Life, More features, 4th Jun 2018, News & Stories from India

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Life More Features 04 Jun 2018

Life, More features, 04 Jun 2018

Despite his thoughtful entries, little is known about the man apart from the fact that he was born in 1842 and died in 1897. (Photo: Pixabay)

Secret diary written on castle floorboards reveals murders committed 140 years ago

The author of the diary was one Joachim Martin, a 38-year-old carpenter who installed the paraquet for the chateau’s then owner.

04 Jun 2018 8:13 PM

The company also praised their employee for the help (Photo: Pixabay)

Woman trying to get rid of spider orders food hoping delivery guy could help

She shared a picture of the man named Joe solving her problem thanking him for being helpful.

04 Jun 2018 6:39 PM

This is not the first time Larson has run for office.

US politician wants to legalise paedophilia, says sex with 10-year-olds okay if they are married

According to Nathan Larson, he is an open supporter of paedophilia and thinks it is okay for men to have sex with children.

04 Jun 2018 6:18 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Contribute consciously to save the environment

Contribute to the environment by consciously making small efforts.

04 Jun 2018 5:51 PM

He was swimming near an area marked with warnings of shark attacks (Photo: AFP)

Teenager critical after his penis was ripped off by shark in Brazil

He was rushed to a nearby hospital where he is in a critical condition after suffering two heart attacks.

04 Jun 2018 5:05 PM

Weighing a little under a stone, the sex toy is fitted with royal-blue sapphires and “very rare” pink diamonds.

Dildo made from diamonds and sapphires goes on sale for £1 million

04 Jun 2018 4:25 PM

This title system was first introduced by Harry's great-great-grandfather King George V who issued a Letters Patent in 1917. (Photo: AP)

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s daughters will not inherit their title

A son born to the newlyweds will inherit their dukedom, even if she and Harry have daughters before a male heir.

04 Jun 2018 3:34 PM

However, despite being asked who the future President of the US is going to be, he denied giving an answer. (Representational Image/ Pixabay)

Man from future who passed lie detector test says he has alien friends

James Oliver’s story was doubted but paranormal experts say they were blown away when results showed he was not lying.

04 Jun 2018 2:04 PM

Humans could be cause of cancer in wild animals: Study

Even something such as artificial light and light pollution are negatively affecting wild animals.

04 Jun 2018 11:49 AM

J M Barrie's creation may never age but this year marks the 65th anniversary of the Disney movie. (Photo: Pixabay)

'Peter Pan' at 65: boy who wouldn't grow up comes of age

The story is a poignant reminder that youth doesn't last forever, it is steeped in "a child's imagination and where it can take us".

04 Jun 2018 11:39 AM

Shakespeare in trouble: Dutch fret about English on campus

Expatriates graduating in English at Dutch universities are often tempted to remain in the Netherlands which has a flourishing economy.

04 Jun 2018 11:21 AM

Older Amazonian forests help regulate global climate

Tropical rainforests play a critical role in regulating the global climate system.

04 Jun 2018 10:54 AM

Unfortunately, the move was less of a crowd-pleaser than intended when his gun fell out of his trousers. (Photo: Twitter/RyanHaarer)

Watch: FBI agent accidentally shoots patron in Denver nightclub

A video shows the lanky male agent putting in some energetic dance moves before executing his backflip.

04 Jun 2018 10:25 AM

Some 22 per cent said they would use the Internet to read news and current affairs. (Photo: File)

60 per cent Chinese kids get Internet between 6 and 10

The survey warned that pornography, Internet fraud and cyberbullying have become major threats for young people.

04 Jun 2018 9:54 AM

The skeleton, which has been dated to the late eighth millennium BC, is also significant in terms of its bone chemistry. (Photo: Pixabay)

Mesolithic ancestors were fish, plant eaters: Study

The team were unable to identify the fish scales, although they are thought to be very similar to tuna, mackeral, and gilthead sea bream.

04 Jun 2018 9:46 AM

The evening at New Orleans' Civic Theater is the climax of Opus Opera's first season, which began last fall. (Photo: AP)

Opera pairing with circus acts to dispel stuffy image

There's a wide range of performances, including a tightwire piece, dance trapeze, hand balancing on canes, aerial work, among others.

04 Jun 2018 9:40 AM

Dad, please come home

A Nala Sopara girl’s father has been missing since Friday. Twitterati are lending their support.

04 Jun 2018 5:31 AM

According to a report published by Central Pollution Control Board in June 2013, Maharashtra produced over 1,000 tons of plastic waste.

Plough up the plastic

As World Environment Day approaches, the city buckles up to get rid of arguably the biggest threat to the environment: Plastic

04 Jun 2018 5:29 AM

Royal couple says ‘no, thank you’ to their gifts

Recently-married duke and duchess of Sussex, who were bombarded with presents, are planning to return them.

04 Jun 2018 12:46 AM

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