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Antarctica's sea ice has fallen to unprecedented lows for this time of year, according to CNN. Every year, Antarctic sea ice shrinks to its lowest levels towards the end of February, during the continent's summer. The sea ice then builds back up over the winter.

Dudhwa Tiger Reserve area has risen to 135 from a previous population of 82 — a jump of more than 64 per cent between 2018 and 2022, an official said. According to the latest government data released on the International Tiger Day on Saturday, the number of tigers in India has increased from 2,967 in 2018 to 3,682 in 2022, an annual rise of 6 per cent. Dudhwa Tiger Reserve Deputy Director Rengaraju Tamilselvan said the number of tigers, including the ones outside the reserve, has also grown from 107 to 153, clocking a growth of around 43 per cent.

foreign portfolio investors triggered a sharp rally in Indian equities and took benchmark indices to all-time highs. However, the buying frenzy among the big bulls seems to be ebbing.FPIs net invested a mere Rs 468 crore in domestic markets during the week ended July 28, compared to Rs 7,804 crore in the preceding week.Benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 registered their first weekly loss after four consecutive gains, as investors booked partial profits. But on a monthly basis, inflows from FPIs were positive for the fourth consecutive month in July. They net invested over $4 billion in July, but this was lower than the over $6 billion inflows in June. Since March this year, FPIs have net invested nearly $19 billion in Indian equities, which is more than the $18 billion of outflows witnessed in the whole of 2022.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced 'Meri Mati Mera Desh' campaign in order to honour the martyred bravehearts of the country in the run up to Independence Day. ' The announcement came during PM's monthly address on his radio show Mann Ki Baat. Modi said that with 'Amrit Mohatsav' resonating everywhere and August 15 near, a big campaign is being launched in the country — 'Meri Mati Mera Desh'.

Antarctica's sea ice has fallen to unprecedented lows for this time of year, according to CNN. Every year, Antarctic sea ice shrinks to its lowest levels towards the end of February, during the continent's summer. The sea ice then builds back up over the winter.

Texas Rangers have made a significant move to bolster their pitching rotation, agreeing to acquire three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer from the New York Mets. The deal, still awaiting official announcement, comes amidst the Rangers' recent struggles, with a 4-0 loss to the San Diego Padres being their sixth defeat in eight games, narrowing their AL West lead to just one game over the Houston Astros. The blockbuster trade sees the Rangers add the 39-year-old Scherzer, a highly accomplished pitcher with a stellar track record. This acquisition comes as a timely boost for the team, with their ace Nathan Eovaldi experiencing setbacks, causing his next start to be pushed back once again. Manager Bruce Bochy has expressed the need for the rotation to improve, making Scherzer's arrival all the more crucial. Meanwhile, Scherzer's addition to the Rangers' roster means joining forces with another former Mets pitcher, the two-time Cy Young Award winner, Jacob deGrom. Unfortunately, deGrom is currently sidelined due to Tommy John elbow surgery, potentially keeping him out of action until the end of next season.

The backup Uber driver involved in the first death involving a fully autonomous vehicle has pleaded guilty to endangerment

The NTSB is renewing its calls for major freight railroads to equip every locomotive with automated track inspection devices that it believes could have prevented a 2021 train derailment that killed three people in Montana

Under fire this week for an investigative story on former CNN chief Jeff Zucker, the entertainment publication Variety made changes to the piece on Friday

Federal regulators have approved plans to load radioactive fuel into a second new nuclear reactor in Georgia

A federal judge in Miami is criticizing prosecutors for an apparent attempt to undercut a court order and try to take control of an oceanside condo belonging to a former Republican congressman ahead of a high-profile trial connected to a $50 million co...

Market Volatility and Exogenous Factors:Market volatility primarily stemmed from exogenous factors. Global monetary and fiscal tightening measures were implemented across countries (with few exceptions) to manage persistent inflation. The shocks caused by the Russia-Ukraine war and China's Covid restrictions also contributed to volatility.

The Fed and ECB both lifted borrowing costs by a quarter of a percentage point while keeping options open for their next meetings in September. In Japan, the central bank made a surprise decision to loosen its yield curve control policy — a pillar of its effort to suppress interest rates and stimulate the economy. That stoked speculation of more drastic changes to the country’s ultra-low borrowing costs.

Our fascination with celebrity breakups has stood the test of time. Last week, actors Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello announced their divorce after seven years of marriage. Ariana Grande and her husband, Dalton Gomez, also appeared to be on the outs.

NFL news, there has been some significant drama surrounding Jonathan Taylor, the talented American football running back currently playing for the Indianapolis Colts. Amid contract negotiations, Taylor has expressed his desire for a trade, adding to the intrigue of the situation. Colts owner, Jim Irsay, made waves on social media this week when he tweeted about NFL running backs seeking changes to the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to ensure fairer compensation for star rushers. He hinted that some agents might be acting in «bad faith» by pushing for these alterations. In response, Jonathan Taylor's agent promptly fired back, refuting the notion of bad faith on their part. Instead, the agent pointed out that «Bad faith is not paying your top offensive player,» indicating that there might be some underlying tensions between Taylor and the Colts organization regarding his contract. We take a look at Jonathan Taylor's career: Born on January 19, 1999, in Salem, New Jersey, Taylor's journey to the pros has been nothing short of remarkable. From setting a New Jersey state rushing yards record in high school to becoming the first player in NCAA history to rush for over 6,000 yards in a three-year span, Taylor's achievements have been awe-inspiring. However, amidst contract negotiations with the Colts, the young star has reportedly expressed his desire for a trade, leaving fans and experts speculating on what the future holds for this standout player.

Heavyweight HDFC Bank ended as the top drag on Sensex, followed by Infosys, TCS and Axis Bank. However, mid and smallcaps outperformed the benchmark index. The BSE Midcap index closed 0.55 per cent higher at 30,159.82 after hitting its record high of 30,178.22.

UFC 291 is set to host the highly anticipated rematch between former interim UFC lightweight champions, Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. Their first encounter took place in 2018, with Poirier securing a fourth-round victory by TKO. Both fighters are ranked second and third in the lightweight division, making this bout a significant step towards a potential title shot, along with a chance to win the UFC's 'BMF' belt. Dustin Poirier, with an impressive record of 29 wins, 7 losses, and 1 no contest, stands at 5' 9" tall and has a reach of 72". On the other side, Justin Gaethje, with a record of 25 wins and 4 losses, stands 5' 11" tall, possessing a reach of 70".

Manipur government said that the Home Ministry has deputed a team from National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) who will be assisted by state government employees in the biometric capturing exercise. “A team of officials of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), deputed by the Ministry of Home Affairs for training and handholding of State Government Officers in this campaign, assisted the State Government officials in capturing biometric data of illegal immigrants at Foreigners' Detention Centre, Sajwa, Imphal East District today," a release from Manipur government said.

Exide Industries, JK Lakshmi Cement, United Breweries, among many others will trade ex-dividend in the coming week, starting from Monday, August 31. Also, shares of Kamdhenu Ventures and NINTech Systems will trade ex bonus next week, according to data on stock exchanges.

Taylor Swift's recent concert in downtown Seattle caused an unexpected seismic event that left both fans and seismologists astonished. The ground shook so intensely that it registered signals equivalent to a magnitude 2.3 earthquake on nearby seismometers, making it an unprecedented "Swift Quake." The «Swift Quake» took place during the pop megastar's ongoing Eras Tour, which has been selling out venues across the nation with its 52-date schedule. Swift's captivating performances and extensive catalog of hits spanning her illustrious 10-album career have drawn immense crowds, and the Seattle concert was no exception, with a staggering 70,000 fans in attendance.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.