India’s peak power demand during Diwali saw a slight decrease this year, a departure from the usual festival surge. While Monday’s peak reached 180.14 GW, down from last year’s 182.87 GW, overall consumption also dipped. This trend contrasts with higher projected summer demand, which was not fully realized due to favorable weather conditions.
The World Health Organization warns about rising tooth decay. It links this to high sugar consumption. Over 2.5 billion people suffer from dental caries. WHO advises limiting free sugar intake. This includes sugars in processed foods and juices. Reducing sugar, brushing, and dental check-ups are key. Public health policies can also help. These include taxing…
Dr. Sudhir Kumar says the ferritin test is important, when it comes to gauging overall health. Ferritin is a protein that stores iron in the body and ferritin levels in the blood, show how much iron is stored. Normal serum iron tests only measure iron that is moving in the blood, and the tests do…
Klarna, the Swedish “buy now, pay later” giant, is aiming to raise $1.27 billion through an IPO in New York, pricing shares between $35 and $37. This move comes after a previous attempt was delayed due to market volatility. The IPO values Klarna at approximately $14 billion, marking a significant step after valuation swings from…
Elite US universities have become political battlegrounds, shifting focus from academic excellence to social missions. This change has led to declining public trust, grade inflation, and less tolerance for differing views. With job markets evolving and AI rising, universities face pressure to refocus on education quality. Harvard’s consideration of trade schools highlights these shifts. Experts…
Austin Dillon and Cody Ware had a heated exchange at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, escalating from an early bump to a late-race incident where Ware wrecked his own car attempting a revenge move. Dillon, recovering from a 28th-place start, finished 13th, while his teammate Kyle Busch struggled. Ryan Blaney ultimately capitalized on the chaos to…
On September 7-8, 2025, a total lunar eclipse will transform the Moon into a Blood Moon, lasting for 82 minutes. Visible across Asia, Australia, Europe, and Africa, including India, this celestial event offers a spectacular display. The eclipse begins at 8:58 PM IST on September 7, reaching totality at 11:00 PM, providing a prime opportunity…
A California judge denied Roblox’s bid to force child abuse claims into private arbitration, allowing a father’s lawsuit alleging his son’s exploitation to proceed publicly. This decision opens the door for similar cases to bypass Roblox’s mandatory arbitration clauses, potentially leading to more public scrutiny of the platform’s safety practices.
Minakshi Hooda, a 24-year-old boxer from Haryana, has stormed into the World Boxing Championships final in Liverpool. She dominated Mongolia’s Lutsaikhany Altantsetseg, a former silver medalist, with a unanimous 5-0 victory in the 48kg semifinal. Hooda’s powerful performance, including a knockdown in the first round, showcased her skill and determination.
Jamie Smith has etched his name in Test cricket history, equaling Quinton de Kock’s record for the fastest 1,000 runs by a wicketkeeper, achieving the milestone in just 21 innings. Smith’s impressive form includes a rapid century at Edgbaston and a record-breaking unbeaten 184, solidifying his place among elite wicketkeeper-batters.
