JN.1 variant dominates US with 50% of Covid cases: CDC

JN.1 variant dominates US with 50% of Covid cases: CDC

New York, Dec 28  The new highly transmissible JN.1 variant, from the lineage of Omicron variant of Covid, is now the dominant variant in the US, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has said. The variant, classified as a variant of interest (VOI) by the World Health Organization (WHO) due to its rapid […]

JN.1 driving death rates in China: Report

JN.1 driving death rates in China: Report

Beijing, Dec 25 Amidst the global surge in new Covid-19 cases, China is reportedly witnessing an uptick in mortality rates linked to infections caused by the JN.1 variant, as per a media report. According to The Epoch Times, the country’s crematoriums are operating non-stop due to a spike in Covid-related deaths. This development follows a […]

5 key trends to look out for in 2024 commercial interior design

5 key trends to look out for in 2024 commercial interior design

By Kunal Sharma As the commercial interior design industry continues to evolve, it is crucial for professionals to stay ahead of the curve and anticipate the upcoming trends. With 2024 fast approaching, this article highlights five key trends that will shape the commercial interior design space in the coming year. From sustainability to technology integration, […]

LinkedIn use can trigger imposter syndrome: Study

LinkedIn use can trigger imposter syndrome: Study

London, Dec 17  The use of professional social networking sites such as LinkedIn, with more than 930 million users worldwide, can stir up feelings of self-doubt, suggests new research. Imposter syndrome — and the accompanying fear of being “found out” — can be associated with feeling anxious and having depressive thoughts, said researchers from the […]

Mental health conditions, leading cause of disease burden in Aus

Mental health conditions, leading cause of disease burden in Aus

Canberra, Dec 14 (IANS) Mental health conditions have become the second-largest cause of illness and premature death in Australia, government data revealed on Thursday. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) published its annual Australian Burden of Disease Study for 2023, estimating the number of years of healthy life Australians lost to living with […]

Smoking likely leads to permanent brain shrinkage: Study

Smoking likely leads to permanent brain shrinkage: Study

New York, Dec 13  Smoking does not only affect your heart and lungs, but it can also shrink your brain permanently, and the damage done is irreversible, according to a new study. Although quitting smoking can prevent further loss of brain tissue, stopping smoking will not restore the brain to its original size, revealed the […]

Sri Lanka records $1.8 bn tourism revenue till Nov

Sri Lanka records $1.8 bn tourism revenue till Nov

Colombo, Dec 9 Sri Lanka recorded $1.8 billion tourism revenue till November this year, 78.3 per cent up from the corresponding period previous year, as per Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) data. The revenue earned from tourism increased to 205.3 million dollars in November 2023, which is over twice the revenue in November 2022, […]

Grab a bite at these restaurants featuring new menus

Grab a bite at these restaurants  featuring new menus

Bangalore, Mumbai, New Delhi and Mumbai. Many eateries have released menus to reflect the upcoming colder days as the season approaches. Check out these restaurants that are ready to celebrate the new season and live up to the festive atmosphere. Renowned Chef Yoshinori Mizutani Unveils Exquisite New Menu at Shangri-La Bengaluru Yataii, the contemporary and authentic […]

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