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Autism Spectrum Disorder: When emotional support should be part of pedagogy

Navigating the challenges of autism in Indian schools: parents share experiences and experts emphasize the need for inclusive education.




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Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialties Centre launches clinic, homecare service for the elderly

These initiatives aim to provide multidisciplinary care to senior citizens and enhance their quality of life




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US climate envoy says work will continue despite Trump’s return

Trump has promised to again remove the U.S., the world’s biggest historic greenhouse gas emitter, from international climate cooperation




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Fight over including carbon border tax in agenda delays climate talks on day one

Agenda disputes are common at UN climate conferences but this one is especially significant as countries have limited time to agree on a new climate finance goal.




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Climate crisis worsening already 'hellish' refugee situation: U.N.

With international climate talks under way in Baku, the U.N. refugee agency highlighted how soaring global temperatures and extreme weather events are impacting displacement numbers and conditions




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Researchers document huge drop in African elephants in a half century

Fresh evidence of this comes in a study that documents alarming population declines at numerous sites across the continent over about a half century.




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29th Climate Conference (COP) tracker | Key takeaways from U.N. chief’s speech and Day 1 discussions

Chetan Bhattacharji, who is at Baku for the first week of negotiations and The Hindu’s Jacob Koshy, will guide us through high-stakes conversations at COP29 at 5 p.m. on November 12




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Is there a scientific reason why online phishing fraudsters target senior citizens?

A research paper documents the fact that older people tend to underestimate their cognitive decline and this could affect their finances; experts say senior citizens could be more vulnerable to cyber scamsters and to financial abuse from their own families




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Clarifying the Relationship Between Popovers and Dialogs

Pop quiz! What's the difference between a Popover element and a Dialog element? The answer is not all that clear and is widely misunderstood, but Zell has a clear way to explain it so that you know which element to reach for in your work.


Clarifying the Relationship Between Popovers and Dialogs originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You should get the newsletter.




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You can use text-wrap: balance; on icons

The CSS text-wrap property is (rightfully) widely assumed to be used strictly for text elements. But Terrence Eden posted an article on his blog that shows how it can also be used to balance the way other types of elements wrap, including icons.


You can use text-wrap: balance; on icons originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You should get the newsletter.




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Left Half and Right Half Layout – Many Different Ways

Imagine a scenario where you need to split a layout in half. Basically two equal height columns are needed inside of a container. Each side takes up exactly half of the container. Like many things in CSS, there are a number of ways to go about this.


Left Half and Right Half Layout – Many Different Ways originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You should get the newsletter.





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Fluid Everything Else

We can apply the concept of fluid typography to almost anything. This way we can have a layout that fluidly changes with the size of its parent container. Few users will ever see the transition, but they will all appreciate the results. Honestly, they will.


Fluid Everything Else originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You should get the newsletter.




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The Different (and Modern) Ways to Toggle Content

Let’s spend some time looking at disclosures, the Dialog API, the Popover API, and more. We’ll look at the right time to use each one depending on your needs. Modal or non-modal? JavaScript or pure HTML/CSS? Not sure? Don’t worry, we’ll go into all that.


The Different (and Modern) Ways to Toggle Content originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You should get the newsletter.




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Tim Brown: Flexible Typesetting is now yours, for free

Another title from A Book Apart has been re-released for free. The latest? Tim Brown's Flexible Typesetting. I may not be the utmost expert on typography and its best practices but I do remember reading this book (it's still on the shelf next to me!) thinking maybe, just maybe, I might be able to hold a conversation about it with Robin when I finished it.


Tim Brown: Flexible Typesetting is now yours, for free originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You should get the newsletter.




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Israel's Netanyahu adds rival to Cabinet, strengthens hold on office

Gideon Saar had left Netanyahu's Likud party four years ago after accusing the prime minister of turning it into a "cult of personality"




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Britain to become first G7 country to end coal power as last plant closes

It will end over 140 years of coal power in Britain




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Blinken says India-US working to address regional and global challenges after meeting Jaishankar

Jaishankar met Blinken on Tuesday at the Foggy Bottom headquarters of the US State Department.




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Yemen's Houthi rebels are looking to gain from continuing conflict in Middle East

Recent Houthi attacks has again drawn attention to the Yemeni rebels and raised questions about their goals and strategies




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AAPI Chief Dr Kathula suggests fast-track green cards for Indian physicians in the US

Voices concerns that there are many physicians who are still on H-1B work visas even after staying in the US for over 15-20 years.




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Elon Musk joins Trump for rally at site of assassination attempt

“If we win Pennsylvania, we will win the whole thing,” Trump said.




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Israel hits 40,000 Hamas targets in Gaza after one year of conflict

More than 100 hostages remain held by Hamas




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US spends record $17.9 billion on military aid to Israel since October 7

At least 1,400 people in Lebanon, including Hezbollah fighters and civilians, have been killed since Israel greatly expanded its strikes in that country in late September




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World went through its second-warmest September this year, says Europe weather agency

2024 set to be the warmest year on record, says Copernicus Climate Change Service




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US weather agency lowers chances of La Nina’s emergence

Cuts prospects to 60%, says a weak even may last till March 2025




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Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Japanese atomic bombing survivors’ group Nihon Hidankyo

We wish to honour all survivors who, despite physical suffering and painful memories, have chosen to use their costly experience to cultivate hope and engagement for peace, says Jørgen Watne Frydnes, chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee




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Multiple rocket launches identified from Lebanon since Yom Kippur fast began, says Israel

Israel shut down late on Friday afternoon for Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement and the holiest day of the Jewish calendar




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China's finance minister says room for more economic stimulus but offers no plan

Lan's remarks left the door open for such a plan in the future but he did not divulge what is under consideration




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Vice President Harris is in ‘excellent health,’ physician says

Her most recent physical exam in April was “unremarkable,” Simmons added




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US and India can work together on mental health, says US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy

US Surgeon General Murthy says it is time to prioritise and accelerate the work on mental health, because the consequences have been too high




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Nijjar killing row: Canada seeks diplomatic immunity waiver; India rejects as political agenda

New Delhi described the accusations as baseless and politically motivated, claiming they serve Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s domestic vote-bank agenda.




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Chance for La Nina to emerge has decreased, says Australia’s BoM

5 climate models point to ENSO-neutral conditions until February 2025




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Drone strike launched toward Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s house

Neither Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nor his wife were home and there were no casualties, says spokesperson




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China cuts lending rates to boost economy

China had reduced other policy rates in September as part of a package of stimulus measures to support the economy




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Maldives President Muizzu to take 50% salary cut amid growing economic strain

The move was announced as part of special measures in his government’s ‘economic reform agenda’ 




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India-Germany sign multiple MoUs on green hydrogen, technology & trade

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz follows signing of multiple treaties, agreements on Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty in Criminal Matters and Indo-German Green Hydrogen Road Map




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Israel-Iran tensions escalate: Retaliatory strikes target military installations in Tehran

The Israeli military cited continuous Iranian attacks from multiple fronts since October 7, affirming Israel’s right to retaliate




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Japan’s government in turmoil as election leaves no party majority, hits Yen

With mounting voter dissatisfaction over scandals and economic pressures, Ishiba’s position as prime minister is now in jeopardy, facing calls for new leadership.




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Myanmar's civil war reshaped in past year with coordinated offensive by powerful resistance groups

Today it is increasingly on the back foot, with the loss of dozens of outposts, bases and strategic cities that even its leaders concede will be challenging to regain




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BRICS+ group could surpass G7 in global trade by 2026: EY India

While the BRICS+ group’s share in global merchandise exports has increased to 23.3% in 2023 from 10.7% in 2000, the G7’s share has fallen by 16.2 percentage points




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UN COP16 biodiversity summit agrees to establish Indigenous subsidiary body

The value of the traditional knowledge of indigenous peoples, Afro-descendants and local communities is recognised with this decision, says Susana Muhamad, Colombia’s environment minister and COP16 president




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"Sanctioned companies not in violation of Indian law," says MEA after US sanctions 19 Indian companies

The sanctions announced by the U.S. State Department targets 19 Indian companies and two individuals accused of allegedly supplying materials and technology to Russia to support its military amid the ongoing war in Ukraine




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UN COP16 summit suspended without agreement on new funding for biodiversity conservation

Wealthier nations were hesitant to increase funding, while developing countries argued that they cannot enhance their efforts without additional financial support




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My mother raised my sister and me to appreciate and honor our heritage: Kamala Harris

In her op-ed, Harris wrote that as a 19-year-old, her mother Shyamala Harris crossed the world alone, traveling from India to USA




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Netanyahu’s office is accused of leaks to thwart Gaza cease-fire

Many in Israel’s security establishment dismissed the demand and accused Netanyahu of avoiding a deal to keep the war going




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Bangladesh ramps up payments to Adani Power amid power supply cuts

Bangladesh is scrutinising its contract with Adani Power, as it is charging Bangladesh a rate nearly 27 per cent higher than those of India’s other private producers




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Musk $1 million voter giveaway can proceed after lawsuit

Pennsylvania Judge Angelo Foglietta on Monday rejected a request to halt the contest by the DA, who called it an illegal lottery




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Trump takes early electoral lead as race with Harris takes shape

Polls have closed in key swing states of Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Michigan




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US will be more isolationist whoever wins election, Jaishankar says

"President Trump may be more articulate and expressive in that regard," he said during a panel discussion with the foreign ministers of Australia and New Zealand




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Trump expands lead, Republican Party captures Senate as Harris path narrows

Trump wins both North Carolina and Georgia, while holding a more tentative advantage across Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Arizona