The United States imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products early on Saturday (August 22, 2026), and Canada immediately said it would retaliate, after last-ditch negotiations failed to resolve the latest strain in already tense relations between the historic allies. President Donald Trump’s import taxes will hit about 5% of what Canada…
Chennai: To retain the attention of Gen Z students, colleges are reimagining the classroom. The novel ideas include splitting the traditional 50-minute lecture into active and passive learning sessions, creating short videos, quizzes, guided problem-solving sessions and structured discussions.Colleges are taking inputs from alumni and conducting academic audits to make lessons more relevant to students…
There’s a pleasant family note around your day, Scorpio. A home event, social function, or cheerful gathering may draw you in, and your presence brings comfort to others. The Moon supports domestic joy, while Venus sweetens your interactions. People will listen when you speak, and some may be quite taken by your charm.You may even…
India’s Kuldeep Yadav, front, and captain Shubman Gill during a practice session (PTI Photo) Mumbai: Kuldeep Yadav is going through one of the toughest phases of his career. The left-arm wrist-spinner was not given a single game during India’s recent white-ball tour of England, comprising five T20Is and three ODIs, despite India losing both series.His…
‘They are adults now; won’t force them to marry’_ Suchitra Mohanlal on Pranav, Vismaya’s marriage. Suchitra Mohanlal has opened up about the frequently asked questions surrounding the marriage plans of her children, Pranav Mohanlal and Vismaya Mohanlal.Mohanlal‘s wife said in a recent interview with Can media that the decision about marriage should ultimately remain with…
Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif has questioned captain Shubman Gill’s use of Kuldeep Yadav in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle, saying the spinner’s short spells suggested a lack of faith in him.Kuldeep bowled only 25 overs across India’s two innings in the Test and took one wicket, while left-arm spinner Manav Suthar…
This year’s El Nino weather pattern will be the biggest in over a century and could make 2027 the hottest year globally, Britain’s national weather agency said on Friday (August 21, 2026). An El Nino weather event happens when warming sea surface temperatures in the tropical eastern Pacific trigger worldwide changes in winds, atmospheric pressure…
Chennai: Residents of a few streets in Perambur and Anna Nagar have been relying on borewells and bottled water for drinking and cooking after the Metro Water supply to their homes developed a foul, sewage-like smell. The problem has been persistent for over a month.The complaints point to a wider problem in the city’s water-supply…
Some days ask for speed. This one requires perseverance, Sagittarius. Stress levels can rise without warning, and costs can wreak havoc on your peace of mind due to many directions, travel costs and household necessities or a bill that you forgot to pay, or an unexpected purchase. The Moon is not at ease, and you…
Delhi’s Sanat Sangwan celebrates his century during the fourth and last day of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 cricket match between Delhi and Puducherry, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi. Match ended in a draw. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: “Arey nahi nahi!” Sanat Sangwan bursts into laughter when asked if his father was a…