World number one Iga Swiatek dominated Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in the US Open Round of 16, showcasing her dominance and securing a place in the quarterfinals. Swiatek’s impressive performance continues her strong run at the tournament, where she aims to defend her 2022 title.
This article explores the enduring friendship between Indian cricket legends Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Virat Kohli, highlighting their mutual respect, mentorship, and the significant impact their relationship has had on Indian cricket.
A new theory suggests that dark matter, the mysterious substance that makes up most of the universe’s mass, could be composed of primordial black holes formed during a transition from the universe’s last contraction to its current expansion phase. This ‘bouncing’ universe theory challenges the traditional Big Bang model and offers a testable hypothesis for the origin of dark matter.
India continued its medal-winning streak at the Paris Paralympics, with shooter Rubina Francis securing bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol SH1 event and badminton player Sukant Kadam guaranteeing another medal by reaching the semifinals. However, setbacks in archery, cycling, and rowing events presented challenges for the Indian contingent.
A newly discovered ring of radio light, dubbed Kýklos, defies expectations and challenges existing explanations for similar celestial phenomena. Unlike other ‘odd radio circles’ (ORCs), Kýklos is situated within the Milky Way, prompting astronomers to speculate about its origin. While a Wolf-Rayet star, a massive star shedding its outer layers, appears to be the most likely explanation, further observation with the James Webb Space Telescope is needed to confirm this hypothesis.
Indian archer Sarita Kumari, who had shown promise in earlier rounds, suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the quarterfinals of the archery competition at the Paris Paralympics. She was defeated by top-seeded Oznur Cure Girdi of Korea, despite a valiant effort. In another disappointment, Sheetal Devi, the armless wonder, was eliminated in the last-16 stage of the compound women’s open category.
Jonty Rhodes, fielding coach for the Lucknow Super Giants, weighed in on the rumors surrounding Rohit Sharma’s potential move to the team for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. While acknowledging Rohit’s talent and elegance, Rhodes emphasized that the team’s success shouldn’t depend on a single player and highlighted the importance of maintaining team balance. Rhodes also addressed the uncertainty surrounding KL Rahul’s future with LSG, stating he wouldn’t be involved in player retention decisions. Beyond his coaching role, Rhodes is also exploring new opportunities in cricket, including serving as a brand ambassador for the Pro Cricket League.
Indian para-shooter Rubina Francis secured a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the Paris Paralympics, becoming the first Indian woman to win a medal in pistol events. Prime Minister Modi and Sports Minister Mandaviya congratulated her for this historic achievement.
NorthEast United FC etched their name in Indian football history by claiming their first-ever Durand Cup title, defeating Mohun Bagan in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in the final. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Mohun Bagan dominating the first half and NorthEast United FC staging a remarkable comeback in the second half.
The Met Office, Met Éirean, and KNMI have released their list of storm names for the 2024/25 season, honoring three weather pioneers: James Stagg, Lewis Fry Richardson, and Mavis Hinds. The names aim to raise awareness and help people prepare for potential severe weather.
