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Mpox no longer a global public health emergency: World Health Organization

6Sep

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Mpox no longer a global public health emergency: World Health Organization

Mpox no longer represents a global public health emergency, the WHO said Friday, following a steady decline in cases and deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other affected countries. The World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) in August 2024 after a two-pronged mpox epidemic broke out, primarily in the DRC. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus lifted the status following Thursday`s quarterly meeting of the UN health agency`s emergency committee on the mpox outbreak. "This decision is based on sustained declines in cases and deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and in other affected countries, including Burundi, Sierra Leone and Uganda," he told a press conference. Tedros said there was now a better understanding...

6Sep

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The Best TV Deals for 2025

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Credit: llustration by Zain Awais and product image courtesy of Amazon. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news.Getting the right TV is an art. You need to know whether you need a QLED or OLED in your living room, or perhaps you're just looking for a budget LED to stick in a basement to keep up with your shows while doing some work. Regardless of what you get, getting a TV at a bargain is a win we all need. I've rounded up the ...

The Great Indian Kapil Show: What made Sanjay Dutt bow to a fan?

6Sep

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The Great Indian Kapil Show: What made Sanjay Dutt bow to a fan?

Bollywood celebrities Suniel Shetty and Sanjay Dutt are set to appear on Kapil Sharma`s The Great Indian Kapil Show. A new teaser for the show shows Sanjay having a humorous discussion with a fan, and people can`t get enough of it. The clip includes a viewer who says, "Aaj main aapni girlfriend aur wife dono ke saath aaya hun (Today I have come to the show with both my wife and girlfriend)." This left Kapil Sharma, Archana Puran Singh, Sanjay Dutt, and Suniel Shetty astonished. While Suniel and Sanjay were originally seen clapping, Sanjay subsequently approached the fan`s seat and inquired, "Yeh aapne kaise kiya?" "How did you do this?" Please teach us, too)." The actor`s comment had Kapil and the audience in stitches. Fans reacted instantly to the video. One comment stated, "Sanjay Dutt...

Cardiovascular diseases cause one-third of all deaths in India, states report

5Sep

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Cardiovascular diseases cause one-third of all deaths in India, states report

Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of mortality in India, causing nearly 31 per cent of deaths, according to the latest data presented by the Sample Registration Survey under the Registrar General of India. The Report on Causes of Death: 2021-2023, issued on Wednesday, said non-communicable diseases are the leading causes of death in the country, constituting 56.7 per cent of all deaths. "Communicable, maternal, perinatal and nutritional conditions constitute another 23.4 per cent of deaths. In the 2020-2022 (affected by COVID) period, the corresponding values were 55.7 per cent and 24.0 per cent, respectively," it said. The report said that overall cardiovascular disease remained the leading cause of death, claiming nearly 31 per cent of lives, followed by respiratory inf...

Justin Bieber releases 2nd surprise album in two months, ‘Swag II’

5Sep

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Entertainment, Movies

Justin Bieber releases 2nd surprise album in two months, ‘Swag II’

Never Say Never because Justin Bieber has surprised fans — again — by releasing his eighth studio album, Swag II, on Friday. It’s a follow-up to his July release, when the Canadian musician released his seventh studio album, Swag, after he teased it on billboards and in social media posts. Bieber did the same rollout for Swag II. Story continues below advertisement The 31-year-old pop star began teasing the artwork Thursday for his new album on Instagram and all across the globe with a baby pink background and the text “Swag II.” Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Bieber also shared an...

Carney to announce support for ‘strategic sectors’ – National

5Sep

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Carney to announce support for ‘strategic sectors’ – National

Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to announce supports for “strategic sectors” on Friday as the U.S. trade war stretches on with no end in sight, according to his public itinerary. The announcement comes after the two-day Liberal cabinet retreat, which Carney’s office called a “Cabinet Planning Forum,” wrapped up in the GTA on Thursday. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. The retreat was “focused on building a stronger economy,” his office said.Earlier this week, most of Canada’s retaliatory tariffs against the United States came down, in keeping with an announcement Carney made last month.Carney announced in August...

5Sep

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These Are the Best VPN Deals for 2025

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. A VPN is one of those services that's always good to have around. These networks encrypt your traffic by sending it through proxies located around the globe, and they're useful whether you need some extra privacy, or you want to watch content or access websites that are geo-blocked where you are.And a VPN doesn't need to cost a ton. If you go on a month-by-month basis, popular VPN services can get expensive, but they become much more attractive if you're ready to pay for two or three years at once. Right now, with the right plan, you can get a reputable VPN service for as low as $2/month. On top of encrypting all your data so a middl...

Pune doctors witness sharp rise in women enquiring about egg freezing

5Sep

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Pune doctors witness sharp rise in women enquiring about egg freezing

Pune doctors are observing a spike in enquiries about egg freezing. Many women in their late 20s-35s are coming forward, seeking clarity on the process, benefits, and suitability. Experts call it a positive shift, as egg freezing gives women the option to plan motherhood according to their personal and professional timelines. Now, it is seen as a practical tool to preserve fertility and reduce age-related risks. Egg freezing, or oocyte cryopreservation, is a procedure where a woman’s eggs are collected, frozen, and stored for future use. When a woman is ready to conceive, these eggs can be thawed, fertilised with sperm, and implanted in the uterus. Dr Preethika Shetty, consultant - Obstetrician, Gynecologist & Infertility specialist, Motherhood Hospitals in Kharadi explains, “We ha...

Tanya Maniktala pays tribute to Mira Nair on Teacher`s Day

5Sep

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Tanya Maniktala pays tribute to Mira Nair on Teacher`s Day

Tanya Maniktala may have racked up several web series and films in her kitty, but ask her about a transformative project and she points to A Suitable Boy (2020). The British television drama not only brought her into the limelight but also introduced her to the magic of Mira Nair. On the occasion of Teacher’s Day today, the actor says that she was lucky to find a mentor in the acclaimed filmmaker so early on in her career. “Mira di trusted me not only with Lata Mehra [her character] in A Suitable Boy, but also as a performer, a student of cinema, and a human being capable of living that journey. Working under her was like attending the finest acting school in the world, where every moment was an education. She taught me to surrender to the character, to believe in the silences, and to fi...

‘John Candy: I Like Me’ trailer — Canadian actor’s life explored in documentary

5Sep

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Entertainment, Movies

‘John Candy: I Like Me’ trailer — Canadian actor’s life explored in documentary

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Fans of the late Canadian comedian John Candy will get an intimate look at the beloved actor’s life and legacy in upcoming documentary John Candy: I Like Me. The trailer dropped on Thursday, right before its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The documentary, directed by Colin Hanks, shares never-before-seen home videos and candid recollections from his collaborators to help paint a bigger, more complete picture of the iconic actor.“I’ve made winning my whole life,” Candy says in the clip. “And when you make winning your whole life, you have to keep on winning.” Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political...