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Frontier Association Organises Annual Sports Day for Mentally Handicapped Students

MARDAN: The Frontier Association for Mentally Handicapped Mardan School recently hosted an annual sports day event, promoting healthy activities among its students. On Monday, the school organized various games such as cricket, running, football, and yoga, which were enthusiastically participated by all. Speaking to media personnel at the event, Shakoor

SPORTS

62nd Session of Khulazu Bawu Village Youth Organisation Sports Meet Begins

Phek, March 4 (Alayaran.com): The 62nd session of the biannual Games and Sports Meet 2024 of the Khulazu Bawu Village Youth Organisation in Phek district commenced on Monday at the village's local ground. The inaugural session was graced by Keduve Keyho, PS to Advisor CAWD & Taxes, who emphasized

SPORTS

EXCELSON RACES TO SUCCESS: Heritage School Jammu Hosts 20th Annual Sports Day

JAMMU, DEC 9: The Senior Wing of Heritage School Jammu turned into a vibrant hub of energy and excitement as it celebrated its 20th Annual Sports Day today. The event, themed "Citius, Altius, Fortius - Communiter" (Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together), was a grand celebration of athleticism, unity, and school spirit.

SPORTS

BCCI, PCB Conflict Enters Final Stretch as Hybrid Model Emerges as Top Contender for Champions Trophy 2025

In a latest twist in the ongoing dispute between the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), sources closer to the International Cricket Council (ICC) say that a decision on the format of the Champions Trophy 2025 is imminent. With just days left

SPORTS

EA Sports FC 25 Showcase: Everything You Need to Know About This Free Beta Experience

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Get ready to experience the world of football like never before with the launch of EA SPORTS FC 25 Showcase, a free-to-play beta experience that offers a limited selection of curated modes and content from the upcoming EA SPORTS FC 25 game. The Showcase will be

WORLD

FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Inter Miami to Replace LA Galaxy Despite Not Being MLS Champions

In a shocking move, FIFA has announced that Inter Miami will participate in the revamped 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, leaving out reigning MLS Cup winners LA Galaxy. The decision was made to capitalize on Lionel Messi's global appeal and boost the tournament's visibility. The 32-team tournament is set to

WORLD

WSF World Squash Team Championships Enters Nail-Biting Final Stages

The Pools Stage of the WSF World Squash Team Championships concluded yesterday, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion tomorrow at the Hong Kong Football Club. This historic edition of the championships marks the first time both men's and women's events are being held simultaneously. A total of 26 ties

WORLD

Brook Named Best Batter in the World by England Captain Joe Root

London, England - Yorkshire batsman Harry Brook has been hailed as the best batter in the world by his England and county teammate, captain Joe Root. Brook's stunning batting display against New Zealand in the recently concluded series, where he scored a century off 115 balls, convinced Root that "Brooky

WORLD

AUS, INDIA SLIP AS SOUTH AFRICA GRABS TOP SPOT IN ICC WORLD TEST CHAMPIONSHIP

Adelaide, Australia - In a dramatic turn of events, the Indian cricket team's 10-wicket loss in the second Test against Australia has pushed them to the third spot in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings. Meanwhile, Australia regains its top spot after securing a dominating win in Adelaide. As

WORLD

FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Kicks Off in US with Iconic Venues Across 11 Cities

The highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is set to bring together 32 of the world's top club teams for a month-long football extravaganza, marking a significant shift in the tournament's structure and global reach. Modelled after the FIFA World Cup format, this revamped competition will be held in

SCIENCE

India Roots 7 Out of 13 Nobel Laureates

The prestigious Nobel Prizes ceremony took place on December 10th in Stockholm and Oslo, paying tribute to the death anniversary of Alfred Nobel. The awards were presented to outstanding individuals globally who made significant contributions in various fields including physics, chemistry, literature, peace, medicine, and economics. The most notable aspect

SCIENCE

Keel Laid for Future Research Vessel as Part of Bilateral Cooperation

VILNIUS, LITHUANIA - The Johann Heinrich von Thünen Institute, a renowned research institute based in Germany, has successfully laid the keel of a future research vessel set to join its fleet at a shipyard in Klaipeda, Lithuania. This significant milestone marks an important step towards the vessel's completion and underscores

SCIENCE

NASA Schedules SPHEREx Launch for Late February 2025, Aims to Uncover Secrets of Universe's Early Days

In a significant step forward for astrophysics research, NASA has tentatively set a launch date for its upcoming space observatory, SPHEREx. Scheduled to blast off in late February 2025, the mission will ride aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The telescope is approximately

SCIENCE

RIGHT TO SCIENCE: UN Declares Foundation of Human Right to Discovery and Innovation

Today marks the 76th anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), which has become the world's most translated document. While many are familiar with its provisions on social and political freedoms, few know about the lesser-known right to science enshrined in Article 27. Envisioned as

SCIENCE

Sarah Teichmann's Historic Appointment as Raman Chair Sparks Global Interest in Human Cell Atlas Initiative

In a groundbreaking development, British-American scientist Sarah Teichmann has taken up her new appointment as Raman Chair at Cambridge University, becoming the first person to hold this prestigious position. Jointly with computational biologist Aviv Regev, Teichmann has been welcomed into this rare and esteemed role, marking a significant milestone in

TECHNOLOGY

Bragar Eagel & Squire Files Class Action Lawsuit Against WM Technology Over Alleged False Statements

A class action lawsuit has been filed against WM Technology, Inc., a NASDAQ-listed company, alleging that the company made false and/or misleading statements to investors regarding its business and operations. The lawsuit, filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California, claims that WM Technology's

TECHNOLOGY

India Participates in Bharat National Cybersecurity Exercise 2024 to Prepare for Evolving Threats

New Delhi: Zettawise Consulting, a Calcutta-based OT security start-up, recently participated in the Bharat National Cybersecurity Exercise (NCX) 2024, a 12-day exercise aimed at preparing India's cybersecurity professionals to tackle evolving threats. The event was attended by over 300 participants representing government agencies, public organizations, and the private sector. The

TECHNOLOGY

China Launches Antitrust Probe into American Chipmaker Nvidia Amid Escalating Tech Tensions

Beijing - China has announced an antitrust investigation into Nvidia Corporation, one of the world's largest and most influential semiconductor companies, in a move that is broadly seen as retaliatory against recent US export restrictions on China's semiconductor industry. The State Administration for Market Regulation made the announcement on Tuesday,

TECHNOLOGY

Breaking Tech Update: Elon Musk Praises Google's Groundbreaking Quantum Computing Chip

In a surprise move, tech giant Google has unveiled its latest quantum computing chip, sending shockwaves through the industry. While details about the chip are still scarce, what is certain is that Google CEO Sundar Pichai had nothing but praise for the innovation. According to sources close to the matter,

TECHNOLOGY

Tech-Driven Banking: Balancing Innovation and Stability in a Turbulent Financial Landscape

A revolutionary shift is underway in the banking industry, driven by the fusion of technology and traditional financial services. This seismic change raises fundamental questions about the future of finance, pitting transformative opportunities against profound risks. As consumers increasingly turn to mobile banking apps and digital wallets for convenience, regulators,

TECHNOLOGY

Samsung Research America's Leader Honored with Industry-Leading Award

Cape Town, South Africa - December 9, 2024 - Charlie Zhang, Senior Vice President at Samsung Research America (SRA) and Head of the 6G Research Team at Samsung Research, has been recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the world's largest technical professional organization, with a prestigious

HEALTH

Suspect in Healthcare CEO Killing Arrested at McDonald's

A Pennsylvania man, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, has been arrested by police and is currently being held in custody on five initial counts of crimes including forgery, carrying firearms without a license, and tampering with records or identification. Mangione was taken into custody at a McDonald's restaurant in Altoona, Pennsylvania, approximately

HEALTH

5 Hospitals De-Barred from PMJAY in Just One Week, 2 Doctors Suspended

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: In a major setback to the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) scheme, five private hospitals in Gujarat have been de-barred for irregularities, taking the total number of medical facilities suspended this year to 12. The health ministry on Monday announced the suspension, leaving many questioning the efficacy

HEALTH

New Research Weighs In On The Impact Of Obesity And Smoking After Post-COVID Health Challenges

In a recent study published in Frontiers in Medicine, researchers from Spain investigated the effects of smoking and obesity on post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) sequelae and hospitalization risk. The findings, which shed new light on post-pandemic health challenges, revealed that while obesity significantly amplifies the risk of long COVID symptoms,

HEALTH

The article highlights the variation in healthcare financing patterns across Indian states, with a focus on out-of-pocket expenditure (OOPE). Here are some key takeaways:

Kerala has one of the highest OOPE: With an OOPE of ₹7,889 per capita, Kerala stands out as one of the most expensive states for healthcare.Tamil Nadu is a leader in reducing OOPE: At ₹2,280 per capita, Tamil Nadu has one of the lowest OOPE rates in