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Japan earthquake kills 34 people as rescue efforts continue

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake has struck Japan, killing at least 34 people and leaving six others seriously injured, according to Al Jazeera. The quake caused significant damage across multiple regions, triggering search and rescue operations that are still underway. Emergency response teams are working to locate survivors in collapsed structures and clear debris from major […]

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Longest Test match in history: Why the 1939 Timeless Test ended in a draw

Test cricket has witnessed countless unforgettable matches, but none lasted as long as the extraordinary contest between England and South Africa in Durban in March 1939. Spanning 12 calendar days, including two rest days, it remains the longest Test match ever played and the final Timeless Test in cricket history. Unlike modern Tests, there was

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Big Tech earnings reveal a new test for the AI investment boom

For nearly two years, Wall Street rewarded technology companies for spending aggressively on artificial intelligence. This earnings season, however, investors are asking a tougher question: are those investments translating into financial returns? The latest quarterly results from Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet suggest that while AI continues to drive growth, markets are becoming increasingly selective about

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Estonia tops global relocation rankings, India ranks 100th in 2026 index

Estonia has emerged as the world’s top destination for relocation in the inaugural Rumavi Global Relocation Index 2026, while India ranked 100th among 192 countries evaluated on factors ranging from affordability and taxation to healthcare, safety and business opportunities. The index assesses countries across 24 indicators grouped into four broad pillars: financial and tax environment,

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IndiGo cuts flights as global airline costs surge uncontrollably

IndiGo, India’s dominant airline with roughly 40 percent of all domestic flights, is reducing the number of aircraft in its fleet as global cost pressures mount. The airline that built its reputation on rapid expansion and low fares is now cutting capacity, a significant shift after two decades of growth. The reduction reflects challenges hitting

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Team India’s doors closed for Mohammed Shami? Selectors reportedly shift focus to young pace attack

Mohammed Shami’s return to the Indian team appears increasingly uncertain, with the selectors reportedly turning their attention towards building a new-generation pace attack ahead of the next World Test Championship cycle and the 2027 ODI World Cup. The veteran fast bowler, who played a pivotal role in India’s run to the 2023 ODI World Cup

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Jim Laker’s 19-wicket miracle: The Ashes record that has stood the test of time

Test cricket has witnessed countless great bowling performances, but none has surpassed Jim Laker’s 19-wicket haul at Old Trafford in July 1956. In the fourth Ashes Test against Australia, the England off-spinner claimed an astonishing 19 wickets for 90 runs, a feat that remains unmatched nearly 70 years later. With the Ashes level at 1-1,

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FIFA proposes selling World Cup stakes, triggering fierce opposition from UEFA and member associations

FIFA has proposed one of the most significant commercial changes in its history by creating a $20 billion subsidiary that would manage the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup and other international tournaments. The proposed company, FIFA Forward Enterprise, would remain majority-owned by FIFA while offering minority stakes of up to 20% to private

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How karate, patience and domestic cricket shaped Yash Thakur’s rise

When Yash Thakur made his India debut in Zimbabwe, it looked like the arrival of another domestic performer on the international stage. But behind that moment was a journey filled with decisions that changed his career, opportunities that slipped away and years spent proving himself in domestic cricket. At 27, the Vidarbha pacer had waited

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India’s human hair export industry neared the $1 billion mark last financial year

India exported $441.75 billion worth of merchandise in FY2025-26, with smartphones, petroleum products and pharmaceuticals accounting for a significant share of the country’s overseas trade. Yet, official export data also reveals a lesser-known side of India’s economy through thousands of niche products shipped across the world. Among the most surprising was human hair, which generated

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