Hiroshima day 2026: The science behind how the city’s “survivor trees” survived an atomic bomb and regrew from its ashes

Hibaku jumoku, the resilient trees that survived the Hiroshima atomic explosion, stand as a testament to nature’s strength. Their underground roots sheltered them, enabling recovery after the devastation. Today, these trees are revered around the world as symbols of hope, with seeds from them being distributed internationally, inspiring future generations with messages of perseverance and…

Lock Upp 2: Shilpa Shinde on ‘bestie’ Shreya Kalra’s win: “I’m absolutely on cloud nine”

Shilpa Shinde radiated happiness as her dear friend Shreya Kalra clinched victory in Lock Upp 2 on August 5. Lifting the trophy to thunderous applause, Shreya outshone Shivangi Joshi, who claimed first runner-up, and Yogesh Rawat, who finished second. Fans widely celebrated Shreya’s strategic gameplay, while Shilpa and Shreya’s heartwarming friendship became a standout highlight…

Meet Bartlomiej Kubkowski: The first man to swim 100 miles across the Baltic Sea from Sweden to Poland without sleep, breaks or boat assistance

In a remarkable display of endurance, Bartlomiej Kubkowski swam an astonishing 160 kilometers continuously across the Baltic Sea, achieving this incredible milestone in 55 hours and 10 minutes. After four previous attempts without success, his persistence finally bore fruit, helping to raise nearly $190,000 for children battling cancer. This achievement signifies a noteworthy moment in…