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Only the sharpest minds can solve this maths puzzle.

Brain teaser: Can you crack this tricky puzzle that’s stumping even maths lovers?

A viral math brain teaser challenges users to solve a puzzle involving a bed, bus, and trophy. Participants must use logical reasoning to determine the trophy's value, sparking online debates and multiple solution attempts.

Empty seats at Dubai International Cricket Stadium for the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash

Empty seats mark India–Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 clash amid boycott calls: ‘Never seen a stadium so empty’

India-Pakistan Asia Cup match in Dubai saw unusually empty stands due to boycott calls following recent terror tensions. India won by seven wickets, with players refusing post-match handshakes, reflecting ongoing diplomatic strain between the nations.

The news of Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes' breakup comes soon after the latter put out a birthday wish for the former on Instagram.

Why Kelsea Ballerini, Chase Stokes broke up after nearly 3 years. Real reason revealed

Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes, both 32, have ended their nearly three-year relationship. Despite efforts to make it work, they mutually decided to part ways. Sources suggest they tried their best but ultimately couldn't sustain the relationship.

An optical illusion shared on Reddit puzzled viewers.

Optical illusion: Can you spot the hidden alligator that has left sharp-eyed viewers baffled?

A hidden alligator challenges viewers in a deceptive lotus pond image shared on Reddit. The camouflaged reptile blends seamlessly with the serene landscape, testing observers' keen eye and sparking online puzzle-solving excitement.

Memes erupted online as India outplayed Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025

Asia Cup 2025: India triumphs over Pakistan, social media explodes with memes

India defeated Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025, with Suryakumar Yadav leading the chase by scoring an unbeaten 47 runs. The victory sparked a social media meme fest, highlighting India's continued dominance in the high-stakes cricket match.

Canadian national Caleb Friesen’s viral video exposed Bengaluru footpath woes, prompting civic authorities to act.

Who is Caleb Friesen? Canadian man whose viral videos are making Bengaluru’s footpaths walkable again

Canadian Caleb Friesen's viral videos expose Bengaluru's poor pedestrian infrastructure, prompting swift civic action. His documentaries of challenging walkways have led to footpath improvements and cleanup efforts by local authorities, demonstrating the power of social media in driving urban infrastructure changes.

A UK woman filmed a purple ‘Mind the Grab’ line on a London kerb, and the clip went viral.

‘Honestly embarrassing’: UK woman shares video of London pavement warning line against phone theft

A London pavement warning line alerts pedestrians to phone theft risks, with a purple strip cautioning people to step back from the kerb to avoid robbery, sparking online debate about urban safety and crime prevention.

Gavin Adcock was confronted by musician Zach Bryan over former's comments

Who is Gavin Adcock? Georgian country musician at center of Zach Bryan feud at Oklahoma Festival

Zach Bryan confronted Gavin Adcock at Oklahoma's Born & Raised Festival after ongoing tensions. Adcock, a rising country artist from Georgia, has gained popularity with over 1 billion streams and a record-breaking 2024 album debut.

A US woman went viral after saying she left America for Spain, calling social life in the US disappointing.

US woman says poor social life forced her to leave Los Angeles: ‘Extreme loneliness is killing us’

A woman who moved from Los Angeles to Barcelona criticizes US social life, highlighting extreme isolation, lack of spontaneity, and disconnected communities. She argues European lifestyles offer more meaningful social interactions and community connections, addressing widespread loneliness in America.

Optical illusion: Only those with a very high IQ can find the hidden word ‘optical’ in 10 seconds.

Optical illusion: Only the sharpest eyes can find hidden word ‘optical’ in 10 seconds

A challenging optical illusion challenges viewers to find the hidden word 'optical' among similar-looking words in a grid within 10 seconds. Located in the sixth row and ninth column, only those with sharp vision can spot the difference quickly.

Did you try NYT Pips today? Here are hints and answers for the September 14 game.

NYT Pips September 14: Hints and answers for all levels

NYT Pips, a domino-inspired puzzle game launched in August 2025, challenges players to place tiles on a grid following color-coded conditions like number, equal, and not equal rules. Daily puzzles reset at midnight, offering fresh problem-solving opportunities.

A Reddit user compared living in Gurgaon and Bengaluru, sparking debate on roads, safety, and livability between the two cities.

Gurgaon vs Bengaluru: Reddit user shares why one city is safer, cleaner and more liveable

A Reddit user compared Gurgaon and Bengaluru, highlighting Bengaluru's better infrastructure, cleanliness, and civic sense. Despite traffic challenges, the user found Bengaluru more liveable, criticizing Gurgaon's poor roads, waste management, and safety concerns.

Ashneer Grover and his wife, Madhuri Jain, welcomed Farah Khan and her cook Dilip into their Delhi home.

Step inside Ashneer Grover’s lavish Delhi home with movie room, bar and more

Ashneer Grover showcased his opulent Delhi home to Farah Khan, featuring a lavish dining table, sentimental artwork, a bar honoring his father, movie room, and meticulously designed spaces reflecting personal style and family memories.

Two young Chinese siblings died after being stung hundreds of times by wasps.

Siblings in China killed by wasp swarm, boy stung 300 times and sister 700; beekeeper under probe

Two siblings in China died after being attacked by hundreds of yellow-legged hornets in a cornfield. The boy was stung 300 times, his sister 700. A local beekeeper is under investigation, with authorities banning wasp farming after the tragic incident.

The AI tool allows users to turn ordinary portraits into dramatic vintage looks.

Google Gemini Nano Banana AI saree trend is Instagram’s latest obsession. Here's everything to know

Google's Gemini Nano Banana AI enables users to transform personal photos into vintage Bollywood-style saree portraits. By uploading images and using specific prompts, people can create nostalgic, cinematic edits reminiscent of retro film aesthetics, quickly sharing on social media.

The LinkedIn profile has sparked a wave of lighthearted admiration across social media.

Noida man's 'Assistant to my wife' job title on LinkedIn wins internet: 'Living my dream job'

A Noida man's LinkedIn profile listing "Assistant to my wife" as his job title went viral, earning praise for humor and honesty. Formerly a senior automobile executive, he embraced a lighthearted career description that resonated with social media users.

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