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Jan 20 2025BUSINESS

BBC Studios Ponders Leaving India's Content Scene

BBC Studios is mulling over wrapping up its content production in India. The reason? A shift in India's TV and streaming landscape, which includes shrinking budgets from broadcasters and streaming platforms. While no final call has been made, the BBC is reviewing its Indian production model to make

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Jan 19 2025HEALTH

Drug Prices and Sales: A Cross-continental View

Have you ever wondered why medicine costs differ around the world? Let's take a closer look at how prices and sales trends for blood pressure drugs vary in Europe, the USA, and India. In Europe, these medications often come with a hefty price tag, thanks to strict regulations and high production cos

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Jan 17 2025SPORTS

The Indiana Fever's Big Move: A New Training Hub on the Horizon

The Indiana Fever, led by the talented Caitlin Clark, are set to start practicing in a brand-new facility in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. The $78 million Indiana Fever Sports Performance Center is scheduled to open its doors before the 2027 WNBA season. This state-of-the-art practice facility

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Parents' Thoughts on COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids in India

In April 2022, India began vaccinating children aged 6-12 against COVID-19. A study looked into moms' views of this new vaccination program. Researchers chatted with mothers from a big city hospital and smaller medical centers in both urban and rural areas. They wanted to understand why some moms mi

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Jan 14 2025RELIGION

India's Massive Prayagraj Gathering: Faith and Politics Meet

Every 12 years, the banks of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in Prayagraj, India, transform into a bustling hub. This is the Maha Kumbh Mela, a significant Hindu religious event that draws hundreds of millions of people. Over the next six weeks, officials anticipate a staggering 400 million visitors, s

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Hearing Screening for Kids in Low-Income Countries: A Mobile App Solution

Did you know that hearing problems in infants are quite common, affecting about 4 to 5 out of every 1000 babies in India? In wealthier countries, experts use fancy tools like otoacoustic emissions and auditory brainstem response to detect hearing issues early. However, these methods are too pricey f

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Jan 13 2025RELIGION

India's Massive Hindu Festival Returns After 144 Years

For the first time in 144 years, India is hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela, a huge gathering of Hindu devotees. This festival, which takes place every 12 years and is known as the "festival of festivals, " is happening in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This year is extra special because it's the 12th Kumbh Me

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Educated Leaders, Healthier Kids: A Study in India

Did you know that a leader's education can make a big difference in children's health? Research in India found that when local leaders have a college degree, there are fewer infant and child deaths in their areas. This isn't magic; it's because these leaders understand the importance of early health

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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

School Software Hack: Student Data at Risk?

Think of a big school software supplier, or maybe even one you use. Now imagine it got hacked, and some personal details were taken. That's just what happened. PowerSchool, a cloud-based platform for schools, got breached on December 28. Someone swiped two tables from their student info system, whic

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Young Women in Uttar Pradesh: Closing the Gap in Family Planning

Did you know that young women in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state, are facing a major challenge when it comes to planning their families? Experts are digging deep into why there's such a big difference between the need for contraception and actual usage. It's like a puzzle—some areas have

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