On November 8, the historic and iconic bells of Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris tolled for the first time since the 2019 fire attack, signaling a triumphant moment in the cathedral’s remarkable restoration and reconstruction.

The fire that attacked the roof and collapsed the pinnacle caused a bigger shock and ruined the cathedral’s landmark. Five years of scrupulous restoration have brought the historic site back to life, fulfilling a promise made by French President Emmanuel Macron to restore the church over five years.

As the Vatican prepares to open the Jubilee 2025 in about forty-eight days, Luce, the name given to the new mascot for the event, was unveiled on October 28th, 2024. Just a week ago, it went viral and attracted attention among the youth on social media.

In less than seven days, hundreds of memes and fan art renditions of Luce have popped up on social media websites such as Facebook, X, Reddit, and TikTok and have been circulating on these platforms.

In a unique blend of faith and innovation, the Sisters of Notre-Dame des Neiges have launched a line of eco-friendly cleaning products to support their abbey financially, seeking a delicate balance between tradition and the demands of modern business. Facing a significant decline in donations, the nuns turned to entrepreneurship, garnering strong public support for their resourcefulness and adaptability.

Harish Kumar Barigala

The trains speed becoms the threat for the life of the elephants in India.

Bani (name of the elephant) was left orphaned in December after a tragic incident involving a speeding train near Jim Corbett national park in Haldwani. Her mother was killed instantly, while baby Bani was flung into a ditch, suffering serious injuries and fractures. Despite the challenging circumstances, Bani is slowly recovering and showing signs of playfulness, especially when she gets her favorite treat, bananas.

Vhen Jesus Fernandez

Some people prefer real ones more than those that undergo computer programs, especially for photos of prominent individuals or groups, like the royal family.

The image released by Kensington Palace with white circles drawn by Patrick Witty to show areas that suggest it was edited. (Patrick Witty)

According to a research professor of computer science and an expert in image manipulation, in NBC News, “People want to see it as ‘this is fake image, this is not.” Professor Maura Grossman cautioned that the wide range of tools for media manipulation can lead to a more complicated view of what might count as real.