Author: Justin M. Larson

Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore (File Image) The American astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who extended their stay on the International Space Station due to Boeing’s Starliner capsule complications, have completed their return to Earth in March and finished physical therapy whilst increasing their involvement with Boeing and Nasa initiatives.”Right now, we’re just coming off of the rehab portion of our return,” Wilmore, 62, told Reuters in an interview on Wednesday. “Gravity stinks for a period, and that period varies for different people, but eventually you get over those neurovestibular balance type of issues.”The pair, who initially planned an…

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Gold prices have resumed their primary upward trend after a brief consolidation phase. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction: MCX Gold and MCX Silver have shown considerable fluctuations recently, influenced by global political events and the impact of Donald Trump’s decisions regarding tariffs on market confidence. Despite gold’s conventional status as a secure investment option, gold rate has declined from recent highs over the past few trading sessions. Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group shares his views:MCX GOLD OutlookGold prices have resumed their primary upward trend after a brief consolidation phase within the 96,000–94,500…

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When Urvashi Rautela walked the red carpet recently, all eyes were on her bold outfit, but even more attention was drawn to the man by her side. Stylish, composed and full of flair, he wasn’t a Bollywood star or cricketer. He was Manish Vaid, a fashion designer.He’s not just a red carpet regular or a creative mind behind showstopping gowns. He’s also Virat Kohli’s close friend and a man who once traded engineering manuals for runway sketches. His life story reads like a film script, from Nagpur to Paris. But who really is Manish Vaid?Manish Vaid hails from Nagpur and…

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With many relationships not working out, narcissism has become a common term used these days. It refers to people, often called Narcissists, who are too selfish to care or love anyone else but themselves– even in romantic relationships. Narcissists often come across as confident, charming, and even magnetic. But beneath the mask, their behaviour can be emotionally draining and manipulative towards their partner. Such relationships are not just hard to maintain, but also difficult to sustain the test of time. And people in romantic relationships with Narcissists often end up walking away from them, thus leading to their ultimate breakup.…

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Elon Musk has announced on social media that he is leaving his role in the Trump administration, a departure the White House confirmed was in process on Wednesday evening.“As my scheduled time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President @realDonaldTrump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending,” the billionaire wrote on X, his social media platform.“The DOGE mission will only strengthen over time as it becomes a way of life throughout the government,” he said, referring to his “department of government efficiency.”A White House official told Reuters it was accurate Musk is…

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Many Android users have noticed their phone batteries draining faster than usual recently. While battery draining depends on various factors, Google has pointed to one common app as a likely cause: Instagram. The company has confirmed that a recent version of Instagram was causing excessive battery use on Android devices, but has since released a fix. Google has stated that Instagram is responsible for the rapid battery drain issue in many Android devices. (AFP) Instagram App Gets Battery Drain FixGoogle posted a message on the Android Help Community advising users to update Instagram to version 382.0.0.49.84. This update aims to…

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Hikers call 911 over ‘dead’ friend on trail, turns out they were just high on mushrooms A scenic hike in the Adirondacks took a wild turn last week after two New York men called in a dramatic 911 report claiming their friend had died on the trail. After discovering them, officials found out that the hikers were apparently high on psychedelic mushrooms and their lost friend was alive. According to the New York department of environmental conservation, forest rangers received the alarming distress call on May 24 near Cascade Mountain. The hikers breathlessly told that their friend had tragically died…

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Market analysts anticipate a period of consolidation with selective buying. (AI image) Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Thursday. While Nifty50 went above 24,850, BSE Sensex rose over 500 points. At 9:18 AM, Nifty50 was trading at 24,868.00, up 116 points or 0.47%. BSE Sensex was at 81,753.20, up 441 points or 0.54%.Market analysts anticipate a period of consolidation with selective buying whilst investors evaluate forthcoming data and global market conditions.VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited says, “Trump’s tariff-related news continues to impact markets. The US Federal court…

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Chris Hemsworth has officially marked what may be the beginning of the end for his iconic portrayal of Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In an emotional video posted to his YouTube channel, the actor reflected on his 15-year journey as the God of Thunder and thanked fans for their unwavering support. Sharing the video, the actor penned a note that read, “Playing Thor has been one of the greatest honours of my life. For the last 15 years I’ve held Mjolnir and then Stormbreaker as the God of Thunder, but what made it truly special… was sharing it with…

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Neanderthals may have made art just like modern humans do, researchers in Spain have said.The findings, published in the Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences journal, challenge existing assumptions that art began with homo sapiens. Researchers said a pebble excavated from central Spain in 2022 seemed to have been made to look like a face by having a painted dot where a nose would be – suggesting it may be an early artwork. Image: The pebble (left) and a close-up view of the fingerprint (right) seemingly painted on it. Pic: Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences/Alvarez-Alonso, de Andres-Herrero, Diez-Herrero et al “It has gradually…

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MUMBAI: A minor fight between drivers of two aggregator cabs snowballed into a dangerous stunt as one driver jumped onto the bonnet of the other’s cab at the domestic terminal of the city airport Wednesday midnight. To avoid being attacked, the driver who was in the cab, Bhimprasad Mahanto (34), accelerated while with the other, Justin J (34), clung onto the bonnet. He zipped along Western Express Highway, driving several kilometres.A passing two-wheeler rider filmed the edge-of-seat incident with the video later going viral on social media. The one who drove has been detained by the police, and his vehicle…

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Mumbai: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) urged insurance companies to prioritise expanding the number of people covered under insurance, not just improving insurance penetration metrics. The regulator’s call came at a time when the non-life insurance industry committed over Rs 300 crore over three years to an awareness campaign with the tagline ‘Achha kiya insurance liya’ (Did well by buying insurance).Irdai member Deepak Sood told industry leaders that companies should address new risks. “The face of risk is changing every day,” said Sood, citing a shift from traditional physical and business risks to emerging threats such…

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Urvashi Rautela recently attended the famous Cannes Film Festival, where she met many global stars and has been dropping lots of pics and selfies ever since. Known for turning heads with her dramatic looks and glamorous presence, Urvashi made sure all eyes were on her, and not just for her outfits.‘That’s a Titanic compliment’In the early hours of Thursday, Urvashi took to Instagram to share some dazzling selfies from the Cannes Film Festival. Among them was a photo that seemed to feature her with ‘Titanic’ actor Leonardo DiCaprio. But it wasn’t just the selfie that caught people’s attention—it was what…

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Bright neon colours and overly flashy designs might be trendy in certain circles, but for everyday wear, they can be distracting and limit outfit versatility. Unless you’re intentionally making a bold fashion statement or working within a creative industry, such sneakers often clash with classic or neutral wardrobes.Instead, choose sneakers in timeless hues like white, black, navy, or earth tones. These colours are easier to pair and suit a wider range of occasions, from casual weekends to smart-casual dinners.Bonus tips for choosing the right sneakersConsider the occasion: Sneakers suitable for the gym or outdoor activities are not always appropriate for…

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The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers…TIMES Arsenal are targeting former Manchester City winger Leroy Sane who is out of contract at Bayern Munich this summer.Manchester United will have to wait until next week to find out if they have beaten Chelsea to Liam Delap’s signature.Police made 28 arrests as Chelsea and Real Betis fans clashed ahead of the Conference League final in Wroclaw. DAILY MIRROR Liverpool will reportedly focus on selling Darwin Nunez after getting a deal over the line to sign Florian Wirtz. Jordan Henderson could make a big return to the Premier League this summer.DAILY…

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Apple is planning a huge shakeup to its naming scheme for software updates. Bloomberg reports that this year’s iOS update won’t be called iOS 19 after all. Instead, Apple is planning to call it “iOS 26” as part of a new year-based naming strategy. Here’s exactly what that means for all of Apple’s platforms … iOS 26 (yes, really) What this means is that at WWDC next month Apple will announce the following new software versions: iOS 26 (instead of iOS 19) macOS 26 (instead of macOS 16) iPadOS 26 (instead of iPadOS 19) watchOS 26 (instead of watchOS 12)…

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IPL 2025 league stage was one of contrasts for two left-handers, where teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi starred for Rajasthan Royals, Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant looked a sorry shadow of himself. (AP/PTI) The Indian Premier League has finally entered its playoff stage – belatedly and dramatically. After 70 matches of explosive batting, tense finishes and unprecedented off-field events, four teams are left in contention for the crown.At the heart of the league stage were two polarising narratives: the astonishing rise of 14-year-old Rajasthan Royals’ prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who smashed the second-fastest IPL century of all time; and the steep fall…

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