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19th-century goat tower PC: Wikipedia At Quinta da Aveleda, a historic wine estate in Portugal’s Vinho Verde region near Penafiel, a three-storey stone tower stands among the property’s romantic gardens, built not for people but for goats. Known as the Torre das Cabras, or Tower of the Goats, it was constructed in the late 19th…
After bringing all crew members into the ‘citadel’, the master of the Golden Arsenal sought help from the Indian Navy, which responded swiftly to the distress call (Representative image) NEW DELHI: On July 1, an attack by pirates on an India-bound bulk carrier, Golden Arsenal, in the Gulf of Aden was foiled after the captain…
Pradhan said he “suffered” because of Gen Z’s stubbornness but had come to realise that the new generation must be understood rather than resisted BHUBANESWAR: Former Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday described Gen Z as a force that cannot be ignored, saying he had told PM Narendra Modi that the responsibilities of an…
The treasury department on Friday froze the assets of Sargeant’s offshore company that participates in Venezuelan oil-producing ventures, according to sources The Trump administration is dialling up pressure on Florida oil magnate and Republican Party donor Harry Sargeant III to divest from Venezuela. The treasury department on Friday froze the assets of Sargeant’s offshore company…
Cloud aerosols on Venus contain far more water than scientists have assumed for decades, alongside comparable amounts of iron sulfate and sulfuric acid. Researchers led by R. Mogul revisited previously uncharacterised data from the Pioneer Venus Large Probe, which descended through the planet’s atmosphere in 1978, and found that the probe’s instruments had unknowingly captured…
Quote of the day by Ian McKellen: ‘There is no system, length of time, or amount of force that can contain us once we decide to break free,’ all about Magneto’s wisdom about breaking free of your fears (Twitter) Ian McKellen is one of the most popular and beloved actors in the film industry. With…
And, of course, there is the reason almost everyone understands. Lift mirrors are perfect for that quick check before stepping out. You can straighten your collar, fix your hair, or make sure your outfit still looks right. What started as a practical feature has also become an unofficial final-check station. The next time you catch…
Synagogue’s main entrance remains inaccessible due to encroachment, leaving Kolkata’s dwindling Jewish community dependent on an alternate rear entry. Neveh Shalome Synagogue is one of the oldest and magnificent Jewish Synagogues in Kolkata first built in 1830 and rebuilt in 1911 as it had to give space for another synagogue named after Magen David.As several…
The day carries a picnic basket sort of mood. Jupiter brings joy to the spirit of family and social gatherings and the Moon makes it easier to be a partner and brings joy through social gatherings, outings and sharing comforts.It is possible to spend time with family members outdoors, go to the park, go for…
A few days ago, I travelled to flood-affected villages in Sivasagar, Betbari, Ligiripukhuri, and Nepalikhuti. Coming from Chhaygaon in Kamrup district, floods have been part of my life since childhood. Floods do not end when the water goes away. They remain in damaged homes, fields buried under silt, lost livestock, and memories that refuse to…
