The Times of India
Democratic wave, Republican resilience or gridlock? 3 ways US midterms could play out
As election day for the US midterms arrives, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation. Three distinct scenarios could shape the future of Congress: a sweeping Democratic wave may bring notable victories, whereas a slim Democratic majority may present hurdles in legislation. On...
Purple 1888 LA mansion listed for $2m, needs at least $1m in repairs
Listed at $2 million, the unique Esperanza House embodies 138 years of history as a Queen Anne Victorian masterpiece with a bold purple exterior. Previously owned by Leonora Pierotti Thomas, the house is rich in artistic character yet demands extensive restoration. Nonetheless, e...
Scientist builds mini universe of 24k atoms to show time can be measured without a clock
At the University of Birmingham, Giovanni Barontini has crafted a captivating mini universe using 24,000 chilled rubidium atoms. This groundbreaking experiment reveals that time can be gauged via entropy variations, offering a fresh perspective beyond traditional clocks. The mode...
Georgia firm pays $220,000 for nonexistent land, loses bid for refund
Talon Assets, LLC acquired land in Atlanta for $220,000 at a county tax sale. Doubts about the property led them to request a refund and tax deed cancellation. However, Fulton County dismissed their case, invoking sovereign immunity as a legal defense. The Georgia Court of Appeal...
Years of 'rotten egg' smell in Florida prompt county to move against landfill
Residents near a landfill in Florida’s Lake County have complained of a persistent rotten-egg smell for years. Now, county commissioners have voted to move ahead with legal action against landfill operator Hubbard Construction and the state environmental agency. A 2025 study iden...
Texas school's 640-acre farm raises $400,000 a year for scholarships
A 640-acre farmland donation made to a Texas school district in 1984 has become a source of college scholarships for hundreds of students. Local farmers in Gruver volunteer their labour and equipment to grow crops, generating approximately $400,000 annually. Since 2016, the initi...
Stephen Curry makes $2.5 million profit from $11 million San Francisco property
Stephen Curry has sold his San Francisco commercial property for $11 million, making a $2.5 million gross gain after purchasing it for $8.5 million in 2024. The building was originally intended to become the headquarters of his business venture, Thirty Ink. However, a dispute wit...
'There are no words': Messi, Mbappé lead football's tributes to Jesús de Miguel
In a tragic incident, Jesús de Miguel, a forward for CD Tenerife, passed away following a collision with FC Andorra's goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a second-division match. This collision led to cardiac arrest. The football community expressed its sorrow, and Spanish authorities ...
Rajkumari Chanu scripts history with maiden Wushu bronze at Youth Olympics Games
Rajkumari Lanchenbi Chanu created history at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games by winning India's first-ever Wushu medal, claiming bronze in the women's Changquan combined event with 18.039 points. Her achievement took India's medal tally to three, following silver in judo and b...