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New Smart Bands Are Coming, and Whoop Is Scared
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New Smart Bands Are Coming, and Whoop Is Scared

We may earn a commission from links on this page. I flagged smart bands as one of the tech trends of 2026, based on what I was seeing, so it’s interesting to watch the rollout of the Fitbit Air and the buzz around the (still unconfirmed) Garmin Cirqa. Whoop, which has long been the undisputed leader in this area, now has a ton of competition. Here’s what I see going on, and what I think we should expect going forward.  Fitness trackers have reached the end of their evolution, and their universe is rebootingTo explain how we got here, I’m going to take you through a little history lesson with the theme of: What do we expect a fitness tracker to be? Fitbit has been working on this question for over 15 years, beginning with simple digital pedometers that clipped to your ...
King responds to criticism about Punjabi songs objectifying women
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King responds to criticism about Punjabi songs objectifying women

Singer-rapper King recently addressed the long-debated issue of objectification of women in Punjabi music, especially that of the rap genre, during an exclusive interaction with IANS. When asked about the criticism often directed at Punjabi songs for allegedly promoting stereotypes and problematic representation of women, the artist chose to respond with honesty. He urged people to look at music as a subjective art form rather than boxing one industry into a stereotype. Source link
Increase daily steps to 8,500 and keep weight off after dieting: Study
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Increase daily steps to 8,500 and keep weight off after dieting: Study

Doing around 8,500 steps a day can help people keep weight off after dieting, according to new research.  To be presented at the ‘European Congress on Obesity’ (ECO 2026) in Istanbul, Turkey, from May 12-15, the study showed that there was a clear link between increasing step count and preventing weight regain.  Specifically, it was important to increase step count during the weight loss phase and maintain this increase during the weight maintenance phase. Patients who did so regained less weight, said the study published in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. “The most important – and greatest – challenge when treating obesity is preventing weight regain,” explains Professor Marwan El Ghoch from University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy. Arou...
Britney Spears breaks silence on ‘spiritual journey’ following DUI sentencing – National
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Britney Spears breaks silence on ‘spiritual journey’ following DUI sentencing – National

Britney Spears has broken her silence and made her first public statement after pleading guilty during an arraignment last week, following charges of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Spears will avoid jail time after pleading guilty to the misdemeanour charge of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol.In an Instagram post shared on Sunday, Spears said she went to the pet store with her kids and took a photo of a “beautiful baby snake.” 2:50 Britney Spears released from hospital after DUI arrest “Snakes are symbolic of good health, higher consciousness, and pure luck,” Spears wrote. “I’m so damn thankful to my friends ...
Apple Just Made Texting Between iPhone and Android Secure
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Apple Just Made Texting Between iPhone and Android Secure

Perhaps the best thing to happen to smartphones in the past five years was Apple's decision to start supporting RCS. Ever since, texting between iPhone and Android hasn't been a nightmare caused by SMS: Group chats function as they should, photos and videos can be sent in high quality, and you can even see when the other person is typing—though the messages are still green. While the experience is miles better than it used to be, it isn't perfect. There are still some key functions missing from RCS on iPhone. For instance, you can't unsend messages, reply to a thread, or edit iPhone messages. The latter can only happen on the Android side, while only iPhones can react with emojis right now. The biggest omission, however, is support for end-to-end encryption (E2EE). This is arguably the mos...
Mumbai doctors warn about surge in conjunctivitis and dry eyes during summer
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Mumbai doctors warn about surge in conjunctivitis and dry eyes during summer

With summer temperatures rising in Mumbai, doctors are observing an increase in eye-related problems such as conjunctivitis (pink eye), eye irritation, and dryness across all age groups. From school-going children to working adults and senior citizens, many people are reporting symptoms like redness, itching, swelling, and watery eyes. Eye problems are quite common during the summer and can often disturb daily comfort and peace of mind. However, experts point out that hot weather, increased dust exposure, pollution, and sudden climate fluctuations are contributing to the rise in these eye conditions. Causes of conjunctivitis during summer Dr Nusrat Bukhari, who is an ophthalmologist at Apollo Spectra in Tardeo, explains, “Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, is an inflammation of...
Sai Tamhankar thinks her character is bold and impossible to ignore
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Sai Tamhankar thinks her character is bold and impossible to ignore

Bold, independent and unafraid to speak her mind, the character of Barkha from Matka King instantly struck a chord with Sai Tamhankar. Add filmmaker Nagraj Manjule to the mix, and it became an experience she deeply cherished. “Looking at our history, if a female artiste is given somebody’s wife’s role, we make the general assumption that she will be ornamental. When I read [the script], I thought a female, standing up for herself and exercising her voice was very interesting,” shares the actor. “I think this is boldness for me — exercising your independence and putting out your voice. I like such women. It’s a big deal in that era. So, I was happy to play the character because she has her own journey.” Source link
Justin Baldoni’s lawyers move to block Blake Lively’s damages bid – National
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Justin Baldoni’s lawyers move to block Blake Lively’s damages bid – National

Lawyers for It Ends With Us actor Justin Baldoni asked a judge to deny any future proceedings related to Blake Lively’s request to recover legal fees and damages that resulted from the legal dispute against Baldoni and his company, Wayfarer Studios. This comes after the It Ends With Us co-stars agreed to resolve their legal differences, following Lively’s claims that Wayfarer Studios retaliated against her for complaining about misconduct and organized what she refers to as a “smear campaign” aimed at destroying her reputation and career prospects through negative social media posts.Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios denied Lively’s allegations and Baldoni was dismissed as a defendant in U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman’s April 2 ruling, when he threw out Lively’s sexual harassment claims.In a le...
Atma Namaste: Inside India’s fast-growing Pranic Healing practice
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Atma Namaste: Inside India’s fast-growing Pranic Healing practice

In the middle of increasingly stressful urban lifestyles, a growing number of Indians are now turning towards alternative wellness practices focused on emotional and spiritual well-being. Among the names gaining attention is `Atma Namaste™`, a Mumbai-based organisation promoting Pranic Healing as a method of achieving balance, clarity and inner peace. The organisation follows the teachings of Grand Master Choa Kok Sui, who developed and systematised Pranic Healing — a non-touch and non-invasive energy healing practice aimed at improving mental, emotional and physical wellness. It is drawing attention from people across different walks of life, including public figures, entrepreneurs and professionals seeking balance and clarity amid demanding lifestyles. Philosophy behind the practice T...
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Pixel 9
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Pixel 9

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Credit: Illustration by Ian Moore and product image courtesy of Amazon. The Pixel 9 came out in the fall of 2024 along with the 9 Pro and Pro XL, while the budget Pixel 9a came out last year. Pixel phones are some of the best phones I've ever owned and truly stand the test of time—so even though these aren't the newest models, they're still a great choice in 2026. If you're looking for a big discount on a middle-of-the-pack Pixel, the 128 GB unlocked Pixel 9 is just $449 (originally $799) after a $350 discount. That's the lowest price it has been since i...