Saroja Devi death: PM Modi pays tribute – ‘An exemplary icon of Indian cinema and culture’

Veteran South Indian actress B. Saroja Devi, revered as ‘Abhinaya Saraswathi,’ passed away at 87 in Bengaluru due to age-related ailments. Her career spanned over 200 films across multiple languages. Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned her demise, recognizing her as an icon of Indian cinema. Superstar Rajinikanth also expressed his sorrow. Actor Shiva Rajkumar remembered…

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6 study break ideas that recharge the brain without losing momentum

Breaks are crucial for effective learning, contrary to popular belief. Active movement, short naps, restorative microbreaks, nature exposure and mindfulness exercises can significantly improve attention, memory and reduce fatigue. Structured timing methods like Pomodoro and Flowtime also aid self-regulation. Healthy snacks and hydration during study sessions maintain focus. Experiment to find the best combination for…

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University of Chicago freezes PhD admissions, reduces staff and programs to address $288 million budget deficit

The University of Chicago is implementing $100 million in budget cuts due to a $288 million deficit, impacting faculty hiring, PhD program admissions, and research funding. These measures aim to address slowed federal funding, potential enrollment declines, and rising costs. Despite the reductions, the university plans to grow undergraduate enrollment and maintain academic quality through…

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Lakers legend Magic Johnson and wife Cookie celebrate Ted Sarandos after massive Netflix–Warner Bros agreement

Magic Johnson publicly congratulated Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos on the company’s monumental $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. This landmark deal, expected to close in 12-18 months, unites iconic franchises like Game of Thrones and the DC Universe under Netflix’s global umbrella, aiming to amplify strengths and offer expanded content to millions of subscribers…

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