In 1978, Dick Smith towed a fake “Antarctic iceberg” into Sydney Harbour; then rain exposed the foam-covered barge

An entrepreneur staged an elaborate April Fool’s Day prank in Sydney Harbour. A barge disguised as a giant iceberg fooled many Sydneysiders and media outlets. This event was rooted in genuine scientific discussions about towing icebergs for water. Heavy rain eventually washed away the disguise, revealing the barge underneath. The hoax remains a memorable Australian…

‘My arrest was a diversion’: Udhayanidhi Stalin attacks TVK govt, calls budget rebranding exercise

Udhayanidhi Stalin accused the ruling TVK government of diversionary tactics. He stated the recent budget was a rebranding exercise without new promises. The DMK leader criticized the government’s handling of the Cauvery water dispute. He also highlighted concerns about deteriorating law and order in the state. The TVK government defended its budget as a roadmap…

‘Mirzapur The Movie’ star Pankaj Tripathi says, ‘I was born in a place where there was no electricity’ ahead of receiving first international honour at IFFM 2026

Pankaj Tripathi will receive the Artist of Distinction award at IFFM 2026. This marks his first international award and recognizes his significant career. He believes Indian stories resonate globally due to powerful and diverse storytelling. Tripathi noted that acting requires dedication and formal learning, not just social media popularity. His upcoming films include ‘Ohh My…

Across America’s three coasts, 84% of wetlands are slowly submerging; only 16% are rising fast enough to keep pace with the sea

As sea levels continue to rise at an alarming rate, coastal wetlands are facing unprecedented inundation. A staggering eighty-four percent of these essential ecosystems are currently experiencing loss on a national scale. The Gulf Coast wetlands are bearing the brunt of this crisis, largely due to human impact. Still, there’s hope—many wetlands could shift inland…

Sharad Pawar’s NCP removes all spokespersons but two

The Nationalist Congress Party (SP) dissolved all spokesperson appointments immediately. Vidya Chavan and Mahesh Tapase are now the sole authorized party spokespersons. This decision was approved by Maharashtra unit president Shashikant Shinde. Former spokespersons accepted the party’s directive and pledged continued commitment. The reshuffle occurs amid heightened political activity and internal party discussions.

Kanikka Kapur on laughing off Kiara Advani comparisons after Sunny Deol starrer ‘Batwara 1947’ poster sparks online buzz: ‘I am leaving it to the people to judge’

In an insightful conversation, actress Kanikka Kapur opens up about the frequent comparisons to Kiara Advani and her exciting role in Rajkumar Santoshi’s upcoming film, ‘Batwara 1947’, which is scheduled for release in August 2026. She reflects on her rigorous audition journey, culminating in a performance before noted actor Aamir Khan, and recalls the memorable…