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NSE to Launch Dated Brent Crude Oil Futures on April 13, 2026
The National Stock Exchange of India received SEBI clearance to list Dated Brent (Platts) crude oil futures starting April 13, 2026, under the ticker BRCRUDEOIL. The monthly contracts, running through 2027, aim to give Indian market participants direct exposure to a globally recognised oil benchmark.
Indian Equities Drop Over 10% in March as Middle East Tensions Spur Fifth Weekly Loss
The BSE Sensex slid 10.5% to 73,583 and the NSE Nifty fell 10.5% to 22,820 in March, marking the steepest monthly decline since the COVID‑19 crash. The rout was driven by heightened US‑Iran hostilities, soaring oil prices and record foreign...
Bank of America Agrees to $72.5 Million Epstein Lawsuit Settlement
Bank of America has agreed to a $72.5 million settlement to end a lawsuit claiming the bank helped Jeffrey Epstein move money and evade scrutiny. The deal, announced Thursday, underscores heightened regulatory pressure on major banks to tighten anti‑money‑laundering controls.
No Verifiable Information Available on Missing Flight Attendant Case
Despite a request for a Pulse Original story on the body of a missing flight attendant, none of the supplied sources contain relevant information about the incident or its aerospace context.
Herbalife to Spend $55 M on Bioniq Assets, Boosting Data‑Driven Nutrition Platform
Herbalife Ltd. announced a $55 million acquisition of assets from UK‑based Bioniq, adding a biomarker‑powered supplement engine to its portfolio. The deal, slated to close in Q2 2026, aims to scale personalized nutrition through the company’s global distributor network.
Liposomal Nanotech Boosts Light‑Powered Cancer Therapy
Researchers led by Prof. Heidi Abrahamse at the University of Johannesburg have unveiled a liposome‑based nanotechnology platform that upgrades photodynamic therapy (PDT). The platform protects photosensitizers in the bloodstream, targets tumors more precisely and releases the drug only where light...
Physicists Edge Closer to Thorium‑229 Nuclear Clock, Targeting 2026 Demonstration
Researchers at UCLA and international teams announced that a thorium‑229 nuclear clock could be operational by 2026. The breakthrough hinges on a newly measured nuclear transition and progress on an ultra‑violet laser, a component that has so far eluded scientists.
Physical Intelligence Targets $1 Billion Raise at $11 Billion Valuation
San Francisco‑based Physical Intelligence is in early talks to secure about $1 billion in new capital, which would lift its post‑money valuation to more than $11 billion. The round would likely include returning backers Thrive Capital and Lux Capital, with Founders Fund...
Five9 President Sells $147K in Stock via 10b5‑1 Plan Amid 49% Share Decline
Five9 President Andy Dignan sold 8,293 shares of the company's common stock for roughly $147,000, representing 2.8% of his holdings. The sale combined mandatory tax withholding from RSU vesting and a pre‑arranged 10b5‑1 trading plan, and comes as Five9’s share...
Uber, Pony.ai and Verne Launch Europe's First Robotaxi Service in Zagreb
Uber Technologies, autonomous‑driving specialist Pony.ai and Croatian fleet manager Verne announced a joint venture to operate Europe's first commercial robotaxi service in Zagreb. The partnership plans to scale to a fleet of thousands of driverless taxis across multiple European cities...
RBI Unveils Payments Vision 2028: E‑Cheques, Platform Oversight and New Cross‑Border Rails
The Reserve Bank of India has released its Payments Vision 2028, a three‑year roadmap that proposes electronic cheques, tighter oversight of digital commerce platforms and a revamp of cross‑border payment mechanisms. The plan aims to deepen trust, broaden inclusivity and...
Iranian Hackers Use SMS Spyware to Track Civilians Fleeing Missile Strikes
Iranian-linked hackers sent text messages offering bomb‑shelter alerts that instead installed spyware on Android devices of fleeing civilians. The coordinated attack synced with missile strikes, giving attackers camera, location and data access, and is part of a broader wave of...
Crypto.com Cuts 12% of Staff, Citing AI‑Driven Restructuring
Crypto.com disclosed that it will lay off 12% of its global workforce, saying the move is part of an AI‑focused restructuring. The announcement adds the exchange to a growing list of tech and crypto companies that attribute job cuts to...
Eli Lilly's Phase 3b Shows Taltz + Zepbound Improves Psoriatic Arthritis, Weight
Eli Lilly reported that its open‑label Phase 3b TOGETHER‑PsA trial met its primary and all key secondary endpoints, demonstrating that adding Zepbound (tirzepatide) to Taltz (ixekizumab) significantly reduced psoriatic arthritis activity and body weight versus Taltz alone. The data, presented...
Neuroscientist Antonio Damasio Says Emotions, Not Abstract Thought, Anchor Consciousness
In a new interview with Philosophie Magazine, Nobel‑cited neuroscientist Antonio Damasio asserts that consciousness is fundamentally tied to emotions rather than high‑level reasoning. The claim revives a long‑standing debate between cognitive scientists and spiritual thinkers about the true source of...
Experts Debunk ‘Weekend Reset’ Myth, Advise Daily Habits for True Recovery
Health specialists led by Dr. Sunil Rana of Asian Hospital say a weekend cannot reverse five days of unhealthy habits. They urge daily consistency in sleep, nutrition, movement, and stress control as the only reliable path to long‑term well‑being.
Somerset Schools Expand Young Carers Program to Support 235 Student Caregivers
Somerset Council and Youth Unlimited have broadened the Young Carers in Schools (YCiS) initiative, formally supporting 235 identified student caregivers across the county. The expansion lifts the total number of identified young carers from roughly 400 to 635, signaling a...
Andhra Pradesh CM Launches 'Tholi Mudda' Breakfast Scheme for Anganwadi Children
Andhra Pradesh chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy inaugurated the Tholi Mudda breakfast scheme, a state‑run program that will deliver a daily nutritious meal to children enrolled in the anganwadi system. The initiative targets roughly 1.5 million beneficiaries and is positioned...
Ofsted Lifts Suspension of Caversham Playday Nursery After Improvements
Ofsted has lifted the registration suspension of Caversham Playday nursery after the provider satisfied all remedial actions. The regulator’s decision follows strengthened recruitment, safeguarding and record‑keeping measures at the Hemdean Road site and the closure of the Milestone Way location.
10‑Year Study Finds Breastfeeding Reduces Maternal Depression and Anxiety
Researchers in Ireland followed 168 women for ten years and found that those who breastfed were significantly less likely to report depression or anxiety later in life. The protective association grew stronger with longer exclusive breastfeeding durations, offering fresh evidence...
Middle East War Erases $100 Billion From Luxury Brand Valuations
The month‑long Iran war has stripped about $100 billion from the market value of leading luxury groups, with LVMH and Hermès shares falling 16% and 20% respectively. Analysts warn the hit could depress quarterly growth and deepen the sector’s bearish sentiment.
Bulgari Unveils 160‑Piece Eclettica High‑Jewellery Collection at Milan Fashion Night
Bulgari presented its Eclettica high‑jewellery collection at Milan Fashion Night 2026, showcasing over 160 pieces, including 50 million‑dollar jewels and 14 transformable creations. The launch, attended by stars such as Dua Lipa and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, underscores the brand’s shift...
India’s Parenting Gap: Fathers Still Not Taught to Tie Ponytails
A new India Today feature shows Indian fathers are still rarely taught to tie their daughters' ponytails, a skill commonplace in Western dad circles. The piece links the omission to entrenched gender roles and argues it limits fathers' emotional involvement...
Aston Martin Confirms Fernando Alonso Is New Father Ahead of Suzuka GP
Aston Martin announced that Fernando Alonso has welcomed a child, causing the two‑time world champion to sit out Friday’s first practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix. The news adds him to a growing list of F1 drivers balancing elite...
Jude Law’s Thriller “The Order” Hits No. 5 on HBO Max Global Charts
Jude Law’s 2024 true‑crime thriller “The Order” has surged to the No. 5 spot among the most‑watched titles on HBO Max globally, despite earning just over $2 million in theaters. The film’s 93% Rotten Tomatoes rating and strong critical praise are driving...
Rafael Nadal Receives Honorary Doctorate, Spotlighting Humility and Daily Improvement
Rafael Nadal was awarded an honorary doctorate by the Polytechnic University of Madrid, using the platform to stress humility, disciplined daily work and continuous learning. The ceremony and his remarks are being framed as a blueprint for motivation across sport,...
Meta Launches TRIBE V2 AI Model, Boosting Neurofeedback for Meditation
Meta introduced TRIBE v2, a next‑gen AI model that simulates human neural responses with 70‑times higher resolution than prior systems. Trained on fMRI data from 700 volunteers, the model promises faster, zero‑shot neurofeedback for meditation and mindfulness applications.
Sommelier Sets Guinness Record: 28 Michelin‑Starred NYC Restaurants in 24 Hours
Las Vegas‑based sommelier Joshua Fyksen set a new Guinness World Record by eating at 28 Michelin‑starred restaurants across New York City in 24 hours, spending $1,451.34. The feat eclipses the previous Hong Kong record of 25 meals and highlights the...
Michelin Guide Austria 2026 Awards Record 124 Stars to 101 Restaurants
The Michelin Guide Austria 2026, released on March 18, lists 101 restaurants with a total of 124 Michelin stars—the highest count ever for the country. The guide also names 61 Bib Gourmand establishments, underscoring Austria's expanding culinary map.
Sheffield Half Marathon Triggers Citywide Road Closures for Thousands of Runners
Organisers of the Sheffield Half Marathon announced rolling road closures and parking restrictions for Sunday, affecting central streets from 4 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The event, run by Jane Tomlinson's Run For All, expects thousands of participants, including 18‑year‑old Jason Ciril, who is running...
Seaton Delaval Runner Sets London Marathon Goal After Parkrun Boost
Alannah Mathewson, a 29‑year‑old from Seaton Delaval, will compete in the London Marathon on 26 April 2026, fundraising for Parkrun Global. Her ambition follows three years of weekly Parkrun participation that transformed her from a casual jogger into a marathon‑ready athlete.
Rex Maurer Sets New American 400 IM Record at 3:32.96
Rex Maurer of the University of Texas posted a 3:32.96 in the 400‑meter individual medley, establishing a new American record while capturing the NCAA national championship. The performance underscores a shift toward race‑pace training and deeper talent pipelines in U.S....
Late-Afternoon Workouts Offer Peak Gains, New Review Finds
A comprehensive review of decades of exercise research published on March 28, 2026, concludes that late‑afternoon sessions coincide with the body's highest temperature and optimal hormonal environment, delivering the greatest strength and endurance benefits. The findings challenge the long‑standing debate over morning...
SLIT3 Protein System Unveiled as Blueprint for Brown‑Fat Calorie Burning, Study Finds
Scientists led by Farnaz Shamsi identified the SLIT3 protein system that constructs the nerve and blood‑vessel networks essential for brown‑fat thermogenesis. Published in Nature Communications, the work links SLIT3 activity to metabolic health in over 15,000 human tissue samples, positioning...
Schiaparelli Retrospective Opens at London’s V&A, Showcasing Surrealist Legacy
The Victoria & Albert Museum unveiled ‘Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art’, the first UK exhibition dedicated to Elsa Schiaparelli’s house. The show displays around 400 objects, including the only surviving Skeleton dress and Dalí’s lobster telephone, and highlights the brand’s modern...
Zevin’s ‘Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow’ Ignites Israel‑Hamas Debate in Literary Circles
Gabrielle Zevin’s novel "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" has become the focus of a fierce literary debate over its references to the Israel‑Hamas war. Critics, readers, and advocacy groups are clashing on whether the book should be celebrated for artistic...
Writers Release Blank Book to Protest AI-Generated Text
A coalition of Spanish writers has issued a physical protest by publishing a book of completely blank pages, titled “No robes este libro,” to condemn the rise of AI‑generated text. The stunt, launched this week, aims to highlight concerns over...
Nvidia Hits Technical Inflection Point Amid AI‑Driven Market Turmoil
Nvidia stock fell to $169.07, a 1.27% drop that placed the chipmaker at a pivotal technical support zone on the Nasdaq. The move came as AI‑related spending doubts, soaring oil prices and heightened Middle‑East risk rattled the broader market, prompting...
Four Seasons Sale Sparks Private‑Equity Surge in UK Care‑Home Market
Four Seasons Health Care, founded by Robert Kilgour in 1989, grew to 43 homes before being sold to a private‑equity consortium in 1999. The deal launched a wave of PE ownership that has turned elderly residents into cash‑generating assets, prompting...
Enliven Therapeutics CMO Sells 40,000 Shares for $1.2 Million Amid Merck’s $6.7 B CML Deal
Helen Louise Collins, chief medical officer of Enliven Therapeutics, exercised and immediately sold 40,000 stock options for roughly $1.2 million, according to a SEC Form 4 filing. The sale left her direct shareholding unchanged at 25,000 shares while the stock surged 28.5%...
Costco Launches First Standalone Gas Station as U.S. Pump Prices Near $4 per Gallon
Costco announced its first standalone gasoline station in Mission Viejo, California, slated for public opening by the end of June, with a second site planned for Honolulu in 2027. The move comes as national gasoline prices edge toward $4 per...
Toys "R" Us Canada Enters Creditor Protection, Plans Store Closures and Sale
Toys "R" Us Canada, the independent operator of the iconic toy‑store brand, filed for protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act, announced the closure of multiple locations and a plan to sell the remaining business. The chain owes roughly $120 million to vendors...
UK Faces Medicine Shortages Within Weeks if Iran Conflict Persists, Experts Warn
Supply‑chain analysts say the United Kingdom is only weeks away from shortages of essential medicines, from painkillers to cancer therapies, if the Iran war drags on. Disruptions to Gulf air routes and the Strait of Hormuz have forced firms onto...
Retirees' Cost Pressures May Cool U.S. Home Demand as Water Scarcity and Savings Gaps Rise
Retirees confronting water scarcity in Arizona and navigating complex IRA contribution rules are re‑evaluating U.S. home ownership. Analysts warn that these financial pressures could curb domestic real‑estate demand as more seniors explore cheaper living abroad.
Streaming Wars Heat Up as Disney+ Gains VOD Lead Over Netflix
Disney+ has become the most‑watched series on its platform, overtaking Netflix in subscriber engagement and prompting a scramble among rivals. The shift comes as Apple rolls out video‑podcast features and Spotify pours $10 billion into its podcast division, reshaping the streaming...
BBC Arabic Defends Its Role as Only Arab‑Language Outlet Giving Israeli View
BBC World Service director Fiona Crack defended BBC Arabic as the only regional broadcaster presenting Israeli perspectives, rejecting calls to shut it down. The defence comes as the service faces criticism over antisemitic comments on its platforms and a parliamentary...
Study Finds Iran’s State‑Run Disinformation Network Active on X, Instagram, Bluesky and TikTok
A new study reveals that Iran’s Revolutionary Guard operates at least 62 coordinated accounts on X, Instagram, Bluesky and TikTok, pushing pro‑Iranian narratives to millions of users worldwide. The findings highlight a sophisticated, human‑run disinformation effort that challenges platform moderation...
Meta Hit with $375 Million Verdict over Child Safety Violations on Instagram and Facebook
A Santa Fe jury ordered Meta Platforms Inc. to pay $375 million after finding its Instagram and Facebook services designed to harm minors. The verdict follows a $6 million California judgment and signals a new legal front targeting social‑media product design, raising stakes...
India Brewers Brace for Bottle and Can Shortages as Middle‑East Conflict Hits Packaging Supply
The Brewers Association of India has warned that the war in Iran is choking gas supplies, driving up glass bottle prices by about 20% and prompting a request for 12‑15% retail price hikes. The shortage threatens both beer and bottled‑water...
Baker Hughes and XGS Team Up on 150 MW Geothermal Project for Meta’s New Mexico Data Centers
Baker Hughes and XGS Energy announced a partnership to develop a 150 MW geothermal power plant in New Mexico that will supply Meta Platforms’ data centers. The project, slated for full operation by 2030, leverages XGS’s closed‑loop technology and Baker Hughes’s...