Work continues on a passenger plane five times faster than the speed of sound
(Photo: Hermes) Atlanta: A local American company is working on a hypersonic plane that can travel five times the speed of sound from London to New York in just 90…
High blood pressure in children can increase the risk of stroke up to 4 times, research
Toronto: Having hypertension in childhood and adolescence can potentially quadruple the risk of long-term serious cardiovascular diseases such as stroke and heart attack, according to a new study. One in…
Explainer: Feeding Haiti in times of crisis
Gangs reportedly control up to 90 per cent of Port-au-Prince, raising concerns that hunger is being used as a weapon to coerce local populations and hold sway over rival armed…
An epidemic 20 times more dangerous than Corona, the World Health Organization has sounded the alarm
World Health Organization, file photo The World Health Organization has revealed that there are fears of an epidemic called ‘Disease X’ in the world, which is 20 times more dangerous…
Diabetes and depression together increase the risk of death up to 4 times
New Mexico: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 5% of adults around the world suffer from depression, which increases the risk of depression among these people. Researchers have…
Gaza: UNRWA chief underscores duty to protect civilians at all times
“Let me be clear: protecting civilians in times of conflict is not an aspiration or an ideal; it is an obligation and a commitment to our shared humanity,” UNRWA Commissioner…
Kids who exercise can handle tough times, study finds
Basel: According to a recent study, children who exercise regularly can cope with any kind of stress easily. Researchers at the University of Basel in Switzerland have reported in a…
Protect children at all times and at all places, UN envoys tell nations
In 2022, the UN verified 27,180 instances of grave violations targeting children – use in conflict, killing and maiming, rape and sexual violence, abduction, attacks on schools, and denial of…
Best times for different foods
We all should be careful about our health because health is wealth. It is generally believed that fruits, vegetables, milk can be consumed at any time, but this is not…
Why is it important to set consistent sleep times?
File photo It is considered good for human health to set regular sleeping hours. Consistent and adequate hours of sleep are essential for functioning optimally throughout the day. Here’s a…