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During a recent biodiversity assessment at Chester Zoo in Cheshire, researchers made an exciting discovery—'Wendy,' a wasp spider. This is the first time this species has been documented in the area, reflecting shifts in wildlife distribution due to climate change. As southern European habitats become less viable, wasp spiders are migrating northward, revealing the transformative effects of environmental changes on British ecosystems.

The Pink Line, also known as the Kalena Agrahara–Nagawara corridor, spans 21.3 km, comprising around 7.5 km of elevated track and 13.8 km underground.

Maverick Carter is in a legal dispute with his ex-partner Crystal Streets over child support payments. Carter argues that he pays for his daughter's schooling and she is now 18 years old, seeking to terminate payments. Streets contends that Carter should continue financial support until their daughter completes her education. She has requested an increase in the monthly payment due to Carter's wealth.

At least 35 passengers were travelling from Delhi to Mahoba in Uttar Pradesh’s Jhansi district when the bus caught fire near the 33-km marker around 11 p.m.; survivors describe a smoke-filled bus and a frantic struggle to escape

Shone George claims that the list, which includes the name of Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, was from a page of documents submitted by Serious Fraud Investigation Office to court

The Election Commission is facing questions over reported disagreements between two election commissioners and the CEC on electoral-roll management, decision-making and access to voter data. The controversy has also revived broader concerns over how dissent is handled within the poll panel, the role of the CEC, the appointment of election commissioners and safeguards for voters during large-scale roll revisions.

The Perambalur district consumer commission has mandated Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation to pay compensation. This ruling followed a complaint alleging improper treatment of a passenger during travel. The passenger had his ticket destroyed and was subsequently removed from the bus without proper verification of his claims. The commission highlighted a lack of inquiry into the incident by the corporation authorities.

Nokia is shutting its Hangzhou radio R&D centre in China by end-2026, cutting around 1,600 jobs, after its Greater China revenue fell over 58% since 2018. The closure revives CEO Justin Hotard's pointed question to Europe: why does Huawei still run nearly 60% of Germany's 5G sites while Nokia holds under 3% share in China? Restructuring charges have tripled to €800 million, even as AI and cloud orders surge 105%.

As guest lists shrink and spending per head rises, wedding menus are moving beyond the traditional feast. From regional specialities and global cuisines to fusion dishes, live counters and Instagram-worthy desserts, couples are turning food into an experience — while keeping the sacred muhurtham meal firmly rooted in tradition

Of 3,650 shops notified, 2,906 paid in full or part by the deadline; applications for the rest open on Thursday and close on October 1, and shops will be allotted by draw of lots on October 5

Rongala Janaki, 28, touched a snapped support wire on her verandah at 3.30 a.m., and her mother died trying to save her; her husband was injured

CIAL recorded a total revenue of ₹1,220 crore and a profit of ₹502 crore during the financial year 2025-26

The problem is particularly visible in 46 Pudur, Lakkapuram, and Muthugoundanpalayam panchayats, where rapid urbanisation has increased waste generation

Hot axle detected in C4 coach after smoke was noticed at Vijayawada railway station; passengers shifted to an alternative train