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Intl conference on ‘Manoeuvring Business, Society & Culture’ concludes

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 15: Two-day international conference on “Manoeuvring Business, Society, and Culture in the New World Order” concluded at Government SPMR College of Commerce, with an intellectually vibrant and ceremonially rich valedictory session marked by scholarly reflections, visionary deliberations, and cultural eloquence. The valedictory ceremony was graced by distinguished dignitaries including Prof Pragati Kumar, Vice Chancellor of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University as the chief guest; Prof Ashok Aima, former Vice Chancellor of Central University of Jammu and […]

Daily Excelsior • 5/15/2026, 10:30:55 PM
technology

Debt trap among youth: A silent crisis of modern society

Dr Vishal Gupta vishalm.com85@gmail.com The modern world has transformed the lifestyle, aspirations, and spending habits of young people. Technology, social media, digital banking, and easy access to credit have created numerous opportunities for financial growth and convenience. However, alongside these opportunities, a dangerous financial problem has emerged among the younger generation – the debt trap. Today, many youths are becoming victims of excessive borrowing, uncontrolled spending, and financial mismanagement. What begins as a small loan or a simple credit purchase […]

Daily Excelsior • 5/15/2026, 10:11:12 PM
technology

She had nothing at 15. At 55, she's China's wealthiest woman sitting at the world's top table with Elon Musk and Tim Cook; here's the story of Zhou Qunfei

Chinas richest woman, Zhou Qunfei, once worked factory shifts after leaving school at 15. Today, her billion-dollar tech company supplies Apple, Tesla, and Samsung. Her glass powers iPhones and smart vehicles worldwide. She built Lens Technology from poverty, loss, and survival. Now she sits beside Elon Musk and Tim Cook at global business meetings.

The Economic Times • 5/15/2026, 5:18:00 PM
health

Q&A: Evolution may reshape how urban forests, wetlands and reefs protect cities

Over the past decade, cities around the world have increasingly turned to nature-based infrastructure to become more resilient in the face of a changing climate. Urban forests provide shade during heat waves and improve air quality; wetlands filter stormwater and reduce flooding; and restored oyster reefs filter water, create habitat and reduce wave energy along shorelines. When carefully designed and managed, these "nature-based solutions" can support climate adaptation, biodiversity and public health.

Phys.org • 5/15/2026, 3:40:05 PM
health

New WHO online course strengthens good practices in clinical trials

High-quality clinical trials are essential for generating reliable evidence to inform health policy, clinical practice and public trust in science. To support countries and researchers in strengthening trial quality and equity, WHO has launched a new free online course, ‘WHO Good Practices for Clinical Trial Design and Implementation’, available on the WHO Academy online learning platform.The self‑paced course translates the ‘WHO Guidance for Best Practices for Clinical Trials’ into practical, applied learning for those involved in clinical trials. The course responds directly to requests from WHO Member States to strengthen capacity for clinical trials (as articulated in WHA75.8) and improve research quality, coordination and preparedness for public health emergencies.“Well-designed and well-conducted clinical trials are fundamental to protecting participants, producing trustworthy evidence and strengthening confidence in science,” said Dr Sylvie Briand, WHO Chief Scientist. “This course equips a wide range of actors with a shared understanding of good practices, helping to translate global guidance into better trials, better evidence and ultimately better health outcomes.”Clinical trials can involve anyone – healthy individuals or people living with a disease or other health condition. They test a wide range of health interventions, not just medicines. This includes vaccines, medical devices, surgical procedures, diagnostics, nutrition, physical therapy, psychological support, digital health tools, traditional or herbal remedies and process-of-care changes.Recent breakthroughs in global health underscore the critical role of high-quality clinical trials. These include long-acting HIV prevention injectables; innovative cancer therapies showing promising improvements in survival; advances in malaria prevention and treatment and new diagnostic tools to help end TB. “At a time when the global health agenda, and even science itself, is under attack, the importance of clinical trials cannot be overstated,” noted Dr Meg Doherty, Director of WHO’s Science for Health Department. “WHO remains committed to supporting the global research community to deliver life-saving advances in health, particularly in developing countries where the need is greatest. This new course forms part of our renewed focus on strengthening equitable research and ethics ecosystems.”Grounded in WHO’s 2024 guidance, the course is structured around five universally applicable scientific and ethical principles. Across nine interactive modules, taking approximately 4.5 hours to complete, learners explore how these principles can be applied in different settings, disease areas and health systems. The course emphasizes real‑world decision‑making, addressing common challenges in trial design, conduct and oversight, including participant protection, ethical review, community engagement, operational feasibility and relevance to public health needs. “The course provides a clear and highly practical foundation for ethical, high‑quality clinical research,” enthused Dr Rajeshree Sanyal, Senior Project Manager at The George Institute for Global Health in India, and an early course participant. “The real‑world case studies and interactive course format makes the learning process both engaging and easy to follow.”While currently available in English, other language versions of the course are planned to be rolled out in coming years. “The course successfully bridges the gap between ethical theory and operational reality, giving me the professional edge to ensure our trials are both robust and participant-centred,” explains Mithun Mohan George, Project Manager at Sunnybrook Research Institute in Canada. “I have already started implementing key lessons in my monitoring plan documents and would definitely recommend this course to all those who are looking to make clinical research practices better.”By making this course freely available online, WHO aims to reduce barriers to high‑quality clinical trials education and support countries in building sustainable research capacity aligned with national and global health priorities. Register for the course here

World Health Organization (WHO) • 5/15/2026, 2:44:18 PM
power

Global Diplomatic Movements: Leaders' Tours and Summits

The political and general news diary outlines several significant international events and visits by world leaders, emphasizing diplomatic engagements, summits, and bilateral meetings. These include visits by leaders such as the Indian Prime Minister to Europe, Russian Foreign Minister to New Delhi, and U.S. President to China. Such engagements reflect a busy schedule of global diplomacy and international cooperation.

Devdiscourse • 5/15/2026, 12:32:59 PM
world

How to actually own your morning (Without the chaos)

We’ve all had those "disaster" starts—hitting snooze five times, tripping over a shoe, and realizing you’re already behind before you’ve even found your keys. It’s exhausting. But here’s the truth: the way you handle those first few hours determines whether you’re running the day, or the day is running you.Success isn’t about waking up at 4:00 AM to do a triathlon; it’s about being intentional. It’s about protecting your energy before the rest of the world starts demanding it. Here is a realistic, five-step breakdown to help you build a morning that actually feels good.

Times of India • 5/15/2026, 9:55:22 AM
power

Generation Battery Energy Storage System to enable Scalable, Resilient Energy Transition

New Delhi [India], May 15: Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has announced the launch of its next-generation, fully integrated cell to grid to cell Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). This solution was launched at recently concluded Schneider Electric Innovation Summit India 2026. The solution is designed to enable predictable, revenue-generating energy storage while strengthening grid resilience and enabling flexible, intelligent energy systems. As the world's fourth-largest renewable energy producer, India is rapidly scaling clean energy, making grid flexibility and storage critical to ensuring reliability and resilience. Schneider Electric's battery agnostic, PCS forward BESS offer is designed to support this transition by enabling stable, efficient, and intelligent energy systems.

The Tribune • 5/15/2026, 8:50:36 AM
health

The silent killer behind sudden heart attacks: Why looking healthy no longer guarantees a healthy heart

A person who goes to the gym regularly, eats salads, avoids sugar, and looks perfectly fit does not usually fit the image of a heart patient. Butt hospitals across the world are seeing a worrying pattern. Young professionals, marathon runners, slim office-goers, and seemingly healthy adults are arriving in emergency rooms with sudden heart attacks. In many of these cases, one hidden condition sits in the background: hypertension.High blood pressure is called the “silent killer” because it rarely announces itself with loud symptoms. There is no fever, no obvious pain, and often no visible warning sign. But inside the body, the pressure slowly damages blood vessels, strains the heart, and increases the risk of stroke, kidney disease, and sudden cardiac events. According to the World Health Organization’s hypertension report, nearly 1.4 billion adults globally live with hypertension, and many do not even know they have it.

Times of India • 5/15/2026, 7:30:00 AM
culture

Shakira sets FIFA World Cup mood with 'Dai Dai' after 'Waka Waka'

Shakira is set to co-headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 final halftime show, marking a first for the tournament.FIFA World Cup 2026 song, Dai Dai Shakira Burna Boy, new World Cup anthem, Shakira music release, Burna Boy collaboration, football tournament song, FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, children's education charity, World Cup halftime show, Waka Waka comparison, Ricky Martin The Cup of Life, US Canada Mexico World Cup, 48 nation World Cup, infectious rhythm music, celebratory energy song

Malayala Manorama • 5/15/2026, 6:20:20 AM
power

Fri Fix: the magic (round) of Origin

New South Wales have retained the Women’s Origin Shield, seemingly perfecting the balance between youth and experience. What can Queensland do to avoid a clean sweep? Speaking of Origin, Magic Round looms as an audition for a number of players as competition for spots in the NSW and Queensland teams tightens.  Featured: Emma Lawrence, reporter, Channel 9. Peter Badel, rugby league writer, Nine Newspapers To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more.  Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) • 5/15/2026, 5:45:00 AM
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Global Push to Decarbonise Steel and Cement Faces Massive Finance Gap: OECD

A new OECD and Climate Club report warns that financial support for decarbonising heavy industries like steel, cement and chemicals in developing economies remains far below what is needed, despite these sectors being among the world’s largest sources of emissions. While international funding and private investment are beginning to rise, the report says much stronger global action and investment in breakthrough technologies such as clean hydrogen and carbon capture are urgently required.

Devdiscourse • 5/15/2026, 5:24:02 AM
health

WHO launches global tool to improve AMR and infection control training for nurses

The World Health Organization has introduced a new global framework to help nursing and midwifery schools strengthen education on antimicrobial resistance and infection prevention, aiming to better prepare healthcare workers to fight drug-resistant infections. The report stresses that improved training in hygiene, responsible antibiotic use and patient safety is essential to reducing healthcare-associated infections and protecting global public health.

Devdiscourse • 5/15/2026, 5:23:23 AM
business

Breaking News Today LIVE Updates: PM Modi To Visit UAE Today

Stay tuned with Times Now and TimesNowNews.com for breaking news, top political developments, global affairs, exclusive ground reports, entertainment buzz, sports updates, business stories and all the latest happenings from India and around the world -- delivered with speed, accuracy and comprehensive coverage. Track latest news events from India and World on Timesnownews.com., India News News, Times Now

Times Now • 5/15/2026, 3:15:41 AM
health

Michael Schumacher at 57: Private health battle continues, family maintains vigil twelve years on from ski accident

More than a decade after his devastating skiing accident in the French Alps in December 2013, Formula 1 icon Michael Schumacher, now 57 years old, continues his intensive home treatment. As of May 2026, the seven-time world champion remains under constant medical care, a testament to his family’s unwavering dedication and the ongoing advancements in […]

Portal Mix Vale • 5/15/2026, 12:36:11 AM
health

The 'silent' invasion of a widespread freshwater jellyfish across Europe

A new study published in the journal People and Nature reveals a significant gap in public awareness regarding one of the world's most widespread invasive species: the freshwater jellyfish Craspedacusta sowerbii. Despite being present on six continents and well-documented by scientists in Europe, this unnoticed (cryptic meaning "under the radar") invader remains largely unknown to the public, a factor that researchers say may be hindering the development of early warning systems and effective environmental policy.

Phys.org • 5/15/2026, 12:00:02 AM
world

ANR offers a fresh look at a topsy-turvy world

All one has to do is watch the news these days to feel like the world has gone a little topsy-turvy. So, in that spirit, this week’s ANR leans into the idea, just with a bit more intention, and hopefully a few more smiles.Three years after debuting our first “Topsy Turvy” edition, we’ve brought it back, though on a smaller, more reader-friendly scale. The goal hasn’t changed, which is to shake things up just enough to make you pause, look twice, and maybe spend a little more time with the pages of your hometown newspaper.

Aurora News-Register • 5/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
technology

Streamex Corp. Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results and Announces Business & Quarterly Update Call

WINTER PARK, Fla., May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Streamex Corp. ('Streamex” or the 'Company”) (NASDAQ: STEX), a technology company focused on the tokenization of commodity real-world assets, today announced that it has filed its Q1 2026 financial results and will host an earnings and corporate update presentation on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. ET.

The Manila Times • 5/14/2026, 10:09:30 PM
health

SPMR College of Commerce hosts two-day Intl conference

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 14: Government SPMR College of Commerce, first ever in its academic history, inaugurated its prestigious two-day international conference on “Manoeuvering Business, Society and Culture in the New World Order”. The grand inaugural ceremony witnessed the presence of eminent academicians, policymakers, administrators, researchers, industry experts and students from across the country and abroad. Minister for Health & Medical Education, School Education and Social Welfare, Government of J&K, Sakeena Masood Itoo, graced the occasion as the chief guest. […]

Daily Excelsior • 5/14/2026, 10:07:25 PM