Archive for November, 2021
Germany’s next head wants MPs to decide on mandatory vaccination by year’s end
Incoming German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has suggested MPs could soon vote on a compulsory vaccination program as part of a big push against Covid-19. Neighboring Austria adopted similar legislation earlier in November. It is important
US U-turns on rebels’ terrorist status after 20 years
The US has formally removed the Revolutionary Forces of Colombia (FARC) from its list of foreign terrorist organizations, just after the fifth anniversary of the peace deal between the rebel group and the Colombian government.
Outcry forces EU to ditch plan for ‘inclusive’ language
The European Commission has walked back an attempt to mandate the use of “inclusive” language after lawmakers claimed the new rules were an effort to “cancel” Christian references and lacked “common sense.” An internal guidebook
Greece reveals age groups to be fined monthly if unvaccinated
Older people in Greece who fail to get vaccinated against Covid-19 will face a monthly fine of €100 ($113.64), Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Tuesday, in the first of such measures imposed by an
Politician runs for president to ‘save’ France from ‘tragic fate’
French ultra-right firebrand Eric Zemmour has announced he will run for president in the 2022 election, claiming he is driven by a need to “save” the Gallic people from decadence and minorities that “oppress the
Omicron found in Europe earlier than previously thought
The Omicron Covid-19 variant arrived in the Netherlands before it was first reported to the World Health Organization (WHO), according to new data presented by the nation’s health watchdog. The new strain was already present
Sweden gets first ever transgender minister
Sweden has appointed its first transgender member of government, with Lina Axelsson Kihlblom becoming the minister of higher education and research. Kihlblom, 51, was appointed on Tuesday by Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson, Sweden’s first female
ISIS fighter found guilty of genocide in first conviction of its kind
29-year-old former ISIS militant Taha Al-Jumailly has been handed a life sentence by a German court for genocide and crimes against humanity over the persecution of the Yazidi minority, marking the first conviction of its
Over 100 fashion brands tied to deforestation
Brands like LVMH, Prada, H&M, Zara, Adidas, and Nike have connections to tanneries and other companies involved in the production of leather and leather goods that contribute to Amazon deforestation, a report has found. In
Pop star awarded National Hero of now-independent Barbados
Pop musician Rihanna was awarded the honor of Barbados National Hero on Tuesday, shortly after the nation became a republic and ousted Queen Elizabeth II as head of state. During a ceremony in the singer’s
Duterte-backed candidate makes sudden exit from presidential race
Philippines presidential candidate ‘Bong’ Go, who enjoyed the backing of outgoing President Rodrigo Duterte, has quit the race in a surprise move. Go previously exited a separate VP race after Duterte’s daughter announced her bid.
First ‘living robots’ can now ‘spontaneously’ self-replicate, scientists say
Miniscule biological machines developed by scientists from the cells of frogs – commonly referred to as Xenobots – can now self-replicate, according to a new scientific report. The Xenobots were made public in a report
From Caffeine, Sugar To Alcohol: How These 8 Foods Affect Mood
We all have a general idea of how different foods affect our physical health. Fresh fruits and vegetables are rich in fiber and provide you with vital vitamins and minerals, while fast and processed foods,
Skipping Breakfast To Lose Weight: Is It Really Worth It?
‘Breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, dinner like a pauper’. You might have heard this old saying, which roughly indicates that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, many trying
Protect Your Lips This Winter With These Natural Lip Balms You Can Make At Home
Winters can be harsh, not just for your physical health, but for your skin and hair too. They get dry often and easily, and get more prone to damage. Lips are another sensitive area that
Ajay Devgn and Amitabh Bachchan-starrer MayDay renamed Runway 34
In the film, Devgn will appear as a pilot and Singh as his co-pilot, the makers have kept the details of Bachchan’s character under wraps. It also stars Angira Dhar. Ajay Devgn directorial MayDay is
Omicron effect: Reintroduced Covid-19 spying challenged in court
Human rights groups in Israel have asked the supreme court to repeal the government’s decree reauthorizing the internal security service to spy on cell phones as part of a plan to stop the new Omicron
Harsh penalties mulled for those resisting compulsory vaccination in Austria – reports
People repeatedly snubbing Covid-19 vaccination summons in Austria after immunization becomes compulsory there might face fines of up to $8,100 or several weeks behind bars, according to a draft that was leaked to the media.
South African doctor who discovered Omicron describes symptoms
People infected with the new Omicron strain of Covid-19 present “unusual symptoms” that are somewhat different from those associated with the Delta variant, a South African doctor who was one of the first to spot
Getting Married? Follow This Ayurvedic Hair Care Routine For Brides-To-Be
It’s a dream of every bride to have a perfect wedding day hair look. Besides browsing and curating the lovely bridal hairstyle pictures from the internet, brides-to-be need to follow an extensive hair care routine
7 Reasons Why You Should Have Tomato Soup In Winters
Winters are approaching and there are many recipes in which you would plan to add tomatoes. Tomato is a fruit which is treated as vegetable and is one of the main ingredients in many of
Experienced Migraine Attack During Workout? Try These Tips To Prevent Throbbing Migraine Pain
Migraine is one of the common problems that occur to numerous people. It is a disease which is associated with headache and throbbing pain in the head. It could get complicated by doing nothing about
Suffering From Bad Body Odour? Here Are 7 Food Choices To Prevent It
Your personality determines a lot of things for you, in fact for many reasons you need to have a good social acceptance in order to move ahead in life. All this comes from a very
IVF and Premature Births: Know How To Take Care Of An IVF Premature Baby
Infertility and no scope of a normal pregnancy can come out as a piece of bad news to a couple. Like a ray of optimism, In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) has opened new doors to technology
10 Common Nutrition Myths Debunked!
There exist a lot of Myths around Nutrition and healthy eating. Unfortunately, the internet is filled with misinformation, and it can be really difficult to identify evidence-based information comprising original research. Myths that were previously
83 teaser: Ranveer Singh recreates Kapil Dev’s iconic catch at Lord’s
83 teaser: The film is scheduled to release in theatres on 24 December. Ranveer Singh is ready to bring India’s biggest World Cup victory story to the big screen. After a long wait, the teaser
Does High Intensity Interval Training Affect Your Heart? Know It’s Benefits And Risks
High intensity interval training is beneficial because of many factors. It focuses on your cardio and makes all the body functions work at a high pace. High intensity interval training needs longevity, strength and stamina
From 101 to 60 kgs: How Nikita Marwah Lost 41 kgs Without Following Any Fancy Diets
“I was an active kid, but I was always a fat kid,” says Nikita Marwah. There was a lot of body shaming at school, at home, the Delhi-based lawyer said. It was not that she
Homemaker Mom Kuljeet Kaur Lost 46 Kgs Without Dieting or Vigorous Exercising, Find Out The Secret Here
Weight gain should be declared a national issue, agree? Almost every third person is troubled with weight gain and striving hard to lose the extra kilos to look slim and fit. On the contrary, there
Annette movie review: Adam Driver owns the fantastical Leos Carax’s directorial with his charismatic presence
Annette is aesthetically brilliant with a calculated expressionistic quality to its frames, and it is hard to take your eyes off. It may have been a minute since La La Land swirled across our collective
Antim: The Final Truth movie review – Poorly scripted, a dilute attempt to remake Marathi hit
Antim is a violent, testosterone-filled crime drama where men shoot first and don’t even think later. Rahul is an angry young man. If the opening scene of him rushing to protect his meek father from
Suffering From Migraine? Try These Acupressure Points To Relieve Migraine Pain
Migraine can give your throbbing pain in your head and it can be quite exhausting, some people are unable to cope up with the pain without the help of medications. Migraine is a chronic condition
Fight Dry And Flaky Winter Skin With These 5 Amazing DIY Face Masks
A complete skin care routine includes washing your face frequently, exfoliating and hydrating with various beneficial ingredients. Our skin tends to get sensitive and becomes a victim to several uncontrollable environmental factors or weather conditions,
Salads For Weight Loss: 5 Best Ways To Eat Salads For Maximum Results
Weight loss can be extremely challenging and a real struggle for some people, while a cake walk for others. Even if you are watching on what to eat and how much to eat, it is