Author: Justin M. Larson

Are you living in a pit of worry at work, frightened of getting fired for doing the tiniest thing wrong? Do you fear that your kids will be worse off than you? Have you ever suspected that you’ve been denied a promotion at work because of who you are, not what you can do?Well, join the club. Or maybe not, because this particular club was apparently founded for white men and white men only. “Millions of men are walking around on eggshells at work too scared to speak freely, while knowing that being male can now be a disaster for…

There’s a lot to love about Pixel phones: clean Android software, powerful cameras, and Google’s signature AI smarts. But when it comes to performance and battery life, they’ve consistently lagged behind the likes of Samsung and Apple. And much of that has boiled down to one core issue: the chips powering them.Since introducing its custom Tensor chips with the Pixel 6 in 2021, Google has depended on Samsung’s foundry for chip manufacturing. While this gave Google control over AI integration, it came at a cost. Samsung’s fabrication process just hasn’t matched the efficiency or thermal performance of TSMC, the chipmaker…

Veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson is no stranger to firsts. She’s spent more days in space than any other American, and is now leading Axiom-4 mission to ISS. In an interview to TOI’s Chethan Kumar, Whitson talks about adapting to life in orbit, rise of commercial spaceflight, and why diversity will shape the future of space exploration. Excerpts:You’ve seen spaceflight evolve dramatically. How different is the landscape now?It’s changed a lot. When I started, spaceflight was almost entirely govt-led. Now, companies like Axiom Space are transforming how we explore space. They’re not only accelerating innovation but also opening doors for more…

Senator Ron Johnson of Wisconsin and Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky both indicated that they would seek major changes to the bill that passed the House. Source link

MUMBAI: The sensex closed higher for the second straight session on Monday, driven by gains in auto and IT shares amid easing global trade tensions and supportive domestic factors, including a bumper dividend from RBI and early monsoons. The sensex rose 455 points (0.6%) to close at 82,176, its highest level in over a week. Nifty added 148 points (0.6%) to end at 25,001, a level last seen on May 16.The market opened on a strong note and surged over 770 points during intra-day trade before paring some gains. Buying was broad-based across sectors, with auto, IT, FMCG, and metal…

Apoorva Mukhija, after facing previous criticism, playfully dubbed herself the ‘Alia Bhatt from Aram Nagar’ in a recent Instagram post, sparking mixed reactions. Her beige dress resembled Alia Bhatt’s Cannes saree, leading to comparisons. Mukhija is also set to appear in Karan Johar’s reality show ‘The Traitors,’ adding to her growing career. After facing backlash for her remarks on Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent, actor and content creator Apoorva Mukhija made a noteworthy return to social media last month. This time, she stirred fresh buzz by playfully calling herself the ‘Alia Bhatt from Aram Nagar,’ drawing a mix of reactions…

At the T.H. Chan School of Public Health, which relies heavily on federal support, a crisis response is underway and a reshaping of the institution feels inevitable. Source link

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The FBI will launch new investigations into the 2023 discovery of a bag of cocaine at the White House during Joe Biden’s term, as well as into pipe bombs discovered at Democratic and Republican party headquarters before the 6 January 2021 Capitol riot by supporters of Donald Trump, and the leak of the supreme court’s draft opinion before the historic overturning of national abortion rights with the Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision that overturned Roe v Wade in 2022.Dan Bongino, a rightwing podcaster turned deputy director of the FBI, made the announcement on X, where he said he…

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer for many people, and if you’re looking to upgrade the TV in your home theater or snag a second screen for your bedroom, office, or kids’ playroom, you can find steep discounts from brands like Sony, Samsung, and more right now.Also: The best Memorial Day deals live nowWhether you’re looking for a big-screen TV to create the ultimate home theater for summer blockbuster watch parties or just want a decent TV that will last you a few years, I’ve put together a list of the best TV deals I could find to…

BHBANESWAR: A leisurely boat ride nearly turned into a death trap for Cricket Association of Bengal president Snehasish Ganguly and his wife Arpita, when the vessel capsized in the rough sea near Puri’s Light House beach. Snehashish is the elder brother of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly.The couple, along with three other tourists, were about 100m from the shore when a massive wave struck their speedboat, flipping it. Swift action by lifeguards prevented the adventure boat ride from turning tragic.While the incident took place on Saturday evening, the matter came to light on Monday when video footage emerged of…

President Trump said he would give the European Union more time to negotiate a trade deal before 50 percent tariffs take effect. Source link

NEW DELHI: Niti Aayog, government’s policy think tank, recommended the introduction of a dedicated financing scheme to allow medium enterprises to avail loans at concessional rates. It also backed a credit card for such units with a Rs 5 crore limit for emergency needs.The report, released on Monday, stated that the scheme should be under the ministry of MSME and provide loans of up to a certain percentage of gross revenue, depending on the sector of the unit, such as manufacturing or services, capped at Rs 25 crore, with a maximum of Rs 5 crore per request.The medium enterprise credit…

Raveena Tandon’s daughter, Rasha Thadani, made her Bollywood debut with Azaad, impressing audiences with her dance and acting. Inspired by her mother, she recently got her first tattoo. Despite Azaad’s box office failure, Rasha’s performance gained praise, while Raveena prepares for her next film, ‘Welcome To The Jungle’. Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan paid a visit to Bollywood star Raveena Tandon’s farmhouse, accompanied by her cook, Dilip. During their conversation, Farah fondly remembered being impressed by Rasha, Raveena’s daughter, showcasing remarkable dance talent at the young age of fourteen.A Longtime Friendship and Fond MemoriesDuring their chat, Farah mentioned that she…

The test may make it easier to identify whether people with memory and thinking problems have Alzheimer’s or not. Source link

The woman’s approach to weight loss was refreshingly straightforward: no fad diets, no expensive supplements, just wholesome, home-cooked meals paired with an active lifestyle. Agarwal, who is now, encourages people looking for a fitness transformation. She emphasizes the importance of starting small. “Make these small goals for a big change!Just do any form of workout for at least a weekCut sugar off completely for a weekCut out junk/ outside food for a weekIncrease your water intake slightlyYou will start noticing changes within you in a week itself, and then you’ll become an addict without even noticing! Yes, you heard it…

England’s 17-run win at Chelmsford on Monday wrapped up a T20 series clean sweep against West Indies. While that is a welcome result after a 16-0 Ashes drubbing, it would be premature to read too much into three one-sided matches against a team who in April failed to qualify for this year’s 50-over World Cup.If England’s real problem under Jon Lewis was their failure to perform in pressure situations, this series offered little opportunity to show that they will fare better with their new head coach, Charlotte Edwards, at the helm. West Indies appear to be a one-woman team at…

The Bluetooth tracker market has exploded since Apple shook things up with AirTag in 2021, yet every major brand still forces shoppers to pick a side: iPhone or Android. MiLi’s new MiTag Duo ends that dilemma. It is the first Bluetooth tracker that carries official certification from both Apple and Google in a single piece of hardware. With one tap you add it to Google’s Find Hub App on iOS, or factory reset and pair it to Google’s Find Hub App on Android. Switch phones, keep the same tag-no costly repurchase, no orphaned trackers.Image: https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcO5rTK4iG42Kgb6ZznSxZX15CX-hFHHA6skklU5JLGogLFfV87yo30cJU59uQ_5qg8hA1xV8QXufmix58el4JJGhbsSouVFL4A0z_TDykCnhivWixl15xG38up5kgTByHPjYhbX_izpi0lRNN1Lw?key=rXDN3iaiEiGkMOVfwzthoQBelow is a snapshot of how…

NEW DELHI: India on Monday operationalised its indigenously developed high-resolution numerical weather prediction model – Bharat Forecast System (BFS) – that will significantly improve forecast accuracy by enhancing spatial resolution from the existing 12km to 6km. It will be the world’s first model offering such high resolution for localised forecasts.Weather forecast will thus now be available at the village level instead of a cluster of 4-5 villages under the existing system, enabling every village in the country to access more precise and location-specific forecasts.The high-spatial resolution will make it possible for IMD to forecast weather events which may take place…

“On-the-ground reality will show that most small communities don’t have a lot of room in the budget,” the mayor of Cave City, Ark., said after a tornado ripped through town in March. Source link

NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Monday stayed the liquidation process for Bhushan Power & Steel (BPSL) before NCLT and ordered to maintain status quo after JSW Steel, whose resolution plan was rejected by SC, told the court that it was filing a review petition against the order.As JSW’s limitation period for filing a review against the SC judgment is not yet over, a bench of Justices B V Nagarathna and Satish Sharma said the status quo was needed to avoid future complications as the liquidation of the company might jeopardise the review petition, which is yet to be filed by…

Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the director of upcoming film Spirit starring Prabhas, has finally addressed Deepika Padukone’s controversial exit from the project. Without naming her directly, Vanga posted a fiery message on Twitter, accusing the actress of playing ‘dirty PR games’ and attempting to undermine the film after stepping away.Reports earlier suggested that Deepika opted out due to discomfort with the film’s bold, A-rated content and demanding shooting schedules. Interestingly, her exit was reported just a day before Triptii Dimri was announced as the new female lead. Dimri had earlier worked with Vanga in Animal.‘You didn’t get it. You won’t get…

They contain increasing amounts of sugar, fat and sodium and decreasing amounts of protein and fiber. Source link

Some basic things, if done right can make you look younger! Source link