US schools may face significant challenges as the Trump administration begins dismantling the Education Department

The Trump administration has set in motion a plan to redistribute much of the work of the United States Department of Education across four other federal departments. Officials present it as a solution to lagging academic performance, a step towards reducing federal oversight and giving states more control over schooling. But for many state and…

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Types of belly fat: Differences between subcutaneous and visceral fat, risks, and ways to reduce it |

Belly fat is more than just a cosmetic concern; it can significantly impact overall health. While some abdominal fat is necessary for energy storage, insulation, and organ protection, excess fat, particularly around the waist, can raise the risk of serious chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and metabolic syndrome. Belly fat isn’t…

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‘If he changes his style… ‘: Ricky Ponting makes huge call on Rishabh Pant’s Test captaincy debut ahead of Guwahati showdown | Cricket News

Ricky Ponting has backed Rishabh Pant to handle his responsibility as Team India skipper for the 2nd Test vs SA. (Images via AP, Getty) Ricky Ponting has thrown his weight behind Rishabh Pant as the wicketkeeper-batter prepares to lead India in the series-deciding second Test against South Africa in Guwahati. With Shubman Gill ruled out…

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Labour reform flashpoint: Govt says codes expand rights and social security; unions call move ‘deceptive fraud’ | India News

A joint platform of ten central trade unions on Friday criticised the government’s notification of the four labour codes, calling the move “a deceptive fraud committed against the working people of the nation” and announcing a nationwide day of protest on November 26. The unions allege that the implementation, effective from November 21, is unilateral…

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Thaw in ties: India expand tourist visa services worldwide for Chinese nationals; embassies, consulates begin processing | India News

NEW DELHI: Indian diplomatic missions and consulates worldwide have now reopened tourist visa applications for Chinese nationals, marking progress in bilateral relations following the resolution of military tensions in eastern Ladakh.Tourist visas for Chinese citizens, which were halted during the military confrontation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh starting May 2020,…

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Data blackout: US scraps October CPI report after govt shutdown; Fed left without key data ahead of policy meet

The US government will not publish consumer inflation data for October after a 43-day federal shutdown disrupted data collection, intensifying uncertainty ahead of the Federal Reserve’s December policy meeting.The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) said it “is unable to retroactively collect” consumer price data for October and will not release the report originally scheduled for…

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How Vitamin B12 deficiency shows up on your skin: Pigmentation, dryness, inflammation, and other warning signs |

Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve function, red blood cell formation, and DNA synthesis, but its importance for skin health is often overlooked. When vitamin B12 levels drop too low, the skin is usually one of the first areas to show noticeable changes. These signs can include pigmentation issues, dryness, inflammation, or paleness, all of…

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