
CWC announces drive to fight BJP over ideology, Ambedkar
This move is not only a step toward greater diversity, but also a recognition of the importance of language in shaping our identities and connecting us to our roots. By promoting linguistic diversity on the national stage, the Spring Festival Gala is sending a powerful message about the value of all languages and cultures in China.
Men lose 17 minutes of life with every cigarette they smoke while a woman’s life is cut short by 22 minutes with each cigarette, experts have estimated. This is more than previous estimates, which suggest that each cigarette shortens a smoker’s life by 11 minutes. The new estimates, which suggest that each cigarette leads to 20 minutes loss of live on average across both genders, are based on more up-to-date figures from long-term studies tracking the health of the population. Researchers from University College London said that the harm caused by smoking is “cumulative” and the sooner a person stops smoking, and the more cigarettes they avoid smoking, the longer they live. The new analysis, commissioned by the Department for Health and Social Care, suggests that if a 10-cigarettes-a-day smoker quits on January 1, then by January 8 they could “prevent loss of a full day of life”. By February 20, their lives could be extended by a whole week. And if their quitting is successful until August 5, they will likely live for a whole month longer than if they had continued to smoke. The authors added: “Studies suggest that smokers typically lose about the same number of healthy years as they do total years of life. “Thus smoking primarily eats into the relatively healthy middle years rather than shortening the period at the end of life, which is often marked by chronic illness or disability. “So a 60-year-old smoker will typically have the health profile of a 70-year-old non-smoker.” The analysis, to be published in the Journal of Addiction, concludes: “We estimate that on average, smokers in Britain who do not quit lose approximately 20 minutes of life expectancy for each cigarette they smoke. “This is time that would likely be spent in relatively good health. “Stopping smoking at every age is beneficial but the sooner smokers get off this escalator of death the longer and healthier they can expect their lives to be.” Dr Sarah Jackson, principal research fellow from the UCL Alcohol and Tobacco Research Group, said: “It is vital that people understand just how harmful smoking is and how much quitting can improve their health and life expectancy. “The evidence suggests people lose, on average, around 20 minutes of life for each cigarette they smoke. “The sooner a person stops smoking, the longer they live. “Quitting at any age substantially improves health and the benefits start almost immediately. “It’s never too late to make a positive change for your health and there are a range of effective products and treatments that can help smokers quit for good.” Health officials have said that smokers can find advice, support and resources with the NHS Quit Smoking app, as well as the online Personal Quit Plan. Public health minister Andrew Gwynne said: “Smoking is an expensive and deadly habit and these findings reveal the shocking reality of this addiction, highlighting how important it is to quit. “The new year offers a perfect chance for smokers to make a new resolution and take that step.” Commenting on the paper, Professor Sanjay Agrawal, special adviser on tobacco at the Royal College of Physicians, said: “Every cigarette smoked costs precious minutes of life, and the cumulative impact is devastating, not only for individuals but also for our healthcare system and economy. “This research is a powerful reminder of the urgent need to address cigarette smoking as the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the UK.”
With its vibrant colors and distinctive appearance, the blue and pink skin stands as a testament to the power of creativity and individuality in gaming, encouraging players to embrace new possibilities and celebrate the diverse ways in which they can express themselves within virtual worlds. Ultimately, the discussion surrounding this skin serves as a reminder of the enduring impact of visual customization in gaming and its ability to foster connections, inspire creativity, and ignite conversations within the gaming community.Lost and Found: Graduate Student Found Safe and Admitted for Treatment, Investigation Underway
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Emanuel Wallace, 27, from east London, is better known as Big Manny by his 1.9 million followers on TikTok, where he shares videos explaining various science experiments from his back garden while using Jamaican Patois phrases and London slang. In early December, Mr Wallace won the Education Creator of the Year award at the TikTok Awards ceremony, which he said is a “symbol that anything that you put your mind to you can achieve”. The content creator began making videos during the coronavirus pandemic when schools turned to online learning but has since expanded his teaching from videos to paper after releasing his debut book Science Is Lit in August. He believes his “unconventional” teaching methods help to make his content relatable for younger audiences by using slang deriving from his Jamaican and British heritage. “The language that I use, it’s a combination between Jamaican Patois and London slang because I have Jamaican heritage,” the TikToker, who holds a bachelors and masters degree in biomedical science, told the PA news agency. “That’s why in my videos sometimes I might say things like ‘Wagwan’ or ‘you dun know’. I just want to connect with the young people more, so I speak in the same way that they speak. “The words that I use, the way that I deliver the lesson as well, I would say that my method of teaching is quite unconventional. I speak in a way that is quite conversational.” Examples of his videos include lithium batteries catching fire after being sandwiched inside a raw chicken breast, as well as mixing gold with gallium to create blue gold, earning millions of views. Mr Wallace hopes his content will help make the science industry more diverse, saying “the scientists that I was taught about, none of them look like me”. “Now me being a scientist is showing young people that they can become one as well, regardless of the background that they come from, the upbringing that they’ve had,” he said. “I just want to make it seem more attainable and possible for them because if I can do it, and I come from the same place as you, there’s no reason why you can’t do it as well.” The TikToker has seen a shift in more young people turning to the app as a learning resource and feels short-form videos will soon become a part of the national curriculum in schools. “I’m seeing (young people) using that a lot more – social media as a resource for education – and I feel like in the future, it’s going to become more and more popular as well,” he said. “I get a lot of comments from students saying that my teacher showed my video in the classroom as a resource, so I feel like these short form videos are going to be integrated within the national curriculum at some point in the near future.” He also uses his platform to raise awareness of different social issues, which he said is “extremely important”. One of his videos highlighted an anti-knife campaign backed by actor Idris Elba, which earned more than 39 million views, while his clip about the banning of disposable vapes was viewed more than 4.6 million times. He said there is some pressure being a teacher with a large following online but hopes he can be a role model for young people. “I’m aware that I am in the public eye and there’s a lot of young people watching me,” he said. “Young people can be impressionable, so I make sure that I conduct myself appropriately, so that I can be a role model. “I always have the same message for young people, specifically. I tell them to stay curious. Always ask questions and look a little bit deeper into things.” His plans for 2025 include publishing a second Science Is Lit book and expanding his teaching to television where he soon hopes to create his own science show.
The decision to pursue the arrest of a sitting president is a significant and unprecedented move in South Korea's political history. It underscores the severity of the allegations against President Yoon and the growing demand for accountability and transparency in government. The National Assembly's resolution reflects the will of the people and their desire to see justice served, even if it means removing the country's highest elected official from office.
The decision to retire from playing professional football was not taken lightly by Klavan, who had been contemplating his future for some time. After consulting with his family and close advisors, he felt that the time was right to hang up his boots and transition into a new role within the football community.
Philadelphia Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov and Chicago Blackhawks starlet Connor Bedard shared the ice at Wells Fargo Center on Saturday, facing each other for the first time since May 6, 2021. Michkov and Bedard, representing Russia and Canada, respectively, went toe-to-toe in the gold medal game in the 2021 U18 World Junior Championships . Michkov had one goal and two assists in the 5-3 loss, while Bedard had one goal and one assist and became the youngest medallist in U18 history. And although Michkov led that tournament in scoring with 16 points, he came away only with a consolation prize. Michkov still remembers that day and hopes the future Flyers and Blackhawks meetings write more chapters in the story of him and Bedard. “It was really good to see him on the ice,” Michkov said via interpreter Slava Kuznetsov. “It was a long time we don’t play against each other. I hope it’s only the beginning.” Michkov scored the game-winning goal for the Flyers against Bedard’s Blackhawks on Saturday, cashing in on a 4-on-3 power play in overtime to win the game, 3-2, slamming home an excellent pass from Travis Konecny . Matvei Michkov prepared for Connor Bedard rematch Bedard did not score a point for the Blackhawks against the Flyers on Saturday afternoon. He played only 18:05, won 28.6% of his faceoffs, and failed to register a shot on goal. Michkov knows he did not see his Canadian counterpart at his best and expects a hotly contested rematch in the future. Respect. #CHIvsPHI | #LetsGoFlyers pic.twitter.com/YluFlLiQts — Philadelphia Flyers (@NHLFlyers) November 23, 2024 “I think he will try to get it back,” the Flyers rookie said of Bedard. “I have to be ready for it.” For their next meeting against each other, Michkov and Bedard will have to wait until May 23, 2025, when Philadelphia visits Chicago towards the end of the 2024-25 season. With his goal, Michkov is now up to seven goals, nine assists, and 16 points on the season. His four power play goals are second to only Konecny on the Flyers, and his two game-winning goals — both in overtime — lead the Flyers. “When you get a moment, you have to be cold-blooded and finish it,” Michkov said of his game-winner against the Blackhawks. This article first appeared on Philly Hockey Now and was syndicated with permission.CLINTON, S.C. (AP) — Quante Jennings rushed for 190 yards and a tiebreaking touchdown as Presbyterian beat Butler 30-20 in a regular-season finale on Saturday. Collin Hurst threw for 172 yards and two scores and ran for another for the Blue Hose (6-6, 4-4 Pioneer League). Reagan Andrew threw for three touchdowns and was intercepted once for the Bulldogs (9-3, 5-3). Jennings' 50-yard rush led to Hurst's 17-yard touchdown pass to Worth Warner to tie the game at 20 midway through the third quarter. Presbyterian's next possession began on the Butler 30 after a short punt from deep in Bulldogs territory, and five plays later Jennings scored from 10 yards out. Peter Lipscombe made it a 10-point lead with a field goal with 2:15 to go after a 15-play, 89-yard drive that took over 10 minutes. About a minute later, Andrew threw a 42-yard score to Ethan Loss but the Blue Hose recovered the onside kick. The Blue Hose defeated a ranked FCS team — Butler (9-3, 5-3) is No. 23 in the coaches poll — for the first time in its Division I history that began in 2007. ___ AP college football: and . Sign up for the AP’s college football newsletter: The Associated PressIn today's digital age, where personal information is constantly at risk of being compromised, it is essential to remain vigilant and proactive in safeguarding our identities. One man, who wishes to remain anonymous, found himself in a perplexing situation recently when he started receiving a barrage of text messages related to credit reports on his cell phone. Concerned that his identity may have been stolen or that his phone number was being used fraudulently, he reached out to Waterdrop Credit for guidance on how to address this issue.