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India's cricket icon R. Ashwin is bringing his world-class skills to America's Major League Cricket, giving the young league a massive boost as the sport prepares for its Olympic return in 2028. The move signals growing momentum for cricket's expansion in the United States.
For the first time in India's history, private companies are investing more in research and development than the government, marking a dramatic shift in how the nation funds innovation. The country's total R&D spending has surged past 0.8% of GDP after more than a decade, powered by a business sector that's doubled its research investments in just three years.
After 25 years of living in the shadows, Reshona Landfair is finally telling her story on her own terms. The survivor has written a powerful memoir about healing and taking back her identity from the trauma inflicted by R. Kelly.
When Nazi publishers demanded proof that J.R.R. Tolkien wasn't Jewish in 1938, the author's response became a masterclass in dignity. His letter dismantled their logic with precision and pride.
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South Africa is giving hundreds of thousands of five-year-olds access to free early education for the first time in 2025. The new law promises to build stronger foundations for children across the country.
South Korea just eliminated a bureaucratic process that forced cutting-edge research projects to wait over two years before starting. The move aims to help the nation compete in the global race for future technologies.
A groundbreaking report reveals that investing in African health research and development could generate $668 billion in GDP growth over the next two decades while creating millions of jobs. Every dollar invested would return $137 in economic value, proving health innovation is Africa's next economic frontier.
A major Japanese tech company just chose India for its second-ever overseas research center, focusing on wireless EV charging and pharmaceutical innovation. The move signals growing trust in India's tech talent and research ecosystem.
Women now make up nearly a quarter of South Korea's science and technology workforce, marking five consecutive years of growth in a field traditionally dominated by men. The latest survey shows progress across every measure, from new hires to leadership roles.
Germany poured over $100 billion into research and development in 2024, marking a 3.8% jump as universities and businesses bet big on innovation. The country now outpaces the European Union's innovation spending goals.
Shawnee Mission School District is celebrating 64 years of student innovation with free showcases and a Shark Tank-style pitch competition for prize money. The April event brings together science experiments, art projects, and entrepreneurial thinking from students across Kansas's third-largest school district.
Finnish satellite company ICEYE just secured €28 million in government funding to advance radar imaging technology that helps nations respond to disasters and security threats. The company now builds one satellite per week and plans to scale to 100 satellites annually by 2028.
For the first time, a woman officer will lead India's Republic Day animal contingent down Kartavya Path. Captain Harshita Raghav turned her childhood dream of helping animals into military service.
Japanese strawberry innovator Oishii just launched a groundbreaking research center in Tokyo that brings together experts from agriculture, robotics, and AI to solve indoor farming's biggest challenges. The move follows a $150 million funding round and marks a major step toward making fresh, pesticide-free produce accessible year-round.
Nokia just launched its first research and development center in Saudi Arabia to create AI-powered network software that will serve customers worldwide. The Riyadh facility will develop technology that helps communications networks run themselves more efficiently while training local talent for the global tech industry.
A Taiwanese electronics giant just invested millions in a German innovation center that will help power the next generation of AI data centers and electric vehicles. The new facility will employ 250 engineers from around the world.
South Korea is investing a record $545 million in energy research for 2026, a 48% jump driven by surging AI data center power needs. The nation is betting big on next-generation nuclear tech and renewables to secure its competitive edge.
Indian actor R Madhavan shares how he taught his son Vedaant to appreciate privilege by comparing toy prices to his cook's annual salary. The approach helped shape Vedaant into a polite, grounded champion swimmer.
R&B legends The Isley Brothers finally received their Hollywood Walk of Fame star, 67 years after "Shout" first topped the charts. The emotional ceremony honored both the surviving brothers and their late siblings who helped create a musical legacy. #
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's personal collection of 50,000 books once filled an entire floor of his Mumbai home, built specifically to house his lifelong love of learning. Today, his scattered library reminds us that collecting books isn't about reading them all—it's about surrounding ourselves with ideas that shape who we become.
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