Can human thought — unaided by muscle or speech — be used to control machines? That’s the bold question the Ax-4 crew, including Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, are probing at the International Space Station (ISS).Wearing a specialised headset that tracks blood flow in the brain, the astronauts participated in “PhotonGrav”, a European Space Agency (ESA)…
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (ICC Photo) NEW DELHI: A year after lifting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup trophy in Barbados, Rohit Sharma walked down memory lane, reliving one of the most defining moments of India’s historic win over South Africa — Virat Kohli’s gritty half-century and his game-changing partnership with Axar Patel.“If you…
The UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has responded to the crash of a London-bound plane in Ahmedabad. Around 53 British nationals were also onboard on this flight. “The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating,” said UK PM Keir Starmer. He also expressed…
Ravichandran Ashwin (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin showed support for the Armed Forces as they perform Operation Sindoor, responding to the Pahalgam terror attack.Ashwin shared on X, “Thoughts with our armed forces. #OperationSindoor”.Indian women’s cricket team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana praised the Indian Armed Forces for their bravery, dedication…
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya echoed Virat Kohli’s sentiments about batting intelligence in IPL 2025, emphasising the importance of showcasing proper batsmanship this season by adapting to conditions and targeting the strengths and weaknesses of opposition bowlers. Hardik’s remarks came after Mumbai Indians posted 217 and defended it emphatically, sealing a 100-run victory over Rajasthan…
It’s time to check in with NFL executives for thoughts on the biggest and most interesting moves NFC teams made — or have not yet made — in free agency. The once-sleepy Chicago Bears might have won the offseason, drawing positive reviews. The Minnesota Vikings remain the most intriguing team as ownership tries to downplay…
DUNEDIN, Fla. — He’s a solver of problems. Always has been. It’s what makes great pitchers great. It’s what has made Max Scherzer great. But when he visited Starkville this week to talk about robot umps and the fascinating spring training experiment with the ball-strike challenge system (plus lots more), the future Hall of Famer…
The American battle over books has long been known and widely discussed. However, it has recently taken an unprecedented turn, reaching a fever pitch and transitioning from local skirmishes to a sweeping federal offensive. The Trump administration’s recent directive to scrutinize school libraries under the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) marks a profound escalation….
Health goes beyond just the absence of illness. It is the delicate balance of physical vitality, emotional harmony, and spiritual well-being. Across different cultures and traditions, both ancient teachings and modern science highlight the strong connection between karma, thoughts, emotions, and overall well-being. This insight serves as the basis for holistic healing, where practices come…
Still looking for a New Year’s resolution for self-improvement? Consider keeping a journal, which studies have shown might help with one’s mental well-being and anxiety issues, while also providing a creative outlet for personal expression. Handsome paper-based diaries and notebooks are available if you want to go the screen-free sensory route, but if you prefer…