Category: Featured

Achyut Potdar Dies at 91

Hussain Ali
Achyut Potdar

Gofrixty [19 August 2025] – The film industry is in mourning as it is bidden abode to one of the veteran actors- Achyut Potdar who breathed his last at the age of 91. Famous for his warm nature and flexibility as a performer across Bollywood and Marathi film industry, Potdar made a significant contribution to both the cinemas. He had a career of more than four decades in movies, television and theater. He is best known for his role as the befuddled professor in 3 Idiots, which was one of Bollywood’s…

Google users can now create AI assistants without coding

Hussain Ali
Google

Gofrixty [19 August 2025] – Google has launched Opal, a tool that enables anyone to create their own AI assistants without having to write any code. The introduction is a major push to bring artificial intelligence to the masses, not just developers or large companies. Opal users just text their assistant, sending it a description of what they want it to do. Then, the platform translates those ideas into workflows by linking prompts, tools and A.I. models. For instance, someone might make a helper that summarizes emails, coordinates calendars or even builds…

A bloody shower of more lives, rains keep pounding KP

Ahmed Raza
A bloody shower of more lives, rains keep pounding KP

Gofrixty [19 August 2025] – Heavy monsoon rains strike Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for a second time, and again, many more people die. Thousands are struggling as rivers overflow and destroy homes and block key thoroughfares. Entire villages flee as landslides bury fields and block routes out. Rescue teams hurry into neighboring districts, pulling injured people from crumbling houses. Dozens of patients are being treated by doctors in overcrowded hospitals. Volunteers take food and blankets to people waiting in makeshift shelters. Officials say swollen rivers gutted out bridges and carried off cattle. Resident…

Four Takeaways From Ukraine Talks in Washington

Ahmed Raza
Four Takeaways From Ukraine Talks in Washington

Gofrixty [19 August 2025] – American and Ukrainian leaders talked in Washington and considered new approaches in the continuing war. The discussions underscored four critical dimensions of the next phase of collaboration. First, the United States promised a fresh shipment of military aid that is said to include advanced air defense systems and ammunition. American officials emphasized that Ukraine was much better defended, which would allow it to better protect major cities from Russian strikes. Second, Ukraine demanded a clear path to membership in NATO. Ukrainian representatives said strong commitments would…

BLACKPINK Plans Exciting Comeback

Hussain Ali
BLACKPINK

Gofrixty [18 August 2025] – BLACKPINK comeback is just around the corner and fans are hyped. The K-pop queens, who are celebrated for their international hits and powerhouse performances, are poised to unleash new music. Fans have been swift to hear the news, and eagerly anticipate what the group have been cooking up. Its members — Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé and Lisa — have all stayed busy with solo projects and brand deals. But they always return to make music that leads the world. A lot of the fans say the cooperation…

Erasing Traumatic Memories in Animals

Hussain Ali
Memories

Gofrixty [18 August 2025] – Researchers in Japan experimental techniques that can wipe away, change or even restore memories in animals without damaging the brain or altering the rest of the animal’s mental function. These advances also bode well for future treatments of PTSD, phobias and even addiction. The researchers did this by targeting particular brain mechanisms. In some labs, scientists over-expressed some proteins, animals remembered traumatic experiences. This treatment wiped out fearful memories while leaving other memories intact. Crucially, the overall structure and functi on of the brain were healthy. Another…

Swatch ‘regrets’ ‘slanted eye’ ad after China outcry

Ahmed Raza
Swatch 'regrets' 'slanted eye'

Gofrixty [18 August 2025] – Swatch apologized after Chinese consumers voiced outrage over an advertisement that many said was racist. Images in the ad showed models with what others described as exaggerated eye makeup, and critics said the photos poked fun at Asian features. The backlash quickly gained traction on Chinese social media, where users criticized the brand for ignoring cultural sensitivities. The ad campaign was later removed, and the company made a public statement. Swatch said it had never intended to offend anyone and recognized that it needed to be…

Logan Paul – Marries Nina Agdal in Italy

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Logan Paul

Gofrixty [17 August 2025] – WWE Star, YouTuber Logan Paul Marries Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Nina Agdal In Gorgeous Italy Wedding. They said their I do’s during a lavish ceremony in the company of their loved ones and famous friends. The pair exchanged vows with a romantic Italian backdrop so the day would be one to remember for bride and groom. Logan donned a traditional suit, whilst the star of the show was Nina, looking so beautiful in her wedding dress. His love story become more global after that wedding. Guests…

UFC 319 Press Conference Shatters Records

Hussain Ali
UFC 319

Gofrixty [17 August 2025] – The UFC on Friday night put a bow on the promotion for next week’s UFC 319 pay-per-view event. With 110,000 live viewers tuning in to watch the conference, it would be the largest pre-fight media event of 2025. A new record-setter for previous conferences which can only confirm all that anticipation over the pointy end in doing so. The main event is for the middleweight championship as titleholder Dricus du Plessis puts his belt on the line against Mr. unblemished Khamzat Chimaev. You have to build a…

The Air Swipe Bags Made Using Material Sourced from NASA

Hussain Ali
The Air Swipe Bag

Gofrixty [17 August 2025] – Coperni has again shocked the fashion world, launching the Air Swipe Bag during Paris Fashion Week. In an unprecedented combination, this handbag is not made of a traditional material but NASA silica aerogel, which has been touted as the lightest solid on earth. A 99% air, 1% glass bag that appears almost clear like a cloud and both futuristic and delicate. Weighing just 33 grams, or the equivalent of a standard lightbulb, the Air Swipe Bag It is surprisingly sturdy for its fragile appearance. Aerogel is…