Recent findings have sparked recalibration in how obesity is diagnosed and measured worldwide. A global commission has challenged the traditional reliance on Body Mass Index (BMI) as the...
Economic inequality remains concern globally, as evidenced by a recent Pew Research Center report. The survey, conducted across 36 countries, revealed that a median of 54 per cent...
The Extraordinary African Union Summit held in Kampala, Uganda, from January 9 to 11, 2025, concluded with the adoption of the Kampala Declaration. This transformative document sets a...
Recent studies highlight the effectiveness of separate water points for elephants in Namibia's Northern Highlands. These water points, strategically located away from villages, aim to reduce human-elephant interactions....
The global food system is facing unprecedented challenges. A recent analysis published in January 2025 marks critical issues affecting food security and diets worldwide. This study evaluated 42...
Recent discussions have emerged regarding poverty measurement in India. A survey by the State Bank of India (SBI) claims poverty has dipped below five per cent. This assertion...
The Gangasagar Mela, Hindu festival held annually on Sagar Island, West Bengal, has faced unprecedented challenges due to climate change. In January 2025, the festival experienced unusual warmth,...
The Mahakumbh festival in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, has drawn millions of devotees. As of January 14, 2025, reports indicated that 25 million people had bathed at the Sangam....
Research involving the roundworm Caenorhabditis elegans has transformed our understanding of biology. The tiny nematode, only 1 mm long, has played a very important role in scientific discoveries....
Speculation surrounds the future of TikTok in the United States as the Supreme Court deliberates on a law that could effectively ban the app for over 170 million...
