It could be a tedious task to be aware of all the latest developments happening around the globe. It is also important for students appearing for competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, etc, to stay updated. Try to solve the following questions to understand your strengths and weaknesses so that you can work on them.(File photo) … Read more
 "How early diagnosis can prevent millions from losing their sight – Firstpost")
Blindness remains a significant global health challenge with millions vulnerable due to preventable or treatable conditions. Globally, the primary causes of vision impairment and blindness are refractive errors, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration. According to WHO only 36% of individuals with distance vision impairment due to refractive error and 17% of those … Read more
In commemoration of the 2024 World Mental Health Day (WMHD), the First Lady of Nigeria, Remi Tinubu, has emphasised the importance of prioritising mental health in the workplace. Mrs Tinubu stated this in a statement on Thursday. She said this year’s theme: “It’s Time to Prioritise Mental Health in the Workplace,” is a timely call … Read more
Sep 07, 2024 11:21 AM IST Students appearing for competitive exams like UPSC CSE, SSC, etc., have to ensure that their preparation covers all the topics, such as general knowledge Students appearing for competitive exams like UPSC CSE, SSC, etc., have to ensure that their preparation covers all the topics, such as general knowledge. It … Read more
A trove of documents detailing more than two centuries of tornado events in Canada is now available to anyone with an internet connection. The files were housed in Environment Canada’s archives, and have been digitized and posted online as part of a multi-year project spearheaded by the Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) at Western University in … Read more
MUMBAI: Ahead of World Plastic Surgery Day (15 July), PETA India said it was launching an appeal to remind everyone that while humans may have a choice when it comes to the shape of their nose, pet dog breeds like Pugs and other flat-faced dogs don’t. PETA said they are intentionally and cruelly bred to … Read more
In the chilly waters of Vancouver Island’s Barkley Sound, gardeners are at work on the sea floor. They are scientists from the University of Victoria (UVic) who are trying to regrow kelp forests, a crucial part of the marine habitat, amid threats from heat waves, climate change and voracious sea urchins. Julia Baum, a UVic … Read more
Canadian actor Michael J. Fox joined Coldplay on stage for an emotional performance at England’s Glastonbury Festival Saturday. The Back to the Future star, who lives with Parkinson’s disease, came out on stage in a wheelchair and joined on guitar for the British band’s hits Humankind and Fix You. A sea of fans sang along. “The main reason … Read more
BENGALURU: The lack of awareness when it comes to paediatric stroke is so low and people are often stunned to hear that children can get stroke. Actors like Amitabh Bachchan need to talk about it to create awareness, said Dr Nirmal Surya, president of Indian Stroke Association (ISA) on Saturday.Speaking at a press conference after … Read more
Conservative MP Lianne Rood has put forward a private member’s bill that would ensure flight attendants are paid for their pre- and post-flight duties. Flight attendants have been advocating for changes to the labour code because they don’t start getting paid until their plane is in motion — and their compensation ends when the plane … Read more
