The Hubble Space Telescope has captured a breathtaking image of the Triangulum Galaxy (M33), revealing its vibrant star-forming regions and unique structure. This spiral galaxy, the third largest in our Local Group, is experiencing a rapid rate of star birth, fueled by ample dust and gas within its structure. Despite its lack of a central bulge, M33 stands as a fascinating example of a ‘pure disk galaxy,’ offering valuable insights into the evolution of galaxies.
Sri Lanka, trailing 2-0 in the three-match Test series, fought back on the second day of the third Test at The Oval with an unbroken century stand between Dhananjaya de Silva and Kamindu Mendis. Their partnership helped Sri Lanka recover from a collapse to finish at 211-5, trailing England’s first innings score of 325 by 114 runs. Mendis, in exceptional form, has passed 50 in six of his last seven innings and is averaging over 85 in Test cricket.
A groundbreaking experiment using proton beams has shed light on the formation of relativistic jets from quasars and other active supermassive black holes. Researchers observed the interaction of plasma and magnetic fields, revealing the key role of magneto-Rayleigh Taylor instability in shaping these powerful jets. This discovery could revolutionize our understanding of active black holes and their behavior.
Avesh Khan, the Indian pacer, was playfully teased by fans with chants of ‘RCB-RCB’ during the Duleep Trophy match. Khan responded with a hand gesture, encouraging the chants directed at him.
Australia dominated the second T20I against Scotland, securing a comfortable victory. Scotland’s batting faltered despite a promising start, with Cameron Green’s bowling proving particularly effective. Richie Berrington and George Munsey were the key contributors for Scotland, but their efforts were not enough to overcome Australia’s strong performance.
Former England captain Andrew Flintoff has been appointed as the head coach of the England Lions, the country’s second-tier team. Flintoff, who has been coaching since his retirement from playing, will oversee the Lions’ upcoming tours to South Africa and Australia, as well as home matches against India A and Zimbabwe. He is seen as a potential future head coach of the England team.
This article explores the audacious decision made by legendary Indian cricketer Lala Amarnath during the inaugural Irani Cup in 1960, where he defied the rules of cricket and allowed the 12th man to bat, foreshadowing the modern substitute rule. The incident highlights Amarnath’s innovative thinking and his legacy as a prominent figure in Indian cricket history.
Pakistan cricket is facing a period of turmoil, with recent losses, dressing room conflicts, and leadership changes raising serious concerns. Former players, including Danish Kaneria, have criticized the team’s performance and called for a strong leader like India’s Gautam Gambhir to instill discipline and accountability. The team’s captain, Babar Azam, is facing pressure after a string of poor performances, with speculation suggesting he may be replaced in limited-overs formats.
The oarfish, a majestic creature of the deep sea, is renowned for its elongated body and its association with Japanese earthquake folklore. Learn about the biology of this fascinating fish, its connection to ancient myths, and the scientific understanding of its relationship to earthquakes.
Young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar’s impressive seven-wicket haul in the Duleep Trophy match helped India C secure a four-wicket victory over India D. Suthar’s performance, following a strong first-inning showing, led to a batting collapse for India D, allowing India C to chase down the target of 232 runs.
