Western sanctions haven’t curbed Russian oil profits
By: Carole Nakhle Western sanctions that put a price cap on Russian oil exports from December 2022 aimed to cause the country significant economic pain after its invasion of Ukraine last year. The idea was to curtail the amount Russia makes from its oil while ensuring it continues to flow into the global market to […]
Almonds: An elixir for good health
By: Mohammad Hanief Almonds are a healthy food. They provide a range of essential nutrients and can be good source of protein for people who follow a plant-based diet. They are also versatile, and people can incorporate them into the diet in many ways and those with a nut allergy should not eat almonds or […]
Exploring the Queen of Hill Stations
By: Peer Mohammad Amir Qureshi As the culmination of my postgraduate examinations loomed on the horizon signaling the impending departure from the city of Dehradun, in the heart of Uttarakhand, I along with my friends resolved to embark on an exhilarating escapade to the illustrious hill station of Uttarakhand, none other than the resplendent Mussoorie-also […]
The male menopause
By: Eef Hogervorst East Midlands Ambulance Service is reportedly giving men up to a year of paid leave for “andropause related issues”, which some are calling the “male menopause”. This move has angered some commentators who question whether there really is such a thing as the male menopause or “manopause”. The andropause is not a […]
Can coffee help you avoid weight gain?
By: Lauren Ball Coffee is well recognised as having a positive impact on long-term health. Drinking the equivalent of three to four cups of instant coffee a day reduces the risk of many health conditions including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. Most people gain small amounts of weight each year as they […]
Navigating the ethical Quagmire
By: Arooj Khalid Have you ever scrolled through your social media feed and encountered news about Sulli Deals or Bulli Bai? If not, allow me to introduce you to these terms. Sulli Deals, an app created in 2021 and hosted on GitHub, shockingly listed hundreds of Muslim women for auction. Accounts featuring these women were […]
Unethical Communication
By: Mahfooz Ahmad Bakshi Have you ever heard or read that before learning different languages, learn the swear words first! Yes, you probably have heard it. Swear words, often referred to as profanity or obscenities, have been a part of human language and expression for centuries, but what is surprising is that nowadays kids say […]
World Sight Day 2023: Vision for All
Dr. Mahipal Singh Sachdev The Centre for Sight Group of Hospitals, a pioneer in eye care, has taken proactive steps to address the alarming increase in eye problems reported among office goers in recent times. An astounding 80% of these complaints come from professionals who spend long hours in front of digital screens, further exacerbated […]
Oh! To be a woman
Asif Ahmad Bhat Kashmir is not only known for its beauty but also for its hospitality. There are very few examples in the entire world in terms of hospitality, among which Kashmir tops the list. Kashmiri’s are not only kind to those who make us feel good but also to those who made us to […]
Putting Mental Health First
By: Dr Rohi ‘Mental Health Day is a time to speak out, fight stigma, and help people understand. Let us make the world a place where everyone has the right to good mental health and feels safe asking for help.’ In a world where physical health often takes centre stage, there’s one day dedicated to […]