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Adam Gemili pointed to a stream of “bad press” over an investigation into his coach Rana Reider and said it had contributed to his exit in the heats of the 200m at the World Athletics Championships on Monday. Reider, who Read more
The monsoon brings much relief from the sweltering heat of summer. It’s common for all to enjoy a rainy day with fried snacks like pakodas and tea. However, eating more fried snacks could cause acidity and heartburn due to the Read more
China’s search engine giant Baidu Inc on Thursday unveiled its new autonomous vehicle (AV) with a detachable steering wheel, with plans to put it to use for its robotaxi service in China next year. Cost per unit will drop to Read more
The long-awaited Nintendo Switch exclusive Bayonetta 3 will finally launch on 28th October, a new trailer has confirmed. Platinum Games’ threequel was first announced nearly five years ago, and has been MIA for much of that time. Today’s lengthy trailer Read more
Tom Patterson was dying in a U.S. hospital from a massive bacterial infection he’d contracted while traveling in Egypt. Doctors gave him a prognosis of days. Fortunately, his wife, Steffanie Strathdee, happened to be an infectious disease epidemiologist, who was Read more
She has spent the past two days tearing apart batting orders and Alana King’s ability to baffle opponents is what makes her so dangerous on the international stage, says Australian teammate Ashleigh Gardner. King has spent the past two days Read more
Obesity is one of the biggest risk factors that can adversely affect an individual’s long-term fitness and health. Obesity has been linked to various non-communicable diseases like diabetes, heart problems, asthma and can even worsen other diseases. Despite the significant Read more
Protesting truckers stopped traffic on Wednesday at a Northern California port, one of the busiest in the United States, as they demonstrated against a new state labor law that makes it harder for independent truckers to operate. Drivers picketed gates Read more
The upcoming remake of cult classic Lollipop Chainsaw will not make broad changes to the story or design of the original game, its producer has said. This includes the potential of any changes to the look of its main character, Read more
With 580 acres of ex-airport real estate now available, the area is being dreamed of as a sustainable neighborhood of wide open green spaces, bike lanes, and affordable efficient housing. After old Tegel Airport in Berlin was closed down in Read more