Digital Afterlife Debate: AI Recreates the Dead
Article Today, Hyderabad: Advances in artificial intelligence are reshaping how digital identities persist after death. Meta Platforms, led by Mark Zuckerberg, has developed systems that can simulate the online presence of deceased users. These tools rely on past posts, messages, and behavioural data. The stated aim is to preserve digital memories. However, the concept has…
22-Year-Old Tech Student Reinvents Fashion with Vintage Trade
Article Today, London: A 22-year-old engineering student has left formal education to pursue a full-time resale business in Glasgow. Scott Atkins, formerly enrolled at the University of Glasgow, made the decision during his third year of study. He exited the programme in April 2025. At the time, he was earning through an apprenticeship. However, he…
Harvard Under Scrutiny Over Epstein Links
Article Today, America: Harvard University, one of the world’s most prestigious academic institutions, is facing renewed scrutiny over its past association with Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein, a convicted sex offender, cultivated relationships with influential academics and administrators even after his 2008 conviction for soliciting a minor. Internal reviews and public records indicate that financial contributions and…
Gates AP Visit Triggers Debate – Epstein Links Resurface Online
Article Today, Amravati: Bill Gates arrived in Andhra Pradesh this week for meetings with state officials. Minister Nara Lokesh received him at Gannavaram airport. The visit included a review of governance technology systems in Amaravati. Officials described the engagement as part of ongoing efforts to attract innovation and investment. Policy and Development AgendaChief Minister N….
Kerala State Honors Infant Donor Who Saved Five Lives
Article Today, Kerala: A ten month old infant from Pathanamthitta district, Kerala died following a road accident on February 5. The child, Aline Sherin Abraham, sustained severe head injuries when the family vehicle collided with an oncoming car. She was admitted to a private hospital in Kochi. Despite intensive care, doctors declared her brain dead…
India Prepares Face Transplants – A Historic Medical Step In AIIMS
Article Today, New Delhi: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has initiated preparations to perform full face transplant surgery. This will be the first such procedure in a government hospital in India. The institute has received necessary regulatory clearances. Doctors aim to conduct the first transplant within a year. The procedure…
Bribery Claim Rocks Madras High Court – Lawyer Allegedly sought Rs. 50 lakh
Article Today, Chennai: A serious allegation of bribery has unsettled proceedings at the Madras High Court. A senior advocate is accused of collecting Rs. 50 lakh from a client, allegedly claiming the money was meant to influence a judge. The claim emerged through a formal complaint that reached judicial authorities and the Union law ministry….
Ramadan Twice In 2030… Rare Lunar Calendar Shift
Article Today, Hyderabad: The year 2030 will witness an uncommon astronomical alignment. Muslims across the world are expected to observe Ramadan twice within the same Gregorian year. The first is projected to begin around January 5. The second is likely to commence around December 26. This rare occurrence happens roughly once every 33 years due…
India’s IT Wage Crisis: Profits Up, Pay Stagnant
Article Today, Hyderabad/Bangalore: India’s information technology (IT) sector projects global strength. Glass towers, expanding campuses and billion-dollar revenues define its public image. However, entry-level salaries in major firms have remained largely unchanged for over a decade. Fresh graduates in 2026 continue to receive annual packages close to Rs. 3 to 4 lakh, figures similar to…
Blue Zones Show Walking Beats Intense Workouts
Article Today, Hyderabad: For decades, gyms have symbolised modern fitness. However, new research on long-living communities challenges that assumption. Scientists studying so-called Blue Zones report that structured, high-intensity workouts are not central to longevity. Instead, consistent daily movement appears more important. Lessons From SardiniaOne such region is Sardinia in Italy. The island records an unusually…
