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Nebraska schools see better learning and fewer distractions under US cellphone rules this semester. (AI Image) Teachers across Nebraska say classrooms have become calmer and more focused following the introduction of stricter cellphone rules in public schools. After a full semester under a statewide policy, administrators and teachers report changes in student behaviour, engagement and…

Recognizing a healthy weight range for your height is essential for maintaining well-being, not a form of critique. The Body Mass Index (BMI) serves as a helpful tool, indicating that a BMI of 18.5-24.9 is associated with reduced health risks. Height and weight share a quiet but powerful relationship. When the balance tilts too far…

The Indian automotive industry is set to witness its first launch of 2026, with Kia India scheduled to launch the next-generation Seltos tomorrow, on January 2, 2026. The second-gen Seltos brings an all-new design outside, a new interior layout with tons of new-age features, and is also based on the new K3 platform. Bookings for…

England’s captain Ben Stokes shakes hands with teammate Shoaib Bashir (AP Photo/Gary Day) Former England captain Michael Vaughan has described England’s Boxing Day Test victory at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as a “lottery”, insisting the result should not be used as a benchmark for judging the success of the current Brendon McCullum–Ben Stokes regime. Writing…

G Parameshwara (ANI image) BENGALURU: Karnataka home minister G Parameshwara on Thursday said that any decision on the state’s Chief Ministership rests solely with the Congress high command, even as speculation and internal party dynamics continue to fuel debate over a possible leadership change.Speaking to the media in Bengaluru, Parameshwara clarified that he has neither…

Petrol and diesel prices announced for January 2026/Representative Image The UAE has reduced petrol and diesel prices for January, reversing the increases seen in December and marking a notable drop across all fuel categories. The UAE fuel price committee announced the new rates on Wednesday, 31 December 2025. These rates will apply from 1 January…

Most government offices, banks and financial markets across the United States will remain closed on New Year’s Day, while major retailers and grocery chains are largely set to stay open, often with modified hours, the AP reported.Retailers are expected to use the holiday to offer discounts on older inventory ahead of new stock arrivals. However,…

Saudi Arabia plans to plant 10 billion trees, rehabilitating 74.8 million hectares across deserts under the Saudi Green Initiative nationwide/ Image: earth.com In a country where nearly 95 per cent of the land is desert, sand is not just terrain, it is culture. Bedouin life, camel routes, oases and long crossings have shaped Saudi Arabia’s…

Google supports the Indian General Election by providing easy access to voting information and countering misinformation. Initiatives include partnering with the Election Commission, prioritizing trusted content on YouTube, and implementing advertising policies for transparency. Measures against AI-generated content are also taken. Google has announced a series of initiatives aimed at supporting the democratic process and…

Neelima Azeem divorced Pankaj Kapur in 1984 when Shahid was 3. No regrets 40 years later; cherishes sons Shahid and Ishaan. Met Rajesh Khatter on ‘Phir Vahi Talash’ sets, friendship turned romance. Remarried him, had Ishaan. Family shines in films: Shahid’s Deva, O’ Romeo; Ishaan’s Homebound. Shahid wed Mira (kids Misha, Zain); Ishaan dating Chandni….