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Pat Caputo Diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer

Detroit sports radio host Pat Caputo announces a terminal Stage 4 pancreatic cancer diagnosis. The veteran journalist shares his health battle and receives an outpouring of support. Read his full story.

Royal Purple: The Snail Dye That Cost a Fortune

Discover the incredible history of royal purple, a dye made from rare sea snails so expensive it was reserved for emperors. Explore its journey from ancient luxury to modern symbolism.

Horse Traders' Role in Islam's Diverse Indian History

Author Devdutt Pattanaik explores how the arrival of Islam in Bengal and Odisha differed from Gujarat, tracing its roots to Central Asian horse traders and local king dynamics. Read this insightful analysis.

Radio Sangam: First Community Radio on LoC Launched

Indian Army launches 'Radio Sangam', the first community radio station along the Line of Control in J&K's Rajouri. Aimed at countering misinformation and empowering border communities. Read more.

The 2,500-Year History of Ice Cream Revealed

Explore the incredible 2,500-year journey of ice cream, from ancient Persian snow treats to Mughal-era kulfi and its global evolution. Discover how this frozen dessert conquered the world!

Rare Triple Active Black Holes Found in Merging Galaxies

For the first time, astronomers have clearly recorded three supermassive black holes feeding simultaneously at the heart of merging galaxies. This rare discovery confirms theoretical models and opens new avenues for cosmic study. Read the full story.

HAM Radio Helps Reunite Long-Lost Inmate With Family

After 14 years in jail, Shakuntala Lamchini was reunited with her family in Kolkata, thanks to a nationwide search by HAM radio volunteers. Read this heartwarming story of perseverance and community effort.

Talat Mahmood's 1939 AIR Debut: The Making of a Ghazal King

Discover how Talat Mahmood, at just 16, began his legendary singing career on All India Radio, Lucknow in 1939. His journey from Marris College to becoming the Ghazal King is a tale of passion. Explore his musical legacy now.

Milei Stops China Telescope Project Post-US Bailout

Argentina's President Javier Milei suspends a major Chinese-backed radio telescope project following a $20 billion US bailout, highlighting the delicate geopolitical balancing act in Latin America. Read more.

Tigress Tara Released in Sahyadri Tiger Reserve

Sahyadri Tiger Reserve's population rises to five with the release of tigress Tara from Tadoba. The radio-collared big cat marks a key step in Maharashtra's tiger conservation efforts. Read more.

Arjuna Ranatunga faces arrest in Rs 800mn oil scam

Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup-winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga is likely to be arrested over alleged corruption causing an Rs 800 million loss to the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation. Read the full story.

Sri Lanka to arrest ex-cricket captain Arjuna Ranatunga

Sri Lankan authorities plan to arrest former cricket captain Arjuna Ranatunga over alleged corruption in a 2017 oil procurement deal. Read the full details of the case and its connection to the country's anti-corruption campaign.

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