Every year, winter brings with it an unwanted guest in the form of dry, ashy skin. According to CNN’s report, in cold climates, the skin can become substantially drier, and the effects are quite visible, leading to painful cracking and bleeding. The skin dries due to the combination of environment, temperature, and the lack of moisture reaching your skin. Along with that, chronic medical conditions such as psoriasis and eczema usually worsen in winter. Here are some ways to control your flaky, dry skin. Moisturize and RepeatThe most effective way to get rid of dry skin is to moisturize before…
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Experts have warned that bird flu in domestic cats could transmit to humans, raising concerns for public health. According to Real Clear Science, more than 80 house cats have been detected with bird flu since 2022, but during the current outbreak of the H5N1 virus, the number of infected cats has been rising. Usually, cats that live on farms or spend time outside have a higher risk of catching viruses from wild birds and hunting diseased rodents, but now cats are also catching the virus after eating raw food or drinking unpasteurized milk. Virologist Angela Rasmussen, who studies disease progression…
The US and the UK declined to sign an international declaration on “inclusive and sustainable” artificial intelligence (AI) at the global summit in Paris on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. US Position US Vice President JD Vance expressed dissatisfaction with the rules, criticizing the excessive regulations. He stated that some authoritarian regimes have used AI to enhance their military intelligence and surveillance capabilities, capturing foreign data and creating propaganda to undermine other nations’ national security. Vance said, “We will block such efforts, full stop.” UK Position A spokesperson for the UK Prime Minister said that the government would only sign initiatives…
Meta has launched another round of mass layoffs, cutting approximately 4,000 jobs to streamline operations. This workforce reduction, part of CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s vision to optimize company functionality, has left employees shocked, especially those with positive performance ratings last year. Confusion Over Performance-Based Layoffs Many affected employees reported being given an “At or Above Expectations” rating in mid-2024, but their rating was revised to “Meets Most” during the year-end review. This sudden downgrade led to their inclusion in the layoff list. Meta had previously announced a plan to cut 5% of its workforce, primarily targeting the lowest-performing workers. Who Is…
February, besides being quite a cold month, offers several cosmic events in the night sky. According to CNN, February’s full Snow Moon will be visible this week along with the last glimpses of the planetary parade in the sky before they fade from view. Here are some key things to note about the Snow Moon: When to See the Full Moon in February 2025 According to NASA, the full moon phase will peak at 8:53 a.m. ET on Wednesday, but the glowing orb will be visible throughout Thursday evening. Why Is It Called the Snow Moon? The full moon names…
NASA has announced that astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore will return earlier than originally planned. According to Hindustan Times, on February 11, 2025, NASA confirmed that following a request by US President Donald Trump to Elon Musk to bring the stranded astronauts back as soon as possible, the agency has revised their return plan. Instead of sending a new spacecraft to bring back the Starliner astronauts, NASA decided to use the previously flown SpaceX Crew Dragon for its Crew-10 mission. This change will bring Williams and Wilmore home sooner than the original schedule. NASA also announced it is accelerating…
OpenAI’s board has not yet received a formal bid from an Elon Musk-led consortium, although a lawyer for the billionaire said the offer had been sent to OpenAI’s outside counsel. A day after Musk publicized a bid to offer $97.4 billion to buy the nonprofit that controls ChatGPT maker OpenAI, the two sides were still at odds over what exactly happened to the formal bid. OpenAI’s board of directors has not yet received a formal bid from Musk’s group, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Tuesday, adding to the confusion over the unsolicited attempt to take control…
Pakistan emerged victorious in the 9-nation tent pegging competition, securing first place with an impressive 570 points, surpassing all competitors. Egypt and Saudi Arabia claimed the second and third positions, respectively. Aftab Shabbir from Pakistan was honoured with the prestigious title of Best Rider of the Tournament. The international competition, held in Lahore, saw teams from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, South Africa, the United States, Norway, Kuwait, Oman, and Pakistan competing. For the first time, teams from nine nations participated in a single event in Pakistan. President of the Equestrian Federation, Sahibzada Sultan, commented on the significance of the event.…
Pakistan fast bowler Hasan Ali stated that the current national team is capable of winning the forthcoming Champions Trophy. Expressing his thoughts on Samaa TV, Ali said, “I back completely the fast bowlers that they will go for the win. The Champions Trophy will be a successful event, hopefully, which will be retained by Pakistan.” Speaking about the selection of the Pakistan squad for the Champions Trophy, Ali said, “The selectors have a better understanding. The combination they [selectors] have made will turn out to be better for Pakistan.” He added, “What I feel is that it would have been…
Pakistan tennis star Aisamul-Haq Qureshi has expressed his support for the Pakistan national cricket team ahead of their campaign in the highly-anticipated Champions Trophy, set to begin on February 19. According to details, Qureshi expressed his determination to support Pakistan’s victory in the ICC Champions Trophy. He revealed his excitement for the event, planning to purchase tickets and enjoy the matches with his family. “I am very passionate about Pakistan’s victory in the Champions Trophy, and I am looking forward to seeing the team perform at their best,” Qureshi said. He added that the team, including the captain, was filled…
