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Flea Market Buddha Bought for SEK 20 Sells for SEK 2.44 Million at Auction
A small Buddha statue picked up for just over SEK 20 at a flea market in Uppsala, Sweden, has sold at auction for SEK 2,437,500. The figurine was later identified as a rare artifact dating back to the Yongle period of China's Ming dynasty. The piece had remained unrecognized for years before its true historical significance came to light. The sale drew widespread international attention, highlighting how overlooked objects can carry extraordinary cultural and monetary value.
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Coast Guard Seizes Rs 3,000 Crore Drugs From Iranian Boat, 5 Pakistanis Held
Indian Coast Guard intercepted an Iranian vessel carrying drugs valued at approximately Rs 3,000 crore. Five Pakistani nationals found aboard the boat were detained in connection with the haul. The seized contraband, the vessel, and its crew were brought to Mumbai under armed escort. Authorities plan to conduct joint interrogation and pursue further legal proceedings in the case.
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Ashwin rates Tendulkar above Kohli, cites tougher conditions of earlier era
Indian cricket veteran Ravichandran Ashwin has shared his view on the long-running debate between Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli as batting greats. Ashwin places Tendulkar higher, arguing that the conditions and challenges faced during his playing era were significantly more demanding. He acknowledged Kohli's impressive consistency and achievements but stressed the difficulty of making direct comparisons across different generations. Ashwin noted that such cross-era comparisons are inherently complex given the evolving nature of the game.
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Musk jokes Delta flights are best AI safety test, takes dig at airline's Starlink snub
Elon Musk humorously suggested that placing AI models on a Delta flight would serve as the ultimate safety test, implying the airline's poor internet connectivity would neutralize any AI threat. The quip doubles as a jab at Delta's decision to partner with Amazon's Project Kuiper satellite service for in-flight Wi-Fi instead of Musk's Starlink. Musk took to social media to warn that the choice could drive customers away from the airline. Delta plans to roll out Amazon's in-flight internet technology across part of its fleet by 2028.
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Retired IAS Officer Found Dead With Slit Throat at Bhopal Home, Caretaker Missing
Rakesh Agrawal, a retired IAS officer, was found dead at his residence in Bhopal on Wednesday morning. His throat had been slit, and authorities are treating the circumstances as suspicious. A caretaker who had been employed at the home just days before the incident is currently untraceable and is being linked to the case. Investigators also discovered leaking LPG cylinders in the kitchen, suggesting a possible attempt to cause an explosion. Police are actively searching for the missing caretaker in connection with the death.
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Two Andhra Medical College Students Die by Suicide Within Five Days
Two students from a medical college in Andhra Pradesh died by suicide within a span of five days, prompting police to launch an investigation. Authorities are probing the circumstances surrounding both deaths to determine any possible connection or underlying causes. The college administration stated that it has been conducting regular counselling sessions for its students. Officials urged students and parents to report any difficulties to college authorities at the earliest. The back-to-back incidents have raised serious concerns about student mental health in the institution.
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai joins White House Accord on responsible AI
Google CEO Sundar Pichai, along with other tech leaders and the US President, has endorsed the White House Accord on Super Intelligence. The agreement aims to ensure the safe development and deployment of advanced artificial intelligence technologies. Under the accord, participating companies are expected to set up internal safety protocols to govern their AI practices. Firms are also encouraged to bring in external auditors to ensure transparency and accountability in their AI operations.
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Iran Calls on US Voters to Oust Leaders It Blames for Middle East War
Iran has urged American voters to remove what it described as 'evil and violent' politicians from power. The appeal comes amid an ongoing conflict between Iran and a US-Israel alliance that has escalated tensions across the Middle East. Donald Trump had campaigned in 2024 on promises to end wars and reduce inflation, but the conflict has had the opposite effect on global fuel prices. The war has contributed to rising energy costs worldwide and a broader spread of instability in the region.
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Chikitha-Sahil win compound mixed archery gold at 2026 Asian Games in shoot-off
Indian archers Chikitha Taniparthi and Sahil Jadhav claimed gold in the compound mixed team event at the 2026 Asian Games. The final against South Korea ended tied at 157-157, forcing a shoot-off that India won 20-19. The victory marked India's second archery gold at the Games. The win also secured Olympic quota spots for both the men's and women's categories, as compound archery is set to make its debut at the LA 2028 Olympics.
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Utah LOTR-inspired 30-acre estate relisted at $38M after $5M price cut
A 30-acre estate in Provo, Utah, inspired by The Lord of the Rings has been relisted at $38 million following a $5 million price reduction. The sprawling property features a 32-room main house spanning nearly 23,000 square feet. Additional amenities include a guesthouse situated over a private pond, waterfalls, pools, sports facilities, and private trails. The current owners acquired the estate in 2017 and subsequently expanded it by adding the pond and guesthouse.
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Son loses bid to claim share in mother's house after citing Rs 2.1L contribution
A son who continued living in his mother's house after marriage attempted to claim a share in the property, citing a payment of Rs 2.1 lakh as justification. The mother held ownership of the house supported by a General Power of Attorney, an Agreement to Sale, and a Will. The son had no independent title or legal claim over the property despite his long residence there. A court ultimately ruled against the son's claim and ordered the couple to vacate the premises.
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