Ben Stokes has opted out of the upcoming IPL

England all-rounder and Test captain Ben Stokes has opted out of the upcoming IPL, as confirmed by his franchise, the Chennai Super Kings, on Thursday (November 23). Stokes, who recently returned from his ODI retirement and played in the World Cup in India, will undergo surgery on his left knee. This procedure aims to facilitate…

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California hit by series of 13 earthquakes within 25 minutes overnight, with the initial quake occurring shortly after midnight.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has verified that California was struck by 13 earthquakes within a mere 25-minute period overnight. The initial quake occurred shortly after midnight on Monday, hitting northwest of El Centro, located in the southern border region. With a magnitude of 4.8, the first quake reportedly shook much of San Diego County,…

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Unilever faces criticism for the sale of billions of environmentally harmful plastic sachets.

Unilever is facing criticism for the sale of billions of environmentally damaging plastic sachets, with Greenpeace International’s research suggesting that 1,700 of these sachets will be sold every second in 2023.   Greenpeace conducted an analysis using Unilever’s own reports, along with data from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and Future Market Insights, to assess the…

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“The Art of Doodling: A Stress-Reducing Catalyst for Creativity and Productivity”

In the fast-paced world of business, fostering creativity is essential for generating innovative solutions. Activating creativity at work might seem unconventional, but according to a Drexel University study, engaging in art-making activities like drawing, coloring, or doodling can stimulate the brain’s reward pathways, enhancing both mental health and creativity.   Using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS)…

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Happiest place to live in “Britain” has been unveiled.

Richmond upon Thames in southwest London, known for its affluence and home to landmarks like Hampton Court Palace, has been named the happiest place to live in Great Britain. The annual Rightmove survey, polling over 26,000 people, revealed that factors contributing to happiness included “pride, belonging, and community.” This marks the first time a London…

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Cancer Cells “Kill Switch”

Scientists Find ‘Kill Switch’ That Activates Cancer Cell Death in The Lab Scientists have figured out a way to detonate the ‘doors’ that lead to the heart of cancerous tumors, blowing them wide open for drug treatments. The strategy works by triggering a ‘timer bomb’ on the cells that line a tumor’s associated blood vessels….

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Google probes destructive Local Service Ads tactic harming business lead generation

Google is currently examining a concerning strategy related to Local Service Ads (LSA) that has the potential to severely impact competitors. The tactic involves linking multiple LSAs to a single Google Business Profile (GBP), resulting in the ads becoming invisible and effectively eliminating any leads generated. This loophole could be exploited by competitors, who could…

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