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Shami not fully fit yet, ruled out of remaining two Tests in Australia

NEW DELHI: India pacer Mohammed Shami has been ruled out of the last two Tests against Australia as he is yet to regain full fitness, the BCCI said on Monday. Shami, who last played for India in the ODI World Cup final in November, 2023, made a comeback from his right heel surgery during Bengal's Ranji Trophy match against Madhya …

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1 day, 18 hours ago

Breastfeeding and breast cancer: A natural defense you should know about

India Today

Breastfeeding not only nourishes your baby but also offers powerful health benefits for the mother, including reducing the risk of breast cancer. Studies show that breastfeeding lowers breast cancer risk by reducing exposure to estrogen and promoting beneficial changes in breast tissue. Hormonal Changes: Breastfeeding reduces lifetime exposure to hormones like estrogen, which can promote the growth of certain types …

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3 days, 18 hours ago

Smoking increases risk of reproductive issues: study

China Daily

Smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke are tied to increased risk of infertility, miscarriage, low birth weight, preterm delivery and other adverse pregnancy outcomes, according to a recent study by researchers from Tsinghua University. The study found that tobacco use among couples — with wives aged 20 to 49 and either or both partners having a habit of smoking — …

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EU Slaps Meta With Fine Of $263.5 Million For 2018 Security Breach That Affected 29 Million Users

ABP News

Meta has been slapped with a hefty fine of €251 million by the European Union's data privacy watchdog in Ireland. The penalty stems from a 2018 security breach on Facebook that compromised the personal information of 29 million users. Reuters quoted DPC Deputy Commissioner Graham Doyle as saying, “By allowing unauthorised exposure of profile information, the vulnerabilities behind this breach …

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4 days, 18 hours ago

Wood you believe it? Just four fines are issued by councils for illegal burning - despite 100 complaints being made a week

Daily Mail

Complaints to councils over smoke pollution coming from wood burners have rocketed in the past 12 months – but no one has been prosecuted. Trendy open fires have been making a comeback in recent years –with around 10 per cent of households burning wood. Trendy open fires have been making a comeback in recent years –with around 10 per cent …

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4 days, 18 hours ago

India-Japan academic partnership: IIT Bombay and Tohoku University collaborate on research

India Today

IIT Bombay has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Tohoku University, Japan, to launch the IIT Bombay-Tohoku University Joint Academic & Research Programme. The MoU was exchanged by Dr Sharad Kumar Saraf, Chairman of the Board of Governors at IIT Bombay, and Professor Shireesh B Kedare, Director of IIT Bombay, with Professor Teiji Tominaga, President of Tohoku University. Tohoku University …

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4 days, 18 hours ago

China's clean air actions boost life expectancy, report says

China Daily

China reversed a 0.6-year decline in life expectancy from 2013 to 2020 thanks to significant air pollution control measures, a report released on Thursday found. The national average PM2.5 concentration fell from 63 micrograms per cubic meter in 2013 to 33 micrograms in 2020, enabling more than half of the population to breathe air that meets national standards. Improved air …

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Bird Flu triggers state of emergency in California: What's at stake and key details

India Today

California officials have declared a state of emergency over the spread of bird flu, which is tearing through dairy cows in that state and causing sporadic illnesses in people in the U.S. That raises new questions about the virus, which has spread for years in wild birds, commercial poultry and many mammal species. One person in Louisiana has been hospitalized …

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4 days, 23 hours ago

Scientists discover new frightening effect lockdowns and masks had on our bodies

Daily Mail

Scientists have found that lockdowns lead to much higher levels of inflammation in people's bodies. The above picture shows Times Square in New York City during lockdown, on March 24th 2020, back at the start of the Covid pandemic The researchers linked their results to the hygiene hypothesis, or the idea that reduced exposure to pathogens may raise the risk …

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5 days, 7 hours ago

The Study That Called Out Black Plastic Utensils Had a Major Math Error

Wired

Editors of the environmental chemistry journal Chemosphere have posted an eye-catching correction to a study reporting toxic flame retardants from electronics wind up in some household products made of black plastic, including kitchen utensils. Specifically, the authors estimated that if a kitchen utensil contained middling levels of a key toxic flame retardant, the utensil would transfer 34,700 nanograms of the …

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5 days, 18 hours ago

California declares first statewide emergency over bird flu

Politico

But Newsom said the detection on Dec. 12 of the flu to cows in Southern California necessitated “a shift from regional containment to statewide monitoring and response.” This makes California the first state to issue such a sweeping declaration after Colorado announced a targeted emergency in one county, according to Newsom’s Deputy Communications Director Elana Ross. The CDC also on …

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5 days, 18 hours ago

So much sunlight, yet Indians suffer from lack of vitamin D: Why?

India Today

Despite living in a tropical climate, many Indians suffer from a lack of vitamin D. This vitamin is essential for strong bones, as it helps the body absorb calcium. High levels of dust, smog, and smoke block UVB rays—the type of sunlight needed for the skin to make vitamin D. "Even if someone spends time outdoors in polluted cities, the …

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5 days, 18 hours ago

First severe bird flu case in US reported in Louisiana

India Today

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said a person in Louisiana has been hospitalized with a severe case of H5N1 bird flu, the first such case in the United States. Health officials emphasize that bird flu is still mainly an animal health issue, and the risk to the general public remains low. Signs and symptoms of Bird Flu: …

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Britannica Education unveils future of learning in India, discusses role of global exposure for educators

India TV News

New Delhi: Britannica Education hosted its grand launch event in Delhi on December 7, marking a pivotal moment in India's educational landscape. Jorge Cauz, CEO of Encyclopaedia Britannica Group, and Sal De Spirito, Global Executive Vice President at Britannica Education, also addressed the audience, emphasising the global shift towards digital learning and how Britannica Education is at the forefront of …

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Four arrested for robbing students by posing as cops

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Police has arrested four persons for allegedly robbing a group of students at gunpoint by posing as police officers in west Delhi’s in Subhash Nagar area, officials said on Tuesday. “On December 10, six students living in a rented flat in Subhash Nagar were targeted by the accused. Posing as police officers, they accused the students of engaging …

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5 days, 23 hours ago

Mahindra University Launches School of Hospitality Management in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle

HYDERABAD: Mahindra University has launched its School of Hospitality Management in Hyderabad, which is offering a B.Sc in Culinary and Hospitality Management. Applicants with an 80% score in 10+2 across all streams can qualify through either the NCHMCT JEE score or Mahindra University Hospitality Management Entrance Test-2025, followed by an interview. The school has established partnerships with leading global institutions, …

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IMD Predicts Better Weather Conditions for Telangana

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: The India Meteorological Department predicted a gradual rise in minimum temperatures across Hyderabad and Telangana, bringing slight relief from the prevailing winter chill. From a low of 13°C expected on December 18, night-time temperatures are likely to climb steadily to around 19°C by December 23, marking a noticeable improvement after days of cold conditions. While Hyderabad has been relatively …

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Elderly must take precautions during cold weather, say doctors

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad:With a severe drop in temperatures and cold wave conditions persisting across the state, doctors have advised citizens, especially the elderly and children, to observe precautions and protect themselves from the health effects of cold weather. This is a particularly tough time for women, the elderly, and children," said Dr H. Guru Prasad, associate clinical director, internal medicine, CARE Hospitals. …

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Nineties drama star dies aged 67 after brief illness

The Independent

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Diane Delano, known for her roles in the popular Nineties series …

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Diane Delano, Northern Exposure and The Wicker Man actor, passes away at 67

The Hindu

Diane Delano, best known for her role in Northern Exposure, has passed away at the age of 67, People reported. Her agent, Dennis Sevier, confirmed that Delano died at her home in Los Angeles on December 13 following a brief illness. Delano was widely recognised for her roles in film and television, including Sergeant Barbara Semanski on the CBS series …

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6 days, 18 hours ago

A tiny organism is mysteriously repairing its DNA to defy death in Chernobyl

India Today

Microscopic nematodes living in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone have demonstrated remarkable resilience to radiation, showing no signs of genetic damage despite their exposure to one of the most radioactive environments on Earth. This surprising discovery, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, suggests that these tiny worms may possess unique DNA repair mechanisms that could have implications …

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Bridging skill gap: How an engineer built a thriving college ecosystem

India Today

The ever-evolving technology sector demands skilled professionals who can tackle complex challenges, yet a persistent skills gap leaves many young engineers unprepared to meet these demands. This insight became the driving force behind his vision to create accessible, industry-relevant learning opportunities for aspiring engineers “The curriculum at Scaler School of Technology is designed to align closely with industry needs, ensuring …

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From JEE rank 5,83,000 to UPSC engineering AIR 1: Himanshu Thapliyal's journey

India Today

It’s a moment of pride for the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal, as Himanshu Thapliyal, an alumnus of the 2023 MTech batch in Nanotechnology, has secured All India Rank 1 in the prestigious UPSC Engineering Services Examination. NITK gave me exposure, great friendships, and the clarity I needed to move forward.” DREAMING BIG Securing AIR 1 wasn’t just about …

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Delhi’s air quality in ‘severe’ category, minimum temperature hits 5.9 degree Celsius | Know weather forecast

India TV News

On Tuesday morning, the air quality in Delhi remained in the 'critical' range, with the Air Quality Index at 427 and the minimum temperature falling to 5.9 degrees Celsius, two degrees above normal. Air quality reaches hazardous levels Of the 35 air monitoring stations in the capital, 28 recorded air quality in the 'severe' category, with some stations at AQI …

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Shami not fully fit yet, ruled out of remaining two Tests in Australia

Breastfeeding and breast cancer: A natural defense you should know about

Smoking increases risk of reproductive issues: study

EU Slaps Meta With Fine Of $263.5 Million For 2018 Security Breach That Affected 29 Million Users

Wood you believe it? Just four fines are issued by councils for illegal burning - despite 100 complaints being made a week

India-Japan academic partnership: IIT Bombay and Tohoku University collaborate on research

China's clean air actions boost life expectancy, report says

Bird Flu triggers state of emergency in California: What's at stake and key details

Scientists discover new frightening effect lockdowns and masks had on our bodies

The Study That Called Out Black Plastic Utensils Had a Major Math Error

California declares first statewide emergency over bird flu

So much sunlight, yet Indians suffer from lack of vitamin D: Why?

First severe bird flu case in US reported in Louisiana

Britannica Education unveils future of learning in India, discusses role of global exposure for educators

Four arrested for robbing students by posing as cops

Mahindra University Launches School of Hospitality Management in Hyderabad

IMD Predicts Better Weather Conditions for Telangana

Elderly must take precautions during cold weather, say doctors

Nineties drama star dies aged 67 after brief illness

Diane Delano, Northern Exposure and The Wicker Man actor, passes away at 67

A tiny organism is mysteriously repairing its DNA to defy death in Chernobyl

Bridging skill gap: How an engineer built a thriving college ecosystem

From JEE rank 5,83,000 to UPSC engineering AIR 1: Himanshu Thapliyal's journey

Delhi’s air quality in ‘severe’ category, minimum temperature hits 5.9 degree Celsius | Know weather forecast