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Mimamoru: Here's a Japanese technique to discipline children that's more effective and humane

Mimamoru is a Japanese disciplinary method and studies have shown that it is more effective on children any where

May 29, 2021

Malaysian govt announces total lockdown as Covid cases surge

Due to an upsurge in daily Covid-19 cases, Malaysia will be placed under total lockdown. In recent weeks, there has been an increase in new Covid infections in Malaysia.

May 29, 2021

Use of loudspeakers only inside mosques; Saudi govt orders with exception for "Azaan"

Saudi Arabia's Government restricts the use of external loudspeakers in mosques.

May 28, 2021

Covid Impact: Japan's unemployment rate rises to 2.8% in April

The jobless rate in Japan has risen to 2.8 per cent as a result of the pandemic, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.

May 28, 2021

Xiaomi no more a Chinese military company, rules US court

After the US government delisted Xiaomi as a "Communist Chinese military company," the Department of Defense officially vacated Xiaomi's designation, removing all restrictions on its citizens purchasing or holding the company's securities.

May 26, 2021

Lab escape from Wuhan can explain coronavirus more easily

According to Atomic Scientist Wade, Wuhan is home to China's leading centre of coronavirus science, where researchers were genetically engineering bat coronaviruses to invade human cells.

May 21, 2021

Wuhan virus continues to hurt China; COVID far from over: Top Chinese Doctor

The respiratory expert also said that co-existing with Covid-19 is possible, especially if the disease's impact on health is going to be less over time.

May 19, 2021

Japan's FY 2020 GDP shrinks to 4.6%, its sharpest on record as Covid impact looms

Japan's FY 2020 GDP shrinks to 4.6%, its sharpest on record since 1955 and recovery remains elusive in view of impending Covid surge with no vaccination in sight

May 18, 2021

iPhone, Android users beware; these fake apps could drain your bank accounts empty [details]

These counterfeit apps impersonate major financial brands and thus make the targets believe they were installing an app from a genuine App store.

May 17, 2021

China succeeds in first Mars landing of its Rover

The China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced that Tianwen, China's first Mars rover, has landed on Mars. President Xi Jinping has also expressed his congratulations to everyone.

May 15, 2021

31 town administrations not to host Tokyo Olympic athletes

Japan's 31 towns in and around Tokyo have refused to host overseas athletes due to lack of human resources amid pandemic. The local governments who refuse are tracked, say sources.

May 13, 2021

Ethereum founder donates $1.14bn in crypto to Covid-hit India, valuation falls by 35% soon

Vitalik Buterin, the Russian based co-founder of the world's second-largest cryptocurrency Ethereum, donates $1.14 billion to the India Covid-Crypto Relief Fund amid the pandemic

May 13, 2021

Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly. (File Photo: IANS

Influenza-like illness "ILI" creates new scare in UP villages

Influenza-like illness has spread in the districts of UP amid the Covid pandemic. The Covid nodal officer has assured door-to-door surveys and tests to curb the infection.

May 12, 2021

COVID will be like endemic flu due to variants: Canadian expert

Candian experts confirmed that new variants the coronavirus can be an endemic flu, We are entering a new world states Toronto bases global research organization.

May 10, 2021

HAJJ 2021: India ponders huge task of pilgrimage at the peak of Covid second wave

Saudi Arabia allowed Hajj 2021 amid pandemic with strict protocols and safety measures. It's also considering overseas pilgrims this year and lifting the ban on flights but India is caught in an unprecedented Covid surge