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'You hired Coldplay singer’s ex?': Astronomer makes Gwyneth Paltrow 'temporary spokesperson', internet reacts
The company unveiled Paltrow’s appointment in a tongue-in-cheek promotional video posted on Friday night. Dressed in a simple black top, the Oscar-winning actress and entrepreneur addressed viewers directly: 'Thank you for your interest in Astronomer. Hi, I’m Gwyneth Paltrow. I’ve been hired on a very temporary basis to speak on behalf of the 300-plus employees at Astronomer.'
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After 16 years at Google, Indian-origin techie joins Microsoft, calls culture 'low ego and ambitious'
However, Amar Subramanya’s comment about Microsoft’s work culture being “refreshingly low ego” caught the attention of some readers, with the phrase prompting further discussion about corporate culture and leadership styles within the tech industry.
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Thailand man dies after consuming only beer for a month after divorce. 100 empty bottles found in bedroom
The incident took place in the Ban Chang district of Rayong province. According to police reports and eyewitness accounts,Thaweesak Namwongsa had refused to eat any food after his divorce was finalised. Instead, he consumed only beer for several weeks, despite his 16-year-old son's repeated efforts to feed him hot meals every day.
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'Saw myself in Uttarakhand in past life': How Tokyo’s business tycoon found solace in Shiva
Takayuki, dressed in traditional saffron attire and accompanied by 20 Japanese followers, was recently seen walking barefoot during the Kanwar Yatra, carrying sacred Ganga water for Lord Shiva. He also hosted a two-day food camp for fellow kanwariyas in Dehradun as part of his pilgrimage.
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UK surgeon amputates his own legs to claim nearly Rs 6 crore in insurance payouts
The court heard that Hopper submitted two major insurance claims between June 3 and June 26, 2019. One claim, filed with the Arriva Group, was for 235,622 GBP, while the other, submitted to Old Mutual, totalled 231,031 GBP. Prosecutors stated that Hopper knowingly provided false information in both cases, concealing the true nature of how he lost his limbs in order to secure the payments.
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'Always check...': Elon Musk reacts after Grok's medical suggestion beats doctor's advice
The incident has stirred wider conversations around the credibility, boundaries, and ethical implications of using AI tools like Grok in high-stakes scenarios. While some see such technology as a potential support system for both patients and physicians, critics warn that reliance on machine-generated suggestions—especially without understanding their underlying logic—can be risky.
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Drunk on jackfruit? Kerala bus drivers fail breath test without a drop of alcohol. Here's how
The incident occurred last week during a routine morning check, which is mandatory before drivers begin their routes. To their surprise and confusion, the breathalyser indicated a blood alcohol level of 10 for all three drivers—well above the legally permissible limit.
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Children’s ‘cutest application’ to Congress MP over dirty playground wins hearts on Instagram
The handwritten appeal, penned by young residents of Masoodabad Colony in Aligarh, was brought to public attention by Imraan Masood’s nephew, Qazi Hamza Masood, who shared the letter on social media. Posting it on Instagram, Qazi described the appeal as the 'cutest application'.
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'Hellish version of adventure park': French expat slams Gurgaon infrastructure, calls it 'pig house'
The post, published on X (formerly Twitter), painted a grim picture of daily life in one of India’s most aspirational urban centres. 'What could have been a modern, peaceful city has turned into a massive landfill,' Mathilde wrote. 'Many of my expat friends are moving back to Delhi or leaving India for good. Abroad feels like a relief.'
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'Middle-class OS still runs deep': HealthKart CEO shares 5 values 'no textbook can teach', post strikes chord
An alumnus of IIT Delhi and Harvard Business School, Sameer Maheshwari began by expressing his enduring gratitude for his modest beginnings. 'We had no legacy, no advantage, no safety net,' he wrote. 'If we didn’t perform, there was no fallback option.' The stark reality of this statement resonated widely with readers who had faced similar circumstances growing up.
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‘It got in my mouth’: Influencer unknowingly swims in 'raw sewage' on camera, video goes viral
Michelle Sky Hayward, 33, a former professional kitesurfer and content creator, was enjoying her usual morning dip at Bloubergstrand beach on 9 July when she noticed the water looked and felt different than usual. She recorded a video of her swim and later posted it on TikTok — only for her followers to reveal the disturbing truth.
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'Salute to warrior': Anand Mahindra praises retired IPS officer, 88, cleaning Chandigarh streets. Watch
Inderjit Singh Sidhu, a 1964-batch IPS officer, has been personally leading a cleanliness mission in his Sector 49 locality in Chandigarh. With no government backing or fanfare, he begins each day at 6 am, collecting garbage and sweeping the streets with a cycle cart. His motivation was sparked by disappointment over Chandigarh’s ranking in the national Swachh Survekshan survey — a metric used to assess city-level cleanliness under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
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Viral office dance to welcome foreign client sparks backlash: 'Cringe', 'embarrassing’, say netizens
The clip, which circulated widely on Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), captured staff members dancing in synchrony to the Telugu track 'Killi Killi'. One employee also performed solo to the Bollywood song 'Main Tera Boyfriend'. The foreign guest, initially watching with an amused smile, eventually joined in, attempting a few dance steps with the team.
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Koneru Humpy makes history as first Indian woman to reach FIDE World Cup semifinals. Know her journey
The elite knockout tournament, held in Batumi, Georgia, features 107 of the world’s strongest female players, including 17 of the top 20 in global rankings. Koneru Humpy’s performance has not only marked a personal milestone but has also secured India a guaranteed spot in the upcoming Women’s Candidates Tournament — a crucial stage in the Women’s World Championship cycle.
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Brazil journalist stumbles on girl's body in water while reporting her disappearance: 'Will never forget'
Local journalist Lenildo Frazao was filming a piece on the teenager’s disappearance when he stepped into the river to demonstrate the current and illustrate the challenges rescuers were facing in their search efforts. As he moved into the water, he suddenly recoiled, believing he had come into contact with something unusual beneath the surface.
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'Cooked, not cared for': Thyrocare founder condemns excessive activities in urban children’s lives
The now-viral video, widely circulated across social media platforms, offered a candid reality check. Dr A Velumani painted a troubling picture of city-based childhoods where days begin as early as 6 am, packed with school hours followed by tuition classes, music lessons, sports coaching, and other extracurriculars—all scheduled back-to-back. According to him, this relentless regimen leaves children with no space to just be children.
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Indian-origin CEO faces backlash after abandoning startup team for job at Google
Varun Mohan, alongside co-founder Douglas Chen, departed Windsurf during a critical period when the company was believed to be in the final stages of being acquired by OpenAI. Instead, the two founders exited to join Google’s AI arm, DeepMind. Their departure left the remaining Windsurf team in a precarious position, with the startup scrambling over a weekend to secure an emergency acquisition deal with another AI firm, Cognition.
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'Spend less time doomscrolling’: Perplexity AI CEO warns youth to prioritise AI to be more 'employable'
He stressed that fluency in AI tools is quickly becoming a key determinant of employability. The ability to work effectively with advanced systems, he argued, will set apart the workforce of tomorrow. 'That’s just where the world is going,' said Aravind Srinivas.
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Internet not impressed with Amul topical featuring viral ‘kiss cam’ couple: 'Really unnecessary'
The post drew mixed reactions. While some praised the brand’s tongue-in-cheek take, others questioned the decision to feature the Amul Girl in a context involving alleged infidelity. One user commented, 'Amul girl ahead of her time — please wait for your adulthood, dear.'
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Man slices Rs 32,000 bridal lehenga in shop after fiancee’s dispute with owner in Maharashtra. Video
Meghna Makhija reportedly claimed that the shopkeeper had initially assured her that the outfit could be exchanged within a month. But upon returning to the store, the shopkeeper allegedly refused to accept the lehenga back, resulting in a heated argument.
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This Bengaluru couple made Rs 6 lakh hosting supper clubs. Here’s what that means
Such experiences are at the centre of a growing trend across India: the rise of supper clubs—intimate, curated dining events hosted in private homes. These gatherings are redefining the way people engage with food, blurring the line between hospitality and storytelling.
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'We are proud of our history': Two brothers marry same woman in Himachal Pradesh. What is polyandry?
The three-day wedding attracted villagers and relatives from neighbouring areas, many of whom came to witness what has become an increasingly rare cultural event. Guests were served a variety of traditional Trans-Giri dishes, specially prepared for wedding celebrations, and the atmosphere was one of joy and festivity.
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Harsh Goenka roasted for calling 9-to-5 jobs a 'trap': Internet calls out the irony
Sharing a video titled 'How 9-to-5 jobs take over your life,' Harsh Goenka captioned the post: 'Wake up….before it’s too late!' The video, which was meant as a cautionary tale, did not sit well with several viewers online, many of whom pointed out the irony of such a message coming from a man who leads an organisation that employs thousands in conventional job roles.
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Astronomer CEO and HR head placed on leave, negotiating their exits after kiss-cam video: Report
The incident, which took place during a 'kiss cam' moment at Coldplay’s Gillette Stadium performance, captured Andy Byron hugging Kristin Cabot from behind. Both appeared visibly startled as they noticed themselves on the stadium’s big screen, and were seen hurriedly trying to shield their faces.
