The 2026 FIFA World Cup (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The ever-present description of football as a “game of two halves” is set for a new narrative as FIFA, the governing body of the game, has included a three-minute hydration break midway through each half of every match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, make it…
Aries: Take a moment to clear your thoughts before diving into your tasks today. When your mind is clear, solutions come to you on their own. Take your time to respond. Feeling stuck at work? Take a step back. “Think coolly. Act.” Put your finances first before you decide. Now you are strong, so add…
General:Your day asks for restraint. The Moon pulls you towards comfort and impulse, while Saturn stands like a strict elder, reminding you of limits and consequences.Expenditure may cross income if you don’t watch it. Small spends add up, cab rides, online orders, extra snacks, and last minute gifts. You may feel like treating yourself to…
The compact SUV segment in India has heated up once again with the arrival of the updated Skoda Kushaq facelift and the return of the Renault Duster. If you are looking to purchase any of the two SUVs, here’s a quick look at the pricing and the engine options on offer. Skoda Kushaq Facelift vs…
Erin Routliffe (L) and Gabriela Dabrowski (R) won two US Open women’s doubles titles and the year-ending WTA Finals in 2024. (AFP) NEW DELHI: Erin Routliffe was born in Auckland while her parents were on an around-the-world sailing adventure, with New Zealand serving as their base at the time. They remained in the country for…
There’s a war brewing far away between the US, Israel and Iran. But why is your monthly budget suddenly acting like it’s in danger too?The Middle East war that began as a geopolitical conflict over two months ago has slowly turned into a cost-of-living problem for households, as disruptions to oil supply routes, rising freight…
Today marks a turning point with enhanced working environments and a surge of optimism as good news arrives about your father’s health. Remember to check in on your mother’s emotional state. Love is in the air, presenting chances for mending relationships. Career paths illuminate with the help of key contacts, and students will find their…
Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi was close to leaving the Lanka Premier League (LPL) after he was left out of Kandy Royals’ match against Colombo Capitals despite reportedly being told he would play as the team’s ‘Impact Player’.According to media reports, the franchise had informed Afridi before the match that he would be used as…
Eight-year-old Dor Wolynitz with the over 1,700-year-old statuette fragment he found in the Ramon Crater area, May 11, 2026. Image Credit: Akiva Goldenhersch/Israel Antiquities Authority An excursion with the family through the rugged beauty of Ramon Crater is usually about amazing views and the quiet of the desert. For 8-year-old Dor Wolynitz, the experience turned…
New Delhi: The West Asia conflict and weak monsoon pose a downside risk to Indian’s economic growth and may put pressure on inflation, fiscal and external deficits, the finance ministry said in its monthly economic review released on Wednesday.It, however, added that while seeking to sustain economic growth, policy is expected to safeguard medium-term fiscal…