Godzilla comes back to Japan, in ways fresh and familiar

The man behind the monster: Godzilla — is not a man wearing a rubber suit, like in the 1954 original. Godzilla is back in its homeland of Japan after a 12-year absence, still breathing fire and mercilessly stomping everything in its way. Four ways can be noted as to how the new film Shin Godzilla, or New Godzilla, Read More

O captain! My captain!

Seven fishermen had lost hopes of making it to dry land, until Captain Radhika stepped in.Most people cower in the face of adversity. Few, however, possess the equanimity and poise to collect their wits when faced with danger. And that is precisely what Radhika Menon, the first woman captain in India’s Merchant Navy, did on Read More

China, Lanka iron out differences- Hashim

After deteriorating during the early part of President Maithripala Sirisena’s tenure, Sri Lanka’s relations with China appear to be on firmer footing as both sides continue to iron out differences over Chinese investments in the island country.

Rio getting ready for the Samba dance

  Brazil is going through the birth pangs of the Olympics. It is the second major event for the South American nation, which is grappling with issues at every conceivable front, after the successful hosting of the World Cup football two years ago.

Prachanda is new Nepal PM

Maoist chief Prachanda was on Wednesday elected by lawmakers as Nepal’s Prime Minister for a second time. The 61-year-old leader promised to lead the nation toward economic development and work as a bridge between communities following deadly protests over a divisive new Constitution.

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