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[ad_1] Comment on this story Comment NEW YORK — It would be completely understandable if the crackerjack technology team working on “Life of Pi” included a zoologist. Much of the enjoyment of this stage version of the popular 2001 novel that became a popular 2012 movie derives from the enchanting animal puppets that lope, float and scurry onto the stage of the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Eight puppeteers alone are credited as operators of Richard Parker, the Bengal tiger sharing a lifeboat with Pi, played by heroically energetic Hiran Abeysekera. Richard deserves above-the-title billing as much as Abeysekera would in the London-born production that marked its opening Thursday night. He’s the most expressive cat to make his Broadway debut since, well, “Cats.” The old show-business saw about leaving the theater humming the scenery certainly applies to “Life of Pi,” which owes much to the puppet designs of Nick Barnes and Finn Caldwell and the ingenious sets of Tim Hatley (who also cr...

[ad_1] Many areas downstream of the reservoir were initially flooded after the dam was destroyed, but the long-term issue facing food production will be the loss of water supply due to extensive canal systems drying up, according to Inbal Becker-Reshef, program director at NASA Harvest, a consortium researching global food security. [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2023.com/science-environment/ukraine-dam-satellite-images-reveal-kakhovka-canals-drying-up/?feed_id=312216&_unique_id=66aafb9fb07c1

[ad_1] The CEO of Burning Man said Sunday that the situation at the venue in Nevada's Black Rock Desert was under control and far from alarming. “There is no cause for panic," Marian Goodell told NBC News. Burning Man’s estimated 70,000-plus attendees were isolated at the venue known as Black Rock City as rain returned Sunday and as closed roads, muddy campgrounds and one reported death darkened the day. Goodell, the CEO of the nonprofit Burning Man Project, which organizes the annual event, suggested the intense attention on the event during the holiday weekend was needless, characterizing it as "such a fuss." Organizers have so far turned down help from the Nevada National Guard, Goodell said. “We’ve made it really clear that we do not see this as an evacuation situation,” she said. “The water is drying up.” Even with more rain falling, Goodell said she expected the annual burning of a 40-foot wooden man, which usually takes place on the last Saturday night o...

[ad_1] For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Food prices have soared to a new record high as consumers continue to feel the pinch in the cost of living crisis, with ready meals and coffee becoming considerably more expensive. Overall shop inflation eased back slightly from record highs in April as spring discounts at fashion and furniture stores meant wider retail inflation slowed. But food prices increased to 15.7 per cent, the highest on record, during the same period to continue pressure on household budgets, according to the latest BRC-NielsenIQ shop price index. The new figures reported shop prices were 8.8 per cent higher in April compared to the same month last year, easing slightly from 8.9 per cent in March. It came as non-food stores recorded inflation of 5.5 per cent for the month, slipping from 5.9 cent in March as shops reduced prices in a bid to attract cust...

[ad_1] An excavator moves debris from destroyed properties following the deadly earthquake in Kahramanmaras, Turkey, February 16, 2023. Reuters Three people rescued in Hatay province, Turkey. Syrian forces, rebels clash in quake-hit northwest -report. Funeral prayers held across Muslim world. ANTAKYA/KAHRAMANMARAS: Rescue teams pulled three people alive from under collapsed buildings in Turkey on Friday, 11 days after an earthquake that has killed more than 45,000, left millions homeless, and sparked a huge relief effort. Mosques around the world performed absentee funeral prayers for the dead in Turkey and Syria, many of whom could not receive full burial rites given the enormity of the disaster. While many international rescue teams have left the vast quake zone, survivors were still emerging from under a multitude of flattened homes, defying all the odds. Hakan Yasinoglu, in his 40s, was rescued in the southern province of Hatay, 278 hours after the 7.8 magnitude ear...

[ad_1] Consuming ayurvedic herbs can help in keeping the body cool. Incorporating some healthy ayurvedic herbs in your diet can protect against various summer-related health issues. Summers are here and it will take a considerable amount of effort to maintain your body’s health and overall well-being. A study has found that if the global temperatures increase by 1 degree Celsius or more than the current levels, billions of people will be exposed to heat and humid conditions so extreme they will be unable to naturally cool themselves. While we need to protect ourselves from the sweltering heat, it is also essential to keep our body cool to fight various issues common in summer such as stomach infections, heat strokes, sunburns, etc. Incorporating some healthy ayurvedic herbs in your diet can help you beat the heat this summer. Tulsi This holy basil can be found easily in many households. It is not just effective in treating cough, cold, flu and infections but is also a potent herb ...

[ad_1] Minnesota Senate sends bill to governor that would provide free college tuition for families making Minnesota Senate sends bill to governor that would provide free college tuition for families making 01:57 Minnesota's ambitious plan to give lower-income residents free college has created a "crisis" in neighboring North Dakota, where higher education officials worry about a drop in enrollment from Minnesota students who can get a better deal at home. North Dakota college leaders spoke at a meeting this week of the State Board of Higher Education, whose members brainstormed ways to prevent a flood of Minnesota students leaving North Dakota schools. "This ...

[ad_1] Income Tax Budget 2024: The government is aware of the complexity in the capital gains tax structure, which currently lacks consistency in tax rates and holding periods for different instruments within the same asset class, say experts. Additionally, the indexation benefit varies in different situations. There may be an indication of a simplified capital gains tax regime, potentially including changes in tax rates and computation methods, they say. (AI image) [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2023.com/business/top-10-income-tax-expectations-from-budget-2024-from-new-income-tax-regime-slab-changes-to-hike-in-standard-deduction-section-80c-check-list/?feed_id=312154&_unique_id=66aa52eaed031

[ad_1] Children and adolescents face greater risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) when exposed to antibiotics or a western diet at early ages, according to researchers, including one of Indian origin. A meta-analysis of 36 observational studies representing approximately 6.4 million children showed that any exposure to antibiotics before age five was linked to a three times greater risk of paediatric IBD, and exposure to four or more courses of antibiotics to a 3.5 times greater risk. "Paediatric IBD cases are rising globally, and approximately one in four of all IBD cases are now diagnosed before age 21," said Nisha Thacker, the study`s lead author and a gastrointestinal dietitian at The University of Newcastle in Australia. A unique concern about paediatric IBD is the impact that the inflammation has on a child`s growth and the progression of puberty, so parents should be aware of this condition and the modifiable factors that influence it. ...

[ad_1] Sebastian Stan to play Donald Trump in 'The Student'  Sebastian Stan has been tapped to play young Donald Trump in the new movie The Student  by Iranian filmmaker Ali Abbasi ( Holy Spider ). In addition, Jeremy Strong, the Emmy winner for Succession , plays Roy Cohn, and Maria Bakalova, the star of Borat 2  and Bodies Bodies Bodies , plays Ivana Trump. “ The Student  is an exploration of power and ambition set in a world of corruption and deceit. It’s a mentor-protege story that charts the origins of an American dynasty. Filled with larger-than-life characters, it reveals the moral and human cost of a culture defined by winners and losers,” the synopsis states. The film about Trump will be written by Gabriel Sherman, the author of The Loudest Voice in the Room: How the Brilliant, Bombastic Roger Ailes Built Fox News – and Divided a Country. Russell Crowe portrayed Roger Ailes in the Showtime drama The Loudest Voice , which was based on his novel. The Student ...

[ad_1] As excitement surges around the upcoming Taylor Swift Eras Tour concert film hitting cinemas in Pakistan this October, Swifties gear up for a cinema spectacle. Pair that up with an upcoming winter, a cause of celebration for many tired of Pakistan’s constant shock of heatwaves, and you’ve got yourself the perfect autumn and Swift-inspired playlist to enjoy the change of seasons to the fullest. 1.         All Too Well The epitome of sad girl autumn, this song has the perfect warm autumn imagery. A ten-minute score coupled with stunning visuals in its Sadie Sink and Dylan O’Brien music video, this song is the perfect reminder of flannel shirts and cold air. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tollGa3S0o8[/embed] 2.         Red The reigning title in Taylor’s autumn-inspired albums, Red is a reminder of every colour of the upcoming season of romance. With the lyrics stating, “like the colours in autumn, so bright, just before they lose it all,” this song is just the...

[ad_1] KARACHI: A high official of the United States has emphasised that the US and Pakistan have a “very strong” relationship and they have entered a new chapter of cooperation and development. In an interview with The Express Tribune, US Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Deputy Assistant Secretary responsible for Pakistan, South and Central Asia, Elizabeth Horst, during her visit to Pakistan last week, said “the US-Pakistan relationship right now is very strong because it is just about...the US and Pakistan together, not through a regional lens, not through any other lens.” Responding to a question about the challenges faced by US investors in developing partnerships with Pakistan in the backdrop of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), she said the US had been in Pakistan just as long as China. “We have a long economic relationship with Pakistan.” She pointed out that Washington did not ask Pakistan to choose between the US and China, adding that there was room ...

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Scientists have developed a synthetic human antibody that can neutralise a deadly toxin produced by a variety of snakes. The study, published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, adapted an approach used earlier to screen for antibodies against HIV and COVID-19 in order to synthesise the new venom-neutralising antibody. "This is the first time that this particular strategy is being applied to develop antibodies for snakebite treatment," said Senji Laxme, a PhD student at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. The team, including researchers from US-based Scripps Research Institute, noted that the study is a step towards a universal antibody solution that can offer broad protection against venom of a variety of snakes, which includes the cobra, king cobra, krait and black mamba. Snakebites cause thousands of deaths every year, especially in India and sub-Saharan Africa, they said. The current strategy for developing antivenoms invo...

[ad_1] Islamabad, Pakistan CNN  —  Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan marked his presence at a much-awaited court appearance on Saturday in the capital city of Islamabad, leaving after the scheduled proceedings. Clashes between supporters of Khan and the police broke out in Islamabad as Khan attempted to enter the capital’s High Court. Clashes also broke out in the city of Lahore. An arrest warrant for Khan was issued on Monday, requiring him to present before the court on Saturday. Following a week of clashes across the country, all arrest warrants against Khan had been suspended on Friday after Khan had made a commitment that he would appear in court. On Saturday, capital authorities imposed an order that makes any gathering of more than four people an illegal offense. Khan left the city of Lahore early Saturday morning to reach Islamabad by road. He traveled with a ...

[ad_1] Published By : Nibandh Vinod Last Updated: November 19, 2023, 17:00 IST Chhath Puja 2023: Usha Arghya is the fourth and final day of the auspicious festival. (Image: PTI file) Chhath Puja 2023: This year, Usha Arghya and Parana Day will fall on Monday, November 20. The expected sunrise time is 06:20 AM. Chhath Puja is an auspicious Hindu festival celebrated all over India, especially in the states of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Jharkhand. Also known as Maha Parv, this festival is dedicated to Lord Surya, the god of energy, and his wife Usha (Chhathi Maiya). During the occasion, devotees worship the deity to promote well-being, prosperity, and progress. Women observe a fast and pray for the welfare of their husbands and families. This year, the festival started on Friday, November 17, and will end with Usha Arghya on Monday, November 20. ALSO READ: Chhath Puja 2023: History, Rituals, Sunrise & Sunset Timing, and Thekua Recipe Chhath Puja is generally celebrated s...

[ad_1] Last Updated: August 16, 2023, 11:41 IST SBFC Finance shares made a strong debut in the secondary market on Wednesday SBFC Finance Ltd made a robust premium of 43.8 per cent on the exchanges; Should you buy, sell or hold? SBFC Finance IPO Listing: SBFC Finance Ltd made a robust premium of 43.8 per cent on the exchanges in Wednesday’s trade. The stock debuted at Rs 82 on NSE over the IPO price of Rs 57 apiece. Meanwhile, on BSE it listed at Rs 81.99 per share. Mumbai-based non-banking financial company (NBFC) SBFC Finance’s IPO — comprising fresh issuance worth Rs 600 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of Rs 425 crore — concluded last week with an overall subscription of 70 times the equity on offer. The initial share sale received bids for 936.8 crore shares as against the 13.4 crore shares on offer, driven by strong participation from institutional investors, according to provisional exchange data. The public issue subscribed 11.60 times in the retail category, 203.61 time...

[ad_1] Business & Finance Deals 31 May 2023, 5:45 pm 1 minute Reuters exclusively revealed that Mexico is evaluating whether buying Citigroup Inc’s (C.N) Mexican consumer unit would help boost financial inclusion, potentially in combination with a state-run bank such as the Banco del Bienestar. U.S. lender Citigroup scrapped its sale of the Banamex unit last week and said it will instead list it, a surprise move coming amid talks to sell the business to Mexican billionaire German Larrea’s conglomerate Grupo Mexico (GMEXICOB.MX).   Market Impact After Citi announced its IPO plans, President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said the government could acquire up to half of Banamex. Before Citi’s u-turn , banking sources said Grupo Mexico had been eyeing the unit for around $7 billion . Banamex will continue to be reported as part of Citi’s continuing operations until ownership falls below a 50% voting interest, at which point...

[ad_1] A shooting at a high school football game in Choctaw, Oklahoma , Friday night wounded several people, police said. Police responded to Choctaw High School for reports of shots fired during game between Choctaw High School and Del City High School.  The incident happened at about 10:30 p.m. with less than four minutes left in the third quarter, according to police. Shots were fired from near the north-side bleachers. POLICE VIDEO SHOWS 3RD GRADE TEACHER BEING ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY BEING DRUNK ON FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL A shooting was reported at a high school football game in Choctaw, Oklahoma, Friday night. (Google Maps) Choctaw Police Chief Kelly Marshall said in a press conference that four people were injured in the shooting, and that at least one of the victims is a student. Another person was treated for a possible broken leg. Del City Police Chief Lloyd Berger said a Del City police officer working the sidelines off-duty was involved in the shooting. The officer di...