel looked just as tense as the fans during the closing moments of England’s dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico in the FIFA World Cup. With England down to 10 men and facing wave after…

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IIT Bombay gold medallist rejected a Rs 2.9 crore US job to care for his parents; years later, the same company came back with another offer

Why an IIT Bombay topper reportedly chose family over a Rs 2.9 crore US career opportunity. (Photo: LinkedIn) Every year, thousands of engineering students dream of studying at IIT, landing a high-paying job abroad and building a successful career overseas. For many, that’s the ultimate definition of success. But a story that has gone viral…

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