PROBLEM SOLVERS
Senior UAE diplomat Lana Nusseibeh enters race for UN chief
Lana Nusseibeh has announced her candidacy for the role of United Nations secretary-general. She aims to restore the organization as an effective diplomatic problem-solver in response to global challenges. Nusseibeh has garnered support from numerous countries during the recent UN General Assembly. Her experience includes leading UAE campaigns at the UN and dealing with complex geopolitical issues.
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit released on OTT: How Nivin Pauly, Mamitha Baiju's Rs 25 crore film turned into the Malayalam highest-grossing movie of all time
Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju’s Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has now arrived on OTT after a successful theatrical run. The Malayalam romantic comedy crossed the Rs 300 crore mark at the box office, becoming the highest-grossing Malayalam film. Released during the Onam season, the movie also reached audiences in multiple languages. Read on!
In 1990, Jim Sanborn installed Kryptos with 4 encrypted sections at CIA headquarters. 36 years later, its final section remains unsolved despite decades of codebreaking
In 1990, artist Jim Sanborn installed a curved copper sculpture named Kryptos inside CIA headquarters. Its 1,735 carved letters contain four distinct secret messages. Cryptographers quickly broke the first three passages, exposing references to Egyptian tombs and agency coordinates. Yet decades later, the final ninety-seven characters remain unsolved. Standard codebreaking fails here because the answer ties directly to physical clues hidden within the surrounding courtyard.
In 2026, researchers modelled recycling centres for Australia’s future wind blade waste. Years later, circular solutions are being explored across the global wind industry
In 2026, researchers modelled recycling centres for Australia’s future wind blade waste. Years later, circular solutions are being explored across the global wind industry. The research examines recycling centres, reverse logistics, blade waste, GFRP and CFRP materials, recycling costs and possible revenues. Australia could face rising blade waste as wind capacity grows, creating a need for recycling infrastructure linked to the timing and location of decommissioned wind farms.
Engineers’ Day 2026 wishes: Why is it celebrated on the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna M. Visvesvaraya, who setup key water infra in Pune, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam and Mysore
Engineers’ Day is observed in India every year on September 15 to honour engineers and recognise their contribution to the country’s development. The day marks the birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, one of India’s most celebrated engineers and statesmen. Here is why Engineers’ Day is celebrated, its significance and 50 wishes to share on the occasion.
Meet Callie, the 7-year-old Manchester inventor who beat more than 1,600 young competitors with a machine that combines a task dispenser and rubber-duck launcher
Seven-year-old Callie from Manchester has won a nationwide invention competition after creating the “Task Firing Driveable Bath,” an imaginative machine designed to help Little Alex Horne become a better Taskmaster’s Assistant. The invention transforms an ordinary bathtub into a moving task-dispensing machine and includes a playful rubber-duck dispenser. Supported by the UK Intellectual Property Office, the competition attracted more than 1,600 young inventors aged four to 11 from across the UK, along with international entries.
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AI cracked the proof no human understands. Now what's a human? Navier-Stokes solve forces the question
An OpenAI system solved the Navier-Stokes problem, a Millennium Prize question. This AI achievement occurred after human mathematicians made significant progress on the same challenge. The resulting mathematical proof is correct but incomprehensible to humans who prompted it. This separation of answers from understanding redefines human roles in discovery. Future advancements will prioritize asking valuable questions over finding answers.
Ambani calls upon India Inc to collectively launch ecosystem that supports working women
Mukesh Ambani, at the Hindi launch of Arundhati Bhattacharya's memoir "Indomitable," called on corporate India to build a stronger support ecosystem for working women and mothers, pledging Reliance Foundation's full participation and asking Bhattacharya to lead the initiative. He said India is moving from "women's development to women-led development," describing women today as architects of progress rather than mere beneficiaries.
Quote of the day by Aesop: 'It is one thing to say that something should be done, but...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on challenges, fear, determination, action, humility, execution and real effort
Quote of the day by Aesop explains the difference between talking about a task and taking action. The quote focuses on challenges, fear, determination, humility, execution and real effort. It says that plans and words have value only when they lead to action. The message remains relevant for people trying to complete goals, solve problems and turn intentions into results.
September Borns Are Perfectionists, But That’s Not Their Only Secret: 5 Virgo Qualities That Make Them Stand Out
September-born individuals often display remarkable attention to detail and meticulous planning. Their high standards and practical approach shape their interactions and work. These personalities tend to observe carefully before trusting others fully. Quiet ambition and a focus on improvement define their progress. Their detailed nature, often misunderstood, makes them dependable problem-solvers.
Depoliticise India's public spaces
In India, the politicization of public spaces has a profound effect on educational institutions, turning them into arenas of ideological conflict. By removing politics from these spaces, we can encourage open discussions and innovative thinking. Maintaining neutral environments is crucial for developing effective problem-solvers rather than engaging in mere debates, highlighting the importance of creating spaces that promote civic engagement and growth.
Gautam Adani hails Vande Bharatam's first edition, says 26,000+ applications show India’s entrepreneurial depth
The Vande Bharatam initiative concluded with over 26,000 applications from across India. This program identified and supported innovators from smaller cities and grassroots communities. Selected innovators received mentorship and industry access to scale their ventures. The initiative showcased the extraordinary depth of talent present nationwide. Its Grand Finale was held in Ahmedabad on August 14.
Scientists gave ants five 'piano movers' puzzles, and larger groups consistently outperformed smaller teams on the toughest challenges
A study reveals that larger ant groups solve complex transport puzzles better. Researchers found that group size significantly impacts success on harder tasks. Smaller ant groups struggled with more intricate puzzle geometries and configurations. Physics models alone could not fully explain the ants' collective problem-solving abilities. This research highlights the flexibility and robustness of ant colony cognition.
India doesn’t need borrowed solutions; it needs local problem-solvers: Vikas Bali, CEO, Intellecap
Sankalp Bharat seeks to spotlight entrepreneurs from India’s tier II and III cities as the country’s next growth engine, says Vikas Bali.
'Grow thick skin': Zoho's Sridhar Vembu shares a 'bad news' mantra to bosses on how to become a great leader
Billionaire Sridhar Vembu highlights that good managers must handle setbacks calmly and be approachable. He advises against being oversensitive or having a volatile temper, as it hinders communication and productivity. According to Vembu, managers should create a trust environment for their teams, ensuring bad news can be shared comfortably.
Career tip from Zoho's Rs 50,000 crore man Sridhar Vembu: 'Bad news should reach you'
Billionaire Sridhar Vembu emphasizes the importance of managers handling setbacks calmly, being approachable, and creating a trustful environment. He argues that an oversensitive or volatile manager stifles communication, reducing productivity. Users on X agreed, highlighting the need for managers who encourage early problem reporting and value team contributions.
Exciting new K-Dramas coming to Netflix in January 2024: See date, cast & plot
Stay tuned for these captivating K-dramas on Netflix, ensuring your 2024 is filled with riveting stories, unforgettable characters, and, of course, the magic of Korean drama.
The joy of DIY
There's an inexplicable joy in troubleshooting, dissecting a product piece by piece, understanding its core and devising a solution. It starts with a spark - an issue or a malfunction - that challenges your inner problem solver. Whether it's a leaky faucet, a glitchy gadget or a wonky code, the thrill lies in conquering the challenge with your hands and mind.
Mastering the game of entrepreneurship: The key to long-term success of your venture
To stay in the game, it is important to understand the basic rules and take slow but steady steps forward. Short-term decisions can bring you Short-term success which looks tempting, but it is crucial to focus on staying in the game for the long haul. As problems arise, it is important to face them head-on and become a problem solver. Successful leaders have faced unexpected challenges and found solutions rather than giving up.
India has improved its performance in Chess in last eight years: PM Modi
Highlighting India's contributions in the invention of games like Chaturanga and Chess, the PM said that these games help the brain to refine analytical skills and children who play such games could become good problem-solvers.
What makes great leaders? Ability to let confidence & humility coexist, says Kalaari Capital founder
Vani Kola also said that 'confident humility' may sound like a paradox, but isn't.
Can golf make you a problem-solver? Yes, says Elior India CEO
Sanjay Kumar says golf has taught him patience and tolerance to the other person's limitations.
IBM launches 'Call for Code Global Challenge'
Now in its fourth year, the Call for Code initiative has grown to over 400,000 developers and problem solvers across 179 nations and has generated more than fifteen thousand applications.
NASSCOM, Facebook ink MoU to engage with India's entrepreneurs
With this initiative, NASSCOM plans to scale up the focus on product design and engage the young entrepreneurs into becoming problem solvers and solution builders.
Ami Bera campaign raises nearly half a million
Bera is the only Indian American Congressman in the current Congress and is only the third ever Indian American lawmaker elected to the House of Representatives.
India won't succumb to pressure for cutting greenhouse gas
India on Saturday said it would not succumb to international pressure on any legally-binding commitments to reduce carbon emission and re-position itself diplomatically as a constructive problem-solver.
India won't succumb to pressure for cutting greenhouse gas: Jairam Ramesh
He said that in line with its own strategic interest, India has to take the developing world on board on the issue and at the same time engage developed world.
GM CFO steps down after pulling off IPO
The company says Liddell, the former Microsoft CFO with a reputation as a problem solver, will be replaced by Treasurer Dan Ammann.
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