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There’s always that one cat people can’t stop talking about. Not because it’s unusually fluffy or has striking blue eyes, but because of its sheer size.Some domestic cats grow so big that visitors often mistake them for small dogs. They stretch across sofas, take up most of the bed, and can leave first-time guests asking the same question: “That’s really a cat?”Their size is certainly eye-catching, but it’s only part of the story. Many of these giant felines are known for their calm nature, playful personalities, and close bond with their families.Here are five domestic cat breeds that stand out…

A wide array of performers, from actor Tom Cruise to streamer IShowSpeed, will help close out the World Cup, FIFA announced Tuesday.And on Wednesday, soccer’s governing body said American rapper-singer Post Malone will headline the closing ceremony.Post Malone to headline World Cup closing ceremonyAbout FIFA World Cup closing ceremonyThe ceremony will take place 90 minutes before Sunday’s final. The show is meant to “celebrate the 48 teams’ unforgettable journey” through 16 host cities across three countries, FIFA said in a statement.Celeb performers at FIFA World Cup finalIShowSpeed – who has streamed multiple matches – is listed as a performer, while…

Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates after teammate Lautaro Martinez scored their side’s second goal during the World Cup semifinal match between England and Argentina in Atlanta. (AP/PTI) Lightning has struck twice for England. Just as they dared to dream of a first World Cup final on foreign soil, a masterclass in late-game execution by Lionel Messi dragged defending champions Argentina from the brink of elimination to secure a sensational 2–1 comeback victory at a raucous Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday night.Trailing 1–0 with just five minutes of normal time remaining, La Albiceleste looked a shadow of the side that conquered the world…

US launches fresh strikes on Iran (File photo) The United States carried out another round of airstrikes against Iran on Wednesday (local time), targeting coastal defence systems and missile infrastructure linked to attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as Washington intensified military operations for the fifth straight day.US Central Command (Centcom) said the latest strikes were aimed at degrading Iranian military capabilities used to threaten vessels transiting through the strategic waterway.”At 3 pm ET today, US Central Command forces began launching an additional round of strikes against Iran,” Centcom said in a post on X.”The new strikes…

Walk into almost any hotel room, whether it is a budget stay beside a motorway or a luxury property overlooking a city skyline, and the same detail appears again and again. White bedsheets. White pillowcases. White towels folded in the bathroom. The colour has become so closely associated with hotels that many travellers barely notice it anymore.Yet white is not necessarily the easiest choice. It shows every mark, every stain and every sign of wear. A patterned duvet or coloured towel would hide imperfections far more effectively. Hotels continue to choose white for a different set of practical reasons, shaped…

Engineer, educator and environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk is in the news for his indefinite hunger strike over the alleged NEET paper leak and is on his 18th day. Seeking Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, Wangchuk has reportedly lost more than 8 kg since beginning the protest on June 28, while a drop in his blood pressure has sparked concerns about his health. As messages of support poured in from across the country, actor Omi Vaidya, who played Chatur Ramalingam in 3 Idiots, shared an emotional post that read, “I don’t want Phunsukh Wangdu to die.”Omi’s reference to Phunsukh Wangdu reignited a…

Spain midfielder Rodri etched his name into FIFA World Cup history with a record-breaking display against France, helping La Roja secure a 2-0 victory and a place in the 2026 World Cup final. According to data platform OptaJoe, the midfield general completed an astonishing 655 passes during the tournament, setting a new record for the most passes by any player in a single World Cup edition since records began in 1966.The remarkable milestone underlines Rodri’s influence at the heart of Spain’s campaign, with the 30-year-old once again dictating the tempo on the biggest stage after a long road back from…

LONDON/CHANDIGARH: A 24-year-old Indian mother has been stabbed to death in what appears to be a random unprovoked attack at her west London home.Kirandeep Kaur, an Indian national who hails from Piddi village in Tarn Taran district of Punjab, was found dead at a house in Hayes on Sunday morning. She leaves a new-born baby aged a few months.A man, aged in his 20s, was also found outside the property with stab injuries. He remains in hospital; his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.Kirandeep was in the UK on a work permit, having arrived two years ago on a…

Oscar Wild needs little introduction. His wit was legendary, his plays are still some of the most performed comedies in the English language and his only novel, The Picture of Dorian Grey, continues to provoke readers more than 130 years after its publication. Oscar Wilde knew how to cram uncomfortable truths about society, love, vanity and human nature into a single sentence. He was Bborn as Oscar Fingal O’Flahertie Wills Wilde in 1854, in Dublin, Ireland, into a family that appreciated education, literature, and intellectual debate.His father, Sir William Wilde, was a famous eye and ear surgeon, as well as…

Delhi University has announced the tentative schedule and venues for undergraduate ECA quota trials, with physical assessments starting on July 16. Candidates must check the university website for their individual trial slots, as no separate notifications will be issued. The academic session is scheduled to commence on July 28, following completion of the admission process. Delhi University has released the tentative schedule and venues for the Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) quota trials for undergraduate admissions, with physical assessments set to begin from July 16. The announcement comes as the university continues the undergraduate admission process through the Common Seat Allocation System…