Ticket sales
Thamma, a horror-comedy from Maddock Films, has done reasonably well at the box office, surpassing the Rs.150-crore mark worldwide. However, the film's performance is a mixed bag, with a strong opening week but declining collections in the second weekend. With a budget of over Rs.140 crore
Assault and battery
In a disturbing incident, a mass stabbing unfolded on a London North Eastern Railway (LNER) train traveling from Doncaster to London King's Cross. The attack occurred on Saturday's 6.25pm service, with a heroic LNER staff member attempting to stop the perpetrator and "undoubtedly saving
Rahman, Ziaur
In today's Bangladesh, a nation living in uncertainty and despair, the spirit of unity embodied in November 7 has become even more relevant, according to BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir. He was speaking at a discussion meeting organized to mark the "Sipahi-Janata Revolution" of
Inflation (Economics)
As Egypt struggles with an economic crisis, even the simple act of tipping is becoming a burden for many citizens. With inflation stuck in the double digits, the once-common practice of handing over cash to skip a line or show appreciation for service is now a luxury that only the
Eating disorders
A new study published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders has made significant contributions to the understanding of recovery in eating disorders. The research, conducted by Hunna J. Watson and colleagues from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, aimed to develop a standardized definition of recovery that can
Bulimia
Researchers at Western University conducted a study to investigate the validity of the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) threshold for diagnosing bulimia nervosa (BN) and its variants. The study recruited 344 women who met the DSM-5 criteria for BN, other specified feeding or eating disorder-BN (OSFED-BN)
Health
Regular vigorous exercise is often touted as a key component of a healthy lifestyle, but when paired with chronic sleep deprivation, it can have catastrophic consequences for the heart. Dr. Sudhir Kumar recently highlighted the overlooked importance of sleep in maintaining cardiovascular health, citing research that shows a disturbing correlation
HIV
As researchers progress in finding a cure for HIV, it is crucial to understand how analytical treatment interruptions (ATIs) interact with HIV-specific immune responses. A new study published in Current Opinion in HIV and AIDS discussed the importance of carefully designed ATIs in evaluating new therapies. According to the research,
City councils
A divisive tax hike referendum has sparked a heated debate in Austin, Texas, with critics arguing that the proposed increase in property taxes will worsen the city's affordability crisis and benefit ineffective social service nonprofits. Meanwhile, supporters claim that the measure will help address homelessness by providing additional
Charities
The reappointment of Mehli Mistry to Tata Trusts' boards was recently denied by a majority decision. In response, Mistry filed a caveat before the charity commissioner in Mumbai, seeking an opportunity to be heard before any decision on a change is sanctioned. This move aims to protect Mistry'
Anorexia nervosa
A new study published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders has proposed a significant shift in the diagnosis of anorexia nervosa (AN) and atypical anorexia nervosa (AAN). Researchers at the University of Victoria, Canada, argue that the current weight-based focus in diagnosing these eating disorders may unintentionally perpetuate weight
Tax rates
Punjab's finance, planning, excise, and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced a significant growth in the state's net Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections from April to October 2025, despite widespread floods and the recent rationalization of tax rates under GST 2.0. The state collected
