Early Childhood Sugar Intake Linked to Lower Dementia Risk
LONDON: Consuming very little sugar during the first two years of life may help protect the brain from dementia decades later, according to a new study that examined the long-term effects of sugar consumption in early childhood. Researchers analyzed the impact of the end of sugar rationing in the United Kingdom after World War II, […]
Japan Earthquake Survivors Face Second Major Disaster in a Decade as Death Toll Reaches 30
TOKYO: Survivors of the devastating Japan earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture are once again rebuilding their lives after a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan, killing at least 30 people and leaving thousands without electricity, water, and safe shelter. The latest disaster has reopened painful memories for residents who endured the catastrophic twin earthquakes that devastated […]
Lahore Building Collapse Death Toll Rises to 10 as Rescue Operation Continues in Baghbanpura
LAHORE: The death toll from the Lahore building collapse in the Baghbanpura area has risen to 10 after rescuers recovered the body of a woman from the rubble on Thursday. Rescue officials said the operation remains underway as a young girl is still believed to be trapped beneath the collapsed structure. The tragic incident occurred […]
Oscar-Winning Irish Musician Glen Hansard Dies in Motorcycle Crash at 56
DUBLIN: Oscar-winning Irish musician Glen Hansard, best known for the acclaimed film “Once” and its Academy Award-winning song “Falling Slowly,” has died in a motorcycle crash near Dublin, Ireland. He was 56. Hansard’s management company, ATC Management, confirmed his death on Wednesday, saying his family was “deeply shocked and heartbroken” by the tragic loss. According […]
Michigan Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Becomes Largest on Record as Cases Top 10,000
Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak surpasses 10,000 cases as health officials investigate recalled lettuce and nationwide infections. A record-breaking outbreak of cyclosporiasis has infected more than 10,000 people in Michigan, making it the largest outbreak ever recorded in the state and one of the most significant foodborne illness events in recent U.S. history. According to the Michigan […]
BREAKING NEWS, GREATER HOUSTON!
Exciting news for the diverse communities of Greater Houston—especially our vibrant Desi community! Your favorite neighborhood grocery destination, World Food Warehouse, is celebrating its Grand Opening under Brand-New Management on Friday, July 31, 2026! Lots of FREE Giveaways Huge Grand Opening Discounts Fresh Produce • Desi Spices • Halal Meats • International Groceries & Much More! World Food Warehouse 14625 Beechnut St. Houston, TX 77083 […]
Frasers Raises Burberry Stake to 4.16%, Becomes Third-Largest Shareholder
British retail giant Frasers Group has increased its financial exposure in luxury fashion house Burberry Group, raising its interest to 4.16%, according to a regulatory filing released by the UK-based company on Tuesday. The latest filing shows that Frasers, which is controlled by billionaire Mike Ashley, has steadily expanded its position in Burberry over the […]
Italy’s Child Obesity Crisis Deepens as More Teenagers Require Weight-Loss Surgery
LONDON: Italy, long celebrated as the birthplace of the Mediterranean diet, is facing a growing childhood obesity crisis, with an increasing number of children and teenagers struggling with severe weight problems that are now requiring life-changing medical treatment. Among them is 17-year-old Salvatore, who weighs 170 kilograms (26 stone 10 pounds) and finds even basic […]
Neha Bora Rejects ‘Pakistani Agent’ Label After India Exam Protest Victory
NEW DELHI: Student activist Neha Bora has strongly rejected allegations that protesters were acting as “Pakistani agents,” saying the claims were an attempt to silence young people demanding accountability over India’s exam paper leak controversy. Speaking after participating in the mass demonstrations at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, Bora said branding protesters as foreign agents was a […]
Chinese AI Models Gain Popularity in US as Affordable Alternatives to OpenAI and Anthropic
HONG KONG: Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) companies are rapidly expanding their global presence as businesses and technology professionals in the United States increasingly adopt their advanced, lower-cost AI models for everyday tasks. The growing popularity of Chinese AI platforms highlights intensifying competition in the global artificial intelligence industry, where affordability and performance are becoming key […]