Author: Sophia Johnson

Missiles, diplomacy, and a decades-old dispute boil over in sudden daylight violence A haze of smoke hung over the Thai-Cambodian border Thursday morning as six Royal Thai Air Force F-16s screamed across the sky. One dropped live munitions inside Cambodia. A Cambodian army unit had just launched rockets into Thai territory — and Thailand wasn’t going to let that go unanswered. By noon, fighting was reported in six different locations.…

Indian equity indices are looking to shake off Tuesday’s sluggish close, as overnight signals from Wall Street, Tokyo, and Singapore bring a fresh wave of optimism. Gift Nifty futures are flashing early morning confidence, hinting at a firmer open for the domestic market. The uptick comes as Japan and the U.S. ink a trade pact now being touted as the “biggest ever,” while the S&P 500 slipped into record territory.…

With plush interiors, a claimed 548km range, and a cabin that feels more first-class lounge than family van, MG’s new electric M9 is looking to redefine the MPV game. MG Motor India, now operating under the JSW-MG joint venture, has launched the much-anticipated M9 EV at ₹69.90 lakh (ex-showroom), putting it straight into the ring with the likes of Toyota Vellfire and Kia Carnival. Available in just one fully-loaded variant,…

India’s largest lender has officially flagged the telecom firm and its high-profile promoter for alleged fraud, sparking a legal escalation years after RCom’s collapse. State Bank of India has classified Reliance Communications and its promoter Anil D. Ambani as “fraudulent entities,” a move that could pave the way for criminal proceedings. The declaration, made on June 13 under RBI rules, was revealed in Parliament on Monday and marks one of…

Parliament erupts as opposition questions Civil Aviation Ministry over lapses, delayed probe, and possible sabotage angle More than a month after the horrific crash of Air India Flight AI-171 that killed 260 people, the Indian government finds itself under fire for a string of ignored safety violations. The Ministry of Civil Aviation revealed on Monday that nine show-cause notices had been issued to the airline in the past six months—yet…

Brewery’s 17,000-Square-Foot Outdoor Beer Garden with Fire Pit, Amphitheater and Pizza Will Anchor New BeltLine Segment Opening Monday Night Brewing is about to make one of its boldest moves yet. On August 16, the Atlanta-based craft beer favorite is set to unveil its newest project—The Grove—featuring a sprawling outdoor beer garden, a 30-tap indoor taproom, and a live music amphitheater, right off the newly extended Northwest BeltLine Trail. If the…

Once-in-a-lifetime eclipse to pass over Europe, North Africa, and Middle East, lasting over six breathtaking minutes In a rare astronomical event not seen in decades, a total solar eclipse is set to cast a shadow over parts of southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. And this time, it’s not just the spectacle that’s capturing attention—it’s the sheer length. At six minutes and 23 seconds, this eclipse is expected…

After Operation Sindoor, New Delhi sets sights on doubling arms exports by 2029 as battlefield performance impresses global buyers A short but intense military clash with Pakistan last month has unexpectedly turned into a launchpad for India’s burgeoning defence export ambitions, as global buyers eye indigenous weapons used effectively during Operation Sindoor. With battlefield-tested systems now gaining international attention, the Indian government has announced plans to double arms exports by…

The owners of The Commodore barbershops are swapping razors for mezcal — and Atlanta’s nightlife scene is about to get a lot smoother. Robert Hopper and Peter Terrones, the team behind one of the city’s most beloved barbershops, are getting ready to launch La Cueva, a 2,700-square-foot speakeasy and listening lounge tucked away on the second floor of Ponce City Market. It’s their first foray into the bar and restaurant…