First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains is internationally acclaimed for its spectacular granite cliffs, glaciers, waterfalls, sequoia trees and wildlife. File | Photo Credit: AP President Donald Trump’s administration is considering giving a section of the renowned Yosemite National Park to a private developer, a lawyer for the company…
Nine bodies of migrants have been recovered in the past two days from the shores of an eastern suburb of the Libyan capital Tripoli after their boat capsized, the Tripoli Red Crescent branch said. The Red Crescent branch said in a statement late on Monday (August 17, 2026) that the bodies were recovered from Tajoura,…
Nani and Srikanth Odela reunited for their latest release ‘The Paradise’ after their successful 2023 film ‘Dasara’. During an event hosted by the makers recently, the director talked about his close relationship with Nani and addressed reports about disagreements between them during the making of the film.During an event hosted by the makers of ‘The…
Gemini Moon encourages discussions and short-term planning for all zodiac signs. Direct Mercury aids in resolving delayed exchanges and clarifying communication efforts. Each sign receives a lucky number and colour to convert scattered thoughts into practical action. Taurus can enhance delivery agreements by confirming transaction details and arrival dates. Pisces should set aside time to…
A view shows Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. File picture | Photo Credit: Reuters The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Saturday (May 30, 2026) said it has been informed by the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine that a drone today struck a turbine building at the site, reportedly causing a hole in its…
Pulled up for non-compliance of orders Chennai: Tamil Nadu State Information Commission pulled up the revenue officers of Sholinganallur taluk and South Chennai revenue divisional office for non-compliance of the commission’s orders even after a year in connection with different second appeals and complaint petitions.Information commissioner P Thamarai Kannan (since retired), in his orders dated…
Ella Langley led the 2026 ACM Awards winners list with a five-award sweep at the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 17. The country singer won Female Artist of the Year, Artist-Songwriter of the Year, Song of the Year and Single of the Year for “Choosin’ Texas,” and Music…
Tamil actor Kathir is set to return to Malayalam cinema with ‘I Am Game’, a project that came his way through an unexpected recommendation from filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj. The actor, who previously appeared in the Malayalam film ‘Meesha’, revealed that he had never met director Nahas Hidayath before Lokesh introduced them. Interestingly, Kathir is yet…
India’s captain Shreyas Iyer, right, and West Indies’ captain Shai Hope at toss during the second T20I cricket match of a series between India and West Indies, in Ranchi, Jharkhand. (PTI Photo/Salman Ali) India captain Shreyas Iyer said heavy dew and a batter-friendly pitch made it difficult for his team to defend a massive total…
Conference room of Namakkal Kavignar Maligai where the new sea-view office is set to come CHENNAI: Chennai-based Raasi Builders has emerged as the lowest bidder in all three tenders floated by the public works department for renovating chief minister C Joseph Vijay’s sea-facing office at Namakkal Kavignar Maligai. Four contractors, including Raasi Builders, took part…