Prediabetes can be reversed within 2 years: The quiet metabolic changes your body makes when you stay consistent

Prediabetes, a precursor to type 2 diabetes, can often be reversed through sustained lifestyle changes, typically within two years. Urban living presents challenges but also resources for recovery. Consistent, modest improvements in diet, sleep, and activity allow the body’s metabolic flexibility to restore healthy glucose regulation, highlighting the power of long-term habits over quick fixes.

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David Warner tears into Joe Root’s ‘senseless Bazball’ as Mitchell Starc dismisses him for 10th time

David Warner has sharply criticized England’s ‘Bazball’ approach after Joe Root’s cheap dismissal in the second Ashes Test. Root’s struggles against Mitchell Starc, who dismissed him twice, highlighted a lack of smarts in England’s aggressive batting. This costly passage of play, following a strong first-innings lead, saw England falter.

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Do cows really love jazz? Exploring what music means for dairy animals

Cows may not ‘love’ jazz, but research suggests they respond positively to its calming qualities. Slow tempos and gentle rhythms, common in jazz, reduce stress and agitation in livestock, leading to more relaxed behaviour during routine tasks like milking. This scientific curiosity highlights how thoughtful sound environments can significantly improve animal welfare on farms.

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Chhattisgarh: Principals handed stray dog duty; Congress, teachers’ bodies accuse govt of overburdening schools

Chhattisgarh’s Directorate of Public Instruction has appointed school principals as nodal officers to prevent stray dog entry and ensure student safety, citing Supreme Court directives. This move has drawn criticism from the Congress and teachers’ bodies, who argue it overburdens staff with non-academic duties, impacting education.

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