- Monday, February 24, 2025
Life expectancy worldwide is expected to increase by nearly five years for men and over four years for women between 2022 and 2050, according to a study published in The Lancet journal. Researchers noted that the most significant improvements are anticipated in countries with currently lower life expectancies, contributing to…
INDIA’s star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra predictably won gold in his first competition at home in three years, but he refused to read too much into his below-par 82.27 metre throw as he prepares to defend his Olympic title in Paris. Chopra began his season with a second place finish…
THE UK parliament's conduct committee on Friday (17) released its report into the conduct of British Sikh peer Lord Kulveer Ranger and found him in breach of the code of conduct on bullying and harassment following a drunken incident in the House of Lords. The 49-year-old parliamentarian, who has apologised…
In an exciting development for Bridgerton fans, British-Indian actress Banita Sandhu has made her debut in the third season of Netflix’s hit period drama. Sandhu portrays Miss Malhotra, a character introduced to the Bridgerton universe in this season, based on Julia Quinn’s beloved book series. Banita Sandhu, known for her…
INDIA’s weather bureau has warned the country was facing its second heatwave in three weeks, including in areas where millions of people are set to vote in the six-week election. Analysts have blamed a dip in turnout compared to the last national poll in 2019 on widespread expectations that prime…
Rishi Sunak has confirmed that he will “of course” remain an MP if he loses the next general election. The prime minister expressed his commitment to staying in parliament regardless of the election outcome, as reported by Sky News. Speculation had arisen that Sunak, who previously worked at a hedge…
The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival will always hold a special place in actor Prateik Babbar’s life as his mother Smita Patil’s film Manthan is scheduled to be screened at the prestigious gala. During the early hours of Thursday, Prateik was spotted at the Mumbai airport as he…
A recent study revealed that hospital surgical teams with a higher proportion of female members contribute to improved patient recovery, reducing the likelihood of post-operative complications. Conducted over a decade and encompassing more than 700,000 operations, this extensive research, published in the British Journal of Surgery, has underscored the significance…
A recent study shows that football clubs play a crucial role in uniting communities and tackling social division. Conducted by the integration think tank British Future, the study highlights football’s ability to foster pride across different social groups. Research for the ‘Shared Goals’ project, involving clubs like Brentford FC and…
INDIAN actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walked the Cannes red carpet for the premiere of Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis in a stunning black gown by designers Falguni & Shane Peacock. A regular at the Cannes Film Festival for the past two decades, Aishwarya struck a pose in the monochrome gown adorned…
