The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation has pledged $50 million to support Atlanta’s historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), providing “gap scholarships” to students nearing graduation who have exhausted other financial aid. The decade-long initiative aims to boost graduation rates, promote social mobility, and ensure that financial hardship does not hinder academic success, reinforcing the…
New brain cells grow in adults through exercise. Studies show specific activities like dual-task walking, resistance training, and leg exercises boost brain health. These exercises increase vital brain factors and blood supply. They also reduce inflammation. Incorporating these into your routine trains your body and brain for better memory and overall neuroplasticity.
Today, you might feel in an in-between stage, neither at your peak nor at your lowest, across love, career, and finances. This period of balance and preparation is crucial for growth, urging patience and self-compassion. Recognize your progress and trust that this pause is shaping your path toward future achievements.
A nursing home operator in Jehanabad was found murdered with his throat slit, allegedly due to a love affair. His family suspects a nurse, with whom he was reportedly involved, orchestrated the killing after learning of his upcoming wedding. Police have taken the nurse and another staff member into custody for questioning.
Niti Aayog urges a swift upgrade and expansion of India’s fishing fleet, coupled with improved market access, to bolster the nation’s blue economy. The think-tank also advocates for enhanced monitoring and capacity building in fisheries, emphasizing sustainable practices and addressing infrastructure needs to unlock the vast potential of India’s maritime resources and boost exports.
Papon captivated Mumbai at the NCPA with his ‘Shaam-E-Mehfil’ performance, blending ghazals, nazms, and originals. The soul-stirring evening featured renditions of classics like ‘Kaun Kehta Hai’ and ‘Aaj Jaane Ki Zid Na Karo’, leaving the audience mesmerized and united by music.
Today’s energy encourages a gentle approach, emphasizing steady, calm decisions over bold moves. Focus on small choices that bring peace and direction, whether in love, career, finances, or health. True strength and lasting success are found in quiet alignment and consistent, peaceful actions.
Bengaluru’s Durga Puja celebrations saw Barsha Bengali Association clinch The Award of Excellence for their Yakshagana-inspired pandal, Chitragana. Other accolades included RT Nagar Bengali Socio-cultural Trust for ‘Theme’ and ‘Cultural Programme’, PBCA for ‘Best Idol’, and ECCA for ‘Sabeki Pujo’. Maitree Bandhan recognized diverse talents across various categories.
Veteran actor Annu Kapoor clarified his past remarks about Priyanka Chopra refusing a kissing scene in ‘7 Khoon Maaf’, stating the controversy was overblown. He explained he treated Chopra like a daughter due to his bond with her father and requested the scene’s removal when she appeared uncomfortable. Kapoor believes the industry dynamics shift once…
A lab attendant at AIIMS Bhubaneswar was fatally shot by his cousin over a long-standing property dispute. The victim, Sudhansu Khuntia, was ambushed and shot twice before being killed at close range in public view. Police are searching for the accused cousin and an accomplice, while detaining family members for questioning.
