Covid-19 testing is no longer mandatory for most organ transplant donors and recipients, except for lung transplants. This change aims to reduce organ wastage, as waiting for results previously delayed allocations. The decision reflects declining Covid-19 cases and evidence that vaccination status doesn’t impact transplant outcomes.
Longtime Laney College athletic director and “Last Chance U” star John Beam was shot on campus Thursday, prompting a lockdown and widespread concern. The 66-year-old coaching legend, known for his mentorship and success, is the subject of an ongoing investigation. Authorities are seeking a suspect described as a male in dark clothing.
Filmmaker Ramesh Sippy revealed Dharmendra’s courage in accepting a female-led role in ‘Seeta Aur Geeta,’ a film where Hema Malini played a double role. Sippy opted against approaching Rajesh Khanna due to his superstardom. Sanjeev Kumar was also cast, with both male leads reportedly having feelings for Malini, whose mother opposed her marriage to Kumar….
Children’s Day in India, celebrated on November 14th, honors Jawaharlal Nehru and the spirit of childhood. Families are now using AI tools like Google Gemini to create personalized portraits, adding a modern touch to traditional festivities. Parents can generate unique artworks by using specific prompts, making the occasion more memorable.
A leopard attacked a safari bus at Bannerughatta Biological Park, injuring a tourist. Authorities have indefinitely suspended non-AC bus safaris for a safety review. This marks the second leopard-related incident in three months, prompting renewed concerns about visitor safety within the enclosure.
A Chinese state-sponsored hacker group exploited Anthropic’s Claude AI for a major cyber espionage campaign. The attackers used the AI’s autonomous capabilities to infiltrate systems of over 30 global targets. They harvested credentials and exfiltrated sensitive data. This marks a significant shift in cyberattack execution, with AI performing most of the tasks.
Rashmika Mandanna and Rahul Ravindran’s ‘The Girlfriend’ is a runaway success, exceeding expectations in North America and India. The film has already crossed USD 600,000 in its first week and is projected to hit USD 1 million. In India, it has garnered over Rs 11 crore, a significant achievement for a female-led Telugu film, showcasing…
Medical bodies are taking a firm stance following alleged doctor involvement in the Red Fort Blast. The National Medical Commission plans to suspend accused doctors pending investigation, promising strict action. The Indian Medical Association condemned the act, emphasizing doctors’ commitment to public service and calling for severe penalties if guilt is proven.
Maithili Thakur, renowned for her Maithili folk and Indian classical music, is contesting the Alinagar seat in Bihar on a BJP ticket. Early counting shows her leading with 11,082 votes against RJD’s Binod Mishra. Born in Madhubani and trained in music from a young age, Thakur balanced academics with her singing career, graduating in 2022…
Young delegates discuss climate, equality and global cooperation while building confidence, awareness and teamwork through MUN sessions.
