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Peptides are short-chain amino acids that control various biologic activities in living organisms. For athletes, they are the new testosterone. For overweight people, they are the new diet. For injured people, they are a black box. Here are a few observations. The most popular peptides are the GLP-1 versions initially used for weight loss, and…
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez have committed $34 million through the Bezos Earth Fund to accelerate the development of sustainable textiles. The funding focuses on alternatives to conventional materials such as polyester and viscose, which are largely derived from fossil fuels. By supporting research into biodegradable and plastic-free fibres, the initiative aims to reduce the…
NEW DELHI: With temperatures soaring and heatwave conditions intensifying, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday directed officials to strictly implement the Heat Wave Action Plan 2026 on the ground. Highlighting the growing severity of heat conditions, the Chief Minister pointed out a worrying trend: Delhi has seen temperatures exceeding 40°C for nearly 40 consecutive…
A Hindu temple caretaker in southeastern Bangladesh was found dead three days after he went missing, with his body discovered hanging from a tree in a hilly area, police and local residents said.Nayan Sadhu, 40, a resident of the Dohazari area under Sthania Upazila in Chhattogram district, worked as a caretaker-cum-priest at a Shivakali temple…
Study shows no genetic harm in children of Chernobyl radiation survivors A major international study has found that children conceived after the Chernobyl disaster show no additional DNA damage linked to their parents’ radiation exposure. Scientists looked at people born from 1987 to 2002 whose parents helped with cleanup or stayed near the zone. Instead…
What if children picked up a ringing phone instead of a smartphone after school? This might sound strange, given the 21st centuary, the era of digital and smart devices. However, it is becoming a reality in some homes and schools, as a landline-style device called the Tin Can gains popularity among families trying to cut…
Gujarat Giants’ captain Shubman Gill, right, and Sai Sudharsan (PTI Photo) Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan continue to redefine consistency at the top, adding another milestone to their growing legacy in the IPL. Their 50-plus stand against Chennai Super Kings marked their 19th such partnership in just 40 innings, the most by an Indian pair…
NEW DELHI: It’s not often that bowlers dominate in a format known for big hitting, but that’s exactly what happened at Chepauk on Sunday as Gujarat Titans outplayed Chennai Super Kings. On a pitch offering extra bounce, GT’s bowlers kept things tight and restricted CSK to 158/7.Batting first, CSK never really got going. Captain Ruturaj…
A new analysis based on Lightcast data highlights a growing gap between rapid AI adoption and workforce preparedness across major industries. The report shows that sectors like hospitality, healthcare, logistics, and retail are among the least ready for AI-driven changes. While companies are quickly integrating AI into daily operations, from scheduling to decision-making, worker training…
Karan Johar has weighed in on Bollywood’s growing obsession with hyper-masculine storytelling, calling out what he describes as an industry currently dominated by “big alpha” energy and testosterone-driven narratives.‘If one film works, there will be 10 more’In a recent interview with The Week, the filmmaker spoke candidly about the industry’s tendency to follow trends, highlighting…
