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UN report says most people worldwide plagued by feelings of insecurity
Even citizens in countries with some of the best health, wealth, and education outcomes are reporting greater anxiety than a decade ago, Xinhua news agency reported. "Despite global wealth being higher than ever before, a majority of people are feeling apprehensive about the future and these feelings have likely been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic," said UNDP Administrator Achim Steiner on Tuesday.
Covid vax in pregnancy produces persistent antibodies in infants: Study
The study from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) showed titers -- or antibody levels -- were higher in vaccinated mothers and their umbilical cord blood at delivery than in those study participants infected with Covid.
Picasso's anti-war tapestry back at UN HQ in New York
The tapestry was restored at its original place outside the Security Council Chamber on February 5, reports Xinhua news agency. The owner of the tapestry, Nelson Rockefeller, Jr., retrieved it in February 2021. No reason was given at the time. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres's spokesman Stephane Dujarric said in February 2021 that the world body chief and others went to great lengths to keep the tapestry in the UN, but in vain.
Happy Propose Day 2022: 12 Best ways to propose to that special person in your life
On this day, one gets down on his/her knees and well pops the question from the love of their lives. The day is marked as the day of celebration by proposing to the love of your life.
British Council and Art X Company launch 'India Literature and Publishing Sector Study'
The study commissioned by the British Council and conducted by the Art X Company brings together insights from 100 stakeholders charting the current publishing and translation ecosystem across 10 Indian cities or states, to present insights covering eight focus languages. It closely examines the role of literary festivals and events, trends in digitization, perceptions of Indian literature in English translation abroad as well as its intersections with the National Education Policy, 2020.
Curb tobacco use to prevent millions from cancer deaths
Presently different kinds of cancer is taking into its grip around 14 lakh Indians, killing 8 lakh every year, as many as 27 per cent are attributed to tobacco use. The health experts also felt that passage of the proposed amendments for a stricter tobacco-control law, COTPA, will help reduce the menace.
Happy Rose Day 2022: 10 Best gift ideas to make your partner feel special
Today is Rose Day, the first day of Valentine's week that will last from Feb 7-14. Lovebirds across the world celebrate this day with zest and joy. On Rose Day, couples express their love for each other by exchanging roses. Here're 10 best gift ideas for Rose Day that will make your partner feel special.
The iconic songs of the Nightingale of India
Music gives hope to the soul. From the 1940s to the 2000s, veteran singer late Lata Mangeshkar's work touched many souls, and her contributions to the Indian music industry earned her honorific titles such as Nightingale of India, Queen of Melody, and The Voice of India. Besides setting a Guinness World Record, numerous awards and honours have been bestowed upon her for her outstanding work and contribution to the Indian music industry.
Kitchen hacks: Ways to use a Zipper Bag
These zipper bags are a godsend for work-from-home couples and nuclear families in India who need to make their food preparations last longer and eat healthier, especially since they must balance meal prep with work or other household responsibilities. Asahi Kasei, Japan's No. 1 Premium Wrap and silicone-coated foil & sheet brand, has launched a unique seal-tight double line zipper bag that gives it a competitive advantage over other zipper bags on the market.
Manzoor's Bankoot dairy farm, saga of struggle to success
Manzoor used to sell dry fruits from a small shop that was hardly enough to keep the wolf away from his family's door in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district. He had always thought of using his agricultural family background to start a dairy farm. Having studied only up to 10 plus 2 Classes, he needed technical guidance, advice, and support.
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