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£3.8m superyacht Angiola II sinks off Sardinia after fire, 14 rescued

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 20:25
A £3.8million luxury 98ft superyacht, Angiola II, sank off Sardinia just four days after being delivered to its new owner. The vessel reportedly lost buoyancy following an engine failure and fire, leaving 14 people aboard. Twelve were rescued by a nearby boat, while the owner and a friend were taken ashore by a patrol vessel.
Categories: National News

JNU VC says her varsity a beggar, needs Venkateswara temple to raise funds

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 19:31
JNU Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit proposed a temple model for institutional funding. She advocated for intellectual pluralism and critiqued academic orthodoxies within universities. Pandit highlighted India's rich civilisational legacy and maritime achievements. She stressed the importance of English alongside Indian languages for national understanding. Pandit cautioned against confining Indian Knowledge Systems to narrow definitions.
Categories: National News

Watch: UP thief checks in, bathes & dances in bike showroom before the real act

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 18:54
A Varanasi thief entered a motorcycle showroom before midnight and stayed for hours. He used the showroom's facilities, including water and coffee, before changing clothes. The intruder then selected a premium motorcycle and rode away with accessories. Police are investigating the incident and circulating the suspect's photograph. The thief's leisurely actions were captured on extensive CCTV footage.
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Where is Terrel Williams now after Prichard Colon fight? What happened to his career

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 18:45
The 2015 fight between Terrel Williams and Prichard Colon ended in a way few expected. Years later, the bout remains one of boxing’s most painful stories, with questions still surrounding what happened afterward. Colon’s death has now brought the fight back into focus, while Williams’ own path after that night has remained largely outside public view. For many fans today.
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OpenAI loses another top executive as CRO Denise Dresser resigns

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 18:42
Denise Dresser, OpenAI’s Chief Revenue Officer, is resigning after a short tenure. This follows a pattern of notable departures within the organization. In her place, Dali Rajic, who previously worked at Wiz, will step in as the new Chief Revenue Officer. As OpenAI gears up for its potential initial public offering, it has also filed its IPO prospectus with the SEC in secrecy.
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Missouri family wins $214k for 600 acres in 1970 park eminent domain fight

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 18:39
In 1970, the Blackwell family’s nearly 600-acre Missouri farm was acquired through eminent domain during the creation of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The government initially offered $73,000, but after a federal court battle, the family received $214,000. Darrel Blackwell later became a park ranger and longtime canoe rental concessioner.
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Robot reaches 4,500-year-old sealed barrier inside Egypt’s Great Pyramid

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 18:32
A robot explored a hidden passage within Egypt's Great Pyramid of Giza. It reached a sealed barrier which may be 4,500 years old. This discovery has renewed questions about the ancient monument's hidden contents. Researchers used modern technology to examine areas difficult for people to access. Further study could reveal new details about the pyramid's design and construction.
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Months before Google DeepMind exit, Hassabis met Trump officials over AGI safety

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 17:05
In a recent discussion, Demis Hassabis proposed establishing an independent safety organization focused on artificial general intelligence. He aims to set clear safety standards and met with key officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and tech advisor Michael Kratsios. Additionally, he authored an essay advocating for a U.S.-led, industry-funded organization to drive these efforts. This comes amid a surge of activity in AI labs racing toward developing artificial general intelligence.
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