Life
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Jeweller's eye-popping watch is a love letter to Albania
Jeweller Pirro Ruco's rollercoaster rise mirrors that of Albania, from poverty and isolation as the most closed communist regime in Europe to rollicking capitalism
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2024 'increasingly likely' to be warmest on record: EU monitor
The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) said last month was the second warmest on record books going back to 1940, only slightly cooler than July 2023
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Flying's never been safer, says MIT study
The fatality rate fell to 1 per every 13.7 million passenger boardings globally in the 2018-2022 period, a major improvement from 1 per 7.9 million boardings in 2008-2017, according to a paper by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
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Not to be sniffed at: Dolce & Gabbana launches €99 dog perfume
The "alcohol-free scented mist for dogs" is on sale for 99 euros and comes with a free collar—but also a warning from animal rights activists, who say it could cause pets distress
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Overthinking really can be painful: study
Contrary to the conventional wisdom that intellectual stimulation is always beneficial, this study shows that thinking too much can lead to feelings of stress, frustration and irritation, affecting mental well-being
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With technology, Indian filmmakers will be able to deliver experiences like any other film in the world: Namit Malhotra
The entrepreneur-producer and CEO of British visual effects company DNEG who has made a mark in Hollywood with projects such as Oppenheimer and The Garfield Movie on the importance of VFX and animation, and why he believes Indians have the talent and filmmaking prowess to match the West
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Tom Cruise touted for 'dystopian' Olympics closing ceremony
The closing ceremony will be a much shorter affair and will take place—in more traditional fashion—at France's national stadium
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From Eiffel tower to Hollywood sign, iconic tourist sites which stayed
Here are some iconic tourist attractions which originally were supposed be temporary, but stayed
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Paris Olympics: Vinesh Phogat's night-long race to cut weight; doctors explain
Phogat, who had made history on Tuesday as the first Indian woman to enter the wrestling finals at the Olympics and had been an assured medalist for the contingent, was disqualified earlier today for being overweight by 100 grams
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Diamonds, meatballs and motors: How Olympians can win more than medals
Here's a look at some of what is on offer for gold, silver and bronze winners around the globe
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Paris Olympics: Will the Indian Men's Hockey team add to the medals tally?
Indian hockey has a rich legacy at the Olympics. All eyes are on Harmanpreet Singh and his team as they take on Spain tomorrow