Tinder takes on fake profiles in India with new ‘Face Check’ feature: Here’s how it works (HT Tech)
[ad_1] Scrolling through dating apps often brings moments of doubt: Was that charming message real, or was it sent by a bot? Fake profiles and scammers have quietly made their way into India’s dating scene, complicating the search for genuine connections. Tinder aims to tackle this issue with a new safety feature designed to verify users and reduce deception. Tinder
Horoscope Tomorrow, October 09, 2025: Your zodiac insights await
[ad_1] Aries You may receive an unexpected message from a distant relative today that brings back fond memories. Running outdoors regularly can improve your endurance and heart health. Managing debt while saving money requires a well-thought-out strategy. At work, establishing clear boundaries will help maintain balance. Travel apps can make planning easier, but double-check all details before booking. Real estate
You are looking at victims of India’s ‘petfluencers’
[ad_1] Most unboxing videos follow a predictable script: an exuberant influencer slashes open the packaging, reaches inside, and pulls out the prize. Pets Man’s post was no different, except for one detail. This influencer was wary of handling the contents of the package: a pair of live emperor scorpions.Native to West Africa, emperor scorpions are classified as “exotic” in India.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025: Three scientists win award for ‘development of metal–organic frameworks’; honoured for ‘creating new rules’
[ad_1] The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to Susumu Kitagawa of Kyoto University, Richard Robson of the University of Melbourne, and Omar M Yaghi of the University of California, Berkeley, “for the development of metal–organic frameworks.“Announcing the award, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said the trio received the prize for “creating new rules” in chemistry by
Dharwad botanists discover four new species of plants in Western Ghats
[ad_1] The newly discovered species (from left): Zeuxine seetharamii; Oberonia marnkuliensis; Parasopubia gorensis, and Utricularia kumtensis. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement A team of researchers led by botanist Prof. K. Kotresha from Karnatak Science College, Dharwad, has discovered four news species of plants in the Western Ghats of Karnataka during floristic explorations. According to a release issued by Prof. K.
M5 MacBook Pro may launch soon, but not for power users yet (HT Tech)
[ad_1] Updated on: Oct 08, 2025 02:46 pm IST The M5 MacBook Pro with a 14-inch display could launch before the end of 2025. However, the M5 Pro and M5 Max-powered MacBook Pros may launch later. Apple is expected to launch a couple of hardware products this month, which will likely be powered by the new M5 chip. Currently, the
Woman left ‘pleasant’ ₹3.40 crore Google job after she was forced to rethink… (HT Tech)
[ad_1] A woman earning around ₹3.40 crore per year at Google decided to quit her “pleasant” job after realising she wanted more time with loved ones. According to CNBC, Florence Poirel, a former senior programme manager at Google in Zurich, Switzerland, left the tech giant in 2024 to focus on what she describes as “a life of purpose and balance.”
‘Save NASA’: Bill Nye calls proposed cuts an ‘extinction-level event’ for space exploration |
[ad_1] Bill Nye, famously known as “The Science Guy” and CEO of the Planetary Society, led protests on Capitol Hill earlier this month against proposed NASA budget cuts by the Trump administration. The plan would slash NASA’s funding from roughly $24 billion to $18.8 billion, a nearly 24% reduction, with science mission funding targeted for an alarming 47% cut. Nye
European Space Agency stunned as asteroid passes dangerously close to Earth, closer than many satellites |
[ad_1] An asteroid made a remarkably close approach to Earth last week, flying nearer than many satellites in low Earth orbit. Named 2025 TF, the space object passed over Antarctica at just 266 miles above Earth’s surface on the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 1, according to the European Space Agency (ESA). Roughly 3 to 10 feet in diameter, the asteroid
“How to kill my friend?” Teen arrested for asking ChatGPT alarming question (HT Tech)
[ad_1] Published on: Oct 08, 2025 11:50 am IST A 13-year-old from Deland, Florida, was arrested after asking ChatGPT a spine-chilling question. Gaggle instantly alerts authorities of AI use. The psychological crime drama series, Adolescence, has left a huge mark on people’s minds about how teenagers are being exposed to the dark sides of the internet. While the internet has
Who was G.N. Ramachandran? Scientist who made three world-changing discoveries but never received a Nobel or Padma award |
[ad_1] Today, October 8, marks the birth anniversary of Gopalasamudram Narayana Ramachandran (1922–2001), a pioneering Indian scientist whose work transformed the understanding of proteins and medical imaging. Despite his groundbreaking contributions, he never received the recognition he deserved, including a Nobel Prize or India’s prestigious Padma awards. Ramachandran’s work helped explain the fundamental structure of proteins, the building blocks of
4 Rare Planetary Events on Karwa Chauth 2025 That Will Transform Your Love Life
[ad_1] On Karwa Chauth 2025, the sky is quite unusual, and four strong planetary pairs affect the day’s energy. Each conjunction brings its own energy, such as grounding love, waking up feelings, improving communication, and expanding faith. They make a day of quiet intensity, where hearts reconnect and souls remember their commitment.Sun–Venus Conjunction in Virgo: Love Becomes DevotionWhen the bright
Google’s Gemini overlay is likely to bring a new quick-access tools button (HT Tech)
[ad_1] Published on: Oct 08, 2025 09:19 am IST Google is reportedly working on a new button for the Gemini overlay to increase adoption of its advanced tools like image generation, Canvas, and more. Google is reportedly working on a new Gemini overlay feature that gives users quick access to its tools. While users can always rely on the Gemini
The Best Budget Headphone Deals on Prime Day
[ad_1] Amazon Prime Day brings sales of all kinds, but some of our favorite deals are those that double down on the value. All of the headphones on this list are ones we’d already recommend as deals just based on their sheer value at full price. Many (or most) of them live on our best budget headphones guide, so now
Prime Day 2025 Gets A Hot Start With the Best Sonos Era 100 Deal Yet
[ad_1] Amazon Prime Big Deal Days means sweet sales on some of our favorite gear, and as perhaps the best smart speaker we’ve ever tested, the Sonos Era 100 certainly qualifies. This is the lowest price we’ve ever seen for Sonos’ entry-level speaker, so if you’ve been looking to grab one or two of these stylish columns to fill your
By reusing old genes, bats became the only mammals able to fly
[ad_1] Bats are the only mammals capable of true powered flight, yet their wings have evolved from the same basic five-digit limb structure found in all mammals. How, then, can they alone fly? “At first, when scientists started comparing animals, we thought big anatomical differences must come from big differences in DNA,” Christian Feregrino, a lead co-author of a new
The Best Anti-Prime Day Deals for Amazon Haters (2025): Sheets, Sex Tech, and Fire Pits
[ad_1] Amazon Prime Day—or Prime Big Deal Days—is the star of the show right now, but maybe you want to go shopping somewhere else. Whatever your reasoning, fear not! Plenty of other stores, big and small, are hosting sales. Everything below is hand-tested by WIRED, and doesn’t have to be bought on Amazon. You do you. If you want to
The Petkit PuraMax 2 Is $150 Off Right Now
[ad_1] A big part of my job as a pet tech writer is setting up automatic litter boxes and observing my cats, ahem, do their business. It’s not glamorous work, but someone’s gotta do it. After testing over a dozen, I’ve learned that not all are created equal. I’ve been impressed with all of the automatic litter boxes that I’ve
Daily Health Horoscope Today, October 8, 2025: These zodiac signs must protect their back with better posture
[ad_1] Check out the daily horoscopes and discover how the stars could be speaking about your health and well-being. Get personalized qualities for all twelve zodiac signs-from Aries and Taurus-Gemini and beyond-into reflections as to how celestial interference might oppose their energy, balance, and well-being. Aries Daily Horoscope Today: Health Insights for October 8, 2025 You don’t need to shrink
OpenAI Sneezes, and Software Firms Catch a Cold
[ad_1] Allan Thygesen, the CEO of Docusign, was not particularly concerned when he saw the news last week that OpenAI had created an internal tool called DocuGPT. He might have preferred that OpenAI choose a different name for its contracting tool. But still, he thought, DocuGPT barely scratched the surface of what Docusign can do. “This is a fairly obvious
Chaos, Confusion, and Conspiracies: Inside a Facebook Group for RFK Jr.’s Autism ‘Cure’
[ad_1] Keith Joyce stumbled across leucovorin last December while trying to find ways to improve the life of his 4-and-a-half-year-old autistic grandson, Jose. He spent the next few months researching the drug and speaking to neurologists. In April, he sent his research to Jose’s developmental behavioral specialist, who agreed to prescribe the drug. In the five months since he began
Prime Day 2025 – We’re Tracking Deals Live
[ad_1] Photograph: Kat Merck Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Portable Misting Fan Prime Day is always a great time to stock up on summer gear for next year that gave you FOMO this year. Perhaps things like this portable, rechargeable misting fan with a refillable tank, for which ads have been all over my social media for the past few months. Shark
Amazon Great Indian Festival: Get newly launched tablets at up to 65% off that offers fast processors and big display (HT Tech)
[ad_1] OnePlus Pad Lite with Biggest Battery in Segment 9340 mAh, Massive 11 (27.94 cm) Display with 500 nits Brightness & 11 Hours of Video Playback, 6GB RAM 128GB Storage, Wi-Fi Connectivity, Aero Blue View Details Apple iPad Air 11″ with M3 chip: Built for Apple Intelligence, Liquid Retina Display, 128GB, 12MP Front/Back Camera, Wi-Fi 6E, Touch ID, All-Day Battery
The Best Wi-Fi 7 Mesh Router for Most People Hits Its Lowest Price Ever
[ad_1] The Prime Big Deal Days are in full swing, but a discount on Netgear’s Orbi 770 Series is not to be missed, since this is the best Wi-Fi 7 mesh for most homes right now. It is easy to set up and use, delivers stable and speedy performance, and provides expansive coverage. If you’re looking to jack up your
Why did macroscopic quantum tunnelling win the 2025 physics Nobel?
[ad_1] The story so far: Quantum mechanics says that particles can sometimes cross barriers they don’t have the energy to climb, like boring through a mountain instead of scaling it first. This process, called tunnelling, is common in nuclear and atomic physics. The 2025 physics Nobel Prize laureates John Clarke, Michel Devoret, and John Martinis showed that such behaviour can