A recent study published in The BMJ reveals that consuming French fries three times a week can increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes by 20%. However, replacing French fries with whole grains can lower the risk by 19%. The research emphasizes the importance of considering food preparation methods and choosing healthier carbohydrate sources to…
The US government has shut down for the first time in nearly seven years, as Republicans and Democrats failed to agree on federal funding. This lapse halts “non-essential” functions like visa services and national parks, while essential employees work without pay. The US Embassy in India also announced reduced updates to its X account.
The habit of reading for pleasure is rapidly disappearing among students worldwide. From the US and UK to India, digital distractions, early screen exposure, academic pressures, and eroded family reading routines are replacing books with phones and apps. Research from Stanford and Harvard highlights declining fluency, attention, and critical thinking, underscoring urgent cognitive, social, and…
The US EPA has placed 139 employees on leave after they publicly criticised President Trump’s environmental policies, accusing the administration of deregulation and ignoring scientific consensus. The EPA defended its action, citing a zero-tolerance policy for undermining the administration’s agenda.
What used to be an annual November feature in the pre-pandemic years – a public march to protest against the horrible air quality – returned to Delhi on Sunday level in NCR
The Orissa High Court has fined Utkal University Rs 1 lakh for its “callous” approach in denying compassionate appointment to a deceased employee’s son. The court quashed the university’s rejection order, deeming its reasoning “militantly untenable.” The university was directed to issue the appointment within three weeks, with the Chief Secretary to be informed for…
On India’s 79th Independence Day, Suniel Shetty honored the nation’s protectors, expressing immense pride in being Indian. He shared a video saluting soldiers and highlighting their dedication. Shetty’s recent project includes “Hunter” Season 2, now available on Amazon MX Player, and he’s set to appear in the star-studded “Welcome To The Jungle” and reprise his…
Minneapolis church shooting: Robin Westman’s identity, deranged ‘manifesto’ and Annunciation school connection — 10 things to know
