Ten Syrian days that shook the Middle East – POLITICO

Ten Syrian days that shook the Middle East – POLITICO

As the offensive unfolded others agreed with al-Jolani, who has seemingly now dropped his nom de guerre and is using his birth name Ahmed al-Sharaa. They noted how fragile the regime appeared. “The Syrian Arab Army is a hollowed-out shell, far weaker than its ostensible numbers and weapons would indicate,” said former U.S. diplomat Alberto … Read more

Is your love for meat putting you at risk of diabetes? – Firstpost

Is your love for meat putting you at risk of diabetes? – Firstpost

Recent research has increasingly linked meat-heavy diets, particularly those rich in red and processed meats, to a heightened risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. A study published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology analysed data from nearly two million adults across 31 studies conducted in 20 countries, including the United States, Europe, and Asia. Researchers … Read more

bold and speedy steps needed from allies – POLITICO

bold and speedy steps needed from allies – POLITICO

The plan is “a bridge to any stage of ending the war. A bridge that strengthens Ukraine. Strengthens it politically, in terms of weapons, and in understanding what our future will be after the war,” the Ukrainian president said. On his U.S. trip next week, Zelenskyy will meet with Biden as well as Vice President … Read more

Policy expert slams Centre for co-hosting awareness session with seed industry on IPR

Policy expert slams Centre for co-hosting awareness session with seed industry on IPR

Hyderabad: The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority (PPV&FRA) has been slammed for ignoring farmers, farmers’ organizations and organizations working to protect farmers’ rights, in the “special awareness session on enforcement of the intellectual property rights in seeds” they co-hosted in Hyderabad on Friday. In a letter addressed to Dr Trilochan Mohapatra, Chairperson, … Read more

These five vegetables will be ready to harvest by summer if you plant them right now

These five vegetables will be ready to harvest by summer if you plant them right now

Beetroot The bulbs are an easy vegetable for first-time gardeners. Once the seeds germinate, they don’t require much attention. Sow the seeds in shallow drills or pots. If you already started a beetroot plant indoors, you can move it outside — just make sure the roots have yet to develop. Sweetcorn  If you want sweetcorn, … Read more

From $50 Startup Costs to Earning $7.3M Yearly: How Kevin Espiritu Built an Online Gardening Empire

From  Startup Costs to Earning .3M Yearly: How Kevin Espiritu Built an Online Gardening Empire

Epic Gardening was on track to generate $30 million in revenues last year. The business owner, Kevin Espiritu, wants his online gardening company to bring in $100 million annually as it scales. Kevin grew up as a regular suburban kid in California, and it took him several jobs and ventures before founding Epic Gardening in … Read more

Plant seeds with this household waste item – ‘don’t throw them away’

Plant seeds with this household waste item – ‘don’t throw them away’

“Don’t throw them away – use them as a planter for your garden,” Robinson said. He first packs the tube with dirt, pressing the ends so it stays inside. He only fills it halfway at first, then places the seed on top of the dirt. After adding the seed, he packs in the rest of … Read more