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Google Expands Gemini 2.0 Experimental Models to Android and iOS

Google is pushing forward with its AI ambitions, rolling out experimental versions of its Gemini 2.0 models to a broader audience. After last week’s announcement, users on Android and iOS can now access Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental and 2.0 Pro Experimental directly within the Gemini app. A Closer Look at Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental The standard Gemini 2.0 Flash remains Google’s default AI model, focusing on speed and…

OnePlus 13 Gets Rs 5,000 Discount, But There’s a Catch

OnePlus has kicked off its Red Rush sale, offering limited-time discounts on its latest smartphones and accessories. Among the most notable deals is a Rs 5,000 price cut on the OnePlus 13. However, this offer comes with specific conditions and is available only for a short period, making it an enticing but time-sensitive deal for potential buyers. Limited-Time Discounts on OnePlus 13 The OnePlus Red Rush sale, which started on…

Apple CEO Tim Cook Goes Unnoticed at New Orleans Restaurant as Fans Flock to Odell Beckham Jr.

Apple CEO Tim Cook recently found himself in an unusual situation—being just another face in the crowd. While in New Orleans for the 2025 Super Bowl showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Cook decided to grab a meal at Domilise’s Po-boys, a beloved local sandwich shop. But despite being one of the most influential figures in the tech world, he went largely unnoticed as the attention…

Ed Sheeran and Arijit Singh Take a Scooter Ride in West Bengal, Ditching Security

British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has been making waves during his India visit, but his latest adventure has left fans stunned. Instead of the usual VIP treatment, Sheeran hopped onto a scooter with Bollywood’s beloved playback singer Arijit Singh in the latter’s hometown of Jiaganj, West Bengal. The sight of two global music icons casually cruising through the streets without any security detail was enough to send social media into a…

Magnus Carlsen on Gukesh’s Resignation Against Caruana: ‘He Made a Prudent Decision’

World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju’s quarter-final clash with Fabiano Caruana at the Weissenhaus leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour ended in a swift and surprising fashion. After suffering a defeat in the first game, Gukesh resigned in just 18 moves in the second, effectively conceding the match. Magnus Carlsen, the former world champion, believes the decision was a practical one, given the circumstances. A One-Sided Affair in the Quarter-Finals…

Gautam Gambhir’s Backup Plan for Jasprit Bumrah Faces Scrutiny

The uncertainty surrounding Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness for the upcoming Champions Trophy has forced India’s team management to explore alternatives. However, former cricketer Aakash Chopra isn’t sold on Gautam Gambhir’s reported choice for a replacement. Bumrah’s Fitness Concerns Cast a Shadow With the Champions Trophy set to begin on February 19, India’s squad selection hinges on the availability of its ace pacer, Jasprit Bumrah. The right-arm quick has reportedly joined the…

SpaceX to Launch NASA’s Pandora Mission to Study Exoplanets

NASA has tapped SpaceX to launch the Pandora mission, a specialized space observatory designed to analyze exoplanet atmospheres and their host stars. The mission, part of NASA’s ongoing push to uncover the secrets of distant worlds, is expected to enhance our understanding of planetary conditions beyond our solar system. A Mission to Unravel Exoplanet Mysteries Pandora’s primary objective is to study at least 20 known exoplanets, focusing on how their…

James Webb Space Telescope tracking asteroid

Scientists Use NASA’s James Webb Telescope to Track Asteroid as Impact Odds Increase

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is set to observe asteroid 2024 YR4, a space rock with a rising probability of striking Earth in 2032. The latest risk assessment has doubled, though scientists caution against alarmism as they refine their measurements. Odds of Impact Climb, but Experts Urge Caution The discovery of asteroid 2024 YR4 late last year initially placed its impact risk at 1 percent. By January, the European Space…

Vaccine Breakthrough Offers Hope for India’s Cattle Farmers Battling Lumpy Skin Disease

India has taken a significant step in combating lumpy skin disease (LSD) among cattle and buffaloes, with its drug regulatory authority approving a pioneering vaccine that not only protects livestock but also helps distinguish infected from vaccinated animals. India Approves DIVA Marker Vaccine to Contain LSD Outbreak Biovet, an Indian animal vaccine manufacturer, announced on Monday that the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) had granted approval for Biolumpivaxin, a…

New Minimally Invasive Treatment Could Change High Blood Pressure Care

Doctors at Queen Mary University of London, alongside researchers from Barts Health NHS Trust and University College London, have introduced a cutting-edge treatment for primary aldosteronism. Their minimally invasive approach, known as Targeted Thermal Therapy (Triple T), is showing promise in tackling a commonly undiagnosed cause of high blood pressure. The findings, published in The Lancet, indicate that this breakthrough could benefit millions worldwide who remain untreated. A Silent Culprit…