Rare ‘intensive’ revision in Bihar four months before polls

The Election Commission’s ‘Special Intensive Revision’ of Bihar’s electoral rolls has ignited political debate, differing from past revisions. While intensive revisions aren’t new, the timing of Bihar’s SIR, months before assembly elections, is unusual. Unlike previous ‘de novo’ exercises, it builds upon the 2002-03 roll, incorporating new enumeration forms and document submission.

He baked potato in aluminium foil, and ate it next morning after microwaving it. Hours later, he was paralysed, doctor explains why

How Potato became a biological trap: A routine kitchen shortcut involving foil-wrapped baked potatoes led to paralysis. This common practice can incubate dangerous botulism-causing bacteria overnight. Reheating leftovers in a microwave does not neutralize the potent botulinum toxin. Nerve damage from this poisoning requires extensive and uncertain recovery periods. Prompt refrigeration of potatoes after baking…

Argentina vs Spain FIFA World Cup Final to be replayed? Petition for a rematch crosses 60,000 signatures

FIFA World Cup Final Rematch Petition: An online petition urges FIFA to replay the 2026 World Cup Final after Argentine fans’ concerns. Supporters allege irregularities during the match, but Change.org petitions hold no official power. FIFA regulations do not permit replays based on fan dissatisfaction or online signatures. This follows a similar French petition after…

1,500 ships trapped in Gulf of Hormuz is quietly multiplying an underwater army that could unleash World’s biggest bioinvasion event

Gulf of Hormuz underwater army: Nearly fifteen hundred ships stuck in the Persian Gulf after fighting closed the Strait of Hormuz. These idle vessels are now becoming breeding grounds for marine invasive species, whose build-up of organisms on ship hulls increases fuel consumption significantly. Scientists urge stricter rules to prevent a major bioinvasion event.