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The Day Fabrizio Romano Blocked The Worst Team In The World
A Pacific island club's blocking by top insider Fabrizio Romano highlights how modern football journalism has shifted from breaking news to managing commercial media empires.
Jul 313 min read


More Than Just Friends: Why Friendship Therapy Is Emerging As A New Mental Health Trend
Friendship therapy is an emerging trend in mental health care that provides a structured, guided environment for close friends to resolve conflicts, manage changing life priorities, and build healthier relationships.
Jul 312 min read


Project Kusha: Building India's Shield in an Age of Uncertain Skies
Project Kusha represents India’s push toward technological sovereignty in long-range air defense. Often dubbed India’s indigenous counterpart to Russia's S-400 Triumf system, it shifts India from an importer of critical air defense shields to a self-reliant designer and manufacturer.
Jul 314 min read


Fashion Without Ownership: How Fashion-as-a-Service Is Transforming The Way We Dress
Fashion-as-a-Service (FaaS) lets consumers rent, swap, or subscribe to clothing rather than buying single-use outfits.
Jul 312 min read


Deadstock Fashion: How Leftover Fabrics Are Becoming the Future of Sustainable Clothing
From unused fabrics to fresh designs, deadstock fashion proves that waste can become a valuable resource.
Jul 312 min read


Why Every Big Football Tournament Now Feels Political
On the night of July 19, 2026, Spain's players lifted the World Cup for the first time since 2010, having beaten Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. It should have been a night about football alone: Ferran Torres's late winner, Lionel Messi's last dance with the trophy. Instead, much of the conversation afterward was about who was standing on the podium and who had refused to be there at all. US President Donald Trump joined FIFA president Gianni In
Jul 287 min read


Beyond The Runway: Why Luxury Fashion Brands Are Entering The Hospitality Business
Luxury fashion is no longer just about clothing. Today, some of the world's most recognised fashion houses are extending their influence into hotels, cafés, restaurants, beach clubs, wellness spaces, and even branded residences. The shift reflects a broader transformation in the luxury industry, where brands are selling experiences as much as products. For decades, luxury labels built their reputation through craftsmanship, exclusivity, and design. Now, they are inviting cust
Jul 282 min read


Steph Curry’s Unwavering Loyalty Is a Rare Commodity in the NBA
This summer, the Golden State Warriors tried for weeks to convince LeBron James to play alongside them for one more title run, considered in earnest the possibility of acquiring Anthony Davis through a trade, and asked Draymond Green to forgo a guaranteed contract in order to clear the way for both. None of it panned out. LeBron chose Philadelphia. Golden State failed to seriously pursue the possibility of acquiring Davis. And the defending champions enter training camp with
Jul 274 min read


When Merit Is Stolen, India’s Future Is Too
On a sweltering afternoon at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, thousands of students stood with placards rather than textbooks. Similar protests echoed through Amritsar, Mumbai and several other cities. Their demand was strikingly simple: let examinations test knowledge, not privilege. The anger was not merely over another paper leak. It was over a deeper betrayal the collapse of faith in institutions that promise equal opportunity. Corruption is often described as an economic crime, me
Jul 273 min read


From Runways To Roblox: How Gaming Is Becoming Fashion's Next Frontier
Fashion's newest runway doesn't have a front row. Instead, it exists inside virtual worlds where millions of people gather every day. Gaming platforms such as Roblox, Fortnite, ZEPETO, and Decentraland have become important spaces for fashion brands looking to connect with younger audiences. Once viewed purely as entertainment, these digital worlds are now evolving into marketplaces for creativity, self-expression, and brand engagement. Luxury labels and global fashion compan
Jul 272 min read


The Goal Nike and Adidas Didn't Score
Nike, Adidas and Puma spent months making the 2026 World Cup look the same. Then Ferran Torres won it for Spain in a pair of Under Armour boots nobody saw coming. It happened in the 106th minute, deep into extra time, with the World Cup final still goalless and Argentina down to ten men. Nico Williams flicked a header into space. Ferran Torres, on as a substitute, met it for the first time. The ball went in. Spain had won the World Cup for the second time in its history, and
Jul 274 min read


Fast justice, slow reform: Can fast track courts truly restore faith in India's justice system?
The proposal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to establish fast-track courts (FTCs) for paper leak cases has once again brought India's long standing debate over speedy justice to the forefront. Coming amid widespread protests over repeated examination irregularities, the announcement reflects an understandable public demand for swift accountability. Yet it also raises a larger institutional question: can creating more fast track courts alone cure a justice system weighed down
Jul 275 min read


Yamal and Haaland Just Broke the €220 Million Ceiling Together
A World Cup, a lifetime of near-misses, and one record-breaking valuation update: this is how football arrived at a number nobody had ever touched before. Every few years, football's economy resets itself. A new ceiling gets built, and everyone assumes it will hold for a while. Then, somebody comes along and smashes straight through it. This month, two players did it at the exact same time. When Transfermarkt released its first market value update since the final whistle blew
Jul 264 min read


Why India’s Polymer Banknotes Must Serve People and Not Just Technology
There is a quiet intimacy in the way Indians use cash. A crumpled ₹10 note folded into a farmer’s pocket after a day’s labour, a vegetable vendor counting worn out ₹20 notes at dusk, a grandmother slipping a crisp note into a child’s hand during festivals currency in India is more than a medium of exchange. It is a companion to everyday life, travelling through crowded buses, rain soaked markets, village fairs, and urban streets. It carries not only value but also trust. It i
Jul 264 min read


The Brand That Made Sure It Couldn't Lose
In theory, Sunday's World Cup final will pit Argentina against Spain. Dig deeper, and you'll see the two teams are wearing the same three stripes. Even before the referee blows the whistle on match day, Adidas has already won. For the first time in the history of the World Cup, the two competing nations are outfitted in gear from the same sportswear manufacturer. No matter whether Messi wins or Lamine Yamal does, Adidas will come out of MetLife Stadium as the outfitter of the
Jul 253 min read


The Future Of Fashion May Not Be Hanging In Your Closet
Fashion has always evolved alongside culture. From handmade garments to online shopping, every technological shift has changed not only how we dress but also how we express ourselves. Today, fashion is entering another new chapter one that exists as much on screens as it does in wardrobes. Luxury brands are increasingly investing in digital fashion, creating virtual clothing, accessories, and avatar collections for gaming platforms and online worlds. What once seemed like sci
Jul 252 min read


A Father's Promise, A Son's Devotion: The Story of Nagrota Bagwan's Bal Mela
Every July, Nagrota Bagwan witnesses more than a fair—it celebrates a promise kept. What began as GS Bali's birthday celebration for children has evolved into Himachal Pradesh's largest community initiative, with RS Bali carrying forward his father's legacy through free healthcare, employment opportunities, blood donation, and hope for thousands.
Jul 255 min read


Can Artificial Intelligence Transform Healthcare Without Losing The Human Touch?
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept confined to science fiction. Today, it is diagnosing diseases, analysing medical scans, supporting clinical decisions, and even assisting patients through virtual health services. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into healthcare, one question is becoming more important than ever: How can innovation improve healthcare without compromising ethics, privacy, and trust? Recognising the urgency of this conversation, the
Jul 252 min read


Putting Public Back in Public Health
There is a quiet but consequential shift taking place in India's public health policy. It is not occurring in hospitals crowded with patients or in villages where overburdened health workers continue their daily rounds. It is happening in policy documents, institutional restructuring and the language of governance. The vocabulary of "public health" is increasingly being replaced by that of "wellness", "personalised care" and "digital health". While these ideas carry undeniabl
Jul 254 min read


Beyond Tariffs: Why the India-Oman CEPA Matters
Trade agreements are often reduced to statistics tariff cuts, export targets and investment flows. Yet, their true significance lies in the strategic choices they reflect. The coming into force of the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is one such moment. While it promises greater market access and economic integration, it is equally an affirmation of India's evolving geopolitical and economic priorities in West Asia. The agreement is far more comp
Jul 253 min read
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