Moving house? How the place you live influences your body weight

A 14-year study revealed that where Australians live significantly impacts their body weight, with local food environments and neighbourhood design playing a crucial role. Researchers found that individuals gradually adopt the weight profile of their new communities, highlighting that approximately 15% of regional weight differences are attributable to location, not just individual factors.

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JAL insolvency: CCI clears Dalmia Bharat’s bid to acquire Jaiprakash Associates; other bidders include Adani, Vedanta, Jindal Power

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved Dalmia Bharat’s proposal to acquire the debt-laden Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL) through the insolvency process. This clearance allows Dalmia Cement to submit its resolution plan for JAL, which faces substantial creditor claims. Other major bidders, including Adani Enterprises, are also participating in the insolvency bidding.

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Ayushamann Khurrana’s ‘Thamma’ crashes by over 60 % on Tuesday to collect just Rs 15 lakh

Ayushmann Khurrana’s ‘Thamma’ experienced a significant box office drop, collecting only Rs 15 lakh on Tuesday, marking its lowest point in a 22-day run. The film is nearing a Rs 131.61 crore total, aiming to become Ayushmann’s second-biggest hit. Meanwhile, the actor gears up for a busy 2026 with multiple releases, including ‘Pati Patni Aur…

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Historic! 10-year-old Indian-origin British chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan beats ex-World Champion GM Mariya Muzychuk

Ten-year-old British chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan achieved a historic victory, defeating former World Champion Grandmaster Mariya Muzychuk at the European Club Cup. This remarkable win, achieved while representing the She Plays to Win Lionesses, highlights Sivanandan’s rapid ascent in the chess world. She continues to break records, solidifying her position as a rising star in…

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Verdict a shot in the arm for ‘real’ Akali Dal

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) secured a significant second position in the Tarn Taran bypoll, challenging rival Akali factions and bolstering Sukhbir Singh Badal’s leadership. This performance strengthens SAD’s standing for potential future alliances, particularly with the BJP, despite past electoral setbacks and ongoing political discussions about the party’s relevance and baggage.

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