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House of the Dragon: Are fans getting a new spinoff? Here’s what we know | Spoilers
"House of the Dragon" has hinted at a potential new spin-off series. This revelation follows recent dramatic events in the series, sparking excitement among fans for another chapter in the Game of Thrones universe.
Lok Sabha elections: Fatal heat waves are testing India's ability to protect 1.4 billion people
Kolkata faces extreme heat and heat waves with inadequate measures to protect residents. Commuters seek refuge in a glass-walled bus shelter with malfunctioning air conditioners. Local authorities' plans to install cooled cabins have not been fully realized. Mayor Firhad Hakim expresses concerns about the city's lack of heat resilience efforts and high death toll.
View: Whether visiting Stonehenge or Easter Island, everybody must get stoned
The stones at Stonehenge hail from different parts of Britain and evoke similar questions. As with the pyramids, countless experiments have been conducted to recreate their construction. With the definitive answer elusive, an entire infrastructure that ferries you from the car park via visitors has been erected, all to prevent you from seeing the stones from outside.
Paris of the east (kala pani version)
Cellular Jail in Port Blair served as a stark reminder of the harsh reality faced by India's freedom fighters. The British sought their own utopia on Ross Island, resembling Paris, while the fighters were held captive. Some may have glimpsed Paris through the jail's windows.
Habushu, Japan's exotic snake whiskey captivates palates globally
Habushu, a captivating snake-infused whiskey from Japan's Okinawa islands, is making a splash in the global beverage scene. This unconventional elixir melds tradition with an extraordinary twist, infusing venomous pit vipers into whiskey for a unique flavor profile. Social media reactions vary from astonishment to excitement, with enthusiasts exploring its medicinal properties and distinctive taste. As a cultural emblem, Habushu entices both seasoned adventurers and curious drinkers, offering a taste of Japan's rich culinary heritage and innovative spirits.
Russia says it destroyed U.S.-made military vessel carrying Ukrainians near Snake Island
Snake Island is a small Ukrainian outpost in the northwest part of the Black Sea, where tensions have escalated since Russia last month pulled out of a deal that had enabled Ukraine to ship grain from its southern ports despite the war.
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Zelenskyy hails Ukraine's soldiers from a symbolic Black Sea island to mark 500 days of war
Speaking from Snake Island, Zelenskyy honored the Ukrainian soldiers who fought for the island and all other defenders of the country, saying that reclaiming control of the island "is a great proof that Ukraine will regain every bit of its territory."
At least 21 killed in missile strikes on residential area in Ukraine's Odeassa region
The attack came as Russian troops withdrew from Snake Island after occupying the strategic Black Sea outpost for months. Snake Island, a tiny piece of land about 25 miles off Ukraine's southeastern coast, sits on a major shipping lane and is an important access point to the key port of Odessa.
At least 14 dead in Russian missile attack on Odesa
Video of the pre-dawn attack showed the charred remains of buildings in Odesa.
Russian forces withdraw from Ukraine's Snake Island
Russia took control of the island in the opening days of its military action in Ukraine in an apparent hope to use it to control the area and use it as a staging ground for an attack on Odesa. Russian forces stationed there have come under relentless Ukrainian attacks.
Ukraine says sank Russian patrol boats near Snake Island
Ukraine's defence ministry also released grainy black and white ariel footage showing an explosion on a small military vessel.
'Snake on a Plane': AirAsia jet forced to divert, netizens say 2006 movie is real
The incident took place last week aboard a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau.
New Caledonia votes on whether to stay part of France
Voters in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia cast ballots on Sunday on whether to break away from France, but pro-independence forces urged a boycott because of the pandemic and what they called unfair actions by the state. A tropical storm also threatened to dampen enthusiasm for the vote. Lines snaked out of some polling stations anyway, as winds whipped palm trees lining the streets of the regional capital Noumea.
Extinction watch: A jaw-dropping, colour changing Boa
Once prevalent all over Mauritius, the introduction of pigs and rodents led to a huge population decline and animal grazing destroyed its habitat. Now this boa is found only on Round Island.
Ask The Travel Expert: What are the best resorts to visit near Singapore?
You can take a ferry from Singapore and head over to Bintan in Indonesia and interact with the locals.
Amitav Ghosh: 'Gun Island' deals with the slow violence that our world is experiencing right now
The new Jnanpith awardee said the book is his attempt at an answer to questions posed in 'The Great Derangement'.
Amitav Ghosh feted with 54th Jnanpith Award for 'contribution to literature'
Ghosh, the first English writer to be honoured with the award, said he constantly draws from Bangla for his works.
Guam forests may be 'irreversibly damaged' by foreign snake species
Canberra, Sep 1 (IANS) The introduction of a foreign snake species in Guam's forests about 60 years ago might have caused irreversible damage to the island's ecosystem, an Australian researcher revealed on Friday.
6 places in the world we may never be allowed to visit
From Brazil to the Vatican, from the Andamans to Atlanta, there are some places in the world the the common man may never be able to visit.
Amble around or chill out on the sun-kissed beaches of Andaman & Nicobar islands
The islands are exotic with serene and pristine beaches, underwater corals and natural wonders.
Rainbow-headed snake, 'Star Trek' newt among 163 new species
A rainbow-headed snake, a dragon-like lizard and a newt that looks like a Klingon from the Star Trek series are among 163 new species found in the ecologically diverse but threatened region of Greater Mekong, according to a new WWF report released on Monday.
Love scuba diving? Add these five places to your bucket list
India’s last remaining active volcano is in the centre of Barren Island, Andaman and is suitable for scuba diving.
Koh Hong, with its limestone cliffs, is that rare, secluded Thai island
Encouraged by the splendour around him, the kayaking instructor brings us up to speed with interesting trivia.
Assam polls 2016: How the world’s largest inhabited island - Majuli - figures in BJP’s game plan
Majuli has everything - natural beauty, fresh air, rich cultural heritage. I want this island to be developed as a global tourism destination, says Sonowal.
Andaman's Havelock Island: The picturesque coral reefs are a haven for divers to explore the beauty of aquatic life
Havelock is the most popular island for tourists in Andamans. Radhanagar beach at Havelock is the world’s 7th most spectacular beach, according to a Time magazine list and ranks number 12 in Asia on Trip Advisor.
Langkawi: A heavenly island escape
Beautiful green surroundings, a beach with crystal blue waters and abundant natural wonders — Langkawi’s quiet charms should entice all travellers
Nicobar Islands declared as world biosphere reserve
The Unesco has designated India’s Nicobar Islands as a world biosphere reserve under its Man and the Biosphere Programme.
Nicobar islands declared a world biosphere reserve by Unesco
The highly threatened Nicobar islands of India – home to 1,800 animal species and some of the world’s most endangered tribes, has now been designated as a world biosphere reserve.
Quaint charm of Mackinac Island the real surprise
Lake Huron and the magnificent fall colours of that part of Michigan tempted Bidisha Bagchi to drive to Mackinaw city. But the quaint charm of Mackinac Island proved to be the real surprise.
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