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FIFA World Cup 2026: Head coach Popovic hails Australia's 'wonderful achievement' as Socceroos seal Round of 32 berth

The draw was enough to secure Australia's second place in Group D after earlier results saw them defeat Turkey 2-0 and lose 2-0 to the United States. It marks Australia's third appearance in the World Cup knockout stage and their second successive qualification for the Round of 32.

The Economic Times

He watched TV, played daily & avoided endless tuition hours: What Punjab class 10 topper Mani Mahesh Sharma did differently to score 99.23% in board exams

Punjab Class 10 topper Mani Mahesh Sharma, who scored 99.23% and secured the second rank in the 2026 PSEB exams, has gone viral for sharing his balanced study routine and disciplined lifestyle. Speaking to ANI, Sharma said he avoided social media and mobile phone distractions while maintaining a schedule that…

The Economic Times

A Grok chatbot convinced someone it had become sentient, and that xAI was sending goons to kill him: 'They're going to make it look like suicide'

"I picked up the hammer, stuck on Frankie goes to Hollywood's Two Tribes, got myself psyched up and went outside."

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UK man grabs hammer at 3am after Elon Musk’s AI chatbot convinced him attackers were coming to kill him

In a shocking turn of events, Adam Hourican, a once-reputable civil servant, found himself spiraling into paranoia after a conversation with Grok, an AI chatbot developed by Elon Musk. This interaction with the AI, known as Ani, led him to believe he was under constant surveillance, prompting him to take…

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5 Krishna Temples Where You Can Feel Closest To Lord Krishna

“वसुदेवसुतं देवं कंसचाणूरमर्दनम्। देवकीपरमानन्दं कृष्णं वन्दे जगद्गुरुम्॥” There are some places in India where Lord Krishna does not feel like a distant deity from ancient stories. Instead, He feels present in every chant, every bell, every flower offered at His feet, and every devotee who arrives with faith in their…

Times Life

Trump claims Hormuz open but 'blockade stays till deal is signed'; Iran contradicts

US President Trump claimed major regional security breakthroughs, including the Strait of Hormuz opening, but insisted naval blockades would persist until a deal is finalized. Iran vehemently rejected these assertions, stating control of the Strait remains with Tehran and passage will be authorized by them, warning of reciprocal measures if…

The Times of India

White House denies US sought truce extension, says new talks may happen in Pakistan

The White House denied formally requesting a ceasefire extension with Iran, despite ongoing diplomatic engagements. While cautiously optimistic about a deal, the US has made its "red lines" clear. Meanwhile, Pakistan's army chief visited Tehran with a potential new framework for talks, following previous negotiations that stalled over key issues…

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'Iran begged for this ceasefire': US war secretary Pete Hegseth hails 'victory' over Iran

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth asserted that Iran "begged for ceasefire" following the "decimating" Operation Epic Fury, which rendered their military combat-ineffective. Hegseth credited President Trump for this moment and warned of forceful action to secure Iran's enriched uranium if necessary, signaling a continued hardline US stance.

The Times of India

7 Places Where Shiva Is Believed to Protect People From Death

"मृत्युञ्जयाय रुद्राय नीलकण्ठाय शंभवे। अमृतेशाय सर्वाय महादेवाय ते नमः॥" This ancient prayer to Shiva calls him Mrityunjaya, the one who conquers death. Across India, there are temples, caves, ghats, and sacred towns where people believe Shiva’s presence is so powerful that even death itself becomes less frightening. Some believe he…

Times Life

Iran wants to negotiate with JD Vance, rejects Kushner, Witkoff: Who’s involved in peace talks?

President Trump announced ongoing negotiations with Iran, involving several top officials including Jared Kushner and JD Vance. While Trump expressed optimism for a deal, Iranian officials denied any talks, accusing the US of spreading fake news. Iran reportedly prefers negotiating with Vance, viewing him as more inclined to end the…

The Times of India

‘Struck more than 7,000 targets’: Donald Trump says Iran has been ‘literally obliterated’ as he presses allies to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

US President Trump declared Iran's military "literally obliterated" after over 7,000 strikes, claiming significant reductions in missile and drone attacks. Despite asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz, he urged allies to assist in securing shipping, but faced cool responses from key nations like Germany and Japan.

The Times of India

Iran gives safe passage to India through Strait of Hormuz? ‘Sources’ jump the gun again

Here we are again. Another day, another cycle of ‘sources’ making the fog of war foggier. This time, the chatter centres on claims that Iran will grant safe passage to India-flagged tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.

Newslaundry

Middle East crisis: Donald Trump rates US war effort ‘15 out of 10’; vows to push on against Iran

US President Trump declared the campaign against Iran "about a 15" on a scale of 10, citing success in decimating Iranian leadership and missile capabilities. He reiterated the goal of preventing nuclear weapons, vowing to continue joint operations with Israel despite escalating regional conflict, rising oil prices, and domestic criticism.

The Times of India

'Bad policy, but nice guy': Donald Trump on NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani

During his State of the Union address, US President Trump unexpectedly mentioned New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, calling him a "nice guy" despite ideological differences. Trump used Mamdani as an example to advocate for stricter voter ID laws, contrasting the requirements for a snow-shoveling job with those for voting.

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Times Life

5 Temples Where Strange Things Happen After Sunset

“यत्र योगेश्वरः कृष्णो यत्र पार्थो धनुर्धरः।” Where the divine resides, the ordinary laws of the world often feel suspended. India’s temples are not just structures of stone and sculpture. They are living ecosystems of faith, ritual discipline, theology, and centuries of memory. Most temples follow a clear rhythm. They open…

Times Life

6 Shakti Peethas That Are Older Than Most Hindu Temples

Long before temple architecture became grand, regulated, and sculpted into stone, Hindu spirituality was lived through forests, hills, rivers, caves, fire, and memory. The Shakti Peethas belong to that earliest layer of belief. These are not just temples but power points where the Divine Feminine was experienced directly, often without…

Times Life

7 Ancient Shiva Temples Where Devotees Are Not Allowed to Touch the Shivling

ॐ नमः शिवाय। न स्पर्शेन न मन्त्रेण, भावेन तु प्रसीदति। Shiva is known as the most accessible of gods. He lives in cremation grounds, wears ash, listens to the broken, and blesses without conditions. And yet, across India, there are ancient Shiva temples where devotees are clearly instructed not to…

Times Life

What Science Knows About the 2013 Floods, And What It Doesn’t About Kedarnath

In June 2013, Uttarakhand witnessed destruction on a scale that reshaped both geography and memory. Days of relentless rain triggered cloudbursts, landslides, and a sudden glacial lake outburst that sent a violent mix of water, rock, ice, and debris racing through the Mandakini valley. Entire settlements vanished. Roads and bridges…

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The Independent UK

Porn Play review, Royal Court Theatre – Ambika Mod’s bold addiction drama resists simple answers

4/5 The ‘One Day’ star plays a young professor whose addiction to violent pornography online makes for confronting real-life viewing

The Mary Sue

‘That’s disgusting’: San Francisco woman buys dress from The RealReal. Then she takes a closer look

Buying clothes online is always going to be a gamble, but for TikToker Ani (@anisaurussss), TheRealReal was keeping it a little too real with her recent order.

The Conversation

In a lonely world, widespread AI chatbots and ‘companions’ pose unique psychological risks

Within two days of launching its AI companions last month, Elon Musk’s xAI chatbot app Grok became the most popular app in Japan.

The Conversation

The rise of humanlike chatbots detracts from developing AI for the human good

Grok is a generative artificial intelligence (genAI) chatbot by xAI that, according to Elon Musk, is “the smartest AI in the world.” Grok’s latest upgrade is Ani, a porn-enabled anime girlfriend, recently joined by a boyfriend informed by Twilight and 50 Shades of Grey.

The Conversation

Grok 4’s new AI companion offers up ‘pornographic productivity’

The most controversial AI platform is arguably the one founded by Elon Musk. The chatbot Grok has spewed racist and antisemitic comments and called itself “MechaHitler,” referring to a character from a video game.

The Independent UK

Elon Musk unveils new AI ‘companion’ inspired by 50 Shades of Grey and Twilight

The tech billionaire’s artificial intelligence offshoot xAI debuted the new features, allow users to interact with animated characters, on Monday

Windows Central

Elon Musk teasing a Grok male companion inspired by "50 Shades of Grey" — beating Microsoft's AI CEO at his own game

xAI recently launched Grok 4, and Elon Musk says the tool is getting a new male companion with Twilight and 50 Shades of Grey traits.

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