Manish Malhotra looks forward to 2021 with 'fabulous, amazing girls'

The 54-year-old star, Manish Malhotra, hopped on to Instagram and shared an all-smiles picture with the Bollywood actors -- Vaani Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Jacqueline Fernandez and Nushrat Bharucha.

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Canada to require air travellers to test negative for Covid-19

Canada will require air travellers aged 5 and up to test negative for Covid-19 before arrival, starting January 7, as the country tightens travel restrictions amid soaring cases of the coronavirus.

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

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 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 December 31.

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Study sheds light on explanation for lack of blood oxygenation detected in many...

One of the physiopathological characteristics of Covid-19 that has most baffled the scientific and medical community is what is known as “silent hypoxemia” or “happy hypoxia”.

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Study reveals single gene 'invented' haemoglobin several times

Thanks to the marine worm Platynereis dumerilii, an animal whose genes have evolved very slowly, a team of scientists have shown that while haemoglobin appeared independently in several species, it actually descends from a single gene transmitted to all by their last common ancestor.

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New study analyzes most effective Covid-19 control policies

The researchers from the University of Toronto, Rotman School of Management probed about the most effective ways to control the spread of Covid-19 that have been already by the policymakers around the globe.

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Snowfall in Kashmir valley brings in hordes of visitors seeking break from pandemic...

The famous twin resorts of Gulmarg and Pahalgam are witnessing a heavy influx of New Year revellers and most hotels are booked for weeks ahead, with the battered industry rejoicing over the return of the “good old days”.

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Scientists develop new method for visualizing breath to evaluate face masks

A new method for visualising the air exhaled while someone is speaking or singing could shed light on how diseases such as Covid-19 spread, and help evaluate the effectiveness of face masks, according to a study.

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New Year's Eve celebration ideas amid a global pandemic

This year the world is in the throes of one of the most devastating pandemic witnessed by the human race. The stringent Covid-19 prevention protocols call for isolation and social distancing. But there are still ways in which you can ring in the new year with great aplomb.

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Happy New Year 2021: Wishes, quotes, messages and images to share with loved on...

Happy New Year 2021: For people who are miles apart on this New Year, here is a list of Happy New Year 2021 messages, quotes and wishes that you can share with your loved ones to ring in the new decade.

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The sanity list: 47 discoveries that have been getting us through the pandemic

The pandemic forced us to rethink our daily routines and find some level of sanity amid the chaos, so Bloomberg Pursuits polled the newsroom to root out the best pandemic discoveries.

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Statue of slave kneeling before Lincoln is removed in Boston

A statue of Abraham Lincoln with a freed slave appearing to kneel at his feet — optics that drew objections amid a national reckoning with racial injustice — has been removed from its perch in downtown Boston.

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Five books that explain the world

As 2020 ends, here are five books that can help you make sense of a confusing world in the past year.

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Chinese tourists, gripped by coronavirus fears, scale back domestic travel plans

Chinese tourists, millions of whom have shunned overseas travel this year because of the global pandemic, are further narrowing the scope of their journeys, visiting nearby cities and avoiding trips out of their provinces.

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First trans beauty pageant finalist makes history in Nepal

When Angel Lama sashays down the catwalk in the Miss Universe Nepal finals on Wednesday she will make history as the first transgender woman to be a finalist in the Himalayan nation’s most glamorous annual event.

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French designer Pierre Cardin, licensing pioneer, dies at 98

Cardin, who died Tuesday at age 98, was the ultimate entrepreneurial designer. His name emblazoned hundreds of products, from accessories to home goods.

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Quebec calls for airport testing, quarantine checks to avoid holiday spread of ...

The Canadian province of Quebec on Tuesday urged the federal government to require Covid-19 testing for residents returning from year-end vacations.

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

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Discovery about how cancer cells evade immune defences inspires new treatment a...

A recent discovery about the process of evasion by cancer cells has led researchers towards a new approach to treat the disease.

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Philippines expands travel ban to limit spread of coronavirus variant

The Philippines will ban travellers from 19 countries and territories until mid-January as a measure to keep out a new variant of the coronavirus, its transport ministry said on Tuesday.

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Indonesia bans foreign visitors for two weeks over new coronavirus variant

International visitors will be barred from entering Indonesia for a two-week period to try to keep out a new potentially more contagious variant of the coronavirus, its foreign minister Retno Marsudi said on Monday.

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French retailers seek aid as sales fail to recover from lockdown

French retailers called for government support after sales failed to rebound fully from a second lockdown, suggesting measures to fight the coronavirus pandemic are changing consumer patterns.

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Pakistan extends ban on flights from UK

Pakistan on Monday extended the ban on flights from the UK for another week over fears of a new variant of the coronavirus which is reportedly spreading at a much faster rate.

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Common brain malformation traced to its genetic roots: Study

In new research, scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have shown that Chiari 1 malformation (common brain disorder) can be caused by variations in two genes involved in brain development.

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Study finds music-induced emotions can be predicted from brain scans

Researchers at the University of Turku have discovered what type of neural mechanisms are the basis for emotional responses to music.

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From child marriage to revenge porn: 10 set-backs for women in 2020

From mass job losses to soaring domestic violence, the rise of revenge porn and a widening gender poverty gap, 2020 has threatened to hobble progress on women’s equality as the Covid-19 pandemic wreaks global havoc.

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NYC's Moynihan Train Hall is about to transform travel

For a symbol of life-altering change in New York City next year, hundreds of thousands of East Coast train travellers and commuters need look no farther than the January 1 opening of the Moynihan Train Hall.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 29, 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 December 29.

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Is obesity dangerous? Does Covid-19 risk increase with obesity? Can we control ...

Obesity is a chronic and progressive disease that impacts every organ in the body, and impacts almost every aspect, be it physical, psychological, or social well-being of a person.

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Millennial pens short memoir of life with Ratan Tata

A new book talks about an uncommon bond between a millennial and Ratan Tata, who turned 83 on Monday, giving glimpses of the legendary entrepreneur in warm light.

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Lasting immunity against Covid-19 found after mild or asymptomatic infection: S...

Scientists have found evidence of protective immunity against Covid-19 in people up to four months after mild or asymptomatic coronavirus infection, providing hope for the long-lasting efficacy of vaccines.

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Behati Prinsloo showcases never-before-seen wedding dress by Alexander Wang

Supermodel Behati Prinsloo finally showcased a wedding dress from her 2014 nuptials to American singer Adam Levine.

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Scientists unveil mystery behind drug resistance in cancer through ecDNA forms

Researchers from Sanger Center here claimed that the free-floating circular DNA fragments, found in cancer cells, generate drug resistance in cancer.

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Casual smoking can lead to nicotine addiction, says study

According to diagnostic criteria, even those who consider themselves to be casual smokers might be addicted to cigarettes.

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Pregnant women, infants more prone to severe risks of SARS-CoV-2-infection

Research led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) indicated the severe risk of Covid-19 followed SARS-CoV-2 infection into pregnant women and newborns.

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British tourists, forced into quarantine, sneak out of Swiss ski resort

Around 200-420 British tourists in the ski resort of Verbier fled in the night over the 10-day retoactive quarantine ordered by the Swiss government due to the new Covid-19 variant found in England.

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Kangana Ranaut channels poetic skills with new self-written poem 'Rakh'

Actor Kangana Ranaut on Sunday showcased her poetic skills again with a new Hindi poem titled “Rakh”, which she posted on social media along with an artistically shot video.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 28, 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 December 28.

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Queen Elizabeth references Diwali, Vaisakhi and Eid in Christmas message

The 94-year-old monarch, who spent her first Christmas in decades without a larger royal family gathering, called for tolerance and mutual respect and reminded people of the contribution made to national life by people of many faiths and backgrounds.

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Indians may put off travel plans amid spread of new virus strain, possible flight...

Many people may put off their international travel plans due to concerns over the spread of new variant of coronavirus in some countries and possibility of flight bans by nations like Dubai, France and Singapore, a survey has revealed.

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Four eclipses in 2021, two to be visible in India

Ujjain-based Jiwaji Observatory’s Superintendent Dr Rajendraprakash Gupt said on Sunday that there will four eclipses in 2021, including one total solar eclipse and one total lunar eclipse, but only two will be visible from India.

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Sikkim suffers Rs 600-crore blow as coronavirus pandemic cripples tourism indus...

The tourism sector suffered losses to the tune of Rs 600 crore this year due to the pandemic, Sikkim Tourism Development Corporation (STDC) chairman Lukendra Rasaily said.

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AI-designed serotonin sensor helpful in studying sleep, mental health: Study

Researchers have described how they used advanced genetic engineering techniques to transform a bacterial protein into a new research tool that may help monitor serotonin transmission with greater fidelity than current methods.

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EU nations eagerly kick off mass Covid-19 vaccinations

Health care workers, the elderly and leading politicians got some of the first shots across the 27-nation bloc to reassure the public that the vaccinations are safe and represent the best chance to emerge from the pandemic.

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Demi Lovato preaches self love, body positivity with glittering stretch marks; opens...

In an Instagram post, the Sorry Not Sorry singer shared images of herself in a swimsuit, with liquid glitter painted onto her stretch marks.

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Differently abled couples tie the knot at mass wedding in Rajasthan following Covid-19...

The eleven couples pledged to say no to dowry under a campaign promoted by Narayan Seva Sansthan (NSS), an organisation that works for the wellbeing of differently-abled people and the underprivileged.

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'Wisdom starts with inquisitiveness': PM Modi lauds 92-year-old scholar from Tamil...

Emphasising on the need for curiosity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised 92-year-old Tamil scholar T Srinivasacharya Swami for writing a book on the computer by typing himself.

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Children are more receptive towards musical training during early years: Study

According to a recent study there might be a particular developmental phase during the early period of children’s life when their minds are most receptive towards musical training.

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Dance historian Sunil Kothari passes away, after testing positive for Covid-19 a...

Padma Shri dance historian and critic Sunil Kothari passed away Sunday morning at a Delhi hospital after he suffered a cardiac arrest a month after testing positive for coronavirus.

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Philippines extends UK travel ban amid new virus strain

In a bid to prevent the entry of new coronavirus strain in the country, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Saturday extended the ban on all flights from the United Kingdom for two more weeks.

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Resistance to certain cancer therapies may be caused by loss of anti-tumour protein...

According to Penn State College of Medicine researchers, the absence of a protein that works to prevent tumour formation may explain why some patients are resistant to common cancer therapy.

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New book on Gandhi to be unveiled by RSS chief on January 1

Mahatma Gandhi’s 1909 work “Hind Swaraj” is grounded in ‘dharma’ which is often but inadequately translated as religion, says a new book on the father of the nation scheduled to be launched on January 1 by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat.

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Study reveals how masks disrupt facial perception

A new study suggests that it may be difficult to recognize familiar faces when people wear surgical masks to help them protect against Covid-19.

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During pandemic, screen time and emotional health among parents' top concerns for...

Screen time, internet safety, unhealthy eating, depression and suicide, and lack of physical activity are the top concerns as of children, by their parents-- as suggested by a new national poll.

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Study sheds light on critical windows in pregnancy for Covid-19 vaccination

Scientists have found evidence of lower than expected transfer of protective antibodies against the novel coronavirus via the placenta from mothers who are infected in the third trimester.

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Goa bustles with tourists but pandemic may play party-pooper

New Year celebrations and parties in Goa might take a hit this time in view of the pandemic protocol and apprehensions over a new coronavirus strain in England, which has affected flight schedules.

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Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for December 27 - January 2, what's...

Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for December 27 - January 2. 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 December 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 December 27.

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No cafes, no tourists: Coronavirus empties streets of old Athens

The coronavirus pandemic has kept tourists away from the historic city center that forms a semi-circle around the Acropolis, and the area remained unusually devoid of pedestrians and motorists before Christmas.

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Christmas 2020: Here's how India celebrated amid coronavirus pandemic

Since the tradition holds that Jesus was born at night, many churches around the globe hold prayers on the evening of December 24 every year to commemorate the birth of Jesus.

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Different questioning style by doctors can help patients with suicidal tendencies:...

A recent study has revealed that patients with mental health issues can be helped in a better manner by doctors if a different approach is applied by them when questioning about suicide and self-harm.

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New video game developed to help identify attention deficit disorder in children

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder with an estimated prevalence of 7.2 per cent in children and adolescents, according to the latest evaluations.

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Women with ADHD are more likely to attempt suicide than men

ADHD can have negative consequences on mental health during adulthood. A nationally representative Canadian study reported that the lifetime prevalence of suicide attempts was much higher for women who had ADHD (24%) compared to women who had not (3%).

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Study reveals, blood vessels that fuel cancer can be controlled by enzyme disco...

A new study has revealed that with the help of an enzyme that limits blood vessel growth, it may be possible to develop new or better treatments for multiple health conditions.

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Coolie No 1 promotions: Sara Ali Khan planks in orange crop top, mini skirt

Sara Ali Khan also took to her Instagram to share some photos from her low-key Christmas celebrations with her friend, as well as Atrangi Re director Aanand L Rai and co-star Dhanushya.

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Older adults should undertake exercise ahead of elective surgery

New research suggests that older adults about to undergo elective surgery should undertake a sustained program of targeted exercise beforehand to counteract the muscle-wasting effects of bed rest.

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New class of drugs to treat blood and bone marrow cancers: Research

A group of scientists in the US, including an Indian-American from the prestigious Cleveland Clinic, have identified a potential new class of drugs that may prove effective in treating certain common types of blood and bone marrow cancers.

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UK air travellers need test as new strain spreads

U.K. travellers are facing more restrictions due to a new variant of the virus spreading within the country, with the U.S. insisting Britons must have a negative Covid-19 test within 72 hours of departing the U.K.

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Army organises cultural event Jashn-e-Baramulla, actor Ameesha Patel takes part

The Chinar Corps of the Indian Army organised the cultural event Jashn-e-Baramulla to promote the talent of youth.

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Study reveals Covid-19 severity is affected by proportion of antibodies targeting...

A recent study has revealed that Covid-19 antibodies wane significantly within several months of infection and preferentially target a different part of the virus in mild cases of Covid-19 than in comparison to severe ones.

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Kangana Ranaut does Christmas right, with a hiking session in the hills

Kangana Ranaut is making the most of winter in the hills, and went for a hike followed by a picnic with her sister-manager Rangoli Chandel and new sister-in-law Ritu.

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Sculpture honours 1st Black president of an American college

The first Black president of an American college is being honoured with a sculpture installed in the Vermont city where he was born in 1826.

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Study reveals disposable surgical masks have best acoustic effect on speech

The team of researchers tested disposable surgical masks, masks with a clear plastic window around the mouth, medical masks, along with homemade and store-bought cloth masks which comprised of different fabric types and no. of layers.

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Study reveals why an early start is key to developing musical skill later in li...

While the new study supports the idea that an early start is associated with higher levels of musical skills and achievement in adulthood, the underlying reasons for this may have more to do with familial influences -- such as genetic factors and an encouraging musical family environment.

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Turkey to require negative Covid-19 test result for travel

Turkey is enacting precautions for international travel, requiring a negative Covid-19 test for passengers to enter the country starting Monday until March.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 26, 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 December 26.

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Artists lead efforts to restore, preserve Gaza's old houses

The grand, 500-year-old brick walls of the al-Kamalaia School slowly emerged from years of accumulated garbage as grassroots preservers began the long process of restoring it to its former glory.

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Give your eyes a break: Optical hacks to adopt today

In a year when time spent before screens has risen, don’t ignore spells of blurry vision, headaches or itchiness in the eyes. They’re signs that you need to start scheduling screen-free breaks.

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Antibodies target different part of coronavirus in severe Covid-19 cases: Study

According to the scientists, including those from Stanford University in the US, the findings shed new light on the links between the course of the disease and a patient’s immune response.

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Covering faces around kids would not help mask emotions: Study

According to a new study, the proliferation of face coverings in order to keep a check on Covid-19, isn’t keeping children from understanding facial expressions.

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Coronavirus: Here's how our brains track where we and others go

A new University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) study reveals how your brain navigates places and monitors someone else in the same location.

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Urdu poet and critic Shamsur Rahman Faruqi dies of Covid-19 at 85

The Padma Shri poet was discharged from a hospital in Delhi on November 23 after recovering from coronavirus.

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Pop quiz, hotshot: Online quizzing is booming in India

There are new formats, niche themes and events where the aim isn’t even the right answer.

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Kareena Kapoor Khan, Malaika Arora, Ayushmann Khurrana: Inside B-town's Christmas...

Celebrities including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Malaika Arora, Genelia D’Souza, Ayushmann Khurana went for small celebrations for Christmas amid coronavirus times.

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Kylie Jenner transforms into sexy 'Mrs Claus', Grinch for Christmas 2020

Kylie Jenner had previously transformed into the Grinch, wearing a furry green mini dress, a long elf hat, high socks and gloves to promote her makeup brand, Kylie Cosmetics’ Grinch-themed holiday collection.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 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 December 25.

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Gauahar Khan twins with husband-to-be Zaid Darbar in teal for pre-wedding festivities....

Gauahar Khan is quite the fashionista and has been giving us some great inspiration on how to cutely co-ordinate with your better half for your special day.

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Light smokers may not escape nicotine addiction: Study

Even people who consider themselves to be casual cigarette smokers may be addicted, according to current diagnostic criteria.

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Opinion: Are you ready for the Roaring 2020s?

First, we stocked up on sweatpants, then we made home improvements. Next will we be booking vacations and buying beach bags? It’s not the most outrageous idea. 

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Goa set for Christmas celebration with Covid-19 norms in place

Amid the Covid-19 pandemic, Goa is all set to usher in Christmas festivities from Thursday midnight with beaches already crowded and markets abuzz with last-minute shopping by parishioners.

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Scarred by 2020, Gen Z looks to a coronavirus-free future

While a lot was heard about older people at risk from Covid-19, this younger generation - born between the late 1990s and the early 2010s - also saw their worlds turned upside down in 2020.

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Sara Ali Khan, Sonam Kapoor, Malaika Arora, Hina Khan: Your fashion guide for Christmas...

Take cue from celebrities including Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Alia Bhatt, Urvashi Rautela and Karisma Kapoor, on how to (and also how not to) dress for the holiday season, whether you decide to sit back and relax or party.

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Climate crisis is causing lakes to shrink

While global sea levels are rising due to the climate crisis and threatening near-coastal infrastructures, higher temperatures in other areas are having exactly the opposite effect.

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Study suggests chest pain risk assessment may reduce treatment disparities

The use of a standardised tool for assessing the risk of serious outcomes in patients with chest pain was associated with women at high risk receiving comparable care to men, according to new research.

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NYC couples are delaying weddings and buying apartments instead

New York City couples who called off wedding festivities during the pandemic are finding comfort -- and opportunity -- in real estate.

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Christmas 2020: History, significance and celebrations

Christmas 2020: Christmas is a time of joy and warmth, surrounded with the love of family members and the comradery of friends.

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Merry Christmas 2020: Wishes, quotes, images and greetings to share with family...

Merry Christmas 2020: This year, despite the pandemic, here are some warm greeting, wishes and messages that you can share with your loved ones for the festive season to celebrate alongside them.

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Do you know - Excess weight can increase the risk of Cancer?

Obesity is associated with increase rate of treatment complications in cancer patients. Among cancer survivors, obesity worsens the quality of life, recurrence, spread of the disease to the other parts of the body, and survival.

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'Mom's worth it': US holiday travel surges despite outbreak

Millions of Americans are travelling ahead of Christmas and New Year’s, despite pleas from public health experts that they stay home to avoid fuelling the raging coronavirus pandemic.

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Amrita Sher-Gil's rare portrait of husband fetches over Rs 10 crore at AstaGuru...

Modern Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil’s rare portrait of her husband Victor Egan fetched a whopping price of Rs 10.86 crore at AstaGuru’s recent ‘Modern Indian Art’ online sale.

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British model, fashion muse Stella Tennant dies at 50

Stella Tennant, the aristocratic British model who was a muse to designers such as Karl Lagerfeld and Gianni Versace, died suddenly at the age of 50, her family said Wednesday.

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How celebs utilised lockdown 2020: by setting fashion goals

Amid the Covid-induced lockdown, Hollywood and Bollywood stars set their fashion record straight, by experimenting with their looks and fashion statements and setting fashion goals for their fans.

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Winter storm in Dakotas, Minnesota make travel frightful

A storm that began with snow, strong winds and bitter cold into the eastern Dakotas and western Minnesota early Wednesday and began moving east was making travel treacherous and grounded flights on one of the most anticipated air travel days since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 24, 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 December 24.

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Return of UK air travel is slowed by demand for Covid-19 test

Air travel from Britain to France resumed after a two-day halt, though eligibility restrictions and a new Covid-19 testing requirement limited the number of people able to board.

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A season of fear, not cheer, as coronavirus changes Christmas

All most people wanted for Christmas after this year of pandemic uncertainty and chaos was some cheer and togetherness. Instead many are heading into a season of isolation, grieving lost loved ones and other worries.

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Masks not enough to stop Covid-19's spread without social distancing: Study

In a recent study, researchers tested how five different types of mask materials impacted the spread of droplets that carry the coronavirus when we cough or sneeze.

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Nushrratt Bharuccha's latest photos in monochrome sharara, heavy kohled eyes go...

Nushrratt Bharuccha’s latest Instagram post has gone viral, in it the Pyaar Ka Punchnama fame actor can be seen in a white peplum kurti and sharara pants, both of which are embellished with mirror work and black thread embroidery.

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Performing in the pandemic, by zoom, drive-in and doorstep

The pandemic has upended entertainment industries, driving thousands out of work, reshaping time-tested institutions and accelerating digital transformations. Yet despite gathering being nearly impossible in 2020, many have found ways to connect nevertheless — even if applause is on mute, and standing ovations are sounded by car honks.

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Restorers save Giotto frescoes in Assisi's Chapel of the Magdalene

They are using medical syringes in Assisi these days, but it has nothing to do with the pandemic. Restorers are using them to save priceless 700-year-old frescoes by Giotto.

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Sara Ali Khan channels her inner princess in lace gown, tiara. Take cue for acing...

Sara Ali Khan is looking like the most ethereal white bride in her latest social media post and we simply can’t get enough.

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'Tram World' set to offer sneak peak into Kolkata culture

The city on Tuesday got its ‘Tram World’, a concept that its makers WBTC claimed to be unique in the world, where people will get an opportunity to soak themselves in a myriad of interests like art, music and heritage

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Masks alone may not stop Covid-19 spread without physical distancing: Study

Simply wearing a face mask may not protect you from catching the novel coronavirus, that causes Covid-19, if you are not maintaining physical distancing, according to a study.

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Louis Vuitton yoga mat made of leather draws Hindu complaint

A Hindu activist is calling on luxury goods maker Louis Vuitton to pull a yoga mat made partly from cowhide leather, calling it “hugely insensitive.”

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Covid-19 immunity lasts at least 8 months, hope for longevity of vaccinations: ...

People who have recovered from the novel coronavirus infection have immune memory to protect against reinfection for at least eight months, according to a new study which provides strong evidence for the likelihood that Covid-19 vaccines will work for long periods.

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France to reopen border with England for Covid-clear travellers

France will reopen its borders to passengers from England on Wednesday, ending a blockade intended to stop the spread of a new coronavirus variant, but which has held up thousands of lorries before Christmas.

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When Prince of Wales came to Patna, first medical college was named after him

Ninety-nine years ago on this day, the then Prince of Wales had arrived in Patna as part of his royal tour of India, and the first medical college of Bihar and Orissa was named after him to commemorate his visit to what was then a young provincial capital.

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Holiday shoppers with money to burn covet secondhand luxury

Covid-19 has made most shoppers cost-conscious this holiday season, but those with cash to burn are still finding ways to splurge. As retail sales in general suffer, luxury fashion—the previously owned kind—is flying off the shelves.

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Amid pandemic, digital gifts for festive season are the way out

At a time when everyone is trying to stay home, grocery delivery or food delivery can alleviate the stress of outings. And if one is far apart from the loved ones, sending digital gifts will help in keeping the festive cheer alive.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 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 December 23.

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Ballads of protest: Haryanvi artistes pen, sing songs for agitating farmers in ...

A corner of the farmers protest site at the Tikri border on the Haryana side reverberates every day with strains of folk music and songs whose lyrics tell tales of struggle and resistance.

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Mumbai airport says passengers from Middle East, Europe will be subject to institutional...

Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport has said all passengers arriving from the Middle East and European countries will be subjected to mandatory institutional quarantine from Tuesday.

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UK scientists probe new coronavirus variant's spread in children

Scientists in the UK are investigating the impact of a new mutant variant of coronavirus, named VUI-2020 12/01, on children and whether its faster transmission in parts of England is down to the younger segment of the population.

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Smartphone fitness apps, wearable activity trackers boost physical activity lev...

Smartphone fitness apps and wearable activity trackers do help boost physical activity levels, finds a review and pooled data analysis of the available evidence.

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Documentary on Guru Nanak to be seen all over US during Christmas holidays

The first-ever English documentary on Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, will be seen all over America during the Christmas holidays.

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Loneliness could worsen as Covid-19 disrupts Christmas, UK charities warn

Mental health experts and charities warned that loneliness and mental health problems arising from months of lockdowns could worsen as Britain banned millions from meeting after the discovery of a more infectious strain of the coronavirus.

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Scientists urge concern, not alarm over new virus strains

Questions are multiplying as fast as new strains of the coronavirus, especially the one now moving through England. Scientists say there is reason for concern but that the new strains should not cause alarm.

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Researchers use video games to identify attention deficit disorder in children

Adapting a traditional endless runner video game and using a raccoon as its protagonist, a team of researchers has developed a platform that allows the identification and evaluation of the degree of ADHD in children and adolescents.

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Wuhan's vogue dancers embrace new freedom as Covid-19 anniversary nears

Wuhan hasn’t recorded a new case since May and has largely returned to normal, but young people in the city say the disruptive and mentally challenging time has permanently altered their outlook on life.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 22, 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 December 22.

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Lithuania set to legalise gay civil partnerships next year, says LGBT+ lawmaker

Lithuania looks set to legalise same-sex civil partnerships next year, but gay marriage could be up to a decade away, according to the country’s only openly LGBT+ lawmaker.

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Higher risk of glaucoma suspected in infants undergoing cataract surgery, says ...

A study of the National Eye Institute (NEI) funded by Infant Aphakic Treatment discovered that cataract surgery may lead to increased eye pressure and optic nerve damage in infants.

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Study reveals living environment affects microbiota, health of both dogs and their...

Simultaneous allergic traits appear to be associated with the microbes found in the environment, but microbes relevant to health differ between dogs and humans.

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Study finds how Covid-19 hastens stroke risk

A recent study led by researchers from University of California- Los Angeles Health Sciences (UCLA) determined the running fluid spiked with a Covid-19-like protein through a 3D-printed model to explain how the virus increases the risk of stroke.

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Here's why some people may become seriously ill from meningococcal bacteria

In a breakthrough study, a team of scientists have come one step closer toward understanding why some people become seriously ill or die from a common bacterium that leaves most people unharmed.

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Mostly virus-free Kauai hit by pandemic after travel resumes

Kauai went from having no active infections at all in the first part of October to at least 84 new cases in the ensuing seven weeks.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 21, 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 December 21.

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Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for December 20-26, what's in store...

Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for December 20-26. 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 December 20, 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 December 20.

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Couch surfing: As therapists turn influencers, here's what to watch out for

The helpful, humorous videos about mental health can act as a gateway in times of stress, make the idea of counselling less intimidating, but must never be seen as a substitute for the real thing.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 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 December 19.

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Plants with special needs: Caring for potted carnivores

These gardeners like a challenge. If it’s a plant that feeds on insects, grows in water or grows on other plants, you can count them in.

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Good, bad and ugly: John le Carré's keepers of the code

His characters are nuanced and complex, not good and not bad. There is betrayal, but it isn’t always the bad guy who betrays.

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Code words, covert operations, action: le Carré at the movies

Over the decades, filmmakers, script writers and actors have found inspiration in the British novelist’s complex plots that laid bare the quintessential human condition.

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Jakarta sets curfew for restaurants, malls to curb virus spread

Indonesia’s capital is stepping up movement restrictions in a bid to curb the spread of coronavirus as more people are set to travel to and from the city over the year-end holiday.

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Telangana Governor advocates for the promotion of Bhagavad Gita among younger g...

Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan on Thursday said that it was high time that the younger generation should inculcate the habit of reading Bhagavad Gita.

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Spanish art show spotlights 'hidden' digital divide in pandemic

A painting of a woman using an iPad, a vase depicting children dreaming of computers - both historical objects with a contemporary twist highlighting the world’s growing digital divide during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Mandatory Covid-19 vaccines for travel would 'kill the sector'

The rollout of vaccines against Covid-19 has intensified debate about whether they should be made mandatory, with the head of a major tourism lobby saying that doing so would cause irreparable harm to the struggling sector.

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Babies born to Covid-19 mothers have antibodies, Singapore study finds

All five babies born to women with Covid-19 infection during a study in Singapore have had antibodies against the virus, although the researchers said it is not yet clear what level of protection this may offer.

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Covid-19 virus can cause blood-brain barrier, says new study

A new study by University of Washington Health Sciences/UW Medicine strongly claims that Covid-19 virus can show cognitive effects to the patients such as brain fog and fatigue.

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UK slavery museum criticised for 'dehumanising' sex trafficking exhibition

Britain’s International Slavery Museum is facing a backlash over a “dehumanising” exhibition on human trafficking in the porn industry, which features an image of a naked woman with tape over her mouth and abusive comments plastered on her body.

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Will Cambodia's garment sector rebound after 'horror year'?

Cambodia’s $7 billion garment sector - the country’s largest employer with 800,000, mostly female, workers - was dealt a double blow this year by the coronavirus pandemic and by European Union (EU) tariffs imposed over human rights abuses.

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Sydney's virus cluster surge triggers travel restrictions

Sydney is scrambling to contain an outbreak of Covid-19, throwing travel plans into chaos a week out from Australia’s peak summer holiday season as states reimpose restrictions on visitors coming from New South Wales.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 18, 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 December 18.

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Rights groups condemn Hungarian ban on same-sex adoptions

Human rights groups on Wednesday condemned a new Hungarian law that effectively bans adoption for same-sex couples and applies a strict Christian conservative viewpoint to the legal definition of a family.

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Oral hormone therapy shown to significantly alter metabolome of menopausal women

Groundbreaking research led by a team of scientists including a University of Massachusetts Amherst biostatistician shows that oral hormone therapy significantly alters the metabolome of postmenopausal women.

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Happy birthday, John Abraham: Lesser known facts about the Bollywood heartthrob

Happy birthday, John Abraham: On his 48th birthday, let us take a look into the enigma that is John Abraham. Here are some lesser-known facts about his life and work in the glamourous world of Bollywood.

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US court overturns Ohio ban on transgender changes to birth certificates

A U.S. federal court overturned a Ohio state ban on Wednesday that prevented transgender people from changing the sex designation on their birth certificates.

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Will London's Oxford Street survive Covid?

About half of London’s West End retail and hospitality sales come from international tourists. With the vaccine rolling out around the world, some travel is expected to resume. But it’s possible that things won’t start to improve until at least the end of next year.

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Survey reveals a fair pay baseline in Italian luxury fashion

Italian luxury producers and suppliers on Wednesday received a “pretty positive” report card from the Fair Wage Network, in the first large-scale survey of pay and working conditions in the sector.

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Covid falling or flat in 38 states on eve of holiday travel

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention forecasts weekly cases will begin dropping in January. Yet public-health experts fear holiday travel could scuttle those projections.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 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 December 17.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 16, 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 December 16.

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Poverty linked to higher risk of Covid-19 death: Study

People in Scotland’s poorest areas are more likely to be affected by severe Covid-19 - and to die from the disease - than those in more affluent districts, according to a study of critical care units.

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Turkey leftovers are perfect for this butter chicken recipe

This Butter Chicken recipe is a take on Chef Vivek Singh’s Old Delhi-Style Butter Chicken but uses turkey breast instead of chicken. Check it out!

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New coronavirus strain spreading in UK has key mutations: Scientists

British scientists are trying to establish whether the rapid spread in southern England of a new variant of the virus that causes Covid-19 is linked to key mutations they have detected in the strain, they said on Tuesday.

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First 10 days after leaving hospital carry high risk for Covid-19 patients: Stu...

Researchers found that Covid-19 patients had a 40 to 60 per cent higher risk of ending up back in the hospital or dying in the first 10 days, compared with similar patients treated at the same hospitals during the same months for heart failure or pneumonia.

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas shares loved up post with husband Nick Jonas and pet Diana...

Priyanka Chopra Jonas can be seen in the picture tightly hugging husband and musician Nick Jonas and her cute little pupper, Diana, their London home’s Christmas tree gleaming in the background.

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Skiers hit slopes in Catalania after Covid-19 restrictions are eased

Skiers hit the slopes of Catalonia on Monday for the first time this season after the Spanish region eased coronavirus restrictions.

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Air travel demand is higher than ever in Australia, Jetstar says

With fewer than 50 active Covid-19 cases, Australia is experiencing a domestic holiday boom as internal travel restrictions ease.

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Improper DNA division leads to human developmental disorder: Study

A recent study by University of Alabama at Birmingham describes a rare genetic development disorder that causes dwarfism, small ears, a small brain, missing patella and other skeletal abnormalities in humans.

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Injury to axon can stop neuron growth, says new study

A recent study led by researchers from the University of California - San Diego, has claimed that injury to axons can lead to severe neurodegenerative conditions and also suggested ways to protect it for encouraging neuron growth.

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How moon controls release of methane in Arctic Ocean, new study

A study lead by University in Tromso The Arctic University of Norway has claimed that the moon has a role to play in controlling the amount of methane gas released by the Arctic Ocean.

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Airlines warned over safety as jets return from pandemic storage

Regulators, insurers and experts are warning airlines to take extra care when reactivating planes left in extended storage during the Covid-19 pandemic, citing potential pilot rustiness, maintenance errors and even insect nests blocking key sensors.

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Draped to perfection: Kangana Ranaut asks fans how she looks in yellow in Rs 1.25...

Kangana Ranaut could be going through a storm, but she will do it fashionably. The Thalaivi and Tanu Weds Manu Returns actor who has recently always been in the news for one controversy or the other doesn’t let anything hamper her spirit it seems and is always going about business unfazed.

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Researchers reveal how human brains know when something's different

In a study involving epilepsy patients, National Institutes of Health has discovered how a set of high-frequency brain waves may help us spot these kinds of differences between the past and the present.

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Crowdfunding drives wave of UK lawsuits over trans rights

Campaigners pushing back against transgender rights in Britain have used crowdfunding websites to fund at least 18 lawsuits in the past four years, from challenging guidelines for schools to accommodate trans pupils to restricting puberty-blocking drugs.

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Choose yourself: Jacqueline Fernandez sets fitness goals with post-workout picture,...

Jacqueline Fernandez has one of the best bodies in Bollywood, and her fitness routine is impossible to even attempt by us normals. Here’s what the 35-year-old Sri Lankan beauty does to keep those abs toned and it involves multiple boot camps...

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Open discussions on mental health needed as cases rose during coronavirus lockdown:...

Filmmaker Gauri Shinde along with author and wife of actor Ayushmann Khurrana, Tahira Kashyap Khurrana on Monday took part in a panel discussion ‘Mind Your Mind,’ to discuss children’s mental health.

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Mom-to-be Kareena Kapoor Khan puts maternity spin on athleisure; flaunts baby bump...

Mom-to-be Kareena Kapoor Khan can pull off any look, and she proved that yet again as she flaunted her baby bump in a cute pale pink sports bra, matching high-waist leggings as she shot for an upcoming ad for a leading sportswear brand.

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A night at the ballet, in time for 'Nutcracker' season

Of all the artists whose livelihoods have been devastated by the coronavirus pandemic, dancers have been among those hit hardest. As the months have gone by, dancers have worked hard to stay relevant, busy, in shape — and ready to jump back in when it’s safe again.

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High blood pressure at any age, no matter how long you have it, may speed cognitive...

Having high blood pressure is a risk factor for cognitive decline, which includes such things as memory, verbal fluency, attention and concentration.

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South Africa closes beaches to fight resurgence of Covid-19

All beaches will be closed from December 16 until January in the Eastern Cape province and the Garden Route tourist area in the Western Cape province. In Kwazulu-Natal province, beaches will be closed on public holidays including Christmas and New Year’s Day.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 15, 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 December 15.

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Terry Kay, author of 'To Dance With the White Dog,' dies

Terry Kay, a native of Georgia who won fans at home and abroad for his novels set in the South, has died. He was 82. His death on Saturday was announced on his Facebook page.

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Couch or cubicle? Vaccine may not lure Americans back to the office

Months into a pandemic that has dramatically changed work-life balance. Americans say they’ve actually adapted fine to home offices and dining room table workstations, and most want to continue working from home after the pandemic.

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Families marry off daughters to ease finances amid Covid-19

With schools closed and pressure on household finances mounting, marrying off young girls has become a more viable option for reducing expenses.

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Bacteria can travel from one continent to another in atmospheric dust: Study

Some bacteria can travel from one continent to another ‘hidden’ in atmospheric dust, according to a new study which says these microbes may not only affect human and animal health, but also impact climate and ecosystems.

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Companies look past pandemic as work and leisure patterns shift

With the widespread availability of coronavirus vaccines in sight, planning for post-pandemic business conditions among companies is taking on greater urgency. For certain sectors like retail, media and entertainment, that means tackling secular changes that have been accelerated by the crisis.

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Scientists focus on bats for clues to prevent next pandemic

In a highly connected world, an outbreak in one place endangers the entire globe, just as the coronavirus did. And the Brazilian team is just one among many worldwide racing to minimize the risk of a second pandemic this century.

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'Abu Dhabi' doughnut a Hanukkah hit in Israel

Doughnuts, called “sufganiyot” in Hebrew, are a popular fare in Israel during the current holiday of Hanukkah, in which Jews traditionally eat deep-fried delicacies.

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Flying fur prices put fox in focus as mink cull sparks shortage

The global fur trade, worth more than $22 billion a year, is reeling from Denmark’s decision to kill 17 million farmed mink after Covid-19 outbreaks at hundreds of farms led to the discovery of a new strain of coronavirus in the mammals.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 14, 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 December 14.

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Patients with non-cardiac chest pain are reassured with brief education: Study

A new study shows that explaining the test results convinces patients and reduces the likelihood of future chest pain.

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Mahatma Gandhi's statue in US defaced by 'Khalistani elements'; anti-farm law supporters...

During a rally to express solidarity with farmers who are agitating against the recently enacted agricultural laws in India, the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in front of the Indian Embassy was defaced and vandalised by certain “Khalistani elements”.

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Study: Target 'zombie' cells to improve Cervical cancer

A report from the Medical College of Georgia scientists reveal that a zombie cell called senescence-associated with cervical cancer can improve the standard treatments if targeted.

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Covid-19 complications include kidney, lung and cardiovascular issues: Study

According to new research, a larger study of patients in the USA has revealed that individuals who contracted Covid-19 suffered from several complications like kidney, lung, and cardiovascular issues due to the disease.

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New ways to enhance memory for those with traumatic brain injury: Study

In a novel study, researchers focus on encoding of the brain and claim new ways to enhance memory for the people suffering from traumatic brain diseases like Alzheimer.

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Here's how exercising may protect bone health after weight loss surgery

A recent study has pointed on the detrimental effects on bone health because of weight loss surgery. The novel research also suggests that exercise may help address this shortcoming.

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Kylie Jenner flaunts her red hair during holiday in LA

American television personality Kylie Jenner took the world of Instagram by a storm on Saturday with a picture of herself flaunting her red hair.

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UK homeowner delays sale of home after Banksy mural appears

Banksy’s latest mural has delayed a homeowner’s plans to sell in England after it recently appeared on the house’s exterior wall.

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Why do people differ in their ability to use language: Study

As a part of a large study researchers tried to find the answer to why even native speakers who have learned to speak their mother tongues fluently still differ in their language using abilities at an individual level.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 13, 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 December 13.

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Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for December 13-19, what's in store...

Weekly Tarot Card Readings: Tarot prediction for December 13-19. What do the cards have in store for Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius and other zodiac signs for this week.

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Carrots are healthy, but active enzyme unlocks full benefits

Carrots are a good source of beta-carotene, which is a precursor of vitamin A. But to get the full health benefits of this superfood, you need an active enzyme to produce this vitamin, suggest the findings of a novel study.

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'A little person in history': Adolescents who signed up to test Covid-19 vaccine

Two adolescent siblings in the United States who signed up for a coronavirus vaccine trial said they did it because they wanted to make their own small contribution to history.

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Here's how career thoughts, parental relationships are linked in adolescents with...

Potential links between negative or dysfunctional career thoughts and the quality of parental relationships in high school students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), was explored in a novel study.

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New insights about age-related macular degeneration could spur better treatments

New research reveals insights into potential drivers of the disease -- which currently has no cure -- that could be targeted through prevention or treatment strategies.

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New York city to close indoor dining as coronavirus spike continues

Governor Andrew Cuomo said he based his decision to close indoor dining on an updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that persons should avoid a situation of being unable to wear a mask while being in a public place indoors.

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Coronavirus: Scientists evaluate various mask protection, modifications against...

Scientists have assessed the filtering efficiency provided by various types of facemask modifications, and found that masks made of two layers of woven nylon are some of the most effective when fit snug against the wearer’s face.

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Here's how every week of coronavirus lockdown increases binge drinking

A new peer-reviewed study published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, suggests that harmful drinking among adults increases as they spend more time at home in the lockdown.

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Mental health metaphors being increasingly mixed up in rap music: Study

A study has recently revealed that the increase in mental health messages from rap artists could shape the conversations for their younger listeners who are at a higher risk of experiencing issues related to mental health.

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Researchers rank various mask protection, modifications against coronavirus

Scientists researched the protectiveness of various kinds of consumer-grade and modified masks, assuming the wearer was exposed to the novel coronavirus, like when we interact with an unmasked infected person.

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Travel restrictions at US land borders extended through January 21

U.S. land borders with Canada and Mexico will remain closed to non-essential travel until at least January 21 with coronavirus cases spiking to record numbers, U.S. and Canadian officials said on Friday.

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United Air holds out hope for summer travel on vaccine progress

United Airlines Holdings Inc. predicted that sales will rebound next summer as vaccines take hold, even as the company echoed rivals in warning that surging coronavirus cases have caused near-term demand to weaken over the past month.

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Bolivia approves first same-sex union following legal battle

Bolivia’s civil registry authorized for the first time a same sex civil union following a two-year legal battle, a decision activists in the Andean nation hope will pave the way for an overhaul of the country’s marriage laws.

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'RE: Think, Act, Create' launches The ReFashion Hub

After the successful online garment donation drive- Re.purposed- with NGOs in Mumbai and the launch of India’s first digital local textile museum Karkhana Chronicles, fashion campaign RE: Think, Act, Create launched The ReFashion Hub on 10th December 2020.

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New Zealand creates its first 'travel bubble' with Cook Islands

New Zealand and the Cook Islands will let people travel between the countries without quarantine, in what would be New Zealand’s first reciprocal “travel bubble” since the new coronavirus prompted border closures around the world.

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Want my book to reach to people who don't read poems: Arun Kumar on 'Mantram Be...

Business executive-turned-poet Arun Kumar wants to reach out to people who do not normally read poems through his new book “Mantram Beach”, which offers expressions of hope to readers going through challenging times.

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Why is there so little ring-craft in boxing movies, asks Rudraneil Sengupta

From Rocky to Southpaw, champions on the big screen fight like drunk bar brawlers, train like they don’t care for their fists.

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A crowdsourced history told through everyday objects

The Museum of Material Memory is documenting personal stories from across the subcontinent, inviting people to send in photos of an object that’s been in the family, with a story on its significance.

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A sight for shore eyes: A new rehab clinic that cares just for turtles

The centre, in Airoli near Mumbai, leverages a network of vets, activists and first responders to offer the best possible care to every precious flipper stranded on the city’s shores.

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Indians and I have always been natural friends: Jeffrey Archer

It is a question many of his “big” author friends have asked but Jeffrey Archer, one of the most widely read writers in English, says he doesn’t know why his books sell in millions in India and just feels lucky that they do.

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Ballika Vadhu fame Avika Gor is unrecognisable in first fashion shoot post dramatic...

Avika Gor shared, “We all take so many of our qualities/characteristics for granted. I was so busy worrying about what I didn’t like in myself, that I didn’t really acknowledge the good things(not just physical appearance, overall). Ever since, I try my best to think of the positives in me and it helps me feel confident and peaceful....”

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Surreal, 3D, in-game: Where the gig is going next

As arenas stay closed, artists are using extended reality, videogame settings, even offering ‘VIP’ virtual access, to woo paying audiences around the world.

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Yay or Nay? Priyanka Chopra Jonas' high fashion look with embellished Crocs is blurring...

Priyanka Chopra Jonas can look good in absolutely anything, yes, even chunky black Crocs that usually make us scream, “WHAT ARE THOSE?!”

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As Bhutan scraps gay sex ban, what pro-LGBT+ steps have others taken?

As countries around the world move to dismantle often centuries-old laws banning gay sex, Bhutan has become the latest nation to take steps to ease restrictions on same-sex relationships.

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Bookshops, hairdressers in Greece to reopen for Christmas

Greek authorities have announced that bookshops and hairdressers will be allowed to open as of next Monday, while all other retail stores, entertainment venues, restaurants, bars and cafes will remain shut throughout the Christmas period.

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Cash-strapped Indonesians turn to online Sunday market

As the pandemic tore through Indonesia, leaving many without income, the artists moved the market online, providing space for sellers to register online while buyers are required to preorder.

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Study details first artificial intelligence tool to help labs rule-out Covid-19

A recent study conducted with collaborators from the University of Vermont and Cedars-Sinai describes the performance of Biocogniv’s new AI-Covid software.

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UN food agency to receive Nobel prize in online event

The World Food Program will receive its Nobel Peace Prize Thursday, in an event very different from the traditional pomp-filled celebration in the Norwegian capital because of the coronavirus outbreak.

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'Aachoo!!' Banksy confirms he created Sneezing Granny artwork on Bristol house

England-based anonymous street graffiti artist Banksy on Thursday revealed that a mural that appeared overnight on the wall of a house on the bottom of steep street in Bristol is indeed his work.

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Nine months into the pandemic, rethink those bad habits — again

Pandemic anxiety has disturbed our sleep. Boredom has encouraged some of us to do a little too much impulsive online shopping. Mental health has suffered during this pandemic, and habits like these don’t alleviate the suffering.

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Americans get stern holiday Covid-19 warning: 'No Christmas parties'

A top coronavirus adviser to President-elect Joe Biden delivered a stern holiday message to Americans on Thursday - “no Christmas parties” - and warned they face a Covid-19 siege for weeks to come despite the latest moves toward U.S. government approval of a vaccine.

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Anne Frank memorial in Idaho vandalized with swastikas signs reading 'We are ev...

“These stickers were plastered throughout the Memorial yesterday. I fear for what is happening to our community”, the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights, which manages the museum, posted on their Facebook.

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Coronavirus: Self-collected saliva samples prove effective for diagnosing Covid...

Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) have found that SARS-CoV-2 genetic material can be reliably detected in self-collected saliva samples at a rate similar to that of nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs.

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Clear Channel cancels billboard art depicting Floyd's death

Clear Channel Outdoor has cancelled a billboard order for downtown Minneapolis that featured an artist’s painting of George Floyd being restrained by three police officers.

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Two local firms win gold in India's first LGBT+ work equality index

Two Indian firms, the Godrej Group and Hindustan Unilever, were named top employers for LGBT+ people on Thursday, in the country’s first workplace equality index, launched two years after it decriminalised gay sex.

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Tiger King, My Octopus Teacher, Fleetwood Mac: Pop Culture in (ugh) 2020, from the...

And now, for our annual look at the year in pop culture…. Oh, wait. This was 2020. The year everything stopped cold. Well, not really. Truth is, people turned to culture of all kinds in 2020 — highbrow and lowbrow — to satisfy varied and sometimes conflicting needs: Distraction, inspiration, consolation, escapism, hope.

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Abortion helpline calls surge in Poland after court's near-total ban

Calls to a Polish abortion support hotline have increased more than five-fold since a court imposed a near-total ban on terminations in October, organisers of the service said on Thursday, as protests over the ruling continue.

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Japan urges 'quiet' year-end, but to keep up tourism campaign

Japan’s government urged people on Friday to spend a “quiet” year-end after daily coronavirus infections hit a record, but said it would keep providing subsidies to promote tourism despite media reports that it may pause the campaign.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 11, 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 December 11.

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Harking back to childhood, Britons mourn the decline of their high street

Shoppers have shunned physical stores to avoid catching Covid-19, even outside of official lockdowns, and accelerated a shift to online shopping that was underway before the pandemic.

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Moderna begins study of Covid-19 vaccine in adolescents

Moderna Inc said on Thursday it had dosed the first participant in a mid-to-late stage study testing its Covid-19 vaccine candidate in adolescents aged 12 to less than 18.

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LVMH scion sees fewer far-flung fashion shows in luxury's future

The eldest son of LVMH’s founder looks back to the luxury conglomerate’s fashion show held in Rio de Janeiro four years ago and recognizes that those days are probably gone for good.

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Toxin provides clues to long-term effects of diarrhea caused by E. coli

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have discovered that a toxin produced by the bacterium Escherichia coli, long known to cause diarrhea, also has other effects on the human digestive tract.

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Japan's domestic travel campaign linked to increased Covid-19 symptoms: Study

Researchers in Japan found a higher incidence of Covid-19 symptoms among people who have participated in a domestic travel campaign promoted by the government, suggesting that it is contributing to a spread in the virus.

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Solo sauna a hot favourite in Tokyo as coronavirus cases rise

The spread of the novel coronavirus may have slowed economies and closed many businesses worldwide, but it hasn’t been a damper on a newly opened Tokyo sauna that caters to solo customers.

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Can I stop wearing a mask after getting a Covid-19 vaccine?

Can I stop wearing a mask after getting a Covid-19 vaccine? No. For a couple reasons, masks and social distancing will still be recommended for some time after people are vaccinated.

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Bhutan parliament decriminalizes homosexuality, to delight of activists

A joint sitting of both houses of Bhutan’s parliament approved a bill on Thursday to legalize gay sex, making the tiny Himalayan kingdom the latest Asian nation to take steps towards easing restrictions on same-sex relationships.

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Amid dipping ratings, viewership and toxic workplace allegations, Ellen Degeneres...

Did Ellen Degeneres buy a $49 million house to get Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on the Ellen show amid dipping ratings and no A-lister guests? Here is (almost) everything that led to the formerly beloved talk show host’s downfall and how she’s trying to get back into people’s hearts...

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Australian scientists develop genome sequencing to trace Covid-19 cases within four...

Australian scientists said on Thursday they had developed a rapid genome sequencing method that would cut to within four hours the time taken to trace the source of coronavirus cases.

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Scientists clarify origins of pterosaurs, the dinosaur era's flying reptiles

Scientists may have solved one of paleontology’s enduring mysteries - the evolutionary origins of the flying reptiles called pterosaurs that ruled the skies at the same time that dinosaurs dominated the land.

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Allergic reactions to vaccines rare, short-lived

Vaccines can sometimes cause allergic reactions, but they are usually rare and short-lived. British regulators are looking into reports of allergic reactions in two people who received the new Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday, the first day of a vaccination program. A look at allergic reactions to vaccines...

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Studies reveal potential weaknesses in SARS-CoV-2 infection

A single protein that appears necessary for the COVID-19 virus to reproduce and spread to other cells is a potential weakness that could be targeted by future therapies.

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After White House stint, US First Lady Melania Trump 'wants to go home', write ...

Melania Trump is focused on her legacy and she is considering a book though it would not be a memoir but “is toying” with the idea of writing a photo-centric book.

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Covid scare on cruise ship shows perils of resuming tourism

As Wednesday dragged on, some people on the ship, now back at the Marina Bay Cruise Centre, took to their balconies for fresh air in an all-too familiar 2020 sight -- another floating palace, docked but isolated as the arduous process of contact tracing and testing gets underway.

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Christmas 2020: Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Masaba Gupta join Hollywood A-listers including...

Priyanka Chopra and Masaba Gupta joined celebrities like Elizabeth Banks, Sophie Turner, Jon Bon Jovi, Cara Delevingne, Celine Dion, to have some festive fun. Here’s what it’s all about...

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Vardy shows support for LGBT fans with message on rainbow corner flag

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has written a message of support to the club’s LGBT fans group, Foxes Pride, on the rainbow corner flag he shattered while celebrating his winner against Sheffield United on Sunday.

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Oman to give 10-day visa-free entry to 103 countries to boost tourism

Oman will exempt nationals of 103 countries from needing an entry visa for a stay of up to 10 days to boost tourism.

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Women's Hall of Fame honours Aretha Franklin, Morrison, Lacks

“Queen of Soul” Aretha Franklin and Nobel laureate and “Beloved” author Toni Morrison will be inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame on Thursday as part of a posthumous class of Black honourees.

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Delta asks more workers to take leave as travel slump widens

Delta Air Lines has managed to avoid furloughs but is now asking more employees to take unpaid leaves of absence, a sign of the deepening slump in air travel as coronavirus cases increase across the United States.

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Second wave of coronavirus hits South Africa as cases surge

South Africa witnesses a second wave of coronavirus as the number of cases surged with per day infections exceeding 6,000.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 10, 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 December 10.

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Spanx: New mom Katy Perry shares secret to her post-baby body

Earlier in August, just a few days after giving birth to her daughter with Orlando Bloom, Katy Perry posted a photo of herself on Instagram, make-up free, no hair done, rocking a nursing bra and gray underwear.

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Scientists decode outcome of unmitigated spread of Covid-19

Scientists have analysed the spread of Covid-19 among people in Manaus, Brazil, where more than 70 per cent of the population was infected within seven months of the novel coronavirus arriving in the city, findings which shed light on what may happen if the disease spreads unmitigated.

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Fatty residues on ancient pottery reveal meat-heavy diets of Indus Civilisation:...

An analysis of fat residues in ancient ceramic vessels from settlements of the Indus Civilisation in present-day Haryana and Uttar Pradesh suggests that the prehistoric people of the time consumed meat of animals like cattle, buffalo, sheep, goat, and pigs as well as dairy products.

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Late Apple CEO Steve Jobs' daughter Eve Jobs debuts into modelling world

Eve Jobs, late Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ daughter has just made her debut into the world of modelling with by starring in beauty brand Glossier’s latest ad campaign.

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Oscar organizers see April awards ceremony as innovation opportunity

“The upcoming Oscars is the perfect occasion for innovation and for re-envisioning the possibilities for the awards show,” Academy President David Rubin and Chief Executive Dawn Hudson said in Tuesday’s statement.

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Books on Hero, Flipkart, HDFC in race for Gaja Capital Prize

Books on HDFC Bank’s digital revolution and the journeys of Flipkart, BigBasket and Hero are among the six works shortlisted for the Gaja Capital Business Book Prize 2020.

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Priyanka Chopra shares an update on her new book 'Unfinished'

Priyanka Chopra shares an update on the official release of her upcoming book ‘Unfinished’.

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MHRA, UK: People with serious allergies must avoid Pfizer vaccine

UK warns people who with serious allergies with to avoid Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine after two people reported adverse effects on the first day of rollout.

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Lasting high? Cannabis industry aims to build on Thanksgiving rush

U.S. cannabis sales hit record levels over the Thanksgiving weekend, prompting industry predictions the combination of COVID-19 anxiety and a trend towards legalisation has triggered a permanent uplift in demand.

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Asian nations could mandate Covic-19 shots for travellers, AirAsia chief says

Governments in Asia could require inbound travellers to receive Covid-19 vaccinations, AirAsia Group’s Chief Executive Officer said on Wednesday, with such conditions expected to become a trend in the region.

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Comorbidities proved fatal in most Covid-19 deaths in Bengal: Study

In most of the Covid-19 deaths in West Bengal comorbidities like hypertension, diabetes, cardiac problems, nephrotic syndrome and COPD were found to be fatal, a study conducted by the state health department said.

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What is an Aboriginal sacred site in Australia?

Aboriginal sacred sites have come under the global spotlight since Rio Tinto Ltd legally blew up ancient rock shelters showing human history stretching back at least 46,000 years to expand an iron ore mine.

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France's Macron says nuclear will remain key energy source

Nuclear power will remain a key part of France’s energy supplies, President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday in a show of support for the industry even as he looks to reduce nuclear’s dominance as a power source.

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In conservative Indonesia, gay ex-policeman to fight his battle at court

The first Indonesian gay ex-policeman to sue the conservative country’s police force for his sexual orientation.

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Face shields worn alone are not effective against Covid-19: Study

Face shields alone are not highly effective to prevent COVID-19 infection without masks, says a new study which assessed what happens to the airflow around these plastic screens when someone nearby sneezes.

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Studying individual differences in language skills

Researchers find how do individuals differ across language tasks and what are individual differences in language ability related to general cognitive abilities.

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Healthcare workers 7 times more likely to have severe Covid-19 as other workers

Healthcare workers are 7 times more likely to have severe Covid-19 as other workers

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For Thai artist, protests bring political awakening

Art portraying French revolutionaries replaced with cartoon cats and birds might not be controversial in many countries, but it is a potentially touchy subject for Thailand’s monarchy.

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Iceland to ease some restrictions after Covid-19 cases drop

Iceland said it will ease some measures aimed at restricting the spread of the coronavirus.

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Swiss may ban public events to prevent worsening Covid-19 situation

Switzerland plans to ban public events apart from church services and limit public gatherings due to the worsening of the Covid-19 situation.

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Study: AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine safe and effective

The results on a positive Covid-19 vaccine from Oxford University , Astreneca suggests that it is safe and about 70% effective.

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Singapore cruise to nowhere cut short after Covid-19 case found

A Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. ship is back in Singapore on what was meant to be day three of a four-day cruise to nowhere after a positive Covid-19 case was identified on board early Wednesday.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 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 December 9.

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Study sheds light on why some people may become seriously ill from meningococcal...

Researchers at Karolinska Institute in Sweden have come one step closer toward understanding why some people become seriously ill or die from a common bacterium that leaves most people unharmed.

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Children learn more effectively from storytelling than demonstrative activities,...

A new study has revealed that children learn more effectively about evolution when they are engaged through stories that are read through a teacher, rather than them going through doing tasks to demonstrate the same concept.

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I-View World Film Festival commences on December 10

The I-View Film Festival is set to be the home of Oscars-bound features and artistes around the globe is going to kick off from Thursday.

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Researchers found new method to detect Covid-19 in less than five minutes

The researchers of University of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering claimed to have developed an ultrasensitive test using a paper-based electrochemical sensor which is capable of detecting the presence of the coronavirus in mere five minutes.

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Scientists spray saliva-like droplets in stadium to study how fans spread aeros...

Scientists are using the Netherlands’ largest football stadium to model how a cheering football crowd might spread aerosols through the air by spraying fine droplets, made to resemble saliva, over the empty stands.

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Large US study confirms Covid-19 complications: lung, kidney and cardiovascular...

A large study of patients in the United States who contracted Covid-19 confirms many complications of the disease, according to new research.

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Study: Anitbody levels in Covid-19 patients might fade quickly post recovery

The antibodies against Covid-19 might fade away quickly following the recovery.

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Travel restrictions effective in countries with low number of Covid-19 cases: Lancet...

Travel restrictions are effective in countries with low numbers of Covid-19 cases, or that have strong travel links with nations experiencing high rates of the viral infection.

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The super-rich are buying luxury online like never before

Christie’s auction house has launched its worldwide “Luxury Week” with beefed-up offerings to meet this year’s record demand.

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Indian couple help traditional artisans get back to business

The Lunkads set up a company called Direct Create in 2015, aiming to bring down exorbitant prices for traditional Indian handicrafts by connecting artisans with buyers, cutting out middlemen and swanky retailers.

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Australia's western state removes quarantine requirements for more travellers

Australia’s western state began on Tuesday to allow travellers from Victoria and New South Wales to enter without having to quarantine for the first time in eight months.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for December 8, 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 December 8.

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Prince William - Kate start UK tour in Royal Train to thank essential workers for...

Prince William and Kate Middleton have commenced their nation wide train tour of Britain. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will be travelling 1,250 miles on the Royal Train to meet and thank all the essential service workers for their Covid-19 efforts.

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