Many Americans are “snowbird” travelers who flock to warm destinations during the winter months — but “glowbirding” has certain travelers seeking more than just sunny skies. The latest trend has captured the attention of younger generations, with members of Gen-Z booking trips that emphasize wellness and physical activities. Connor Smith, a vice president at IHG…
Elizabeth Taylor was notorious for receiving extravagant gifts from her seven husbands, but the Hollywood icon didn’t hesitate to spoil her pals. The screen legend and AIDS activist, one of the last icons of Hollywood’s golden era, passed away in 2011 at age 79. Her estate has participated in two new documentaries exploring her life…
Delhi received 41.2 mm of rain in the past 24 hours till 8.30 am on Saturday, marking the highest single-day December rainfall in 101 years. The heavy rainfall resulted from an active western disturbance and its interaction with easterly winds. The city’s air quality improved to ‘moderate,’ with an AQI of 152.
Traffic was disrupted on Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, near Koyambedu, as DMDK workers and others gathered for Vijayakanth’s first death anniversary. DMDK leaders and workers breached security and held a rally, leading to traffic diversions and congestion. Vehicles moved slowly while the crowd added to the chaos. Traffic resumed after police intervention.
Heavy snowfall has severely disrupted life in Kashmir, affecting travel, power supply, and infrastructure. With around 17 inches of snow recorded in some areas, the Jammu-Srinagar Highway and train services are suspended. The region faces power outages and ongoing road clearance efforts, amidst the harsh ‘Chillai-Kalan’ winter period.
Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu urges Indians to focus on developing technological capabilities within India instead of seeking validation abroad. Highlighting the importance of retaining talent to advance India’s technological prowess, he questions the sustainability of relying on imported talent for national achievements.
Sharmistha Mukherjee criticised Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s proposal for a separate memorial for Dr Manmohan Singh, pointing out that the Congress did not convene a condolence meeting for her late father, former President Pranab Mukherjee. She mentioned other leaders neglected by Congress due to not being part of the ‘Gandhi’ family, highlighting an ongoing issue.
The Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) has released the International English Olympiad (IEO) 2024 results. Students from Classes 1 to 12 can check and download their results at sofworld.org using their roll numbers. The written exam was held on November 8, 2024, for participants across all eligible classes. Students can check the direct link here.
