According to Dr Levine, proper arm placement is needed for the right blood pressure reading. The American Heart Association, says that one must always make sure the arm is supported, relaxed and at heart level, when taking a blood pressure reading. If the arm is not at heart level or is unsupported, gravity and muscle…
On November 18, 2025, astrologer Vishal Bhardwaj reveals specific “power windows” for each zodiac sign. These times offer peak natural strengths and cosmic support for actions like travel, business, communication, and spiritual pursuits, helping individuals align with celestial rhythms for a more harmonious and efficient day.
Padma Lakshmi reignited a debate stating apple pie is not originally American. The apples, crust, and spices are all imports. This dessert became an American symbol through 20th-century culture. Its history shows how foods evolve through mixing and migration. Apple pie is American because people adopted and adapted it, making it part of the national…
A new study in the Journal of Intelligence reveals how parental traits influence gifted children’s cognitive strengths. Maternal conscientiousness linked to children’s perceptual reasoning, while fathers’ short-term memory correlated with working memory. Maternal processing speed proved the strongest predictor of children’s processing speed, suggesting domain-specific influences.
Senator Elizabeth Warren is spearheading a campaign against the potential sale of federal student loans to private firms. Over 40 lawmakers have urged the administration to stop these discussions. They warn of reduced borrower protections and financial losses for taxpayers. The Education Department is exploring options for the loan portfolio’s fiscal health. Past attempts at…
Cheteshwar Pujara rejected the idea that India’s home Test defeat to South Africa was due to a transition phase. He emphasized that with a squad boasting proven first-class talent like Jaiswal and Gill, losing at home indicates deeper issues beyond rebuilding.
Elephants possess extraordinary senses, allowing them to detect approaching rain and storms from up to 150 miles away. Their highly sensitive trunks pick up the scent of rainfall, while their ability to hear infrasound and sense ground vibrations helps them locate storms. These adaptations are crucial for their survival, guiding herds to vital water sources.
Actress Sayantani Ghosh has strongly refuted pregnancy rumors, attributing the speculation to her recent choice of loose clothing. She criticized societal judgment and insensitivity towards women, emphasizing that personal decisions like motherhood are private and should not be dictated by external assumptions or age.
Pat Cummins was appointed SRH captain ahead of IPL 2024, taking over from South Africa’s Aiden Markram after the Australian was signed for a massive Rs 20.50 crore at the 2024 auction, following his success in the World Test Championship and the 2023 ODI World Cup triumph. Before joining SRH, Cummins featured in the IPL…
