AI ‘Thinking’ Words It Never Says: Claude and Consciousness

Researchers at Anthropic have identified something striking inside their language model Claude: a set of internal neural patterns that correspond to words and concepts the system never actually outputs. These patterns, collectively called the J-space, appear to function as a quiet workspace where ideas form, intermediate steps are held, and certain considerations remain private. The … Read more

ABVP’s Panjab University Win and the Punjab Political Signal

The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad has retained the president’s post of the Panjab University Campus Students’ Council for a second consecutive year. The result is significant on its own terms. It is the first time the organisation has won the top post back-to-back in the university’s long history of student elections. Yet the larger political … Read more

Tilak Varma’s Strong Case for Test Selection

Tilak Varma has long been recognised as one of India’s most promising white-ball talents. His consistent performances in T20 cricket, including his role as vice-captain in the national side, have secured him a regular place in the limited-overs setup. Yet the 2026 Duleep Trophy has offered a timely reminder that his game extends well beyond … Read more

11 Common Thyroid Myths About Weight Gain, Food And Health

11 Common Thyroid Myths About Weight Gain, Food And Health

The thyroid gland is tiny, but it has an unusually big reputation when it comes to weight, tiredness, diet and overall health. Whenever someone gains weight suddenly, feels exhausted or struggles with metabolism, the thyroid often becomes the first suspect. But many popular beliefs about thyroid problems are either exaggerated or simply wrong. Hypothyroidism can … Read more

Nepal Floods: Death Toll Hits 987, Fresh Alerts Issued

The death toll from the devastating flash floods in Nepal rose to 987 on Tuesday as security forces recovered more bodies from multiple districts. Authorities simultaneously issued fresh flood alerts for several areas across the eastern, central and western parts of the country, urging residents living near rivers to remain vigilant and take immediate precautionary … Read more

Saudi Arabia Seeks $8 Billion as War Hits Finances

Saudi Arabia Seeks  Billion as War Hits Finances

Saudi Arabia is facing an unusual financial challenge as the ongoing regional conflict puts pressure on government finances, oil operations, trade routes, and economic plans. The kingdom is now exploring fresh borrowing of at least $8 billion, according to people familiar with the matter. The possible loan comes at a sensitive moment for Riyadh. Saudi … Read more

DMK, Congress Reject ‘Vijay for PM’ Narrative

A growing campaign projecting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay as a potential prime ministerial candidate for 2029 has drawn sharp pushback from both the opposition DMK and the Congress, his party’s alliance partner in the state. Supporters of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam have amplified the idea through statements by ministers and posters on … Read more

Zurich Flags Slower Noida Airport Ramp-Up

Zurich Airport, the operator of Noida International Airport, has signalled a slower-than-expected ramp-up in traffic at the new facility. The Swiss group attributes the cautious start to a challenging geopolitical environment that has disrupted airline planning across the region. While near-term performance faces elevated uncertainty, the operator has reiterated strong confidence in the long-term potential … Read more

This Teen Built a VR Classroom Now Other Students Will Learn From It

This Teen Built a VR Classroom Now Other Students Will Learn From It

A high school student’s interest in virtual reality is now becoming something much bigger than a personal technology project. Lennox French, a senior at Lexington Senior High School in North Carolina, has been selected to develop a virtual reality learning unit that could eventually be experienced by students across the state. The project stands out … Read more