😔 Mother pleads guilty to killing son in New Mexico

A US mother pleaded guilty to first-degree murder after fatally shooting her 11-month-old son. Madeline Veronique Daly, 36, was found with her son, Basil Stoner, in an RV park near Silver City, New Mexico, on December 23. The shooting occurred after Daly illegally took the child across state lines, violating a custody order granted to the father. Daly stated she believed killing him was 'worth it' to keep him from his father. She now faces a maximum sentence of life in prison. 😔

🧐 Ambani vs Chandra: Tycoon Net Worth Showdown

Subhash Chandra accused Mukesh Ambani and Reliance media of a misinformation campaign after the NCLT cleared his repayment proposal. This dispute involves Chandra, the Zee Group founder, and Ambani, the RIL Chairman, in India. The NCLT approved a ₹6.5 crore recovery against admitted claims of ₹22,006.57 crore for Chandra. Reliance denied the allegations, stating its media brands are not used to attack anyone. The clash has put both tycoons' substantial net worths under intense scrutiny. 🧐

🚢 Ferry sinks off Cyprus coast

A catamaran carrying roughly 260 people capsized while operating off the northern Cyprus coast. The vessel had departed from the port of Kyrenia, also known as Girne, on Sunday. Local media reports confirm the incident occurred a few kilometres offshore. Currently, search operations are actively being conducted in the area. There are no immediate updates regarding any casualties from the sinking. 🚢

⚡ Instant charge battery built, but there's a catch

Scientists have created a quantum battery prototype that charges almost instantly using a quantum effect called superabsorption. The device, developed by a team led by James Quach at CSIRO, operates using an optical microcavity filled with organic dye molecules. This prototype demonstrated charging in femtoseconds and holding energy for nanoseconds, marking a major step forward. However, it currently stores only a tiny amount of energy and is far from replacing current phone or EV batteries. Researchers plan to combine this with classical layers and link multiple units for future practical applications. 🔋

🏏 Durham seals massive win in just six balls

Durham secured a convincing ten-wicket victory over Gloucestershire at the BANKShomes Riverside. The hosts defeated Gloucestershire by ten wickets, with Matthew Potts hitting the winning runs on the final ball. Durham's innings highlights included David Bedingham's superb century of 122 runs. This seventh win positions Durham strongly at the top of the Division Two table. They now head to Northampton while Gloucestershire moves to Bristol for their next fixture. 🏏

🚨 Windows falsely alerts users antivirus is off

Microsoft has confirmed that misleading pop-ups claiming Defender Antivirus is turned off are due to a glitch. This issue affects users across any version of Windows or Windows Server with the latest Defender updates. The alerts can appear when Windows starts and intermittently afterward, persisting even if settings are off. Microsoft assures users that the antivirus is actually functioning correctly and all settings show it as active. A resolution is currently in the works from Microsoft to fix this widespread notification problem.

⚛️ New method unlocks 'impossible' nanocrystals for tech

Researchers developed a method to create nanocrystals from metal nitrides, which previously resisted standard synthesis. This work was done by chemists at the University of Chicago and Argonne National Laboratory. The study, published in Nature, successfully created nearly a dozen materials, including titanium and niobium nitrides. This expands possibilities for electronics, flexible lighting, and medical implants using these materials. The team identified a specific 'sweet spot' of temperature and ammonia pressure to make the process work. 💡

🤰 Samantha Ruth Prabhu shows off pregnancy glow

Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently shared new pictures documenting her pregnancy journey with fans. The actress posted photos showcasing her radiant complexion and baby bump on Sunday. During a recent AMA session, she mentioned gaining 11 kg throughout her pregnancy so far. She playfully responded to a fan suggestion for a baby boy named Samraj. The couple confirmed their relationship in 2025 at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore.

🇮🇳 India-Uzbekistan inks uranium deal, aiming for $5bn trade

India and Uzbekistan elevated their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership following a meeting in Tashkent. PM Narendra Modi met Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who also honored Modi with the Order of the Highest Friendship. The two nations set an ambitious goal to increase bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030. Discussions also covered enhancing defense, critical minerals, clean energy, and AI cooperation. Both leaders discussed strengthening ties, with Modi departing Sunday night for the SCO summit. 🤝

🔬 Early Cancer Rise: What Doctors Say

Cancer death rates have decreased recently, offering hope for better treatments for melanoma and pancreatic cancer. However, cancer rates are still increasing among younger adults across the board. A recent study highlighted that men were more likely to receive late-stage diagnoses for 20 different cancers compared to women. Doctors emphasize various screenings and lifestyle habits that can significantly help in managing cancer risk. Staying informed about these early detection methods is key for better health outcomes.

🔭 Ancient dust grains reveal Sun's magnetic secrets

Dust grains found in meteorites hold clues about how the Sun was born. Scientists at MIT analyzed calcium-aluminum-rich inclusions (CAIs) from meteorite DOM 08006, found in Antarctica in 2008. These inclusions formed within the first 200,000 years of the Solar System's existence. This material helps determine the magnetic field strength in the early protosolar nebula. The research suggests magnetism was crucial in the Sun and planet formation process.