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Could your daily routine be harming your heart?

Heart disease is often linked to major lifestyle choices, but simple daily habits can also pose a health risk. Prolonged sitting, a lack of adequate sleep, and unmanaged chronic stress can quietly damage cardiovascular health. Making minor routine adjustments can easily protect your heart over time.

Balochistan unrest affects Pakistan's biggest copper mine as China flags security concerns

Amid the unrest in Balochistan, China has raised security concerns pertaining to Saindak mine, which is Pakistan's largest copper and gold mine. Last week itself, Pakistan's military announced that at least 42 persons were killed in three attacks by Baloch insurgents.

West Indies cricket legend Garfield Sobers dies at 89

Cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the game, has passed away. The Barbadian icon represented the West Indies with distinction and redefined cricket through his extraordinary batting, bowling, and fielding abilities. Sobers leaves behind an unmatched legacy that shaped generations of cricketers across the world.

Vance accuses Israel of targeting him over Iran deal as Netanyahu draws flak

Speaking with podcaster Joe Rogan, U.S. Vice President JD Vance accused some elements within the Israeli government of running a paid campaign against him over his support for the Iran deal. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu came in for criticism as IDF continued bombing Lebanon despite a ceasefire, just when Iran and U.S. were close to finalising the MoU.

What your body really needs before your first cup of coffee

Drinking coffee immediately after waking up can disrupt your body's natural energy levels and digestion. Health experts suggest drinking water, eating a protein-rich breakfast, getting natural sunlight, and waiting 90 minutes to prevent afternoon energy crashes.

As Sonam Wangchuk's protest enters 20th day, his father's 1984 fast that brought Indira Gandhi to Leh returns to focus

As Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike enters its 20th day, attention has turned to his father Sonam Wangyal's 1984 fast, which prompted then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi to intervene over Ladakh's Scheduled Tribe status demand.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina's Milei to skip world cup final, cites superstition

Argentine President Javier Milei has confirmed he will not attend the FIFA World Cup final, citing superstition as Argentina prepares to face Spain. A close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, Milei said he will watch the match from home as the reigning champions chase a second consecutive World Cup title against the 2010 champions.

Scientists unmask asteroid as elusive dark comet

stronomers have identified a mysterious object known as '1998 SH2' as a rare "dark comet", a space object that looks like an asteroid but behaves like a comet. The object's unusual orbit and unexpected course changes have puzzled scientists for years, offering new insights into the hidden population of small bodies travelling through the Solar System.

India attends Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting in Pakistan

According to the press release shared by the Pakistani Foreign Ministry, “The participants exchanged information and assessments regarding the situation along the international borders.”

Why Russian aircraft use flexible refuelling hoses compared to US refuelling booms
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Russian jets use flexible hoses to refuel multiple aircraft simultaneously. US rigid booms pump fuel much faster for heavy bombers but require complex hardware. Probe-and-drogue systems also easily fit onto standard fighter jets.

India's rainfall plunges to 24-year low, drought fears return, kharif crops in danger

India is facing its weakest monsoon start in nearly a quarter of a century, threatening crops, farmers, food production and bringing about fears of drought. India experienced a rainfall deficit of around 23 per cent between June 1 and July 16, compared to the usual. At the same time, rainfall for the week of July 9 to 15 alone was 51 percent below normal.

Sleaze charge stains Zelensky: 'They chose corruption over victory' says ousted Defence minister

The political landscape in Kyiv erupted in chaos as Zelensky faces an unprecedented leadership crisis. Thousands of furious citizens flooded the streets for a second straight day after the sudden sacking of Defence Minister Mykhailo Federov.

Christopher Nolan reimagines the trojan horse in 'The Odyssey'

Director Christopher Nolan has revealed why he decided to leave out one of Homer's oldest jokes while adapting The Odyssey for the big screen. Nolan explained that the 3,000-year-old Greek pun involving Odysseus' famous "Nobody" trick did not translate well to modern cinema, despite being one of the epic's most iconic moments.

AI designs 'invisible' drone that tricks the human eye

Researchers at Northwestern University have developed an AI-designed drone that spins fast enough to fool the human eye, making it appear almost invisible. The single-propeller drone rotates around 25 times per second, while tests found it is around 10 times less visible than conventional drones. Scientists say AI was used to test thousands of designs before arriving at the final model.

Sell bibles, sneakers, truth social posts: How to make money as an American president

#Gravitas U.S. President Donald Trump’s media company is planning to charge for special high-speed access to his Truth Social posts. The paid service will give Wall Street firms high-speed access to its most influential posts.

Iran reports several killed in strikes that hit 5 bridges

As tensions reach a boiling point, U.S. forces have conducted a sixth consecutive night of airstrikes across southern Iran, specifically targeting critical transportation infrastructure. Iranian state media reports that at least five bridges—including key logistical routes like the Gariveh and Kahurestan bridges—were struck, severely impacting internal mobility.

With all eyes on Vikram-1, Singapore's wealth fund and investment body fuels India's private space era

Singapore's sovereign wealth funds have emerged as key backers of Skyroot Aerospace, providing crucial funding as India's first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1, prepares for its maiden launch.

Tamil Nadu: Dramatic twist in probe into ₹35 crore bribery row

Chennai Police are probing an alleged conspiracy dubbed "Project Meghalaya", involving claims that TVK MLAs were offered huge sums to defy the party whip during an Assembly vote. The complaint, filed by TVK MLA N. Elaiyaraja, alleges a ₹35 crore bribe offer by YouTuber Thirunavukkarasu and others in an attempt to destabilise the Vijay-led government. A senior television journalist has also been questioned as part of the investigation.

Bibles, crypto to Truth Social, inside Trump's growing business empire | Gravitas

Trumps Truth Social account has nearly 13 million followers and is closely watched by all corners of the globe because he uses his account to make threats and impose tariffs on various countries.