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Scientists are racing to solve the mystery of Poland’s 90-year-old Crooked Forest before its bizarre C-shaped pine trees die out forever

A Polish woodland features hundreds of pine trees with lower trunks curving sharply near the ground. These trees were planted in the late 1920s and later abandoned due to war. Foresters may have deliberately bent the saplings for specialized timber production purposes. Natural causes like heavy snow are also suggested but lack definitive proof. The interruption of local life during World War Two preserved this enduring botanical curiosity.
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Shubman Gill's 80, Axar-Washington stand give India 1-0 lead over England in ODI series

Chasing 259, India lost Rohit Sharma (11) and Virat Kohli (5) early, slipping to 48/2. Gill then rebuilt the innings with vice-captain Shreyas Iyer, adding 101 runs for the third wicket.
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'World Cup's most controversial VAR call': Croatia says FIFA still won't answer audio request

Croatia says FIFA has not responded to its formal request for the VAR audio behind Joško Gvardiol's disallowed extra-time goal against Portugal at the 2026 World Cup. While FIFA defended the offside decision using Connected Ball Technology, Croatian officials argue greater transparency is needed. Technical director Stipe Pletikosa also criticised FIFA's broader tournament management and refereeing standards.
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India Post crosses Rs 4,000 crore quarterly revenue for first time; Q1 turnover jumps 22%

India Post achieved its highest-ever first-quarter revenue of Rs 4,008 crore. This revenue marks a significant 22.2 percent increase from the previous year. The parcel and mail segments showed substantial revenue growth during this period. Citizen-centric services also experienced an impressive 86 percent jump in revenue. Several postal circles demonstrated strong performance across various business verticals.
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Shubman Gill's 80, Axar-Washington stand give India 1-0 lead over England

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IND vs ENG: Bumrah surpasses Ajit Agarkar, becomes third fastest Indian to ...

Bumrah achieved the feat by dismissing England captain Harry Brook with the first ball of the 14th over.
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Affordable rental housing scheme: Who can apply and key conditions explained

The Affordable Rental Housing initiative serves as a solution for urban migrants seeking temporary living arrangements. Specifically designed for economically weaker and low-income families, this program offers both single and double-bedroom units, alongside dormitory options. The first model is executed by state and city authorities utilizing unused government properties, while private companies adapt the second model to accommodate their workforce and beyond.
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Who is Ismail Elfath? Everything to know about the England vs Argentina World Cup semifinal referee

Ismail Elfath is an experienced American referee trusted by FIFA with the England vs Argentina World Cup semifinal. He has officiated three matches at the 2026 tournament and also worked at the 2022 World Cup final as fourth official. While he is highly respected, recent refereeing controversies involving Argentina have increased the pressure, ensuring every decision he makes will be closely watched.
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