For the first time, astronomers have caught a much younger version of the Sun creating a giant bubble in space. The discovery was made using NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory. This gaseous bubble, called the “astrosphere,” completely envelops the young star. Strong particle winds emanating from the star’s surface create this bubble, filling it with hot … NASA shares image of young sun-like star blowing giant space bubble
A glass-based form of data storage that could preserve information for 10,000 years has been developed by researchers at Microsoft. Long-term preservation of digital information has long challenged archivists and data centres. Magnetic tapes and hard drives typically degrade within decades, meaning the data has to be copied over to new mediums every few years … The 10,000-year hard drive: Microsoft’s new breakthrough uses glass to store data forever
Islamabad (TIP): Cross-border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalated sharply on Friday, Feb 27, with Islamabad declaring “open war” on Kabul after carrying out airstrikes in parts of Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia, further intensifying tensions between the two neighbouring countries. In a post on X, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued a strong statement declaring … ‘Dama Dam Mast Qalandar’: Pakistan declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan
Dhaka (TIP): A court in Bangladesh’s capital has ordered authorities to request that Interpol issue a red notice for the arrest of a British lawmaker on charges of corruption in a private real estate project. Tulip Siddiq, a former British minister and an MP from Hampstead and Highgate in London, faces charges of corruption in … Bangladesh court orders Interpol red notice for British MP and Hasina relative over corruption
Athens (TIP): A new penal code issued by decree in Afghanistan sets harsher punishments for the mistreatment of animals than for domestic violence against women and solidifies into law inequality based on gender and social status. The decree, which was signed by Afghanistan’s Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada in January, “defines several crimes and punishments that … Afghanistan’s new penal code sets 15 days in prison for wife-beating, 5 months for animal fights
MOSCOW (TIP): Moscow is in no hurry to reach a deal to end the war in Ukraine, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov suggested in comments to state media on Thursday, Feb 26 Negotiators from both countries were in Geneva on Thursday for separate talks with US officials, part of a fraught negotiation process being pushed by … Russia says ‘no deadlines’ to end Ukraine war
Seol (TIP): North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has spurned Seoul’s efforts to mend diplomatic relations, saying Pyongyang has “absolutely no business dealing with” his nation’s “most hostile” enemy, state media said Thursday, Feb 26. South Korea has mounted a concerted push to build bridges with Pyongyang under President Lee Jae Myung, who has sought … Kim Jong Un spurns olive branch from ‘hostile’ South Korea
HAVANA (TIP): Cuba’s government said late Wednesday that the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the U.S. who were trying to infiltrate the island and unleash terrorism. The announcement came hours after Cuba said its soldiers killed four people and wounded six others aboard a … Cuba says 4 killed in speedboat shooting were attempting to infiltrate the country
Geneva (TIP): The United Nations has approved the first credits to be issued under a carbon market established by the Paris climate accord, aimed at reducing emissions – a mechanism that has faced scrutiny over greenwashing concerns. The UN-run market allows companies and countries to offset their excess emissions by financing projects that cut greenhouse … UN approves first carbon credits under Paris Agreement market mechanism
Tokyo (TIP): The number of births in Japan fell for the 10th straight year in 2025, official data showed on Thursday, highlighting the challenges for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. A total of 705,809 babies were born in Japan, the preliminary health ministry data showed, down 2.1 percent from 2024. The data includes births to Japanese … Japan’s births fall for 10th year, adding to demographic strain
Hong Kong (TIP): A Hong Kong appellate court on Thursday quashed fraud convictions against onetime media magnate Jimmy Lai, a rare victory in the prominent activist’s legal battles. Lai, 78, an outspoken critic of China’s ruling Communist Party who founded the now-defunct Apple Daily, will stay in prison because he was sentenced to 20 years … Hong Kong court quashes fraud conviction of ex-media mogul Jimmy
Jessica Chastain takes on one of her most daring roles in “Dreams,” a torrid erotic thriller about power, obsession, art and immigration. Re-teaming with filmmaker Michel Franco , she plays a San Francisco socialite entangled in a tempestuous affair with a talented Mexican ballet dancer, played by Isaac Hernández. Her character Jennifer, the well-heeled daughter … Jessica Chastain leads a sexually-charged drama about love, social class in Dreams
After 30 years of speculation, it’s finally happening! Leonardo DiCaprio is set to headline the long-awaited sequel to Heat, and he won’t be alone. Another Oscar winner, Christian Bale, has now confirmed his role in the upcoming film, marking one of the most exciting casting announcements in recent Hollywood history. In a recent interview with … Leonardo DiCaprio and Christian Bale to star in Michael Mann’s long-awaited Heat 2
The head of the BBC has ordered a “fast-tracked” internal investigation into the “serious mistake” that saw a racist slur aired during the BAFTA awards. Tourette’s sufferer John Davidson, who inspired one of the winning films, has said he is “deeply mortified” after shouting the N-word at the London film and television awards ceremony, which … BBC orders fast track probe into ‘serious mistake’ over racial slur at BAFTAs
Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Ranta are gearing up for the release of their new psychological thriller, Accused. Netflix India has unveiled the film’s official trailer, which features the two leads portraying a same-sex couple. However, their bond is put to the test when a grave accusation surfaces, threatening to tear them apart. In the … Konkona-Pratibha play same-sex couple in Accused
Taapsee Pannu gained appreciation for her performance in the film Assi, which was released in theatres last Friday. The social drama is directed by Anubhav Sinha, with whom she has previously worked on Mulk and Thappad. In a new interaction with Galatta Plus, Taapsee said how she has questioned many ‘top directors’ about the kind … Taapsee Pannu says she has questioned directors for casting same faces for same roles
Filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar recently shared a behind-the-scenes look from his upcoming project, featuring the leading man, Ahaan Panday. Now, a source tells us, “Shoot begins on March 30 in Mumbai’s YRF Studios for a 27-day schedule. Then, the team will travel to UK for a 60-day shoot in May. All the actors are currently … Ahaan Panday dons action avatar in next; begins shoot on March 30
Worldwide Distribution by World Cinema Partners Produced & Directed by Sanjane Koneshamoorthy NEW YORK (TIP): Arranged Love, the latest romantic drama from filmmaker Sanjane Koneshamoorthy, delivers a gentle yet emotionally resonant portrayal of love shaped by culture, family, and personal choice. Distributed globally by World Cinema Partners, the film offers audiences across borders a heartfelt … Arranged Love – A Tender Exploration of Modern Romance Within Tradition
NEW YORK (TIP): The NYPD said early Thursday, February 26, it arrested a 27-year-old man in connection with the Washington Square Park snowball fight that injured two officers earlier in the week. Gusmane Coulibaly was arrested Monday, the NYPD said in a social media post. Precise charges were pending. The snowball fight and the resulting … Man arrested in connection with snowball fight that injured police officers
NEW YORK/ KABUL (TIP): The latest decree issued by the de facto authorities in Afghanistan further diminishes the rights of women and girls and exposes them to even greater risk of violence. Shared with the courts for implementation in early January, Decree No. 12 formally removes equality between men and women before the law. It … UN Women Special Representative in Afghanistan, Susan Ferguson comments on Decree No. 12 issued by the de facto authorities of Afghanistan
Federal officials had misrepresented themselves to gain access, according to the university. Mayor Zohran Mamdani said President Trump had told him the student would be let go. Sharon Otterman/ New York Times NEW YORK (TIP): Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents entered a residential building owned by Columbia University early Thursday morning and detained an … Columbia Student Arrested by ICE in a University Building is Released
TRENTON, NJ (TIP): Gov. Mikie Sherrill has picked retired New Jersey State Police officer Jeanne Hengemuhle to be the first woman to lead the agency. Hengemuhle served 26 years in the State Police and retired in 2024 as a lieutenant colonel. She is set to take over as acting superintendent Thursday, Sherrill, a Democrat in … Sherrill nominates first woman to lead N.J. State Police
Raj K. Chopra was a leading figure in the vitamin and health foods industries, and a luminary in the world of coenzyme Q10. In 1976, Raj co-founded Tishcon Corporation in Westbury Long Island, a manufacturer of nutritional supplements, vitamins, and nutraceuticals, for which he coined the tagline, “only nature has had more experience with vitamins.” … Pioneer in Nutraceuticals Dr Raj K Chopra dies: Renee Mehra pays tribute
GURUGRAM (TIP): Major Maroof Raza (retd), a respected voice in India’s strategic circles, passed away today, February 27, following a prolonged battle with cancer. Major Raza, 67, who breathed his last in Gurugram, was an Army officer with ground experience in tackling counter insurgency in the north-east. After leaving the Army, he blossomed as a … Maroof Raza – A bridge between academia and rugged realities of battlefield dies at 67
All-of-government approach driving campaign shows early signs of success ANNAPOLIS, Md. (TIP): Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman and Governor Wes Moore, along with representatives from partner agencies and key nonprofit partner organizations, will host an event to highlight the early impact of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Campaign and outline the next phase of expanded … Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman, Governor Wes Moore to Announce Public Launch of Expanded Earned Income Tax Credit Campaign
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Former Trump appointee Carrie Prejean Boller is drawing renewed attention after publicly stating that she intends to oppose any politician she believes is “Israel first” or funded by AIPAC. In a recent conversation, she called on others to adopt a similar stance, using forceful language to criticize what she described as “Zionist … Former Trump Appointee Oppose Israel First & AIPAC supported Candidates
NEW YORK (TIP): Hillary Clinton used her appearance on Thursday (February 26, 2026) before a Republican-led panel probing Jeffrey Epstein to go on the offensive and demand U.S. President Donald Trump testify about his own links to the sex offender. Ms. Clinton told the congressional committee she had no information about Epstein’s crimes, never recalled … Hillary Clinton quizzed on Epstein, calls for Trump to testify
New Delhi (TIP): Terming the publication of a chapter on corruption in the judiciary in a Class VIII NCERT social science textbook a “deep-rooted, well-orchestrated conspiracy to malign the judiciary”, the Supreme Court on Thursday, Feb 26, imposed a blanket ban on the controversial book and on the publication or circulation of its content. Taking … They fired gunshot, judiciary bleeding: SC bans NCERT book with chapter on corruption
New Delhi (TIP): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has received prosecution sanction against senior Congress leader and former Union finance minister P Chidambaram in two separate money laundering cases related to the Aircel-Maxis and INX Media deals, the agency said on Thursday, Feb 26, adding it has submitted the sanction before a court to expedite the … ED grants prosecution sanction against Chidambaram in two cases