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What was initially assumed in New Delhi to be a quick confrontation between Russia and Ukraine, the war in Europe is now raging on with no end in sight, and with its long-term implications yet unknown. As for India, the initial phase of diplomatic rush is over and its geopolitical options are shrinking as the war drags on. Diminishing options For several weeks during late March and April, it seemed as though the Ukraine war presented a number of geopolitical options for New Delhi to choose from. The high-profile visits to New Delhi, the entreaties of these leaders for Indian support for their positions in the ongoing war, and India’s balancing act all seemed to propel the country to the centre stage of global attention. And yet, instead of enhancing New Delhi’s ability to make strategic choices in its broader region, the Ukraine war may actually limit the number of options available to New Delhi for at least three reasons: one, Russia as a key strategic partner is no longer … [Read more...] about A war that is shrinking India’s geopolitical options

Two Democratic state lawmakers want to give Coloradans, especially those in rural areas who face some of the highest health care costs in the country, an insurance option not available anywhere else in the nation. State Rep. Dylan Roberts and Sen. Kerry Donovan, who represent mountain communities along Interstate 70, plan to introduce a pair of bills on the first day of the 2019 legislative session that would direct the state to create a public health insurance option. Roberts’ bill would instruct state agencies to create the infrastructure needed to establish a state insurance program and request federal approval. His goal is to provide the new option by 2020. Donovan’s companion bill would instruct the state to immediately create a pilot program to offer a public option to counties that have limited insurance choices and face extraordinarily high premiums. If the bill wins approval, the smaller program would begin in 2019. “Voters sent us here to work on this issue … [Read more...] about Two Colorado lawmakers aim to reduce health care costs by creating a public insurance option not available anywhere else

A mum considered ending her own life due to the crippling pain of a mesh implant. Roseanna Clarkin has suffered excruciating pain since medics used mesh products to repair damage caused by a hernia. Now she wants the use of mesh in hernia operations to be suspended, as it has for vaginal mesh following years of suffering by thousands of women, the Daily Record reported. The 38-year-old says she was in so much pain last month she asked for ­guidance about how to legally end her own life. Roseanna said: "It sent me to a very dark place. I contacted Euthanasia UK. I asked how I could legally do this is Scotland." Roseanna tearfully admitted: "I said to my husband, 'I have had enough of fighting'. "When I was going to the doctor's after my op, I wasn't believed. "They told me it was all in my head and even told my husband Brendan 'Don't get roped into this'. Mesh implants are no longer used for vaginal issues ( Image: Daily Record) Roseanna believes that her … [Read more...] about Mum considered ending her life after suffering crippling pain from hernia mesh

Russia said on Tuesday that 265 Ukrainian soldiers, including several dozen wounded troops, surrendered at the besieged Azovstal steel plant in Ukraine’s port city of Mariupol. Sweden on Tuesday signed a formal request to join NATO, a day after the country announced it would seek membership in the 30-member military alliance. Finland’s Parliament has also overwhelmingly endorsed a bid from the Nordic country’s government to join NATO. The moves by the two Nordic countries, ending Sweden’s more than 200 years of military nonalignment and Finland’s nonalignment after World War II, have provoked the ire of the Kremlin. Read more news on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis here. Here are the latest updates: Russia Russia says 959 Ukrainian fighters surrendered from Azovstal so far Russia said on Wednesday that a total of 959 Ukrainian fighters, including 80 wounded, had surrendered from the bunkers and tunnels below Mariupol’s Azovstal steelworks since Monday. The Defence … [Read more...] about Russia-Ukraine crisis live updates | Russia says it will service foreign debt in roubles if other options blocked

This is the inaugural “One Thing Considered,” an occasional attempt by Megan Garber and Conor Friedersdorf to talk through cultural artifacts that tickled their brains. In this edition, the artifact at hand is the song “ Stressed Out ,” the nostalgia-laced hit from the Ohio duo Twenty One Pilots (also known as Josh Dun and Tyler Joseph). It is the band’s first top 10 hit, having reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100. Conor Friedersdorf: Would you trade the ups-and-downs of adult life for a soothing lullaby in your childhood bedroom? That’s the comforting fantasy that Twenty One Pilots conjure in “Stressed Out.” When I first heard the song, listening to KROQ on the 405 Freeway in Los Angeles, I thought, watch out Taylor Swift, ​ this ​ is the Millennial anthem. “I was told when I get older all my fears would shrink,” it begins. “But now I’m insecure and I care what people think.” A later lyric notes, “Out of student loans and treehouse homes we all would … [Read more...] about One Thing Considered: ‘Stressed Out,’ An Anthem of Millennial Anxiety

Over the last 20 years, many interesting opportunities have opened for graduates of Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) across different sectors. But many opt for an MBA immediately after graduation instead of working and gaining experience in the corporate world. In contrast, engineers who join an MBA programme usually have at least three years of work experience, giving them an edge. Therefore here are a few options that fresh BBA/BBM graduates can consider: Financial Analyst: A financial analyst analyses the efficiency of a business decision and ascertains the company’s prospects and profitability. This requires a good understanding of financial statements, business operations, and the economic environment. BBA/BBM students grads have an edge over others as they acquire these skillsets as part of the course. IT Business Analyst: He/she acts as a bridge between the client (mostly banks, retail firms) and software engineers. An … [Read more...] about Options after a BBA/BBM

For a long time, the Model S electric sedan has been one of the better choices for people who want an electric vehicle (EV). But now all automakers, both legacy and startup, are getting into the game. Whether you're going all-electric now or hybrid soon, the competition is getting stiff. Here's what you get with a Tesla Model S A 2022 Tesla Model S starts at $94,990. That nets you a dual-motor all-wheel drive system that delivers 670 horsepower and propels you from zero to 60 in 3.1 seconds. With that powertrain, the EPA estimates a range of 375 miles on a single charge. The higher-performance Model S Plaid version starts at $129,990. For that price, buyers get a third electric motor that increases horsepower to 1,020 helping to get the car from zero to 60 mph in about 2 seconds. The company's Supercharger network can add up to 200 miles of range in 15 minutes of charging. Like all Teslas, the Model S comes standard with automatic emergency braking, collision warning … [Read more...] about Considering a Tesla Model S? Here are some other EV sedans to look at.

With Washington set to become the first state to allow human composting , other states are considering implementing similar laws. Last year, Democratic Governor Jay Inslee signed a law that would permit human composting in Washington, with the practise set to go into effect on 1 May. Now, California Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia is hoping California will legalise the practise as well. “I would love to be a tree one day,” Ms Garcia, who introduced human composting Assembly Bill 2529, told the Los Angeles Times . “I think this is about giving people another option.” Human composting is the process of breaking the body down into soil , which can then be given to the family of the deceased or donated to conservation land for use. The world's first human-composting funeral home set to launch in 2021 Show all 6 The process, which will be conducted by Seattle company Recompose , involves placing a body inside a vessel filled … [Read more...] about California bill aims to legalise human composting as climate-friendly option

A four-day workshop on science for school students, conducted by the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) in association with the Kerala Chapter of Vijnana Bharati (Swadeshi Science Movement), concluded here Friday with experts exhorting the young minds to pursue science as a career option and give wings to their talents in frontier areas, including space, artificial intelligence and cyber security. Around 100 students from various schools in the city participated in the workshop, Face to Face with Frontiers in Science. In his inaugural address, RGCB Director Chandrabhas Narayana urged the students to consider creativity as the guiding light in their choices of higher studies and profession. He also briefed them about the various services offered by the RGCB during the pandemic, helping the State to a great extent in controlling it. Eminent scientists, drawn from the RGCB; CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology; Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute … [Read more...] about Students urged to pursue science as a career option

Lee McCULLOCH grabbed two goals as SPL leaders RANGERS came from behind at Ibrox to see off ST MIRREN 3-1. Saints took the lead with Graham Carey's free-kick on the half-hour. Rangers levelled when McCulloch's shot deflected in two minutes later and the midfielder volleyed a second after the break. Nacho Novo made sure there would be no upset when he ghosted in behind the visitors' defence to flick home a Steven Davis free-kick on 78 minutes. The win came after reports that Sir David Murray is "considering options" regarding his majority shareholding in Rangers following reports that a takeover could be imminent. A London-based consortium is reportedly preparing to make an offer. Hibernian got their European push back on track with a 1-0 victory over KILMARNOCK which ended a five-match winless streak. Derek Riordan broke Killie hearts with a late free-kick that substitute goalkeeper Lee Robinson couldn't keep out. An 86th-minute winner from John Sutton gave MOTHERWELL all … [Read more...] about Lee double saves Gers from a Saints shocker