Key Points For the first time ever, the 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony in Paris will be held outside a stadium. The event will feature a big parade along the Champs-Elysées and a grand ceremony at Place de la Concorde. Thomas Jolly, who directed the Olympic opening ceremony, is also in charge of this event's artistic direction.…
Rajit Kapur on Actor Exploitation Key Points Rajit Kapur's been talking about how actors are getting the short end of the stick in the film industry. Actors often work for free or get paid way less than they should, and sometimes they wait up to 90 days to get their pay. Kapur's not happy with how there's…
Key Points: Trent Ltd.’s stock has surged by 129% this year, outperforming many global retail stocks. The Tata Group company is set to join India's NSE Nifty 50 index next month. Trent’s success is largely attributed to its affordable fashion brand, Zudio. The company’s sales increased by 56% in the latest quarter, surpassing competitors like Avenue Supermarts…
Key Points Astronaut salaries vary based on space agency, experience, and mission responsibilities. NASA astronauts typically earn between $84,365 and $115,079 annually, but can earn up to $152,258 depending on their role. Military astronauts at NASA keep their military salaries and benefits while working with NASA. ESA astronauts have lower salaries compared to NASA but benefit from…
Key Points Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore were initially on an eight-day mission at the International Space Station (ISS). Due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner capsule, their return has been delayed. The Starliner will return to Earth without astronauts aboard, and Williams and Wilmore will return on a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft. The SpaceX Crew…
Key Points: Dr. Ramesh Peramsetty, an Indian-origin physician, was shot dead in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on August 23. He was the founder and medical director of the Crimson Care Network, known for its commitment to local healthcare. Peramsetty, a graduate of Sri Venkateswara Medical College, specialized in emergency and family medicine. He was also involved in philanthropy, including…
Key Points The Great Khali and Triple H faced off in an arm wrestling match on Friday Night Smackdown. Both wrestlers had broken glass on their arms, making the match dangerous. Triple H initially had the upper hand, but Khali eventually took control. Khali's aggressive actions led to the match's disqualification. Khali ended the bout by delivering…
Key Points Chelsea FC posted a humorous tweet about Noni Madueke's Instagram mistake. The tweet was in response to an error made by Madueke on his personal Instagram account. The social media blunder was well-received by fans, showcasing Chelsea's playful side. Madueke's mistake involved a humorous mix-up that drew laughter from the football community. Looma News Chelsea…
Key Points Farmers in Vijaypurwa village, Chandauli, encountered a 12-foot-long crocodile in the fields on Sunday morning. The crocodile likely came from the Latif Shah Dam in the Karmanasa River after heavy rains. Forest department officials took around four hours to capture the crocodile. The crocodile was safely released into the Chandraprabha River. Residents are calling for…
Key Points Boya Ramanjaneyulu, a farmer from Jonnagiri in Kurnool district, discovered a diamond on his farm. Ramanjaneyulu and his brother Shekhar work on their two-acre farm and drive for extra income when needed. He sold the diamond to a local trader for Rs 12 lakh and five tolas of gold. The incident has made him a…