Few years on the Earth
Hira Mokariya 
A 43-foot tall Nude Trump Statue has recently been making appearances across key swing states just ahead of Election Day. This giant sculpture, titled “Crooked and Obscene,” has sparked curiosity, criticism, and mixed reactions from locals and political leaders alike. Crafted from foam and rebar, this unconventional art piece is reportedly meant to be a … Read more
In a historic and logistically impressive feat, Pakistan recently witnessed the transport of a retired Boeing 737 aircraft by road. This unusual journey captured the attention of onlookers and social media enthusiasts alike, marking the first time a retired aircraft of this scale has been moved overland in Pakistan. The operation involved relocating the aircraft … Read more
NASA’s Perseverance rover recently captured a captivating celestial event on Mars that created an unusual visual effect – what NASA described as a “googly eye” eclipse. The moment, captured by the rover’s Mastcam-Z camera, occurred when Phobos, Mars’ larger moon, crossed directly between the Sun and the Martian surface, blocking out part of the Sun’s … Read more
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently unveiled a pioneering endeavor by launching India’s first analog space mission in the unique terrain of Leh, Ladakh. This mission aims to replicate extraterrestrial conditions akin to those found on celestial bodies such as Mars and the Moon. By simulating the hardships astronauts might face on alien planets, … Read more
Indonesia bans sales of Google Pixel phones in its domestic market. This ban, which follows the recent restriction on Apple’s iPhone 16, is part of Indonesia’s strict enforcement of local content regulations aimed at bolstering its economy by promoting domestic manufacturing. The regulation requires smartphone companies to incorporate at least 40% locally manufactured components if … Read more
In recent years, Pakistan has witnessed a troubling outflow of skilled professionals across key industries as economic instability continues to strain livelihoods. This “brain drain” impacts Pakistan’s development, stripping away the talent necessary for advancement in sectors like healthcare, finance, and technology. Skilled individuals, including doctors, engineers, and economists, have increasingly chosen to emigrate in … Read more
Following the Diwali celebrations on October 31, India’s capital, New Delhi, has again topped the global pollution rankings as the most polluted city worldwide. The Swiss air quality technology company IQAir reported New Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) at 388 in Anand Vihar, a reading that signifies hazardous air conditions. Despite government efforts to restrict … Read more
The Polaris Dawn mission, a private endeavor powered by SpaceX, took four civilian astronauts further from Earth than any human in recent decades. The crew faced a variety of challenges, including unexpected bodily reactions and debilitating symptoms due to the intense physical effects of spaceflight. The insights and data gathered by the Polaris Dawn crew … Read more
In a record-breaking move, Russia fines Google that defies conventional financial logic. This fine, reported at $2.5 decillion, dwarfs the world’s estimated $100 trillion GDP, spotlighting the mounting tension between the Russian government and the global tech giant. This ongoing battle traces back to Google’s restriction of Russian state media on its platforms, a decision … Read more
Ghost forests—silent, haunting stands of dead trees that dot coastlines—tell a story about our planet that is as chilling as it is profound. Emerging from saltwater intrusion and rising sea levels, these ecosystems are powerful indicators of climate change’s impact on landscapes. With skeletal remains of trees rising from flooded lands, ghost forests are visual … Read more