Saturday, 31 October 2020

Pandemic reinvents holiday hiring for retailers

The push to hire temporary workers has begun in earnest this holiday season — in some cases, weeks earlier than last year. But the pandemic has reshaped the kinds of jobs retailers are recruiting for.

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Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for November 1-7, what's in store for...

Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for November 1-7. What do the cards have in store for Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius and other zodiac signs for this week.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for November 1, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for November 1, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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Greece tightens restrictions, shuts cafes, cinemas, gyms, as coronavirus spreads

Greece will shut down restaurants, bars, cafes, cinemas and gyms across a large part of the country, including the capital Athens, after a surge in coronavirus cases.

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Pakistan issues new travel advisory amid surge in Covid-19 cases globally

Authorities in Pakistan have issued a new travel advisory, reducing from 30 to 22 the number of countries from where passengers will be allowed to enter without a coronavirus test following a surge in Covid-19 cases globally.

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Huge crowd joins LGBT Pride march in Taiwan, where Covid-19 is at bay

A huge and festive crowd marched in Taiwan’s capital on Saturday in an annual LGBT Pride event. Turnout was down from last year, but organizers said it still topped 100,000 on a mostly sunny day in Taipei.

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Coronavirus pandemic: WHO expert says Covid-19 tests should play bigger role in...

Covid tests should be more widely used in international travel than quarantines, the chair of the World Health Organization’s Emergency Committee, Didier Houssin, said on Friday

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Children with asymptomatic brain bleeds as newborns show normal brain development...

UNC researchers published unexpected and surprising results from a study based on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of newborn brains.

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RIP Sean Connery: James Bond star and former sexiest man alive dies at 90

Sean Connery, the Scottish-born actor who was the first to utter the famous movie line, “the name’s Bond, James Bond,” has died. He was 90.

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Halloween 2020 coronavirus edition: The year of all tricks and no treats

Each year on October 31, people of all ages go trick or treating, dress up as their favourite characters from popular media, carve pumpkins into jack-o’-lanterns and prank their friends. But this year, it seems that nature has pulled the perfect prank on all of humanity collectively.

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Diet Sabya calls outs H&M India's Diwali ad starring Tamannaah Bhatia, Vikrant Massey,...

H&M India’s ad for the end-of-the-year festive season starring Sobhita Dhulipala, Tamannaah Bhatia, Vikrant Massey, Arjun Mathur, Radhika Madan, Karan Tacker takes you through your own journey during the coronavirus lockdown. Unfortunately, parts of the ad are copied from Karman Verdi’s 2020 artwork about his time during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Friday, 30 October 2020

Sans gala or red carpet, a stylish fashion show at the Metropolitan Museum

The annual hoopla around the celebrity-studded Met Gala is so intense, it’s often forgotten who the real star is: the fashion exhibit inside. This year, it’s the only star. A stylish Costume Institute show at the Metropolitan Museum has opened, six months behind schedule.

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Halloween 2020: History, significance and celebrations around the world

Halloween 2020: Also known as All Hallows’ Eve is an annual celebration of all things spooky and fear inducing that takes place on October 31.

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'Astro-stays' bring tourists and solar power to Himalayan villages

An Indian social business that leads Himalayan treks to set up solar micro-grids in remote mountain villages plans to expand its clean-energy work to other countries facing similar challenges, after winning a United Nations climate award.

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People expect tech to tell mood of colleague, improve taste of food by 2030: Re...

A large number of employees expect that technology will enable people to sense the mood of their colleagues, improve the taste of canteen food and other senses by 2030, according to a report released by Ericsson on Thursday.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 31, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 31.

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Tech-savvy women could beat Covid-19 job blues in the Arab world

As Covid-19 swells the ranks of unemployed women in the Arab world, surging demand for digital skills could help many of them find work in a region where only one in four women has a job.

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Following Covid-19 protocols, visitors return to Bhubaneswar's Nandankanan Zoological...

The footfall at Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar is seeing a steady increase, after almost a month since it opened for the general public on October 4, with Covid-19 restrictions in place.

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How does the coronavirus affect the heart?

How does Covid-19 affect the heart? Even though it’s known as a respiratory virus, doctors believe the coronavirus can directly infect the heart muscle and cause other problems leading to heart damage.

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Spain's Canary Islands impose negative Covid-19 test rule for tourists

Spain’s Canary Islands have passed a law obliging tourists visiting the archipelago’s hotels to present a negative Covid-19 test result as part of efforts to prevent imported infections.

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Life Hacks by Charles Assisi: What is your plan for your one precious life?

We spend far too much time on tasks that are urgent but not important. Flip that around and ask yourself, what do I want to go big on?

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A trans movement: Artists of the Aravani collective shift from murals to canvas

The Bengaluru-based group, which used to paint on public walls, has reinvented in the pandemic. Their art is now on canvas, vibrant portraits of people from the community, sold via social media.

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Taiwanese indigenous drag queens fight stigma one wig at a time

At a rowdy gay bar in Taipei, 28-year old Vilian ends a Friday night drag show by putting on a traditional tribal tunic over his white silk negligee and dancing to an aboriginal song that has become a rallying call for Taiwan’s indigenous minority.

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Yishun: In safe Singapore's 'cursed' town, ghosts and odd happenings

Yishun, an area little visited by tourists, has developed a reputation for criminal, strange and sometimes supernatural events in one of the world’s safest cities.

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While we're streaming, these actors are going against the flow: Anupama Chopra

In Bollywood they might have had to play to type. But web series let talented actors make unpredictable choices, and the results are sheer magic.

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Hockney masterpiece goes on view ahead of auction

Billed as the “most important David Hockney landscape to ever appear at auction”, the British artist’s “Nichols Canyon” went on view in London on Thursday ahead of its sale.

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Decision conflict before cancer surgery correlates with lower activity after surgery:...

Nearly one-third of cancer patients who decide to undergo surgery for their condition may have second thoughts, and this decision conflict may lead to less favourable treatment outcomes in both near and long term.

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Positive outlook predicts less memory decline, finds study

A new study published in the journal of Psychological Science found that people who feel enthusiastic and cheerful -- what psychologists call “positive affect” -- are less likely to experience memory decline as they age.

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Brooklyn museum reaps $19.9 million from Sotheby's art sale

An assortment of works from the Brooklyn Museum generated $19.9 million at Sotheby’s Wednesday sale, led by a mid-century dining table and a Claude Monet landscape.

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Moment of pride for India: Ajanta Caves' deposit being preserved for eternity

A team of members from the data preservation facility - Arctic World Archive has initiated the deposit of India’s ancient historical site --Ajanta Caves --which will be digitised and restored for eternity.

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Thursday, 29 October 2020

Study shows Covid-19 risk to firefighters, emergency medical workers in New York...

Firefighters and emergency medical workers in New York City were 15 times more likely to be infected during the first wave of the Covid-19 pandemic compared to the general public.

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As winter approaches, tourists flock to hilly areas in Nepal

As winter approaches, tourists have begun to flock to hilly regions of Nepal such as Dorje Lakpa and Jugal Himal on the outskirts of Kathmandu.

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Two same-sex couples in military marry in first for Taiwan

Two lesbian couples tied the knot in a mass wedding held by Taiwan’s military on Friday in a historic celebration with their peers.

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Thailand protesters take to street to mock fashion show

Pro-democracy demonstrators in Thailand returned Thursday to the capital’s business district to bring attention to their contention that the country’s monarchy holds too much power and influence.

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Japan eases travel curbs for China, eight others

Japan has eased travel curbs for China, Australia, South Korea and six other countries and regions.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 30, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 30, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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The Taste with Vir: It's stupid to say the terror attack in France was not motivated...

In this week’s The Taste, Vir Sanghvi writes about the religion of terror, “Gandhiji was assassinated by a Hindu. That does not make all Hindus evil. In the Middle East, more Muslims die every week at the hands of other Muslims than have died in France all of this year. We don’t deny that the murderers were fundamentalists --- or that they claimed to be acting in the name of their religion.”

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Here's how workplace interruptions lead to physical stress, exhaustion

If this stress becomes chronic, it can lead to states of exhaustion that have a negative impact on public health and carry a significant economic cost.

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Wednesday, 28 October 2020

Coronavirus pandemic | Cognitive disorders linked to severe Covid-19 risk: Study

Dementia and other cognitive disorders are likely to be risk factors for developing severe Covid-19, according to research from the University of Georgia. The findings highlight the need for special care for populations with these pre-existing conditions during the pandemic.

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Here's how loneliness, social isolation increases risk of high blood pressure, hypertension...

A recent study has found that social isolation affects the health of men and women in different ways--including placing women at higher risk of high blood pressure.

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Antilia, Mannat, Jalsa: From Mukesh Ambani to Shah Rukh Khan, here's who owns the...

From Mukesh Ambani’s towering $2 billion (approximately Rs 15,000 crores) home, Antilia, in town to Shah Rukh Khan’s sea-facing Rs 200 crore bungalow, Mannat, in the suburbs, here are the most expensive homes owned by the who’s-who of Mumbai. Read on.

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UK vaccine chief says impact of early Covid-19 jabs may be limited

There is no clinically proven vaccine against the coronavirus, though nearly 200 candidates are in development worldwide, and late-stage trial results are expected for the first of them by the end of 2020.

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Woman's suicide prompts Indian state to mull LGBT+ conversion therapy ban

Kerala could become the first state in India to make it illegal for health care professionals or religious leaders to try to alter people’s sexual orientation or gender identity through such treatments, which have no scientific backing.

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80 per cent Covid-19 patients in Spanish study had vitamin D deficiency

A study of over 200 Covid-19 cases in a hospital in Spain found that about 80 per cent patients had vitamin D deficiency.

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Asia's aspiring 'green-collar' workers hope for jobs in Covid recovery

A Singapore-based website tapping into the growing demand for environmentally careers in Asia is hoping it would be the link to “meaningful” employments.

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Anti-firecracker campaign to be launched in Delhi from November 3: Gopal Rai

Ahead of Diwali festival, the Delhi government will launch an anti-firecracker campaign from November 3, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Wednesday.

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Japan to extend domestic travel discount campaign beyond January - Yomiuri

Japan’s government will extend a campaign to revive the country’s tourism industry with travel discounts beyond the end of January.

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Arts have the possibility to create a climate of sensitivity: Shabana Azmi

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi says she is an optimist by nature and believes art can nurture a “climate of sensitivity” which in turn can spur societal change.

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Singapore expands list of travellers able to isolate at home

Singapore will allow travellers from more countries to spend their mandatory 14-day isolation period upon arrival in the city at their place of residence from November, the Ministry of Health said in a statement.

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32% genetic variants unique in Indian sequences as compared to global genomes: ...

Thirty-two genetic variants are unique in Indian sequences as compared to global genomes, a study by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has found.

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Indian outfit wins UN award for efforts to combat climate change amid Covid-19

An Indian organisation that leverages tourism and technology to help remote communities access solar energy has won a prestigious UN award for its efforts to combat climate change amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Indonesia says 'Jurassic Park' project no threat to Komodo dragon

Indonesia’s environment ministry on Tuesday sought to calm outrage over construction of an island tourism project being dubbed “Jurassic Park”, after an image went viral on social media of a Komodo dragon facing off with a big truck.

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Artificially sweetened drinks may not be healthier than sugary drinks, linked with...

Sugary drinks and artificially sweetened beverages are associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, which suggests artificially sweetened beverages may not be the healthy alternative they are often claimed to be, according to a research letter.

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Music, dance can provide relief from anxiety caused by Covid-19 pandemic: VP Na...

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday said that music and dance can provide relief from the anxiety caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Melbourne opens up dining, shopping as four month virus lockdown lifted

Melbourne’s shops, restaurants and hotels opened for business on Wednesday after a four month coronavirus lockdown.

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Daniel Menaker, award-winning author and editor, dead at 79

Daniel Menaker, an award-winning author of fiction and nonfiction and a longtime editor at The New Yorker and Random House who worked with Alice Munro, Salman Rushdie, Colum McCann and many others, has died at age 79.

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Tuesday, 27 October 2020

Increasing pollution levels may lead to increased Covid-19 cases in Delhi, adjoining...

Air quality deteriorates in the national capital with the rise of pollutants in the atmosphere and overall Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) is in the “very poor” category, said the Delhi Pollution Control Committee data on Tuesday

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Dubai airport, world's busiest for international travel, preps for possible 'slow'...

Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest for international travel, is getting busier. But it’s a long way from what it once was amid the coronavirus pandemic as it prepares for a possible ”extended, slow recovery,” said its CEO.

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Family structure impacts onset of puberty in girls, linked with mental and emotional...

Girls who do not live with both parents from birth to age two may be at higher risk of starting puberty at a younger age than girls living with both parents, suggests recent research.

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'Very Nice!' - Kazakhstan taps new Borat movie to woo tourists amid coronavirus...

Ridiculed once again in a film featuring fictional Kazakh journalist Borat Sagdiyev, the ex-Soviet state of Kazakhstan has embraced the joke this time round and adopted Borat’s catch phrase to try to attract tourists.

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Author Mohammad Hanif explains how Army generals turned Pakistan into an 'international...

The Pakistan Army has cultivated the image of 180 million people of Pakistan with nuclear devices strapped to their collective body threatening to take the world down with it, said Pakistani author Mohammad Hanif.

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Centuries-old Netherlands-India textile tradition revived with cotton printing studio...

The opening of a cotton printing studio in the city of Amersfoort in the Netherlands has revived the centuries-old textile tradition with India, according to an official statement on Tuesday.

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Machu Picchu: Peru's Incan citadel reopening Sunday after coronavirus pandemic ...

Except workers repairing roads and signs, Peru’s majestic Incan citadel of Machu Picchu is eerily empty ahead of its reopening Sunday after seven months of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Females clear asymptomatic malaria infection faster than males: Study

A recent study revealed that females are able to clear asymptomatic malaria infections at a faster rate than their male counterparts.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 28, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 28, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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Coolie No 1 promotions: Sara Ali Khan 'thinks pink' in fuchsia one-sleeved snake...

Sara Ali Khan stepped out looking stunning in a one-sleeved fuchsia pink jumpsuit by Flor et al, she had her hair up in a pony tail and wore floral stilettos with her outfit. Her co-star Varun Dhawan was dressed in all black.

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WHO says Europe can still avert national lockdowns

The World Health Organization said Europe might still be able to avert a return to full national lockdowns even as a resurgent coronavirus rages across the continent.

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Japan's new climate pledge faces a massive hurdle

Japan will need to more than quadruple the pace at which it shuts down coal plants and rapidly ramp up renewable energy capacity over the next decade to meet its new climate pledge to zero out emissions by 2050.

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Hyderabad Airport introduces E-boarding facility for international passengers

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport here has started rolling out end-to-end paperless E- boarding facility for international flights, becoming the first airport in India to do so.

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Low-key Bijoya Dashami celebrations in Bengal

The five-day Durga Puja festivities in Bengal came to an end on Monday, albeit colourful processions, which usually mark the occasion, were largely missing from the city streets.

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Israeli museum plans to sell off rare Islamic antiquities

A museum in Israel has sparked outrage with plans to sell dozens of rare Islamic antiquities, including centuries-old carpets, armaments and ceramics from across the Middle East, at a public auction.

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Mommy-to-be Kareena Kapoor Khan flaunts baby bump, twins with sister Karisma Kapoor...

Sisters duo Kareena Kapoor Khan and Karisma Kapoor were spotted shooting for a joint project - in matching grey turtle-necks - in the balcony of Kareena’s home with husband Saif Ali Khan in Mumbai’s Bandra area.

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Wanderlust guaranteed! Harry Styles' drives around Amalfi coast in Golden music...

In some shots of the music video for Golden, Harry Styles is seen in a turquoise blazer and patterned collar shirt paired with bell bottom pants. In others, he is caught in a barely buttoned white top and tan shorts, but ultimately, the star ditched the shirts altogether exposing his heavily tattooed torso.

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Study focuses on new insights into a potential target for autoimmune disease

New findings from a multi-institutional team suggest that targeting the molecule DEL-1 could be an effective way to treat conditions where taming an inflammatory or autoimmune response is desired.

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Exposure to air pollution increases Covid-19 deaths by 15% worldwide: Study

Long-term exposure to air pollution has been linked to an increased risk of dying from Covid-19 and, for the first time, a study has estimated the proportion of deaths from the coronavirus that could be attributed to the exacerbating effects of air pollution for every country in the world.

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Here's why most dentists have experienced aggression from patients

Roughly half of U.S. dentists experienced verbal or reputational aggression by patients in the past year, and nearly one in four endured physical aggression, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU College of Dentistry.

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Poet Nityananda Nayak honoured with Sarala Puraskar

Noted Odia poet Nityananda Nayak was honoured with the prestigious Sarala Puraskar on Monday for his contribution to literature.

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'Daily dose of reality, made fashion', says Sonam Kapoor Ahuja as she practises...

Sonam Kapoor is enjoying some down time in her gorgeous pajama sets by Dandelion Dreams. The pyjama brand owned by Samyukta Nair is a celebrity favourite and Bollywood actors including Alia Bhatt, Anushka Sharma and Athiya Shetty.

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Scientists find water on sunlit surface of Moon

Scientists have confirmed, for the first time, the presence of water on the sunlit surface of the Moon, a discovery which indicates that water molecules may be distributed across the lunar surface.

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Monday, 26 October 2020

World-famous Dudhwa Tiger Reserve to reopen on November 1 in bid to boost Uttar...

Normally, the tourist season in Dudhwa starts on November 15 and concludes on June 15 every year. Due to the unprecedented situation following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, Dudhwa had to be closed mid-session on March 22.

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Keeping girls in school seen worth billions to developing nations like India, could...

Making sure all girls are finishing secondary education by 2030 could boost the gross domestic product (GDP) of developing countries by 10% on average over the next decade, a report said on Tuesday.

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Male government employees now entitled for child care leave

Over the reforms brought by the Department of Personnel and Training, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Monday said that the male employees of the government are also now entitled to Child Care Leave.

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Deep Se Sahayog Tak: Chandigarh-based group raises money for underprivileged children's...

Motivating others to reduce and recycle waste materials, a Chandigarh-based group has come up with ‘Deep Se Sahayog Tak’ project under which they have reused discarded earthen lamps to raise money for children’s education.

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Here's how air pollution, green spaces, built environment characteristics influence...

Exposure to higher air pollution levels and greater population density during the early months of life may be associated with an increase in children’s body mass index (BMI).

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Sex, bonding or 'auditory cheesecake'? New evolutionary theory delves into origins...

Love is not the reason why we sing and create symphonies--at least not the primary reason, according to a new evolutionary theory of the origins of music.

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Coronavirus pandemic: New evidence of waning antibody immunity to Covid-19 over...

Antibodies against the novel coronavirus declined rapidly in the British population during the summer, a study found on Tuesday, suggesting protection after infection may not be long lasting and raising the prospect of waning immunity in the community.

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Packed bars and mask-less catwalks: With Covid-19 curbs fading, China's consumers...

Over the weekend, crowds packed a former industrial warehouse in Beijing as the China Fashion Week got underway, with models strutting mask-less on a square runway and guests oblivious to social distancing norms.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 27, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 27.

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Indian scientists develop novel drug delivery method to cut side effects of arthritis...

Indian scientists have given a new lease of life to the arthritis medicine sulfapyridine by employing an innovative drug delivery method to remove its side effects.

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Serbia to become one of world's most gender-balanced governments

Serbia’s proposed new-look government is among the world’s most gender balanced, with women named to half of ministerial posts.

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Covid-19 pandemic deals body blow to quant models, study shows

The coronavirus pandemic has dealt a body blow to the quantitative model-based style of investing, with a majority of the firms using such strategies negatively impacted, a study by Refinitiv has found.

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Indian, Pakistani women diagnosed with more aggressive breast cancer at younger...

Indian and Pakistani women are diagnosed with breast cancer, including more aggressive forms, at a younger age.

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UK doctors demand free meals for kids as Covid fuels hunger

Pediatricians are urging the British government to reverse course and provide free meals for poor children during school holidays as the Covid-19 pandemic pushes more families into poverty.

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Singaporeans stuck on island seek private jets, daycations

Whether it’s chartering a private jet for a flight to nowhere or hiring a luxury yacht, some in Singapore are going to extraordinary lengths to cure the cabin fever that’s set in as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Lower rate of cancer related death noticed in women taking cholesterol medicati...

Among women with breast cancer, colorectal cancer, or melanoma, those who were taking cholesterol-lowering medications, were less likely to die from cancer.

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Wheels up for trip to India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Indonesia: Pompeo

US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo on Sunday boarded the flight for the trip to India for the third edition of the two-plus-two ministerial dialogue, that begins in New Delhi.

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Sunday, 25 October 2020

Women, Men show distinct symptoms, brain features of PTSD, alcohol use disorder

Researchers found that men and women each exhibit distinct symptoms and brain features of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol use disorder.

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Revised Chinese law sparks debate on sexuality education

The National People’s Congress Standing Committee declared that schools, including kindergartens, should conduct “age-appropriate sex education for minors, increasing their awareness and ability to protect themselves against sexual abuse and sexual harassment.”

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 26, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 26, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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How to have a Covid-safe holiday season

The bad news about the upcoming holiday season is that traditional meals and parties — involving indoor settings, poor ventilation, and prolonged, close contact — are the biggest risk factors for spreading Covid-19.

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Severe Covid-19 symptoms may prolong for 20 days, suggests study

Researchers suggested that people who show severe Covid-19 infection might shed the virus and hence be infectious for as long as 20 days.

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Study reveals about 60 per cent cancer patients do not respond effectively to chemotherapy...

Nearly 60 per cent of all cancer patients do not respond effectively to chemotherapy treatments, as estimated by scientists from Purdue University.

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Momsoon, Monte Carlo partner for maternity wear winter collection

Maternity clothing start-up Momsoon on Saturday said it has partnered Monte Carlo to launch a winter collection for maternity wear.

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Fashion of the '70s signifies freedom: Masaba Gupta on her Lakme Fashion Week c...

Fashion designer Masaba Gupta believes the time period of 1970s continues to have an impact on pop culture as the era was devoid of any creative influences with everyone expressing themselves freely.

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Study suggests that cannabis can reduce OCD symptoms by half in short term

A new Washington State University study suggests that people with obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, report that the severity of their symptoms was reduced by about half within four hours of smoking cannabis.

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Indian dance protégé begins London ballet lessons amid lockdown

The ballet protégé, Kamal Singh completed his first two weeks of lessons, which involve training with a face mask amid strict Covid-19 lockdown restrictions for artists, but he says he is loving every minute of it.

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Melbourne holds off on easing amid new outbreak

A Covid-19 outbreak in the north of Melbourne has led health authorities in Australia’s Victoria state to hold off on any further easing of restrictions in the beleaguered city.

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Delhi airport to soon start Covid-19 testing for international departures

International passengers taking their flights from the Delhi airport will soon be able to get themselves tested for Covid-19 right before their departure.

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Happy Dussehra 2020: SMS, GIFs, WhatsApp messages and Facebook statuses to share...

Happy Dussehra 2020: Share these wishes, quotes, Facebook and WhatsApp messages with family and friends to join in the celebration of Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana.

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Saturday, 24 October 2020

Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for October 25-31, what's in store...

Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for October 25-31. What do the cards have in store for Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius and other zodiac signs for this week.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 25, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 25.

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Dashmi 2020: History, significance, date and time of Vijayadashmi

Dashmi 2020: Dashmi, Dussehra or Vijayadashami is observed on the tenth day of the Hindu calendar month of Ashwin and marks the end of both Durga Puja and Navratri festival.

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The Taste with Vir: Borat, Giuliani and Trump's idea of filth

In this week’s The Taste, Vir Sanghvi makes comparisons between the Borat film by Sacha Baron Cohen and the final Presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, writing, “Like (Rud0) Giuliani in the Borat film, many of Trump’s Indian fans will be left adjusting their trousers. (Or at least, that’s what they will claim they were doing.)”

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Coronavirus: Wildfire smoke may help coronavirus spread, mouthwash helps curb it

The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for Covid-19, the illness caused by the virus.

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Here's the science behind happiness and the evolution of brain size

In search of the causes underlying neocortex expansion, researchers at the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics in Dresden, together with colleagues at the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Dresden, previously identified a number of molecular players.

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PTSD, alcohol abuse go hand-in-hand, but males and females exhibit symptoms differently:...

Through intricate experiments designed to account for sex-specific differences, scientists have collaborated to zero in on certain changes in the brain that may be responsible for driving alcohol abuse among people with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD.

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Punta del Este: Uruguay, South America's posh summer hotspot to stay closed on ...

One of South America’s top summer destinations will remain shut to foreign tourists this summer. Uruguay, home to luxury beach resort Punta del Este, will keep international borders closed this summer, President Luis Lacalle Pou said late Thursday.

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Friday, 23 October 2020

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 24, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 22, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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Coronavirus pandemic: Covid-19 anxiety linked to body image issues, finds study

Anxiety and stress directly linked to Covid-19 could be causing a number of body image issues amongst women and men, suggest the findings of a new study.

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Researchers discover molecular link between diet, risk of cancer

An international team of researchers has identified a direct molecular link between meat and dairy diets and the development of antibodies in the blood that increase the chances of developing cancer.

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Are you six degrees away from catching the coronavirus?

You don’t know where your friend’s friend has been, and other theories that link all the humans on this planet of 7.8 billion.

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A Mumbai theatre troupe ropes in the pandemic audience, gets moving

The Company Theatre is holding socially distanced, open-air stagings where viewers can opt to participate by sipping tea, helping plant a tree, stepping into a lake.

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#Farmstagram is offering trapped urban Indians some peas and quiet

Why doomscroll when you can stroll through Instagram accounts that offer lush landscapes, fresh produce and a sense of escape.

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Asymptomatic children have low coronavirus levels compared to those with symptoms,...

An analysis of over 800 paediatric cases of the novel coronavirus infection has revealed that most asymptomatic children have significantly low levels of the virus compared to those who experience symptoms.

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Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone: From Beyonce to Burj Khalifa,...

Being ‘woke’ is the latest trend, and everyone wants to keep up. Everyone, but Bollywood it seems. From Kareena Kapoor Khan in Black face in Khushi to most recently Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani in Laxmmi Bomb song, Burj Khalifa, here are some of Bollywood’s most culturally inappropriate, bordering racist and majorly insensitive moments...

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Japan set to target zero emissions by 2050 in policy shift

Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga is set to bind Japan to a target for carbon neutrality by 2050, a shift in stance that will bring the country in line with the European Union and more than 60 other nations in efforts to combat climate change.

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'Phoolsunghi': Famous Bhojpuri novel now in English

The much-loved Bhojpuri historical novel “Phoolsunghi”, written by veteran Bhojpuri writer Pandey Kapil, has now been translated into English.

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Coronavirus pandemic: Germany warns against travel to ski regions in Austria, Switzerland,...

Germany has issued travel warnings for popular ski regions in Austria, Italy and Switzerland, scrambling to contain the spread of the coronavirus as new infection numbers rose above 10,000 a day for the first time.

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Coronavirus: Philippines lets foreigners in, eases travel rules for citizens

The Philippines will welcome back foreign nationals starting Nov. 1 and allow Filipino travelers to leave without Covid-19 antigen tests as the Southeast Asian nation continues to reopen.

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Coronavirus: France extends curfew as Covid-19 second wave surges in Europe

France extended curfews to around two thirds of its population on Thursday and Belgium’s foreign minister was taken into intensive care with Covid-19, as the second wave of the pandemic surged across Europe.

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Artist in Assam creates Durga idol with expired medicines, injection vials

Sanjib Basak, an employee of Dhubri district administration, has, over the past few years, come up with various innovative and eco-friendly ideas to design the idol but this year, amid the Covid-19 crisis, he wanted to make a difference with his creation.

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Parineeti Chopra's plush, monochrome home in Mumbai will take your breath away....

The interiors of Parineeti Chopra’s Mumbai home were done by interior designer Richa Bahl who has also worked with Alia Bhatt and Kangana Ranaut.

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Handbag maker Hermes echoes luxury sales rebound amid online surge

Hermes’ comparable sales picked up in the third quarter, rising 7%, and the Birkin bag maker said this positive momentum had extended into October after a strong rebound in Asia and surging online revenues.

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Thursday, 22 October 2020

Canada launches pilot programme to test travellers for Covid-19 upon entry

The Canadian government in conjunction with Alberta are launching a pilot programme looking to cut down quarantine time for international travellers by testing for Covid-19.

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Banksy artwork sells for almost $10 million at auction

Banksy’s playful take on a famous Impressionist painting has sold at auction for 7.6 million pounds, the second-highest price ever paid for a work by the British street artist.

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Srinagar concert encourages youth to take up sports, art and not turn to drugs

With an increasing number of young drug addicts in Kashmir Valley, a music group from Srinagar has invited youngsters to a free concert at Tagore Hall in Srinagar to spread awareness about ill-effects of drugs.

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Pope's support for gay civil unions seen as threat to same-sex marriage

The pope’s comments in support of gay civil unions did not go far enough and could even harm the campaign for same-sex marriage, LGBT+ rights campaigners said on Thursday.

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Blood of recovered Covid-19 patients shows little benefit as treatment

Using blood of recovered Covid-19 patients - or so-called convalescent plasma - as a potential treatment is of little benefit in helping hospitalised patients fight off the infection.

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Major airline groups push for end to coronavirus quarantines, travel bans

The United States, state governments and some foreign countries should replace quarantines and travel bans on airline passengers with Covid-19 testing of travellers before departure and upon arrival.

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Fast-fashion heiress goes green by urging shoppers to buy less

Textile heiress Veronica Chou was a globe-trotting executive who made headlines for her socialite lifestyle and lavish 2012 wedding in Hong Kong. Now, she’s trying to clean up the fashion industry.

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Navratri 2020: When Is Ashtami, Navami 2020? Date, Time, Puja, Prasad For Durga...

Navratri is a nine-day long Hindu festival during which devotees worship the different avatars of Goddess Durga. It is a celebrations of good over evil, specifically when Goddess Durga defeated the demon king Mahishasura.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 23, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 23.

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Alaya F's Rs 2.3 lakh dance class outfit includes stunning Louis Vuitton bag, Gucci...

Alaya F was spotted wearing the black Louis Vuitton New Wave Multi-Pochette Bag which according to SpottedFashion.com is priced at $ 2,300 which is approximately Rs 1.7 lakhs, while the Ace Embroidered Platform Sneakers by Gucci retail at $790 (approximately Rs 58,000).

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Himalayas poised for a series of big earthquakes, may extend to Delhi, Chandigarh:...

The entire Himalayan arc is poised to produce a sequence of great earthquakes, and the next big quake -- of the magnitude of 8 or above -- may occur during our lifetimes, according to a study reviewing geological, historical, and geophysical data.

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Gut bacteria may lead to weight gain following chemotherapy for breast cancer

A recent research suggested that gut bacteria are partially responsible for metabolic changes that lead to weight gain following chemotherapy treatment.

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Financial, physical health top stressors amid Covid-19 followed by relationship...

Financial and physical health has emerged as the top stressor for Indians ahead of relationship and family amid the Covid-19, according to a survey.

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Coronavirus pandemic | Next up in hunt for Covid-19 vaccine: Testing shots in k...

The global hunt for a Covid-19 vaccine for kids is only just beginning — a lagging start that has some US pediatricians worried they may not know if any shots work for young children in time for the next school year.

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Coronavirus pandemic: What it takes to get to herd immunity

How many people would have to develop immunity to Covid-19 for us reach herd immunity? There’s the simple answer, and then there are three more complicated ones. Read on...

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Covid-19: Researchers show masks do block coronavirus, but not perfectly

Japanese researchers showed that masks can offer protection from airborne coronavirus particles, but even professional-grade coverings can’t eliminate contagion risk entirely.

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Luxury handbag, Birkin maker Hermes echoes luxury sales rebound amid online sur...

Hermes’ comparable sales picked up in the third quarter, rising 7%, and the Birkin bag maker said this positive momentum had extended into October after a strong rebound in Asia and surging online revenues.

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Centre relaxes visa restrictions, allows foreign students, businessmen, but not...

Except electronic, tourist and medical visas, all other existing visas will be restored immediately.

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Wednesday, 21 October 2020

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 22, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 22, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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Kangana Ranaut stuns in pastel blue lehenga, pearls and 'borrowed jhumkas from mom'...

Kangana Ranaut’s previous outfit had her looking gorgeous in a red embroidered traditional Indian suit which she paired with her mom’s earrings. She tweeted, “Borrowed my mother’s jhumkas, how do I look?”

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Covid-19: Older workers face higher unemployment amid coronavirus pandemic

For the first time in nearly 50 years, older workers face higher unemployment than their midcareer counterparts, according to a study released Tuesday by the New School university in New York City.

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Lakme Fashion Week 2020: Kartik Aaryan looks like royalty as he turns showstopper...

Kartik Aaryan turned showstopper for Manish Malhotra’s Ruhaaniyat collection flagging off the Lakme Fashion Week that is taking place digitally this year.

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Covid-19: Durga Puja celebrations low key sans idols, pandals, bhog amid coronavirus...

The Bengali community in the Delhi-NCR region is staying away from Durga Puja festivities, a community affair in parks and other open spaces. And nowhere is this more evident than in Chittaranjan Park, often known as ‘mini Bengal’.

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Mild, asymptomatic Covid-19 patients may not be infectious for more than 10 days:...

Recent studies have suggested that people with mild or no symptoms of coronavirus may be infectious for not more than about 10 days.

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Coronavirus pandemic: UK to infect healthy volunteers in vaccine research trial

UK researchers are preparing to infect healthy young volunteers with the virus that causes COVID-19, becoming the first to announce plans to use the controversial technique to study the disease and potentially speed up development of a vaccine that could help end the pandemic.

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Here's how lack of sleep impairs ability to stop unwanted, unpleasant thoughts

The authors of the study say the findings could have implications for people suffering from psychiatric conditions associated with unwanted thoughts - such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and schizophrenia.

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Tuesday, 20 October 2020

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 21, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 21, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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A quarter of population underestimates skin cancer risk: Queensland study

A research conducted in Queensland has revealed that almost a quarter of the population here underestimates their risk of developing potentially deadly melanomas - with those at highest risk worst at predicting their chances of getting the skin cancers.

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All-female scientific coalition calls for protection of Antarctic Peninsula

Climate change and human activity are harming Antarctica and threatening wildlife from humpback whales to microscopic algae, more than 280 scientists and conservation experts say in urging protections for the icy region.

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Kajol, Shah Rukh Khan, Mandira Bedi: Here's what the cast of DDLJ looks like 25...

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge completes 25 years today, from Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol to Mandira Bedi and Karan Johar, here’s a look at the cast of DDLJ, then and now...

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From 'role models' to sex workers: Kenya's child labour rises

From their rented room in Kenya’s capital, the girls say the risk of getting infected with the coronavirus or HIV does not weigh heavily on them in a time when survival is paramount.

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WATCH | Burj Khalifa: Akshay Kumar, Kiara Advani's latest song from Laxmmi Bomb...

Laxmmi Bomb’s Burj Khalifa features some of the most over-the-top styling and garish clothes seen in recent times. The song has several cringe moments including the stereotypical portrayal of Dubai with long-robed Sheks bobbing their heads in the desert, while Kiara Advani ‘belly dances’ and does awkard hook steps with Akshay Kumar. 

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25 years of DDLJ: Here's why Simran's style is still relevant over two decades ...

Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol starrer Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge turns 25 today, and the movie managed to make a mark on all generations. On DDLJ’s 25th anniversary, here is a look at some of the best fashion moments pulled off by Kajol that are still on our wish list.

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Study reveals children with chronic kidney disease have outsized health burden

Chronically ill children with kidney disease may spend more time in the hospital, incur larger health care costs and have a higher risk of death compared to paediatric patients hospitalised for other chronic conditions.

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Study reveals exercise, nutrition regimen benefits physical, cognitive health

“The exercise intervention alone improved strength and endurance, mobility and stability, and participants also saw increases in several measures of cognitive function. They had better episodic memory and processed information more efficiently at the end of the 12 weeks.”

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Monday, 19 October 2020

'Kala Arpan' an offering by 40 maestros of Indian classical art at launch of WF...

The Art of Living, under the guidance and vision of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravishankar, presents the launch of the World Forum for Art and Culture.

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Researchers suggest fear and anxiety share same bases in brain

A recent study suggests that fear and anxiety reflect overlapping set of neural building blocks in the brain.

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Child labour worsened on West African cocoa farms, study shows

Child labour has worsened on cocoa farms in top growers Ivory Coast and Ghana, despite government and industry efforts to tackle the issue, a U.S. government-sponsored report showed.

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25 years of DDLJ: Manish Malhotra recalls costume designing for SRK, Kajol

As the iconic film ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge,’ is all set to clock in 25 years on Tuesday, fashion designer Manish Malhotra opened up about his vision with the film that made costume design an integral part of every film’s creative roadmap.

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Guitars played, partly made by Eddie Van Halen go to auction

Two guitars owned, played and partly designed by the late Eddie Van Halen will be going up for auction.

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Ireland imposes some of Europe's toughest Covid-19 curbs

Ireland announced some of Europe’s toughest Covid-19 constraints on Monday, shutting non-essential retail, limiting restaurants and pubs to take away service and telling people not to travel more than five kilometres from their home.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 20, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 20, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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Hospitalised Covid-19 patients can have ongoing symptoms for months: study

More than half of Covid-19 patients discharged from hospital still experienced symptoms of breathlessness, fatigue, anxiety and depression for two to three months after their initial infection.

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Row in Hungary around children's book fuels fears of rising homophobia

Budapest Boldizsar Nagy hoped that the tales in the children’s book “Wonderland Is For Everyone” would help youngsters to learn to accept minorities and fight social ostracism. Instead, it has caused a stir in Hungarian politics.

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Doctors probe whether Covid-19 is causing diabetes

It’s already been well-documented that people with diabetes face much higher risks of severe illness or death if they contract Covid-19.

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Panama offers Covid-19 tests to international travellers

Panama is the latest country to offer travellers a Covid-19 test when they arrive at its main airport, a little less than a week after resuming international flights following a seven-month suspension due to the pandemic.

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High levels of ultraviolet light 'most strongly' associated with reduced growth...

A new study, in which scientists looked at statistical models of the link between weather and the maximum growth rate of Covid-19 globally, found that high levels of ultraviolet light are “most strongly” associated with reduced growth of the deadly virus.

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Study shows how people can reduce stress during coronavirus pandemic

A new study by clinical psychologist, Emily Kroska at the University of Iowa shows how people might reduce their distress during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Airlines working with WHO on testing to replace quarantine

The International Air Transport Association is working to set up a testing system that will replace compulsory quarantine to help revive the airline industry that’s been decimated by the coronavirus outbreak.

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Sunday, 18 October 2020

Durga Puja 2020: How the festival's spirit is alive with devotees amid pandemic

As the festive week of Navratri kicks off, devotees are looking forward to celebrating Durga Puja with great enthusiasm. However, the spirit of the auspicious festival has dampened a bit amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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France's virus curfew leaves Paris streets empty

The streets of Paris and eight other French cities were deserted on Saturday night on the first day of the government-imposed 9 p.m. curfew that is to last at least four weeks.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 19, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 19.

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Covid-19 is additional layer to 'gender equality in education' challenge: UNESCO...

The Covid-19 pandemic has triggered an education crisis, fuelled by deep and multiple forms of inequality having gender roots and implications.

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Study suggests fewer college-aged Americans consume alcohol now

A study suggested that the number of college-aged Americans who drink alcohol has reduced as compared to Americans nearly 20 years ago.

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Study suggests right kind of boss may help reduce stress, increase engagement in...

A research study suggested that the right kind of boss can help reduce stress and increase engagement and pro-social behavior in their workers who were anxious about Covid-19.

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Health programme Mo Beach Yoga kicks off at Golden Beach in Puri

The Odisha government kicked off a unique two-day beach-based public health programme called Mo Beach Yoga at Puri’s Golden Beach to help in the complete recovery of recovered Covid-19 patient.

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Give China a cheer for making polluters pay

China’s ambitious pledge to decarbonize by 2060 requires the world’s top polluter to dramatically raise the cost of spewing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

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Israel to require 14-day isolation for travellers from United Kingdom

Israel will require incoming travellers from the United Kingdom to self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival under new coronavirus guidelines.

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Music lessons are the best investment for your kids

A study suggests that learning to play music from the age of six or seven boosted development in areas of the brain that deal with reading skills, speech perception and language development.

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Share of stubble burning in Delhi's pollution likely to increase

The national capital’s air quality was recorded in the “poor” category on Sunday morning and the share of stubble burning in Delhi’s PM2.5 pollution is likely to “increase significantly”.

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Russia receives renewed approval for Covid-19 vaccine trials in India: RDIF

The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) and Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd have received renewed approval to conduct late-stage clinical trials in India of the Russian Covid-19 vaccine.

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Report finds Covid-19 rate among dentists is less than one per cent

A US-based report suggested that less than one per cent of dentists were found to be Covid-19 positive across the globe.

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Vulnerability to Covid less in women as compared to men

In the early phase of the Covid-19 outbreak, women encountering lower vulnerability and mortality relative to men is the result of the increased consistency of women to coronavirus policies.

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Going, going, gone: Covid-19 boosts online art auctions  

There is never a bad time to buy art -- or sell it -- even if the economy is floundering and even when there is a pandemic.

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British artist Banksy claims hula-hooping girl street art

The elusive British street artist Banksy confirmed on Saturday that a new artwork that appeared on a wall in Nottingham, central England, depicting a young girl using a bicycle tyre as a hula-hoop is his work.

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Saturday, 17 October 2020

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 18, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 18, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for October 18-24, what's in store...

Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for October 18-24. What do the cards have in store for Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius and other zodiac signs for this week.

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Noida's air quality 'very poor'; roads sprinkled with water, cleaned by machines...

Noida’s air quality on Friday reached “very poor” level of 313 due to concentration of PM 2.5, according to a government agency, which advised people to take precaution.

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Hyderabad based e-vehicle company focuses on boosting livelihood opportunities,...

A Hyderabad-based electric vehicle manufacturing company is focusing on boosting opportunities of livelihood for the people by making vehicles that can be used for doorstep bulk delivery.

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The IMF has a blueprint for helping the climate without hurting economic growth

While the rest of the climate and energy world was poring over a different World Energy Outlook — the IMF’s comprehensive assessment of what the energy transition will mean for economies was relatively overlooked.

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Early harvest, labour unavailability due to pandemic led to more farm fires this...

Punjab and Haryana have recorded more incidents of stubble burning this season so far compared to last year and it is largely due to early harvesting of paddy and unavailability of farm labour due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Stephen King's thriller 'Mr. Mercedes' gets another chance

The pitch-dark series is based on Stephen King’s best-selling Bill Hodges trilogy and follows a retired, ornery detective tormented by a seriously troubled serial killer.

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Fun for fun's sake: Artist seeks to lift gloom with London installation

Artist Amy Broch’s playful art installation in the heart of London aims to create a “joy bomb” as an antidote to tough times.

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Lockdowns fuelled a splurge on Rolex watches and Dior handbags

Demand for expensive handbags, cars and watches bounced back once affluent consumers could emerge from their homes and spend some of the money they saved during lockdown.

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Australia-New Zealand travel bubble hits a snag

The fledgling travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand hit an early snag after 17 passengers who flew into Sydney on Friday caught a connecting flight to Melbourne in an apparent breach of the rules.

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Friday, 16 October 2020

On #MeToo anniversary, leaders say focus is on inequality

In a year marked by a nationwide reckoning over systemic racism and inequities that have disproportionately impacted Black Americans, the #MeToo movement is now jointly led by two Black women keenly aware of the inequality that has long existed in America.

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Happy Navratri 2020: History and significance of the 9 days of celebration of the...

Happy Navaratri 2020: Know all about the history, significance and celebrations of Navratri which is also called Sharada Navarati or Navrata in different parts of India

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 17, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 17.

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An online initiative aims to map India's fading creole past, and present

Ananya Jahanara Kabir and Ari Gautier host virtual discussions featuring food, music, performance and more.

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Down with the monarchy! Inside India's campaign for a national butterfly

The civilian effort started with 1,300 contenders, got it down to a list of seven, put that to a nationwide vote. See how it was all organised, which flutterers made it, and why everyone’s favourite didn’t even qualify.

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Beastie Boys' Mike D is selling his mom's $30 million art collection

“My mom and dad were completely integrated into the New York City contemporary art world before I was born,” says Diamond of his dealer-collector parents.

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A pandemic-era bedtime story: How to fix your sleep-wake cycle

We’re snoozing longer, sleeping later, waking up tired. The key to a better sleep-wake routine? Rebuild the lost bridges between work and play, weekday and weekend.

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Europe is losing fight to stay open on record virus surge

European leaders from London to Berlin face an alarming reality: lockdowns are creeping back on the agenda as the pandemic threatens the continent again.

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During Covid, scientists turn to computers to understand C4 photosynthesis

Scientists wanted to find out how C4 crops are able to express several important enzymes inside bundle sheath cells instead of the mesophyll.

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Smog returns to Indian capital as agriculture fires start

The Indian capital’s air quality levels plunged to “very poor” on Friday and a smoggy haze settled over the city, days after the state government initiated stricter measures to fight chronic air pollution.

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India gained decade of life expectancy since 1990: Lancet study

India has gained more than a decade of life expectancy since 1990, but there are wide inequalities between states, according to a new study.

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'Pollution watchdogs late this year again': Environmentalists

Though several measures are coming into force with an effort to curtail the air pollution index by pollution watchdogs at the national and state levels in Delhi, experts believe action shouldered by the authorities was ‘pretty late this year again’.

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Curfew comes into force in French cities

French restaurants, cinemas and theatres are trying to figure out how to survive a new curfew aimed at stemming the flow of record new virus infections.

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Fashion brands accused of exploiting workers at risk of layoffs

Millions of garment workers could lose their jobs as global brands are demanding price cuts and delaying payments to suppliers who are desperate for orders to survive the new coronavirus pandemic.

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One-way flights to Australia show battle to open global aviation

From October 16, New Zealanders can visit New South Wales state, home to Sydney, without having to quarantine on arrival.

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LGBT groups in Japan launch petition seeking equality law

Sexual minority groups and human rights activists launched a petition on Thursday calling for an LGBT equality law in Japan in hopes that it can be enacted next year.

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Maryland AG asked to block Baltimore museum's artworks sale

A group of art lovers wants Maryland officials to block the Baltimore Museum of Art’s proposed sale of three works of art, among them Andy Warhol’s “The Last Supper.”

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Pandemic driving children back to work, jeopardising gains

The coronavirus pandemic is threatening the future of a generation of the world’s children, depriving them of schooling and sending them to work.

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First 'no-quarantine' flights arrive into Australia as virus cases fall

Hundreds of New Zealand plane passengers started arriving in Sydney amid a rapidly falling growth rate in cases at the epicentre of Australia’s coronavirus outbreak.

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Thursday, 15 October 2020

Unsuited to new era? Fate of formal fashion hangs by a thread

Most people in “white-collar” jobs are working from home, with a newfound love of sweatpants, a trend that some experts expect to outlive the pandemic.

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Jewish family's painting looted by Nazis in 1933 is returned

A painting of two young, 19th-century skaters that was looted by Nazis from a Jewish family in 1933 and recently discovered at a small museum in upstate New York.

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Sex workers in Kolkata to receive dry ration on World Food Day

The State Legal Services Authority, West Bengal, will distribute dry ration among sex workers on October 16, on the occasion of World Food Day.

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Amid travel bans, Singaporeans get creative

Thanks to the pandemic, the bar for fine-dining has been lowered for food-loving, affluent Singaporeans.

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China's turbo-charged online fashion takes on Zara and H&M

The fast-fashion player is encroaching on the territory of more established rivals like Zara and H&M.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 16, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 16, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Libra, Scorpio and other zodiac signs.

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Tuesday, 13 October 2020

Dutch ready to give back seized colonial art - but to whom?

Dutch authorities are intent on tracking down the rightful owners of objects seized during the colonial era but establishing who those owners are is turning out to be a bit more complicated.

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With concert halls shut, NY Philharmonic takes to sidewalk

With performance halls shut because of the coronavirus pandemic, the best concert venue a violinist could hope for one recent October Friday was a sidewalk in the Bronx.

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Study suggests age does not contribute to Covid-19 susceptibility

Scientists have estimated that the age of an individual does not indicate how likely they are to be infected by SARS-CoV-2.

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Damaged muscles don't just die, they regenerate themselves

While building a muscle damage model in a cultured system, a university in Japan has found that components leaking from broken muscle fibres activate “satellite” muscle stem cells.

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Delhi records worst air quality since February; wind direction shift may bring ...

Delhi recorded its worst air quality since February on Monday as the concentration of fine particulate matters PM2.5 and PM10 increased to their highest recorded levels this season.

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EU countries adopt common travel guidelines amid pandemic

European Union countries on Tuesday approved a series of guidelines aimed at facilitating free movement across the bloc and avoiding further disruption during the coronavirus pandemic.

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WATCH | Taapsee Pannu's 'Biggini' shoot in Maldives along with sisters Shagun, Evania...

In her latest post, Taapsee Pannu, made a fun video of herself along with sisters Shagun, Evania and boyfriend Mathias Boe to the sound of a video made by Rasode Me Kaun Tha fame’s Yashraj Mukhate. And this is a ‘biggini’ shoot you can’t miss, take a look...

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Virat Kohli's lady luck, Anushka Sharma's navy blue dress look is super affordable...

Anushka Sharma’s recent appearance at husband Virat Kohli’s IPL 2020 match between Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore made headlines for more than a few reasons.

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World's largest vivid pink diamond from Russia to be auctioned on November 11

One of the world’s largest fancy vivid purple-pink and internally flawless diamonds from Russia will be sold at Sotheby’s Geneva Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels auction on November 11.

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Monday, 12 October 2020

Climate change spurs doubling of disasters since 2000: UN

Climate change is largely to blame for a near doubling of natural disasters in the past 20 years.

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Covid-19 antibodies last at least three months; so do symptoms for many

People infected with Covid-19 develop antibodies targeting the new coronavirus that last for at least three months, according to two reports published on Thursday in Science Immunology.

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Covid-19: Gems, jewellery industry showed resilience during difficult times, says...

The gems and jewellery industry has shown resilience through these testing times and used technology to showcase the intrinsically created pieces to buyers across the globe on the India International Jewellery Show Virtual platform.

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Selected tourism centres in Kerala to open up

After several months of the Covid-19 lockdown, the Kerala government on Monday allowed select tourism centres in the state to open in two phases in strict compliance with the Covid-19 precautions.

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Working from home is here to stay, so let's get it right

There are a few ways in which the pandemic may prompt society to improve, and one is remote work. Though it was initially necessary to keep employees from getting sick, remote work promises to make people more productive and happier while helping the environment and preserving infrastructure.

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Not-so-green New Zealand has a dirty river problem

As a general election looms on October 17, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has renewed a promise to make New Zealand’s rivers and lakes suitable for swimming for the first time in a generation.

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Covid-19: Necessary to take extra precautions during festive season, says K'taka...

Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa on Sunday said it was necessary to take extra precautions during the upcoming festive season, amid Covid-19 pandemic.

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Scientists return from Arctic with wealth of climate data

An icebreaker carrying scientists on a year-long international effort to study the high Arctic has returned to its home port in Germany carrying a wealth of data that will help researchers better predict climate change in the decades to come.

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Germans must reduce travel, partying to fight Covid-19, says Merkel aide

Germany should continue capping the number of people allowed at gatherings and clamp down on unnecessary travel as the country battles rising coronavirus infections.

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Study suggests some friendships may make one feel more supported

A recent study revealed that people perceive they had more support from friends or family who knew and liked each other.

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Sunday, 11 October 2020

Covid-19 is big oil's asteroid strike

Covid-19 may do for Big Oil what the Chicxulub asteroid did for the dinosaurs when it struck Earth 66 million years ago.

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Can you handle herd immunity? Ask these philosophers

The idea of “herd immunity” through infection, ruled out almost everywhere six months ago, is now under serious consideration in capitals across the world.

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Vasundhara Vee's stepping guide for aspiring musicians

The Jazz and R’n’B vocalist’s debut book is what you need if you’re trying to break into the music scene.

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“I wanted to be a nurse...” reveals Sunny Leone

The most Googled actor and a devoted mother of three loves pancakes for breakfast.

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Mexico asks pope for loan of ancient books held in Vatican library

The Mexican government has formally asked Pope Francis for the temporary return of several ancient indigenous manuscripts held in the Vatican library ahead of next year’s 500-year anniversary of the Spanish conquest of Mexico.

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Meet the most-loved garment of Lockdown: the kaftan

Here are six ways to wear this sleeper hit for all occasions (along with super comfortable kurtas for men)

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Saturday, 10 October 2020

Humour: Dream trippin'

Do you take pleasure in the poetry of dreams or marvel at their magic?

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Happy Birthday Amitabh Bachchan: From Shahenshah to Gulabo Sitabo, here are Big...

Happy Birthday Big B: Amitabh Bachchan is one of the greatest and most versatile actors and several of his filmy avatars continue to inspire looks in Bollywood movies till date. His transformation in Paa, his silver fox look in Shahenshah and his look in Gulabo Sitabo saw Big B transform into unrecognisable characters.

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Meeting the moment: Queen Elizabeth honours coronavirus pandemic's heroes

Queen Elizabeth II has used her delayed birthday honours list to celebrate the selfless work of people — some more famous than others — in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic. In addition to honouring the work of doctors and nurses, the queen handed awards late Friday to delivery drivers, fundraisers and volunteers.

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Here's how urban air pollution may make Covid-19 more deadly

Long-term exposure to urban air pollution, especially NO2, may make Covid-19 more deadly, according to a study conducted in the US.

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Female surgeons perform less complex cases than male peers. Here's why

Female surgeons at a large academic medical centre perform less complex surgical procedures than their male counterparts, according to a new study by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH).

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Stay-at-home orders cut noise exposure nearly in half amid Covid-19: Study

People’s exposure to environmental noise dropped nearly in half during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic.

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College student from Madurai creates handicraft items from waste amid Covid-19

A college student from Madurai has used the Covid-19 induced lockdown to pursue her childhood interest in making handicrafts.

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World Food Program wins Nobel Peace Prize for hunger fight

The World Food Program won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for fighting hunger and seeking to end its use as “a weapon of war and conflict”.

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Winter is coming for the world's airlines

As the first chills of winter arrive, it’s increasingly clear that the airline industry is as deep in the hole as it ever was.

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Pregnancy during Covid-19: 9 Precautions you should take before visiting hospit...

There is no concrete evidence that states that pregnant women are more at risk than others. However, we can’t entirely rule out the possibility. As a pregnant woman it’s better to take these precautions for the safety of the baby.

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Friday, 9 October 2020

Luxury Thai hotels opening in pandemic bet on 5-star quarantine

A slew of luxury hotels opening in Thailand amid the Covid-19 pandemic are pinning their hopes on a government plan to lure high-spending tourists, betting those seeking five-star quarantine will help cushion the devastation wrought on the travel industry.

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World Mental Health Day 2020: History and significance during the Covid-19 pand...

World Health Day 2020: An international awareness day which will focus on ‘Mental Health for All’ and work towards an increased investment in mental health.

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Happy Birthday Rekha: Umrao Jaan to Madam Maya, throwback to Rekha's most fashionable...

Happy Birthday Rekha: The actor, whose many onscreen avatars inspire looks in Bollywood movies and pop culture till date, is turning 66 today. From Umrao Jaan to Khiladiyo ka Khiladi, here is a look at some of her best onscreen personas.

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Novel coronavirus can survive on skin for 9 hours: Study

The SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes Covid-19, may linger on human skin for nine hours, much longer than the flu viruses can, according to a study. The influenza A virus (IAV), in contrast, remained viable on human skin for nearly two hours.

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'Islam is not an aesthetic': Bad Gal Rihanna faces fire from Muslim fans for using...

Rihanna’s second edition of the Savage x Fenty performance-based lingerie show featured CouCou Chloe’s song Doom, which features an Islamic Hadith. However, after receiving flak from the Muslim community, and others, Rihanna and CouCou both issued apologies. Read on:

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More than 40% of women suffer from constipation during pregnancy and right after...

Women are 2-3 times more likely to suffer from constipation during pregnancy and right after childbirth than at any other time in their life, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows.

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Sach- Shinkula, Phugtal: Travel enthusiasts explore the far reaches of the Himalayas...

While the whole world was gripped with the fear and uncertainty of Covid-19 a group of travel enthusiasts were looking forward to the light at the end of the tunnel.

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'It's a madhouse!': Tourists pile into Cancun airport after hurricane hits

Tourists from around the globe thronged Cancun’s international airport on Thursday, shunning social distancing norms, a day after Hurricane Delta hit the Mexican beach resort and forced mass evacuations.

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American 'family' poet Louise Gluck wins Nobel Prize for Literature

American poet Louise Gluck won the 2020 Nobel Prize in Literature for works exploring family and childhood.

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Out with the modern, in with the new in Deutsche Bank art sale

It’s out with expressionism and in with up-and-coming contemporary art for Deutsche Bank , which plans to auction some 200 pieces from its extensive collection.

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Thursday, 8 October 2020

China tourism rebounds over Golden Week but still below last year

Chinese domestic tourism saw a robust rebound over the just-ended Golden Week holiday, encouraged by China’s success in stamping out the novel coronavirus, although levels were still well short of last year.

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Not enough LGBT+ artists in pop, says star known as Girl in Red

Young LGBT+ people are deprived of role models because there are not enough gay artists in pop, said Marie Ulven, known as popstar Girl in Red

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 9, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 9.

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Coronavirus: UK mulls traveller tests in bid to restart air travel, orders study...

The U.K. will study Covid-19 testing for arriving air passengers in a move aimed at providing relief to an airline industry desperate to return to some semblance of normal traffic levels.

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Unemployment, followed by spread of infectious diseases, is world's biggest risk,...

Unemployment rates have rocketed due to lockdowns and other restrictions to combat the coronavirus pandemic, with fears of worse to come in countries which have furloughed workers.

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Here's why some friends make you feel more supported than others

It’s good to have friends and family to back you up when you need it - but it’s even better if your supporters are close with each other too, a new set of studies suggests.

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Study finds older adults using cannabis to treat common health conditions including...

Older adults use cannabis primarily for medical purposes to treat a variety of common health conditions, including pain, sleep disturbances and psychiatric conditions like anxiety and depression, reported researchers of University of California (UC) San Diego School of Medicine.

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Wednesday, 7 October 2020

Long working hours and night shifts amid Covid-19 got you losing sleep? Here are...

Several studies have found changes in sleeping patterns amid the coronavirus pandemic. However, the solution sounds pretty simple. Read on...

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Happy 77 Birthday RL Stine: Celebrating the 'King' of the horror genre

Happy Birthday R.L. Stine: Sometimes also known as Jovial Bob Stine and Eric Affabee. He is widely regarded as one of the foremost writers of children’s literature and of the horror genre.

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Malaika Arora shines 'brighter than the sun' in Tarun Tahliani lehenga for India's...

Malaika Arora’s stylist Maneka Harisinghani shared a video of the reality-show judge looking gorgeous and healthy in a sunshine yellow lehenga by Tarun Tahliani with the caption, “Look who is back and shining brighter than the sun.”

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Happy Birthday Gauri Khan: Bollywood's First Lady's most fashionable looks

Gauri Khan, Shah Rukh Khan’s better half and Aryan, Suhana and AbRam’s mommy, turns 50 today. Here’s a look at her recent most fashionable moments!

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 8, what's in store for Aries,...

Astrology today: Read the predictions for October 8, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs.

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Prague cafe hits sweet spot with coronavirus-shaped dessert

A restaurant in Prague’s historic centre has invented a dessert shaped like the novel coronavirus, an attempt to arrest a slump in business that is already proving a hit with customers.

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Majority of generic drug ingredients produced in Asia - study

Two thirds of the active ingredients needed to make generic drugs are manufactured in Asia.

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Hina Khan brings her fashion A-game to the Bigg Boss 14 house

Hina Khan is easily one of the most stylish people in the television industry, and her OOTDs from the Bigg Boss 14 house where she is currently playing mentor are worth watching as much as the show. See pics!

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Stolen Mao calligraphy worth millions found cut in half

A calligraphy scroll by former Chinese leader Mao Zedong estimated to be worth millions of dollars was cut in half after it was stolen last month in a high-profile burglary in Hong Kong.

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Women creators of genetic 'scissors' win Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Two women scientists won the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry on Wednesday for creating genetic ‘scissors’ that can rewrite the code of life.

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Perelman's Art Raises $145 Million, But T. Rex Steals Show

A painting by Cy Twombly from the collection of billionaire Ron Perelman led a $340.9 million auction at Christie’s. But the real surprise of the evening sale was a 67-million-year-old fossil.

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Delhi: Anti-smog guns deployed at large construction sites to control pollution

Anti-smog guns have been deployed at large construction sites in the national capital as part of the measures being taken to control pollution.

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Study suggests connection between social media, hate crime

In a recent study, researchers have explored the connection between social media and hate crimes.

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Employees in India face increased burnout at work during coronavirus pandemic: ...

Employees in India are facing increased burnout due to lack of separation between work and personal life as well as concerns of contracting Covid-19, a report said on Wednesday.

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3 scientists win Nobel physics prize for black hole research

Three scientists won the Nobel Prize in physics Tuesday for establishing the all-too-weird reality of black holes — the straight-out-of-science-fiction cosmic monsters that suck up light and time and will eventually swallow us, too.

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Coronavirus pandemic: Companies to shrink offices as remote work becomes 'new n...

More than half of companies plan to shrink their offices as working from home becomes a regular fixture after the Covid-19 pandemic ends, according to a survey.

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Scientists say 2020 may smash heat record

Climate scientists warned 2020 could be the world’s hottest year on record, with September temperatures eclipsing previous highs and Arctic ice retreating from the seas it usually covers.

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Los Angeles, Pic du Midi and the Atacama Desert: World's most extraordinary sites...

Add these destinations to your bucket list for the ultimate stargazing experiences, just the way nature intended.

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'Brain fog' following Covid-19 recovery may indicate PTSD: Study

A new report suggests that people who recover from Covid-19 infection may experience “brain fog” and other neurological symptoms due to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), an effect observed in past human coronavirus outbreaks such as SARS and MERS.

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Children use make-believe aggression, violence to manage bad-tempered peers. Here's...

Children are more likely to introduce violent themes into their pretend play, such as imaginary fighting or killing if they are with playmates whom peers consider bad-tempered, new research suggests.

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Here's how expanded newborn screening could save premature infants' lives

Expanding routine newborn screening to include a metabolic vulnerability profile could lead to earlier detection of life-threatening complications in babies born preterm, according to a study.

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Tuesday, 6 October 2020

China's experimental Covid-19 vaccine appears safe, no adverse reactions: Study

A Chinese experimental coronavirus vaccine being developed by the Institute of Medical Biology under the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences was shown to be safe in an early stage clinical trial, researchers said.

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Drive, skate, vote: Louis Vuitton closes Paris Fashion Week with slogans

French luxury label Louis Vuitton on Tuesday showed off its latest collection on the last day of Paris Fashion Week, featuring slogans splashed onto tops and dresses in pop colours - and which included a sweater stating “Vote”.

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Hospitalised Covid-19 patients are younger, healthier than influenza patients, ...

Patients hospitalised with COVID-19 were more likely male, younger, and, in both the US and Spain, had fewer comorbidities (condition of having multiple diseases at the same time) and lower medication use than hospitalised influenza patients according to a recent study.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 7, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 7.

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Research shows benefits, risks of treating appendicitis with antibiotics instead...

Results of a first-of-its-kind clinical trial shed light on when antibiotics instead of surgery might be the better choice for treating appendicitis in some patients.

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Delta grows into hurricane in Caribbean; eyes Yucatan, Cuba

Tropical Storm Delta rapidly strengthened into a hurricane in the Caribbean Monday, aiming to hit Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula potentially as a major storm before continuing on to strike the U.S. Gulf coast later in the week.

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Egyptian artist crafts pictures with salt

Cairo Egyptian artist Hany Genedy focuses as he carefully pours white salt onto a black surface to create an image of actor Al Pacino.

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Political 'retreat' on climate action harms all nations, says UN climate chief

Rich nations are failing on promises to help poorer ones meet the goals of the Paris Agreement on climate change, even though such help would be “not charity but a global act of self-interest”.

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Chanel brings Hollywood glamour to Paris Fashion Week

French fashion label Chanel brought a touch of Tinseltown to the Paris runway on Tuesday, with glamorous feathered gowns and a nod to the Hollywood sign, recreated to spell out the brand’s name.

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Bigg Boss 14 contestant Nikki Tamboli called out by Diet Sabya for wearing a copy...

Instagram-based, self-appointed industry watchdog Diet Sabya called out contestant Nikki Tamboli for wearing a ‘gandi’ copy of a dress seen on Kendall Jenner.

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The 28-year-old trying to upend fashion week

The 28-year-old Helsinki native initially focused the show on sustainability by showcasing brands that could prove their green bonafides and hosting events in venues build with recycled materials.

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Channeling 'anger into art', artists in Beirut process blast

With the debris cleared, the halls of the building are now open to visitors to view more than 100 works of art by mostly Lebanese and Arab artists, reflecting on the explosion itself and also the turmoil and wars of past decade.

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Study unveils novel testing platform designed for breast cancer cells

Researchers have developed a novel testing platform to evaluate how breast cancer cells respond to the recurrent stretching that occurs in the lungs during breathing.

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Niti Taylor looks stunning in a pink lehenga at her secret 'Covid' wedding to Parikshit...

Niti Taylor pleasantly surprised her fans with news of her lockdown nuptials to fiancé Pariskshit Bawa in a small ceremony on August 13. Check out the pictures and videos from the beautiful ceremony!

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'Queen of Crime' Christie's first detective novel marks centenary

It was partly thanks to a bet with her sister that Agatha Christie wrote her first detective novel, and 100 years since it was published she is as popular as ever.

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Preserved dune fields offer insights into Martian history

The discovery of Martian dune fields largely preserved in the rock record for up to a billion years offers new insights on past climatic conditions on Mars.

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Women from disadvantaged social groups at greater risk of gender-based violence:...

The UN in India Monday voiced concern over the “continuing cases of sexual violence against women and girls” in the country and said the rape and murder cases in Hathras and Balrampur remind that disadvantaged social groups are at a greater risk of gender-based violence.

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Half a billion travellers show China's economy moving past covid

With the Covid-19 pandemic largely under control in China, the Golden Week holiday is putting on display the country’s confidence in its economic rebound and its public health measures.

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Social media abuse drives girls off Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat: Global...

Online abuse is driving girls to quit social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, with nearly 60% experiencing harassment, a global study showed on Sunday.

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Monday, 5 October 2020

Caring for others is a key driver in getting people to use chatbots for mental ...

The researchers found that users’ desire to help others with mental health problems was a more powerful driver than seeking help for their own problems.

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Paris Fashion Week 2020: Giambattista Valli presentation in Paris channels 1960s

Giambattista Valli’s 1960s-infused collection was the highlight on the second-last day of Paris Fashion Week, which concludes Tuesday with Chanel and Louis Vuitton runway shows.

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Jewish sukkah rises at base of world's tallest tower Burj Khalifa in UAE

Visitors to the world’s tallest building, a tapering cylinder of aluminum and glass that has become emblematic of modern Dubai, may encounter an unlikely sight this week: a small, tent-like structure made of sticks, leaves and twine.

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Confusion, dizziness, encephalopathy: Neurologic symptoms found in 4 of 5 hospitalized...

About 4 out of 5 patients hospitalized with Covid-19 suffer neurologic symptoms such as muscle pain, headaches, confusion, dizziness and the loss of smell or taste. The most severe condition listed was encephalopathy, “characterized by altered mental function ranging from mild confusion to coma,”

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Covid-19 could spread by airborne transmission: Centers for Disease Control and...

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in an updated guidance on Monday said COVID-19 can spread through airborne transmission, a month after it took down a similar warning.

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Coronavirus pandemic | Premature relaxation of social-distancing measures undermines...

A study by Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) has revealed that “premature” relaxation of the statewide physical-distancing measures that have been designed to control the COVID-19 pandemic have frequently resulted in an immediate reversal of public health gains against SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes the disease.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 6, what's in store for Aries,...

Astrology today: Read the predictions for October 6, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs.

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Under fire over LGBT rights, Polish leader blames activist

With Poland under mounting international criticism for its treatment of its lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki accused Staszewski of carrying out a “hoax” that has led some to believe that Poland has a human rights problem.

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Indian capital launches campaign to curb toxic air pollution

Authorities in New Delhi launched an anti-pollution campaign on Monday in an attempt to curb air pollution levels ahead of winter.

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Delhi's air quality in moderate category

The national capital’s air quality was recorded in the “moderate” category on Monday morning, and it is likely to remain so for another two days.

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No-reservation diners are restaurants' latest problem amid covid

Amid the pandemic’s uncertainty, U.S. diners are dashing out for a bite in the spur of the moment, instead of the pre-pandemic ritual of a scheduled date night or lunch with a friend.

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Study suggests gut microbiome may influence cancer patients response to oral th...

The way gut microbiome interacts with oral medication in prostate cancer patients has been illustrated in a new study from Lawson Health Research Institute and Western University.

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A page with too many pictures may hinder reading ability in children: Study

The findings of a new study suggest that an overly busy page with extraneous images can draw the reader’s attention away from the text, resulting in a lower understanding of content.

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The Caribbean Islands that you can travel to now

Roughly half of the Caribbean’s 28 island nations have moved to reopen borders.

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Study finds how brain helps us navigate social differences

Our brain responds differently if we talk to a person of a different socioeconomic background from our own compared to when we speak to someone whose background is similar.

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Lost jobs, the pandemic and images being tarnished - all this is happening for a...

Singer Sonu Nigam says he doesn’t want to add to the cacophony as “there are a lot of opinions out there”; talks about his new single and his concert in Dubai.

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Sunday, 4 October 2020

New Zealand ruling party vows to ban efforts to alter sexual orientation

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s centre-left government vowed on Monday to ban conversion therapy, which aims to change a person’s sexual orientation, if returned to power, as widely expected.

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Japan to restart business travel with South Korea

Japan and South Korea are likely to agree as early as this week to restart short- and long-term business travel between the two countries.

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Givenchy unveils new designer debut at Paris Fashion Week

Storied maison Givenchy unveiled new designer Matthew Williams’ debut collection Sunday, although the brand may have hoped such a big new beginning would have come under better days and not under the virus-hit Paris Fashion Week.

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Harvard to host Lucknow storyteller's 'qissa' on Amir Khusrau on October 8

Lucknow’s popular storyteller Himanshu Bajpai is set to enthral a global audience with tales on Sufi poet-philosopher Amir Khusrau at a special event being organised by the US-based Harvard University.

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Fashion designer Kenzo Takada dies from Covid-19 at age 81

Kenzo Takada, the iconic Franco-Japanese fashion designer famed for his jungle-infused designs and free-spirited aesthetic that channelled global travel, has died. He was 81.

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London's Royal Opera House to sell Hockney painting to survive Covid-19 crisis

London’s Royal Opera House is to sell a 1970s painting by David Hockney as it seeks to raise cash to get through the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 5, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 5.

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Yoga, meditation reduce chronic pain: Study

Patients with chronic pain and depression have benefited from a mindfulness-based stress reduction course.

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Covid-19 infects majority of bad dreams: Study

Scientists used artificial intelligence to help analyse the dream content of close to a thousand people and found that the novel coronavirus had infected more than half of the distressed dreams reported.

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Hermes plays with depth in surrealist Paris show

Hermes headlined Saturday’s instalment of Paris Fashion Week with a cinematic, surrealist runway staging.

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Seizing art: One African man's protest against colonial 'pillagers'

In June, Mwazulu Diyabanza stood in a Paris museum next to a 19th century funerary post from central Africa, and berated France for taking it and tens of thousands of other art works from its former colonies.

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Experts from India, Japan discuss ways to strengthen collaboration for healthcare...

A webinar on ‘India-Japan Celebration of the International Day of Older Persons’ was organised to deliberate on this issue and to celebrate the International Day of Older Persons on October 1.

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It's time to celebrate the joy of giving

There is a joy in giving since an act of kindness leaves an impact on both the donor and the receiver.

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Be true to your heart

With rising number of cases, timely medical care and invasive life saving procedures such as angioplasty and coronary artery bypass are known to save lives.

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There's magic in your kitchen

Even amid pandemic, one can make the choice to see the glass half full!

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A flavourful spin to eating in

Evolving dynamics of the food industry has brought the expertise of a chef within the comfort of your home!

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Unity for tea, as 'chai latte' gets a big no!

Indian netizens, almost unanimously criticised a video posted by a Twitter account which gave people the recipe of making chai latte.

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The future of cooking: Startup delivers DIY Kits, recipes & more

Are you fond of cooking and want to prepare a restaurant-quality meal at home but find it too tiring to assemble the ingredients? We have found a perfect solution for you!

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Studies show: High prevalence of infection among children who were in contact with...

A latest study on the epidemiology and transmission dynamics of Covid-19 in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu has found a high prevalence of infection among children who were contacts of cases around their own age.

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Indian scientists find method for early diagnosis of peptic ulcer-causing bacte...

Scientists at the S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences in Kolkata have found a method for early diagnosis of a peptic ulcer-causing bacteria with the help of a biomarker called ‘BreathPrint’ found in the breath.

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Return of the roaring 90s

With many trying to find a recluse in nostalgia, a lot of trends are making a comeback this season!

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Heating in vaping device may cause lung injury, finds study

Recent studies have shown significant lung injury from E-cigarette (eC) devices with nickel-chromium alloy heating elements.

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Melbourne beachgoers urged to comply with virus restrictions

Beachgoers in Australia’s state of Victoria have been warned to obey restrictions on public behaviour and social distancing to curb the spread of Covid-19, or risk having some popular swimming spots closed.

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Saturday, 3 October 2020

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 4, what's in store for Aries,...

Astrology today: Read the predictions for October 4, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs.

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Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for October 4-10, what's in store for...

Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for October 4-10. What do the cards have in store for Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius and other zodiac signs for this week.

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Growing number of women using cannabis for managing menopause symptoms: Study

For the management of bothersome menopause symptoms, a growing number of women are either using cannabis or want to use it, suggest the findings of a new study.

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Study finds heart disease in young people may be linked to diabetes exposure in...

In a recent study, researchers have found that heart disease in young adults and teenagers may be related to exposure to diabetes in the womb.

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Derek Mahon, whose poem consoled during the coronavirus pandemic, dies at 78

Northern Ireland-born poet Derek Mahon, whose verse brought consolation to many during the coronavirus pandemic, has died, his publisher said. He was 78.

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The famous postmodern $1.2 million 'Crayola' house is for sale

The house has become relatively famous—it had the Architectural Digest feature in 2007 and was given the name “Crayola House” by the architects. “But [locals] also call it the Lego House or, if they don’t like it, the Clown House.” 

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Depression and anxiety tripled during coronavirus lockdown: Study

There was a three-fold increase in the number of people reporting significant depression and anxiety problems during lockdown, according to a new study.

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Sexual, gender minorities much likelier to be victims of crime. Here's why

The first study of its kind found that people who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer or gender non-conforming are nearly four times as likely to be victims of violent crime than those outside such communities.

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Over 30 models accuse TFM talent agency of non-payment of dues racking up to almost...

From unpaid dues from 2018, to threats of ‘gundas’, models who have worked with Ashish Soni-owned TFM/360 India have several sorry tales. Here is everything from the allegations made by the models, to the response given by TFM and designer-owner Ashish N Soni. Read on...

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'I selfie, therefore I am': The Instagram story, 10 years on

On October 6, 2010 two Americans, Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger, launched Instagram as a social network dedicated to photo sharing. The app was bought by Facebook two years after its launch, and by that time it had become the world’s most popular platform for uploading endless streams of selfies. And the rest, is history.

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New tool to uncover patterns in coronavirus mutations developed

Scientists have developed a method to quickly identify and label mutated versions of the novel coronavirus that causes Covid-19 using information from a global database of testing information, an advance that may aid in the development of therapeutics against the deadly disease.

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Issey Miyake, Isabel Marant, Olivier Theyskens: Sparkle, dance and postal service...

Paris is undertaking an unusual fashion season for spring-summer 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some of the show’s highlights...

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Unfinished: Priyanka Chopra Jonas's tell-all memoir to hit stands in January 20...

Actor-producer Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ long-awaited book debut, “Unfinished”, will be launched on January 19, 2021, publisher Penguin Random House India announced on Friday.

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Friday, 2 October 2020

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for October 3, what's in store for Aries,...

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for October 3.

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A new alloy: When a sitar leaves its comfort zone, and proves it's metal

Rishabh Seen decided to make a point about just how versatile the classical Indian instrument could be. The result: A four-man banded called Sitar Metal.

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A 3-point guide to worrying well

Your worry has a function and could serve a purpose; it has since the Stone Age.

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Europe's Virus Woes Threaten to Shut Down Paris Restaurants

Europe’s resurgent coronavirus outbreak is threatening to shut down Paris’s culinary institutions, spurring record cases in the continent’s east and sidetracking a European Union summit.

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Dussehra 2020: Jharkhand government issues guidelines for Durga Puja

The Government of Jharkhand issued guidelines to be followed for the observance of Durga Puja and Dussehra in the view of Covid-19.

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'She's had enough': Kim Kardashian, Kanye West headed for divorce

According to multiple sources close to the family, Keeping Up With The Kardashians reality show star Kim Kardashian and rap musician Kanye W...