The US Department of Education has urged states to utilise flexibilities under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) to improve academic performance following poor 2024 NAEP results. States are invited to submit waiver requests under Title VIII, allowing them to bypass certain federal requirements. The move is part of the Trump administration’s push to…
Dengue and chikungunya are viral infections spread by Aedes mosquitoes. These illnesses cause fever, pain, rash, and fatigue. Prevention is crucial due to rising cases. Eliminating stagnant water reduces mosquito breeding. Repellents and protective clothing help. Mosquito nets and screens are useful. Community clean-ups are important. Staying informed aids prevention. These steps protect health and…
Eight Indian-origin researchers have played a transformative role in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning across leading institutions in the United States. Their work spans natural language processing, computer vision, reinforcement learning, and theoretical computer science. Educated at prestigious institutes such as IITs, MIT, and UC Berkeley, their contributions include the development of the Transformer architecture…
Raksha Bandhan, a major Hindu festival celebrating the brother-sister bond, will be observed on August 9, 2025. The auspicious thread ceremony can be performed from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM, with no Bhadra period to worry about. Sisters tie Rakhi, a Raksha Sootra, on their brothers’ wrists, praying for their well-being and longevity.
Australia is extending its social media restrictions to include YouTube, banning children under 16 from creating accounts starting in December. This move aims to protect young Australians from online harm, cyberbullying, and mental health issues. The decision follows concerns about children’s exposure to harmful content on YouTube, despite it being primarily a video platform.
Wordle, a word puzzle game created by Josh Wardle, is very popular. Players guess a five-letter word in six tries. Green, yellow, and gray tiles give clues. The New York Times acquired Wordle. It is played on their website. The game is ad-free. A new puzzle is available daily. Many spin-off games are also available.
BSA revives its legacy with the Bantam 350, a retro-modern motorcycle unveiled at the Bike Shed Moto Show in London. Inspired by the Jawa 42 FJ, it features a blacked-out design, round headlamps, and British-themed details. Equipped with a 334cc liquid-cooled engine, it delivers 29 bhp and includes features like dual-channel ABS.
With the US tariff deadline looming, an India-US trade deal appears unlikely, though a last-minute breakthrough remains possible. Trump has hinted at tariffs of 20-25% on Indian goods, while India anticipates these as a temporary measure during ongoing negotiations. Sticking points include agriculture and dairy sectors, with the US seeking greater market access.
With the US tariff deadline looming, an India-US trade deal appears unlikely, though a last-minute breakthrough remains possible. Trump has hinted at tariffs of 20-25% on Indian goods, while India anticipates these as a temporary measure during ongoing negotiations. Sticking points include agriculture and dairy sectors, with the US seeking greater market access.
Tabu draped an ivory lehenga with a pure Kalamkari dupatta, creating a half-saree look, making it the ethnic moment of the season.
