Three rare snow leopard cubs have won over visitors’ hearts during their first experience in the outdoor enclosure at Wilhelma Zoo in Stuttgart, Germany. Cubs Dawa, Karma and Nyima were born at the zoo on April 11. The triplets, each weighing around 1.1 pounds, were allowed to go outside for the first time after they received their vaccinations. The cubs were staying in the inner part of their enclosure alongside their mother, Kailash, until mid-June. Their father, Ladakh, observed them from the neighboring enclosure. While they are still developing their strength and gaining body control, the zoo will move them…
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Israel has become the first country in the world to authorize COVID-19 booster shots for immunocompromised adults. Israel’s four health providers have been informed by the Israel Health Ministry that they can administer a third booster shot to adults with underlying immune problems. The decision comes as the Delta variant continues to spread across Israel, causing an acceleration in infections, even among previously vaccinated people. On Sunday, July 11, the Health Ministry said there were 4,130 active cases in the country, and 44 serious cases. Of these serious cases, around half are vaccinated. Health Minister Nitzan Horowitz announced the planned…
Is medical cannabis safe and effective as a treatment for children? This week, researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem shared results of a first-ever meta-analysis of pediatric patients treated with medical cannabis. Medical marijuana is being studied to treat a variety of diseases and conditions, from cancer to epilepsy to controlling pain. They presented their findings at the 31st Annual International Cannabinoid Research Society Symposium held at the university’s Multidisciplinary Center for Cannabinoid Research. Lead researcher Prof. Ilan Matok of Hebrew University’s School of Pharmacy explained, “Since medical cannabis isn’t widely recognized as an accepted or regulated drug, there…
NEW DELHI — After wrapping the shoot of his upcoming horror-comedy “Bhediya” on July 10, actor Varun Dhawan penned a note of thanks to Pema Khandu — the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh — for the support the state provided to the whole crew during the shoot. The makers and lead actors — Dhawan and Kriti Sanon — announced the wrap-up of their upcoming film “Bhediya” with a unique motion poster on their social media accounts. “Looking forward to the release of upcoming #Bollywood film, #Bhediya shot almost entirely in #Arunachal,” said Khandu replying to their wrap-up announcement on his Twitter handle. “Thanks to the #TeamBhediya for your effort to…
MUMBAI, India —Bollywood actor Ananya Panday has partnered with Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Sandeep Karnik, Police Sub Inspector (PSI) Dattatray Dnyaneshwar Bhojane, and Police Sub Inspector (PSI) Ajay Kashinath Patil of Mumbai Police’s Cyber Crime branch to raise awareness about cyberbullying and discuss issues faced by the youth in cyberspace. During the virtual interaction, the actor asked the experts how people could fortify their social media space and prevent themselves from getting bullied on social media. Speaking about her experience, Panday said that her interaction with the authorities has been insightful, and the information obtained was authentic since it was coming straight from…
NEW DELHI — Late actor Irrfan Khan’s son Babil Khan, on July 10, penned a moving tribute for late star Dilip Kumar, remembering how the actor inspired his father. Khan revealed he regretted that he could not pay tribute to the actor earlier as he was at his farmhouse prepping for his debut film “Qala” when he received the news. He took to his Instagram handle and shared pictures of Kumar’s signed autobiography, giving a peek of the book’s cover. He also penned a note recalling how they were “a little overwhelmed, in the best way” after getting a copy of the book. “I was…
MUMBAI, India — Months after keeping the name of their second son under wraps, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan have named their son “Jeh,” veteran actor Randhir Kapoor, Kareena’s father, confirmed on July 9. Kapoor revealed that Kareena and Khan’s younger son has been named Jeh and said that the name was finalized “about a week ago.” Saifeena welcomed their second child, a baby boy, on February 21 this year. Kareena delivered the baby at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. Since then, she has kept the details of his name and pictures away from the media glare. The “Jab We…
WASHINGTON — Oscar-nominated filmmaker Greta Gerwig is set to direct “Barbie,” the highly-anticipated big-screen take on the iconic Mattel doll’s story, starring Margot Robbie. As per a news report, Gerwig has been on board the Warner Bros. project since 2019, when the actor and filmmaker signed on to co-write the movie’s script with Noah Baumbach. Since then, rumors have swirled that Gerwig had been eyed to direct the project, but the deal wasn’t officially signed. However, during her cover interview for British Vogue’s August 2021 issue, Robbie casually noted that Gerwig’s creative vision would extend past the screenplay and into the director’s chair. Sources…
WROCLAW, Poland — New research has found that being immersed in a stunning virtual Icelandic landscape can ease the pain caused by uncomfortable medical procedures. The study compared patients who had rigid cystoscopies with and without Virtual Reality (VR) headsets. The research was presented at the European Association of Urology Congress, EAU21. Diagnosing and treating bladder cancer usually requires checking the bladder through a cystoscopy, which is perceived by patients as unpleasant and painful. Some patients avoid follow-up and, as a result, suffer uncontrolled and irreversible development of the disease. Cystoscopy involves the doctor inserting a tube into the urethra that allows…
NEW DELHI — Facebook-owned instant messaging service WhatsApp on July 9 told India’s Delhi High Court that it would not force users to accept its new privacy policy until the government passes The Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019. WhatsApp said in court that it has voluntarily agreed to put the update on hold. WhatsApp’s new privacy policy came under fire with Indian users, many of whom migrated to apps like Telegram and Signal in response. Senior Advocate Harish Salve, appearing for WhatsApp, told the Delhi High Court that the company has responded to a notice by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology…