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When you don't feel what you meanThermometers can often misrepresent temperature, overlooking humidity's impact on our comfort. The 'feels-like' temperature or heat index m...
Quote of the Day by Carl Jung: ‘Children are educated by what the grown-up is and not…’ Swiss psychologist on learning and human developmentQuote of the Day by Carl Jung: Renowned psychologist Carl Jung, born in Switzerland, profoundly shaped our understanding of the human mind ...
Venezuela earthquakes kill nearly 1,000, tens of thousands missingThe death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela rose Friday to 920, with tens of thousands reported missing as international rescue teams...
UN seeks independent investigation into ICE detention deathsThe UN is demanding independent probes into dozens of deaths in US immigration detention since last year, citing a surge in fatalities unde...
How does a single cell build a 170 billion-cell brain? Scientists discover the astonishing blueprint behind how the human brain builds itselfScientists have uncovered a surprising principle behind the brain's intricate development from a single cell. Researchers propose that cell...
Building resilient supply chains through an India-Chile partnershipChile, a major global player in critical minerals like copper and lithium, presents a compelling strategic alliance opportunity for India. ...
US proposes to drop brake pedal requirements for self-driving vehiclesUS regulators are proposing to remove the mandatory manual brake pedal requirement for self-driving cars, aiming to accelerate their deploy...
After quakes, Venezuela must unblock social media access: UN expertsUN experts are urging Venezuela to immediately restore access to social media and news outlets following devastating twin earthquakes. The ...
India takes on Pakistan at UN, says J&K country's internal matterAt the meeting on 'Bridging the Implementation Gap: Security Council Resolutions and Maintenance of International Peace and Security', Indi...
Quote of the Day by Harper Lee: “You can't really get to know a person until you get in their… – Inspiring lessons on empathy, understanding, compassion, perception and why there are two sides to every story by the American novelist known for her deep insights into human nature and justiceQuote of the Day by Harper Lee: Harper Lee’s quote, “You can't really get to know a person until you get in their shoes and walk around in ...
Best quote of the day by Russian psychologist Lev Vygotsky: 'What a child can do in cooperation today, he can do...' - the Sociocultural Theory of Cognitive Development pioneer's insight on learning could change how you raise and teach childrenBest quote of the day by Lev Vygotsky: Psychologist Lev Vygotsky emphasized that learning is a social endeavor, not a solitary one. He posi...
UN chief ups climate pitch, targets fossil fuels and AIAcknowledging that temperature increases will breach the 1.5C guardrail, Guterres focused on the need to take measures to ensure that the r...
India’s next big challenge: From welfare delivery to human developmentThe National Family Health Survey 2023-24 reveals India's success in expanding welfare delivery and essential service access, reaching near...
UN chief calls on AI firms to come clean on environmental costsThe rapid development of data centres globally to fuel the AI revolution has drawn scrutiny from environmental groups for their high energy...
Mexico, Italy, others see up to two more months of heat stress than in 1970s: ReportGlobal heat stress is intensifying, with regions like Mexico and Kenya experiencing one to two extra months of dangerous heat annually. New...
North Korea's Kim vows to accelerate military buildup: KCNANorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to accelerate the country's military buildup at a party meeting, state media reported Tuesday, citing...
India’s biggest equity fund makes contrarian bet on IT stocksIndia’s largest actively managed equity fund, PPFAS Flexi Cap, is increasing exposure to beaten-down IT stocks, taking a contrarian view on...
Green residential developments can reduce water consumption by 30-50%: ReportIndia's burgeoning green building sector faces a transparency gap, hindering homebuyers' ability to assess sustainability. To address this,...
UN Human Rights Council urged to act against apostasy and blasphemy executionsA global rights group, Jubilee Campaign, has urged nations to abolish death penalty laws for apostasy and blasphemy, citing violations of f...
From its deep roots in ancient India, yoga has become truly universal: GuterresThe United Nations celebrated the International Day of Yoga with a focus on healthy aging. UN chief Antonio Guterres emphasised yoga's univ...