Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets with Oman’s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi in Tehran, Iran, August 25, 2026. Photo: Iranian Foreign Ministry via Reuters. Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaid met Tuesday (August 25, 2026) with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in Tehran to discuss a framework for managing ship traffic in the Strait of…
Chennai: The ongoing expansion of Sardar Patel Road from the Raj Bhavan point up to the IIT-Madras signal junction has been stuck with no sign of progress for the past couple of months. This highways department’s ₹48-crore road-widening project, which began last year, has effectively stalled, with several stretches still awaiting work.Result: The IIT-M junction…
Today, Sagittarians are brimming with courage, which could spark new initiatives at work and spur on short travels. While passionate dialogues in relationships may surface, a composed demeanor is essential to navigate them. Proactive steps at work are encouraged, yet caution against impulsive choices is important. Financially, expect a balanced situation, though keep an eye…
Dolly Parton was more than a musician, actor, author, philanthropist, or theme-park entrepreneur. Parton, who died Tuesday at age 80, occupied a space in our global cultural imagination – a figure of American mythology, someone best described as larger-than-life and then a little bit more. But from the very beginning, at the heart of everything…
Premier League 2026/27, Gameweek 1: Record-breaking numbers that made headlines during a drama-filled opening week The 2026/27 Premier League season is officially underway, with Gameweek 1 already producing landmark results, dramatic late goals and a host of eye-catching individual milestones. From Hull City’s historic win over Manchester United to Liverpool’s long unbeaten run on the…
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa hailed on Tuesday (August 25, 2026) the United States’ removal of his country from the state sponsors of terror list, a major sanctions relief step for a country aiming to boost post-war reconstruction. Also read | U.S. removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list “Today, Syria shakes off a dark…
Sanitation workers barge into Ripon building on Tuesday evening (Tarika Story) Chennai: Tense moments ensued after a flash protest by more than 50 sanitation workers at the Ripon Building on Tuesday. They entered the civic headquarters, sat on the floor and raised slogans demanding regularisation of their jobs.According to police, the sanitation workers sought permission…
Libra finds solace as the weight of mental strain lifts, finding joy in family bonds. Time spent with loved ones is revitalizing, making solitude feel less appealing. In romance, a gentle connection allows for deeper presence with a partner. Workplace stress diminishes, encouraging focused thought and task completion. Improved health follows this release of tension,…
The late Harry Potter and Downton Abbey star left behind a multimillion-pound estate after her death aged 89. Dame Maggie Smith left an estate worth around £16 million to her two sons, actors Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens, following her death at the age of 89 in September 2024, according to probate records and a…
Pakistan hockey team player (File photo) Pakistan’s poor showing at the ongoing Hockey World Cup has left former players deeply concerned about the state of the sport. The four-time champions have now gone 32 years without winning the title and were knocked out of the competition after another disappointing campaign.They will now play South Africa…