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Music title: Rahul Sathu x Talha Anjum - Channa Ve (Official Video) Signer: Rahul Sathu x Talha Anjum Release date: 9/6/2024 Official YouTube link: Informations about the signer:- Your opinion about the track (music video):-

Foreign investment inflows into Pakistan’s domestic bonds have taken a sharp turn, with disinvestment of $78 million recorded in the first half of August, signaling a reversal from the record inflows seen in July. According to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), foreign inflows into T-bills during the first 15 days of August stood at $8.2 million, while outflows surged to $86.3 million, resulting in a net outflow of $78.15 million. The overall inflows for July and mid-August were $271.5 million, while outflows reached $180 million, leaving a net investment of $91.5 million. This sudden outflow is attributed to a drop in returns on treasury bills (T-bills), which investors expect may decline further in the coming months. In July, T-bill inflows had reached a record $258.3 million, buoyed by a stable exchange rate and attractive returns.The reversal in investment trends is primarily linked to the SBP’s decision to cut interest rates by 100 basis points to 19.5% on July 29, which has reduced the returns on T-bills. The returns have already dropped to 17.4% and 16.99% for 12-month T-bills, making them less attractive to foreign investors. Financial experts anticipate further declines in T-bill inflows as the government struggles to secure a $7 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which has reportedly asked Pakistan to arrange a $12 billion rollover from China, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. While the returns on T-bills remain high compared to other developing economies, offering foreign investors lucrative gains, experts warn that further interest rate cuts—expected in the next monetary policy announcement—could deter foreign interest. The stable exchange rate and the SBP’s foreign exchange reserves of $9.4 billion had initially supported the inflows, but declining inflation and the prospect of further rate cuts may reduce the appeal of Pakistani bonds. In the previous fiscal year, Pakistan received total inflows of $580.8 million into T-bills. However, the recent outflows signal potential challenges ahead, especially as the country faces external debt servicing difficulties and struggles to raise funds from international markets despite recent improvements in credit ratings by Fitch and S&P. https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2024/09/07/foreign-investors-pull-78mn-from-t-bill-amid-falling-returns/

US health officials have confirmed a human case of bird flu in a patient that had no immediately known animal exposure. The patient, in the state of Missouri, was treated in hospital and has since recovered, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said. It is the 14th human case of bird flu in the US in 2024 and the first without a known occupational exposure to infected animals, according to the CDC. The agency said that, based on their current data, the risk to the general public remains low. Bird flu is a viral disease that primarily affects birds and other animals. Human infections are rare. Previous US cases have been traced back to exposure to infected poultry or cattle, but the Missouri patient marks "the first case of H5 without a known occupational exposure to sick or infected animals," the CDC said in a statement on Friday. The Missouri case was detected through routine flu season surveillance. The patient had underlying medical conditions, and received flu antiviral medications. Bird flu has been on the rise among cows in the US this year. An outbreak was first reported in March, and cattle in 14 states had been affected as of 3 September, according to the CDC. While outbreaks of bird flu have not been reported in Missouri's cattle, it has been reported in poultry this year and in wild birds in the past, health officials said. US health officials discovered a human case of bird flu in March 2024, which was identified after an exposure to dairy cows that were potentially infected. Bird flu was first detected in China in the 1990s, and has since spread across every continent including Antarctica. World health officials believe the current risk to humans is low, but have actively monitored the disease for years. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy0rzqwxp7jo

So much of the conversation about EVs isn't about EVs. We owe much of this to Elon and identity politics, of course, but even with the political shellac stripped back, we rarely talk about EVs in the context of "normal" automobiles. The automakers are partly to blame. In a desperate bid to separate their EV lineup from "traditional" vehicles, most automakers divert from established norms. For example, Mercedes won’t simply sell you an EV that looks, feels, and drives like an E-Class. Instead, it builds the awful EQE.It’s a Mercedes sculpted by painfully generic "aero" body lines, wrapped around a dysfunctional interior. The EQE is an astonishingly fast vehicle that’s less joyful to ride than your dentist’s chair. This is nearly an industry-wide phenomenon. Automakers think that because EVs use a fundamentally different means of propulsion that customers expect a fundamentally different driving experience. What if, however, a company took its most-beloved model and did something different, preserving or even enhancing its road manners? Take BMW. What if it built a normal 3 Series sedan that happened to have some batteries in the floor? How would it drive? How would it function?BMW calls this mid-size EV sedan the *deep breath* 2024 BMW i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe. Effectively, it’s a classic 3 Series sedan with a liftback, saddled by some clunky nomenclature. That’s where the bad news ends. Once you hurdle the awkward naming conventions, you’ll find BMW has adhered to its older, better conventions. Like every single 3 Series, the i4 GC looks great, drives pleasantly, and folds into daily life like it was borne into your own garage. During a week with the i4 Gran Coupe, I ran errands, suffered traffic, chased one sunset down a mountain backroad, and generally just lived with the car. The i4 didn’t misstep even once. https://www.motor1.com/reviews/732414/2024-bmw-i4-ev-review/

LAHORE: A "Connection Camp" of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will decide the Pakistan team's future later this month, Geo News reported on Saturday citing sources. The Connection Camp will comprise a meeting as well as a workshop to shed light on different aspects related to the national cricket team.The sources said the meeting will be presided by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and attended by white ball and red ball coaches, Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie, heads of high performance centres, senior cricketers, board officials as well as international and domestic directors. The meeting is expected to take place on September 22, they added. Decisions about fate of the team would be taken in light of the recommendations made in the Connection Camp, the sources maintained. It should be noted that Kirsten had gone to his homeland after submitting a report to the PCB in July, whereas, Gillespie went back to Australia after the Bangladesh Test series fiasco. The sources said the coaches of red ball and white ball cricket would hold a separate meeting among themselves. Moreover, they said, ideas will be exchanged about replacing captains of the shorter and longer formats of the game as there are fair chances of replacement of the skipper for the white ball format. On the other hand, Test skipper Shan Masood’s captaincy will also be scanned. A day ago, sources had told Geo News that wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Rizwan has emerged as the hot contender for the post of captaincy, though initially for the white ball cricket only. The sources said that the PCB’s snubbing Babar Azam from captaincy in the Champions One-Day Cup was an indication that he might not stay the national squad’s captain in the longer run. There was a fair chance of appointment of a new captain in place of the star batsman later this year, the sources said, adding that the appointment of new skipper for one-day international and T20 formats was likely ahead of the Australia tour, slated for November. The sources said Rizwan’s name was likely to be discussed for the lead role. If agreed upon, the wicket-keeper might be appointed as captain for all the three formats in the future, they maintained. https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1227931-pakistan-teams-future-to-be-decided-on-recommendations-of-pcb-connection-camp

Struggling with lower back pain? This unsuspecting ingredient in your diet may be exacerbating the issue! According to digital creator Dr Jeff Winternheimer DC, you need to stay away from corn and its derivatives—like syrup, sugar, chips, and oil—if you want to relieve your spine. But how are the two connected? indianexpress.com spoke to a health expert to uncover the link.“While natural, unprocessed corn is healthy, it loses its nutrients during processing and affects our bodies differently. So, if you include corn in your diet, make sure it’s whole and unrefined,” said Dr Siddhant Bhargava, fitness and nutritional scientist, and co-founder of Food Darzee. “Processed corn can trigger an inflammatory response in the body that significantly contributes to pain, including lower back pain.” According to him, inflammation can slow down the healing process and exacerbate conditions like lower back pain. “Moreover, processed corn can cause a rapid spike in insulin levels, leading to further inflammation and weight gain. Excess weight puts additional strain on the spine, worsening lower back pain,” Dr Bhargava said.“Corn has B vitamins and minerals as well as dietary fiber that can be good for overall health if consumed in moderation. Whole corn also contains antioxidants which may help reduce oxidative stress in the body,” said Bhargava.An anti-inflammatory diet helps ease lower back pain, according to the doctor. It is important to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants – like berries, dark green leafy vegetables and cruciferous veggies. https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/health/nutritionist-corn-avoiding-this-food-item-if-you-have-lower-back-pain-9497663/

KARACHI: The zoo has lost its last surviving member of the tiger family, it emerged on Friday. Sources said that the old Bengal tigress died on Thursday after remaining seriously ill for some time. The facility is now left with two lionesses, a lion and a pair of lions. “She was one of the oldest members of the zoo family. In recent weeks, she had developed multiple health complications,” a zoo official said, adding that the big cat was provided the much-needed treatment, but she couldn’t recover. “In recent months, we were able to save an old lioness whose condition had deteriorated to an extent that we thought it would die,” he said. The zoo director wasn’t available for comments. The sources said the Bengal tigress had a solitary existence for a long time. Other members of the zoo tiger family, including an imported pair and a male big cat brought in from Lahore through an animal exchange programme, died over the years. The sources shared that while the zoo had kept several pairs of Bengal tigers in different times, the facility had never seen a birth in the species in decades. “The lions’ case was a bit different. There had been a few births in this species but the babies either couldn’t survive or went missing,” shared a zoo official on the condition of anonymity, hoping that the cubs recently born to a zoo lioness would survive. https://www.dawn.com/news/1857453/karachi-zoos-lone-bengal-tigress-loses-battle-for-life

Music title: MADE IN CHINA - DOOGS LIFE | 18+ DISS TRACK | PROD BY SAMI AMIRI (Official Music Video) Signer: DOOGS LIFE Release date: 9/28/2024 Official YouTube link: Informations about the signer:- Your opinion about the track (music video):-

A rescue centre for exotic animals has said it is "saddened" to have to close after its mini-zoo was forced to shut down earlier this year. Cookham Rescue Centre announced on Wednesday that it was unable to keep paying rent at its site on Lower Mount Farm on Long Lane. The centre said its animals would be relocated to other zoos and rescue centres, but added that it said it was still raising funds to set up a smaller facility where it can keep looking after some animals. It comes after it had to close its mini-zoo earlier this year after failing to get planning permission. The zoo, opened in May 2023, had not been issued planning permission at the time it was opened. This was then refused by Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council in March this year, on the basis that it would cause harm to the green belt. In a statement the rescue centre said: “Despite our best efforts over the past six months, circumstances beyond our control have forced us to leave our beloved facility." The centre said its team had “worked tirelessly" on the zoo project. “Unfortunately, despite our best efforts to comply with local regulations, the council decided in March that our facility was not suitable for the greenbelt, even though other businesses on the land were approved.” It added: “With our rent remaining the same despite the facility not being able to use it for the agreed purpose we find ourselves unable to continue to pay for the property.” The rescue centre has set up a GoFundMe page seeking to raise £10,000 from supporters to set up a smaller facility. Animals housed there would include two wolfdogs Otis and Pippa, which the team had been unable to relocate and had "formed strong bonds with their keepers". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0l8jg5g34go

Russian air strikes have injured at least 41 people in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, officials have said. Regional head Oleh Syniehubov said five children were among those wounded and he accused Moscow of "aiming exclusively at civilian infrastructure" in the city. Among the buildings damaged are a supermarket and a sports complex in areas residents go to every day, he added. "Russia is once again terrorizing Kharkiv, striking civilian infrastructure and the city itself," President Volodymyr Zelensky said in the wake of the attacks.Mr Zelensky repeated his calls for Western allies to "give Ukraine everything it needs to defend itself". Mr Syniehubov said at least 10 separate Russian strikes had been recorded, including the use of ballistic missiles. People may be buried under the rubble in some areas and rescue operations are continuing, he added. From several videos shared on social media of the attacks, BBC Verify has located one strike to the northeast of the centre of Kharkiv, along Akademika Pavlova St, and another three miles south which damaged the city's Palace of Sport buildings. Images from each attack include the moment of impact and explosion from missiles. The attack comes after Ukraine launched a wave of overnight drone attacks against targets in Russia, where fire broke out at two energy facilities. No injuries or deaths have been reported by Russian officials. According to Russia’s defence ministry, more than 158 Ukrainian drones targeted 15 regions of the country, including the capital Moscow. The Russian military said the drones were intercepted and destroyed.But as a result of the attack a fire has broken out at an oil refinery in Moscow in a “separate technical room”, the city's mayor said. Sergei Sobyanin reported that at least 11 drones targeted the capital city and the surrounding areas. Meanwhile, 75 miles (120km) from the Russian capital, in the Tver region, loud blasts were heard close to the Konakovo Power Station. Russian media are reporting a fire at the facility. The region's governor, Igor Rudenya, acknowledged a fire caused by an attack in Konakovsky district had been contained, without providing details of what was hit. Local officials also said drones attempted to attack the Kashira Power Plant in the Moscow region - but that there were no fires, damage or casualties as a result. BBC Verify has examined and verified videos posted on social media which show explosions at all three locations. In the footage, fires appear to have subsequently broken out at Konakovo Power Station and the Moscow refinery. Ukraine has not commented on the claims. But Ukrainian forces have been stepping up long-range strikes inside Russia over the past few months, launching scores of drones simultaneously at strategic targets several times a week. BBC News has been told that Western technology and finance are helping them carry out hundreds of long-range strikes inside Russia. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cyvp1089q9jo

Bamba, who was working as a technical director at Turkish second division side Adanaspor, fell ill before the club's clash against Manisa FC on Friday. He was rushed to the Manisa Celal Bayar University Hospital where he passed away. The official statement from Adanaspor read: "Our technical director Souleymane Bamba, who fell ill before the match against Manisa Football Club yesterday, was taken to Manisa Celal Bayar University Hospital and unfortunately lost his battle for life there. Our condolences to his family and our community."Bamba graduated from Paris Saint-Germain's youth academy and made his senior debut for the club in 2004. He moved to England in 2011 when he joined Leicester City before playing for clubs like Leeds United, Cardiff City and Middlesbrough. He retired from professional football in 2022. At international level, he represented Ivory Coast in 46 matches where he scored once and was part of the squad that finished runners-up at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.Bamba's former clubs Cardiff City and Leeds United paid tributes to him. In a statement, the Bluebirds wrote: "As a player and coach, Sol's impact on our football club was immeasurable. He was a hero to all of us, a leader in every dressing room and a true gentleman. Our thoughts are with his friends, family and everyone lucky enough to know and love Sol." Leeds wrote: "Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends at this tragic time. Rest in peace, Sol, you will be forever in our hearts." Leicester added: "We are all devastated to hear that our former defender, Sol Bamba, has passed away, aged 39. Sol, a po[CENSORED]r figure during his brief but memorable stay in Leicester, made 55 appearances for the Foxes, scoring four goals. Our thoughts are with Sol’s friends and family at this sad time." https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/sol-bamba-ex-leeds-cardiff-ivory-coast-defender-dies-aged-39-former-clubs-pay-tribute/blt50195ed84e8f3c80

Christine Nagel, head perfumer at Hermès, works from an office on the ninth floor of the luxury brand’s headquarters near the Élysée Palace in Paris. Occupying part of the space is a laboratory with a scale, along with refrigerators where ingredients are stored. Nagel has a background in organic chemistry and has confected dozens of perfumes for multiple brands. Her favorites fall into a category known as chypre, fragrances that traditionally have citrus top notes, floral centers and base notes of patchouli and oak moss.She has created about 20 chypre perfumes; her most recent, for Hermès, was in development for about a decade. Most other fragrances that Nagel has made, by contrast, have taken a couple of years to complete. “For this one, I really took my time,” Nagel said, while sitting in her office on an afternoon in July. She spoke in French through an interpreter.Nagel, who is in her 60s and lives in Paris, began developing the perfume not long after she started working at Hermès in 2014. It is the first chypre perfume to be released by the brand since it started selling fragrances in 1951. “When I arrived, I told myself, ‘One day, you’ll make them a chypre,” Nagel said.Bergamot oranges from the Calabria region of southwest Italy — plucked when the fruits were still green — were a source of the perfume’s citrus notes, and its floral elements included components derived from lilies native to forests in Madagascar. “I’m very curious,” said Nagel, whose process for developing perfumes includes reading scientific journals and talking with researchers. “I pick out what I want to work with from all that breadth of information.” “I am interested in what’s in the natural world as well as biotechnology,” added Nagel, who began her career working in a lab focusing on research and development for Firmenich, a Swiss fragrance and flavor manufacturer. Some of the perfume’s patchouli notes came from akigalawood, a synthetic ingredient that Nagel described as “basically a biotech patchouli.” Since its introduction in the 2010s, akigalawood has been used in perfumes for other luxury brands: Comme des Garçons’ “Blackpepper,” Prada’s “Miracle of the Rose” and Issey Miyake’s “Le Sel d’Issey,” among others. Oak moss, a musty-smelling lichen, has historically been one of the four main components of a chypre perfume. But in recent years, the International Fragrance Association, a regulatory agency, and other groups have placed restrictions on use of the ingredient, which was found to include irritants that could cause rashes. Nagel, who described the smell of oak moss as “humid,” said she wasn’t interested in using it. Instead, she used an ingredient derived from toasted oak wood. “It smells almost like rum,” Nagel said with a smile. “Like rhum arrange,” she added, referring to a flavored version of the liquor. The perfume, Barénia, shares its name with the calf leather that Hermès uses to produce Birkin bags. Someone once described the leather to Nagel as a material “that caresses you back as you touch it,” she said, a tactile property that reminded her of how the new fragrance seemed “so close to the skin” after applied.Nagel has synesthesia, a neurological condition that mixes the senses. Other perfumers who have it include Frédéric Malle, Dawn Goldworm and David Moltz of D.S. & Durga. Synesthesia affects a small percentage of the global po[CENSORED]tion: less than 5%, according to some estimates. People with it might say they hear colors or taste sounds. In Nagel’s case, she sees and feels scents. https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/life-style/a-perfumer-who-sees-and-feels-scents-9544608/

Toyota didn't need to fix the Camry. It's been the best-selling sedan in America for more than a decade and is on pace for another stellar year. But even a vehicle as po[CENSORED]r as the Camry deserves an update now and then. Thankfully, Toyota maintained the formula. The 2025 Toyota Camry is just as excellent as its predecessor—slightly better in a few key areas, even. A sharp redesign makes it look more modern, an updated interior adds some much-needed technology, and its hybrid-only lineup means the mid-size sedan is more efficient than ever.Under the hood is Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system, which combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with battery assist. The powertrain makes 225 horsepower with the front-wheel-drive setup and 232 horsepower with all-wheel drive. I tested the latter option—a fully loaded XSE with AWD. It's paired to an electronic continuously variable transmission and returns up to 51 miles per gallon combined on the base LE model with front-wheel drive. This XSE AWD gets 44 MPG combined.Toyota's hybrid system, with its battery-aided torque, gives the Camry quick and smooth acceleration off the line. The four-cylinder engine runs a high compression ratio of 14.0:1, which keeps the Camry powerful still at highway speeds. You'll have no issue overtaking.Although the Camry is no sports sedan (that is, until the next TRD version arrives), it has refined driving dynamics. The chassis is balanced, the suspension compliant, and the steering feels responsive. It's comfortable, too. Apart from some engine droning, especially when you get on the accelerator pedal hard—to be expected with most hybrid powertrains—the Camry is quiet, refined, and easygoing. It's an excellent appliance for puttering around the city. This XSE model comes standard with real leather-trimmed chairs, leather-lined door panels, and power-adjustable heated seats. The $4,075 Premium Plus package adds seating ventilation (plus a bevy of other features). A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster sits behind the steering wheel and an adjacent 12.3-inch touchscreen graces the center of the dash. https://www.motor1.com/reviews/731842/2025-toyota-camry-review/

The past week was filled with high-stakes economic predictions, political confrontations, and revealing corporate disclosures. From economist Peter Schiff sounding the alarm on potential Federal Reserve missteps to JD Vance criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris over a controversial Chinese battery plant, the news cycle was anything but dull. Here’s a closer look at the top stories. Economist Peter Schiff Warns of Fed Misstep As the dollar weakens in anticipation of Fed rate cuts, renowned economist Peter Schiff voiced his concerns about the potential inflationary impact of a weaker dollar. Schiff’s warning comes as the U.S. dollar hit an eight-month low against the Swiss franc.JD Vance Criticizes Kamala Harris Over Chinese Battery Plant Republican vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance expressed strong opposition to the planned establishment of a Chinese battery plant in Michigan, attributing the decision to Democratic policies. Vance accused Vice President Kamala Harris of enabling Chinese battery maker Gotion to access clean-energy companies.announced disappointing second-quarter earnings, attributing the results to financially strained lower-income consumers. The discount retailer’s core customers, primarily households earning less than $35,000 annually, are reportedly feeling more financially pressured than six months ago.Vivek Ramaswamy, a former Republican presidential candidate and Donald Trump rival, criticized Kamala Harris‘ economic agenda, particularly her proposed price controls, citing the failures of such policies in other countries.Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman highlighted a Michigan survey revealing that Vice President Kamala Harris is leading Former President Donald Trump on economic issues. The survey indicates that Harris is favored over Trump on the economy by a margin of 41-38. https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40668175/schiffs-fed-warning-vances-critique-of-harris-dollar-generals-financial-woes-and-more-this-week-in-e

Music title: EMIWAY BANTAI - DEPENDENT KAUVE | OFFICIAL AUDIO | Signer: EMIWAY BANTAI Release date: 8/30/2024 Official YouTube link: Informations about the signer:- Your opinion about the track (music video):-

Cristiano Ronaldo, the all-time leading goalscorer in the UEFA Champions League, has been honoured with a special award from UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin in recognition of his remarkable legacy in the world's most prestigious competition. Ronaldo's achievements in Europe's premier club competition – over the course of more than 18 years – were recognised during the inaugural 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 36-team league phase draw ceremony on Thursday 29 August at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco.The former Sporting Clube de Portugal, Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus forward has scored 140 Champions League goals in 183 appearances. He is 11 goals clear of Lionel Messi and 46 ahead of third-placed Robert Lewandowski at the top of the scoring charts. "Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the brightest stars in the UEFA Champions League constellation. His extraordinary goalscoring achievements in the competition seem destined to stand the test of time, posing a remarkable challenge for future generations to surpass. His sustained excellence at the highest level is a testament to his relentless pursuit of both team and individual honours. Over more than two decades, he has continuously evolved and refined his game while preserving a youthful passion for scoring and celebrating goals. His professionalism, work ethic, dedication and ability to shine on the grandest stage are qualities that football players everywhere should aspire to emulate."Ronaldo has finished seven separate Champions League seasons as leading scorer – more than any other player – spanning from his eight goals in Manchester United’s triumphant 2007/08 campaign to his 15-goal haul when Real Madrid claimed their third straight title in 2017/18. He also holds the record for most goals in a single Champions League season having found the net 17 times in 2013/14, including in the extra-time win against Atlético de Madrid in the final. The Portugal forward has won the competition once with Manchester United and four times with Real Madrid – making him the first five-time winner in the competition’s history since 1992 – and is the only player to have scored in three separate Champions League finals (2008, 2014, 2017). https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/news/0290-1bba8222dbee-c67bbff473ca-1000--cristiano-ronaldo-honoured-as-uefa-champions-league-all-/

Plastic is in our clothes, cars, mobile phones, water bottles and food containers. But recent research adds to growing concerns about the impact of tiny plastic fragments on our health. A study from the United States has, for the first time, found microplastics in human brains. The study, which has yet to be independently verified by other scientists, has been described in the media as scary, shocking and alarming. But what exactly are microplastics? What do they mean for our health? Should we be concerned?What are microplastics? Can you see them? We often consider plastic items to be indestructible. But plastic breaks down into smaller particles. Definitions vary but generally microplastics are smaller than five millimetres. This makes some too small to be seen with the naked eye. So, many of the images the media uses to illustrate articles about microplastics are misleading, as some show much larger, clearly visible pieces.Microplastics have been reported in many sources of drinking water and everyday food items. This means we are constantly exposed to them in our diet. Such widespread, chronic (long-term) exposure makes this a serious concern for human health. While research investigating the potential risk microplastics pose to our health is limited, it is growing.How about this latest study? The study looked at concentrations of microplastics in 51 samples from men and women set aside from routine autopsies in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Samples were from the liver, kidney and brain. These tiny particles are difficult to study due to their size, even with a high-powered microscope. So rather than trying to see them, researchers are beginning to use complex instruments that identify the chemical composition of microplastics in a sample. This is the technique used in this study. The researchers were surprised to find up to 30 times more microplastics in brain samples than in the liver and kidney. They hypothesised this could be due to high blood flow to the brain (carrying plastic particles with it). Alternatively, the liver and kidneys might be better suited to dealing with external toxins and particles. We also know the brain does not undergo the same amount of cellular renewal as other organs in the body, which could make the plastics linger here. The researchers also found the amount of plastics in brain samples increased by about 50 per cent between 2016 and 2024. This may reflect the rise in environmental plastic pollution and increased human exposure. https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/health/microplastics-are-in-our-brains-how-worried-should-i-be-9539608/

King Charles is said to be upset after receiving bombshell news as a Caribbean nation has taken big step to remove the late Queen from official documents. The 75-year-old has received major blow as Trinidad and Tobago's redesign of its coat of arms could see the late Queen removed amid a reported plan to scrap the symbol of colonialism.The officials have already said they wanted to take away a depiction of three ships used by Christopher Columbus. Many islanders feel the explorer's expeditions to the area paved the way for centuries of European colonial rule and enslavement in the region. The Government has asked residents of the twin islands whether they support removing statues, signs, and monuments with colonial ties. At a meeting on Wednesday, people of African, European, and Indigenous descent stepped up to the microphone one by one to voice their thoughts. Eric Lewis, a member of the First Peoples, said: "What the hell is the Queen still doing on top of the coat of arms? Please let us put her to rest." The Queen is represented on the nation's coat of arms above the shield. A golden helmet facing the front represents Queen Elizabeth II, the colony's ruler at the time of its design. Trinidad and Tobago was first colonised by the Spanish, who ruled it for nearly 300 years before ceding it to the British. Britain then governed it for more than 160 years until the islands' independence in 1962. The colonial imprint remains throughout streets and plazas. A statue of Columbus dominates a square of the same name in the capital of Port-of-Spain. https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1225074-king-charles-receives-heartbreaking-news-in-fresh-blow

The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox is aimed at someone like me: A dad with a growing kid who’ll soon be able to drive. The Equinox isn’t trying to be everything to everyone. Instead, Chevrolet attempts to broaden this SUV’s appeal with a new, rugged Activ trim and a fresh design. The updated Equinox is enough—practical enough, safe enough, and powerful enough for parents to feel comfortable ferrying their kids to school before they're old enough to do so themselves, all without breaking the budget. What it lacks in performance (what did you expect from the 175-horsepower, turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder?) the Equinox makes up for in safety and technology.Chevy Safety Assist, which includes enhanced automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian and bicycle braking, forward collision alert, lane-keep assist with lane departure warning, and more, is standard equipment alongside a host of other safety tech. Rear park assist, adaptive cruise control, and reverse automatic braking are just some of the other goodies you get in the entry-level LT trim that starts at $29,995 (with the $1,395 destination charge included).The RS and Activ trims start at $34,395. All three aforementioned trims are available with front-wheel drive and a continuously variable transmission, or all-wheel drive and a new eight-speed automatic. The Activ, with its 17-inch Continental all-terrain tires, felt the most adept at soaking up the bumps and potholes that littered the streets of Minneapolis when I drove it last week alongside the RS. I thought the chunkier tires would have translated into more road noise in the cabin, but there was no audible difference between the Activ and the RS models. The 1.5-liter engine is the same as before, capable of scooting you into traffic or past a semi without hesitation, but don’t expect a kick in the butt when you slam the accelerator. You’re well aware of when the engine is working—just give it time to do its job. https://www.motor1.com/reviews/731636/2025-chevrolet-equinox-first-drive-review/