Times of India

Valtteri Bottas has embarked on a 350km cycling journey from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Singapore. He aims to complete this challenge before the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix. Bottas previously faced setbacks during the Malaysian Grand Prix, where he retired after crashing. His cycling serves both as training and a mental reset after the disappointing race. If successful, he will arrive on time for his media commitments.

Protests in France have intensified due to teacher shortages, resulting in widespread school closures and clashes. A 15-year-old student lost his hand after handling a police stun grenade, prompting a government investigation. Police reported numerous arrests and significant property damage since the protests began last week. Student unions continue to organise demonstrations despite concerns over escalating violence.

Saudi military spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki al-Malki said the coalition was providing “full operational support” to government forces. He said around 100 fighter jets were supporting the campaign and that the coalition had established “air protection” over the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The coalition also claimed to have destroyed hundreds of Houthi targets. Those claims, however, could not be independently verified.

Researchers re-examininf 46 skulls excavated from Egypt’s First Dynasty royal cemetery at Abydos, found significant cranial trauma in 18 of them. The injuries provide new forensic evidence that some people buried around royal tombs may have been deliberately killed after a ruler’s death. The findings support the possibility of retainer sacrifice, although the exact cause of death remains uncertain for many others.

A Bengaluru consumer commission has ruled in favor of a customer against Sherlock's Pub regarding a service charge. The customer, Rudresh, objected to a mandatory 7.5 percent service charge during his visit. He highlighted guidelines from the Central Consumer Protection Authority to the pub staff, yet was compelled to pay. The commission found the pub's enforcement of the charge to be a violation of consumer rights.

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has weighed in on the uproar regarding the AI-morphed video of 'Chuttamalle'. He argues that discussing such content merely increases its visibility and diverts attention from the fundamental issue at hand. Actor Jr NTR and actress Janhvi Kapoor have both criticized the inappropriate video, stressing the necessity of consent and respect in artistic expressions.

A New Jersey data center spilled thousands of gallons of diesel fuel into a tributary of the Hackensack River. The incident occurred on September 11 and involved a reported 5,000 gallons from a storage tank. Equinix confirmed that two broken valves caused the release while the mayor attributed it to a computer glitch. Clean-up crews removed about 3,500 gallons during the operation, without impacting local wildlife.

Tiger Woods is helping launch Bluejack Ranch, a $2.5 billion, 914-acre gated golf community near Fort Worth, Texas. The project will have 500 homes, an 18-hole course, a dude ranch and resort-style amenities, with residential prices starting at $1 million.

In 2012, the man booked the 2,600 sq ft apartment in a project located in Sector 83, Gurgaon. The basic sale price was fixed at Rs 6,428.50 per sq ft, apart from other applicable charges. The basic sale price of the apartment was stipulated at Rs 1.67 crore. Relying on the assurances given by the developer, the man obtained a home loan and ultimately paid Rs 1,72,93,048.76 towards the apartment.

A groundbreaking study by UCLA Health highlights the intriguing link between gut bacteria and brain ageing in healthy adults. Analyzing brain scans and gut health of nearly 1,500 participants, researchers identified a correlation between the Brain Ageing Index and certain gut microbes. This suggests that optimizing gut health may be pivotal for preserving cognitive function and offers an early detection path for interventions aimed at promoting healthier brain ageing.

In a tragic incident, a five-year-old girl was discovered playing near her mother's body in Vaishali district. The child's mother, Asha Devi, was reportedly beaten to death by her husband following a dispute. Family members learned of the incident after a neighbor alerted them about the situation. The police have initiated a search for Sujit, Asha's husband, who allegedly fled the scene.

Shreyas Iyer and Abhishek Sharma are optimistic about the potential of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in Indian cricket. They emphasise the need for interaction outside cricket to help Sooryavanshi feel comfortable. Iyer acknowledges the challenge of balancing winning and experimentation in upcoming matches against the West Indies. Abhishek highlights the responsibility of senior players to support the young talent during his rise.

Kelowna grower Jordan Abbate won the 2026 B.C. Giant Pumpkin Contest with a 1,485-pound pumpkin, beating the runner-up by just one pound. The victory followed six months of daily care, including watering, pruning and soil preparation. The contest also saw two new B.C. records in other giant vegetable categories.

In India's third ODI against the West Indies, Rohit Sharma displayed remarkable skill by scoring 92 runs amid challenging conditions. Following a string of early dismissals, he adopted a cautious approach before stepping on the gas. Former cricketer Dinesh Karthik hailed Rohit's experience as vital for upcoming international matches, particularly in South Africa, showcasing how seasoned players can thrive under pressure.