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Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced a national investigation into maternity care in England.The “rapid” inquiry will urgently look at the worst-performing maternity and neonatal services in the country, including Leeds, Sussex, Gloucester, and Mid and South Essex.Streeting has met parents who have lost babies in a series of maternity scandals at some NHS trusts and said the investigation would “make sure these families get the truth and the accountability they deserve”. It will begin this summer and report back by December 2025.The review will look across the entire maternity system, bringing together the findings of past reviews into a…

Getting a child to focus on studies is a Herculean task – kids are bursting with energy, and if that energy is not streamlined effectively, then they will quickly lose focus on what they are doing. They also have a short attention span, because of which they get bored quickly, especially if they are studying! To counter this, it is important that parents stay patient, and invest time and energy in making their kids take an interest in studies, and help them focus better. Here are some tips to get you started…Shun out distractionsChildren need a calm and tidy place…

India’s Jasprit Bumrah prepares to bowl on day two of the first cricket test match between England and India at Headingley in Leeds, England, Saturday, June 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell) Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik has showered praise on Dinesh Karthik and called him as precious as “Kohinioor” after his five-wicket haul in the first Test against England at the Headingley. “He is as valuable as a Kohinoor diamond,” Karthik said on Sky Sport. The former wicketkeeper-batter further explained Bumrah’s importance to India.”And I hope people realise how important he is to the Indian bowling attack across formats. Because…

Stunning images showing distant parts of the universe – including one of a region situated thousands of light years from Earth – have been captured by a powerful new telescope.The camera at the Vera C Rubin Observatory in Chile is expected to reveal new details from space on an unprecedented scale as it makes further observations during the next decade. Scientists expect it to chart thousands of asteroids not previously identified – and believe it will discover within months whether there is a ninth planet in our solar system.The new images show the light from millions of stars and galaxies…

Mumbai Cricket Association confirms it has received a communication from Prithvi Shaw and will take a decision on the matter soon Source link

The retrieval of the bodies of three Israelis taken hostage by Hamas jolted Israelis’ focus back to a conflict that had been overshadowed by the escalating crisis with Iran. Source link

Hugo Aguilar Ortiz grew up in a remote Mixtec-speaking village. He is now one of the most powerful lawyers in Mexico. Source link

A cargo ship cruises toward the Strait of Hormuz off the shores of Khasab in Oman on Jan. 15, 2011.Marwan Naamani | Afp | Getty ImagesBEIJING — The recent flare-up in Middle East tensions isn’t denting Chinese business optimism about opportunities in the region.Chinese shipments to Dubai’s logistics hub have risen by 20% this month from a year ago, as locals stock up on batteries and daily necessities, according to estimates from Bear Huo, China general manager at FundPark, a fintech startup that lends money to small Chinese businesses selling overseas via internet platforms.”Overall, Chinese merchants are relatively optimistic,” he…

Iranian officials have threatened to mine the waterway, which is a key shipping route for oil and gas. Source link

Olive oil, particularly extra virgin olive oil, is known for its heart-protective properties. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), heart disease is the most common cause of death globally. A 2020studypublished in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that consuming just a half tablespoon of olive oil daily was linked to a 14% lower risk of cardiovascular diseases, and an 18% lower risk for coronary heart disease. High in monounsaturated fats, olive oil helps reduce LDL, the ‘bad’ cholesterol, while maintaining HDL, the ‘good’ cholesterol. The antioxidants, such as oleocanthal in olive oil, also combat inflammation,…

File photo of Sourav Ganguly. (PTI) Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly expressed hope that pacers will provide more support to Jasprit Bumrah in the ongoing Test series against England, enabling him to play all five matches. Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Ganguly praised Bumrah’s standout performance of 5-83 in 24.4 overs that helped restrict England to 465 in their first innings on Day 3.Bumrah, despite being injury-prone and managing his workload, bowled the second-most overs for India, while Mohammed Siraj led with 27 overs.India lose momentum on Day 2 | England Fight Back at HeadingleyGo Beyond The Boundary with…

Oman Cricket says the delay “was procedural, dependent on formal post-event clarifications from the ICC” Source link

What Is the Strait of Hormuz and Why Is It Important? Source link

When President Trump took office, U.S.A.I.D. was one of the first agencies to be dismantled in the name of efficiency. Amy Schoenfeld Walker, a New York Times reporter and graphics editor who has been tracking the foreign aid cuts and restorations since they began in February, shares what she’s learned through her reporting. Source link

The South Korean writer-director won an Emmy and the attention of the world with his dystopian action drama. As Netflix releases the third and final season, he is happy it’s over. Source link

The U.S. dollar surged in early trading on Monday, benefiting from its traditional safe-haven status after U.S. military strikes on Iran — but analysts are warning the gains may be short-lived.The dollar index was up 0.45% at one point, indicating a gain against currencies such as the Japanese yen, the euro and the British pound, as well as the Canadian, Australian and New Zealand dollars. The greenback was last seen trading around 0.4% higher at 9.30 a.m. London time.Stock Chart IconStock chart icon”The escalation of the Middle East crisis after the US attacks Iran during the weekend is expected to…

Sean Duffy, once the resident playboy on “The Real World,” is now a father of nine who presents his family as an example for America. Source link

Through revolution and upheaval, the program has become intertwined with the country’s security and national identity. Source link

In interviews, Trump supporters expressed a range of emotions — anger, wariness and avid support. But the dominant theme? Anxiety about what comes next. Source link

UnitedHealthcare signage is displayed on an office building in Phoenix, Arizona, on July 19, 2023.Patrick T. Fallon | Afp | Getty ImagesHealth plans under major U.S. insurers said Monday they have voluntarily agreed to speed up and reduce prior authorizations – a process that is often a major pain point for patients and providers when getting and administering care.Prior authorization makes providers obtain approval from a patient’s insurance company before they carry out specific services or treatments. Insurers say the process ensures patients receive medically necessary care and allows them to control costs. But patients and providers have slammed prior…

Karisma Kapoor’s ex-husband Sunjay Kapur passed away on June 12, while playing polo in UK. Reportedly, he swallowed a bee which led to a heart-attack. One saw Karisma attending his funeral and prayer meet in Delhi along with their kids Samaira and Kiaan. Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor also were seen along with Karisma. Sunjay was married to Priya Sachdev then who was his third wife. Earlier, before marrying Karisma, his first wife was designer Nandita Mahtani.Now days after Sunjay’s demise, his sister Mandhira Kapur has penned a long note while sharing some throwback childhood pictures. She revealed that…

Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is a malignant tumor that develops in the stomach lining. Most stomach cancers are adenocarcinomas, which start in the cells of the stomach’s inner lining. Unfortunately, while this ailment like all cancers, is somewhat treatable, it is usually not diagnosed in the early stages, and when detected, it is usually too late. However, there are some key symptoms you should watch out for, especially if cancer runs in your family. Here are 5 symptoms of stomach cancer that can occur in the morning, though they are not exclusive to the disease…Stomach pain or…

Headingley cricket ground Indian fans following the ongoing Test at Headingley should know that Leeds will see a mix of changing weather today — a bit typical of English conditions! The day will be quite windy with breezy gusts sweeping across the ground, but don’t worry: there will be plenty of sunny spells too, mixed with patches of cloud and a few scattered showers here and there. While the morning may bring the odd interruption due to passing rain, conditions are expected to improve as the day goes on. By the afternoon, any stray showers should clear out, setting up…

In the wake of President Donald Trump’s “massive precision strikes” on Iran, concerns have been raised both for Americans in the region and at home.A principal area of worry is cyberattacks by Iranian state actors, including targeting the banking system or energy grid.A recent Department of Homeland Security bulletin warned: “Iranian government-affiliated cyber actors will probably prioritize retaliatory attacks against Israeli targets in the short term but may target U.S. networks due to their perception of U.S. support for Israeli strikes.”The bulletin urged domestic critical infrastructure entities to “immediately” assess and shore up their security. Such attacks have already infiltrated…