Bird and bat droppings reveal 87 rice pest species in their diets, with DNA analysis uncovering 2,276 feeding interactions across 34 predator species in West African rice fields
Rice is a staple food for nearly half of the world’s population.
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Kao Miura wins men's figure skating title and completes Japanese sweep at Cup of China
SHENZHEN, China (AP) — Kao Miura completed a Japanese sweep with a commanding victory in the men's program at the Cup of China on Sunday.A day after compatri...
'Axar turns Yellow': CSK teases fans with trade rumour as they post photograph of Ruturaj Gaikwad and Axar Patel
CSK fuelled trade rumours by posting a photograph of Ruturaj Gaikwad and Axar Patel from their official 'X' handle.
IPL 2027 trade tracker: Complete list of all player and cash deals before the IPL 2027 mini-auction
Stay updated with the live IPL 2027 trade tracker. Get the complete list of all official player swaps, cash transfers, and salary details before the mini-auc...
'The End of Oak Street' OTT release: When and where to watch Anne Hathaway's new movie
Discover when and where to watch 'The End of Oak Street', featuring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor, as they navigate a mysterious prehistoric world. Streaming on HBO Max from November 13, 2026.
Best Cronen Osprey Loadout and Build - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Guide - IGN
Released as part of the battle pass in Season 1, the Cronen Osprey is a powerful Assault Rifle that, with the right attachments, offers very minimal recoil and
Rent-a-grandchild: Businesses offering companions to elderly grow in India
A small but growing number of firms selling what families once took for granted: someone to take care of the seniors.
Gold, Muhurat trading and big business: The economics of Diwali and how they've changed
Diwali is more than a festival of lights.
Ancient Maya cities used a vivid red pigment in temples and burials; a new study finds the mineral left toxic mercury in lakes for centuries and damaged aquatic life across multiple levels of the food chain
There were many practices done back in the day that were harmful for people, without them even realising it.
Photos: Heavy rains leave tens of thousands without shelter in Gaza
Heavy rain floods tents housing displaced Palestinians in Gaza as Israeli restrictions on aid hamper response.
J&K notifies private university rules, reserves 25% seats and jobs for locals
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday congratulated Education Minister Shamima Firdous on the notification of the Private
Lens predicted XI v Marseille: Ismaelo Ganiou and Franjo Ivanovic out
RC Lens are without the likes of Ismaelo Ganiou and Franjo Ivanovic as they prepare to host Olympique de Marseille on Sunday night.Les Sang et Or will look t...
She began with a fundraiser to feed just 25 schoolchildren; today, Kenyan entrepreneur Wawira Njiru employs 6,000 people, and her organisation serves 730,000 children every day
William Wordsworth wrote, “That best portion of a good man's life, His little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and of love.” And sometimes, it
Sunderland vs Chelsea: How to watch, TV channel, live stream, NOW TV, team news and score prediction
Sky customers can watch Sunderland vs Chelsea on Sky Sports from 12.30pm or via the Sky Sports app; non-Sky customers can stream the game with a NOW Day or Month pass; kick-off at the Stadium of Light is 2pm on November 8
Australia cricket: Usman Khawaja says he has not 'thrown anyone under the bus' with claims about ball-tampering scandal
Usman Khawaja says he made "promise" to friend David Warner that he would tell the truth about the 'Sandpapergate' scheme; former Australia batter says he initially wanted to come clean in 2018 but was talked out if by Steve Smith; Khawaja's claims come ahead of release of his book
Milwaukee Bucks star Myles Turner has joined a campaign promising 250 pet meals for every point he scores and 1,000 for each three-pointer, following a WNBA player's completed 319,750-meal contribution
A basketball player’s on-court performance could soon translate into thousands of meals for pets of families in need.
All Items - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Guide - IGN
The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake features a huge arsenal of weapons, tools, armor, and more. This page is a guide to All Items in Ocarina of Time
'Coach and selectors picked the team': Pakistan captain Babar Azam reveals his real role in Test team ahead SL series
Babar Azam revealed his exact role as captain in the Pakistan Test team ahead of the Sri Lanka series.
Hossam Hassan sacked as Egypt head coach over ex-wife scandal
A series of controversies surrounding Hassan’s marital life left a ‘negative impact’ on the team, Egyptian FA says.
When the smoke settles, what remains? The unseen health and environmental risks
NEW DELHI: Festivals in India bring people together through lights, colours, music, food and community celebrations.
'From India to Pakistan, everyone invited': Anant Singh on daughter's grand wedding
NEW DELHI: Expelled JD(U) leader Anant Singh said invitations for his daughter's grand wedding are being sent to people across India and Pakistan,
Texas college football rankings: Upon replay review, Texas Tech stays No. 1 ahead of Texas
The Red Raiders won an old-fashioned Big 12 shootout with defense to stay ahead of Texas, which scored a complete win over Missouri.
Massachusetts neighbours spent years complaining about sand, dust and noise from an adjoining mine; in August 2026, a jury awarded the couple $530,000 after finding the operators liable for property impacts
A Massachusetts couple who spent years dealing with dust, noise and vibrations from a neighbouring sand mining operation have won $530,000 in damages
Pumas and America tie in lively “Deja Vu” match
Pumas and America tied with 2 -2 score., a result that felt short for what each team needed
In the 1830s, Americans bought tomato ketchup as medicine after a physician claimed tomatoes could treat indigestion and diarrhoea; pills made from tomato extract were sold across the country before the craze collapsed.
Let's be honest, everyone knows someone who puts ketchup on absolutely everything. Pastas, pizzas and whatnot.
Meet Donovan Atkinson, the 5-year-old who turned cucumbers from his family's garden into a pickle business and sold more than 500 jars from his roadside stand
A roadside stand selling homemade pickles is not the usual sight associated with a five-year-old.
Hansi Flick faces two big decisions ahead of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona clash
Barcelona will be aiming to maintain their lead at the top of the league table as they take on Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano this evening.It has been...
Chelsea fans’ preferred lineup against Sunderland: Depend on de Penders
Sunderland vs. Chelsea, Premier League: Preferred lineup
Sanford, Houston hold off Cincinnati, 31-24, to remain perfect at home
Re’Shaun Sanford II’s breakaway run and career-high performance allow the Cougars to survive an upset-hungry Bearcats.
Michael Carrick, Sir Alex Ferguson and Man United’s seemingly impossible question
As the club celebrate the 40th anniversary since the great Scot arrived at Old Trafford from Aberdeen, it is the task of following in Sir Alex’s footsteps th...
Jon Sumrall admits Florida Gators’ offense feels ‘a little bit lost’ after thrashing by Oklahoma
Jon Sumrall cited a lack of identity on the field that hindered the Florida Gators in their 23-7 loss to the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday afternoon. Sumrall...
Coaches Poll Prediction: Just How Hard Will Ohio State, Ole Miss, and LSU Crash?
LSU, Ole Miss, Kentucky, and Ohio State got rocked, and there will be huge moves after these four drop. Here's our Week 11 Coaches Poll prediction.
Ashmit Patel: Diwali for me is all about spending quality time with family and friends
For Ashmit Patel, Diwali is about family, familiar traditions and keeping the celebrations simple.
Mohamed Salah and life in Turkey after leaving Liverpool for Trabzonspor
BBC Sport travels to Turkey to watch Mohamed Salah play for Trabzonspor and discover how the 'Egyptian King' is settling into life by the Black Sea.
The great White mix-up: Did Trump offer White House job to the wrong Dana White?
Did US President Donald Trump mistake UFC boss Dana White for another Dana White while offering the White House press secretary's job?
Parkinson's film 'gently ribs monster of an illness', says writer
Onwards and Sideways is written by Paul Mayhew-Archer, who was diagnosed with the disease in 2011.
North Pennines National Landscape prepares for climate change
North Pennines National Landscape's plan includes restoring peatland and wildfire preparedness.
Why mandarin ducks are popping up across the West Midlands
Expert say the birds are now an increasingly common sight, with numbers continuing to rise.
Injury blow for Bangladesh! Shadman Islam ruled out of South Africa series after Sylhet Test setback
Bangladesh have suffered a major setback ahead of their upcoming Test tour of South Africa, with opener Shadman Islam ruled out after sustaining an ankle
Crystal Palace vs Liverpool: How to watch, TV channel, live stream, NOW TV, team news and score prediction
Sky customers can watch Crystal Palace vs Liverpool on Sky Sports from 12.30pm or via the Sky Sports app; non-Sky customers can stream the game with a NOW Day or Month pass; kick-off at Selhurst Park is 2pm on Sunday November 8