A Call for Compassion and Solutions

For decades, smoking has remained one of the most devastating public health crises worldwide. However, societal misconceptions persist, casting judgment on those who smoke and labelling them weak-willed, morally flawed, or simply overindulgent. These stigmas are not only inaccurate, but deeply harmful. Science has long proven that addiction is not a personal failing but a … Read more

Adani-Andhra Deal Approved Against Officials’ Advice, Under Bribery Scrutiny

NEW DELHI/SINGAPORE: The approach from the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) on Sept. 15, 2021 came out of the blue. The federal agency, tasked with developing the solar sector, wanted to know if the southeastern state of Andhra Pradesh would like to sign India’s largest renewables contract. Two years earlier, Andhra Pradesh’s energy regulator … Read more

Yoon lawyer says to fight insurrection charge in court: Yonhap

Seoul: South Korea’s acting leader vowed Tuesday to convey to the world that things are back to normal following parliament’s impeachment of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol, but rival parties began squabbling over the mechanics of a court ruling to determine whether to formally unseat or reinstate him. The country’s liberal opposition-controlled parliament voted to … Read more

Cool Winter Treats To Keep You Warm

With temperatures dipping it’s time for hot desserts. Winter brings cravings for warm, rich, and nutrient-dense treats. These delicacies, besides being comfort food, satisfy our body’s seasonal needs. Even actors who are always on a diet indulge in Winter treats. Recently Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor shared on social media a traditional winter delicacy she enjoyed … Read more

Ousted Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad’s FIRST statement from Russia, says, ‘At no point did I consider…’

The spokesman for the transitional government’s political department said in an interview Monday that “the Assad regime is finished with no return” and Russia “should reconsider its presence on Syrian territory as well as its interests”. Ousted Syrian leader Bashar Assad said Monday he wanted to stay in the country after rebels captured the capital, … Read more

Death toll in Gaza from Israel-Hamas war tops 45,000 Palestinians

Deir Al-Balah: More than 45,000 Palestinians have now been killed in the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas militants, Palestinian health officials said Monday, as often-stalled ceasefire negotiations appeared to be gaining ground. Qatar, Egypt and the United States have renewed efforts to broker a ceasefire deal in recent days, and Israeli Defense Minister … Read more

Manifest Mayhem

In 2024, you’ve probably seen the word “Manifest” pop up more times than you can count on social media. You might have even found yourself chanting, “I am manifesting my dream job!” or “I am manifesting a better tomorrow!” Well, you’re not alone. The Cambridge Dictionary has crowned “Manifest” its ‘Word of the Year’ for … Read more