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The Class and Status Signals Hidden Inside Every Indian Dating App Profile Nobody Discusses

The college name is never just a college nameYou put IIT or SRCC or Symbiosis in your bio and told yourself it was for context. It wasn't. You knew, the way everyone knows without saying it, that certain institution names function as shorthand for a family's income bracket, their English…

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In 1992, Congress backed a plan to dechannelize Florida's Kissimmee River and restore its watershed. 28 years later, the project had restored 19 of 44 river miles and 6,500 acres of floodplain wetlands, with wildlife returning

Florida's Kissimmee River underwent a significant restoration after decades of channelization. This project aimed to revive its natural floodplain and wetland ecosystems. The restoration efforts successfully brought back several bird species to the area. It also served as a model for the larger Everglades restoration initiative.

The Economic Times

Al Murray backs stem cell register campaign following death of young nephew

The comedian, best known for his Pub Landlord persona, lost his nephew Finley in 2021.

Evening Standard

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Woman Gets Goodyears. Then The Shop Tries To Take Them Back—And Replace Them With Cheaper Douglas Tires: ‘Go To Costco’

"No, ma'am."

Motor1

HHS Refers Hospitals, Pharmacies and Benefit Managers to Federal Investigators Over Youth Gender Care Billing Codes

HHS referred health systems, pharmacies, and PBMs to the OIG and the Department of Justice for billing codes used for gender care in minors.

Medical Daily

What Should You Do With Cornstalks Before They Turn Brittle?

Cornstalks look impressive for about five minutes after the last ears come off. Then they start turning into a towering collection of dry leaves, tough stems, and garden debris that somehow seems determined to make cleanup harder. The smartest time to deal with corn plants comes before those stalks become…

Frugal Gardening

Bernie Marcus was fired from his job in 1978, then built Home Depot and an $11 billion fortune — now his foundation is putting nearly $30 million into heart research, reviving his early dream of medicine

Bernie Marcus was fired from Handy Dan in 1978, a setback that helped push him toward cofounding Home Depot and building an $11 billion fortune. Now, decades later, his foundation is putting nearly $30 million into stem cell research for heart attack recovery, carrying forward the medical dream he could…

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Home Depot billionaire Bernie Marcus' foundation donates $28.7 million to stem cell research that could repair hearts damaged by heart attacks

The foundation of late Home Depot cofounder Bernie Marcus has committed $28.7 million to stem cell research at the University of Southern California. The research aims to develop treatments for heart damage caused by heart attacks. The funding will support physician-scientist Charles “Chuck” Murry, director of USC’s Stem Cell Center.…

The Times of India

Why Do Some Pumpkins Turn Orange Long Before Harvest?

A pumpkin can flash its Halloween-ready orange weeks before the calendar says it should, leaving gardeners with one very reasonable question: Is that pumpkin actually ripe, or is it simply showing off? Color plays an important role in pumpkin maturity, but orange skin alone does not mean the fruit has…

Frugal Gardening

Billionaire Home Depot cofounder Bernie Marcus' foundation donates nearly $30 million toward stem cell research for heart attacks

The Marcus Foundation has made historic medical research donations during the past few decades.

Fortune

Japan's Former Currency Diplomat Says the Yen Is 'Clearly Too Weak,' Warns More Intervention From Tokyo and Washington Could Come 'at Any Time'

Japan and the U.S. could step in to support the yen again “at any time,” according to Mitsuhiro Furusawa, Tokyo’s former top currency diplomat, who also said the Bank of Japan should signal faster interest rate hikes to stem the currency’s decline.

Benzinga

University of Michigan to switch to pass/fail grades for first-semester students

School said it is pivoting away from letter-grading system to ‘curb the mental health crisis’ among college students

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Summer bedding plants will continue to flower into autumn if you carry out this crucial task in August – don't miss out on a second flush of blooms

It's the gardening job you don't want to skip

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7 Low-Cost Ways to Protect Grapes as They Begin to Sweeten

Nothing tests a gardener’s patience quite like watching grape clusters finally plump up, only to discover that birds, wasps, raccoons, or hungry squirrels noticed them first. The weeks before harvest bring the biggest reward, but they also attract every creature in the neighborhood that appreciates a sugary snack. Protecting grapes…

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India's youth not merely competing with world, leading it: Pralhad Joshi

India's education system is now learner-centric and research-driven, preparing students for the future. Prime Minister Modi believes India's youth are key architects for a developed nation by 2047. Higher education enrollment has significantly increased, with many new institutions established across the country. Government initiatives expose children to innovation and technology,…

The Times of India

Quote of the day by Blaise Pascal: 'All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone' and the $100 billion industry built to keep you from doing it

In today's fast-paced world, the age-old human inclination to dodge self-reflection has intensified. Individuals often turn to myriad distractions to avoid confronting uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. This constant quest for entertainment can lead to poor decision-making and decreased well-being. Modern psychological approaches emphasize the importance of fostering moments of stillness…

The Economic Times

Shikhar Dhawan praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting backs him for bright future

Shikhar Dhawan lauded Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's exceptional batting skills at a young age. Sooryavanshi achieved significant success in recent T20I and IPL matches. Dhawan also inaugurated a new STEM lab at Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, Pitampura. This initiative aims to enhance technology-enabled education for over 2,500 students. The Shikhar Dhawan Foundation supports digital…

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Why Are Your Winter Squash Vines Rooting Along the Ground?

Winter squash vines sometimes surprise gardeners by sending tiny roots into the soil along their long, wandering stems. It can look like the plant has decided to grow a second underground support system, and in a way, that is exactly what it is doing.

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Researchers Are Printing Bone Cancer Cells into Gel Cubes to Study a Tumor That Ignores Chemotherapy and Radiation

Rowan researchers are 3D printing chondrosarcoma cells into a hydrogel to study how the tumor recruits stem cells. Flat cell culture cannot answer this.

Medical Daily

Stanford Finds the Aging Brain Is Not Sealed off from the Body, Overturning a Long-Held Assumption

Stanford researchers found blood-derived immune cells enter the aging human brain, challenging the idea that it is immunologically sealed. What it means.

Medical Daily

UCLA Finds a Coronavirus Protein That Turns Immune Cells Against the Body's Own Blood Vessels

UCLA lab research found the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein amplifies macrophage inflammation and weakens heart vessel barriers. What it does and does not show.

The Times of India

Quote of the day by Martha Nussbaum: 'Knowledge is no guarantee of good behavior, but ignorance is a virtual guarantee of bad behavior' and how our education system forgot the second half

Martha Nussbaum emphasizes that possessing technical skills isn't synonymous with ethical conduct. She points out that ignorance, whether intentional or overlooked, can lead to detrimental choices. Today's educational systems may churn out proficient employees but often lack the essential elements of critical thinking and empathy. The humanities, she argues, play…

The Conversation

How would NZ’s vital freight system handle a big earthquake? Our study sounds a warning

When we think of a major earthquake striking Aotearoa New Zealand, our minds first turn to collapsed buildings and the immediate toll on human lives.

The Economic Times

US employers rethink H-1B talent strategy as Trump policies tighten: Envoy Global

US employers are changing hiring and retention strategies for foreign professionals. This shift occurs as H-1B program changes make it more expensive and unpredictable. Companies now focus on long-term immigration plans starting with student visas. They are also accelerating green card sponsorships due to processing delays. This approach aims to…

The Times of India

New York recycled almost 5,000 discarded toilets into artificial oyster reefs beneath Jamaica Bay instead of sending them to landfill; know why

New York City repurposed nearly five thousand old toilets into artificial reef structures. These porcelain fixtures now provide a base for juvenile oyster growth in Jamaica Bay. Oyster reefs are vital for filtering pollutants and improving water quality in New York Harbour. Decades of pollution and overfishing had previously destroyed…

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