[ad_1] Catherine Russell, the newly appointed Executive Director of the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF), said on Monday that the situation for boys and girls caught up in the conflict grows worse by the minute. Four-year-old Max and his mother Alona fled conflict in #Ukraine, leaving loved ones behind to seek safety in Romania. Children andRead More
Month: February 2022
Syria: Use of chemical weapons ‘blight’ on international community’s conscience |
[ad_1] “Any use of chemical weapons is unacceptable and the absence of accountability for the past use of such weapons remains a blight on the conscience of the international community,” said High Representative Izumi Nakamitsu. OPCW updates She updated the Ambassadors on the activities of the Office for Disarmament Affairs (ODA) with counterparts at theRead More
GDP expected to grow at 8.9% in 2021-22 instead of 9.2%
[ad_1] GDP grew 5.4% in Q3, as construction and manufacturing take a hit; economists expect war, oil price shocks to dent recovery. GDP grew 5.4% in Q3, as construction and manufacturing take a hit; economists expect war, oil price shocks to dent recovery. India’s gross domestic product (GDP) is estimated to grow at 8.9% inRead More
A wave of long COVID is bringing attention to other mysterious chronic illnesses : Shots
[ad_1] “Long COVID is characterized by a wide variety of symptoms that persist long after the initial infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus,” says Meghan O’Rourke, author of The Invisible Kingdom. Fanatic Studio/Getty Images/Collection Mix: Sub hide caption toggle caption Fanatic Studio/Getty Images/Collection Mix: Sub “Long COVID is characterized by a wide variety of symptoms thatRead More
Russian Ruble now worth less than the Robux video game currency
[ad_1] Due to international sanctions against Russia, the ruble has tumbled in value—so far, in fact, it’s now worth less than a Robux. That’s really bad news for the ruble, because the Robux is a video game currency that’s mostly meaningful only to children. Roblox, also known as “that game your kids play that looksRead More
How schools can help confront weight bias
[ad_1] Weight bias, which starts early, has physical and mental implications for students, research shows. Data supports schools’ efforts to confront weight bias early — possibly as soon as preschool — and continue through high school as students’ bodies change. [ad_2] Source link
Ukraine War: Afghan Who Moved To Ukraine Forced To Flee Again: Very Bad Luck
[ad_1] Ukraine War: Ajmal Rahmani said he worked for NATO in Afghanistan for 18 years at Kabul airport. Medyka, Poland: After leaving Afghanistan a year ago, Ajmal Rahmani believed he had found a haven of peace in Ukraine. This week, he and his family had to flee again — this time to Poland to theRead More
UN climate report urges world to adapt now, or suffer later
[ad_1] Climate change is upon us and humanity is far from ready, the United Nations climate panel warned in a major report on Monday. Noting that nearly half the world’s population was already vulnerable to increasingly dangerous climate impacts, the report calls for drastic action on a huge scale: A third to a half ofRead More
Russia Ukraine War This Is Indian Girl Safina Is Not Ready To Leave Her Ukrainian Biker Husband Alone For Crazy Love – यूक्रेनी पति के प्यार में पागल सफीना अकेले नहीं आना चाहतीं भारत, बच्चे के लिए जीने की है उम्मीद
[ad_1] 30 साल की सफीना अपने यू्क्रेनी पति व्लाड और एक पड़ोस के यूक्रेनी बच्चे के साथ यूक्रेन (Ukraine) पर रूस (Russia) के आक्रमण (Attack) से कई यूक्रेनी शहर तबाह हो गए हैं. यूक्रेन के उत्तर-पूर्व में रूस के बॉर्डर के पास समी (sumy) क्षेत्र में भारतीय सफीना अकीनोवा रहती हैं. 30 साल की सफीना बेंगलुरू से हैंRead More
Mayank Agarwal named captain of Punjab Kings
[ad_1] He was one of the two players retained by Punjab Kings ahead of the mega auction earlier this month He was one of the two players retained by Punjab Kings ahead of the mega auction earlier this month Opener Mayank Agarwal was on February 28 named the captain of Punjab Kings for the upcomingRead More
Manipur Assembly Elections: Polling begins for 38 seats in the first phase
[ad_1] All polling stations have been sanitised and circles have been marked outside the polling booths to enable the voters to maintain social distancing while they stand in a queue. All polling stations have been sanitised and circles have been marked outside the polling booths to enable the voters to maintain social distancing while theyRead More
National Science Day: PM Modi urges families to develop a scientific temperament in kids | India News
[ad_1] New Delhi: On the occasion of National Science Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (February 28, 2022) greeted scientists and science enthusiasts and called for reaffirming commitment towards leveraging the power of science for human progress. This day, notably, commemorates the discovery of the ‘Raman effect’, for which Indian physicist CV Raman hadRead More
Samsung’s next-gen S22 chip is almost as good as Apple’s… in the iPhone 11
[ad_1] If there’s one Android handset that’s comparable to the iPhone, it’s Samsung’s latest Galaxy S phone. More than the Pixel 6 Pro, OnePlus 9, or whatever the latest Android flavor of the month is, the Galaxy S22 line offers a level of design, features, and flair that’s almost Apple-like, with an undeniable identity andRead More
Government Cancels Rs 19,000 Crore Rural Broadband Connectivity Bid For Lack Of Bidders
[ad_1] Government called off a tender for providing rural broadband connectivity due to lack of bidders New Delhi: State-owned Bharat Broadband Nigam Limited (BBNL) has cancelled a Rs 19,000-crore tender that was floated for connecting villages across 16 states with an optical fibre-based high-speed broadband network, following the lack of participation of eligible bidders. The projectRead More
Sachin Tendulkar Helps Rescue Injured Bird. Watch
[ad_1] Watch: Sachin Tendulkar rescues an injured bird.© Instagram Despite announcing his retirement from international cricket in 2013, former India batter Sachin Tendulkar continues to win the hearts of fans. Regarded as arguably the greatest batter of all time, Sachin recently rescued an injured bird on the beach. Taking to Instagram, Sachin shared a videoRead More
UP Assembly Polls 2022: Very Few Stray Cattle On Roads: UP Government Tells Ahead 5th Phase Of Voting – सड़कों पर बहुत कम आवारा पशु: पांचवें चरण की वोटिंग से पहले बोली यूपी सरकार
[ad_1] उत्तर प्रदेश में आवारा मवेशी किसानों के लिए एक खतरा बने हुए हैं. (फाइल फोटो) लखनऊ: योगी आदित्यनाथ के नेतृत्व वाली उत्तर प्रदेश सरकार ने विधानसभा चुनाव के पांचवें चरण से पहले कहा है कि उसने राज्य भर में आवारा पशुओं के संरक्षण के मुद्दे पर “उल्लेखनीय काम” किया है. यूपी चुनाव में इसRead More
All Eyes On Ayodhya, BJP Looks To Maintain Dominance This Phase
[ad_1] UP Assembly Elections 2022: UP is voting in seven rounds. Results will be declared on March 10. Lucknow: Sixty-one constituencies spread across 12 districts of Uttar Pradesh will vote in the fifth phase of polling in the state today. Polling will commence at 7 am and will continue till 6 pm. Here are theRead More
Drag queen story hour: tales of acceptance and dreams |
[ad_1] Born Jun Araki, JohnJ never felt comfortable in the female gender they were born into. At elementary school, they would wear trousers under their school uniform skirts and on field trips, were too self-conscious to take a bath with female students. JohnJ often felt frustrated at being seen as a woman, and how theyRead More
Ukraines President Welcomes Proposals For Peace Talks In Video Message – यूक्रेन के राष्ट्रपति ने वीडियो संदेश जारी करके शांति वार्ता के प्रस्तावों का स्वागत किया
[ad_1] प्रतीकात्मक फोटो. कीव: यूक्रेन के राष्ट्रपति वलोडिमिर ज़ेलेंस्की ने रूस के साथ शांति वार्ता करने के लिए तुर्की और अजरबैजान के प्रस्तावों का स्वागत किया है. उन्होंने यूक्रेन को और अधिक अंतरराष्ट्रीय समर्थन के लिए समझौते को लेकर इटली के प्रधानमंत्री मारियो ड्रैगी के साथ अपनी बातचीत को रेखांकित किया है. समाचार एजेंसी रॉयटरRead More
Wushu player Sadia Tariq wins gold at Moscow tourney | More sports News
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Indian wushu player Sadia Tariq has won a gold medal at a junior tournament being held in Moscow. The 15-year-old from Srinagar has been a gold medallist in the junior national championship for the last two years. She won the top honours in the Russian capital on Friday. “Congratulations to Sadia TariqRead More
India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I: Shreyas Iyer shines again as India claim series against Sri Lanka with 11th straight victory in T20Is | Cricket News
[ad_1] DHARAMSALA: The in-form Shreyas Iyer continued to impress with his dazzling strokeplay as his unbeaten 44-ball 74 powered India to a series-clinching seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second T20 International on a chilly Saturday evening here. Ravindra Jadeja blasted 45 off 18 balls as India chased down the target of 184 withRead More
US urges India to use influence with Russia after ‘abstain stain’ | India News
[ad_1] WASHINGTON: The United States is urging India to use its influence with Russia to protect the rules-based international order, after some disappointment mixed with understanding in Washington over New Delhi not coming in full and vocal support of western alliance’s views on the Ukraine issue. Asked if the Ukrainian crisis had strained India-US tiesRead More
India ready to tap national oil stocks further to tackle soaring prices
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India is prepared to release additional crude from its national stocks in support of efforts by other major oil importers to mitigate surging global prices, the government said on Saturday. India is the world’s third biggest oil importer and consumer, shipping in 85% of its oil needs. The country has already releasedRead More
‘Abbot Elementary’ creator Quinta Brunson; Novelist Julie Otsuka : NPR
[ad_1] Abbott Elementary creator and showrunner Quinta Brunson plays second grade teacher Janine Teagues on the mockumentary. Gilles Mingasson/ABC hide caption toggle caption Gilles Mingasson/ABC Abbott Elementary creator and showrunner Quinta Brunson plays second grade teacher Janine Teagues on the mockumentary. Gilles Mingasson/ABC Fresh Air Weekend highlights some of the best interviews and reviews fromRead More
Women building a sustainable future: India’s rural energy pioneers |
[ad_1] Salt farming in India is hard work. In Gujarat, women set up huts, dig wells, and pump up brine, which they sift through a series of pans, eventually crystallising salt. Apart from the pumping, all elements of the process are completed by hand. The women generally work without a contract, and the pay isRead More
CPAC: US conservatives talk Ukraine, Putin and Biden
[ad_1] US conservatives are unsurprisingly united in their criticism of Joe Biden’s foreign policy – but they are also divided over how best to deal with Russia after the invasion of Ukraine. The BBC went to the Conservative Political Action Conference in Florida to ask grassroots activists what they think of Joe Biden, Vladimir PutinRead More
Remembering Paul Farmer, a physician and global health care champion : NPR
[ad_1] DAVE DAVIES, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. Paul Farmer, the physician and anthropologist known for his long-standing efforts to bring health care to some of the poorest people in the developing world, died Monday in Rwanda on the grounds of a hospital and university he helped establish. He was 62. Partners in Health, theRead More
Frederick Douglass biographer traces the rise of a legendary abolitionist and orator : NPR
[ad_1] DAVE DAVIES, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. I’m Dave Davies in for Terry Gross. This week, HBO premiered a new documentary about 19th-century abolitionist and orator Frederick Douglass. It features several distinguished actors reading from Douglass’ speeches and his autobiographies. Here’s actress Nicole Beharie reading from Douglass’s 1852 speech, “What To The Slave IsRead More
Peter Dinklage brings disarming sincerity to this oft-told tale : NPR
[ad_1] Haley Bennett stars as Roxanne in Joe Wright’s Cyrano. Peter Mountain/Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. hide caption toggle caption Peter Mountain/Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. Haley Bennett stars as Roxanne in Joe Wright’s Cyrano. Peter Mountain/Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. A lot of great actors have played Cyrano de Bergerac over the years, including José Ferrer, Christopher Plummer, Gérard Depardieu,Read More
Congress Needs to Enact FY22 Funding Now
[ad_1] After months of inaction, Congress is making some encouraging progress toward passing an FY22 appropriations package that could include significant increases for K-12 education. ASCD sent a letter to Congress this month signed by CEO Ranjit Sidhu urging that action be taken quickly. Read more on The ASCD Blog. [ad_2] Source link
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[ad_1] Rita Dove, poet, writer, Pulitzer Prize winner, US poet laureate February is Black History Month [ad_2] Source link
Indigenous communities model restorative justice
[ad_1] Indigenous communities are a model for restorative justice practices that can serve schools, writes Helen Thomas, the Office of Indian Education’s professional learning specialist for the Arizona Department of Education. In this commentary, Thomas shares how to integrate restorative justice as a “holistic framework for not only repairing, but nurturing and sustaining relationships.” [ad_2]Read More
Here’s how web is transforming wedding & events industry landscape via online wedding service aggregators
[ad_1] Image Source : FREEPIK Digital Wedding aggregation has introduced efficiency to the planning process and created monetisation opportunities for the vendors. The Indian wedding and events industry is one of the largest in the world. The industry is largely unorganized and highly fragmented, due to its sheer size and volume. As per the KPMGRead More
How to choose right stocks to optimize returns from share market
[ad_1] Image Source : PTI A view of Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) building, in Mumbai, Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022. A stock market downfall offers the perfect opportunity for retail investors to buy quality stocks. The Indian market has shown a handsome correction in the last nearly three months after one-sided rally that saw Sensex touching 62,245Read More
Gold fever at Hublot – The Hindu
[ad_1] While the Swiss watch brand revives an 80s trend with a new collection, its CEO Ricardo Guadalupe is also quick to embrace cryptocurrency While the Swiss watch brand revives an 80s trend with a new collection, its CEO Ricardo Guadalupe is also quick to embrace cryptocurrency Swiss watch brand Hublot is no stranger toRead More
Did our job at IPL auction, over to players to win Punjab Kings the elusive trophy: Ness Wadia | Cricket News
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia feels they have done half the job by picking a “well-rounded” squad at the recent Indian Premier League (IPL) auction and hopes the chosen players will do the rest to help the franchise bag the elusive trophy. Punjab Kings have under-performed since IPL’s inception, reaching the finalRead More
CBSE Term 2 Exams 2022: Term 2 Practical Exams Of Class 10th And 12th Will Be Held From March 2, See Detail Datesheet – CBSE Term 2 Exams 2022 : 2 मार्च से होंगी कक्षा 10वीं और 12वीं की टर्म 2 प्रैक्टिकल परीक्षा, डिटेल डेटशीट देखें
[ad_1] प्रैक्टिकल परीक्षाएं 2 मार्च से शुरू नई दिल्ली: CBSE Term 2 Exams 2022 : केंद्रीय माध्यमिक शिक्षा बोर्ड (CBSE) ने कक्षा 10वीं और कक्षा 12वीं की टर्म 2 प्रैक्टिकल परीक्षा का शेड्यूल जारी कर दिया है. प्रैक्टिकल परीक्षाएं 2 मार्च से शुरू होंगी और थ्योरी परीक्षा के शुरू होने से 10 दिन पहले ही खत्म हो जाएंगी.Read More
UNSC to vote on resolution condemning Russian invasion in Ukraine; US says fully expect Moscow to veto
[ad_1] Image Source : AP A metallurgical plant is seen on the outskirts of the city of Mariupol, Ukraine, Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022. The UN Security Council will vote on a draft resolution on Friday tabled by the US and Albania that will condemn in the strongest terms possible Russia’s aggression, invasion and violation ofRead More
Jammu & Kashmir: Two LeT terrorists killed in Shopian encounter
[ad_1] Image Source : PTI Jammu & Kashmir: Two LeT terrorist killed in Shopian encounter Highlights Two LeT terrorists gunned down in Shopian encounter Incriminating materials including arms & ammunition recovered: Kashmir Zone Police Search operation turned into an encounter after terrorists fired upon the forces who retaliated At least two terrorists were gunned downRead More
‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill passes in the Florida House, goes to state Senate : NPR
[ad_1] Florida State Rep. Carlos Smith speaks at a press conference at the Florida state capital in opposition to HB 1577, dubbed the ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill by critics, on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, in Tallahassee, Fla. Rick Wilson/AP hide caption toggle caption Rick Wilson/AP Florida State Rep. Carlos Smith speaks at a press conferenceRead More
How US Sanctions Will Crimp Russia’s Tech Sector
[ad_1] Last November, the tech giant Yandex unveiled Chervonenkis, Russia’s most powerful supercomputer and the 19th most powerful commercial computer on the planet. Chervonenkis, which Yandex uses to train artificial intelligence algorithms for applications like web search and translation, was built by linking together more than 1,500 chips from the US company Nvidia. Earlier thisRead More
How much a house costs in Pune
[ad_1] A house is probably the biggest spend for most Indians. And with urban population increasing manifold, buying a house in a large city, which is where most jobs are likely to be, has become difficult—the main obstacle cost. Determining a property’s value is difficult. Our compilation of property prices of prominent localities in majorRead More
Fast Forward to 2022: Showcasing our Scholars in CTE Alumni
[ad_1] A 2015 Presidential Executive Order expanded the Presidential Scholars award to recognize students on the basis of outstanding scholarship, demonstrated ability, and accomplishment in career and technical education (CTE) fields. February is CTE Month, and in the spirit of celebrating the unique and valuable opportunity CTE provides, we checked back in with a fewRead More
Singer-songwriter Mitski brings surging energy and emotions to ‘Laurel Hell’ : NPR
[ad_1] Mitski claims new ground on her sixth album, spreading herself across different kinds of pop music with each new song. The result is more varied than anything she’s created thus far. DAVE DAVIES, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. The singer and songwriter Mitski made one of the most acclaimed albums of 2018. It wasRead More
Indian Embassy Advice On How To Find Bomb Shelters In Ukraine
[ad_1] Russia-Ukraine crisis: Air raid sirens were heard in cities across Ukraine today (AFP) New Delhi: As Russia invaded Ukraine, the Indian Embassy at 5 pm issued its third advisory since this morning on guidelines for Indians. “We are aware that certain places are hearing air sirens/bomb warnings. In case you are faced with suchRead More
Russian President Vladimir Putin Announced An Attack On Ukraine,5 Major Developments – Ukraine Russia Crisis: यूक्रेन ने कहा-रूस ने अब तक किए 203 हमले, जंग से जुड़ी 5 खास बातें
[ad_1] रूस के राष्ट्रपति व्लादिमीर पुतिन ने यूक्रेन पर हमले का ऐलान कर दिया है (फाइल फोटो) Ukraine Russia War: रूस ने यूक्रेन पर हमला कर दिया है. रूस के राष्ट्रपति व्लादिमीर पुतिन ने भारतीय समयानुसार करीब 8:30 बजे यूक्रेन पर हमले का ऐलान किया. इस हमले की अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर निंदा एवं प्रतिबंधों कोRead More
Russia-Ukraine conflict has English tutors worried
[ad_1] The military crisis between Russia and Ukraine has caused concern among participants in a volunteer program in which US students use video chats to teach English to students in Ukraine. Katerina Manoff, founder of the ENGin program, says US participants are worried about the safety of the students in Ukraine. [ad_2] Source link
Coffee, Appetisers And More: Roastery Coffee House Is The Latest Cafe On The Block
[ad_1] Whether to unwind over coffee or relish a quick snack, cafes have become our go-to places. The Indian coffee market, too, has expanded manifold. There are many new and happening places to cater to this growing demand from people who can’t do without their hot cuppa. Roastery Coffee House is the latest addition toRead More
Cyberattacks against Ukraine have intensified in recent days : NPR
[ad_1] NPR’s A Martinez talks to Lauren Zabierek, executive director of the Cyber Project at Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center, about the cyber threats facing Ukraine. A MARTINEZ, HOST: Ukraine under attack, blasts and the sounds of explosions rang out in several major cities after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced in a nationally televised addressRead More
Air India flight AI1947 returning to Delhi due to Notice to Air Missions in Ukraine | Mobility News
[ad_1] Due to the closure of Ukrainian airspace as a result of Russia’s military incursion, an Air India plane that took off for Kyiv in Ukraine on Thursday morning to bring back Indians from the eastern European country has returned to Delhi. After the Air India flight had departed from Delhi on Thursday morning, the Ukrainian authorities issued a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen), which stated that flights of civil aircraft within Ukraine “are restricted due to potential hazard for civil aviation”. Also read: Airlines should stop flying over Ukraine amid tensions with Russia: Conflict zone monitorRead More
Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Live News Updates
[ad_1] MOSCOW — President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia declared the start of a “special military operation” in Ukraine on Thursday, after months of speculation about Russia’s intentions as it massed tens of thousands of troops on Ukraine’s border. Addressing his nation in a televised speech broadcast just before 6 a.m. Thursday, Mr. Putin saidRead More