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The UAE halted scholarships for UK studies, citing Muslim Brotherhood concerns, sharply reducing Emirati student enrolment/Image: AP The United Arab Emirates has taken a decisive step to limit government funding for emirati students who want to study at British universities, reflecting rising tensions over the UK’s stance on the Islamist Muslim Brotherhood. The move signals…
NEW DELHI: India’s lung cancer burden is projected to rise sharply by 2030, with the North-East emerging as the worst-affected region and women recording the fastest increase in cases, a national study published in Indian Journal of Medical Research has found. Data from 57 populations across six regions show lung cancer incidence to be highest…
New research reveals US adolescents spend an average of 70 minutes daily on smartphones during school hours, primarily on social media. This usage, often exceeding parental estimates, raises concerns about engagement and social skill development. The effectiveness of existing state laws restricting phone use in schools remains uncertain due to poor enforcement. Cellphones have become…
It usually begins quietly. A thought appears without warning, tied to something unpleasant, and the body reacts before the mind can catch up. For people dealing with trauma or anxiety, this pattern can repeat for years. Scientists have long wondered whether memories like these can be softened without disturbing everything else stored in the brain….
When we think about Down syndrome, heart issues-and learning challenges often steal the spotlight, and we often think, maybe it is because of our genes, or environmental influences, but kidneys quietly play a huge role in day-to-day health too. A major Danish study called “Acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease in individuals with Down…
Every year, millions deal with the sharp sting of urinary tract infections, or UTIs—often chalking it up to a slip in hygiene or just tough luck. New research, however, points to a sneaky culprit on the dinner table that is mostly in everyone’s diet:contaminated meat. A study from Southern California ties nearly one in five…
Don’t choose universities by reputation alone, says study abroad education expert Studying abroad is commonly perceived by a large number of Indian students as a means to access prestigious universities, acquire international exposure, and secure well, paying jobs. However, an educationist, Mr. R. N. Bhaskar, argues that the actual worth of a foreign education is…
If you’ve ever felt drained after work and wondered how your stress compares to others, a new analysis from Welltory, the stress and energy management app, has some eye‑opening answers. Their recent study reveals the top nine most high‑pressure careers of 2026, based on data from across the United States of America, and the results…
IB curriculum is not a shortcut, study abroad expert explains For many students dreaming of studying abroad, choosing the International Baccalaureate (IB) feels like picking the “right” future early on. The IB is often called the gold standard of school education—global, challenging, and widely respected. But here’s the question every student and parent asks: does…
A team of researchers from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard University, Yale University and Yale New Haven Health, found that BMI alone may significantly underestimate how many U.S adults have obesity. The new study has revealed that more than 75% of US adults may meet the criteria for obesity under new conditions.The rise is…
