Chess world mourns Daniel Naroditsky, a beloved American grandmaster and online teacher. Naroditsky, known for his clear lessons, died at 29. His estimated net worth in 2025 was one million dollars. He inspired countless players globally through YouTube, Twitch, and coaching. His passing leaves a void in the chess community, remembered for making the game accessible and enjoyable for all.
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Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has been appointed Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary) in the Indian Army. This honour follows his distinguished military career and numerous athletic achievements. Chopra's journey includes significant awards like the Arjuna Award, Khel Ratna, and Padma Shri. His recent participation in the World Athletics Championships also saw him compete strongly.
India and Bangladesh are embroiled in a diplomatic dispute following the killing of three Bangladeshis in Tripura. Dhaka condemned the "brutal beating and killing" as a "grave violation of human rights," while India stated the deceased were "smugglers" who attacked villagers. New Delhi urged Dhaka to uphold border sanctity and prevent cross-border crimes.
Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo and San Francisco Forty-Niners star Christian McCaffrey have welcomed their first child. Daughter Colette Annalise was born in July 2025. Their journey began with social media interactions in 2019. They married in Rhode Island in June 2024. This new parenthood marks a significant milestone for the couple.
London-based academic Francesca Orsini was denied entry into India and deported after being blacklisted for violating her tourist visa conditions by conducting research. Officials stated that undertaking research requires a specific 'R' visa, and violating visa terms can lead to blacklisting, a sovereign right of any nation.
Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath's X account was briefly hacked via a sophisticated phishing email, despite two-factor authentication. He clicked a fake password change link, allowing attackers to post scam content. Kamath highlighted that even tech-savvy individuals can fall victim to AI-driven attacks, stressing human error as cybersecurity's persistent vulnerability.
Travis Head has etched his name in cricketing history, becoming the fastest Australian to reach 3,000 ODI runs in just 76 innings. Despite a brief dismissal for 29, his aggressive batting at the SCG saw him surpass Steve Smith's record. This significant achievement highlights Head's explosive batting prowess in the 50-over format.
For millions of dogs, Diwali is not a festival of light. It is a night of noise and terror, a prolonged panic attack that no amount of comforting words can soothe. What we call tradition, they experience as trauma. And the reason lies not in weakness or over-sensitivity, but in the very biology that humans helped shape — a physiology honed over millennia for survival, now caught in a storm it cannot understand.
Choti Diwali 2025 arrives on October 19. This day precedes Diwali, marking the triumph of good over evil. People prepare by cleansing homes and spirits. Ritual baths and lighting diyas are central. Homes are decorated with rangolis and flowers. Wishes and messages are shared to spread positivity. The celebration signifies light overcoming darkness and knowledge dispelling ignorance. Read more below!
Mitch Marner, a dynamic right-winger, has joined the Vegas Golden Knights on a significant eight-year, $96 million contract, boosting his estimated net worth to $20-25 million. His move from the Toronto Maple Leafs, following a career-best 102-point season, also brings lucrative endorsements from major brands. Fans anticipate his impact on the upcoming NHL season.