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In a significant development, the CBI has arrested Pune biology lecturer Manisha Gurunath Mandhare in connection with the 2026 NEET-UG paper leak case. Mandhare, an NTA-appointed expert and alleged "mastermind," was reportedly involved in the examination process, raising serious concerns about the integrity of India's national medical entrance exam.
Global stock markets plummeted on May 15, 2026, as surging crude oil prices and record-high Treasury yields ignited fears of persistent inflation. This widespread anxiety, fueled by the Iran conflict's impact on energy costs and expectations of higher interest rates, signals a challenging economic outlook.
The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a significant blow to Virginia Democrats on Friday, rejecting their emergency request to implement a new congressional district map. This pivotal decision effectively blocks a map designed to favor the Democratic party in upcoming midterm elections, upholding a prior ruling by the Virginia Supreme Court.
New research reveals vitamin B2 surprisingly helps cancer cells escape a crucial death process called ferroptosis by supporting a protective cellular shield. Scientists successfully broke down this shield using a B2-like compound in lab tests, leading to the death of cancer cells and offering a potential new therapeutic avenue.
A new study reveals that global warming is critically depleting oxygen in rivers worldwide, threatening aquatic life and potentially creating "dead zones." Researchers, using satellite data and AI across 21,000 rivers since 1985, found an average 2.1% oxygen drop primarily due to rising water temperatures.
Six passengers from a cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak have arrived in Perth, Australia, beginning a mandatory three-week quarantine. Despite testing negative before their journey from the Netherlands, this isolation is a critical precautionary step to monitor for any potential symptoms.
Raspberry Pi founder Eben Upton cautions that exaggerated claims about AI's capabilities could deter individuals from pursuing tech careers, potentially worsening existing skill shortages. He emphasizes the critical need for a realistic understanding of AI to prevent misinformation from negatively impacting future workforce decisions and the broader economy.
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded a two-day Beijing summit, signaling a shift towards a more pragmatic, business-focused relationship centered on economic cooperation. While discussions primarily focused on trade, no major breakthroughs were announced on contentious issues like Iran or Taiwan, indicating a strategic focus on economic ties over immediate resolution of geopolitical disputes.
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked restrictions on mifepristone, a widely used abortion pill, ensuring continued access for patients nationwide. This crucial decision means doctors can still mail the medication directly to individuals without requiring an in-person visit, preserving the most common method of ending a pregnancy in the U.S.
Russia unleashed a devastating daytime drone assault across Ukraine, killing at least six people and involving over 800 drones in one of its longest and most massive attacks. This extensive barrage came shortly after a US-brokered ceasefire expired, prompting President Zelenskyy to warn of potential follow-up missile strikes.
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery, finding compelling evidence that dinosaur fossils can still contain traces of their original proteins, directly challenging the long-held belief that fossilization completely destroys all organic material. This revolutionary finding promises to transform the study of ancient life, offering unprecedented insights into dinosaur biology and their evolutionary paths.
Japanese researchers have unearthed compelling evidence of a powerful solar storm around 1200 CE, identified through ancient tree rings and historical accounts of vivid red auroras. This 800-year-old "red sky" event reveals a highly active Sun with unusually short solar cycles, offering crucial insights for safeguarding future Moon missions from similar radiation.