Category: Technology
Glow drips, anti-ageing infusions, bridal concoctions—the dicey promise of India’s beauty hustlers
They usually promote enterprises that promise to slay all things “toxin”, “inflammation”, or “free radicals”. Culturally extrapolated to India, they have turned into friends and emancipators of the dark-skinned—the skin colour we as a nation consider a curse. A tour of the rooms of the wellness clinic had me gobsmacked—and even aspirational. It challenged my…
Pakistani hackers use pirated software to infect 1.88mn devices, steal credentials, earn $4.67mn: Report
A Pakistan-based cybercrime network has been linked to one of the largest and most profitable malware delivery operations uncovered in recent years, according to new research by cybersecurity intelligence company CloudSEK. Family-linked syndicate in Bahawalpur and Faisalabad The group, allegedly run by individuals connected through family ties in Bahawalpur and Faisalabad, is accused of exploiting…
Astronauts launch to the space station after sidelined by Boeings troubled Starliner
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Astronauts sidelined for the past year by Boeing’s Starliner trouble blasted off to the International Space Station on Friday, getting a lift from SpaceX. The U.S.-Japanese-Russian crew of four rocketed from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. They’ll replace colleagues who launched to the space station in March as fill-ins for NASA’s…
Best MacBook deals to grab in Flipkart Freedom Sale 2025 for work and creativity
Flipkart Freedom Sale 2025 is bringing exceptional offers on MacBook models, making it the perfect opportunity to switch to Apple’s premium laptops or upgrade your existing device. Whether you’re a student, professional, or creative enthusiast, these deals make owning a MacBook more affordable than ever. The sale includes the latest MacBook Air and MacBook Pro…
India targets 8 to 10 per cent share in the commercial satellite launch market, says ISRO chief
Thiruvananthapuram, The Indian space sector is aiming to achieve an 8 to 10 per cent share in the global commercial space market over the next 10 years, and for that, a lot of work needs to be done, ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan said here on Friday. In an exclusive interview with PTI Videos, Narayanan…
Women, save your heart: PCOD raises risk of cardiac attack and stroke; here’s how to fight back
Women face more risks than men when it comes to heart health. This is due to stronger effects of common risk factors, women-specific health issues and lack of proper diagnosis and treatment. In 2021, high BMI caused 3.7 million deaths and 128.5 million disability-related life years, according to the World Heart Federation. Since 1990, obesity…
Norwegian police say pro-Russian hackers were likely behind suspected sabotage at a dam
Russian hackers are likely behind suspected sabotage at a dam in Norway in April that affected water flows, police officials told Norwegian media on Wednesday. The director of the Norwegian Police Security Service, Beate Gangås, said cyberattacks are increasingly being carried out against Western nations to stoke fear and unrest. The Associated Press has plotted…
Biggest iPhone 14 price cut of the year? Cost falls below ₹50K — But only if you do this
Shoppers looking to upgrade to an iPhone may find the latest deal from Vijay Sales hard to ignore. The iPhone 14 features Apple’s A15 Bionic chip, and is now available at a reduced price of ₹51,900 for the 128GB base variant, down from its listed price of ₹59,900. Discounts and bank offers on iPhone 14…
What is Lyme Disease that Justin Timberlake has been diagnosed with? Symptoms & more
Justin Timberlake said he has been diagnosed with Lyme disease and said that it “can be relentlessly debilitating, both mentally and physically.” Lyme disease is transmitted by Ixodes ticks, also known as deer ticks. It can cause flu-like conditions, neurological problems, joint pain and other symptoms. In the vast majority of cases, Lyme disease is…
POCO M7 Plus 5G launched in India with 7000mAh battery: Price, specifications and features
POCO has launched its latest addition to the affordable smartphone market, the POCO M7 Plus 5G, which features a 7000mAh silicon carbon battery and a 6.9-inch Full HD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The device is positioned as a budget-friendly option priced sub- ₹15,000 price point. POCO M7 Plus 5G: Pricing in India The…