H3N2 is a subtype of influenza A virus and powers many seasonal flu epidemics, infecting 10-20% of people worldwide each year. According to CDC surveillance, it made its first jump to humans in 1968 through antigenic shift with avian strains. It now causes up to 50% of flu hospitalizations in severe seasons, striking hardest at…
Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty nosedived on Monday (December 8, 2025) after two consecutive days of gains, as investors rushed to take profits amid the unabated selling of stocks by foreign investors. Analysts said investors turned defensive ahead of this week’s U.S. Federal Reserve policy decision, which further weakened the sentiment. The 30-share BSE…
Two Afghan asylum seekers who arrived in Britain on small boats have been jailed for raping a 15-year-old girl in Leamington Spa after dragging her into a dark park.Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niazal, both 17, lured the teenager away from her friends on May 10 before forcing her to perform oral sex in a secluded…
Today offers a soft beginning. You may be tempted to judge yourself for past mistakes or delays, but the universe gently reminds you that there is no perfect path. What matters is that you’re still willing to begin again. Let go of the pressure to be exact, efficient or always ahead. This is a day…
Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen and plays a key role in breathing. These contractions cause the vocal cords to close abruptly, producing the characteristic “hic” sound. Most hiccups are harmless and temporary, often triggered by overeating, consuming carbonated drinks, sudden temperature changes, or…
Image used for representational purposes. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The value of cryptocurrency transactions in India exceeded ₹51,000 crore in 2024-25, according to an analysis of data shared with Parliament, representing a 41% increase over the previous year. The data, shared by the Ministry of Finance in reply to a question in the Rajya…
For many, the phrase “golden years” conjures slowing down, retirement, or moving away from ambition. In astrology, later life, however, signals a time of karmic rewards, unexpected successes, and long-awaited acknowledgment. Some zodiac signs, especially, are thought to have a sudden burst of fortune, stability, and fulfillment as they age. These signals, financial comfort, emotional…
One of Buddha’s core teachings is the principle of impermanence (anicca). Nothing stays the same – our emotions, relationships, possessions, even our body and mind. Holding on too tightly – to success, comfort, identity, or people – often leads to suffering. But when we accept that change is natural, we become more flexible, resilient, and…
While the Donald Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee was meant for a deterrent for the tech industry to hire from overseas, the rural healthcare system is suffering now for want of good doctors as they can’t pay $100,000. The Washington Post reported the plight of a health facility in Shelby, a small town in…
Image used for representational purposes. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The rupee depreciated 14 paise to close at 90.09 (provisional) against the U.S. dollar on Monday (December 8, 2025), as elevated crude oil prices and persistent foreign fund outflows dented investor sentiments. Forex traders said multiple pressures, such as sustained importer demand for the American…
