Month: January 2024

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Cryptocurrency

Sensex, Nifty rebound to settle nearly 1% higher ahead of interim Budget

Benchmark equity indices climbed nearly 1 per cent on Wednesday on buying in HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries.

Investors are eyeing the two important events lined up ahead—the interim budget and the US Fed interest rate decision—to derive further cues from.

Recovering all the early lost ground, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 612.21 points or 0.86 per cent to settle at 71,752.11. During the day, it zoomed 711.49 points or 1 per cent to 71,851.39.

The Nifty climbed 203.60 points or 0.95 per cent to 21,725.70.

Among the Sensex firms, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, State Bank of India, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti, Bajaj Finserv, Power Grid and UltraTech Cement were the major gainers.

Also read: Maruti Suzuki’s Q3 profit soars 33% to ₹3,206 crore

Larsen & Toubro declined over 4 per cent after its December quarter earnings. Titan also ended lower from the 30-share pack.

In Asian markets, Tokyo, Shanghai and Hong Kong ended lower while Seoul settled in the green.

European markets were trading on a mixed note. The US markets ended mostly down on Tuesday.

“A positive build-up was reflected in Indian markets prior to the interim budget, although expectations are low, the market anticipates a lower fiscal deficit supported by buoyant tax revenues. The overall trend in the market is akin to a see-saw, and the buy-on-dips strategy is effective as of now. Global market cues are mixed ahead of the FOMC meeting, and US 10-year yields were marginally down,” said Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services.

Also read: Dabur India to invest ₹135 crore to set up new facility in South India

Global oil benchmark Brent crude declined 0.91 per cent to $82.12 a barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,970.52 crore on Tuesday, according to exchange data.

The BSE benchmark fell by 801.67 points or 1.11 per cent to settle at 71,139.90 on Tuesday. The Nifty declined 215.50 points or 0.99 per cent to 21,522.10.

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Health Fitness

Tiktokerica podijelila kontroverznu tajnu čiste kože, ljudi su podijeljeni

SVI KOJI se bore s aknama znaju da je iscrpljujuće pronaći rutinu koja funkcionira. S ovim se borila i TikTokerica koja se na društvenim mrežama naziva samo Candice. No, nedavno je na TikToku podijelila kako se uspjela riješiti akni.

U videu koji je prešao šest milijuna pregleda, Candice je otkrila da je njezina tajna goveđi loj. Također napominje kako je shvatila da su komplicirane rutine njege kože bespotrebne.

“Koža ulaže veliki napor u proizvodnju vlastitih prirodnih ulja i sebuma, a mi to svaku večer prije spavanja skidamo dok koristimo oštre proizvode za pranje lica”, rekla je u videu.

Sebum je masna tvar koju koža proizvodi kako bi održala svoju vlažnost, a može začepiti pore ili dovesti do masnije kože ako se prekomjerno proizvodi, što rezultira prištićima.

Još jedna Candiceina tajna je suho četkanje lica. Ovo joj pomaže ukloniti mrtvu kožu prije ispiranja toplom vodom i nanošenja goveđeg loja kao hidratantne kreme. Međutim, stručnjaci su razotkrili da bi goveđi loj čak mogao biti krivac za akne.

Dermatolog Muneeb Shah prethodno je za New York Post rekao: “Loj, budući da ima visok udio oleinske kiseline, baš kao i maslinovo ulje, remeti barijeru kože i zapravo uzrokuje veću iritaciju u usporedbi s biljnim uljima koja su bogata linolnom kiselinom.”

Neki su u komentarima podijelili kako jedva čekaju isprobati njezinu rutinu, a neki su joj pisali da je odvratna. No, unatoč negativnim komentarima i tome što stručnjaci opovrgavaju prednosti goveđeg loja kao hidratantne kreme, Candice se kune u svoju tajnu blistave i glatke kože.

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Pets

Gluhi mačak voli spavati pored vrata, razlog topi srca

JAKOB Lindblad i njegova partnerica prije dvije godine su udomili mačka Svenna, koji je nedavno postao zvijezda TikToka iz preslatkog razloga.

Naime, četverogodišnji Svenn je gluh i jako privržen svojim vlasnicima, zbog čega želi znati gdje se nalaze u svakom trenutku. Linblad je u intervjuu za Newsweek otkrio da je Svenn počeo spavati u hodniku jer je htio znati kada njegovi vlasnici izlaze iz sobe, a nedavno je čak počeo spavati ispred kućnih vrata, u slučaju da njegovi vlasnici planiraju izaći iz kuće.

Video koji je Linblad objavio na profilu @deafbois prikazuje Svenna kako spava ispred vrata, čekajući svoje vlasnike.

Viralni video pregledalo je više od milijun ljudi, a neki od njih ostavili su i komentare. “Daj mu barem jastuk”, “Nikada ne smiješ napustiti kuću”, “Ja nikada ne bih izašla iz kuće na tvom mjestu”, “Prekrasan je”, samo su neki od komentara.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Žene su oduševljene ovim salonkama s mašnom i točkicama: “Fenomenalne su”

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

PRIBLIŽAVA se Valentinovo, po mnogima najromantičniji dan u godini. Kao i svake godine, mnoge modne marke su pripremile posebne kolekcije kako bi pomogle svojim kupcima da izraze ljubav jedinstvenim poklonom. No Valentinovo nije isključivo rezervirano za parove ili zaljubljene, već je to i prilika da i oni koji su solo, proslave ljubav – prema samome sebi. A ako se nas pita, ove salonke su komad koji bismo si rado poklonili ovog Valentinova. 

Salonke krase peta od 11.4 centimetra, šiljasti prednji dio i mrežasti gornji dio na kojem se nalaze crvene točkice. Imaju i detalje od antilopa, a tu je i glavna zvijezda – predimenzionirana mašna koja se nalazi na vanjskoj strani cipela. 

“Službeno je, zaljubljena sam”

“Prekrasne su”, “Volim ih”, “Bez riječi sam”, “Za umrijeti su”, “Opsjednuta sam”, “O moj Bože, tako su lijepe”, “Službeno je, zaljubljena sam”, “Predivne”, “Savršenstvo”, “Fenomenalne su”, “Jedva čekam da dobijem svoje”, “Ovo je sve”, “Jako ih želim”, samo su neki od komentara na Instagram profilu brenda ispod objave s ovim cipelama. 

Ove salonke su novitet luksuznog brenda obuće Aminah Abdul Jillil. Marka je osnovana 2012. godine i poznata je po odvažnom, a ženstvenom dizajnu. Upravo je estetika obuće kojom se ova marka ponosi dovela do globalne distribucije cipela u preko 50 zemalja. 

Cijena im je 559.95 eura, a možete ih pronaći ovdje. 

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Sports

FC Barcelona Manager Xavi Hernandez Considers Rafael Marquez as a Potential Option for Next Head Coach

As the FC Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez is set to step down from his role after the completion of the ongoing season, he talked about his possible replacement on Tuesday. The Catalan-based club have struggled to deliver results recently as they have lost three matches in their previous five encounters, including a 4-1 loss against their arch-rivals Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup. In the ongoing season, Barcelona stands in fourth place in the standings with 44 points by their name after winning 13 of their 21 matches. The 44-year-old asserted that Rafa Marques is preparing him for the role, rest of it depends on Deco and the president. Ivan Rakitic Ends Second Stint With Spanish Club Sevilla To Join Al Shabab in Saudi Arabia.

“Rafa (Marquez) is my friend, he is preparing to coach the Barca first team one day and it is legal. The rest is the job of [sporting director] Deco and the president,” Xavi was quoted as saying by Goal.com.

Marquez is a former Barcelona player who played at Camp Nou from 2003 to 2010, and he currently coaches the club’s B squad, which competes in the third tier of the Spanish league system. Xavi further stated that I am proud of what I have done as a manager for Barcelona. He also said that it was his dream to manage a club like Barcelona. Premier League 2023-24 Makes Explosive Return As Two Teams Score Inside 22 Seconds; Arsenal Move up to Second Position in Points Table With Win Over Nottingham Forest.

“The same thing will happen to him as to Guardiola or me. This is the problem: it will happen to him. My advice is to be natural, to do what you feel and not to let yourself be influenced. That’s what I’ve done and I’m proud. My dream was to coach Barcelona, play good football and win. And it has been achieved. Not this season, but I leave with a very clear conscience,” the former Spain international added.

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Arts Entertainments

Olivia Rodrigo on the 2024 Grammy Awards, performing rage on ‘GUTS,’ and learning from Leonard Cohen

LOS ANGELES: The second chapter in Olivia Rodrigo ‘s musical story began similar to the first: with a big-hearted, full-throated piano ballad about a relationship gone awry.

But the bloodsucking “vampire” was no “drivers license,” the song that kickstarted her career. Instead of descending into her loss in the song, Rodrigo stands atop of her anger, reclaiming her agency in the process. The production mirrors this progress: it is a triumphant revenge anthem, textured, theatrical, an explosive introduction to what would become her second full-length album, 2023’s “GUTS.”

And just like the first, it is a showstopper. This year, Rodrigo is nominated for six Grammys. The single “vampire” is up for record and song of the year, as well as best pop solo performance. “GUTS” could take home album of the year or maybe best pop vocal album, and finally, her track “ballad of a homeschooled girl” is up for best rock song.

“I love the Grammys so much!” Rodrigo told The Associated Press at the film academy’s Governors Awards in Los Angeles earlier this month. “I grew up watching them. My mom and I used to, like, make predictions of who we thought was going to win every year.

And so just to be able to attend as a fan is incredible. And the fact that I’m nominated is just, you know, absolutely incredible, just unfathomable.”

But in many ways, it is fathomable: Rodrigo won best new artist, best pop vocal album and best pop solo performance at the 2022 Grammy Awards for her debut album, “SOUR,” and of course, for her 2021 smash “drivers license.”

On “GUTS,” one the Associated Press’ picks for best albums of 2023, Rodrigo performs 12 tracks of big feelings balladry and riot grrrl-informed power pop-punk, the perfect soundtrack for a person entering their 20s — or for those of us who remember the frustrations of the age. It’s a maturation from the somber teenage dreams of “SOUR.” On “GUTS,” as AP’s review of the album concludes, Rodrigo recognizes that there are few forces are more potent than a young creative woman’s dissatisfaction — in some ways, more productive than heartbreak.

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Cryptocurrency

Bajaj Finance shares slump over 5% on rising stress in B2C loan portfolios.

Shares of Bajaj Finance slumped over 5 per cent on Tuesday after the NBFC highlighted rising stress in its rural and urban B2C loans portfolios in its Q3 earnings. On January 30, the stock fell 5.4 per cent to Rs 6,805 on the NSE. However, it later pared some less to close 5.1 per cent lower at Rs 6,825.

Credit costs in the urban B2C portfolio remained elevated, with the company attributing it to lower collection efficiency. The management said that the hit on collections is a “transient phase” and the overall risk across portfolios continues to be low.

As such, given the rising stress in unsecured loans at a system level, the NBFC has been cutting the exposure to urban B2C loans by Rs 450-500 crore each quarter. The portfolio growth slowed to about 29 per cent yoy in December 2023 from 32-33 per cent in March 2023.

AUM growth in rural B2C loans slowed to 10 per cent yoy in December 2023 from 26 per cent in March 2023 due to risk actions undertaken by the company, which said that this signals a need to improve and prioritise risk mitigation till growth picks up.

Bajaj Finance said that retail and SME loans constitute about 86 per cent of the overall loan portfolio and by 2025 the NBFC should be able to offer all retail and MSME products other than agri loans. Going ahead, ticket size for rural loans should remain at Rs 1.25-3.00 lakh, whereas for urban loans the ticket size should be at Rs 2-4 lakh.

It expects credit cost to remain anchored at around 175-185 bps, similar to pre-COVID levels. The higher credit costs also reflect the “reasonable changes made to provisioning policies” at the company such as customer level GNPA figures, it said.

“Credit costs were higher than expectations at 169 bps, and 189 bps adjusted for management overlay of Rs 150 crore. This was attributable to higher provisions in the rural and urban B2C (personal loan) segment where GNPAs have increased around 40 bps over the past two quarters,” Macquarie Research said in a note.

While Bajaj Finance continues to scale down growth in rural B2C (excluding gold loans), higher provisions for urban B2C book due to lower collections combined with some pressure on NIMs should lead to a decline in ROA (return on assets) to below 5 per cent for some quarters, it added. RoA for Q3 was 4.9 per cent, 50 bps lower on year and 26 bps on quarter.

Bajaj Finance said there is significant overlap in the MSME and commercial lending segment, and the focus is now on categories such as LAP and auto loans, adding that non-retail growth is bringing stability to the overall balance sheet.

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Pets

Video mačka koji ne jede mokru hranu bez salate je hit, pogledali su ga milijuni

JEDNA žena je na TikTok profilu posvećenom svom crnom mačku Shaggyju objavila video dok jede hranu. No, na potpuno neočekivan način. Crni mačak Shaggy, naime, svoju mokru hranu u posljednje vrijeme jede samo ako uz to dobije i salatu.

Ovaj gotovo nestvarni video u jednom je danu pogledan više od tri milijuna puta. Njegova vlasnica, Dina, u komentarima je objasnila da je Shaggy znao krasti salatu iz njezina tanjura, a onda mu je za probu dala uz njegov obrok i uživao je. Otkad je to učinila, Shaggy ne želi jesti svoju mokru hranu bez dodatka salate.

Ljude je neobičan video oduševio, a mnogi su napisali da takvo što nikada prije nisu vidjeli. 

“Neka me netko uštipne da znam da je ovo istina.”, “On samo želi imati uravnoteženu prehranu.”, “Nikad nisam vidjela ovako nešto, popravilo mi je dan!”, “Pravi mali gospodin.”, neki su od komentara ispod videozapisa. 

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Našli smo jaja i maslac po nerealno niskim cijenama, isplati se napraviti zalihe

PREGLEDALI smo kataloge poznatih maloprodajnih trgovina u Hrvatskoj i izdvojili najbolje popuste i proizvode po dobrim cijenama.

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Arts Entertainments

Jacqueline Fernandez was knowingly involved in possession of proceeds of crime, says ED

NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) apprised the Delhi High Court that Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez, accused in a Rs 200 crore money laundering case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, was knowingly involved in the possession and use of proceeds of the crime.

The ED’s contention was made in an affidavit filed in response to Fernandez’s plea seeking quashing of an FIR against her in the money laundering case allegedly involving Chandrasekhar.

As the matter was listed before Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri, the counsel representing Fernandez sought time to file rejoinder in response to the ED’s affidavit.

It will be further heard on April 15.

In its reply, ED claimed Fernandez never revealed the truth regarding the financial transactions with Chandrasekhar and always concealed facts until confronted with evidence.

“She continues to hold back the truth even till date. It is also a fact that Fernandez wiped out the entire data from her mobile phone after the arrest of Chandrasekhar, thereby tampering with the evidence. She also asked her colleagues to destroy the evidence. Evidence proves beyond doubt that she had been enjoying, using and is in possession of proceeds of crime. Thus, it is proved that Fernandez was knowingly involved in the possession and use of proceeds of crime of accused Chandrasekhar,” it said.

The agency said initially in her statements, the actor tried to cover up her conduct by claiming that she had been the victim of Chandrasekhar, however, during investigation, she failed to provide any substantial material to establish victimisation by him.

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Cryptocurrency

Sensex falls over 1%, Nifty closes at 21,522; Reliance drags

Benchmark equity indices declined on Tuesday, a day after recording sharp gains, with the BSE Sensex falling over 1 per cent due to selling in Reliance Industries, ITC and Bajaj Finance.

The 30-share BSE Sensex fell by 801.67 points or 1.11 per cent to settle at 71,139.90. During the day, it plummeted 865.85 points or 1.20 per cent to 71,075.72.

The Nifty declined 215.50 points or 0.99 per cent to 21,522.10.

Among the Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance fell by 5.03 per cent after its December quarter earnings failed to cheer investors.

Titan, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finserv, Reliance Industries, ITC and NTPC were among the other major laggards.

Tata Motors, State Bank of India, Hindustan Unilever, Power Grid, Tech Mahindra and Tata Consultancy Services were the gainers.

In Asian markets, Tokyo settled in the positive territory while Seoul, Shanghai and Hong Kong ended lower.

European markets were trading with gains. The US markets ended higher on Monday.

Also read: Zee shareholders petition NCLT to push merger with Sony

The BSE benchmark jumped 1,240.90 points or 1.76 per cent to settle at 71,941.57 on Monday. The Nifty climbed 385 points or 1.80 per cent to 21,737.60.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude climbed 0.21 per cent to $82.57 a barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought equities worth ₹110.01 crore on Monday, according to exchange data.

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Health Fitness

Jednostavna navika tijekom svakog obroka iznimno je važna za zdravlje crijeva

ZDRAVA probava je vrlo važna jer pomaže u svemu – od borbe s patogenima do poboljšanja mentalnog zdravlja. Ali, kako poraditi na zdravlju probavnog sustava? Dijetetičarka Megan Rossi, koju nazivaju kraljicom zdravih crijeva, za HuffPost kaže da je važno unijeti 30 različitih namirnica biljnog podrijetla tijekom tjedna.

“Te namirnice bi trebale dolaziti iz izvora kao što su cjelovite žitarice, orašasti plodovi, sjemenke, povrće, voće, mahunarke, bilje i začini”, pojasnila je. Istaknula je da je to hrana koja potiče raznolikost bakterija i korisnih kemikalija koje proizvode u našim crijevima.

No, još važniji savjet je: više žvačite hranu.

“Hranu počinjemo fizički razgrađivati u ustima, a u slini su enzimi koji je počinju kemijski razgrađivati. Istraživanja pokazuju da što više žvačemo, više hranjivih tvari dobivamo iz hrane, što je dobro za naša crijeva”, tvrdi Rossi.

Pozvala se na studiju koja je usporedila ljude koji su žvakali bademe deset i 40 puta. Kako kaže, više koristi imali su oni koji su svaki zalogaj žvakali 40 puta.

“Nije uvijek lako dugo žvakati hranu, ali isplati se. Svojim klijentima savjetujem da se usredotoče na prva dva zalogaja. Tako se stvara navika i počinjete sve više žvakati s obzirom na svaki obrok koji jedete”, poručila je.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Solo Female Travel: From Portugal to Norway, 5 Best Destinations in the World for Solo Female Travellers

Hey, solo adventurers! Imagining or dreaming of those fun-filled adventures can be exciting and thrilling. Especially going on a solo trip is like stepping into a world of endless possibilities, and for the fearless female travellers, the excitement is double. Whether you are a thrill-seeking adventurer or a laid-back dreamer, every solo female traveller needs a destination that can not only give her a warm welcome but can also stir her soul, make her heart dance, and, most importantly, ensure her safety is never compromised. Choosing the perfect place to escape to is like picking the perfect book to read. You need a bit of curiosity and a bit of courage. So, if you’re a rookie waiting to spread her travel wings or a seasoned nomad looking for new horizons, you’ve come to the right place to discover some of the best destinations from around the world for solo female travellers. It’s time to channel your inner Elizabeth Gilbert from Eat, Pray, Love and turn that wanderlust into reality! Indian Women Prefer Travel Solo and Exploring More Destinations Abroad Becomes New Trend.

1. Japan

Japan (Photo Credits: Pexels)

Japan is a must-visit destination for solo female travellers. The country is a perfect blend of centuries-old traditions and super-advanced technology. Japan is rich in culture and equally strict with safety measures. The cities of Tokyo and Kyoto are constantly buzzing with excitement but are very safe for women, making these cities a dream paradise for solo female travellers. The public transport is as reliable as your favourite cosy sweater, and the crime rate is very low overall. Imagine sipping matcha tea in Kyoto while gazing at the ancient temples. Tokyo, on the other hand, is the livelier city. It has a number of modern wonders waiting to be explored. The locals? They are known to be friendly and helpful, ensuring you enjoy a comfortable and fun vacation in the Land of the Rising Sun.

2. Norway

Norway (Photo Credits: Pexels)

Norway is a fantastic destination for solo female travellers. Norway has breathtaking landscapes and scenery. Cities like Oslo and Bergen are not just safe but also quaint and super charming. Getting around in Norway is a piece of cake because of the great public transport and extremely low crime rates. You can learn more about the country’s culture by exploring museums like the Viking Ship Museum, or you can take a stroll down the historic old town of Gamlebyen. Over in Bergen, the place is like a snug, laid-back safe haven with fjords and mountains surrounding it. You can enjoy some local Norwegian cuisine, participate in the local festivals, or go chasing the northern lights in Tromso. The warm-hearted locals and the stunning scenery will ensure you have a super-fun adventure in Norway.

3. Portugal

Portugal (Photo Credits: Pexels)

Portugal is an often-overlooked destination in Europe. It is a gem of a place in terms of both cultural experiences and safety, making Portugal another must-visit destination for solo female travellers. Cities like Porto and Lisbon are not just exceptionally beautiful and colourful; they have a super chilled, laid-back, and friendly vibe too. The local transport is reliable, and crime rates are generally low in these areas. When in Lisbon, you can explore historic places like Alfama and try some of the mouth-watering pastries. The pastéis de nata is a very popular pastry, and it is a must-try. Porto, on the other hand, has the perfect riverside setting. There are many delicious, heartwarming soups, tarts, traditional Portuguese food, and seafood dishes to try while you are enjoying the lively and vibrant streets of Portugal.

4. Switzerland

Switzerland (Photo Credits: Pexels)

Switzerland has picture postcard surroundings everywhere. It is like a fairytale place, especially for female solo travellers. For years now, the country has been rocking its reputation of being a super safe country for women with extremely low crime rates. Every city is well-connected, and the public transport system is stellar. You can take a train or drive to Zurich for Swiss vibes by strolling through the city’s cute old town. Treat your taste buds to some delicious and gooey Swiss fondue and some out-of-this-world chocolate because why not? You can get cosy by the lake in Geneva, soak up the stunning scenery, and enjoy the cool, crisp air. And the Alps? They’re not just mountains. They’re the background to your next Instagram profile picture. Switzerland awaits your solo adventure.

5. Bhutan

Bhutan (Photo Credits: Pexels)

Bhutan is another hidden gem for solo female travellers. The country might be small in size, but it holds the title of being the happiest country in the world, and it is also one of the safest countries. Bhutan has a rich culture and traditions. Cities like Thimphu and Paro are not just breathtakingly beautiful; they have very warm and friendly locals and a very secure vibe. The community is very tight-knit, and hence, the crime rates are low, too. As the country is small, it is possible to explore the entire country within ten days. You can visit monasteries like the Paro Taktsang Monastery and take part in the many festivals and traditional dances. The local cuisine includes a lot of spices, chillies, and cheese. Wherever you go in Bhutan, you will experience a sense of peace and tranquillity.

So, whether you plan to chase the northern lights in Norway, sip on tea in Japan, dance your way through Portugal, hike the mountains of Switzerland, or delve into the culture of Bhutan, the world is your oyster! Pack your bags and let your solo journey be the blockbuster you always imagined it to be!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 30, 2024 02:51 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Slonić zaglavio u blatu, krdo slonova mu priskočilo u pomoć i spasili ga

MALENI slonić našao se zaglavljen na pojilištu i nije mogao izaći iz vode sve dok mu obitelj nije priskočila u pomoć i spasila ga.

Jolandi De Klerk svjedočila je tom trenutku dok je bila na medenom mjesecu sa svojim mužem. “Bila je to naša prva vožnja u Nacionalnom parku Addo Elephant; ušli smo kroz Mathyolweni vrata, na jugu. Krenuli smo ravno prema glavnom kampu kada smo naišli na naše prvo veliko krdo slonova. Slonovi, veliki i mali, pili su vodu iz veće lokve. Veći slonovi već su popili vodu, a sada su mlađi došli na red”, ispričala je Jolandi. 

Tada su uočili malog slonića kako pokušava doći do vode. No, budući da je bio tako malen, morao je doći točno do ruba kako bi se napio vode. Stajao je na vrlo skliskom dijelu pojila. 

Jedan slon je malenom pokazao put iz vode

“I u tren oka, slonić je pao u mutnu vodu i nestao! Odmah je zavladala panika u cijelom krdu; slonovi koji su bili najbliži vodi pojurili su i rastegnuli svoje surle očajnički pokušavajući izvući malog van. Gotovo cijelo krdo je pokušavalo, ali beba je bila jednostavno premalena i slaba da bi se uhvatila za bilo koju od njihovih ispruženih surla”, nastavila je Jolandi. 

Kako tvrdi, slonić je bio iscrpljen i prekriven blatom. No, tada je jedan slon odlučio otići u vodu za njim. 

“Kada je veći slon ušao u vodu, drugi ga je pratio, a dva veća slona su polako vodila sada umornu bebu do manje strmog nasipa. Kad je beba izašla iz pojila, cijelo je krdo osjetilo olakšanje, a i mi. Sada je slonić ponovo ujedinjen sa svojom obitelji”, zaključila je Jolandi. 

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Shopping Product Reviews

TikTok je opsjednut s ovim bluzama iz H&M-a

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

AKO ste redovito na TikToku, vjerojatno ste primijetili da gotovo svaka djevojka prolazi kroz svoju fazu Ganni stila. Bilo da nosi trendi top s puf rukavima u leopard uzorku, oblači se u njihove prepoznatljive napuhane kapute ili dodaje dozu stila s njihovim torbama i gumicama za kosu.

Svaki komad skandinavskog brenda Ganni izgleda fantastično, ipak moramo priznati da njihovi komadi nisu baš pristupačni, s bluzama koje kreću od 158 eura. Srećom, za one koji žele postići sličan izgled s ograničenim budžetom, H&M ima preslatke bluze koje podsjećaju na popularne Gannijeve, ali po pristupačnoj cijeni.

TikTok je opsjednut ovim bluzama iz H&M, koje su gotovo rasprodane. Idealne su za kombiniranje s omiljenim trapericama i tenisicama, stvarajući chic dnevni ili noćni look bez puno truda. 

Posebno se ističu bluze s mašnama

Dizajn s puf rukavima daje bluzi izuzetno skup izgled zbog sjajne strukture koju pruža, dok široki donji dio s peplumom pruža laskavu siluetu stežući struk. S obzirom na snažan trend inspiriran baletom, posebno se ističu bluze s mašnama.

TikTokeri također aktivno dijele svoje pristupačne alternative Gannijevim komadima, a mnogi objavljuju svoje elegantne H&M pronalaske. Primjerice, TikTokerica @syd_anastasia_, koja je prikupila preko 106.000 lajkova i 477 komentara na svom videu, ističe da “novi H&M daje Ganni vibru”.

Izdvojili smo nekoliko omiljenih komada koji su još uvijek dostupni za kupovinu. 

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Arts Entertainments

Thailand may deport visiting dissident rock band that criticized war in Ukraine back to Russia

BANGKOK: A visiting dissident rock band that has been critical of Moscow’s war in Ukraine and whose members were arrested last week in Thailand might face deportation to Russia, according to human rights advocates and fans on Monday.

Five of the seven musicians playing with the progressive rock band, Bi-2, traveled using Russian passports, Police Lt. Pakpoom Rojanawipak told The Associated Press. At least four of the members are reportedly Israeli nationals, including the two founders, Aleksandr “Shura” Uman and Yegor “Lyova” Bortnik. The second is also an Australian citizen.

Russia has a reputation for cracking down on members of the cultural community critical of the war, even those working abroad. The Kremlin had previously singled out Uman and Bortnik for not supporting its military operation in Ukraine.

The band members were arrested on Thursday on the southern resort island of Phuket after playing a concert, allegedly for not having the proper working papers.

On their official Facebook page, they said all their “concerts are held in accordance with local laws and practices.”

After paying fines of 3,000 baht (about $85) each, they were kept in the custody of immigration police, who sent them to the Immigration Detention Center in the capital, Bangkok, according to Sunai Phasuk of Human Rights Watch and reports in the Israeli press.

Self-exiled Russian opposition politician and a friend of Bi-2, Dmitry Gudkov, told the Russian-language service of Australia’s SBS radio that he believed Moscow was exerting pressure on Thailand to have the band members deported to Russia.

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Cryptocurrency

Sundaram’s Multi-Asset Allocation Fund garners ₹1,890 crore

Sundaram Mutual Fund said that its latest new fund offer of the Multi-Asset Allocation Fund has garnered ₹1,890 crore, with participation from over 83,000 investors.

“This milestone marks a significant achievement for the brand, making this its 2nd largest NFO,” the company said in a statement. The NFO was open from January 5 to January 19.

It reopens for subscription on February 1.

  • Also read: Radhakrishnan to take over as Sundaram Mutual CEO

Sunil Subramaniam, MD, Sundaram Mutual, said: “The fund’s introduction in the market has been met with widespread enthusiasm, attracting a diverse group of investors seeking a comprehensive and dynamic investment strategy to navigate today’s financial landscape. In this offering, we strategically blend equity, fixed income, and gold ETFs – where equity sparks capital appreciation, fixed income adds consistency, and gold acts as a resilient Shock Absorber during adverse events.”

The fund will be managed by S. Bharath – Senior Fund Manager (Equity) & Head – Research, Rohit Seksaria – Fund Manager (Equity), Dwijendra Srivastava – CIO (Fixed Income) and Sandeep Agarwal – Head (Fixed Income) and Retail Business, and Arjun Nagarajan – Commodities Fund Manager, Chief Economist & Communications Manager – Investments.

NIFTY 500 TRI (65 per cent) + NIFTY Short Duration Debt Index (10 per cent) + Domestic Prices of Gold (25 per cent) will be the benchmarks for the fund.

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Health Fitness

Nutricionistica s Harvarda dijeli četiri prehrambene navike za dobro zdravlje mozga

SVE VIŠE ljudi počinje shvaćati koliko je prehrana važna za imunitet, ali i za mentalno zdravlje. Nutricionistička psihijatrica, Uma Naidoo, tvrdi da mnogi ljudi nisu svjesni koliko hrana koju jedemo utječe na naše mentalno blagostanje.

“Hrana koju jedemo dok se probavlja, stupa u interakciju s trilijunima mikroba u crijevnom mikrobiomu i razgrađuje se na različite tvari koje zatim s vremenom utječu na naše mentalno zdravlje i blagostanje”, objasnila je Naidoo za CNBC.

Navela je četiri jednostavne promjene koje možemo napraviti u svojoj prehrani za bolje zdravlje mozga.

1. Povećan unos vlakana

“Prvo trebate povećati unos vlakana u vašoj prehrani”, kaže Naidoo. Ističe da je najbolji način za unos vlakana u prehranu dobivanje istih iz hrane biljnog podrijetla.

Ovo su izvori hrane s visokim udjelom vlakana: šareno povrće poput zelenog lisnatog povrća, grah i druge mahunarke, sjemenke lana te zdrave cjelovite žitarice.

2. Više polifenola

Naidoo preporučuje konzumiranje šarene hrane koja je bogata polifenolima. Neki od izbora su: mrkva, borovnice, jagode, orašasti plodovi i crne masline.

“Sve su ove namirnice važne jer imaju protuupalna i antioksidativna svojstva”, istaknula je.

3. Hrana bogata probioticima

Probiotici doprinose zdravim crijevima, a zdrava crijeva su odlična za dobro zdravlje mozga. Više ovih zdravih bakterija možemo dobiti iz fermentirane hrane poput jogurta, kefira i kombuche.

4. Korištenje više bilja i začina

Jedan od najjednostavnijih načina za poboljšanje zdravlja crijeva, koji također može promovirati dobro zdravlje mozga, jest dodavanje više začina i bilja prehrani, kaže Naidoo. “To je nešto što ljudi često zanemaruju”, navela je. Za kraj je preporučila nekoliko začina, uključujući kurkumu, origano, peršin, đumbir i češnjak.

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Lifestyle Fashion

From Priyanka Chopra to Deepika Padukone, 5 Actresses Who Love Nailing Their Messy Bun Looks!

Messy buns have become a go-to hairstyle for many women, including Bollywood actresses. They look chic and will go with almost every attire. From stunning sarees to simple Anarkalis, trust messy bun to add an extra dash of glam to your every look. While some may say they are a bit tricky to get it right, we think it’s a pretty simple affair. With so many YouTube tutorials out there, mastering the art of tying a messy bun should now be an easy task. To further help you get an idea, here are five recent actresses who have nailed their messy bun look. Searching for Some Winter Hairdos? Here Are 5 Easy Hairstyles to Flaunt This Season.

1. Janhvi Kapoor

Janhvi Kapoor is known for her effortless and chic style, and her messy buns are no exception. Whether she’s wearing a traditional saree or a casual outfit, Alia’s messy bun adds a touch of elegance to her look.

Janhvi Kapoor (Photo Credits: Instagram)

2. Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone is a trendsetter when it comes to fashion and her messy buns are no different. Her messy buns are often paired with statement earrings, making for a perfect combination of style and comfort.

Deepika Padukone (Photo Credits: Instagram)

3. Kareena Kapoor Khan

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s messy buns are simple yet stylish. She often opts for a low messy bun, which complements her classic style.

Kareena Kapoor Khan (Photo Credits: Instagram)

4. Kriti Sanon

Kriti Sanon’s messy buns are perfect for the girl on the go. Her effortless style is reflected in her messy buns, which are often paired with minimal makeup. Fashion Faceoff: Kriti Sanon or Shraddha Kapoor – Who Nailed this Tarun Tahiliani Design Better?

Kriti Sanon (Photo Credits: Instagram)

5. Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra’s messy buns are a perfect example of how to make a statement with a simple hairstyle. Her messy buns are often paired with bold lips, making for a glamorous look.

Priyanka Chopra (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Overall, messy buns are a versatile hairstyle that can be dressed up or down, and these Bollywood actresses have shown us just how to do it right.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 29, 2024 09:04 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Tri pasmine pasa koje obožavaju zimu

ZA NEKE pasmine pasa zima je vrijeme kada posebno uživaju. Ako ste ljubitelj zime i tražite psa koji će vam se pridružiti u zimskim avanturama, razmislite o sljedećim pasminama, koje su poznate po tome da obožavaju zimu.

Sibirski haski

Sibirski haski su pasmina koja potječe iz hladnih sibirskih područja pa nije iznenađujuće što su pravi ljubitelji zime. Imaju dvostruko krzno koje ih štiti od hladnoće, a njihova izdržljivost i energija čine ih idealnim partnerima za planinarenje na snijegu ili vuču sanjki.

Aljaski malamut

Aljaski malamuti su veliki i snažni psi koji su također uzgajani za rad u ekstremno hladnim uvjetima. Njihovo debelo krzno i izdržljivost čine ih savršenim izborom za zimske aktivnosti kao što su vožnja sanjkama ili planinarenje.

Bernski planinski pas

Bernski planinski psi su veliki, krupni psi s debelim krznom koje ih dobro štiti od hladnoće. Vesele su prirode i vole se igrati na snijegu. Osim toga, odlični su partneri za obitelji koje žele provoditi vrijeme na otvorenom tijekom zime.

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Ralph Lauren lansirao lunarni novogodišnji sat s poznatim medvjedićem

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

POZNATA američka marka Ralph Lauren obilježava lunarnu novu godinu novim satom Polo Bear. “Ovaj sat spaja slavnu tradiciju švicarskog urara s omiljenom ikonom iz svijeta Ralpha Laurena”, ističe marka. 

Sat dolazi s upečatljivim kućištem od srebrnog nehrđajućeg čelika promjera 38 mm i crnim remenom od svile i kožnim detaljima. No glavna posebnost sata je poznata figura Polo Beara koja se nalazi na brojčaniku. 

Ovaj simpatičan i dotjeran medvjed na novom izdanju sata dolazi u smoking jakni od crvenog baršuna s crnim ovratnikom, bijelom košuljom s leptir mašnom, crnim smoking hlačama i baršunastim papučama. Na prsima sakoa nalazi se izvezeni zlatni zmaj. 

Sat ima samonavijajući švicarski mehanizam kalibra RL2000 Ralpha Laurena i okomite pruge Côtes de Genève. Cijena sata je 1800 eura, dostupno je samo 50 komada, a više o njemu možete vidjeti ovdje. 

Priča o Polo Bearu seže u 1902. 

Priča o Ralph Laurenovom Polo Bearu počinje još 1902. godine, kada je Theodore Roosevelt otišao na lov medvjeda u Mississippiju. Kada je Roosevelt odbio ustrijeliti medvjeda zavezanog za drvo, The Washington Post je objavio crtanu verziju događaja, inspirirajući prodavače da imenuju plišane medvjediće po njemu. 

Richard Steiff, jedan od najpoznatijih svjetskih proizvođača igračaka je bio među njima. Pitate se kakve to veze ima s Ralph Laurenom? Jerry Lauren, brat Ralpha Laurena, bio je strastveni kolekcionar Steiffovih medvjedića. 1990. godine Jerryjevi kolege su obukli Steiffovog medvjedića po njegovom ukusu – plava oxford košulja, tartan kravata, vesta – i poklonili ga njemu za rođendan. U isto vrijeme, vestern verzija medvjedića darovana je Ralphu. 

Ono što bi se svidjelo Ralphu u stvarnom životu posljedično bi ušlo u njegovu liniju odjeće. Tako je 1991. godine Polo Bear debitirao u dvije varijacije. Prva je bila pravi medvjedić – Preppy Bear – izrađena u suradnji sa Steiffom. Ograničeno izdanje od 200 komada rasprodalo se u jednom vikendu. Druga pak verzija se pojavila kao grafika na pojedinim odjevnim komadima. 

Iduće godine Polo Bear s američkom zastavom bio je ručno našiven na Polo Ralph Lauren vestu i kroz idućih nekoliko godina Polo Bear se pojavio na nekoliko nacionalnih oglasnih kampanja marke. Kasnije je došlo i do linije Polo Bear satova, koja je kreirana kako bi se proslavila 50-godišnjica marke. 

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Sports

WPL 2024 All Squads: Full Players List of All Women’s Premier League Teams After Auction

The much-awaited Women’s Premier League 2024 (WPL) auction took place on December 9 and it turned out to produce quite a few surprises. The event, held in Mumbai, saw all five teams involved in some heated bidding wars to acquire the players that they had their eyes on. It is safe to say that all five franchises are looking pretty strong after the auction as the action will slowly shift to the cricket field come the second season of WPL. The biggest signings of the day were Australia’s Annabel Sutherland and young uncapped Indian Kashvee Gautam, both of whom were signed for Rs 2 crore each by Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants respectively. Kashvee Gautam Quick Facts: Here’s All You Need to Know About Gujarat Giants’ Rs 2 Crore Signing in WPL 2024 Auction.

While Sutherlands’ going for big money was somewhat on expected terms, given her terrific performance in the WBBL, young Gautam fetching that big a sum was the highlight of the day, with Gujarat Giants banking on the 20-year-old to come good and shine for the team in WPL 2024. Young Vrinda Dinesh, also an uncapped player fetched big money when UP Warriorz acquired her for a sum of Rs 1.3 crore.  Vrinda Dinesh Quick Facts: Here’s All You Need to Know About UP Warriorz’ Rs 1.3 Crore Signing in WPL 2024 Auction.

Let us take a look at the full squads of all five franchises after the WPL 2024 Auction:

Mumbai Indians: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Natalie Sciver-Brunt, Isabelle Wong, Yastika Bhatia, Shabnim Ismail, Saika Ishaque, Amandeep Kaur, Sajeevan Sajana, Fatima Jaffer, Hayley Matthews, Keerthana Balakrishnan, Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Chloe Tryon, Humairaa Kaazi, Isabelle Wong, Jintimani Kalita, Pooja Vastrakar, Priyanka Bala

Royal Challengers Bangalore: Smriti Mandhana (c), Renuka Singh, Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Ellyse Perry, Sophie Molineux, Heather Knight, Kate Cross, Asha Shobana, Georgia Wareham, Sabbhineni Meghana, Disha Kasat, Indrani Roy, Kanika Ahuja, Sophie Devine, Ekta Bisht, Shubha Satheesh, Simran Bahadur

Gujarat Giants: Beth Mooney, Phoebe Litchfield, Sneh Rana, Ashleigh Gardner, Kathryn Bryce, Lauren Cheatle, Laura Wolvaardt, Veda Krishnamurthy, Harleen Deol, Dayalan Hemalatha, Shabnam Shakil, Tanuja Kanwer, Meghna Singh, Trisha Poojitha, Kashvee Gautam, Priya Mishra, Mannat Kashyap

Delhi Capitals: Meg Lanning (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Alice Capsey, Arundhati Reddy, Jess Jonassen, Radha Yadav, Laura Harris, Annabel Sutherland, Aparna Mondal, Ashwani Kumari, Minnu Mani, Taniyaa Bhatia, Poonam Yadav, Shikha Pandey, Sneha Deepthi, Titas Sadhu

UP Warriorz: Alyssa Healy (c), Tahlia Mcgrath, Deepti Sharma, Vrinda Dinesh, Kiran Navgire, Anjali Sarvani, Danielle Wyatt, Parshavi Chopra, Saima Thakor, Grace Harris, Shweta Sehrawat Lauren Bell, Laxmi Yadav, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, S. Yashasri, Sophie Ecclestone, Poonam Khemnar, Gouher Sultana, Chamari Athapaththu

However, it was a bit surprising to see the likes of Amy Jones, Amanda-Jade Wellington and Kim Garth among others go unsold. England’s Tammy Beaumont and Australia’s Alana King were also among the ones who did not find any bidders at the player auction event.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 09, 2023 07:47 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Technology

Rights issue caps Byju’s wild ride from top startup to throwaway valuation

Online tutor Byju’s has agreed to a post-money valuation of $225 million as it approaches existing investors for $200 million to stay afloat, two people aware of the matter said, a stunning decline from the $22 billion it commanded as the country’s most valued startup just two years ago.

Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd, the parent of Byju’s, said it is looking to raise the amount in a rights issue, which is open only to existing investors. Investors have 30 days to decide if they want to participate. The steep discount means those who do not participate will face massive erosion of their shareholding, the people cited above said, given that shares are being offered at 0.1% of its peak valuation in its last funding round.

“The funds raised will be exclusively utilized to clear immediate liabilities and meet operational requirements, while maintaining the current rights of our shareholders,” founder Byju Raveendran said in a media statement.

The move helps the company raise money immediately at a nominal value, not considering the fair value calculated based on its subsidiaries, associate companies and other assets. This means that it has not taken into account the valuation of any of its acquisitions including Aakash Education Services, Great Learning and Epic. It also doesn’t take into account its largest liability – a $1.2 billion overseas loan.

Byju’s, which achieved peak valuation in late 2021 following the pandemic-fuelled boom in remote learning, has since seen a plunge in fortunes, as the economy opened up and students returned to schools. The rights issue at the steep discount comes as a desperate move to raise capital while it faces mounting liabilities from vendors and employees.

An early fundraise will help the company tide over immediate capital requirements and mounting liabilities from vendors and former employees. Byju’s has around $100-125 million of outstanding liabilities, one of the two people cited above said, adding, “The company will use the remaining to pump into the company for growth purpose.”

“One of the reasons we are considering a rights issue is that it allows every shareholder an equal opportunity to participate and maintain their respective shareholding in the company. We are aware that there has been media speculation on the current valuation of the company. … It is an equal opportunity to all shareholders to participate and maintain shareholding without the need to ascribe valuations. We shall take a decision in the larger interest of the company,” Raveendran said in a letter to his shareholders. Raveendran will have to bring in around $43 million to maintain his 24% shareholding.

“The board believes it is imperative that the company raises capital in order to create a glidepath to deliver strong shareholder value. This capital raise is essential to prevent any further value impairment and to equip the company with necessary resources to deliver on its mission.”

“They are doing a rights issue at “next to nothing” to ensure maximum participation,” said a second person familiar with the matter. “This will allow early stage, mid-stage and late-stage investors equal access. Those who do not participate stand to get disproportionately diluted,” he added. The company will attempt to raise external funding if the rights issue fails, the person added.

The founders of the company said in their shareholder letter that they have personally pumped in $1.1 billion in the last 18 months. “As the largest shareholders, the founders of Byju’s have already demonstrated their commitment to the company by personally investing more than $1.1 billion in the last 18 months,” the letter said.

Byju’s media statement said it is now less than a quarter away from achieving operational profitability, reflecting the effectiveness of the recent strategic initiatives undertaken by the company and the resilience of its business model.

“If investors do not invest, they get diluted. Each shareholder has to decide for themselves,” an investor said, asking to remain anonymous.

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Arts Entertainments

‘Every frame of ‘Aadujeevitham’ is an emotional rollercoaster,’ says Resul Pookutty

The film is an adaptation of a 2008 Malayalam novel of the same name authored by Benyamin. It follows the true story of the life of a young man, Najeeb, who, in the early 90s, migrates from the lush green shores of Kerala in search of fortunes in a land abroad.

The film also features Hollywood actor Jimmy Jean-Louis, K.R.Gokul, and renowned Arab actors Talib al Balushi and RikAby in pivotal roles. The Goat Life boasts music direction and sound design by Academy Award winner A.R. Rahman. The film features Sunil KS as the cinematographer and Sreekar Prasad as the editor.

It is to be noted that actors Prabhas and Ranveer Singh released the first two posters of the film, while Dulquer Salmaan will release the third poster on Tuesday. 

(This story originally appeared on Cinema Express)

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Cryptocurrency

Sensex, Nifty jump nearly 2% powered by rally in Reliance Industries, firm Asian markets

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded sharply on Monday, surging nearly 2 per cent, on heavy buying in Reliance Industries and a rally in Asian markets.

The BSE Sensex jumped 1,240.90 points or 1.76 per cent to settle at 71,941.57. During the day, it soared 1,309.55 points or 1.85 per cent to 72,010.22.

The Nifty climbed 385 points or 1.80 per cent to 21,737.60.

Among the Sensex firms, Reliance Industries jumped nearly 7 per cent, contributing the most to the rally in markets.

Tata Motors, Power Grid, Larsen and Toubro, Kotak Mahindra Bank, NTPC, Titan and UltraTech Cement were the other major gainers.

ITC, Infosys, JSW Steel, Tech Mahindra and Tata Consultancy Services were the laggards.

In Asian markets, Seoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong settled in the positive territory while Shanghai ended lower.

European markets were trading mostly lower. The US markets had ended on a mixed note on Friday.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude declined 0.18 per cent to $83.40 a barrel.

Markets were closed on Friday on account of Republic Day.

On Thursday, the BSE benchmark declined 359.64 points or 0.51 per cent to settle at 70,700.67 points while the Nifty fell 101.35 points or 0.47 per cent to 21,352.60 points.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹2,144.06 crore on Thursday, according to exchange data.

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Health Fitness

Dijetetičarka tvrdi da konzumiranje ovog soka može ubrzati mršavljenje

ĐUMBIR je namirnica porijeklom iz Indije, ali danas se uzgaja diljem svijeta. Međutim, ovaj aromatični začin ne poboljšava samo okus hrane već nudi i niz prednosti. Čašica soka od đumbira svako jutro na prazan želudac olakšava probavu i podržava naše ciljeve mršavljenja. Dijetetičarka Neeti Sharma navela je još nekoliko prednosti.

1. Zdrava probava: Konzumacija soka od đumbira na prazan želudac može potaknuti proizvodnju probavnih enzima, što pomaže boljoj probavi tijekom dana. Pomaže u ublažavanju probavnih smetnji, nadutosti i drugih probavnih tegoba.

2. Podrška imunološkom sustavu: Prepun antioksidansa i protuupalnih spojeva, sok od đumbira može igrati ključnu ulogu u jačanju imunološkog sustava. Čaša soka od đumbira može tijelu pružiti snažnu obranu od infekcija i bolesti.

3. Regulacija tjelesne težine: Poznato je da đumbir pospješuje metabolizam i ubrzava procese sagorijevanja masti. Osim toga, pomaže u kontroli apetita, sprječava prejedanje i potiče osjećaj sitosti. 

4. Ublažavanje jutarnjih mučnina: Trudnice koje pate od jutarnjih mučnina mogu pronaći olakšanje u soku od đumbira, navela je Sharma za Hindustan Times. Njegova svojstva protiv mučnine mogu pomoći u ublažavanju simptoma jutarnjih mučnina.

5. Regulacija šećera u krvi: Dijetetičarka tvrdi da neka istraživanja pokazuju da đumbir može pridonijeti boljoj kontroli šećera u krvi. Redovita konzumacija soka od đumbira na prazan želudac može pomoći u kontroli razine šećera u krvi.

Pripazite na moguće nuspojave

Dijetetičarka ipak upozorava na pretjeranu konzumaciju đumbira, napominjući da kod pojedinih osoba može dovesti do nuspojava koje navodimo u nastavku.

Probavne smetnje: Đumbir može iritirati probavni trakt, što može dovesti do žgaravice, proljeva ili želučanih smetnji.

Nizak krvni tlak i nizak šećer u krvi: Đumbir može sniziti krvni tlak i šećer u krvi, što može biti problem za ljude koji već imaju niski krvni tlak ili hipoglikemiju.

Problemi s zgrušavanjem krvi: Đumbir može usporiti zgrušavanje krvi, što može povećati rizik od krvarenja, posebno kod osoba koje uzimaju antikoagulanse.

Alergijske reakcije: Iako rijetko, neki ljudi mogu razviti alergijske reakcije na đumbir.

Interakcije s lijekovima: Đumbir može interagirati s određenim lijekovima, uključujući one za dijabetes i visoki krvni tlak.

Gastroezofagealni refluks (GERD): Đumbir može pogoršati simptome kod osoba s GERD-om.

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Cold Weather Caution: When Is It Too Cold To Venture Out? Tips for Navigating the Chill

Knowing when it is too cold to venture out during cold weather is crucial for your safety. Extreme weather conditions like snow, icy surfaces, and dropping temperatures can be risky. You need to understand when it is okay to venture out and when you should stay indoors. It is important, especially when you are going about doing your daily activities like going outside, taking your dog for a walk, going to school, or needing to drive your car. Winter Essentials: Five Must-Have Heated Items For Your Home to Get You Through the Cold.

Here are some practical tips that you can follow:

When is it too cold to go outside?

During the winter, it could be tempting to take a walk and enjoy the cool, crisp breeze or the snow. However, if you’re not careful, the cold weather could take a toll on your health. According to the Medicinenet website, if the temperature is 30 degrees or above, it is safe to be outside. If the temperature is between 13 and 29 degrees, take indoor breaks every 30 minutes. If the temperature is 13 degrees or goes below it, move your activities indoors or ensure you are completely covered up and wearing layers to avoid frostbite.

When is it too cold for schools to open?

When it comes to decisions about closing a school due to cold weather, it generally depends on the location and how low the temperatures have fallen. Schools may remain closed if the weather is extremely cold, and it could be a risk to students’ safety. If there are chances of students getting frostbite or transport safety becomes an issue, then the weather can be considered too cold for schools to open.

When is too cold to walk dog?

This is a valid concern since you want to keep your furry friends safe and warm during the winter. While some dogs, like the Siberian Husky, Samoyed, and Newfoundland’s, are equipped to handle cold temperatures, other breeds are not so much. Bettervet.com suggests that smaller dogs and dogs with less fur should be bundled up inside if the temperature falls to 10 degrees or lower.

When is it too cold to work a horse?

Most horses can handle cold weather. Normally, cold air is not an issue for a healthy horse during rest, walking, or even light trotting. But, if it exerts itself, inhaling quickly may make it harder to warm the cold air. Hence, if the temperature drops below five degrees Celsius, it is best not to ride the horse or take it for a walk.

When is it too cold to drive your car?

Being able to drive your car during the winter is less about temperature and more about safety. If the roads are covered with heavy snow, it can be dangerous to drive. Extremely cold weather can also affect performance. If it fails to start or there are other issues with the vehicle, it is because it is too cold. Winter Wonder Herbs: 5 Herbs To Keep You Warm and Healthy This Winter.

In chilly weather, safety should be a priority. Follow these tips to stay safe and warm during the winter!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 29, 2024 03:12 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Igrači San Francisca uoči konferencijskog bili na terapiji sa štencima

IGRAČI San Francisca uoči konferencijskog finala kojim su osigurali odlazak na Super Bowl, smirivali su živce nježnom ljubavi krznenih prijatelja prije utakmice protiv Detroita u nedjelju, objavio je klub.

Samo četiri godine nakon što su se Kansas City Chiefs i San Francisco 49ers susreli u velikoj utakmici, dva suparnika vraćaju se na revanš u Super Bowlu 11. veljače u Las Vegasu.

Igrače San Francisca u petak su posjetili psići zahvaljujući društvu Humane Society Silicon Valley.

Klub je na TikToku objavio video s igračima koji grle pse.

“Zadržat ću se ovdje neko vrijeme”, rekao je na videu igrač George Kittle.

Budući da terapija životinjama ima pozitivan učinak na sportaše, 49ersi su 2018. udomili dva francuska buldoga po imenu Rookie i Zoe, postavši prvi NFL tim koji koristi životinje za emocionalnu podršku.

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Apple kaže da će iOS 18 biti najveće ažuriranje iOS-a u povijesti iPhonea

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

NOVI iOS 18 trebao bi biti najavljen na WWDC-u ovoga lipnja, a čini se da će se raditi o velikom ažuriranju s mnoštvom novih značajki umjetne inteligencije. Naime, u novom izvješću i odjeljku s pitanjima i odgovorima samo za pretplatnike Bloombergov Mark Gurman piše da Apple vidi iOS 18 kao “jedno od najvećih ažuriranja iOS-a u povijesti tvrtke”.

“Rečeno mi je da se novi operativni sustav unutar tvrtke smatra jednim od najvećih ažuriranja iOS-a – ako ne i najvećim – u povijesti tvrtke. S tim na umu, Appleova konferencija programera u lipnju trebala bi biti prilično uzbudljiva”, napisao je. 

Što očekivati ​​od iOS-a 18?

Kako piše 9to5Mac, Bloomberg je još u studenom izvijestio da se Apple nada da bi iOS 18 mogao biti njegovo “najambicioznije” ažuriranje. U posljednjem izdanju svog biltena Mark Gurman kaže da to mišljenje ostaje nepromijenjeno. 

Uz glavne nove značajke umjetne inteligencije, Gurman kaže da “ima toga puno više” što dolazi na iPhone s iOS-om 18. “Appleov voditelj softverskog inženjeringa Craig Federighi rekao je zaposlenicima prošle godine da će iOS – kodnog imena Crystal – imati ambiciozne promjene na više fronti”, izvještava Gurman.

Gurman je ranije izvijestio da Apple planira brojne nove integracije umjetne inteligencije kroz iOS 18:

  • Obnovljena verzija Siri koja je inteligentnija i sposobna iskoristiti prednosti novog AI sustava koji uključuje tehnologiju modela velikog jezika.
  • Integracija umjetne inteligencije u aplikaciji Messages koja može “postaviti pitanja i automatski dovršiti rečenice”.
  • Nove AI značajke za Apple Music za stvaranje “automatski generiranih playlista za reprodukciju”.
  • Integracija generativne umjetne inteligencije u iWork aplikacije, uključujući Keynote i Pages.
  • Dodavanje generativnih AI značajki u Xcode kako bi se programerima omogućilo “brže pisanje novih aplikacija”.

Trenutačno nema dodatnih pojedinosti o novim značajkama u iOS-u 18. Vjerujemo da će se uskoro doznati više, ali prema ovome se čini da Apple pokušava držati korak s drugim markama poput Googlea i Samsunga, koje su objeručke prihvatile AI kada su u pitanju pametni telefoni. 

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Khelo India Youth Games 2023: Assam Tea-Seller’s Daughter Panchami Sonowal Hopes KIYG Medal Will Give Her Platform To Face-Off Against Mirabai Chanu

It was the end of another tiring day at a small tea stall that also serves lunch to the ones working around Jiadhol Chariali in Dhemaji. Suddenly, a phone call from Chennai fills proprietors Luhit Sonowal and his wife Budheswari Sonowal with a sense of pride but also leaves them a bit worried. Their youngest daughter Panchami Sonowal had clinched the silver-medal in women’s 49 kg weightlifting competition at the Khelo India Games 2023 but had to be stretchered off to the hospital after that.  Khelo India Youth Games 2023: Hailing From Gujarat’s ‘Mini Africa’, Judoka Shahin Darjada Ready for Bigger Challenges After KIYG Glory.

Panchami, who went into the competition as the youth national record holder in Snatch (70kg), had to settle for the second spot with a total lift of 167 kg and in the process also saw her record being broken by Maharashtra lifters Arati Tatgunti and Soumya Dalvi, who eventually took the gold and bronze medal with total hoists of 170 kg and 175 kg, respectively.

“I wanted to go for the national record in both categories, but eventually it wasn’t my day. I also couldn’t attend the medal ceremony, but glad to get another KIYG medal,” she reacted.

“It (the fall) was painful, and I could barely walk. The x-ray result confirmed that there was no fracture. There is still a bit of pain, but hopefully I should be fine in a couple of days,” she said.

Fresh from winning a gold at the Junior National Weightlifting Championships, a silver in the senior category, and another gold in inter-state competition last month, this was the 18-year-old Assamese lifter’s second medal in four appearances at the Khelo India Youth Games.

For Luhit and Budheswari, their youngest daughter’s achievements in the sport are now a routine affair, “My parents aren’t aware of my competitions. For them, if I win a medal, it’s an achievement, and even if I fail, they will keep supporting me. Quite understandably, they aren’t related to the sport. But they have always focussed on providing me with the best support and care. They were a bit worried as I was taken to the hospital but now they are fine,” she said.

Panchami is the youngest of three sisters, two of whom are married, and a brother Santosh (Sonowal), who earns his livelihood as an autorickshaw driver. Santosh has a nine-year-old son, whom Panchami aims to nurture as a sportsperson.

“Every time I’m home, my nephew takes a keen interest in my training. He is just 9 now, and I want him to be a sportsman and make sure he learns to be independent and achieve a lot,” she said.

Panchami was inspired to take up the sport by some friends, who would regularly spend their afternoons at the Batgharia Sports Club in Dhemaji. She soon cleared the trials for Sports Authority of India (SAI) Guwahati NCOE and made it to the junior camp in 2017. However, before she could complete her stint at the SAI centre, Covid-19 struck. By the end of the first phase of lockdown, Panchami decided against returning to Guwahati and continued her training back at the Batgharia Club.  Khelo India Youth Games 2023: Encouraged To Take Up Fencing by Mother, Manipur’s Zenith SH Starts Campaign With Silver Medal in Epee Individual Fencing Event.

Panchami is excited at the prospect of facing off against her idol and Olympic silver medallist Mirabai Chanu, who also competes in the same weight division. For Panchami, the first goal at the senior level remains a podium finish at the Commonwealth Games. “The first target is to win Gold at the Commonwealth Games, as I prefer to take one step at a time.”

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Arts Entertainments

Important for me to tell Griselda’s story as she’s a Colombian woman: Sofia Vergara

‘You look so different in this role. Can you talk about your physical transformation as Griselda Blanco?

It was hard, but super fun. I had never really done a job that was as complicated and different as this. It was a lot of work. We didn’t want me to look exactly like Blanco because we didn’t have the time to do eight hours of makeup every day. The most important thing was for me—Sofia—to disappear; Gloria Pritchett from Modern Family to disappear. I didn’t want people to think, ‘Oh that’s Gloria with a fake nose’. It took us a lot of tests, different wigs, noses, eye brows to get here. I was nervous because I sometimes watch movies and it distracts me to see that a wig is not quite right. I wanted her to look human with all those things on—plastic forehead, fake teeth, eyebrows and nose. I was trying to change as much as I could without looking like I was in a Halloween costume (laughs). I wore a bra that was minimising me, and holding my body so that it wouldn’t move like one of a Latin girl.

Griselda is an anti-hero. Do you have anything in common with her? I’m like her. I would totally kill for my son (laughs). I don’t think I would think twice. I like money, and working hard for it.

You have said that this miniseries is a passion project for you. Why did it take a decade to get made?

There were a million things happening in that decade. First of all, I had never heard of Blanco until very late in my life, even though I grew up in Colombia during the 70s, 80s and 90s, when the narco traffic unfortunately was a big part of our lives. I was doing a lot of things during that time. I was doing Modern Family for 11 years, but at the same time, I was finding out about Griselda. Back then, she was alive, and that was something that stopped me because I didn’t want to create a story about her where there was a happy ending. Then, I saw Narcos, and fell in love with it. I was like, ‘That’s the people that I need to do this show with because they know this world.’

What did you love the most about playing this formidable woman? There were a million things I loved about the character because for an actor to be able to get into the soul of someone so complex is fascinating. I liked that I didn’t understand many things about her. Like how do you get to that point where you’re hurting people? A lot I did understand. Like her, I too am Colombian, a woman, a mother, an immigrant. I have also always been someone who wanted their own money and job.

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Cryptocurrency

Companies opting for IFSC listing may face several bumps

Indian companies wanting to list on the international exchanges at GIFT IFSC may face a number of roadblocks.

The norms that were notified on Wednesday allow only the ‘permissible holder’ to invest, trade, or hold equity shares of Indian companies listed on international exchanges. The permissible holder is not a person resident in India.

“The regulations restrict resident Indians from owning stock that is listed on the IFSC exchange. This effectively may be interpreted to mean that this shareholding block is not capable of being transacted as ‘listed stock’,” said Vivek Gupta, Partner, KPMG India.

“Shares in the Indian company owned by resident investors will continue to remain unlisted, unlike in a typical overseas listing where resident shareholders can also own listed shares under FEMA regulations. This would impact the liquidity of such unlisted shares and resident shareholders will need to rely on an offer for sale to sell their shares to non-resident shareholders through the stock exchange,” added Vaibhav Gupta, Partner, Dhruva Advisors.

The impact

Companies with negative net worth are not allowed to list under this route. This could impact companies where a large part of the capital used to fund losses and operations has been raised in the form of convertibles such as convertible debentures which may not be counted towards net worth under the definition of company law.

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“A lot of companies that are expected to list on IFSC would be new age companies that may have raised money through convertible instruments, and not direct equity. This is treated as liability for net worth computation as per the prevalent accounting principles. So, only companies that have raised capital in the form of equity or are profitable may be allowed to list,” said Dhruva Advisors’ Gupta.

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It is not clear whether the companies planning to list under this scheme will be required to convert all their outstanding convertible instruments prior to listing, similar to the requirements under SEBI norms. “To the extent shares are continued to be held by residents, they would not be tradeable as such and so if all convertibles are required to be converted, it may impact capital structures of companies to that extent,” Gupta said.

FEMA provisions

The FEMA provisions now permit both unlisted and listed Indian companies to access international exchanges. The equity shares listed on international exchanges will be counted towards the foreign holding of the company.

“Existing listed companies will have to comply with SEBI norms. However, it is not clear whether reverse fungibility of shares listed on both domestic exchanges and at IFSC will be allowed. Some procedural aspects such as mode of payment and other conditions for remittance of proceeds to India are still subject to RBI clarifications that are awaited,” said Jaiman Patel, Partner, EY India.

Given that a nil rate of STT is applicable to transactions on IFSC stock exchanges, the concessional tax rates that apply to capital gains on companies listed on the Indian stock exchanges should be made applicable as well, said experts.

“Aspects such as taxation, convertible securities, promoter group, lock-in conditions, pricing norms, dual listings, ADR and GDR mechanism would need to be clarified whenever detailed guidelines are issued,” said Yashesh Ashar, Partner, Illume Advisory.

Once fully enabled, the overseas listing mechanism at GIFT IFSC is expected to boost Indian unlisted companies to directly raise funds from overseas investors in a cost-efficient manner, said experts.

Pointers

* Companies with negative net worth not allowed to list under this route

* Clarity needed on reverse fungibility of shares listed on both domestic and IFSC exchanges

* Concessional tax rates on capital gains that apply to companies listed on domestic exchanges should extend to GIFT IFSC

*The FEMA provisions now permit both unlisted and listed Indian companies to access international exchanges.

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Digital Marketing

Brand Bopanna: Oldest Grand Slam winner is also an entrepreneur, has own coffee line

Rohan Bopanna’s Grand Slam win at the Australian Open soon after becoming the World No 1 in the ATP World Doubles Rankings, has triggered a buzz about age being no bar to realise dreams. From PM Modi to corporate honcho Anand Mahindra, citizens across the country took to social media to laud him for becoming the oldest Grand Slam Champion at 43.

Just this month, the tennis star has been named for the Padma Shri. His first Grand Slam win was the Mixed Doubles title at the French Open in 2017 and he was a Gold Medalist at the Asian Games held in 2023.

With an entrepreneurial spirit, Bopanna runs a tennis academy, is a certified Barista and has his coffee line (Rohan Bopanna Master Blend) with Maverick & Farmer, sourced from his estate in Coorg. He is also an investor in ventures such as sports tech platform Game Theory and Good Flippin’ Burgers.

Experts believe the recent accolades will boost Brand Bopanna and are expected to bring heightened interest from advertisers.

He is associated with brands such as ASICS and Aryan Pumps. The tennis star has been featured in campaigns for various other brands including Airbnb, Renault India, Enerzal, Lodha Group, Indian Oil and DreamSetGo among others.

  • Also read: Bopanna and Ebden overcome Italians to win Australian Open doubles title
Global impact

Angel Investor and Business Strategist Lloyd Mathias said, “It’s remarkable what he has achieved on the global stage at 43. It will boost his image and strengthen the brand Bopanna. Thankfully today in India there is space for other sports players besides cricket and will open up new opportunities, especially from the perspective of some of the mature brands.”

“Rohan’s achievement cannot be understated. He has not only reignited a renewed interest in a premium and seemingly inaccessible sport in the country but also built an aspiration for young players while epitomising the spirit of young India- to succeed against all odds. It’s his time now and we are positive that brands will see the value in associating with him,” said Namrata Parekh, Co-founder and Director, Meraki Sport and Entertainment, the sports marketing firm that represents Bopanna.

Another branding expert noted that the recent achievements will provide an immediate boost to the tennis star’s personal brand and are likely to open up opportunities, especially in nutrition, fitness and wellness space.

Brands have been increasingly warming up to veteran stars in recent times. “They bring a lot of iconic brand value and help brands in breaking the clutter. Also they have a lot of sway on the older and more affluent target audience that have a sizable economic clout. In this social media era, younger consumers are also well versed with the achievements of these veteran stars,” Mathias explained.

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Health Fitness

Psihijatar dijeli pet znakova demencije: “Zadnji je vrlo važan”

UOČAVANJE znakova demencije važno je jer dijagnoza može pomoći osobi da razumije što joj se događa i kako upravljati i živjeti s tim stanjem. Iako demencija na ljude utječe na različite načine, psihijatar Jaleel Mohammed na svom je TikTok računu podijelio pet općih znakova upozorenja. Istaknuo je da je peti vrlo važan.

1. Kratkotrajni gubitak pamćenja

Osobe s demencijom često se teško prisjećaju stvari koje su se dogodile u bliskoj prošlosti. “To znači da bi mogli zaboraviti stvari koje su se dogodile ranije tijekom dana ili u posljednjih nekoliko dana”, rekao je Mohammed u videu.

2. Zaboravljanje riječi

Svi možemo s vremena na vrijeme zaboraviti riječi, ali ljudi s demencijom mogu početi zaboravljati jednostavne riječi koje su inače vrlo lako koristili, objasnio je dr. Mohammed.

“Budući da imaju poteškoće s pronalaženjem određene riječi, mogli bi je početi zamjenjivati drugima do mjere u kojoj govor uopće nema smisla”, tvrdi psihijatar.

3. Dezorijentacija u vremenu i prostoru

Kod osoba s demencijom vrlo je uobičajeno da počnu zaboravljati koji je dan ili koje je doba dana. Mohammed je istaknuo: “Osobe s demencijom mogu početi gubiti se na poznatim mjestima na kojima su se prije lako snalazile.”

4. Poteškoće u obavljanju poznatih zadataka

Ovo je još jedan važan znak. Psihijatar ističe da ljudi s demencijom počinju zaboravljati kako raditi stvari koje su u prošlosti obavljali s lakoćom.

Naveo je primjer: “Osobe s demencijom mogu zaboraviti kako poslati e-poštu, iako su to prije stalno radile.”

5. Sve ove stvari polako se pogoršavaju s vremenom

Demencija se obično postupno pogoršava, stoga ljudi mogu previdjeti neke znakove. “Simptomi će u početku biti relativno blagi. Tijekom mjeseci i godina bit će sve gore”, zaključio je Jaleel Mohammed.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Filmfare Awards 2024: Sara Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor Twin in Black, Raise Glam Quotient (Watch Videos)

Actors Sara Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor made heads turn with their fashionable avatars at the 69th Filmfare Awards on Sunday. The divas opted for black outfits. Sara donned a black sequin thigh-high slit dress, while Janhvi wore a black off-shoulder lace dress. Filmfare Awards 2024 Red Carpet: Sara Ali Khan, Jahnvi Kapoor, and More Celebs Arrive in Style for 69th Filmfare Awards (View Pics & Videos).

Interestingly, Sara and Janhvi are this year’s event performers. The nominations for for 69th edition were announced a few days ago. The biggest surprises of this round include two Best Actor nominations in the same year for Shah Rukh Khan for his performances in Jawan and Dunki. Ranbir Kapoor-starrer got most nods at 19. Vikrant Massey’s 12th Fail also secured several nominations. Filmfare 2024: Kartik Aaryan Makes Cool Entrance, Drives Bike as Opening Performer for 69th Award Show (Watch Video).

Janhvi Kapoor At Filmfare 2024:

Sara Ali Khan At Filmfare 2024:

Vikrant Massey, the lead star of 12th Fail, is nominated in Best Actor Critics category. At the curtain raiser event on Saturday, Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Bahadur dominated the technical awards, securing victories in three significant categories. The film took home the honours for Best Sound Design, Best Costume Design, and Best Production Design. Ranbir Kapoor and filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film, Animal, also made a mark by bagging two awards.

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Pets

Zlatni retriver vidio da se njegova vlasnica pakira pa počeo spremati svoje stvari

JESTE li ikad nenamjerno rastužili svog psa i onda morali gledati u njegove tužne oči? To se dogodilo vlasnici jednog preslatkog zlatnog retrivera koji je bio tužan što ona izlazi i ostavlja ga kod kuće.

U kratkom videu od 14 sekundi vidimo kako slatki zlatni retriver shvaća da neće ići sa svojom vlasnicom. U snimci objavljenoj na TikToku vidimo prtljagu u sobi i izgleda kao da se obitelj sprema na put. U sobi vidimo i zlatnog retrivera koji vlasnicu gleda tužnim pogledom.

U ustima nosi medvjedića i dok gleda vlasnicu koja je iza kamere, stavlja medvjedića u prtljagu. “Kada vaš pas vidi kako stavljate stvari u kofer i počne pakirati svoje stvari”, stoji u opisu videa koji je privukao brojne komentare.

“Bok, ja sam njegov odvjetnik, a zakonski, i on mora ići”, “On pakira svoje osnovne stvari”, “On je kao što, neću i ja ići?!”, “To bi me natjeralo da se potpuno slomim i rasplačem zbog odlaska”, bili su samo neki od komentara korisnika.

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Ako koristite LG televizor, trebali biste znati za ove skrivene mogućnosti

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

PAMETNI televizori LG koriste operativni sustav webOS. Iako je ovaj operativni sustav uobičajeno hvaljen zbog svoje stabilnosti, nekima je pomalo teško njime navigirati, a ljudi se obično žale na nejasne izbornike. Ovaj operativni sustav zapravo ima cijeli spektar mogućnosti kad jednom svladate neke trikove.

Brzo prebacivanje između aplikacija

Kad gledate klasičan TV program, lako je prebacivati se s jednog kanala na drugi. Prebacivanje iz jedne aplikacije u drugu već je nešto kompliciranije. Na LG televizorima postoji rješenje. Dovoljno je dvaput pritisnuti gumb za početni zaslon na daljinskom upravljaču i to je to.

Spriječite burn-in zaslona

Problemi sa zadržavanjem slike, poznati kao burn-in na zaslonu, problem su plazma televizora, piše Slash Gear. Iako to nije nešto o čemu se trebate puno brinuti, svejedno je bolje spriječiti problem. Na LG televizorima to možete spriječiti na više načina. Poznata je značajka “Screen Shift” pri kojoj se slika malo pomakne na određenim intervalima.

Manje je poznata značajka nekih LG televizora da prilagodite svjetlinu statičkih logotipa kako bi se spriječilo zadržavanje slike. U postavkama potražite opciju Support. Odaberite OLED Care i zatim OLED Panel Care. Tamo ćete pronaći opciju prilagodbe svjetline logotipa. Prilagodite po želji.

Upravljajte TV-om putem Apple HomeKita

Ovo nije moguće na svakom LG pametnom televizoru i trebat će vam iPhone. Neki LG televizori omogućavaju upravljanje uređajem uz pomoć Siri. Za to je potrebno uređaj integrirati u HomeKit. Moći ćete koristiti AirPlay, uključiti ili isključiti TV i upravljati reprodukcijom videa na televizoru.

Kako biste aktivirali ovu mogućnost, otvorite Home Dashboard na televizoru, odaberite AirPlay, a zatim AirPlay i postavke HomeKita. Odaberite postavljanje i iPhoneom skenirajte QR kod koji se pojavi. Odaberite Add to Apple Home i to je to.

Uklonite LG logotip koji se pojavljuje pri gašenju

LG televizori prikazuju logotip usred zaslona dok procesuiraju gašenje. Ako vam to smeta, tri puta pritisnite gumb za isključivanje zvuka na daljinskom upravljaču. Otvorit će se izbornik na kojem navigirajte do opcije “Show LG logo when turning off TV” i isključite je.

Uklonite “No Signal” prikaz

Još jedan prikaz koji korisnicima može smetati je poruka “No Signal” koja se pojavljuje kad, kako ime kaže, nema signala, odnosno kad nešto nije dovoljno dobro spojeno. Ako mislite da nema potrebe da vam TV javlja da nema signala, možete to isključiti. Tri puta pritisnite gumb za isključivanje zvuka na daljinskom upravljaču, navigirajte do “No Signal Image” i isključite poruku.

Dodijelite funkcije brzog pristupa gumbima

Ako koristite aplikacije kojih nema na gumbima vašeg daljinskog upravljača, gubite opciju njihovog jednostavnog pokretanja. Na daljinskim upravljačima koji dolaze s LG pametnim televizorima možete dodijeliti aplikaciju gumbima od jedan do osam.

Dok ste na početnom zaslonu, pritisnite i držite brojčani gumb. Odaberite aplikaciju koju želite dodijeliti gumbu i gotovi ste. Da biste pokrenuli dodijeljenu aplikaciju, dugo držite gumb s odgovarajućom brojkom.

Onemogućite Hotel način rada

Hotelski televizori često su posebno zaključani u smislu svoje funkcionalnosti. Ako u hotelu naiđete na zaključan LG televizor, a želite neometano pratiti svoje najdraže serije, možete ga prebaciti u standardni način rada.

Na originalnom LG daljinskom upravljaču držite gumb za postavke pet sekundi. Na upit unesite jednu od mogućih LG šifri. Najčešće tvorničke šifre su 0000, 7777, 0413, 8878, 8741, 1015 i 1105. Idite na postavljanje Hotel Mode, a zatim Hotel Mode Operation. Prekidač pomaknite na “No”.

Na starijim modelima LG pametnih televizora na daljinskom upravljaču i na televizoru istovremeno pritisnite gumb za izbornik. Zatim idite na LG Hotel Setup te isključite Hotel Mode. Ponovno pokrenite uređaj.

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Sports

Tom Hartley Registers Best Figures by an England Spinner on Test Debut, Achieves Feat With 7/62 During IND vs ENG 1st Test 2024

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 28: England’s debutant spinner Tom Hartley toppled a couple of records during his match-winning spell against India in the opening Test on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The left-arm spinner spun India’s batters out and registered a figure of 7/62, and ended the Test with 9/193 which is the best figure for an England spinner on Test debut since 1945. His nine wickets tally in the first Test in a match is the joint-most since former English spinner Robert Berry’s 9/116 against West Indies in Manchester in 1950. Hartley also became just the fourth England spinner to claim a five-wicket haul on Test debut in this century. Ravindra Jadeja Doubtful for IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2024 in Visakhapatnam Due to Hamstring Niggle.

Adil Rashid with 5/64 became the first English spinner to achieve the feat against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi in 2015. Will Jacks was the second player to enter the list with 6/161 against Pakistan in Rawalpindi in 2022. In the same series, with 5/48 Rehan Ahmed became the third player to enter the list.

The first Test against India witnessed England spinners scalping 20 wickets and pacers ending up walking away without a single wicket. This wasn’t the first time England managed to do so in Test format. Since 1947. the first time England spinners scalped all 20 wickets was against India in Kanpur in 1952. Ben Stokes Produces Sensational Direct-Hit To Run Out Ravindra Jadeja During IND vs ENG 1st Test 2024 (Watch Video).

Four years later, they managed to achieve the feat again but this time it was against their arch-rival Australia in Manchester in 1956. The third time before 2024, when English spinners took 20 wickets in a Test was against Sri Lanka in Pallekele in 2018. Coming to Day 4 action, Pope’s blitz helped England set a tricky target of 231. In reply, India batters strived hard after losing a handful of wickets in patches. The lower order showed patience with Ravichandran Ashwin and KS Bharat taking the fight against the spinners. However, Hartley’s spin proved to be a challenge that they could not overcome and ended up suffering a 28-run defeat. (ANI)

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Arts Entertainments

Bengali actress Sreela Majumdar, directors’ favourite star, passes away

Noted Bengali actor Sreela Majumdar, who was considered a favourite of serious filmmakers such as Mrinal Sen, Shyam Benegal and Prakash Jha, died at her Kolkata residence on Saturday.

Her family members confirmed the news. She was 65 at the time of death, and had been suffering from cancer for the past three years.

Condoling her death, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said Sreela was a powerful actor who played outstanding roles in several significant Indian films.

“It is a big loss for Bengal film industry and we shall miss her stellar presence. My condolences to her family,” she said.

About the late actor

Sreela Majumdar worked with prominent director Mrinal Sen in many films. Her portrayal of characters in his Ekdin Pratidin (And Quiet Rolls the Dawn, 1980), Kharij (The Case is Closed, 1982) and Akaler Sandhane (In Search of Famine; 1981), has been critically acclaimed.

She also worked in a couple of films in Bollywood. Some of her famous roles include Shyam Benegal’s Mandi (Market Place, 1983), Prakash Jha’s Damul (Bonded Until Death, 1985) and Utpalendu Chakraborty’s Chokh (Eye, 1983).

Sreela worked in altogether 43 films. She was known for her sensitive voice dubbing for Aishwarya Rai in the film Chokher Bali (A Passion Play, 2003) which was directed by Rituparno Ghosh.

Her last film Palan by filmmaker Kaushik Ganguly, was a sequel of Ekdin Pratidin. This too was acclaimed widely last year.

The actor is survived by her husband and son.

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Cryptocurrency

Groww adds a million active traders in December quarter

Tiger Global-backed wealth management start-up ended 2023 with 7.6 million active traders, as per data from the NSE.

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While Zerodha had around 6.7 million active traders, Mumbai-based AngelOne ended the year at the third spot with 5.3 million active traders.

Groww had gone past Zerodha in terms of active traders in September last year. In September, Groww had 6.6 million active traders compared to 6.4 million for Zerodha.

Groww has grown its active trader base by a million, while Zerodha’s base expanded by three lakh. AngelOne grew its active base by adding five lakh new users in the last three months of 2023.

Chief executive Lalit Keshre pointed out that as the largest stock broker in the country, it needed to communicate more effectively to its customers. It came at a time when Groww app faced technical issues, resulting in many active traders losing out on an opportunity to place their trades on time.

“We understand that the stakes are higher now, with lakhs of serious traders on Groww, and even a few minutes of downtime can have an adverse impact on our customers,” Keshre wrote on X.

Profitable in FY23

Groww turned profitable in FY23 and reported a net profit of ₹448.7 crore in FY23 against a net loss of ₹239 crore in the previous fiscal, reported businessline. The firm’s operating revenue stood at ₹1,277.8 crore in FY23 (₹351 crore).

Founded in 2017 by Harsh Jain, Lalit Keshre, Neeraj Singh, and Ishan Bansal, Billionbrains Garage Ventures Pvt Ltd, the parent entity of Groww, lets users invest in stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and IPOs.

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Health Fitness

EU možda izbaci jednu namirnicu iz mediteranske prehrane, neće svi biti sretni

ZNANSTVENICI razmatraju izbacivanje crnog vina iz mediteranske prehrane, koja se promovira kao najzdravija dijeta na svijetu.

Uz ribu, maslinovo ulje, svježe voće i povrće, crveno vino u umjerenim količinama oduvijek se smatralo jednim od razloga za dulji životni vijek stanovnika južne Europe jer spojevi pronađeni u kožici grožđa mogu pomoći u obrani od bolesti srca, raka i demencije. Mediteranska prehrana obično preporučuje malu čašu ili dvije crnog vina dnevno uz obroke.

Ali neka istraživanja sugeriraju da ne postoji sigurna količina alkohola i da je najbolja potpuna apstinencija.

Europsko istraživačko vijeće financiralo je četverogodišnju studiju u kojoj je sudjelovalo 10.000 Španjolaca, kako bi se vidjelo kako umjerena konzumacija vina utječe na zdravstvene probleme kao što su bolesti srca, rak i dijabetes.

Dr. Miguel Martinez-Gonzalez, koji vodi ispitivanje na Sveučilištu Navarra u Pamploni, Španjolska, prošlog je mjeseca objavio rad pod naslovom “Trebamo li ukloniti vino iz mediteranske prehrane?”. Naime, njegovo istraživanje sugerira da bi to smanjilo učinkovitost dijete, ali se boji poticanja ljudi na prekomjerno pijenje.

Ako Europska unija prihvati zaključke dr. Miguela Martineza-Gonzaleza i njegovog tima, crno vino više neće biti na popisu namirnica uključenih u mediteransku prehranu, piše Daily Mail.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Chocolate Day 2024 Date in Valentine Week: Know the Significance and Celebrations of the Sweet Third Day of Valentine’s Week

Valentine’s Day 2024 is fast approaching, and couples have begun planning to surprise their loved ones. Many couples see Valentine’s Day as a chance to engage in romantic gestures, which could include giving thoughtful gifts, writing love letters, or planning special romantic activities. In the week leading up to Valentine’s Day, Valentine’s Week is celebrated around the globe. Each day of the Valentine’s Week is unique and is dedicated to a specific theme. 2024 Valentine’s Week will be celebrated from February 7 to February 14. Valentine’s Week begins with Rose Day, followed by Propose Day, Chocolate Day, Teddy Day, Promise Day, Hug Day, Kiss Day, and finally, Valentine’s Day. In this article, let’s know more about the Chocolate Day 2024 date and the significance of the third day of Valentine’s Week.

Chocolate Day 2024 Date

Chocolate Day is celebrated by couples with great excitement. Chocolates are often associated with love and are considered a popular gift for expressing affection. This year, Chocolate Day 2024 will be celebrated on February 9, Friday.

One of the most common practices on this day is the exchange of chocolates with your loved ones. People give each other chocolate gifts as a sweet and romantic gesture. On Chocolate Day, couples may exchange chocolate gifts or enjoy indulging in various chocolate treats together.

Chocolate Day Significance and Celebrations

The celebration of Chocolate Day may vary from person to person. Couples or individuals may also celebrate Chocolate Day by indulging in chocolate desserts. This could be a homemade chocolate cake or a chocolate fondue. Remember, the key is to celebrate in a way that resonates with you and your loved ones. Happy Chocolate Day 2024 to everyone!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 28, 2024 02:58 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Žena u oporuci ostavila milijune kućnim ljubimcima, svojoj djeci ne želi dati ništa

STARIJA žena iz Kine odlučila je ostaviti svoje bogatstvo od 20 milijuna yuana (oko 2.5 milijuna eura) svojim mačkama i psima, a svoju odraslu djecu maknula je iz oporuke, prenosi South China Morning Post.

Gospođa Liu iz Šangaja svoju je prvu oporuku, u kojoj je sav novac i imovinu ostavila svojoj djeci, napisala prije par godina. No u međuvremenu je promijenila mišljenje jer je nijedno od njezino troje djece nije posjećivalo kada je bila bolesna. Osim toga, djeca su joj se rijetko i javljala.

U najtežim trenucima, uz nju su bili samo njezini kućni ljubimci – mačke i psi. Iako je Liu htjela ostaviti novac direktno svojim mačkama i psima, to nije zakonito u Kini, pa je nasljedstvo odlučila prebaciti na lokalnu veterinarsku kliniku, pod uvjetom da će novac biti korišten za brigu o njezinim ljubimcima i njihovim mogućim potomcima.

Chen Kai, službenik središnjeg ureda Centra za registraciju oporuka u Pekingu, savjetovao je gospođi Liu da pronađe nekoga tko će nadzirati veterinarsku kliniku kako ne bi došlo do zloupotrebe novca.

Drugi je službenik izjavio da su Liu upozorili o mogućim rizicima prije nego što je sastavila oporuku. Isto tako, dali su joj do znanja da u bilo kojem trenutku može promijeniti oporuku, ako joj se poprave odnosi s djecom.

Priča o gospođi Liu dovela je do brojnih rasprava na društvenim mrežama.

“Koliko je samo morala biti razočarana i slomljena kada je odlučila da svojoj djeci neće ostaviti ništa”, napisao je jedan korisnik.

“Svaka čast. Ako me moja kći bude loše tretirala u budućnosti, i ja ću ostaviti svoju kuću drugima”, rekao je drugi.

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Evo koje trgovine, šoping-centri i pekarnice sutra rade

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

DONOSIMO vam detaljan pregled trgovina i šoping-centara koji će biti otvoreni u nedjelju, 28. siječnja. Ukoliko niste stigli obaviti kupovinu do subote, ovo su mjesta gdje možete obaviti nabavku u nedjelju.

Trgovine 

Kaufland

Ovu nedjelju 28.1. sve Kaufland trgovine su zatvorene. 

Lidl

Ove nedjelje ne rade ni Lidl trgovine.

Konzum

Koja Konzumova trgovina će raditi ovu nedjelju, možete provjeriti ovdje (kliknite na gumb otvoreno ovu nedjelju). 

Studenac

Koja će Studenac trgovina raditi ovu nedjelju, možete provjeriti ovdje.

Spar

Ovdje možete vidjeti koje su trgovine Spar i Interspar ovu nedjelju otvorene.

Tommy

Koja će trgovina Tommy raditi ovu nedjelju, možete provjeriti ovdje.

Plodine

Ovdje možete provjeriti radno vrijeme Plodina u ovu nedjelju (kliknite gumb otvoreno ove nedjelje).

KTC

KTC ne radi nedjeljama, blagdanima ni praznicima.

Eurospin

Koja će trgovina Eurospin raditi ovu nedjelju, možete provjeriti ovdje.

Pekarnice

Dubravica

Nedjeljom radi poslovnica na Autobusnom kolodvoru Zagreb od 0 do 24 h i poslovnice u trgovačkim centrima ako oni rade. 

Pan-pek

U siječnju će nedjeljom raditi sljedeće Pan-pek poslovnice:

  • Borongaj, Krešićeva 32, 07-21:00 h
  • Lanište 24, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Importanne centar, Paromlinska cesta 2a, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Frane Petrića 1, 07-21:00 h
  • Ilica 276, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Sesvete, Ninska 6, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Velika Gorica, Trg Kralja Tomislava 39, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Avenija Dubrava 33, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Velika Gorica, Trg Stjepana Radića 10, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Trg Žrtava fašizma 9, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Selska cesta 90b, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Glavni željeznički kolodvor, Trg Kralja Tomislava 12, 07-21:00 h
  • Gajnice 32, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Dugave, Oktogon, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Lopatinečka 4, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Zvonimirova, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Špansko, Trg 101 brigade HV 5, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Mamutica, Božidara Magovca, 07:00-13:00 h

Mlinar

Ovdje možete provjeriti radno vrijeme Mlinarovih prodavaonica.

Šoping-centri

Westgate

Ove nedjelje šoping-centar ne radi. 

City Center one East Zagreb, West Zagreb i Split

City Center one East i West ove nedjelje ne rade, kao ni City Center one Split.

Avenue Mall

Centar ovu nedjelju ne radi, iduća radna nedjelja je tek 11.2. No tijekom neradnih nedjelja radit će drugi objekti: Lotus bar, 8 Grama, Leggiero bar, KFC, McDonald’s i Cinestar. Njihova radna vremena možete vidjeti ovdje. 

Arena Centar

Trgovine Arena Centra u siječnju neće raditi nedjeljom.

Point Shopping Centar

Centar ovu nedjelju radi.

Z Centar

Trgovine u centru ove nedjelje neće raditi. No restorani, kafići, kino, Hall of Game, Z House of Beauty, MiniPolis, automat klub i Adventure Mini golf radit će sve nedjelje u siječnju i veljači prema redovnom radnom vremenu.

Supernova šoping-centri

Ove nedjelje će raditi jedino Supernova Sisak East i Supernova Colosseum.

King Cross

King Cross neće biti otvoren ovu nedjelju. 

Designer Outlet Croatia

Designer Outlet Croatia neće biti otvoren ove nedjelje. 

Family Mall

Centar ove nedjelje neće raditi.

Park&Shop Sesvete

Park&Shop Sesvete neće raditi ove nedjelje. 

Trgovački centar Jug Mall

Centar neće raditi ove nedjelje. 

Hey Park Zadar i Vukovar

Neće raditi ove nedjelje. 

Trgovački centar Lumini Varaždin

Centar ne radi ove nedjelje.

Portanova Osijek

Ove nedjelje u Portanovi Osijek trgovine ne rade.

Mall Osijek

Centar ove nedjelje ne radi. 

Tower Centar Rijeka

Trgovine ove nedjelje u Tower Centru Rijeka neće raditi. 

ZTC Rijeka

Centar ne radi ovu nedjelju. 

Max City Pula

Centar ne radi ovu nedjelju. “Do kraja godine, nedjeljom će sve trgovine biti otvorene samo tijekom proljeća i ljeta, i to u kontinuitetu od 26. svibnja do 8. rujna 2024.”, stoji na stranici. No pojedini objekti nastavljaju raditi i nedjeljom, a koji točno i njihova radna vremena možete vidjeti ovdje. 

Galerija Poreč

Galerija Poreč neće raditi ove nedjelje.

Pula City Mall

Pula City Mall isto neće raditi ove nedjelje.

Mall of Split

Sve nedjelje u siječnju i veljači su neradne. 

Joker Split

Centar ovu nedjelju ne radi.

STOP SHOP Retail Parkovi

Retail parkovi STOP SHOP Čakovec, Daruvar, Đakovo, Gospić, Ludbreg, Pazin, Velika Gorica, Vinkovci, Kaštel Sućurac, Labin, Osijek i Našice neće raditi ove nedjelje.

STOP SHOP Valpovo, kao i do sada, tijekom cijele godine neće raditi nedjeljom.

Drogerije

Bipa

Radno vrijeme Bipinih poslovnica možete provjeriti ovdje. 

dm

Ovdje možete provjeriti koje su dm trgovine otvorene u nedjelju. 

Müller

Ovdje možete provjeriti koje su Müller trgovine otvorene u nedjelju.

Ostale trgovine

Bauhaus

“Svi Bauhaus prodajni centri nedjeljom su zatvoreni”, stoji na stranici. 

Emmezeta

Ove nedjelje otvorena je samo Emmezeta trgovina u Zagrebu na adresi Jankomir – Velimira Škorpika 25. Sve ostale Emmezeta trgovine su zatvorene. 

Pevex

Pevexovi prodajni centri neće raditi ove nedjelje.

IKEA

Robna kuća IKEA Zagreb ne radi ove nedjelje. Ove nedjelje ne rade Studio za planiranje Split ni IKEA dostavni centar Split. 

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ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Injuries, IPL pressure, Aging Players Complicate Indian Team Selection for Mega Event

In their final T20 International before the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, Team India secured a strong finish, overcoming Afghanistan in a thrilling match that extended to a double Super Over in Bengaluru. The 3-0 victory against Afghanistan in the T20I series not only showcased India’s prowess but also left the team management with the challenging task of selecting players for the impending tournament. ‘Bhabhi Dekh Rahe Ho…’ Yuzvendra Chahal Drops Hilarious Comment, Tags Suryakumar Yadav’s Wife Devisha Shetty on Star Batsman’s Undergarments Ad.

The ninth edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be co-hosted by the West Indies and the US from 1 to 29 June 2024. The last time a T20 World Cup was played in the West Indies in 2012, Team India finished at the bottom of the table losing all three matches in the Super 8 stage. However, the team has undergone significant transformation, welcoming a new generation of players known for their explosive batting, as witnessed in the IPL.

While former England captain Kevin Peiterson while speaking to IANS in November 2023 said IPL performances will play a key role in the selection of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, the duo seems to have strengthened their spots after the Afghanistan series. With the likes of Suryakumar Yadav (ICC T20I Player of the Year for 2023), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh and now Shivam Dube also knocking on the doors of the selectors with his recent exploits, the team management has a hard task ahead.

India head coach Rahul Dravid admitted that the Team doesn’t have much time in hand to prepare for the T20I World Cup 2024 and might have to rely on the IPL for the preparation.

“After the last T20I World Cup (2022) we prioritised the ODI World Cup. But we don’t have that many T20I games after that (ODI WC). So, this T20I WC is slightly different in the sense that there is not a lot of time to prepare for that. We have to rely on the cricket that we have and also a little bit on the IPL,” said Dravid in the pre-match press conference in Mohali ahead of the first T20I against Afghanistan earlier this month.

While IPL performances will play a role, there should be some names which should be picked regardless of their IPL exploits. However it is for the selectors to pick and make sure there is a right balance in the squad. Suryakumar Yadav’s absence until February 2024 is a setback, but the potential return of a fit Hardik Pandya adds strength. If both players recover in time, India could emerge as a formidable force in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Let’s also not forget Rishabh Pant. The star wicket-keeper batter’s comeback in the IPL is on the horizon. As per Delhi Capitals, Pant is making a speedy recovery, raising hopes of his active participation in the upcoming season. Following a hiatus since a car accident in December 2022, Pant has been working towards his return to the cricket field. He faced multiple injuries, leading to three successful surgeries during his recovery period.

Recently, Pant was spotted honing his cricketing skills at the nets in Bengaluru, marking a significant step forward in his determined comeback efforts. His form in IPL 2024 would also decide his future, whether he will be able to make it to the national squad (for the T20I World Cup) or not! Will he be able to bat and keep together or not? Or will he be picked just as a batter? Lots of questions, and IPL 2024 is the answer to many of them!

After winning the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, the Men In Blue have faced a tough challenge in the shortest format when it comes to the World Cup. Their closest shot came in 2014, reaching the final but losing to Sri Lanka. WCL 2024: Yuvraj Singh To Feature in World Championship of Legends.

The years passed, and the team, despite having great players, couldn’t make it to the finals in the 2021 and 2022 tournaments. In 2021, they faced a setback, losing to Pakistan for the first time in a World Cup match. This year’s T20 World Cup is very important as it can also be the last dance for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli and the team will look to finish off things on a high.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 28, 2024 01:47 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Arts Entertainments

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan criticised for assaulting ‘protege’ in viral video, issues clarification

The singer, known for hit Hindi movie songs such as “Mann ki Lagan” and “Jiya Dhadak Dhadak”, later shared a series of videos on Instagram as a clarification.

Khan, 49, termed the viral video an “internal matter” between a master and his disciple.

“Whatever you have seen in these videos is about an internal matter between an ustaad (master) and a shagird (protege). When a protege does a good job, we shower a lot of them and when they make a mistake, we punish them as well… I had apologised to him at the same time…” the popular singer said in the video, which also featured Hasnain and his father.

In a separate video, Khan said the person who shot the video was trying to tarnish his image.

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Cryptocurrency

How the “unluckiest investor” fares in the long run 

Investing in the stock market for the long term is safe and rewarding, says Monika Halan, a prominent personal finance writer and television personality. 

In a conversation with businessline, at the HinduLitForLife event here today, Monika took the hypothetical case of “the unluckiest investor” to illustrate her point.  

Suppose there is an unluckiest investor, who always invested ₹1 lakh at the 52-year-high level of the market each year, for 30 years. Each time after she invested, the market would fall. What would be the value of her holdings at the end of 30 years? ₹2.3 crore. 

In the long-term, markets smoothen volatilities, she said.  

Halan is the author of books like Let’s Talk Money, Let’s Talk Mutual Funds and Seven Steps to Financial Freedom: A Family’s Guide, is also the Chairperson of the Advisory Committee for Investor Protection and Education Fund. 

Answering a question on the possibility for price manipulation (by speculators), Halan said that such a possibility might have existed when the market size was small. But at the current level of market capitalisation, and given the work that the market regulator, SEBI does, “I’d be very surprised to see any systemic risk to the market,” she said. 

She agreed with Aarati Krishnan that each time the market went up, people would think of it as a bubble and a massive fall would happen. “Market is not a bubble, though it may go to the bubble territory at times,” she said, pointing out that in a growing economy, the market should be expected to go up because the market actually reflects the growth of the country’s economy. Halan recalled that when she was a “research trainee” with a business magazine in 1992, the Sensex touched 2000, and people thought that was it. Such sentiments popped up each time the market reached a peak. She stressed that while the market could be dangerous in the short-term, over a long period of time, it is a wealth creator. 

For the young, Halan had an advice. Calculate your annual spends today, index it for inflation to see what the same spends would be when you are 60 years of age. Multiply that number by 26—that should be your corpus. 

Halan was skeptical about life insurance policies as a good investment. She said that mutual funds were a good way of staying invested in the market. She herself had all of her investments in mutual funds only, she said. 

Answering a question about the right extent of regulations, particularly in the context of SEBI’s cautioning that 90 per cent of those who deal in derivatives lose money, Halan said she did not want India to be a “nanny state”. The question before the regulator was to warn the investor of the risk and leave it to him to decide whether or not to disturb. She said it was like putting up a warning board on the beach cautioning swimmers about the presence of sharks in the water, but you can’t stop people from swimming. 

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Health Fitness

Liječnik upozorava na predmet za higijenu zubi koji povećava rizik od hipertenzije

NEKI ljudi u jutarnjoj rutini pranja zubi idu korak dalje pa koriste i vodicu za ispiranje usta, ali to bi mogla biti loša ideja. Liječnik Sermed Mezher upozorio je da upotreba vodice za ispiranje usta uklanja dobre bakterije u ustima, povećavajući rizik od visokog krvnog tlaka.

Visoki krvni tlak, također poznat kao hipertenzija, može povećati rizik od kardiovaskularnih bolesti, uključujući moždani udar, koronarnu bolest srca i srčani udar, piše Daily Record.

Mezher je na TikToku objavio video kako bi upozorio svoje pratitelje na ovaj neobičan problem. “Nemojte koristiti vodicu za ispiranje usta, vaše će zdravlje biti zahvalno”, rekao je u isječku.

Raspravljao je o studiji koju je proveo stomatolog i epidemiolog Kaumudi Joshipura, koji je istraživao kako vodica za ispiranje usta utječe na krvni tlak. U studiju je bilo uključeno oko 1000 sudionika, a gotovo 50 posto od tog broja redovito je koristilo vodicu za ispiranje usta.

Tijekom trajanja istraživanja otkriveno je da je oko 12 posto ljudi razvilo visoki krvni tlak. Liječnik tvrdi da ga je to zaista iznenadilo.

“Dakle, dobre bakterije u ustima pomažu u snižavanju krvnog tlaka. Nemojte ih ubijati korištenjem vodice za ispiranje”, zaključio je Sermed Mezher.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Valentine Week 2024 Date Sheet: Check Full List of Love Week Till Valentine’s Day, Know About the Seven Days of Embracing and Celebrating Love

As February unfolds, the world prepares to embrace the celebration of love on Valentine’s Day. This cherished occasion, marked at the end of the Valentine’s Week calendar every 14th of February, transcends borders and cultures. While it has evolved into a day of expressing affection through flowers, chocolates, and heartfelt gestures, the roots of Valentine’s Day delve into a rich history that spans centuries. Search engine platforms are also abuzz with keywords such as Valentine Week 2024 date sheet, Valentine Week 2024 full list, Valentine Week 2024 dates, Valentine’s Day 2024 days, and so on. In this article, we will look at each day of Valentine’s Week as well as the significance and celebrations related to the special Love Week. Valentine’s Day 2024 Gifts for Her: From Satin Pillowcase Gift Set to Chic Cosmetics Case, Boost the Romance With These Thoughtful Gifts.

Valentine Week 2024 Full List Dates

  • Rose Day 2024 Date: 7th February, Wednesday

  • Propose Day 2024 Date: 8th February, Thursday

  • Chocolate Day 2024 Date: 9th February, Friday

  • Teddy Day 2024 Date: 10th February, Saturday

  • Promise Day 2024 Date: 11th February, Sunday

  • Hug Day 2024 Date: 12th February, Monday

  • Kiss Day 2024 Date: 13th February, Tuesday

  • Valentine’s Day 2024 Date: 14th February, Wednesday

Significance of Valentine’s Day

At its core, Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love in all its forms – romantic, familial, and platonic. It serves as a reminder to express affection and appreciation for the special people in our lives. Couples around the world use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to express their love through romantic gestures. From flowers and chocolates to heartfelt cards and thoughtful gifts, the day has become synonymous with love and affection.

While Valentine’s Day has Christian origins, it has transcended religious boundaries and is celebrated worldwide. Different cultures have embraced the day, adapting it to their customs and adding unique twists to the way love is expressed.

Valentine’s Day, with its roots in history and its contemporary celebration of love, holds a special place in the hearts of people globally. It is a day when individuals express their emotions, celebrate relationships, and reflect on the enduring significance of love in its myriad forms. Beyond the commercial trappings, Valentine’s Day remains a timeless celebration, reminding us to cherish and nurture the bonds that enrich our lives. Whether in grand gestures or simple acts of kindness, this day stands as a testament to the power of love to transcend time and touch the deepest corners of the human heart.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 28, 2024 03:12 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

FOTO Ova krava iz Ervenika prava je pozerica

OVA KRAVA ukrala je svu pozornost na ispaši.

Na ispaši kod Ervenika, općine u Šibensko-kninskoj županiji, jedna krava primijetila je ljude koji su je fotografirali. Nije se ljutila već je spremno pozirala. Moramo priznati da je zaista preslatka.

Naravno, na ispaši nije bila sama. Društvo su joj pravile ostale krave i telad.

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Testirali su neke od najpoznatijih balzama za usne: Evo koji je najbolji

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

NA TIKTOKU korisnički profil Product Testing redovito dijeli videozapise u kojima testira proizvode koji su postali viralni, pruža razna rješenja i trikove za kućanstvo te daje preporuke o tome koje proizvode kupiti, a koje izbjeći.

Već su kreirali niz videa u kojima testiraju balzame za usne, a sada su odlučili staviti na test neke od najpoznatijih. U ovom videu usporedili su ljekovitu mast CeraVe, balzam s maslacem za usne od brenda Summer Fridays, Glossier balzam za usne, Laneige balzam za usne, Eucerin Aquaphor Lip Repair balzam za usne, Vaseline balzam za usne, eos balzam, ChapStick, Blistex balzam, O’Keeffe’s Lip Repair i Labello.

Svaki balzam su testirali na komadu papira s dodatkom nekoliko kapi vode kako bi simulirali izloženost vlazi. Što su kapljice vode duže ostajale na papiru, to je bolja barijera i učinkovitost balzama. Nakon tri sata testiranja, CeraVe i Vaseline Lip Therapy pokazali su se kao najbolji, dok su se Blistex i O’Keeffe’s balzami podjednako pozicionirali na drugom mjestu.

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Arts Entertainments

Election Commission collaborates with Rajkumar Hirani for short film on voter awareness

MUMBAI: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has collaborated with filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani for a short film to spread awareness about voting.

Titled “My Vote My Duty”, the short is compiled from video messages by cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar as well as actors Rajkummar Rao, Amitabh Bachchan, R Madhavan, Raveena Tandon, Vicky Kaushal, Boman Irani, Arshad Warsi, Bhumi Pednekar and Mona Singh.

Hirani, who most recently directed Shah Rukh Khan-starrer “Dunki”, has produced the short film, which was shared by the ECI on its official handle on microblogging site X on National Voters’ Day on Thursday.

It is directed by Sanjiv Kishinchandani.

“A short film ‘My Vote My Duty’ produced by #ECI in association with @RajkumarHirani featuring several renowned celebrities on the theme ‘Value of one vote’ was released on #NVD2024,” read the tweet.

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Cryptocurrency

Technical Analysis: Petronet LNG and ONGC

What is the outlook for Petronet LNG for the next two-three months? I am holding the stock and my average purchase price is ₹228. Can I exit at current levels?

Ashish

Petronet LNG (₹256.60): The outlook is bullish. Petronet LNG share price has been rising since December last year. This uptrend is intact. Moving Average cross overs on the chart also strengthens the bullish case. Immediate support is at ₹255. Below that, ₹240 and ₹230 are the next strong supports. As long as the stock stays above these supports, the outlook will continue to remain bullish.

If the current momentum continues, Petronet LNG share price can rise to ₹300-330 over the next three months. So, you can keep a stop-loss at ₹238 and hold the stock. Revise the stop-loss up to ₹254 as soon as the stock moves up to ₹275. Move the stop-loss further up to ₹280 when the price touches ₹305. Exit the stock at ₹315. The outlook will turn bearish only if the stock price declines below ₹230. But that looks less likely at the moment.

I hold shares of ONGC at the rate of ₹198.25. I am a long-term investor and I wish to hold it for one-two years. Please advise whether I should hold the stock or sell it. What is the outlook?

Kiruthika S

ONGC (₹234): The long-term outlook is very bullish. There is an inverted head and shoulder formed over a span of seven years. This is a bullish reversal pattern. The neckline resistance at ₹187 was broken in November last year. The target of this pattern is coming up at ₹340. If we consider a much longer timeframe of over three years, then there is more room on the upside. So, if you are a long-term investor, then you can consider the stock for more than two years that you have mentioned.

ONGC share price can target ₹450-470 over the next three-four years. Keep a stop-loss at ₹170 and hold the stock. Move the stop-loss up to ₹240 as soon as the stock moves up to ₹320. Move the stop-loss further up to ₹360 when the price touches ₹410. Exit the stock at ₹450.

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Health Fitness

Nemojte činiti ovu pogrešku kada počnete jesti više proteina, kaže nutricionistica

MNOGI ljudi povećavaju unos proteina kako bi dobili više od 30, 40, čak i 50 grama u svakom obroku. Iako ovakva prehrana nudi razne prednosti, poput osjećaja sitosti, može doći do neželjenih posljedica ako prebrzo povećamo unos proteina.

Nutricionistica i dijetetičarka Molly Knudsen otkrila je o kojim posljedicama se radi.

Možda dajemo prednost proteinima u odnosu na vlakna

Budući da su proteini zasitni, možemo namjerno ili nenamjerno početi jesti manje ugljikohidrata kako bismo uravnotežili svoj apetit. Iako to nije nužno loša stvar, smanjenje unosa hrane bogate vlaknima, poput voća, povrća i cjelovitih žitarica, definitivno nije idealno za crijeva.

Vlakna su važna jer povećavaju volumen stolice, reguliraju vrijeme prolaska kroz crijeva i pomažu u stvaranju konzistencije koja se lako propušta.

“Dakle, manjak vlakana znači da će probavljena hrana ostati u crijevima, otvrdnuti i postati teže prolazna”, objasnila je Knudsen za MindBodyGreen.

Koliko vlakana trebamo konzumirati?

Nutricionistica navodi da National Academies preporučuje dnevni unos od najmanje 21 do 28 grama vlakana za žene i 30 do 38 grama za muškarce. To zahtijeva unos pristojne količine biljne hrane bogate vlaknima. Na primjer:

1 avokado: 13.5 grama

1 srednja jabuka: 4.4 grama

240 grama bobičastog voća: 4-8 grama

240 grama brokule: 5 grama

Dvije žlice chia sjemenki sadrže 9 grama

Međutim, ovo je samo procjena i svatko je drugačiji.

Kako jesti više proteina?

Obroci bogati povrćem i cjelovitim žitaricama: Visokoproteinski obrok ne mora se sastojati samo od mljevene govedine ili pilećih prsa. Razno povrće i cjelovite žitarice (poput riže, kvinoje ili ječma) mogu upotpuniti obrok.

Povrće na prvom mjestu: Ako se odmah zasitimo nakon jedenja visokoproteinske hrane, možda bismo obrok trebali započeti s povrćem. Ono samo po sebi nije previše zasitno pa ako ga pojedemo prvo, to vjerojatno neće utjecati na apetit.

Puno vode: Kad povećamo unos vlakana, trebali bismo povećati i unos vode. Vlakna povlače više vode u stolicu, što je jedan od razloga zašto pomažu kod konzistencije. Ako nismo hidrirani, stolica može teška za izbacivanje.

“Dakle, kad počnete povećavati količinu proteina koju jedete, nemojte zanemariti vlakna”, zaključila je Knudsen.

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Best Online Casino UAE 2024

This online casinos UAE review addresses all the key problems that local players face and gives answers to the most important questions. Can players from the UAE gamble online for real money and how? What casino sites are available and are those casino sites safe? What games to choose? What casino bonuses can players claim?

We have conducted massive research to provide up-to-date information about all the crucial nuances of online casino real money gambling in the UAE. Here, you will find a list of recommended casino sites and casino reviews. We also explain how to choose a high-quality, reliable online casino to play in the UAE.

10 Best Online Casinos UAE 2024

  1. GunsBet Casino – Best Online Casino UAE 2024

  2. Winz.io Casino – Best New Real Money Casino 2024

  3. BitStarz Casino – Best Crypto Casino UAE

  4. Loki Casino – Best Bitcoin Casino in UAE

  5. Rabona Casino – Best Casino & Sports Betting Platform

  6. NeoSpin Casino – Best Casino to Play Online Slots

  7. KingBilly Casino – Best Casino With Live Dealer

  8. Onluck Casino – Best Crypto Gambling Site

  9. Ice Casino – Good Choice of Bonuses

  10. Cat Casino – Best Low Deposit Casino

To provide this review of UAE casinos online, we have checked over 40 casino sites that accept players from the UAE for real-money online gambling. Our experts have picked only the most reliable and reputable platforms from this pool of websites.

We were looking for casino sites that are licensed, accept cryptocurrency, and have big game collections.

Online casinos that have both English and Arabic website versions and customer support were our focus. The majority of online casinos we recommend have mobile applications for iOS and Android devices, and their websites are mobile-optimized to play on smartphones and tablets.

We have tested the chosen casinos on the following devices:

  • Windows and MacOS Desktops

  • iOS

  • Android

We also looked for VPN-friendly casino sites that provide the utmost user data protection. Based on these criteria, and more, we have selected some of the best casinos in UAE that we can recommend.

UAE Online Gambling Laws

Currently, the UAE legislation prohibits all online casinos and land-based casinos (including cruise ships). Only racing facilities are allowed at the time of writing. Access to online casinos overseas is controlled and such sites are mostly censored by the Internet Access Management Policy.

Most casino online real money sites get banned but those high-quality and protected sites allowing VPNs still accept local players.

However, these players have to gamble at their own risk and peril. The government can legally prosecute and punish them, and the punishments are severe.

The players also have to double-check whether the websites they reach out to are licensed and reliable for real-money gambling. It is also important to read the terms and conditions carefully to avoid any rule violations while playing.

The UAE casino gamblers have some hope on the horizon though. In 2023, the government announced the creation of a legal regulatory body that will oversee and control commercial gaming in the country.

The online gambling industry develops quickly, it is a source of taxes in the country and a huge attraction for tourists.

The UAE wants to create a national lottery and some national gaming framework for legal play. However, the details are still to be announced.

GunsBet Casino – Best Online Casino UAE 2024

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Gunsbet is a quality online casino UAE that has one of the most widespread igaming licenses in the world – the one issued by Curacao. This way, Gunsbet can operate in many jurisdictions, including the UAE. It is represented in social media and players can find its accounts. This is the best online casino with decent customer support. The support includes 24/7 live chat, a detailed FAQ, and responsible gambling tools. All complaints from the players, if any, are handled by an independent party.

Bonuses

The welcome bonus at Gunsbet is a 100% cash match up to $300 plus 100 FS. The bonus code is BONUS100. The smallest eligible deposit is $30. This bonus has to be wagered through 40 times.

Other promotions are deposit-based reload bonuses, tournaments, the casino’s own lottery, and a VIP program. The VIP program has seven statuses. Its perks include comp points exchanged for real money, exclusive bonuses, and more.

Games

Gunsbet boasts a big lobby of 5,000 games. There are slots, fixed and progressive jackpots, and Bitcoin slot games. Table games have two sections – classic automated poker, blackjack, and roulette variations, and live dealer games. The live games section is bigger: there are also game shows, rare games like Andar Bahar, and more.

Payments

Cryptocurrencies accepted are Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, Dogecoin, Tether, and Ripple. The smallest possible withdrawal is $30 or equivalent in crypto.

Pros:

  • Arabic website version

  • Compatible with all platforms and devices

  • Official mobile apps

  • Phone support is available

Cons:

  • Small table and card games section

Winz.io Casino – Best New Real Money Casino 2024

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Another Curacao-licensed real money casino online, Winz.io offers helpful 24/7 support for assistance and a comprehensive FAQ. It deals with customer complaints professionally and employs a full range of responsible gambling tools – deposit and loss limits, cooling-off, and self-exclusion. Winz.io also has third-party certificates of trust.

Bonuses

There is a huge welcome bonus for newcomers called the WOW bonus. The offer is a 100% match up to $5,000 or 200 mBTC, the bonus code is WOW. There is also a bonus wheel that unlocks after the first deposit. The best thing is that the welcome bonus and the bonus wheel prizes are all wager-free. The eligible deposit range is $20 – $100.

Other promotions are welcome bonuses for live casino, welcome bonuses for sports, drops and wins, and tournaments. This online casino in UAE has a VIP Club that rewards its members with custom bonuses, cashbacks, and quick cashouts.

Games

The lobby contains 5,000 from 80 software providers. The slots section offers crash games, bonus buy, jackpots, drops and wins, and more. The automated table games section offers blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, sic bo, keno, and bingo. Live games are as versatile.

Winz.io has a sports betting section. There, players can enjoy virtual sports, or esports that includes football, tennis, basketball, badminton, boxing, golf, and hockey.

Payments

Users can make payments in the following coins – Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dogecoin, Tether, Ripple, Tron, Binance, and Cardano. The minimum deposit/withdrawal is $20 or equivalent (depending on the payment method).

Pros:

  • Wager-free bonuses

  • No cap on free spins wins

Cons:

  • No Arabic website version

  • No live cash in Arabic

BitStarz Casino – Best Crypto Casino UAE

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BitStarz is one of the first cryptocurrency casinos in the industry and it takes proper care of its customers. There is an exchange right on the platform and detailed instructions on buying crypto. The license is from Curacao. The online casino with real money  has all the necessary responsible gambling tools to provide safe gaming.

Bonuses

The bonuses are generous. The welcome package goes as follows:

Welcome package – $500 or 5 BTC + 180 Free Spins

  • 1st deposit: 100% up to $100 or 1 BTC;

  • 2nd deposit: 50% up to $100 or 1 BTC;

  • 3rd deposit: 50% up to $200 or 2 BTC;

  • 4th deposit: 100% up to $100 or 1 BTC.

The minimum eligible deposit is $20. The wagering requirements are x40.

Regular players can also enjoy slot wars, table wars, and reload bonuses. Unfortunately, free spin promotions are not available to UAE players.

The VIP Starz Club perks are a dedicated manager, faster cashouts, and customized bonuses.

Games

BitStarz has 4,500 games and the collection constantly grows. There are slots, table and card games, BitStarz originals, jackpots, exclusive games, Bitcoin slots, a live dealer games section, and game shows.

Payments

Users at BitStarz can deposit and withdraw in Bitcoin, Litecoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, Ripple, Dogecoin, Cardano, Binance Coin, Tron, and Tether. The lowest withdrawal limit is $50 or equivalent.

Pros:

  • Well-known and award-winning casino

  • Players can exchange cryptocurrency for fiat currency on this platform

Cons:

  • No phone support

  • No Arabic website version

Loki Casino – Best Bitcoin Casino in UAE

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Established back in 2016, Loki UAE online casino has been a safe gaming place since then. Holding a Curacao license, it is proper for UAE players. Any questions can be answered in the 24/7 live chat.

Bonuses

The welcome package works for three first deposits. The first bonus is a 125% match up to $6,000 plus 100 free spins. The second one is a 50% match up to $6,000 plus 50 free spins. The third one is an 80% match up to $6,000 plus 80 free spins. All bonuses have to be wagered through 40 times. The lowest deposit that allows you to claim the bonus is $30.

Other promotions by Loki UAE online casino are daily cashback, weekly reloads, live game bonuses, and a VIP program. The program includes six statuses, each offering more spins and bigger cash bonuses. There are also tournaments for regular players.

Games

With 6,000 games in the lobby, it is hard to get bored at Loki online casino. The game variety is slots, table games (blackjack, roulette, poker), and jackpots. The live dealer section contains 500 more games – roulette, blackjack, baccarat, sic bo, and others in different languages. There are also special crypto games.

Payments

Bitcoin, Litecoin, Dogecoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, Tether, and Ripple can be used for payments. The minimum withdrawal is $30 or equivalent.

Pros:

  • Phone support

  • Official mobile casino apps for different systems

  • Responsible gambling tools

Cons:

  • No Arabic website version

  • No live chat in Arabic

Rabona Casino – Best Casino & Sports Betting Platform

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Rabona casino online UAE has everything needed for safe and secure operations and for players’ convenience. Licensed by Curacao and accepting users from the UAE, it has a FAQ and will help resolve any issues via the 24/7 live chat. All players are invited to apply responsible gambling tools for controlled playing.

Bonuses

There are sports bonuses and casino bonuses. The sports bonuses include welcome, cashback, jackpot, and reload. The casino bonuses range from crypto welcome bonus, cash drops, and table games bonuses, to slot races, free spins, weekly reload, and live cashback.

The casino welcome bonus for new customers works for four first deposits. Upon making their first deposit, the player can grab a 50% match up to $1,500 plus 100 free spins. The second bonus is a 100% match up to $250. The third bonus is a 100% match up to $250, and the fourth is a 25% match up to $500. The wagering requirements are x35 for cash bonuses and x40 for free spins.

Games

There are 8,700 games in total. The games are slots, exclusive games, jackpots, table games, and live casino games. The sports section has 38 sports represented, 15 virtual sports leagues, and horse racing.

Payments

Deposits and withdrawals are possible with Tether, Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Dogecoin, and Tron. The smallest transaction limit is $10.

Pros:

  • iOS and Android mobile casino apps

  • Arabic website version and customer support

Cons:

  • No phone customer support.

NeoSpin Casino – Best Casino to Play Online Slots

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With the UAE-compatible igaming license from Curacao, NeoSpin UAE online casino is a good choice for real-money gambling. It provides all the needed tools for responsible gambling and offers decent customer support via 24/7 live chat.

Bonuses

The welcome bonus can be activated only for the first deposit but the bonus itself is huge. Upon depositing at least $30, the player can get a 100% match up to $7,000 plus 100 free spins. The wagering requirements are x40. Other bonuses are free spins, reload bonuses, cashbacks, and tournaments.

The casino’s loyalty program has 16 levels. The prizes are cash loot boxes and a wheel of fortune spins.

Games

NeoSpin can be proud of its games collection that reaches 5,800 titles. The number of game developer studios is 80. The games include slots, automated table games, fixed and progressive jackpots, and crypto games. The live dealer section contains roulette, blackjack, game shows, and more.

NeoSpin online casino in UAE also has its own lottery.

Payments

Cryptocurrencies available for depositing and withdrawing are Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, Dogecoin, and Ripple. The lowest withdrawal limit is $30 or equivalent.

Pros:

  • Official mobile applications

  • Big choice of games

  • A huge welcome bonus

Cons:

  • No Arabic website version

KingBilly Casino -Best Casino With Live Dealer

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King Billy is one of the most user-friendly real money online casinos. It is reputable and reliable. Players can follow it on social media and connect with managers there. King Billy has a Curacao license and third-party trust seals. The casino has won numerous awards throughout these years.

Users will find all the safety measures in place at King Billy. They are also guaranteed awesome customer support via live chat, FAQ, and responsible gambling tools.

Bonuses

King Billy casino is particularly known for its bonuses. The welcome package works for the first four deposits. The bonuses go in the following way:

  • 100% match up to $500 plus 100 FS;

  • 50% match up to %500 plus 50 FS (the promo code is WELCOME2);

  • 25% match up to $1,000 (the promo code is WELCOME3);

  • 75% match up to $500 plus 100 FS (the promo code is WELCOME4);

The minimum deposit is $10, the wagering requirements are x30. No maximum win cap!

Other promotions at King Billy are the crypto welcome package, cashback, free spins, and tournaments. Unfortunately, the VIP club is not available for the UAE players.

Games

There are plenty of games, including slots (bonus buy, megaways, exclusive, crash games), jackpots (fixed and progressive), table games, video poker, and live games (roulette, blackjack, baccarat, poker).

Payments

One can deposit and withdraw in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Tether. The smallest allowed withdrawal limit is $20.

Pros:

  • A low-deposit casino

  • No maximum win cap for the welcome package

  • Many different promotions

  • Official mobile apps

Cons:

  • No Arabic website version

  • The VIP club is not available for UAE

Onluck Casino – Best Crypto Gambling Site

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As it can be guessed by the name, Onluck Casino is particularly focused on crypto gambling. This award-winning UAE online casino was opened in 2022. It holds a Curacao license. Users will benefit from quality customer services that include 24/7 live chat and a detailed FAQ.

Bonuses

To claim the first deposit bonus, new customers have to use the BETSFTD bonus code. The minimum deposit is 0.00066 BTC (double-check the casino bonus terms for other currencies). The bonus is 100% up to 1 BTC. The bonus has to be wagered 40 times.

Other promotions are cashbacks, reload bonuses, and mystery boxes. Regular players can participate in tournaments. The loyalty program offers extra perks upon comp points accumulation.

Games

One of the biggest lobbies in the list – 7,000 products – belongs to the Bets.io UAE online casino. There are slots with different mechanics, including fixed and progressive jackpot slots. Other games are table and live, featuring classics like roulette and blackjack, and innovative game shows. Bets.io has its own lottery. Sports betting fans can make bets on live sports and esports (40 variations).

Payments

Customers can buy cryptocurrencies right on the platform. The available and acceptable crypto coins are Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Tether, Ripple, Cardano, Binance Coin, Dai, and Tron.

Pros:

  • Arabic website version

  • Customer support in Arabic

  • Official mobile applications

Cons:

  • Self-exclusion is the only responsible gambling tool

Ice Casino – Good Choice of Bonuses

IceCasino is a stylish and comparatively new online casino UAE with a Curacao license and even more, with an eCOGRA certificate. Players can rest assured that their money, data, and their casino wins will be handled safely and with care.

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Bonuses

There are many bonuses for players at IceCasino. The welcome package can be claimed for the first four deposits:

  • 120% match up to $300 plus 120 free spins;

  • 125% match up to $250 plus 50 free spins;

  • 100% match up to $200 plus 25 free spins;

  • 110% match up to $300 plus 25 free spins.

The lowest deposit is $10. Cash bonuses have to be wagered 40 times, free spins have to be wagered 35 times.

Other promotions are High roller bonuses, cashbacks, reload bonuses, drops and wins, and tournaments. The casino’s Loyalty program of 99 levels allows the players to accumulate comp points and exchange them for bonuses and cashbacks.

Games

The casino states that at the time of writing, it has 3,500 games from 90 software providers. The games are slots, live casino online (roulette, blackjack, game shows, sic bo, and lottery), and table games with classic products.

Payments

There are very few payment options that players in the UAE can use. These include Visa, Visa Secure, and Mifinity e-wallet for crypto. Unfortunately, this online casino Dubai does not provide any extra information about payment rules before each player registers. Then they will see their available options and limits.

Pros:

  • eCOGRA certificate of fairness

  • Big welcome package and many other bonuses

  • 24/7 live chat for support

Cons:

  • No Arabic website version

  • No customer support in Arabic

  • Limited payment options

Cat Casino – Best Low Deposit Casino

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This UAE online casino operates according to the concept of “what you see is what you get”. It holds a Curacao license and can accept players from the UAE. Their convenience is guaranteed due to the 24/7 live chat and some responsible gaming tools. This is a nice casino with a decent set of games and simple bonuses.

Bonuses

The welcome package is impressive. It works for the first five deposits and the bonuses are provided in the following manner:

  • 100% match up to $300 plus 150 free spins;

  • 50% match up to $400;

  • 25% match up to $500;

  • 50% match up to $400;

  • 100% match up to $300.

The lowest eligible deposit is $20. Each casino bonus has to be wagered 45 times. The maximum possible win cap for each deposit-withdrawal combination is x10 the initial deposit.

Regular players can also take advantage of cashbacks and participate in tournaments.

Games

The lobby at CatCasino has 3,000 games. The collection has all kinds of slots with different mechanics and in-game features, and there are also fixed jackpot games. The live casino section has plenty of classic and innovative products, from blackjack, roulette, baccarat, craps, sic bo, to game shows.

Payments

Players can make their deposits and later request real money withdrawals in one of the following cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, or Tether. The minimum and maximum withdrawal limits depend on the currency chosen.

Pros:

  • The phone number is indicated

  • A huge welcome package for new players

Cons:

  • no Arabic website version

How to Choose a Real Money Casino in UAE

There are several key criteria that we use when filtering out online casinos for real money in the UAE. These criteria include, among others:

  • License – the UAE doesn’t have any relevant licenses for online casinos, neither local nor foreign. As a result, we have to look for online casinos with licenses from generally reputable agencies like Curacao, MGA, the UKGC, and so on. These are typical licenses for international online casinos that operate in more than one jurisdiction.

  • Arabic version and customer support – like most online casinos that operate globally, the sites we recommend have an English version by default. However, if they target players in the UAE we also double-check if they have an Arabic site version and support.

  • Number of online casino games for real money – the bigger the lobby the better for players. High-quality casinos that operate internationally tend to have more than 2,000 games in their lobbies and they constantly buy new products.

  • Cryptocurrency payment methods – at the time of writing, players in the UAE are not recommended to utilize their usual online payment methods like debit cards and e-wallets for casino payments. Mobile payments can also be risky. This is why crypto payments are crucial for online casinos.

  • VPN-friendly – this is a rare feature in online casinos but some best online casinos with crypto payments do indeed allow their players to use VPNs. This is a great advantage for customers from the UAE.

  • Mobile-compatible (or with an application) – the number of casino players reaching out from mobile devices constantly grows. This is why online casinos for real money must either have mobile-compatible websites or offer adequate non-glitchy apps (or both).

  • Bonuses and promotions – casino players usually enjoy bonuses, so a casino must offer some bonuses for fun. On the other hand, we always double-check if the bonuses are fair and realistic, or if they are just baits to lure in some inexperienced players.

  • Live chat customer support – live chats are very convenient and fast, definitely better than emails. Also, they allow you to quickly send screenshots, links, and other resources which is hard to do by phone, so live chats are the best form of customer support. We also check other customer services, like guidelines, FAQs, help centers, etc.

  • Responsible gambling tools – reputable and high-quality online casinos for real money must provide access to a wide range of responsible gambling tools. These must include a deposit limit, bet/loss limit, time session limit, cooling-off period, and a self-exclusion option. Players must be provided with explanations and resources on responsible gambling and access to the tools in their accounts.

Online Casino Bonuses

Our research of online casinos for the UAE shows that most sites offer welcome bonuses for one or several first deposits, and some reload bonuses as an average promotional policy.

Some casinos have loyalty programs or VIP clubs where users can accumulate points for their real-money play, and then exchange these points for more bonuses.

However, UAE players’ access to these programs may be limited.

Here, we discuss some of the most widespread bonuses that players can find in online casinos:

Welcome bonus: this bonus is available to new players who register their accounts for the first time. The welcome bonuses are given for one deposit or several deposits (in this case, they are called welcome packages). As a rule, these bonuses offer cash match proportionally to the deposit. Sometimes, the casino adds some free spins for online slots to the welcome package.

Free spins: these spins can be granted as an independent bonus or as part of a package. They can be no deposit or deposit-based. As a rule, the casino allows the use of the spins in one or several online slot games. Most spins have wagering requirements attached.

Wagerless bonus: this is a rare bonus that only a few casino sites can afford. It can be cash or spins but the key feature is that it doesn’t have to be wagered through. Even low wagering requirements can be hard to meet, so claiming a wagerless bonus is a great advantage.

Reload: this is a generic name for all bonuses that the casino offers to its users after the welcome bonus has been wagered through. Reload bonuses can have different forms and rules.

Cashback: another rare type of bonus, cashback is essentially a cashback of what the player has wagered or lost in online casino games over a certain time (for example, a week). Cashbacks usually have low wagering requirements and are offered as reload bonuses.

Popular Online Casino Games

The table below lists only a few new and popular online casino games you can find in UAE online casinos. But to know all your options, please pay attention to the fact that there are several main game types.

Online slot games are the most plentiful, the most widespread, and the most popular among casino players. They resemble the classic reel machines but they are way more complicated and entertaining.

Modern video slots are bright and boast the graphics quality of video games. They feature all kinds of themes, offer winning patterns via many different patented mechanics, and have different in-game features.

If you are not sure how a particular mechanic works or what in-game feature does in the game, please read more about it before you play.

Jackpots are also slots but with a twist. Their main attraction is that they have higher-than-average maximum possible wins that a player can trigger. Jackpot games are proportionally fewer than other online slots.

There are different jackpot mechanics as well. Progressive jackpots are the most popular due to record-breaking wins.

The last most popular and widespread game type is table games. These games mimic classic card and table games of land-based casinos but are available online.

The gambler plays against the game mechanic, not against other players.

Game Studio RTP
Jelly Belly Megaways NetEnt 96.08%
Blazing Wilds Megaways Pragmatic Play 96.06%
God of Wealth Hold and Win BGaming 95.24%
2 Wild 2 Die Hacksaw Gaming 96.25%
Paddy’s Pot Mega Moolah JustForTheWin 92.03%
Gold Factory Jackpots Mega Moolah Aurum Signature Studios 93.42%
Starlite Fruits Mega Moolah Neon Valley Studios 92.08%
Single Deck Blackjack MH Play’n GO 98.76%
101 Roulette Playtech 96.19%
Baccarat Pro Platipus N/A

Final Thoughts

Online gambling is still complicated in the UAE, even though it is a major attraction for locals and tourists alike. While a new era might begin with the creation of a local regulating body, as of now, the old limitations and prohibitions are still in place.

This is why we recommend the utmost attention and carefulness to all players reaching out to real-money online casinos from the UAE. Try to use VPNs and give preference to cryptocurrency payment channels.

In all other aspects, the UAE players have access to a wide range of online casinos that operate globally. Also, it makes sense to play with casinos with decent localization that includes 24/7 live chats in Arabic, an Arabic website version, and relevant regulations.

FAQ

What are the best online casinos in the UAE?

According to our research, the best UAE online casinos are N1 Casino, Winz.io, BitStarz, King Billy, Bets.io, and others listed in the review above. You can find more information about each casino site and also explore them on your own if some of your questions are left unanswered.

Are these online casinos safe?

All online casinos that we recommend in this review have reliable licenses from reputable international igaming agencies. These casino sites have safety measures in place, process and store data in compliance with adequate privacy policies, and offer responsible gambling tools for users’ safety. They are also decently localized for the UAE players’ convenience.

How can I sign up at these real money casinos?

Just proceed to the casino website and click the “Sign-Up” or “Register” button. It will take you to the registration form. Indicate all the data the casino requires and confirm a new account creation. After that, you will be able to deposit, claim bonuses, and play real money games.

Can I deposit to online casinos with crypto?

Yes. Most online casinos that target players in the UAE allow payments in crypto. We also have such casinos in our review so you can check them out. Choose an online casino real money that accepts your preferred currencies via payment methods that are convenient for you.

How can I withdraw my winnings from an online casino?

If you have enough winnings on your casino balance to meet the minimum withdrawal limit allowed, you have to make sure your account is verified with the casino team. Otherwise, the withdrawal function will be locked. Next, go to the banking page and place a withdrawal request. The casino team will take time to double-check it and verify that it is really you who requests to withdraw money from your account and will send you the payout.

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Pets

Spašen od sigurne smrti: Vatrogasci izvukli bespomoćnog psa iz ledene rijeke u SAD-u

VATROGASCI u Massachusettsu priskočili su u pomoć psu Rupertu koji je propao kroz led u rijeku Weymouth Fore.

Kada su vatrogasci stigli pronašli su Ruperta kako visi na ledu za prednje šape, ali nije mogao izaći iz vode.

Vatrogasci su obukli ronilačka odijela i upotrijebili uže i pojas za spašavanje kako bi došli do Ruperta i odnijeli ga natrag na obalu kako bi se ponovno ujedinio sa svojom obitelji.

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Shopping Product Reviews

“Nemojte mi to raditi, nemam novaca”: Timberland lansirao čizme povodom Valentinova

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

I TIMBERLAND se pridružuje mnogim drugim brendovima koji su lansirali posebne kolekcije povodom Valentinova. Ova marka za Dan zaljubljenih nudi nove iteracije svojih klasičnih čizama od 6 inča. Poznata silueta dolazi u dvije verzije – ženskoj i dječjoj.

Ženska čizma s platformom Stone Street od 6-inča dolazi u tamnocrvenoj boji, a dječja čizma Junior premium od 6-inča u ružičastoj. 

Oba modela čizama izrađena su od Timberlandove prepoznatljive vodootporne vrhunske kože, imaju OrthoLite memorijsku pjenu i PrimaLoft izolaciju koja štiti cipelu i onoga koji ju nosi od niskih temperatura.

“Predivne”

Timberland ih je predstavio i na Instagramu prije dva dana, a objava je prikupila mnoge komentare. “Prekrasne boje”, “Trebaju mi jedne”, “Ove ružičaste me privlače”, “Predivne”, “Kako su lijepe”, “Opsjednuta sam”, “Nemojte mi to raditi, nemam novaca”, “Volim ih”, “Želim oba para”, “Ružičaste su divne”, “Neka te boje ostanu dio trajne kolekcije”, neki su od njih. 

Modeli su se već pojavili na pojedinim Timberlandovim stranicama i kod odabranih trgovaca. Cijena u europskim Timberlandovim trgovinama je 230 eura za ženske čizme Stone Street u tamnocrvenoj nijansi, a dječja verzija čizama ružičaste boje je 160 eura.

Kod nas smo našli ženske čizme u Zalando trgovini, dok dječje nismo pronašli na stanju u online trgovinama koje šalju k nama. Vjerujemo da je samo pitanje vremena kada će se pojaviti. Oba modela čizama možete detaljnije vidjeti niže. 

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Sports

ENG 140/4, Trail by 50 Runs | India vs England Live Score Updates of 1st Test 2024 Day 3: Ravindra Jadeja Accounts for Jonny Bairstow















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The second day of the 1st Test between India and England resumed with India’s batting and they continued to show the “Bazball” which was and is being hyped over this test series. Yashaswi Jaiswal started with a banger but was taken out by Joe Root in his first over on 80 runs. Later KL Rahul also went on to play a very important innings from India’s end. Rahul went back to the dressing room for a crucial 86. India vs England Free Live Streaming Online, 1st Test 2024 Day 3: How To Watch IND vs ENG Cricket Match Live Telecast on TV?

India managed to take the day home with them as they are still batting on 421 runs at the loss of seven wickets. India leads by 175 runs after the end of Day 2. Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel are still at the crease from India’s side. Jadeja is batting on 81 and Axar Patel on 35 runs. But it will be interesting to see them face the new ball on Day 3. England’s fast bowler Mark Wood is yet to find a wicket. The other four England bowlers being all spinners have found a wicket or two. How to Watch India vs England 1st Test 2024 Day 3 Live Telecast on DD Sports? Get Details of IND vs ENG Match on DD Free Dish, and Doordarshan National TV Channels.

India’s batsmen have gotten out mostly going for the big shots towards the boundary. Such as Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer got out while looking for a six. England will be looking forward to early wickets at the start of Day 3 to take control over India.

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Arts Entertainments

Brad Pitt at Rolex 24 to film scenes for Formula One movie

DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA: Of course Brad Pitt is at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, the most prestigious endurance race in the United States.

The actor is not at Daytona International Speedway as a fan though. He’s actually on track filming scenes for his yet-to-be-titled Formula One movie, and the storyline contains an arc in which Pitt, an aging driver, has returned to sports car racing.

His presence has been a bit of a headache to many of the other drivers in the field, mainly because of the heavy security at the driver motorhome lot, where Pitt has a spot for his downtime during filming. IndyCar driver Scott McLaughlin complained he was denied access to his motorhome because he wasn’t carrying his credential for entry — an unusual rejection for an athlete clearly in uniform coming directly from the racecar.

NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace, a regular in the Daytona infield lot, said he’s been bumped to an overflow lot, same for many of the top drivers in the race. Among them? Former F1 champion Jenson Button and IndyCar driver Colton Herta, who wondered if he should ask Pitt for advice on how to make it into F1.

They’ve all complained that the filming scenes have kept them awake at night as shooting begins long after the track has been cleared of the actual Rolex 24 practices. A filming session requires at least six cars on track at a time.

Among them are three identically prepared Porsche 911 GT3’s painted as the actual movie car. The cars are also identical to the Wright Motorsports entry that will actually race in the twice-round-the-clock event that begins Saturday.

The other cars on track are a Mercedes and a BMW that have been described as “non-descript cars looking like they are racing,” as well as a 1999 Lola V8 that is the official “camera vehicle” and rumbles loud enough to sound like a stock car and keep the drivers awake.

Herta and Button both complained the filming has woken them up this week. Button had a practical view about the disruptions.

“This race is going to be super cool and the lack of sleep is the only issue, but I’m in the cheap seats,” Button said. “I think we’re doing OK. We’ve got a big race coming up and Brad Pitt is playing a part in the event.”

Jerry Bruckheimer, who also produced “Days of Thunder,” is producing this F1 movie. Seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton is both a producer and technical adviser, and the director is Joseph Kosinski, who directed “Top Gun: Maverick.”

It is due for release in summer 2025.

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Cryptocurrency

F&O Strategy: Buy Infosys Call

The short-term outlook turned positive for the stock of Infosys (₹1,669.1). The IT major finds immediate support at ₹1,560 and ₹1,427. The nearest resistance is at ₹1,720. A close above that level will trigger a fresh rally. In that event, the stock can reach ₹1,815. We expect the stock to move with a positive bias.

F&O Pointers: Infosys has witnessed a healthy rollover of 81 per cent to February series. Infosys February futures, at ₹1,676.05 against spot close of ₹1,669.10, indicates a marginal premium. The February futures added open positions steadily. From 3.8 lakh shares on January 12, open positions jumped to 9.32 lakh shares. Option trading indicates that the stock could move between ₹1,500 and ₹1,800.

  • Also read: Mastering Derivatives: Analysing open interest

Points to ponder: Mid-term Budget (on February 1) can trigger a volatility in the stock; and February contracts will have one of the longest trading days (32 days).

Strategy: Consider buying 1,700-call on Infosys. The options closed with a premium of ₹32.40. As the market lot is 400 shares, this would cost traders ₹12,960, which would be the maximum loss. This will happen if Infosys fails to cross ₹1,700.

On the other hand, profit potentials are high, if the stock rallies sharply. A close above ₹1,732.40 will start changing the position profitable. We advise traders to hold the position for at least two weeks.

Initial stop-loss can be placed at ₹20 and can be shifted to ₹30, if the premiums move past ₹38. Then adjust it suitably for individuals’ risk-taking ability. Traders can aim for an initial target of ₹60.

Note: The recommendations are based on technical analysis and F&O positions. There is a risk of loss in trading

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Health Fitness

Bol u rebrima: Što ju uzrokuje i kada je potrebno posjetiti liječnika?

VEĆINA ljudi barem je jednom u životu osjetila bol u rebrima s desne strane tijela. Intenzitet i jačina boli variraju, a čak i kad traje kratko, vrlo je neugodna. Stručnjaci su se složili da se ovakva vrsta boli najviše pojavljuje u određenim situacijama, a zbog nekih od njih morat ćete posjetiti liječnika.

Uglavnom se radi o situacijama koje ne zahtijevaju pregled stručnjaka, ali trebali biste potražiti pomoć ako je bol toliko jaka da ne možete normalno funkcionirati. Ovu problematiku za Today komentirao je dr. Amit Bhan, istaknuvši da “ako vas bol sprječava da radite ili uživate u danu, posjetite svog liječnika”. 

Bolovi u mišićima

Često je iznenadna bol na desnoj strani ispod rebara uzrokovana istezanjem mišića. To uključuje interkostalne mišiće između rebara, dijafragmu ili kose trbušne mišiće, objašnjava dr. John Vasudevan.

Do napetosti ili zategnutosti mišića obično dolazi zbog opterećivanja, uvijanja ili zamaha u sportovima poput golfa ili tenisa. No, do boli interkostalnih mišića može doći i zbog lošeg držanja ili predugog sjedenja za stolom. Nategnuti ili istegnuti mišić obično nije ozbiljan problem i zacijelit će sam od sebe za nekoliko tjedana, kaže Vasuvedan.

Pogrešno spavanje

Spavanje na desnom boku ili u čudnom položaju može uzrokovati bol u desnim rebrima nakon što se probudite, ističu liječnici. “Ponekad bol ispod rebra nije ništa drugo nego rezultat pogrešnog spavanja”, objašnjava dr. Gregory Cooper.

Razlog tomu je što spavanje na jednoj strani ili s iskrivljenim trupom može stvoriti prekomjerni pritisak na rebra ili napregnuti međurebrene mišiće tijekom noći. Savjetuju da pokušate spavati u uspravnom položaju, na leđima. 

Problemi s jetrom

Vasudevan ističe da, ako osjećamo bol u desnom rebru a nismo učinili ništa što bi bol moglo uzrokovati, to bi mogao biti znak da postoje problemi s unutarnjim organima u tom dijelu tijela. To ne mora nužno značiti da odmah imate problema s jetrom. No, ako uz bol primijetite simptome poput žutice, svrbeža kože, tamnog urina, promjene boje stolice, umora i gubitka apetita, svakako bi se trebali obratiti liječniku. 

Prejako kašljanje ili kihanje

Jak kašalj ili kihanje također mogu uzrokovati bol u području ispod desne strane rebra. Ozbiljan kašalj može se pojaviti zbog prehlade, respiratorne infekcije, pušenja ili bolesti pluća, poput astme, napominju stručnjaci, prenosi Today.

Do boli dolazi zato što “kašljanje i kihanje pritišću međurebrene mišiće između rebara i uzrokuju njihov jači rad”, dr. Vasudevan. Dodaje da čak i ako ne kišemo dulje vrijeme, jak kašalj ili kihanje mogu uzrokovati istezanje mišića i bol. 

Bol uzrokovana nemogućnošću ispuštanja plinova

Plin zarobljen u crijevima može biti vrlo bolan. Kako prenosi Today, debelo crijevo ima dvije točke iznad prsnog koša gdje se savija. Kada višak plinova iz probave ili gutanja zraka ne prolazi kroz sustav, može se akumulirati u ovom dijelu probavnog trakta. To može uzrokovati osjetljivost ili probadajuću bol u desnoj strani, ispod rebara. 

U većini slučajeva problem će se riješiti sam od sebe. Možete si pomoći povećanjem unosa vlakana i uzimanjem lijekova koji se izdaju bez recepta, a koji će pomoći ublažiti nakupljene plinove i bol. 

Gastrointestinalni problemi

Uobičajeni uzrok boli u desnom rebru su gastrointestinalni problemi, kao što su probavne smetnje i gastroezofagealna refluksna bolest (GERB). “Ako se bol pogorša jelom ili postom, to bi moglo značiti da je povezana s gornjim dijelom probavnog sustava”, objašnjava dr. Joseph Murray. Dodaje da “ponekad debelo crijevo može doživjeti grč, što se često događa kod sindroma iritabilnog crijeva, a to se može manifestirati na desnoj strani ispod rebara”.

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“Vrlo dramatično”: Pogledajte reakciju štenca koji je posjetio veterinara

REDOVITI pregledi kod veterinara ključni su za dobro zdravlje pasa, a neki traju i manje od nekoliko minuta. No za neke je pse i to previše. Vlasnica rotvajlera Jill Spuria na TikToku je podijelila video dramatične reakcije svog ljubimca dok je bio kod veterinara.

Snimka prikazuje štene rotvajlera u naručju veterinara koji mu štrcaljkom pokušava dati tekućinu za koju se čini da je sredstvo protiv glista.

Vrhunac videa je preuveličana reakcija malog rotvajlera s otvorenim ustima koji izražava šok. Vlasnica se u naslovu objave našalila: “Vrlo dramatično.”

Objava je skupila preko 32 milijuna pregleda i više od 3.8 milijuna lajkova. Gledatelji su bili oduševljeni, a mnogi su podijelili kako i oni žele rotvajlera.

Jedna korisnica napisala je: “Sviđa mi se kako su štenci rotvajlera debeli i zdepasti.” Jedan vlasnik psa podijelio je vlastito iskustvo: “Moji stariji psi jednostavno mrze lijekove. Također, nikad ne žele otvoriti usta.”

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Nakratko smo isprobali nove Samsung Galaxy S24 telefone. AI značajke su impresivne

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

JUČER smo bili na eventu u Zagrebu povodom lansiranja najnovije Samsungove linije telefona Galaxy S24 i imali priliku nakratko se poigrati novim uređajima. Moramo priznati da su nas impresionirali, a najviše su nas se dojmile AI značajke, koje su i bile u fokusu prilikom lansiranja. 

>> Samsung službeno predstavio nove telefone. Ovdje su svi detalji i cijene

Tako smo na eventu isprobali sva tri nova uređaja – S24, S24+ i S24 Ultra. Što se tiče samog dizajna, modeli su prilično slični prethodnoj generaciji. Najveća promjena je kod Galaxy S24 Ultra telefona, koji ima tijelo od titana i dolazi u četiri boje – titan crna, titan siva, titan ljubičasta i titan žuta.

S24 Ultra je prilično lagan unatoč tome što se radi o velikom telefonu

Što se tiče glavnih specifikacija, ima Dynamic AMOLED 2x zaslon od 6.8 inča i brzinu osvježavanje od 120 Hz. Glavna četverostruka kamera nudi 200 MP (OIS širokokutna), 12 MP (ultra-širokokutna), 10 MP (telefoto) i 50 MP (periskopska telefoto). Nudi 5 x i 3 x optički zum. Prednja kamera ima 12 MP.

Tu je i Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 čipset, a što se tiče memorije, dolazi u tri opcije – 256 GB, 512 GB i 1 TB. Također, ima podršku za S Pen. U ruci je relativno lagan unatoč tome što je najveći od trojca i prilično velik telefon. Za kratko vrijeme, koliko smo ga stigli isprobati, najviše nas se dojmio, što je i očekivano.  

Galaxy S24 i S24+ dolaze u istim opcijama boje

Galaxy S24+ ima 6.7-inčni Dynamic AMOLED 2x zaslon te brzinu osvježavanja od 120 Hz. Dolazi s trostrukom stražnjom kamerom – 50 MP (OIS širokokutna), 12 MP (ultra-širokokutna) i 10 MP (telefoto). Prednja kamera ima 12 MP. Dolazi u dvije opcije – 256 GB i 12 GB RAM-a te 512 GB i 12 GB RAM-a.

Galaxy S24 je najmanji iz nove serije. Ima 6.2-inčni Dynamic AMOLED 2x zaslon, maksimalnu brzinu osvježavanja 120 Hz i trostruku glavnu kameru – 50 MP (OIS širokokutna), 12 MP (ultra-širokokutna) i10 MP (telefoto). Prednja kamera ima 12 MP. Dolazi u dvije opcije pohrane – 128 GB i 8 GB RAM-a te 256 GB i 8 GB RAM-a.

Galaxy S24 i S24+ dolaze u istim opcijama boje – kobalt ljubičasta, jantarno žuta, oniks crna  i mramorno siva. 

AI značajke su nas oduševile

Sada kada smo pokrili specifikacije, prebacujemo se na ono čime smo ostali oduševljeni – AI značajke. Samsung je radio s Googleom na pojedinim AI značajkama za svoje nove telefone, a pojedine se mogu naći i na Pixel 8 i 8 Pro telefonima.

Mi smo ove značajke isprobali na sva tri nova Samsungova telefona te na svima funkcioniraju podjednako dobro. Isprobali smo značajke Circle to Search (Zaokruži, pronađi), alate za uređivanje fotografija, Note Assist i Browsing Assist (pomoć pri pretraživanju i pregledavanju online stranica). 

Circle to Search je genijalna značajka koju bismo često koristili da je imamo na telefonu. Naime, omogućava unutar aplikacije ili internetske stranice da zaokružite objekt/subjekt koji vas zanima te vam potom Google ispod izlista ono što vas interesira.

Pojednostavljeno, na internetu potraži ono što ste zaokružili. Nešto u stilu Google by Image (pretraživanje putem slike), samo što u ovom slučaju ne morate izaći sa stranice ili aplikacije da biste obavili pretragu i sve je maksimalno olakšano.

Uređivanje fotografija nas se isto dojmilo. Isprobali smo tu značajku na nekoliko fotki. Pomicali smo subjekt gore i dolje po fotografiji i sl. Potom bi AI ispunio ostatak fotke kako bi izgledala kao da je upravo tako uhvaćena.

Vrijedi napomenuti da je potrebno prilično dobro obuhvatiti objekt/subjekt inače ruka ili neki drugi detalj ostane, a AI to ne pomakne kamo želite. Ovo je puno jednostavnije raditi s S Penom nego rukom. No prilično je zgodna značajka koja bi mogla biti od koristi kreatorima. Vrijedi istaknuti i da je jako brza u obradi fotki. Za doslovno nekoliko sekundi imate novu fotku. 

Pojedine AI značajke stižu i na starije Samsungove uređaje

Sumiranje stranice je isto značajka koju bismo često koristili, a dio je Browsing Assista. Naime, pomoću te značajke članak na nekoj internetskoj stranici možete kompletno sumirati u par paragrafa. Odlično za one koji ne vole čitati dugačke tekstove ili samo žele preletjeti po glavnim natuknicama da vide zanima li ih taj tekst uopće.

Također, vrijedi napomenuti da bi pojedine AI značajke trebale doći i na neke starije modele, o čemu smo već pisali ovdje. Osim toga, Galaxy AI značajke bit će dostupne besplatno do kraja 2025. na podržanim Samsung Galaxy uređajima. Pretpostavka je da će biti uvedeno plaćanje za njihovo korištenje, ali zasad marka nije ništa službeno potvrdila.

Što se tiče cijena uređaja, i njih smo već ranije pokrili. No ponovit ćemo ih i ovdje – S24 Ultra kreće od 1499 eura, S24+ kreće od 1199 eura, a S24 kreće od 899 eura. Više o novim telefonima možete vidjeti na službenoj stranici ovdje. 

Za kraj, možemo samo zaključiti da je Samsung ovim AI značajkama svakako podignuo očekivanja te se nadamo da će sve više novih telefona krenuti u tom smjeru. 

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A tiresome visual extravaganza with few joys

There are stretches where MV delivers a high, like when it assumes the look and feel of a 70s Bollywood masala entertainer, most notably, Sholay — when we get treated to a Mehbooba-style dance number. It’s also entertaining when, briefly, it recalls certain moments in Double Barrel, like a European villainess trained in martial arts, or when you hear not only different Indian languages but also foreign ones. 

Those who grew up on a steady diet of Mohanlal classics will find some of MV‘s images and themes reminiscent of those in Thenmavin Kombathu, Yodha, Guru, or even Abhimanyu. One piece of Prasanth Pillai’s phenomenal score even recalls ‘Mandaara Cheppundo‘ from Dasaratham, fitting when MV has characters later revealed to be adopted children.

One can also derive considerable joy from seeing LJP being a complete magician with his frames (shot by Madhu Neelakandan), some of which may or may not have employed miniatures and matte paintings — or their possible emulation through CGI. These are assumptions, of course. A near-obsessive and self-indulgent quality marks numerous frames, which are bound to be picked apart by the ‘brilliance’ teams in Malayalam film groups. Nothing wrong with that, of course, but ‘brilliant’ shots alone do not make a movie. MV ends with the promise of a sequel. I have only one question: Why? 

Director: Lijo Jose Pellissery

​Cast: Mohanlal, Hareesh Peradi, Sonalee Kulkarni

Rating: 2/5 stars

(This story originally appeared on Cinema Express)

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Cryptocurrency

BLS E-Services IPO opens on Jan 30; price band set at ₹Rs 129-135/share

Technology-backed service provider BLS E-Services Ltd has set a price band of ₹129-135 per share for its initial public offering (IPO), that will open for bidding on January 30.

  • Also read:IPO screener: Nova Agritech’s blockbuster issue closes today

The issue will open for public subscription on January 30, and close on February 1, 2024, a company release said.

The firm is offering up to 2.3 crore equity shares, excluding pre-IPO placement in the offering.

Anchor investor bidding will be on January 29, it added.

Investors can bid for a minimum of 108 equity shares and in multiples of 108 thereafter, the company said.

“The company proposes to utilise net proceeds from fresh issue of equity shares to strengthen its technologyinfrastructure to develop new capabilities and consolidate its existing platforms; funding initiatives for organic growth by setting up of BLS Stores; achieving inorganic growth through acquisitions; and general corporate purposes,” it said.

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Health Fitness

Jeste li čuli za špinani šećer? Napitak od dva jeftina sastojka pomaže kod kašlja

ŠTO JE ŠPINANI šećer, napitak koji su mnogi kao mali mrzili, a sad su sretni što znaju za njega jer im, kako tvrde, pomaže kod kašlja i grlobolje? Riječ je o toplom i vrlo jednostavnom napitku koji se sastoji od šećera i mlijeka. Za dvije šalice potrebne su vam 3 žlice šećera i 500 ml mlijeka.

>> Recept za špinani šećer

U širi lonac s debljim dnom stavite šećer pa ga zagrijte i tresite (nemojte miješati ni dolaziti mu blizu nekom metalnom žlicom) da se ravnomjerno otopi. Neka dobije svijetlosmeđu boju, no nemojte da potamni jer će tada napitak biti neugodnog, gorkog okusa.

Na rastopljeni šećer ulijte mlijeko i lagano prokuhajte da se karamelizirani šećer potpuno otopi i nastane jednolična tekućina. Pijte dok je toplo.

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The Colonoscopies Were Free. But the ‘Surgical Trays’ Came With $600 Price Tags.

Chantal Panozzo and her husband followed their primary care doctors’ orders last year after they both turned 45, now the recommended age to start screening for colorectal cancer. They scheduled their first routine colonoscopies a few months apart.

Panozzo said she was excited to get a colonoscopy, of all things, because it meant free care. The couple run a business out of their suburban home near Chicago and purchase coverage costing more than $1,400 each month for their family of four on the exchange, which was created by the Affordable Care Act.

By law, preventive services — including routine colonoscopies — are available at zero cost to patients. So Panozzo said she expected their screenings would be fully covered.

“This was our chance to get our free preventative care,” she said.

Their results came back normal, she said.

Then the bills came.

The Patients: Chantal Panozzo, who uses her maiden name professionally, now 46, and Brian Opyd, 45, are covered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois.

Medical Services: Two routine colonoscopies (one for him, one for her), as recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force for patients beginning at age 45.

Service Provider: Illinois Gastroenterology Group in Hinsdale. The practice is part of the private equity-backed GI Alliance, which has more than 800 gastroenterologists working in 15 states, including Florida, Missouri, and Texas.

Total Bill: For each colonoscopy, the gastroenterology group charged $2,034 before any insurance discounts or reductions. After discounts, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois said it was responsible for paying $395.18 for Brian’s screening and $389.24 for Chantal’s.

But apart from the screening costs, the total included a $600 charge for each patient — though insurance documents did not identify what the charge was for. This left Chantal and Brian each with a $250 bill, the amount allowed by BCBS of Illinois, which was applied to their deductibles.

What Gives: Panozzo and her husband’s experience exposes a loophole in the law meant to guarantee zero-cost preventive services: Health care providers may bill how they choose as long as they abide by their contracts with insurance — including for whatever goods or services they choose to list, and in ways that could leave patients with unexpected bills for “free” care.

After their screenings, Panozzo said she and her husband each saw the same strange $600 charge from the Illinois Gastroenterology Group on their insurance explanation of benefits statements. Bills from the gastroenterology group explained these charges were for “surgical supplies.” Her insurer eventually told her the codes were for “surgical trays.”

At first, she was confused, Panozzo said: Why were they receiving any bills at all?

The Affordable Care Act requires preventive care services to be fully covered without any cost sharing imposed on patients — procedures such as colonoscopies, mammograms, and cervical cancer checks.

Policymakers included this hallmark protection because, for many patients, cost can deter them from seeking care. A KFF poll in 2022 found that roughly 4 in 10 adults skipped or postponed care they needed due to cost concerns.

Under the law, though, it is the insurer’s responsibility to make preventive care available at zero-cost to patients. Providers may exploit this loophole, said Sabrina Corlette, a research professor and co-director of the Center on Health Insurance Reforms at Georgetown University.

“The insurance company is supposed to pay the full claim, but there is no requirement on the provider to code the claim correctly,” Corlette said.

In this case, BCBS of Illinois covered the full cost of the screenings the couple received, according to its own documents. But those documents also showed that each patient was on the hook for a portion of their separate, $600 charges.

Panozzo thought a phone call with her insurer, BCBS of Illinois, would quickly fix the mistake. But she said she spent most of her time on hold and could not get an answer as to why the colonoscopy came with a separate charge for supplies. She said she learned in later communications with her insurer that the $600 was specifically for “surgical trays.”

BCBS of Illinois declined to comment despite receiving a waiver authorizing the insurer to discuss the case.

Panozzo said that she called the gastroenterology practice and was told by a billing representative that the extra charge was part of an arrangement the practice has with BCBS: She recalled being told that the practice was accustomed to keying in a billing code for “surgical trays” in lieu of a separate fee, which was described to Panozzo as a “use cost” for the doctor’s office.

“I was getting a different story from any person I talked to,” Panozzo said.

She said she was stuck in “no man’s land,” with each side telling her the other was responsible for removing the charge.

Stuck in “no man’s land,” Chantal Panozzo says the physician group and insurance company each told her the other was responsible for a strange charge on her and her husband’s medical bills. “I was getting a different story from any person I talked to,” she says. (Taylor Glascock for KFF Health News)

The Resolution: Panozzo went wide with her objections, contesting the total $500 they owed by filing appeals with her insurer; lodging a complaint with the Illinois Department of Insurance; and writing to her elected officials, warning that Illinois consumers were being “taken advantage of” and “ripped off.”

Ultimately, BCBS approved both appeals, saying neither Panozzo nor her husband was expected to pay the charges.

An administrative employee reached by phone at the Illinois Gastroenterology Group location where the couple was treated said they could not comment and directed KFF Health News to contact an executive with GI Alliance, the national group that manages the practice. Neither the executive nor media relations representatives responded to multiple requests for comment.

Panozzo said that, in the past, she would have paid the bill to avoid wasting time haggling with the doctor, insurer, or both. But getting hit with the same bill twice? That was too much for her to accept, she said.

“If change is ever going to happen, I need to stop accepting some of these bills that I knew were potentially incorrect,” Panozzo said.

The Takeaway: Medical providers have broad leeway to determine how they bill for care, including by deciding how to identify what goods or services are provided. This means patients may get stuck with charges for unfamiliar or downright bizarre things.

And because the law doesn’t address how providers bill patients for preventive services, odd charges can crop up even for care that should be fully covered.

Research also shows private equity ownership, which has been increasing in specialties like gastroenterology, can lead to higher costs for patients, as well as lower quality care.

For patients, “under federal law, there is no recourse,” Corlette said. State regulatory bodies may go after these providers for billing patients for covered services, but that can be a mixed bag, Corlette said.

Insurers should crack down on this kind of practice with the providers participating in their networks, Corlette said. Otherwise, patients are stuck in the middle, left to contest what should be “free” care — and at the mercy of the insurance appeals process.

Health plans may not catch billing oddities — after all, for a major insurer, a charge of $600 may not be worth investigating. That leaves patients ultimately responsible for keeping track of what they’re being asked to pay — and speaking up if something seems suspicious.

Panozzo said the experience left her feeling defeated, exhausted, and distrustful of America’s health care system.

Having lived abroad with her family for almost 10 years, she said, “I could function in a health care system in German better than I could here in English.”

KFF Health News senior producer Zach Dyer reported the audio story.

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Lifestyle Fashion

‘Paris in the Rain!’ Suhana Khan Shares Mesmerising Pics From Her Trip to French Capital on Insta

Actor Suhana Khan recently explored the grandeur of the City of Love, Paris. Suhana Khan took to her Instagram to share pictures from her recent trip. She captioned the post, “Paris in the rain.” In the first picture, The Archies actor looked beautiful in a grey sweater. The third picture showcased Suhana sitting in a coffee shop. One of the pictures also showcased the actor and her best friend, Ananya Panday, making her International runway debut at the Paris Haute Couture Week 2024. Ananya Panday Slays in International Runway Debut with Rahul Mishra at Paris Haute Couture Week Show (Watch Video).

Ananya walked the ramp wearing a butterfly sieve dress. She carried a sieve adorned with butterfly motifs with her hands. It seems like it is attached to the minidress underneath in black colour. As soon as she dropped the pictures, fans and industry friends chimed the comment section. Ananya commented, “My suizieeee pie.” Shanaya Kapoor wrote, “Wowwww (heart-eye)”. Suhana Khan Shares ‘Wow Worthy’ Paris Photo Dump Featuring BFF Ananya Panday’s Haute Couture Walk in Latest Instagram Post (View Pics).

Pics of Suhana Khan From Paris Vacay:

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan made her entry into the film industry with her debut film, The Archies. Ananya, on the other hand, recently impressed the audience with her stint in Netflix’s film Kho Gaye Hum Kahan.

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Video doga koje padaju na ledu pogledali milijuni, scena izgleda kao crtić

KAYLY Reed je na svom TikToku podijelila smiješan video svoja dva blesava ljubimca. Naime, Kayly je snimila trenutak kada je svoje dvije doge pozvala u kuću, a one su kao u crtiću pale na ledu jedna za drugom.

Ovi veliki i smiješni psi nisu si nikako mogli pomoći kada su stali na sklizak led. Video je na TikToku u dva dana pogledalo više od devet milijuna ljudi. Da bi video bio još smješniji, Kayli je u pozadinu stavila i zvuk koji jako podsjeća na scene iz crtića uz koje smo odrasli. 

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Na Redditu se povela rasprava o novim OnePlus telefonima i cijenama u EU: “Ludost”

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

ONEPLUS je ranije ovog tjedna lansirao svoje nove pametne telefone – 12 i 12R – globalno. Telefoni su stigli i na naše tržište, i to po cijenama od 729 eura za OnePlus 12R, dok je OnePlus 12 nešto skuplji i kreće s početnom cijenom od 979 eura, a redovna cijena skuplje verzije je 1149 eura.

No ovi uređaji su jeftiniji u nekim drugim zemljama, primjerice u Americi – OnePlus 12 kreće s cijenom od 899.99 dolara, a OnePlus 12 R s cijenom od 499.99 dolara – te su neki izrazili svoje nezadovoljstvo tom činjenicom. 

“Čini se da je tržište EU nepravedno tretirano lansiranjem OnePlus 12 telefona, koji se prodaje po cijeni od 949 eura u usporedbi s cijenom od 799 dolara u SAD-u za potpuno istu verziju od 12 + 256 GB. 949 eura jednako je 1030 dolara, što je prilično suluda razlika u cijeni od gotovo 30%! I da, uključujući maksimalnu poreznu stopu u SAD-u od 10% još uvijek rezultira razlikom od 150 dolara”, požalio se jedan korisnik Reddita.

“To je suluda razlika u cijeni”

Uslijedili su brojni komentari. Prenosimo neke od njih. 

“1100 eura i nema mogućnosti staro za novo. Ponuda za EU je jako loša. I naravno, slušalice su trenutno rasprodane. Kupit ću S24 koji je jeftiniji od ovoga”, napisao je jedan korisnik referirajući se na cijenu OnePlusa 12 u verziji 16 GB RAM-a i 512 GB pohrane. 

“Nemamo mogućnost staro za novo ni druge pogodnosti koje imaju na američkom tržištu. Dakle, očito ih ne zanima EU tržište”, napisao je drugi. 

“Dugo sam čekao OnePlus 12 samo da bi me razočarala suludo visoka cijena ovdje u Švedskoj. 12.490 kr (1102.81 eura) za opciju od 16 GB RAM-a je apsurdno plus nema ponude zamjene stari telefon za novi i nema slušalica. Definitivno ću sada potražiti druge opcije iako sam ovoj tvrtki vjeran od početka. Jako tužno, popravi to OnePlus”, napisao je treći. 

“Jebote. 1099 eura za 512 GB. Isuse. Naručio sam S24 Ultra za 950 i drago mi je što nisam čekao OnePlus 12. Što se ovdje dogodilo?” dodao je četvrti. 

“To je suluda razlika u cijeni. Obično se telefoni lansiraju po istoj nominalnoj cijeni, ali u različitim valutama (npr. 799 eur/799 dolara), što je još uvijek skuplje za EU, ali razumljivo. Ovo je ipak ludost”, napisao je jedan korisnik Reddita. 

“Za to možete zahvaliti EU”

“Tražio sam novi telefon, čekao sva nova izdanja, OnePlus 12 mi je najdraži. Nakon što sam vidio cijenu od 950 eura, nema šanse da ga kupim. Mogu dobiti Pixel 8 Pro po potpuno istoj cijeni. Također sam upravo vidio recenziju na GSMAreni, kamere su pristojne, ali ni blizu najboljih. Sada ću samo pričekati globalnu cijenu Vivo X100 Pro, ako bude slična, odlučit ću se za njega”, nadovezala se jedna osoba. 

“Za to možete zahvaliti EU. PDV je ono što doprinosi toj razlici u cijeni. Ista stvar se događa sa Samsungom i Appleom”, zaključio je jedan korisnik. 

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YouTube removes over 1,000 videos of celebrity AI scam ads

SAN FRANCISCO: Google-owned YouTube has deleted more than 1,000 deepfake scam ad videos of celebrities from its platform.

YouTube said it is “investing heavily” to stop AI celebrity scam ads.

After a 404 Media probe into such fake celebrity ads, YouTube deleted more than 1,000 videos tied to an advertising ring that used AI to make celebrities like Taylor Swift, Steve Harvey, and Joe Rogan promote Medicare scams.

Such videos had nearly 200 million views, with both users and celebrities regularly complaining about them, said the report.

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Cryptocurrency

Nova Agritech IPO turns blockbuster, subscribed 109 times

The initial public offering of Nova Agritech saw overwhelming response from all category investors with the issue being subscribed over 109 times, as non-institutions bid aggressively. The IPO, which came out with a price band of ₹39-41, received bids for 277.94 crore shares against 2.54 crore shares (net off anchor portion) on offer.

The NII category received bids 224 times, while the portion for retail investors was subscribed 77.10 times and that of qualified institutional buyers 79.31 times. The ₹143.81-crore IPO from the soil health management, crop nutrition and crop protection products company consisted of a fresh issue of ₹112 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of up to 77,58,620 shares (worth ₹31.81 crore) by the selling shareholder, Nutalapati Venkatasubbarao.

On Friday, the company raised ₹43.14 crore from anchor investors as part of IPO fundraising exercise. Among them were Quantum-State Investment Fund, Neomile Growth Fund, AG Dynamic Funds limited and Saint Capital Fund.

Utility of funds

The company plans to use the net proceeds worth ₹14.20 crore for investment in its subsidiary Nova Agri Sciences to set up a new formulation plant, ₹10.49 crore for funding capital expenditure and towards expansion of its existing formulation plant.

The company will utilise ₹26.65 crore for funding the working capital requirements of Nova Agritech and ₹43.36 crore for investment in Nova Agri Sciences’ working capital requirements.

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Health Fitness

Znanstvenica otkrila zašto je problematično ako možemo brzo zaspati

SPAVANJE ima veliki utjecaj na naše zdravlje. Pomaže funkcioniranju našeg mozga, štiti od bolesti srca i podržava naš imunološki sustav. Premda neki možda misle da je dobro što mogu brzo zaspati, znanstvenica specijalizirana za spavanje, Rebecca Robbins, tvrdi drukčije.

“Da, stvarno možete zaspati prebrzo”, rekla je Robbins za NPR, što prenosi Yahoo. Ističe da je spavanje proces i da je mit da je dobro ako možemo odmah zaspati.

“Zapravo, trebalo bi vam oko 15-20 minuta da zaspite. Ako vam treba puno manje vremena od toga, to bi mogao biti znak da ste se premorili ili da ste u stalnom stanju iscrpljenosti”, objasnila je.

Naglašava da je to osobito istinito ako možemo zaspati bilo gdje i bilo kada, uključujući neudobna mjesta poput vlaka ili za stolom.

“Dakle, ako spadate u ovu kategoriju, možda biste trebali osigurati da noću spavate dovoljno, odnosno najmanje sedam sati”, zaključila je Robbins.

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Health Enters the Presidential Race

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Based on the results of the first-in-the-nation primary in New Hampshire, it appears more likely than ever before that the 2024 presidential election will be a rerun of 2020: Joe Biden versus Donald Trump. And health is shaping up to be a key issue.

Trump is vowing — again — to repeal the Affordable Care Act, which is even more popular than it was when Republicans failed to muster the congressional votes to kill it in 2017. Biden is doubling down on support for contraception and abortion rights.

And both are expected to highlight efforts to rein in the cost of prescription drugs.

This week’s panelists are Julie Rovner of KFF Health News, Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, Anna Edney of Bloomberg News, and Jessie Hellmann of CQ Roll Call.

Among the takeaways from this week’s episode:

  • Trump had a strong showing in the New Hampshire GOP primary. But Biden may be gathering momentum himself from an unexpected source: Drug industry lawsuits challenging his administration’s Medicare price negotiation plan could draw attention to Biden’s efforts to combat rising prescription drug prices, a major pocketbook issue for many voters.
  • Biden’s drug pricing efforts also include using the government’s so-called march-in rights on pharmaceuticals, which could allow the government to lower prices on certain drugs — it’s unclear which ones. Meanwhile, Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont is calling on his committee to subpoena the CEOS of two drugmakers in the latest example of lawmakers summoning Big Pharma executives to the Hill to answer for high prices.
  • More than a year after the Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to an abortion, abortion opponents gathered in Washington, D.C., for the March for Life rally, looking now to continue to advance their priorities under a future conservative presidency.
  • One avenue that abortion opponents are eying is the 19th-century Comstock Act, which could not only prohibit the mailing of abortion pills to patients, but also prevent them from being mailed to clinics and medical facilities. Considering the abortion pill is now used in more than half of abortions nationwide, it would amount to a fairly sweeping ban.
  • And state legislators continue to push more restrictive abortion laws, targeting care for minors and rape exceptions in particular. The ongoing quest to winnow access to the procedure amid public reservations reflected in polling and ballot initiatives highlights that, for at least some abortion opponents, fetuses are framed as an oppressed minority whose rights should not be subject to a majority vote.

Also this week, Rovner interviews Sarah Somers, legal director of the National Health Law Program, about the potential effects on federal health programs if the Supreme Court overturns a 40-year-old precedent established in the case Chevron USA v. Natural Resources Defense Council.

Plus, for “extra credit,” the panelists suggest health policy stories they read this week that they think you should read, too:

Julie Rovner: Health Affairs’ “‘Housing First’ Increased Psychiatric Care Office Visits and Prescriptions While Reducing Emergency Visits,” by Devlin Hanson and Sarah Gillespie.

Alice Miranda Ollstein: Stat’s “The White House Has a Pharmacy — And It Was a Mess, a New Investigation Found,” by Brittany Trang.

Anna Edney: The New Yorker’s “What Would It Mean for Scientists to Listen to Patients?” by Rachael Bedard.

Jessie Hellmann: North Carolina Health News’ “Congenital Syphilis — An Ancient Scourge — Claimed the Lives of Eight NC Babies Last Year,” by Jennifer Fernandez.

Also mentioned on this week’s podcast:

Stat’s “Pharma’s Attack on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Might Benefit Biden,” by John Wilkerson.

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95 milijuna pregleda: Čovjek je mačku izradio jastučić, njegova reakcija topi srca

LJUBIMCI često osvajaju srca korisnika društvenih mreža. U novom internet hitu, mačak George osvojio je srca milijuna korisnika Instagrama. Otac vlasnice Georgeu je ručno izradio jastučić, a njegova reakcija oduševila je preko 95 milijuna ljudi.

Snimka prikazuje Georgea kako odmara na pokrivaču, a tata njegove gazdarice mu dodaje sićušni jastuk. Mačak je odmah naslonio glavu na jastučić, što je rastopilo srca korisnika koji su pogledali video.

Snimka je podijeljena 17. siječnja, a prikupila je 7.9 milijuna lajkova. Mnogi korisnici nisu skrivali svoje oduševljenje. Jedan je korisnik komentirao: “George će imati najbolji san u svom životu.” Druga se korisnica našalila: “Baš me briga što sam alergična, nabavit ću mačku!”

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“Ovaj trik je odličan:” Odčepite svoje odvode za manje od 2 eura

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

IMATE li relativno često problem sa začepljenim odvodima? Vjerojatno su zatrpani raznoraznim smećem koje je potrebno razgraditi kako biste uopće mogli adekvatno očistiti odvode i vratiti ih u dobro stanje. Za to ne morate kupovati skupe proizvode za čišćenje odvoda. Potrebne su vam dvije stvari koje vjerojatno imate u svojem domu.

“Puno sigurnije”

U pitanju su alkoholni ocat i soda bikarbona. Postupak je jednostavan. Prvo istresite sodu bikarbonu u odvod, a zatim dodajte ocat. Ubrzo će se zapjeniti. Nakon nekoliko minuta, isperite vrućom vodom. Ako niste sve odštopali, ponovite postupak, kao u ovom videu.

“Odlično”, “Sodu bikarbonu i ocat obično koristim za loše mirise”, “Ovaj trik je odličan, mama me je njemu naučila”, “Hvala ti što si ovo podijelio”, “Puno sigurnije nego sredstva za čišćenje na bazi lužine”, “Pokušala sam nakon što sam vidjela ovo i upalilo je” neki su od komentara ispod videa.

Ako nemate ova dva proizvoda u svojem domu, drugi put ih ubacite u svoju košaricu. U trgovinama se ocat robne marke može naći po cijeni od 70 centi, kao i soda bikarbona. U konačnici ćete potrošiti manje od dva eura na ovaj trik.

A ako vas zanimaju noviteti i dobre akcije, pratite naše Index šoping-liste.

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Arts Entertainments

Illaiyaraaja’s daughter and national award-winning singer Bhavatharini passes away at 47

National award-winning singer Bhavatharini, daughter of music maestro Illaiyaraaja, has passed away at the relatively young age of 47.

She was ill and reportedly in Sri Lanka when she passed away.

Bhavatharini made her singing debut in the Prabhudeva-starrer Raasaiyya in 1995, rendering the chartbuster Masthana Masthana composed by her father.

It was the rendition of Mayil Pola Ponnu Onnu under Ilaiyaraaja’s music direction in the film Bharathi (released in 2000) that won her the national award in 2001.

Among Bhavatharini’s notable vocal renditions include — Ennai Thalatta Varuvala from Kadhalukku Mariyadhai (1997), Thendral Varum from Friends (2001), Oliyile Therivadhu Devadhaya from Azhagi (2002), Kaatril Varum Geethame from Oru Naal Oru Kanavu (2005), Thaaliyae Thevaiyilla from Thaamirabharani (2007), Gumm Summ Gumm from Paa (2009) and Athadi Athadi from Anegan (2014).

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Auto

Porsche 911 996-generation goes off-road thanks to Danish coachbuilder

There’s no shortage of companies that specialize in transforming the Porsche 911 into an off-roader, but most of these builds start with an older air-cooled model that costs a significant amount of money. Denmark-based coachbuilder KALMAR Automotive wants to make high-performance off-roading accessible to a wider audience, so it developed a kit that brings SUV-like updates to the newer 996-generation 911.

Known as the Rally Special-6 (RS-6), the build starts with a donor car that can be either a 911 Carrera, a 911 Carrera 4, or a 911 Turbo. KALMAR then installs a limited-slip differential and a redesigned suspension system that includes inverted front shock absorbers, specific springs, and new bushings. The changes also include a subframe kit that adjusts the car’s roll center, a strut brace, and beefier driveshafts.

Underbody protection plates and 16-inch wheels wrapped by spiked Michelin tires complete the build. KALMAR notes that the RS-6 offers about 8.2 inches of ground clearance. While that’s not quite Jeep Wrangler-like, it’s on par with the second-generation Cayenne launched in 2010. The coupe tips the scale at around 3,200 pounds in spite of the add-ons. That’s approximately 300 pounds more than a base 1999 911 equipped with a six-speed manual transmission and 200 pounds more than the same car fitted with the five-speed Tiptronic gearbox.

KALMAR explains it kept weight in check by gutting the interior. It removed parts it deemed non-essential, such as trim pieces and sound-deadening material, and replaced them with lighter components. Recaro front seats and a rear roll cage come standard. Buyers have several options to choose from such as different liveries and upholstery types, adaptive shock absorbers, hydraulic-lift shock absorbers that allow the driver to lower the ground clearance at the push of a button, and a roof rack designed to carry spare wheels as well as fuel cans.

The RS-6’s technical specifications vary from build to build. Customers can choose to leave the drivetrain stock (the 1999 911 Carrera came with a 3.6-liter flat-six rated at 296 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, for example) or ask KALMAR for a tune that bumps the output over the 500-horsepower mark. Similarly, whether the RS-6 uses the six-speed manual or the automatic depends on what the buyer wants.

Pricing for the conversion starts at €45,000 (about $49,000) excluding the cost of the donor car. We suggest acting fast if you want one. The 996-generation 911 remains far more affordable than its air-cooled predecessors, but it’s becoming increasingly sought-after by collectors.

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Cryptocurrency

Titagarh Rail Systems collaborates with Amber Group, shares up

Titagarh Rail Systems Limited’s shares were up by 1.95 per cent after the company along with Amber Group reported an alliance. The collaboration involves a joint investment of up to ₹240 crore in a special purpose vehicle (SPV), where TRSL and Amber Group’s subsidiary, Sidwal Refrigeration Industries Pvt Limited, will acquire equal control.

This venture aims to establish a facility in India for manufacturing critical railway components and subsystems essential for railway and metro coaches.

The company informed that the alliance extends beyond Indian borders, with both companies joining hands with Invitalia, the investment arm of the Government of Italy, to invest in Titagarh Firema. This move is geared towards expanding their footprint in European markets.

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The company reported that the partnership is about combined management expertise, cost competitiveness, and mutual growth. Both the companies are planning to set up facilities in India for manufacturing components and subsystems.

Umesh Chowdhary of Titagarh said, “Coming together of our groups adds immense value to our independent business strategies where the sum of the parts will be much larger that the parts themselves. Joining of a strong group like Amber in Firema will accord strength to the overall business development and growth of Firema and the fact that the Italian government has agreed to co invest is a strong sign of the importance of the venture. It has been our stated business strategy and objective to achieve backward integration into key components and subsystems and this partnership with the Amber group will enable us to achieve our goals”.

The shares were up by 1.95 per cent to ₹1,111.80 on the BSE.

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Health Fitness

Trener savjetuje kako se pripremiti za skijanje: Ovo je šest zlatnih pravila

ZIMA je stigla, a s njom i radost skijanja. Da biste u potpunosti uživali u ovoj zimskoj čaroliji, ključ je u dobroj fizičkoj pripremi, kaže fitness i kondicijski trener Tian Jagarić.

“Nerijetko se dogodi da ljudi olako shvate skijanje, kao da se radi o nekom laganom odmoru, što zna završiti ozljedama, bolovima, u nekim slučajevima i prijelomima, posebice kod onih osoba koje nisu aktivne tijekom cijele godine. Skijanje, kao i svaki sport, zahtjeva određenu dozu pripremljenosti kako bi se minimalizirao rizik od ozljede i više uživalo u samom procesu. Tjelesna aktivnost, to jest adekvatan trening, ne samo da će vam pomoći da smanjite rizik od ozljede, već će i poboljšati vašu izdržljivost i performanse na stazi”, piše Jagarić na svom blogu, gdje je objavio nekoliko savjeta kako se fizički pripremiti za skijanje.

1. Kardiovaskularni trening

Skijanje zahtijeva dobru izdržljivost srca i pluća, pogotovo kada se penjete na vrh staze ili jurite nizbrdo. Uključite aerobne aktivnosti poput trčanja, vožnje bicikla ili brze šetnje u svoj program treninga. Cilj je poboljšati kapacitet pluća i ojačati srce kako biste mogli lakše podnijeti napore na stazi.

2. Jačanje mišića

Noge su ključne u skijanju, posebno kvadricepsi, stražnja loža i mišići lista. Vježbe poput čučnjeva, iskoraka i podizanja na prste pomažu u jačanju ovih mišića. Ojačane noge ne samo da povećavaju stabilnost na skijama, već i smanjuju umor tijekom dana na stazi.

3. Razvijanje ravnoteže i koordinacije

Skijanje zahtjeva dobru ravnotežu i koordinaciju, posebno kada se suočavate s neravnim terenom ili skijaškim stazama različite težine. Dodajte vježbe poput stajanja na jednoj nozi, vježbe s loptom za ravnotežu ili balansiranje na nestabilnoj podlozi kako biste poboljšali ove ključne sposobnosti.

4. Fleksibilnost i mobilnost

Fleksibilnost i mobilnost od iznimne su važnosti za sprječavanje povreda i poboljšanje općih sposobnosti na stazi. Redovito dinamičko istezanje svih mišićnih grupa, posebno donjeg dijela tijela, te vježbe mobilnosti za povećavanje opsega pokreta, uvelike će smanjiti rizik od ozljeda kao što su istegnuća i uganuća.

5. Kardiovaskularni trening visokog intenziteta (HIIT)

HIIT trening je također odličan način za poboljšanje općeg kondicijskog stanja, a istovremeno simulira intervalne zahtjeve skijanja. Ova vrsta treninga uključuje kratke intervale visokog intenziteta s periodima oporavka. Oponašat će napore koje ćete doživjeti tijekom brze vožnje niz stazu i pomaže u izgradnji izdržljivosti.

6. Pravilna prehrana i hidratacija

Ne zaboravite na pravilnu prehranu i hidrataciju. Skijanje troši puno energije pa je važno osigurati dobar izvor goriva za vaše tijelo. Unosite dovoljno proteina, kompleksnih ugljikohidrata i zdravih masti. Održavanje hidratiziranosti također je ključno kako biste izbjegli dehidraciju u hladnom zimskom zraku.

“Uz ove savjete za tjelesnu pripremu, vaša će avantura na skijama biti ne samo uzbudljiva, već i sigurna. Neka vam fizička spremnost bude osnova za nezaboravan doživljaj na stazi. Sretno skijanje”, poručio je trener.

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12 milijuna pregleda: Zlatni retriver i korgi imaju vrlo različite reakcije na snijeg

HLADNO vrijeme nije za svakoga, a isto vrijedi i za pse. Jedan je vlasnik na Instagramu podijelio razliku između svoja dva psa tijekom zime. Zlatni retriver uživa u zimi i snijegu, dok korgi ima potpuno suprotnu reakciju. On radije leži u kući umotan u toplu deku.

Video je brzo postao viralan na društvenim mrežama, skupivši preko 12 milijuna pregleda.

Različite reakcije ljubimaca nasmijale su mnoge. Jedna je korisnica komentirala: “I moj pas voli hladno vrijeme. Međutim, očekuje da idem van s njim. Kad ga pustim u dvorište, čeka me pred vratima.”

“Također imam zlatnog retrivera, ali moj trči unutra što je brže moguće”, podijelila je druga korisnica.

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Toaletni papir Zewa se trenutno može ugrabiti na akciji po super cijeni

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

DOK smo listali kataloge i pretraživali ponudu za Indexovu prehrambenu šoping-listu, primijetili smo odlična sniženja na proizvode za čišćenje, njegu i higijenu, kao i na kućanske artikle i aparate, ili smo ih pronašli po povoljnim cijenama.

Izdvojili smo najpovoljnije ponude i proizvode s odličnim cijenama u svakoj trgovini. Tommy, Lidl, Kaufland, Konzum, Plodine, Eurospin, Spar i Interspar dostupni su u svim većim mjestima diljem Hrvatske, a ispod možete vidjeti našu šoping-listu za ovaj tjedan.

Konzum

Konzumov katalog vrijedi od četvrtka, 25.1., do srijede, 31.1., ili do prodaje zaliha. Za pojedine popuste potrebna je MultiPlus kartica. Aktualni katalog možete prolistati ovdje. 

Kaufland

Kauflandov katalog vrijedi od srijede, 24.1., do utorka, 30.1., ili do prodaje zaliha, a pojedini popusti vrijede samo na odabrane datume u tom periodu. Aktualni katalog možete prolistati ovdje, a za ostvarenje pojedinih dodatnih popusta potrebna vam je Kauflandova kartica.

Eurospin

Katalog Eurospina vrijedi od četvrtka, 25.1., do srijede, 31.1., ili do isteka zaliha. Aktualni katalog možete prolistati ovdje. 

Spar

Novi katalozi Spara i Interspara vrijede od srijede, 24.1., do utorka, 30.1., ili do prodaje zaliha za prehrambene namirnice, kozmetiku, proizvode za osobnu higijenu i sredstva za čišćenje. Pojedini popusti vrijede samo u trgovinama Spar i Interspar, ovisno o dostupnosti proizvoda na akciji u tim trgovinama. Aktualne kataloge možete prolistati ovdje.

Plodine

Katalog Plodina vrijedi od srijede, 24.1., do utorka, 30.1., ili do isteka zaliha, a pojedini popusti vrijede samo na odabrane datume u tom periodu. Aktualni katalog možete prolistati ovdje.

Lidl

Lidlov katalog vrijedi od ponedjeljka, 22.1., do subote, 27.1., ili do prodaje zaliha, a pojedini popusti vrijede samo na odabrane datume u tom periodu. Katalog možete prolistati ovdje, a za ostvarenje pojedinih popusta potrebna vam je mobilna aplikacija Lidl Plus.

Tommy

Tommyjev akcijski katalog vrijedi od četvrtka, 25.1., do srijede, 31.1. Katalog možete prolistati ovdje. 

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India Face Switzerland in FIH Men’s Hockey 5s World Cup 2024 Opener

The Indian men’s hockey team will open its campaign against Switzerland in Pool B of the inaugural FIH Hockey5s World Cup in Muscat on Sunday. The Simranjeet Singh-led side will take on Egypt in the evening on the same day. The Indian team’s final group game will be against Jamaica on Monday. The other teams in the fray include the Netherlands, Nigeria, Pakistan and Poland in Pool A. FIH Hockey 5s World Cup 2024: India Women’s Team Secure Comeback With 7–3 Win Over United States.

Pool C features Australia, Kenya, New Zealand, and Trinidad & Tobago, while Pool D includes Fiji, Malaysia, Oman and the United States. Top-two teams from each will make the quarterfinals slated on Tuesday. The semi-finals will take place on the same day, while and the final is set to take place Wednesday.

India had pipped arch-rivals Pakistan 4-4 (0-2 SO) in the final of the 2023 Men’s Asian Hockey5s World Cup Qualifier to qualify for the tournament.

Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Simranjeet will have defender Mandeep Mor as his deputy, while Suraj Karkera and Prashant Kumar Chauhan are the two designated goalkeepers. FIH Hockey 5s World Cup 2024: India’s Women’s Hockey Team Kicks Off With 5–4 Victory Over Poland.

Mandeep will have the support of Manjeet in the defence. The midfield will be manned by Mohammed Raheel Mouseen and Maninder Singh. The forwardline features Pawan Rajbhar, Gurjot Singh, and Uttam Singh, complementing the leadership of Simranjeet.

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Arts Entertainments

Rakshit Shetty, the most eligible bachelor, is married to cinema: Actors Diganth and Yogi

Talk about a married man and his temporary stint as a bachelor, and Diganth opines, “Being a bachelor is a state of mind.” “If my friend calls me home saying his wife is not there, let’s have a party, the first question to them is, ‘Oh, are you a bachelor?’ Yogi seconds this, saying, “When your wife goes to her parents’ or on a particular vacation, we turn bachelors again.” Diganth further adds, “Going on bike rides with friends gives us that enjoyment. Most of my friends are married, but we can still remain bachelors depending on the time and place.” All this in reference to their upcoming film, Bachelor Party releasing on January 26. An Abhijit Mahesh directorial, this humorous situational comedy-drama has become a rare outing in Kannada cinema.

When quizzed about which aspects of comedy they most enjoyed in Bachelor Party, Diganth says, “Yogi has the best one-liner to say. In my case, facing troubles in marriage, people enjoy the situations I am put into. Achyuth Kumar is a mix of both.” Yogi shares there is no place without humour, including the worst situations. “For instance, my character in Bachelor Party keeps laughing at Diganth’s situations, sometimes at myself, and there are certain things about Achyuth anna’s character that makes me laugh,” he adds.

Considering Abhijit Mahesh is a debutant director, and according to both Diganth and Yogi, even though he comes across as a first-timer, he has a good vision and has understood the comedy genre well. Bachelor Party might be his first feature film, but being a long-time associate of Rakshit Shetty, he has worked in films like Kirik Party, Avane Srimannarayana, which were hits. He is good at penning dialogues. In the case of the Bachelor Party, he was clear as to what he wanted. Even when it came to a few scenes, he would tell us when to underplay and overplay with the scenes, how it would align with our respective characters. If the director is clear, things get easier with artistes as well,” says Diganth.

Yogi adding about the challenges in portraying their respective characters, says, “There were not many challenges or preparations for the role, as this role is straightforward for me because the character I play did not have boundaries, nor would it damage the scenes with others around. I was left free, and that helped me to pull off my role with ease,” he says.

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Cryptocurrency

Tata Metaliks fixes Feb 6 as record date for merger with Tata Steel

Tata Metaliks has fixed February 6 as the record date for the proposed merger with Tata Steel.

According to the scheme of amalgamation, TML shareholders will be entitled to receive fully paid-up ordinary equity shares of Tata Steel Ltd on face value ₹1 each, in the share exchange ratio of 79:10 (79 shares of Tata Steel for every 10 held in TML).

It may be recalled that Tata Group had decided to merge seven of its metal companies — both listed and unlisted — into Tata Steel. They are Tata Steel Long Products Ltd, Tinplate Company of India Ltd, Tata Metaliks Ltd, TRF Ltd, Indian Steel & Wire Products Ltd, Tata Steel Mining Ltd, and S&T Mining Company Ltd.

Earlier this month, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has sanctioned the amalgamation of Tata Metaliks with Tata Steel.

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Health Fitness

Ljudi su zgroženi novim trendom u teretanama: Zašto se ovo događa?

KORISNICI teretana počeli su nositi natikače i čarape dok vježbaju. O novom trendu naveliko se komentira na društvenim mrežama. Dok je jednima fora, drugi se zgražaju i brinu za sigurnost.

“Nije me briga što će tko nositi u teretani, ali pitam se, nije li to opasno? Vidim muškarce kako vježbaju u čarapama i sandalama i pitam se, mogu li se poskliznuti u takvoj obući dok dižu teške utege”, upitao je jedan korisnik Reddita.

Neki misle da je zapravo dobar osjećaj vježbati u takvoj obući.

“Mislim da se stopala manje znoje i da je to baš dobar osjećaj”, piše drugi.

Ipak, neke su teretane već krenule braniti nošenje natikača zbog sigurnosnih razloga.

“Radim u teretani i ovo me izluđuje. Ne mogu vjerovati da odraslim osobama moram objašnjavati zašto je važno nositi zatvorenu obuću dok dižu utezi”, tvrdi treći.

“Mrzim zatvorene cipele i ovaj me trend oduševio, ali moja je teretana zabranila natikače”, kaže peti.

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HGSS-ovci spasili iznemoglog psa iz kanjona rijeke Čikole

U PONEDJELJAK je na dežurni telefon HGSS stanice Šibenik stigla obavijest od centra 112 da se iz kanjona Čikole čuje lavež psa.

Četiri spasioca stigla su izvidjeti situaciju na desnu, drnišku stranu kanjona. Konopima su se spustili u kanjon, no brzo su odustali zbog izrazito teškog terena. Naime, pas nije mogao samostalno izaći iz strmog kanjona rijeke Čikole.

Idući dan, u utorak, nastavili su potragu i spasili iznemoglog psa, koji je potom predan u azil.

“Izazovno spašavanje psa u nevolji s nepristupačnog terena. Nadamo se i sretnom udomljenju ovog nestašnog psića”, poručili su šibenski HGSS-ovci na Facebooku.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Prije 40 godina predstavljen je Apple Macintosh. Kultna reklama zamalo nije emitirana

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

NA današnji dan prije 40 godina prvi Appleov Macintosh krenuo je u prodaju, samo dva dana nakon što je predstavljen svijetu tijekom reklamne stanke u trećoj četvrtini Super Bowla. No legendarna reklama zamalo nije bila emitirana jer je Upravni odbor Applea bio protiv toga od samog početka. 

22. siječnja 1984. Apple je odmah postao poznato ime kada je emitirao popularnu reklamu, piše 9to5Mac. Režirao ju je Sir Ridley Scott, a kreirala Appleova bivša reklamna agencija Chiat/Day. Reklama od 60 sekundi inspirirana je romanom Georgea Orwella 1984., koji je predviđao distopijsku budućnost, kontroliranu od televizijskih figura nalik Big Brotheru.

Oglas počinje odjekujućim zvukovima alarma i marširanjem desetaka ćelavih muškaraca odjevenih u sivu odjeću koji hodaju prema velikom ekranu u industrijskoj hali. Lice čovjeka koje zlokobnim glasom govori na velikom ekranu polako se otkriva dok ljudi koji marširaju sjedaju ispred njega.

U međuvremenu, ženu u sportskoj odjeći i bijeloj majici bez rukava s crtežom Macintosha jure četiri policajca. Držeći golemi malj, ona trči prema muškarcima fiksiranima na govor Big Brothera. U trenutku kada zlokobni glas izgovara riječi: “Mi ćemo pobijediti”, žena gađa maljem ekran. Uništenje Big Brothera oslobađa umove muškaraca.

S preostalih 8 sekundi u 60-sekundnom oglasu, narator završava spominjanjem Macintosha popraćenog pomičnim crnim tekstom koji glasi: “Apple Computer će 24. siječnja predstaviti Macintosh. I vidjet ćete zašto 1984. neće biti kao 1984.” Zaslon tada postaje crn i pojavljuje se dugin Apple logo.

No ova reklama zamalo nije ugledala svjetlo dana

Steve Jobs je bio od prve oduševljen reklamom, kao i Steve Wozniak. No Upravni odbor Applea nije dijelio to ushićenje. Nakon što ju je prvi put vidio, član uprave Mike Markkula navodno je predložio pronalazak nove marketinške agencije i otpuštanje Chiata/Daya. Prema tadašnjem CEO-u Applea Johnu Sculleyju, i drugi članovi odbora imali su slično mišljenje. 

Nakon toga odbor je zatražio od agencije da proda zakupljeno vrijeme za oglase za vrijeme Super Bowla, no agencija ih nije poslušala. Naime, imali su zakupljena dva termina za reklame – duži od 60 sekundi i kraći od 30 sekundi. Ovaj potonji, kraći su prodali, a za drugi su iz agencije rekli da je prekasno da ga prodaju. 

Kada je Jobs rekao Wozniaku da postoji problem s reklamom, on je odmah ponudio da plati 400.000 dolara iz svog džepa – polovicu onoga što bi bila cijena emitiranja reklame, rekavši: “Pa, ja ću platiti pola ako hoćeš.” Ovo se pokazalo nepotrebnim.

Izvršni tim konačno je odlučio pokrenuti 100-dnevno oglašavanje Macintosha. Budući da su već platili za produkciju 1984. i zapeli s vremenom emitiranja, reklama za vrijeme Super Bowla krenula je kako bi započela kampanju. 

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Arts Entertainments

‘Laapataa Ladies’ trailer hints at a quirky tale of bride exchange

The trailer of Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao is out. The film is produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao and Jyoti Deshpande and presented by Jio Studios. It stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Ravi Kishan and Chhaya Kadam in pivotal roles.

The film follows the story of a recently married Deepak Kumar, who goes home with his bride. However, as soon as she pulls the cover off her face, it is revealed that she is not the same girl he had married.

Faced with a huge dilemma, Deepak goes to the police station to lodge a complaint about his missing wife. The trailer gives a further glimpse into the world of the film with quirky characters like the police inspector played by Ravi Kishan.

Laapataa Ladies is Kiran’s second directorial after over a decade. She directed the 2010 film Dhobi Ghat, which starred Aamir along with Prateik Babbar and Monica Dogra. The film was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) before heading for a theatrical release.

Laapataa Ladies is based on an original story written by Biplab Goswami. The screenplay and dialogues for the film are written by Sneha Desai with additional dialogues by Divyanidhi Sharma. The film will be released in theatres on March 1.

(This story originally appeared on Cinema Express)

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Cryptocurrency

Equity benchmark indices decline in early trade

Equity benchmark indices witnessed a see-saw movement in the early trade on Wednesday amid high volatility, as investors rushed to book profit in high-value stocks.

The BSE Sensex fell 316.75 points or 0.45 per cent to 70,053.58 points in the opening trade but soon regained the lost ground to trade with a gain of 60.70 points or 0.09 per cent at 70,431.25 points.

The broader Nifty, which initially declined 51.50 points or 0.24 per cent to 21,187.65 points, recovered quickly to trade at 21,265.95 points, 27.15 points higher or 0.13 per cent at 0951 hours.

  • Also read: Index Outlook: Sensex, Nifty 50: Vulnerable to fall more

Among the Sensex firms, IndusInd Bank, SBI, Tata Steel and Infosys were trading with a gain of up to 1.84 per cent.

HCL Tech, JSW Steel and PowerGrid were other major gainers.

On the other hand, Axis Bank, Asian Paints, TCS and M&M lost up to 3.79 per cent in the morning deals.

Maruti, Bharti Airtel and Bajaj Finance were among the laggards.

As many as 21 stocks of the 30-share benchmark were trading in green, while 32 constituents of the broader Nifty showed gains.

According to V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Financial Services, “the valuations in the broader market had become excessive and unsustainable as pointed out many times recently. The trigger for the correction came mainly from the sustained selling by FIIs who have sold equity worth ₹27,830 crore during the last five days.”

In the US markets, the Dow closed 0.25 per cent lower, while the S&P 500 settled 0.29 per cent higher and tech-heavy Nasdaq closed Tuesday’s session 0.43 per cent higher.

In Asia, Japan’s Nikkei 225 was trading with a loss of 1.00 per cent and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng gained 0.84 per cent. China’s Shanghai Composite was down by 0.14 per cent.

European markets closed largely lower on Tuesday with Germany’s DAX and CAC 40 of France losing 0.34 per cent each. London’s FTSE 100 also fell 0.03 per cent.

Meanwhile, Brent crude futures, the global oil benchmark, were trading lower by 0.18 per cent to $79.41 per barrel on Wednesday.

On Tuesday, Sensex fell 1,053.10 points or 1.47 per cent to settle at 70,370.55. Nifty also declined 330.15 points or 1.53 per cent to close at 21,241.65.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net sellers in the capital markets on Tuesday, as they offloaded shares worth ₹3,115.39 crore, according to exchange data.

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Health Fitness

Znanstvenici kažu da ove promjene mogu smanjiti rizik od demencije za najmanje petinu

USVAJANJE šest zdravih životnih navika moglo bi smanjiti rizik od razvoja demencije, pokazalo je istraživanje kineskih znanstvenika. Angažirali su 2537 volontera koji nisu imali demenciju kada je studija počela, i pratili su ih dvije godine.

Svi sudionici bili su stariji od 60 godina, te su ispitani o svojim svakodnevnim navikama i povijesti bolesti. Izmjerena im je visina, težina i krvni tlak, a uzeti su im i uzorci krvi za procjenu razine glukoze i kolesterola u krvi.

Volonteri su potom ispitani o šest čimbenika načina života povezanih s demencijom te su praćeni radi dijagnoze bolesti. Dobili su po bod za svaku od dolje navedenih kategorija:

  • Vježbanje: Tjelesno sam aktivan više od deset minuta gotovo svaki dan ili tri do četiri dana u tjednu.
  • Pušački status: Nikada nisam pušio ili sam prestao pušiti.
  • Konzumacija alkohola: Rijetko pijem svaki mjesec.
  • Društveni kontakt: Sastajem se s drugima više od tri puta mjesečno radi društvenih aktivnosti ili tri puta tjedno razgovaram sa susjedima.
  • Slobodne aktivnosti: Svakodnevno čitam knjige ili novine, svakodnevno koristim internet ili kartam barem dva puta tjedno.
  • Kvaliteta sna: Zaspim lako ili se ne budim lako.

Analiza je pokazala da su sudionici, koji su ukupno postigli najmanje četiri boda, imali 29 posto manju vjerojatnost da će pokazati znakove kognitivnog pada do kraja studije, u usporedbi s onima koji su dobili tri ili manje bodova. Svaki dodatni bod povezan je s 18 posto nižim rizikom od kognitivnog pada, rekli su istraživači iz Chinese PLA General Hospital u Pekingu.

Vođenje neaktivnog načina života, što je definirano kao tri ili manje bodova, bilo je povezano s trostruko većim rizikom od ranog kognitivnog pada. Oko 29,98 posto slučajeva ranog kognitivnog pada ne bi se dogodilo da su sve starije osobe s kardiometaboličkim bolestima vodile aktivan način života, rekli su znanstvenici.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Love for Casual Dresses Is Evident in These Pics

On days when Kareena Kapoor Khan is not cheering for her little Taimur or gushing over Jeh Baba, she is either shooting for her acting commitments or making some jaw-dropping appearances. While Bebo has always been a fashion icon for many of us, she has also been extremely consistent with her fashion shenanigans. Kareena has definitely justified all the good silhouettes – from ethnic designs to modern dresses and that probably prompted us to take a deep dive into her dress cabinet. 7 Times Kareena Kapoor Khan Showed You How to Wear Skirts Stylishly.

Over the years Kareena has given us many appearances that have left us in awe of her. We believe she loves to dress up in printed dresses, which explains why so many prints are always available in her wardrobe. There are also days when she prefers solid-coloured dresses that look equally remarkable. From geometric prints to tie and dye – Bebo’s love for prints is evident in her different outfits and yes, we love them all. To elaborate more on her personal style and collection, let’s check out a few attire, shall we? Fashion Faceoff: Kareena Kapoor Khan or Navya Naveli Nanda, Whose Sequinned Co-Ord Set Did You Like?

Kareena Kapoor Khan (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Kareena Kapoor Khan (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Kareena Kapoor Khan (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Kareena Kapoor Khan (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Kareena Kapoor Khan (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Kareena Kapoor Khan (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Kareena Kapoor Khan (Photo Credits: Instagram)

So, which of Kareena Kapoor Khan’s dresses did you like the most?

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 24, 2024 12:20 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

3 mil. pregleda: Doberman dijeli hranu sa svojim plišancima, prizor topi srca

“OVO JE najslađa stvar koja se ikada dogodila”, napisala je jedna korisnica u komentarima.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Adidas lansirao Ultraboost tenisice koje izgledaju nošeno, koštaju 200 eura

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

PRODAJA novih tenisica koje izgledaju već nošeno nije novost. Reebok je lansirao jedne takve 2022., a Golden Goose je izgradio prilično popularan brend na temelju tenisica upravo takvog izgleda. Osim toga u posljednje vrijeme sve što je vintage ponovno je popularno tako da ne čudi adidasov potez da se pridruži i tom trendu. 

Marka je predstavila Ultraboost Light izdanje tenisica koje izgleda kao da je netko već prošetao u njima i pohabao ih. Gornji dio je tekstilni i, prema marki, prilagođava se dok trčite. Osim toga, ove tenisice izrađene su od najmanje 20% recikliranih materijala. 

“Ponestaje im ideja”

Adidas Ultraboost Light prvi put su se pojavile na tržištu početkom 2023. Tenisice se reklamiraju kao jedne od najlakših tenisica za trčanje zahvaljujući novom Boost međupotplatu koji je 30% lakši od prethodnih Ultraboost silueta.

“Grozne su i nadam se da je ovo šala”, “Izgledaju kao da ih moram baciti u perilicu s malo Oxi Cleana”, “Napokon moj tip tenisica”, “Ne”, “Već imam takve doma, lol”, “Ponestaje im ideja”, “Nosila bi ih samo po kući”, “Tko god je došao na ovu ideju treba dobiti otkaz”, neki su od komentara na X-u i Instagramu na nove tenisice. 

Ove tenisice za sada su dostupne na pojedinim adidasovim stranicama i u odabranim online trgovinama, a cijena im je 200 eura. Više o njima možete vidjeti ovdje, a što se tiče kupnje našli smo ih na Foot District stranici. 

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Arts Entertainments

Ryan Gosling speaks out on Oscars snub to Margot Robbie, Greta Gerwig

LOS ANGELES: Hollywood star Ryan Gosling says he is disappointed after “Barbie” director Greta Gerwig and lead actor Margot Robbie were not nominated in two major categories at the 2024 Academy Awards.

Gosling, who played Ken opposite Robbie’s Barbie in Gerwig’s 2022 blockbuster based on the iconic Mattel doll, found a place in the final five of the best supporting actor category during the Academy Awards nominations, announced on Tuesday evening.

“I am extremely honoured to be nominated by my colleagues alongside such remarkable artists in a year of so many great films. And I never thought I’d be saying this, but I’m also incredibly honoured and proud that it’s for portraying a plastic doll named Ken,” Gosling said in a statement to American media outlets.

“But there is no Ken without Barbie, and there is no ‘Barbie’ movie without Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie, the two people most responsible for this history-making, globally-celebrated film,” he added.

Gerwig was overlooked for a nomination for best director, but received a nod alongside her husband, Noah Baumbach, for best adapted screenplay.

Similarly, Robbie lost out on a best actress nomination but has been nominated as a producer for the film in the best picture category. The film has amassed a total of eight nominations, including twin nods in the best original song category.

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Auto

Hennessey Performance plans 1,700 horsepower Dodge Demon

So let’s say you’re an owner of a Dodge Challenger Demon 170. You just bought the ultimate factory Challenger with upgraded supercharger, engine and driveline, and it makes more than 1,000 horsepower on E85 ethanol. But you want to go even faster, what do you do? Well, Hennessey Performance is planning to have a 1,700-horsepower solution, though it arguably won’t be a Demon anymore.

You see, while Hennessey sometimes upgrades factory powertrains, the company will be taking a different approach to the Demon 170. It will instead remove the engine, transmission and driveshaft, and substitute its own take on an upgraded V8 (details on the block, internals and more haven’t been revealed yet) and drivetrain. That V8 will also get a pair of Precision 7675 turbochargers. Hennessey expects to make 1,700 horsepower on E85 ethanol, and be able to do the quarter-mile in under 8 seconds at around 175 mph. That’s around a full second and 25 mph faster than the standard Demon 170.

What happens to the original drivetrain that Dodge gave the Demon? Well, the owner gets to keep it all, so it can be easily put back in if desired and/or to maintain the collector value. So you still sort of have an original Demon 170, but also a way faster one.

With that said, while the Demon 170 isn’t just the supercharged super Hemi – it does have styling and suspension changes to handle the power – it is kind of the heart and soul of that car. To an extent, if you want to do this level of modification, would it make more sense to start with a more common and basic Challenger?

But we don’t have the money to own a Demon 170, let alone Hennessey’s Demon 1700, so that’s not up to us. And surely there are a few people out there that like the idea of having even more powerful Demons. The company is counting on 12 buyers liking the idea, since that’s all they’ll be building. They’ll be handled by a new division at the company called Hennessey Special Operations that will build low-production special models (15 to 20), as opposed to the rest of Hennessey that apparently builds more than 500 vehicles a year.

The conversion will cost $200,000, and the owner must supply the car. Exact timing on deliveries hasn’t been given. Based on the announcement video, Hennessey only recently got its own Demon 170, so it’s likely still doing some development work. In fact, the photos in this post are of the as-yet unmodified vehicle. But interested buyers can contact Hennessey about ordering one right now.

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Cryptocurrency

Medi Assist Healthcare ends 11% higher on Day 1 of listing

Shares of Medi Assist Healthcare Services ended with a premium of 11 per cent on Tuesday at ₹464.25 on the BSE against the issue price of ₹418. During the day, the stock hit a high of ₹509.60 and a low of ₹446 after listing at ₹465.

On the NSE, after listing at ₹460, the stock closed at ₹461.95 apiece.

About 8.52 lakh shares were traded on the BSE and 1.61 crore shares on the NSE during the day.

The ₹1,171-crore IPO was subscribed to 16.25 times. The IPO was entirely an offer for sale.

Fundraise

As part of the IPO, the Bengaluru-based company secured ₹351.5 crore from anchor investors. Among the marquee investors included Nomura Trust, Goldman Sachs, Ashoka Whiteoak, Pinebridge Global Funds, Troo Capital, and HSBC. Domestic investors such as HDFC Mutual Fund, Kotak Mahindra Trustee, Aditya Birla Sun Life Trustee, SBI Life Insurance Company, Mirae Asset, Canara Robeco Mutual Fund, Tata Mutual Fund, Sundaram Mutual Fund, Bandhan Mutual Fund, Edelweiss Trusteeship, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company, Max Life Insurance Company, and SBI General Insurance Company also participated in the anchor book.

The company is a third-party administration services provider to insurance companies and offers medical insurance and cashless hospitalisation through a network of healthcare service providers.

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Digital Marketing

Destination Ayodhya: The city of the moment

India’s crowded pantheon of temple towns has got one more shrine city added to the mix. With the consecration of the Ram Mandir, being built at a cost of over ₹1,800 crore in the Nagara style, on the banks of the Sarayu river, all roads will lead to Ayodhya. There has been so much build up about the temple, infrastructural upgrades and the new attractions in the area that pilgrims, curious tourists, brands, retailers, small businesses all want to head to the city of Lord Rama. Architectural firm CP Kukreja Architects that was involved in the vision document and the redevelopment of the town — touted to cost ₹85,323 crore — has put the expected footfalls at 3 lakh visitors a day.

Spiritually speaking, the pull of Ayodhya is that it is the legendary birthplace of Lord Rama. But given the massive planned development taking place, what will the modern positioning and brand values of the holy town be?

The positioning

“The vision of the stakeholders including the chief minister of UP, the central powers and the commissioner during the planning stage,” says Dikshu C Kukreja, Managing Principal of CP Kukreja Architects, “was to create a global spiritual destination, an international tourism destination and a sustainable city. “

Dikshu C Kukreja

Above all, says Kukreja, whose firm worked with a consortium that included Lea Associates and L&T infrastructure, the attempt has also been to make a liveable city that will serve as a model to other cities. “How much does the city belong to the common man? Ram Rajya or Ram Nagari has to connect with the common man,” he stresses.

So the right of way on the roads is for pedestrians with much wider footpaths and lots of public spaces. Kukreja says to avoid overcrowding, they have developed plenty of attractions all over the city so that visitors spread out. He makes special mention of the water bodies, which will be the anchor of the city. Even as the Sarayu waterfront has been beautified, 108 kunds have been revived. There will be plenty of green spaces, gardens and spiritual forests but everything, he says, is rooted in the thought that it will be a city for the common folk. The Ramayana forest will showcase the life of Lord Rama during his period of exile. Several of the legends associated with the period of the Raghukul come alive in spots like Sugriv kila and Dashrath Mahal. Plenty of street furniture using vernacular architectural traditions — stone seats, chaupals et al — will allow weary travellers to rest.

The brand values

To create the modern day Ayodhya, Kukreja says that they did massive research on holy cities of the world ranging from The Vatican, Angkor Wat, Kathmandu (Pashupati Nath), Varanasi (Kashi Vishwanath). We studied the good and bad, all points, he says. From a colour lens too Kukreja says they looked at various cities be it the Pink city of Jaipur, Indigo city of Jodhpur, et-al. Finally, the city is wearing the colours of the Bansi Paharpur stone — a sort of dusky pink — used in the construction of the Mandir.

While Kukreja talks about Ayodhya being the city of celebrations, or a knowledge city, for brand strategist Ambi Parameswaran, if Agra is the city of love, Varanasi is the city of penance and Mukti, then Ayodhya can be the city of virtues. Though he hurriedly clarifies that from a branding perspective it is too early.

Dabur’s hoarding in the temple city

Dabur’s hoarding in the temple city

Indeed, a lot of the synonyms and sobriquets and colour and character of a city come up organically . For instance, Madurai has earned the name of the city that never sleeps or jasmine city, and Varanasi is the city of salvation.

On the brandwagon

Meanwhile, brands are making a temple run to Ayodhya. And contributing to the narratives building up around the town. From Dabur to ITC to Coca Cola to Parle and Adani Wilmar, companies are doing a lot of activations in the town. A lot of it is centred around food. Take Adani Wilmar’s Fortune cooking oil brand. Over seven days Fortune plans to distribute over 25,000 jalebis shaped in the form of its logo ‘Bloom, building on the myth that Lord Rama’s favourite sweet was the jalebi. In addition it is making a pakoda platter and also serving up a mega bhog for over 5,000 people on a chosen day.

Illuminating the Ram Mandir

Illuminating the Ram Mandir

Dabur, whose hoardings are prominent in the city, is setting up special stalls in an activity zone being created for pilgrims and visitors at the Tulsi Udyan. Here visitors can touch, feel and experience products like Dabur Amla hair oil and Dabur Vedic tea.

Lighting firms — Signify and Havells — have a hand in the illuminations of the Ram Mandir. Signify has illuminated the Ram Path – the main arterial path leading to the Ram mandir. It features a lighting fixture and a top bracket crafted to replicate Lord Ram’s iconic bow and arrow.

Given the sense of all round jubilation, perhaps the city of celebrations is an apt name for Ayodhya currently.

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Health Fitness

Nutricionistica otkriva pet razloga zašto bismo ujutro trebali piti čaj, a ne kavu

MNOGI ljudi dan vole započeti kavom, neki zbog okusa, a drugi zbog osjećaja budnosti koji osjećaju poslije jutarnje doze kofeina. Ali, kada je riječ o zdravijem jutarnjem napitku, nema sumnje da je čaj bolja opcija za početak jutra.

Nutricionistica Avni Kaul ističe da je na početku dana puno bolje popiti čaj te je dala i uvjerljive razloge zašto.

Smanjen udio kofeina

Nema sumnje da kofein svima daje mali nalet energije, ali može biti štetan ako se ne konzumira umjereno. Sadržaj kofeina u čaju manji je od onoga u kavi, stoga je pijenje čaja bolje za tijelo.

“Čaj obično sadrži manje kofeina od kave. Dok kofein može pružiti početni poticaj energije, previše kofeina može dovesti do nervoze, tjeskobe i poremećaja spavanja. Čaj nudi blaži unos kofeina, smanjujući rizik od ovih nuspojava”, objašnjava Kaul, prenosi Health Shots.

Lagano i nježno buđenje

Rijetko tko je, čim se probudi, odmah pun energije. Vjerojatno bi svi radije ostali još malo u krevetu, ali život ima drugačije planove. Kava će odlično poslužiti jer će vas odmah razbuditi, ali Kaul kaže da to možda i nije dobro.

Dodaje da “čaj sadrži aminokiselinu poznatu kao L-teanin, koja ima umirujući učinak i može uravnotežiti stimulirajuće učinke kofeina. To može dovesti do laganijeg i nježnijeg iskustva buđenja, u usporedbi s ponekad naglim naletom energije od kave”.

Hidratacija

Dehidracija je kronični problem pijenja kave ako se ne uzima u preporučenim količinama. Do dehidracije puno češće dolazi zimi, kada ionako pijemo manje tekućine nego tijekom toplih mjeseci. Kava je diuretik, što znači da može dovesti do povećane proizvodnje urina i moguće dehidracije.

S druge strane, čaj pridonosi hidrataciji jer je prvenstveno voda. Održavanje hidratacije ujutro ključno je za opću dobrobit tijekom ostatka dana, prenosi Health Shot.

Antioksidativno pojačanje

Čaj, posebno zeleni, bogat je antioksidansima koji imaju različite zdravstvene dobrobiti. Zeleni čaj podržava imunološki sustav i štiti stanice od oštećenja. Iako i kava ima antioksidanse, vrste i količine mogu se razlikovati, ističe nutricionistica.

Osjetljivost želuca

Kava kod nekih ljudi može uzrokovati nelagodu u želucu, što čaj čini odličnom alternativom. Čaj je nježniji za želudac, i zato se preporučuje svima koji su osjetljivi na kiselinu ili imaju probavne probleme.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Katrina Kaif Likes to Pair Her Lehengas With Full Sleeve Cholis! Check Out Pics

Remember how we pointed out Deepika Padukone’s obsession with full-sleeve blouses? Well, turns out she is not alone! Her colleague, Katrina Kaif has her own set of favourites. The only difference is the silhouette. While Padukone loves complimenting her sarees with full-sleeve blouses, Kaif likes her lehengas paired with solid-coloured blouses and guess what? Yup, full sleeves again! Just recently, we saw Katrina arriving at Aamir Khan’s daughter, Ira Khan’s reception party wearing one of her recent favourites and that inspired us to check out a few of her past appearances. Fashion Faceoff: Deepika Padukone or Katrina Kaif, Whose Floral Print Saree Did You Like More?

Katrina Kaif sure loves her Sabyasachi lehengas which are slightly earthy in shades and usually have solid-coloured blouses. These full-sleeve blouses perfectly accentuate the heavily embroidered lehengas and look like a million dollars on our dearest Katrina. The Tiger 3 beauty also prefers subtle makeup, loose straight hair and minimal accessories to complete her look, which is a staple! With barely any modifications here and there, Kaif’s look is usually by the books and she rarely prefers changing any aspect of it. To help you understand, we have curated a list of some of her looks that are different but still look the same! So, let’s check them out! Fashion Faceoff: Kareena Kapoor Khan or Katrina Kaif, Whose Red Saree Did You Like?

Katrina Kaif Has a Pattern When it Comes to Her Lehenga Choli

Katrina Kaif (Photo Credits: Instagram)

She Likes to Pair Her Printed Lehengas With Solid Colour Cholis

Katrina Kaif (Photo Credits: Instagram)

And Of Course, the Sleeves Have to Be Full Length

Katrina Kaif (Photo Credits: Instagram)

She’s Obsessed With This Design

Katrina Kaif (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Honestly, We’re Too!

Katrina Kaif (Photo Credits: Instagram)

So, now do you understand our point? Yes or yes?

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Pets

Retriveru je vlasnica htjela oprati posteljinu s krevetića, njegova reakcija je hit

JEDAN zlatni retriver nije bio nimalo oduševljen kad mu je vlasnica htjela skinuti posteljinu s krevetića. Naime, žena je htjela skinuti posteljinu kako bi je oprala, a usput je snimila reakciju svog ljubimca kad je shvatio što se događa.

Pas ne odlučio pokazati svoje nezadovoljstvo te je počeo glasati i gristi krevet. Očito su mu njegove stvari jako važne, povezao se uz njih i ne razumije da će ih ponovno dobiti za nekoliko sati. Video njegove urnebesne reakcije pogledajte u nastavku.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Završava li priča o Nokia pametnim telefonima u 2024.?

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

JOŠ prošle godine HMD Global, finska tvrtka najpoznatija po proizvodnji pametnih telefona marke Nokia, otkrio je planove za lansiranje vlastite linije mobilnih uređaja. Sada je 91Mobiles objavio sliku HMD-ovog navodnog pametnog telefona N159V, koju su dobili iz neimenovanih izvora iz industrije. 

Na fotki se može vidjeti crni telefon s dvostrukom stražnjom kamerom i LED bljeskalicom. Logotip HMD vidljiv je u središtu stražnje strane telefona. Prema fotkama, čini se da se radi o telefonu srednjeg ranga. 

No osim novog uređaja, stižu i neke druge promjene – nova stranica i promjena oznake Nokijina profila na X-u (bivšem Twitteru). Naime, ona je preimenovana iz @nokiamobile u @HMDglobal.

Glavni izvršni direktor HMD Globala Jean-Francois Baril objavio je prošle godine na LinkedInu da će tvrtka proširiti svoj portfelj novim brendom HMD, koji će koegzistirati uz Nokia telefone i suradnje s “uzbudljivim novim partnerima”.

No mnogi fanovi Nokije brinu se da je ovo ujedno i njezin kraj. Kako piše Nokiamob, čini se da će telefoni postepeno biti uklonjeni s Nokia.com stranice, a nova stranica HMD.com bi trebala postati dom za HMD uređaje i klasične Nokia telefone te proizvode iz novih partnerstva. 

Izraz koji se najviše ističe na novoj stranici je “klasični Nokia telefoni”, što sugerira da bi pametni telefoni marke Nokia mogli postati dio povijesti, slično telefonima Blackberry, LG i Sony Ericsson. Jedini telefoni s markom Nokia koje bismo mogli vidjeti od 2024. nadalje mogli bi biti telefoni sa značajkama (poznati i kao “glupi telefoni”), koji su još uvijek prilično popularni i pouzdani.

Posljednji Nokijin telefon koji je lansiran bio je Nokia G42

Datum nije određen, ali pretpostavlja se da ćemo dobiti uvid u nove proizvode i pojedinosti o brendu na MWC-ju 2024 koji se održava u veljači, uobičajenom vremenskom okviru za nove Nokia uređaje u prošlosti.

S obzirom na to, 2024. godina bi mogla okončati dugu povijest Nokia pametnih uređaja. Posljednji Nokia pametni telefon koji je lansiran bio je Nokia G42, ne računajući američke verzije G310 i C210. Po svemu sudeći, čini se da HMD nije toliko voljan forsirati nove pametne telefone marke Nokia. 

Možda će proizvoditi samo ograničenu seriju za Nokiju, poput XR21, ili neke novije industrijske Nokia telefone, ali oni možda neće biti komercijalno dostupni. Također, postoji šansa da ćemo godišnje vidjeti samo tri modela pametnih telefona s oznakom Nokia, koji predstavljaju vrhunski, srednji i niži segment. Ovo su predložili fanovi nakon što je Nokia Mobile promijenila svoju početnu strategiju.

Najveći uspjeh Nokia je postigla Nokijom 1100

Nokia je osnovana 1865. godine kao društvo za proizvodnju papira u Finskoj. Tijekom godina kompanija se razvijala i diversificirala u različite industrije, uključujući telekomunikacije. Nokia je započela svoju avanturu u mobilnoj telefoniji u 1980-ima i ranim 1990-ima.

Njihov prvi mobilni telefon bio je Mobira Talkman, predstavljen 1984. godine. Međutim, najveći uspjeh marka je postigla Nokijom 1100, koja je postala najprodavaniji mobilni telefon svih vremena.

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Sports

How To Watch Chelsea vs Middlesbrough, Carabao Cup 2023–24 Free Live Streaming Online & Match Time in India? Get EFL Cup Semifinal Match Leg 2 Live Telecast on TV & Football Score Updates in IST

Chelsea square off against Middlesbrough in the second leg of the Carabao Cup 2023-24 semifinal on January 24. The match will be played at the Stamford Bridge in London and it will start at 1:30 am IST (Indian Standard Time). Unfortunately, the live telecast of this match will not be available due to the absence of a broadcasting partner. Fans can also watch Chelsea vs Middlesbrough live streaming online on the FanCode app and website, at the cost of a subscription fee. Mohamed Salah Injury Update: Egypt and Liverpool Star To Be Out of Action for Three-Four Weeks After Sustaining Muscle Injury During AFCON 2023.

Chelsea vs Middlesbrough

 

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Arts Entertainments

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’ tops all Oscar nominees with 13; ‘Barbie’ snags 8

NEW YORK: After a tumultuous movie year marred by strikes and work stoppages, the Academy Awards showered nominations Tuesday on Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster biopic, “Oppenheimer,” which came away with a leading 13 nominations.

Nolan’s three-hour opus, viewed as the best picture frontrunner, received nods for best picture; Nolan’s direction; acting nominations for Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr. and Emily Blunt; and multiple honors for the craft of the J. Robert Oppenheimer drama.

Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” wasn’t far behind with eight nominations, including nods for best picture; Ryan Gosling for best supporting actor; and two best-song candidates in “What Was I Made For” and “I’m Just Ken.” But Gerwig was surprisingly left out of the best director field.

Both Martin Scorsese’s Osage epic “Killers of the Flower Moon” and Yorgos Lanthimos’ Frankenstein riff “Poor Things” were also widely celebrated. “Poor Things” landed 11 nods, while “Killers of the Moon” was nominated for 10 Oscars.

Lily Gladstone, star of “Killers of the Flower Moon,” became the first Native American nominated for best actress. For the 10th time, Scorsese was nominated for best director. Leonardo DiCaprio, though, was left out of best actor.

Those four contenders made for a maximalist quartet of Oscar heavyweights. Nolan’s sprawling biopic. Gerwig’s near-musical. Scorsese’s pitch-black Western. Lanthimos’ sumptuously designed fantasy.

Each utilized a wide spectrum of cinematic tools to tell big, often disturbing big-screen stories. And each — even Apple’s biggest-budgeted movie yet, “Killers of the Flower Moon” — had robust theatrical releases that saved streaming for months later.

The 10 films nominated for best picture were: “Oppenheimer,” “Barbie,” “Poor Things,” “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “The Holdovers,” “Maestro,” “American Fiction,” “Past Lives,” “Anatomy of a Fall” and “The Zone of Interest.”

The nominees for best actress are: Annette Bening, “Nyad” Lily Gladstone, “Killers of the Flower Moon”; Sandra Hüller, “Anatomy of a Fall”; Carey Mulligan, “Maestro”; Emma Stone, “Poor Things.”

The nominees for best actor are: Bradley Cooper, “Maestro”; Colman Domingo, “Rustin”; Paul Giamatti, “The Holdovers”; Cillian Murphy, “Oppenheimer”; Jeffrey Wright, “American Fiction.”

The nominees for best supporting actor are: Sterling K. Brown, “American Fiction”; Robert De Niro, “Killers of the Flower Moon”; Robert Downey Jr., “Oppenheimer”; Ryan Gosling, “Barbie”; Mark Ruffalo, “Poor Things.”

The nominees for best supporting actress are: Emily Blunt, “Oppenheimer”; Danielle Brooks, “The Color Purple”; America Ferrera, “Barbie”; Jodie Foster, “Nyad”; Da’Vine Joy Randolph, “The Holdovers.”

The nominees for best director are: Justine Triet, “Anatomy of a Fall”; Yorgos Lanthimos, “Poor Things”; Christopher Nolan, “Oppenheimer”; Martin Scorsese “Killers of the Flower Moon”; Jonathan Glazer, “The Zone of Interest.”

The nominees for best international film are: “Society of the Snow,” (Spain); “The Zone of Interest,” (United Kingdom); “The Teachers’ Lounge” (Germany); “Io Capitano” (Italy) ; “Perfect Days” (Japan).

The nominees for best animated film are: “The Boy and the Heron”; “Elemental”; “Nimona”; “Robot Dreams”; “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.”

Among the nominated films is the Ukraine war documentary “20 Days in Mariupol,” which is a joint production between The Associated Press and PBS’ Frontline and will compete in the best documentary category.

Oscar season has reunited “Oppenheimer” with its summer box-office partner, “Barbie.” Gerwig’s feminist blockbuster is easily the biggest hit of the year with more than $1.4 billion in ticket sales.

Historically, blockbusters have helped fueled Oscar ratings. Though the pile-up of award shows (an after-effect of last year’s strikes ) could be detrimental to the Academy Awards, the Barbenheimer presence could help lift the March 10 telecast on ABC. Jimmy Kimmel is returning as host, with the ceremony moved up an hour, to 7 p.m. Eastern.

Other nominations include Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, Best Film Editing, Best Original Score, Best Sound, and Best Visual Effects.

(With inputs from Online Desk)

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Cryptocurrency

Cipla shares rally nearly 8% after Q3 earnings results

Shares of Cipla on Tuesday rallied nearly 8 per cent in the mid-session trading a day after the company reported a 32.25 per cent rise in its profit to ₹1,068.41 crore in the third quarter.

The company’s shares jumped 7.73 per cent to trade at ₹1,414 apiece on the BSE.

On the NSE, the scrip of Cipla climbed 7.47 per cent at 1,414.60 per piece.

In the mid-trading session on January 23, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 708.90 points or 0.99 per cent lower trading at 70,714.75, while NSE Nifty slumped 1.05 per cent to trade at 21,344.40 points.

In a regulatory filing on January 22, pharmaceuticals firm Cipla Ltd reported a 32.25 per cent rise in consolidated profit to ₹1,068.41 crore in the third quarter ended December 2023.

The company had posted a consolidated profit of ₹807.83 crore in the year-ago period. Its consolidated revenue from operations in the quarter under review was ₹6,603.81 crore, up 13.66 per cent, the company said.

It was ₹5,810.09 crore in the corresponding period a year ago.

In the December quarter, its total expenses were 8.78 per cent higher at ₹5,119.81 crore as against ₹4,706.47 crore in the October-December quarter last fiscal.

Total income of Cipla in the third quarter stood at ₹6.788.44 crore, up 14.58 per cent. During the quarter, its revenue from pharmaceuticals was ₹6,365.06 crore, and from new ventures was ₹280.51 crore.

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Digital Marketing

Hey, stupid! Get off WhatsApp!

Is WhatsApp damaging young people’s careers by stunting their intellectual growth?

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Health Fitness

Volite bundevu? Bit će vam drago čuti kakve se dobrobiti povezuju s njom

BUNDEVA je nutritivno bogato povrće, prepuno esencijalnih vitamina, minerala i antioksidansa. Može se dodavati slanim i slatkim jelima.

Ako se često konzumira u prehrani, bundeva može pozitivno utjecati na cjelokupno zdravlje. Kada pogledate kakve zdravstvene dobrobiti dobivamo konzumacijom bundeve, poželjet ćete je jesti gotovo svaki dan, prenosi portal Health Shots.

Puna je hranjivih tvari

Bundeva je bogata nutrijentima poput vitamina A, C i E, kalija, kalcija, folata, vlakana i magnezija. Sve te hranjive tvari podržavaju različite tjelesne funkcije i cjelokupno utječu na bolje zdravlje i funkcioniranje tijela.

Jača imunitet

Visok udio beta-karotena i vitamina A u bundevi ključan je nutrijent za jačanje imunološkog sustava. Ako je imunološki sustav snažan, puno su veće šanse da će se tijelo obraniti od infekcija i bolesti.

Pozitivno utječe na zdravlje srca

Bundeva sadrži puno kalija koji ima ulogu u regeneraciji krvnog tlaka. To dugoročno može utjecati na smanjenje rizika od kardiovaskularnih bolesti. 

Promiče zdravlje očiju

Beta-karoten u bundevi nije koristan samo za imunološki sustav već i za zdravlje očiju. Bundeva štiti oči od makularne degeneracije povezane sa starenjem. 

Zahvaljujući njoj koža je blistavija

Vitamini C i E u bundevi s beta-karotenom doprinose zdravoj koži. Ti antioksidansi pomažu u zaštiti kože od slobodnih radikala, potiču proizvodnju kolagena i održavaju mladenački izgled.

Utječe na bolju probavu

Sadržaj vlakana i prebiotika u bundevi pomaže probavi, potičući redovito pražnjenje crijeva te ublažavajući zatvor i proljev. 

Pomaže s mršavljenjem

Bundeva je niskokalorična i bogata vlaknima. Vlakna potiču sitost, što pomaže u kontroli apetita i smanjenju ukupnog unosa kalorija, a sve to pomaže pri mršavljenju.

Sadrži protuupalna svojstva

Bundeva sadrži antioksidanse i protuupalna svojstva koja mogu pomoći u smanjenju upale u tijelu, povezane s artritisom i bolestima srca.

Održava nas hidratiziranima

Osim vitamina, vlakana i drugih korisnih tvari, bundeva ima i visok sadržaj vode. Održavanje dobre hidratacije ključno je za normalno funkcioniranje tijela, uključujući probavu, cirkulaciju i regulaciju temperature.

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Pogledajte reakciju majmunice kada je ugledala čovjeka koji joj je spasio život

FOTOGRAF Casey Cooper na svom je TikTok profilu podijelio video koji prikazuje kako je majmunica Mikah reagirala kada ga je vidjela nakon dvije godine. Viralni video je za sada pregledalo više od 9.4 milijuna ljudi.

Cooper je djelatnik Utočišta za divlje životinje ONCA, a u intervjuu za Newsweek otkrio je da je Mikah jedna od majmunica koje je prije četiri godine spasio od ilegalne trgovine egzotičnim životinjama.

“Bio sam tamo tijekom procesa njezinog spašavanja i bio sam velik dio njezinog putovanja”, izjavio je fotograf.

Cooper je dodao da Mikah nije vidio već dvije godine, zbog čega nije bio siguran kako će reagirati kada ga ponovno vidi. Mikah se brzo prilagodila životu u divljini i ubrzo će postati mama. Video susreta Mikah i Coopera pogledajte u nastavku.

Cooper je također rekao da se ovakvi susreti između ljudi i divljih životinja ne bi smjeli događati, ali ovo je iznimna situacija jer je bio uz Mikah i ostale majmune kada su ih vraćali u divljinu.

“Majmuni nikada ne bi smjeli biti ljubimci”, rekao je Cooper.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Pepco ima novu umirujuću kolekciju za dom proljetnih nijansi. Ovo su naši favoriti

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

POZNATA trgovina Pepco u svojoj ponudi ima novu kolekciju za dom. Ethno Garden kolekcija za blagovaonicu i dnevnu sobu priziva proljeće svojim cvjetnim motivima i bojama kao što su zelena i nježno ružičasta, a u njoj se mogu pronaći i komadi neutralnih nijansi te predmeti od drveta.

U kolekciji se mogu pronaći predmeti poput posuda za cvijeće, jastuka, lampi, pokrivača, ukrasnih pladnjeva, vaza, zdjela, šalica, tanjura i još mnogo toga. 

Mnogi dizajneri interijera i proizvođači boja kažu da će zemljane palete boja kao i umirujuće plava biti posvuda u 2024. No predviđa se i da će zelene nijanse nastaviti svoju prošlogodišnju popularnost u mnogim domovima i ove godine. Posebno se ističe nijansa kadulja zelena. 

Upravo zato fokusirali smo se na zelene komade u novoj Pepcovoj kolekciji, kojih zaista ima pregršt. Od podloga za stol, ukrasnih jastuka do nadstolnjaka. Tu su i komadi koji kombiniraju zelenu nijansu s neutralnim tonovima, ali i cvjetnim motivima divljeg cvijeća koji prizivaju proljeće.  

Zelena je boja prirode i simbolizira svježinu, rast i obnovu. Svjetliji tonovi zelene, poput svježe trave ili mente, stvaraju osjećaj prozračnosti i čistoće, dok tamniji tonovi, kao duboka šuma ili smaragdna zelena, pružaju osjećaj luksuza i elegancije. 

Cvjetni motivi su, pak, klasičan izbor za dekoraciju interijera i mogu dodati živost i toplinu u prostoriju. Kombinirajući zelenu nijansu s cvjetnim motivima, možete stvoriti prekrasan kontrast između prirodne boje i bogatih uzoraka.

Kompletnu novu Pepcovu kolekciju za dom možete vidjeti na službenoj stranici ovdje. 

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‘Shree Ram Jai Hanuman’ in the making, set to be made in multiple languages

Suresh KA, the producer known for films like Shravani Subramanya featuring Ganesh and Totapuri 1 & 2 with Jaggesh and Dhananjay, is gearing up to broaden his horizons with a multilingual project. On the day of the Ram Temple inauguration in Ayodhya, the producer, under his banner Suresh Arts, announces his next, titled Shree Ram, Jai Hanuman, set to be a magnum opus.

The project, led by director Avadooth, will be made in Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and English. With a tagline, “An untold epic of Ramayana,” hints at the aim of delving into untold facets of the revered Ramayana, offering a unique perspective on the epic tale.

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Best Car Air Fresheners of 2024

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There is a lot of disagreement in society these days, but one thing we can all still agree on is that there’s nothing quite like that “new car smell.” After a few weeks, months, or years of driving, though, your car will lose that initial aroma and become at best neutral and at worst, well, kind of stinky. Nobody wants a smelly car, so we recommend picking up an air freshener to keep things smelling clean. There are multiple different kinds of air fresheners available on the market right here and we’ve listed some of our favorites below. Don’t worry, these are going to be a lot more effect than the traditional “green pine tree” on the rearview mirror.

$10.97 at Amazon

“New car smell” air fresheners are hit or miss, but Chemical Guys seems to have nailed the formula. The brand’s air freshener spray has tens of thousands of mostly positive reviews, and the company says its enzymatic formulation eliminates odors instead of covering them up. Chemical Guys says the spray is concentrated and can be diluted, but many say it works best straight out of the bottle. That said, there’s a fine line between too much and too little here, as people sometimes say they’ve overdone it, and many say the aroma faded after just a couple of days.

$5.80 at Amazon

Sometimes, the best option available is the one that’s easy to get. You’ll find Scent Bomb air freshener sprays at all kinds of car parts stores, hardware stores, and gas stations all around the country. Scent Bomb offers more than just sprays, too, with scent cans, vent clips and little circles that hang from the rearview mirror. The brand also offers an odor eliminator product. Pretty much all of Scent Bomb’s fresheners get good reviews, and they offer a lot of different scents.

$11.54 at Amazon

Febreze built its house on eliminating odors, so it’s no surprise that its Vent Clip air fresheners are among the best products to freshen up your car. They’re available in various scents, last a long time, and stay out of the way thanks to the easy-to-use clip. People note that the scents aren’t overpowering, and most say that the scents are true to their names.

The company claims up to 40 days of use from the clips, but many reviewers state that they were able to get up to two months of scent before they ran out. If you’re a person that enjoys more subtle smells, the Febreze Vent Clips offer adjustable output settings that let you dial in the level of aroma.

$12.98 at Amazon

This isn’t a spray or a scented pine tree to hang on your mirror. This is a bamboo bag filled with charcoal. Seriously. The charcoal in these bags absorbs odors, moisture, and other particles in the air. Leave one under the seat of your car, and people say it’ll be odor-free within a week. There are no chemicals and no scents, so the only thing you should notice using these bags is less odor overall.

The company says the activated charcoal in each bag is potent enough to last for up to two years and recommends placing it in direct sunlight for a few hours each month to “rejuvenate the charcoal block’s filtration capabilities.” Many buyers say they replace their bags more frequently than the company recommends, but even if they only last a year, that’s a significant value upgrade over traditional air fresheners.

Things to consider

We’re not asking you to over-analyze your car air freshener purchase. We just want you to keep a few things in mind.

Scent

No matter what you’ve heard, no car air freshener can replicate the smell of a brand-new car interior. Automakers use many different materials, chemicals, and adhesives to build cars, and each brand is unique. Car companies also employ teams of engineers to focus on details like the interior scent, so it’s unlikely that an air freshener company could match the effort. Just pick a scent that smells good to you and don’t try to reclaim your car’s glory days.

Type of air freshener

Most air fresheners are small and easy to hide, but some have to be installed in air vents and other easily visible places in the cabin. Think about how the air freshener will look once you place it in the car, especially if it’s stuck in the air vent or hanging from the rearview mirror. 

This also impacts how well an air freshener works in your car. Sprays and other liquid products work well but don’t last as long as “hard” air fresheners. If your car has leather, suede/Alcantara, or other unique upholstery, you may not be able to use spray or liquid products because they can stain and discolor some materials.

Strength

The strength of an air freshener should be directly correlated with the size of the space it’s used in. For example, it takes far less air freshener in a Mazda Miata than it does in a Ford Expedition. If you want a super intense aroma and don’t mind that burning sensation in your eyes, feel free to go heavy on the scent. In most cases, though, it’s best to choose an air freshener that is just strong enough for the size of your car. 

Clean your interior

No amount of air freshener is going to cover up a giant mess in your car. Leaving food and drinks, dirty clothes, and other junk in your interior will make it stink, and an air freshener isn’t going to fix it. Instead of temporarily masking the odor or worse, creating a new good-bad-weird super-scent, clean out your car before you start spraying or hanging an air freshener. You might be surprised to learn that the smell goes away or is drastically reduced with a simple cleaning. 

Cover it up

Car seat covers and protective gear aren’t the most attractive interior upgrades, but they can be a big help with preventing odors and stains. If you frequently carry pets, kids, or messy cargo, investing in a seat cover or cargo tray can help prevent lingering smells inside your car. It’s a lot easier to take a seat cover out for washing than it is to try scrubbing a smell out of a car seat. 

Frequently asked questions

Do used car dealers use scents in their vehicles?

Many do, especially if there’s something off inside. A company called Original Factory Scent makes a product it claims helps sell more used cars by bringing back “that new car smell.”

Can I make my own car air freshener?

You can! There are dozens of “recipes” for car air fresheners online, many of which use everyday household products and ingredients you probably already have.

Do car air fresheners actually work?

They do! Even so, you’ll likely see the best results with an enzyme freshener like Febreze or Chemical Guys’ New Car Smell. Eliminating odors is better than covering them up with a strong scent.

Can I spray Febreze into my car?

Yes. It’s best to spray into the air, however. Don’t spray the freshener onto seats, leather, or other surfaces without first making sure it won’t stain or discolor the material.

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Cryptocurrency

Wall Street record propels Japan’s Nikkei to fresh 34-year peak

Japan’s Nikkei share average rallied to a fresh 34-year peak on Monday as the US S&P 500’s record-high close on Friday buoyed investor sentiment, despite continued signs of overheating in the Asian market.

The Nikkei climbed as much as 1.59 per cent to 36,535.36, a level not seen since February 1990, before closing out the morning session up 1.15 per cent at 36,375.56.

The rally was broad, with 185 of the index’s 225 components advancing, versus 39 decliners and one that was flat.

Every sector gained except for energy, which was weighed down by weaker crude oil prices.

Real estate and technology shares were the top performers.

On Friday, the S&P 500 posted its first record-high close in two years, as AI fever drove big gains for chip shares and other heavyweight tech stocks, with server maker Super Micro Computer lifting its profit forecast.

In Japan, AI-focused startup investor SoftBank Group gained 2.54 per cent, while chip-testing equipment maker Advantest, which counts Nvidia among its customers, climbed more than 3 per cent.

Also read: Indian stock exchanges closed for Ram temple ceremony; trading resumes Tuesday

The Nikkei’s 8.7 per cent advance so far this year has put it head and shoulders above developed market rivals, many of which are in negative territory.

However, analysts have been warning of a potential pullback as technical indicators suggest the market has overheated. The relative strength index (RSI), for example, sits at 75.3, well above the 70 level that signals overbought conditions.

Japanese shares have had an additional tailwind this year from receding bets for an imminent end of Bank of Japan stimulus, particularly after the devastating New Year’s Day quake on the country’s west coast. The central bank announces policy on Tuesday.

The Nikkei generally rallies on a weaker yen, as it makes Japanese exports more competitive and boosts the value of overseas revenue. However, an ostensibly yen-boosting hawkish BOJ shift won’t necessarily hurt the Nikkei rally, according to OANDA strategist Kelvin Wong.

“The Nikkei 225 is much more following the US stock benchmarks now, rather than the dollar-yen rate,” Wong said.

“Even if the BOJ signals it is starting to shift away from negative interest policy tomorrow, I think that could be a positive for the Nikkei, because it gives market participants confidence that Japan is not going to slip back into deflation.”

“Although the Nikkei looks due for a short-term pullback, the uptrend remains intact, and a test of 37,000 is likely in coming weeks,” Wong said.

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Digital Marketing

Trends from CES 2024 – The Hindu BusinessLine

This year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) — the year beginning event in Las Vegas that showcases not only transformative technology, but also gives pointers on the future of marketing — predictably saw a lot of buzz around AI. The use of AI in cutting edge gadgets and gizmos was expected. But what was interesting was the applications in femtech (L’Oreal’s machine that can analyse people’s skins and IdentifyHer’s wearable sensor that tracks menopause symptoms and delivers a cooling effect during hot flashes, among other things). There was also a lot more focus on inclusive tech. Among the gadgets that caught the eye was a TV that disappears and becomes a living sculpture. This was the LG Signature OLED T with a transparent display panel and a contrast filter behind it that can be lowered or raised to turn it into a TV. CES 2024 was also more about mobility — technology transforming transportation.

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Health Fitness

Psihijatar upozorio na pet navika kojima nesvjesno uništavamo mozak

MOZAK je nedvojbeno najvažniji organ u ljudskom tijelu. Osim što kontrolira i koordinira akcije i reakcije, omogućuje nam da mislimo i osjećamo. Dakle, važno je zaštiti mozak.

Psihijatar i stručnjak za moždane poremećaje, dr. Daniel Amen, gostovao je u podcastu Stevena Bartletta te podijelio koje stvari trebamo izbjegavati ako želimo sačuvati zdravlje mozga.

Šećer

“Šećer je loš za mozak jer potiče upalu, koja je uzrok depresije i demencije. Podiže razinu šećera u krvi, koji nagriza krvne žile i dovodi do slabijeg protoka krvi u mozgu. To je loša stvar. Osim toga, stvara ovisnost i povećava rizik od razvoja dijabetesa i pretilosti”, rekao je dr. Amen.

Udaranje nogometne lopte glavom

Studija objavljena prošle godine pokazala je da nogometaši imaju 50 posto veću vjerojatnost razviti demenciju nego ostatak populacije.

Istraživači s Karolinska instituta u Švedskoj, čije je istraživanje objavljeno u časopisu Lancet Public Health, usporedili su zdravstvene kartone 6000 elitnih nogometaša i više od 56 000 običnih ljudi. Otkrili su da među muškim nogometašima koji igraju u švedskoj prvoj ligi, 9 posto ima dijagnosticiranu neurodegenerativnu bolest, u usporedbi s 6 posto kontrolnog uzorka.

Kofein

“Kofein sužava dotok krvi u mozak”, ističe dr. Amen. Dodao je i da je u redu popiti do 100 miligrama kofeina na dan.

Nikotin

Poput kofeina, nikotin može ograničiti dotok krvi u mozak. Prema studiji istraživača s Medicinskog fakulteta Sveučilišta Washington, pušenje cigareta uzrokuje smanjenje mozga. Skupljanje mozga povezano je s povećanim rizikom od kognitivnog oštećenja, demencije i Alzheimerove bolesti.

Vrijeme ispred ekrana

Na kraju, dr. Amen upozorava da vrijeme provedeno ispred ekrana također smanjuje mozak.

“Kada koristite telefon, što god radili, dobivate mali udar dopamina. Tako trošite centre za zadovoljstvo. Vrijeme provedeno pred ekranima duže od tri i pol sata dnevno povećava rizik od anksioznosti, depresije, ovisnosti, pretilosti, ADHD-a”, zaključio je.

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Ova kujica je dojila 3 šteneta afričkog divljeg psa jer ih je njihova majka napustila

ZOOLOŠKI vrt u Indiani nedavno je pozdravio leglo ugroženih afričkih divljih pasa. Samo je troje preživjelo zahvaljujući nevjerojatnoj surogat majci. Dok afrički divlji psi obično žive s čoporom grabežljivaca u divljini, pas koji se brine o njima u zoološkom vrtu je zlatni retriver, piše CBS.

Iz zoološkog vrta Potawatomi objavili su da je u rujnu u zoološkom vrtu rođeno osam mladunaca. Ali njihovi roditelji, Bleu i Maurice, nisu brinuli o bebama.

“Unutar 12 sati od rođenja štenaca u zoološkom vrtu Potawatomi, tim za brigu o životinjama rekao je da čopor neće moći uspješno odgajati štence. Bleu, neiskusna majka, nije se brinula za svoje štence na način na koji je trebala, a Maurice je slijedio njezin primjer”, stoji u priopćenju zoološkog vrta. 

Smatraju se ugroženom vrstom

Stoga je osoblje zoološkog vrta konzultiralo stručnjake koji pomažu u izradi planova uzgoja afričkih divljih pasa u SAD-u. U divljini postoji manje od 7 tisuća odraslih divljih pasa i smatraju se ugroženima zbog ljudi, fragmentacije staništa i bolesti, kažu u zoološkom vrtu.

Osoblje u zoološkim vrtovima obično pokušava ostati podalje kako bi čopori mogli uzgajati mladunce kao što to rade u divljini. To je obično uspješno i mladunci mogu naučiti složenu društvenu strukturu svoje vrste.  Ali u ovom slučaju, odlučeno je da će osoblje morati odgajati mladunce – uz pomoć druge životinje.

Umjesto hranjenja mladunčadi na bočicu, stručnjaci su preporučili pronalaženje zamjenskog psa koji će im pomoći u dojenju. Vijeće za dobrobit životinja Indiane povezalo je zoološki vrt sa zlatnom retrivericom po imenu Kassy koja se nedavno okotila i proizvodila mlijeko kojim je mogla hraniti i mladunce. Kassy je u zoološki vrt došla sa svojim štencima i odmah je uzela afričke štence pod svoje.

Pas preuzeo brigu

Kad je počela njegovati štence, prvi tjedan njihova života bio je težak, a osoblje je radilo 24 sata dnevno. “Kao što je uobičajeno kod mladunaca životinja, neki od afričkih mladunaca nisu bili dovoljno jaki da prežive, unatoč predanoj pažnji koju su im Kassy i osoblje zoološkog vrta posvetili, ali tri jesu”, rekli su iz zoološkog vrta.

Još nisu imenovani, ali preživjele mladunce zovu Plava, Crvena i Narančasta, prema bojama koje se nosili oko vrata od rođenja.

Zoološki vrt priprema dom za tri afrička psića pored odraslih afričkih divljih pasa u zoološkom vrtu. Odlučili su ih ne integrirati s ostalim jer stariji “nisu pokazali dovoljno pozitivno zanimanje za štence, pa je plan promijenjen.” Njihov je plan reintegrirati ih s drugima kada narastu.

“Bilo je to emocionalno iscrpljujuće i izazovno putovanje za osoblje, ali misija je zoološkog vrta raditi na očuvanju divljih vrsta. Ponekad je putovanje glatko, a ponekad su potrebne izvanredne mjere. Ova tri zdrava, aktivna štenca samo su početak ove priče, a mi iz Zoološkog vrta se nadamo da ćemo u budućnosti moći podijeliti više njihovih pozitivnih životnih prekretnica”, napisali su. 

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Ljudi se kunu u ovaj proizvod za čišćenje mrlja u WC-u: “Genijalno”

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

PLOVUĆAC je šupljikavi kamen koji najčešće viđamo u beauty rutinama kao izvrstan alat za odstranjivanje tvrde kože na petama. No, ima on i drugu svrhu koja je posebno korisna u kućanstvima. Plovućac je, naime, odličan za efikasno čišćenje tvrdokornih mrlja s WC-a.

“Ja sam tako čistio mrlje od hrđe”

Gabie Vigneault je na svojem TikToku @cleaningwithgabie podijelila snimku čišćenja WC-a u garaži svojih roditelja: “Nikad ga ne koriste i sav je prljav. Pokušajmo s plovućcem. Moja ga mama nikad nije uspjela očistiti, čak je razmišljala o kupnji novog WC-a.”

Vigneault je pokazala kako je lako skinula tvrdokorne mrlje i očistila WC školjku uz pomoć plovućca, zatim dodala sredstvo za čišćenje i dobro iščetkala. Na kraju je pokazala besprijekorno očišćenu WC školjku.

“Ja sam tako čistio mrlje od hrđe”, “Upravo sam naručila jedan za svoj WC, voda ostavlja jake mrlje”, “Nema boljeg osjećaja nego sjesti na čist WC”, “Genijalno”, “Grebe li površinu?”, “Trebam ovaj plovućac. Moja školjka ima mrlje otkad sam se uselila, sve sam pokušala”, “Hvala, upravo sam naručila s Amazona”, neki su od komentara na video.

Snažno i jednostavno uklanja mrlje

Plovućac učinkovito uklanja tvrdokorne mrlje, koroziju i hrđu. Siguran je i jednostavan za korištenje, nije toksičan, tako da je siguran za djecu i kućne ljubimce. Ručka olakšava rukovanje. Plovućac možete koristiti i za čišćenje pločica i metalnih površina. Kamen je prije korištenja potrebno namočiti, a zatim trljati o površinu koju čistite.

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70 per cent occupancy for Ram Mandir inauguration live broadcast: PVR INOX

NEW DELHI: Leading multiplex chain PVR INOX on Monday said the live broadcast of the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in its theatres had over 70 per cent occupancy.

The new Ram Lalla idol was consecrated at the Ayodhya temple on Monday, an event led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The live broadcast in cinemas was conducted in association with Aaj Tak.

Taking cinema to the nation, PVR INOX brought the grandeur of the historic inauguration of Ayodhya Ram Mandir to 30,000 audiences across the country.

“The live broadcast in cinemas conducted in association with Aaj Tak received an overwhelming response with over 70 per cent occupancy with people across all age groups and communities choosing to witness the auspicious occasion on the big screen.

We are glad that audiences appreciated our endeavour coming out in huge numbers to be part of the celebration inside our cinemas,” Gautam Dutta, Co-CEO, PVR INOX Ltd, said in a statement.

The tickets for the live screening of the ceremony, from 11 am to 1 pm, were priced at Rs 100, which included a beverage and popcorn combo.

Several film personalities, including Amitabh Bachchan, Madhuri Dixit, Anupam Kher, Akshay Kumar, Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal and Kangana Ranaut attended the ceremony.

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Sony sends termination letter to Zee over India merger

Sony Group Corp. has officially notified Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. it plans to call off the merger between its India unit and the media network, ending a two-year acquisition saga and leaving Zee vulnerable to competition as rivals bulk up.

The Japanese entertainment giant sent a termination letter to Zee early on January 22 and is expected to disclose it to the exchange later, said people familiar with the plan, who asked not to be identified as the announcement is not yet public.

Sony cited conditions of the merger agreement not being met as the reason for the termination, according to the letter seen by Bloomberg. 

  • Also read: Zee’s minority shareholders discuss calling an EGM to oust Goenka

The termination follows a stalemate between the companies over whether Zee’s Chief Executive Officer Punit Goenka would lead the merged entity amid an investigation into his conduct by India’s capital markets regulator. The standoff now appears to have scuttled the deal, which would have created a $10 billion media giant with the financial muscle to take on global powerhouses Netflix Inc. and Amazon.com Inc.

The termination letter from Sony came after a 30-day grace period ended over the weekend when the two sides couldn’t reach an agreement on a deadline set in late December.

A Sony spokeswoman declined to comment. A representative for Zee did not immediately respond to a request for comment. 

  • Also read: Zee Entertainment requests second deadline extension for Zee-Sony merger

Bloomberg News reported on January 8 that Sony was planning to call off the merger as the two sides fail to resolve the leadership dispute. Zee said later that they were still in talks to complete the merger.

The last-lap tussle over leadership was the single biggest hurdle for the deal — Zee was insisting that Goenka would lead the new entity as agreed in the 2021 pact, while Sony was wary of his appointment given the regulatory probe against him.

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Digital Marketing

McCann is ‘agency of the year’

McCann Worldgroup India was named Agency of the Year at the Advertising Club’s ‘EFFIE India Awards 2023’. Mondelez India was judged the EFFIE India Client of the Year, while the coveted Grand EFFIE was won by Enormous for Jaquar’s campaign ‘Unimaginable Brand Extensions.’

Announced at an event at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai, the awards acknowledged the impactful work done by agencies and clients that set new benchmarks in effectiveness in marketing and advertising communication. EFFIE India garnered a record-breaking 1,276 entries this year, the highest in its 23-year history, with participation from 79 agencies.

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Health Fitness

Psihijatar dijeli uobičajenu pogrešku koju mnogi rade kada se probude

AKO ŽELIMO bolje spavati i odmoriti se, moramo izbjegavati nekoliko stvari. Znamo da kvalitetu sna može narušiti teška hrana, alkohol, korištenje mobitela i gledanje televizije u spavaćoj sobi. No, psihijatar Chester Wu tvrdi da postoji jedna pogreška koju mnogi rade kad se probude.

“Izležavanje je velika prepreka dobrom snu”, rekao je dr. Wu. Istaknuo je da nikad ne leži u krevetu, osim ako nije riječ o aktivnostima vezanima uz san i intimnost. S njegovim mišljenjem slaže se i neuroznanstvenica Chelsie Rohrscheib.

“Čim se probudim, ustajem iz kreveta. Tako moj mozak razumije da je spavaća soba samo mjesto za odmor, što potiče kvalitetan san”, pojasnila je.

Stručnjakinja za spavanje, Carleara Weiss, objasnila je koji su nedostaci ljenčarenja u krevetu nakon buđenja.

“Redovito vrijeme buđenja pomaže biološkom satu u regulaciji fizioloških funkcija, a ne samo spavanja. Spavanje vikendom dovodi do socijalnog jet laga i uzrokuje poteškoće s koncentracijom, umor, razdražljivost i glavobolje”, tvrdi.

Dr. Raj Dasgupta kaže da ljenčarenje vjerojatno neće imati dugotrajan utjecaj na ukupnu kvalitetu sna, ali ističe da je važno imati reguliran raspored sna.

“Održavanje dosljednog rasporeda spavanja, po kojem se svaki dan budite i odlazite u krevet u isto vrijeme, doista je važno kako biste osigurali kvalitetan san”, naveo je.

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Namrata Shirodkar Birthday: 5 Times the Beauty Proved She Is the Epitome of Grace and Elegance! (View Pics)

Namrata Shirodkar continues to enchant with her effortless style, even after bidding adieu to acting following her marriage to superstar Mahesh Babu. Originally crowned Miss India in 1993, she further represented the country in the Miss Universe pageant, securing an impressive sixth place. While gracing the silver screen, Namrata delivered notable performances in films like Vaastav, Kachche Dhaage, Dil Vil Pyar Vyar, Bride and Prejudice among others. Renowned for her timeless elegance, Namrata’s style file is a testament to grace and sophistication. From her successful modeling career to her impactful film roles, she continues to captivate hearts with her refined fashion choices, proving that her enduring charm extends beyond the cinematic world. Namrata Shirodkar Birthday: 10 Pictures Of The Actress With Her Adorable Family!

Namrata Shirodkar, a genuine fashion icon, has left an indelible mark with her distinctive and graceful allure. Today, as we celebrate her 52nd birthday, her timeless sartorial choices continue to grab eyeballs. Navigating the world of fashion with grace, Namrata consistently exudes sophistication and timeless charm, solidifying her status as a style maven. Whether adorned in chic black gowns, trendy pantsuits or traditional sarees, her diverse wardrobe reflects a seamless blend of elegance and modernity. Let’s take a glimpse at some of her stunning pictures below, showcasing the versatility and enduring appeal of Namrata’s impeccable style. Namrata Shirodkar Birthday Special: Wife of Tollywood Superstar Mahesh Babu, Mother of Two Adorable Kids – Here Are Few Frame-Worthy Family Pics of Former Miss India.

Always In Vogue

Stunning In White

Acing The Neturals

The Pink Glamour

Epitome Of Elegance

Happy 52nd Birthday to the epitome of grace and elegance, Namrata Shirodkar!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 22, 2024 07:00 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Jorkširski terijer koji obožava usisavač nasmijao je tisuće

VELIK broj kućnih ljubimaca boji se zvuka usisavača, ali jorkširski terijer Majk nije jedan od njih.

Na TikTok snimci koja je objavljena na profilu @funny_majk prije nešto više od tjedan dana, možemo vidjeti kako Majkova vlasnica pokušava usisavati tepih, ali to joj ne polazi za rukom jer se Majk cijelo vrijeme baca pod četku od usisavača. Svaki put kada Majkova vlasnica pokuša pomaknuti usisavač, njezin ljubimac slijedi je u stopu.

“Pretpostavljam da je ovo jedan u milijun pasa koji se ne boji usisavača”, “Ako želite izbjeći dlake na tepihu, usisavajte psa”, “Usisavanje sigurno traje satima”, samo su neki od komentara ispod snimke koju je lajkalo više od 130 tisuća ljudi.

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Shopping Product Reviews

“Izgledaju sjajno”: Citizen predstavio satove inspirirane zrakoplovima

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

CITIZEN je predstavio novi GMT model sata kako bi proslavio 35. godišnjicu rada. Ustanovljena 1989., Promaster linija profesionalnih sportskih satova poznata je po izuzetnoj funkcionalnosti i performansama. Novi modeli Promaster Air Automatic GMT satova najnoviji su dodatak kolekciji.

Nadahnuti zrakoplovima

Novi se satovi ističu jasnim brojčanikom, 24-satnom kazaljkom, masivnim kućištem od nehrđajućeg čelika i detaljima inspiriranima dizajnom zrakoplova. Kućište je promjera 44.5 mm i debljine 12.7 mm te je vodootporno do 20 bara.

Velike luminozne kazaljke, brojevi i indeksi stvaraju izuzetno čitljiv brojčanik, zaštićen od odsjaja safirnim staklom. Novost u Promaster Air kolekciji je dodatak GMT funkcionalnosti. Satovi imaju 24-satnu kazaljku koja omogućuje praćenje dva vremenska pojasa istovremeno, što ga čini odličnim za putovanja.

Što se tiče samog dizajna, on je inspiriran zrakoplovima. Zaobljeni rub podsjeća na trup zrakoplova, spoj između kućišta i remena oponaša dinamički tok zraka preko poprečnog presjeka krila, a stražnji je poklopac kućišta ukrašen simbolom pilotske kacige.

Satovi pružaju i visoku preciznost, što je korisno bez obzira na to jeste li pilot ili niste te obećavaju do 50 sati rada nakon što ih u potpunosti napunite. Nude i mogućnosti automatskog i ručnog navijanja. Također su visoko otporni na magnetska polja.

“Izgledaju sjajno. Kad izlaze globalno?”, “Konačno”, “Sviđaju mi se”, “Prekrasni su, ali jako skupi”, “Trebam popust od 99%” neki su od komentara na Instagram objavu brenda.

Sat je trenutno dostupan u SAD-u po cijeni od 1125 dolara (1030.72 eura). Nije poznato kad stiže na EU tržište, no bit će dostupan globalno. Više o satu možete doznati ovdje.

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IND vs ENG Test Series 2024: Alastair Cook Worries Over England’s Lack of Preparation but Backs Bazball for Success in India

England’s “lack of match preparation” in India ahead of the gruelling five-Test series could be a “problem” but the team can bank on its ‘Bazball’ approach to upstage Rohit Sharma and his men, feels Alastair Cook, who led the Englishmen to a memorable Test triumph in the country back in 2012. Having opted for a month-long training camp in ‘subcontinent-like conditions’ of Abu Dhabi, Ben Stokes and Co. arrived in Hyderabad on Sunday, just four days before the opening Test on Thursday. IND vs ENG: England Cricket Team Arrive in Hyderabad Ahead of Five-Match Test Series Against India.

“A problem England will have is a lack of match preparation,” Cook, who had top-scored with 562 runs in the 2-1 come-from-behind win over India in the 2012-13 series, wrote in his column for ‘The Sunday Times. It is the nature of the modern tour. When we won in India in 2012 we had three warm-up games against good sides — Yuvraj Singh, Ajinkya Rahane and Murali Vijay were in the top four in the India A side we faced and Cheteshwar Pujara played in one of the other games,” he recalled.

“…I can understand why England want to practise in a controlled environment where they know what the nets and facilities are going to be like and there’s nothing too unpredictable.

Cook said at least one warm-up game should have been scheduled.

“It would be good if there was some sort of unwritten agreement between countries to put on decent practice matches in decent conditions for touring teams….at the moment too many series are totally dominated by the home side and I don’t think that’s healthy for Test cricket,” the 39-year-old said.

Since their defeat in 2012, India have not lost at home, remaining undefeated in 14 Test series.

Bazball way forward

Cook, however, was confident in England’s Bazball approach, which advocates an attacking style of play. The team demonstrated it in the successful tour of Pakistan (3-0) last year.

“…there is no doubt what England are going to try to do in India and I now think it is their best chance of success. They won’t follow the traditional rules of batting in the subcontinent. I always found the key time was the first 30 balls when you are trying to acclimatise,” Cook said.

“When you walk out to bat, particularly as a middle-order player coming in against spin, you’re surrounded by close fielders. There is a lot of noise and chatter. ..if you can find a way to get past that then you find that the subcontinent is one of the nicest places to bat because you don’t get the changing conditions you get in England, where it’s sunny one minute then a bit of rain changes everything.”

Cook said the English team has the attack to unsettle the star-studded Indian batting line-up.

“I’ll be very interested to see how India react. I think this England side can put the India bowlers under pressure straight away. It might upset their rhythm and how they go about it. They just won’t be used to it as most sides try to hang in there, but that generally doesn’t work against India at home. The key will be adapting the aggressive shots they play based on the pitch they are confronted with. If it is turning excessively, the odds aren’t in your favour if you are rushing down the wicket and having a massive hack.” IND vs ENG: Rohit Sharma Starts Practicing Ahead of Five Test Series Against England.

Root best player of spin

Identifying Joe Root as a key asset, Cook hailed the former England captain as one of the best-ever players of spin.

“He’s scored a lot of runs in the subcontinent in recent years in Sri Lanka and India, and he has done it by being very proactive, but in what seemed to be a very risk-free way. There’s a lot the other batsmen can learn from how he goes about it,” he explained.

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Arts Entertainments

Man arrested near Taylor Swift’s NYC townhouse after reported break-in attempt

NEW YORK: Taylor Swift’s townhouse in New York City appears to have been the target of another break-in attempt, this time by a man who was arrested near the singer’s Tribeca home Saturday as police responded to a report of a disorderly person.

Witnesses said the man tried but failed to enter the townhouse in the early afternoon, the New York Post reported.

Police would not confirm a break-in attempt at Swift’s home, but officers arrested a man on the same street when they were told he tried to open a door to a building, an NYPD spokesperson said Sunday. The man was charged on an unrelated 2017 warrant out of Brooklyn for allegedly failing to answer a summons, the spokesperson said.

Authorities did not release the man’s name.

An email seeking comment was sent Sunday to a representative for the “You Belong With Me” singer. It wasn’t clear if she was at the home at the time. She traveled Sunday to the Buffalo, New York, area, where her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, was set to play against the Buffalo Bills in an NFL playoff game in the evening.

The Tribeca townhouse has been the scene of several other break-ins and attempts when Swift wasn’t there, including some by alleged stalkers.

In 2022, a man was charged with trespassing and stalking after authorities said he entered two Tribeca residences linked to Swift. Also that year, a man was arrested for crashing a car into the townhouse and reportedly told police he wouldn’t leave until he met with Swift.

In 2018, another man broke into her townhouse and took a nap, police said. The same man was charged a year later with another break-in at the building after serving a jail sentence.

Police say alleged stalkers have also been arrested at some of her other homes, including ones in Beverly Hills, California, and Watch Hill, Rhode Island.

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Cryptocurrency

Technical Analysis: Britannia Industries, Punjab National Bank and TVS Motor Company

Britannia Industries (₹5,163.2)

Rally to resume

Britannia Industries’ share price has been on a decline since the beginning of this year. It fell off ₹5,375, thus indicating that this is a resistance. But towards the end of last week, there was a bounce in price as the stock found support at the 50-day moving average around ₹4,980. The current chart set-up hints that the bulls have started to come back and the stock is likely to resume the rally.

Hence, traders can buy Britannia Industries now at ₹5,163. Add more shares if the stock softens to ₹5,050. Initial stop-loss can be at ₹4,925. When the stock rises past ₹5,230, modify the stop-loss to ₹5,100. Tighten the stop-loss further to ₹5,180 when the stock price moves above ₹5,300. Book profits at ₹5,350.

Punjab National Bank (₹105)

Sees fresh breakout

Punjab National Bank’s (PNB’s) share price has been steadily appreciating over the past seven months. However, since the beginning of 2024, the stock has been charting a sideways trend. PNB’s stock has largely been oscillating between ₹94 and ₹99. But last week, it broke out of the barrier at ₹99, opening the door for further rally.

The price action indicates a potential upswing to ₹125. So, participants can buy the stock of PNB at the current level of ₹105. Buy more shares in case the price dips to ₹98. Place stop-loss at ₹92 initially. Revise this up to ₹104 when the share price hits ₹110. Further tighten the stop-loss to ₹110 when the stock touches ₹115. Exit all the longs at ₹125.

TVS Motor Company (₹2,012)

Uptrend is intact

TVS Motor Company’s stock is in a long-term uptrend. A fortnight ago, it rallied past a hurdle at ₹2,030. The stock went on to hit a record high of ₹2,104 last week. But then, the prices moderated, and it closed at ₹2,012 last week. Nevertheless, the uptrend is intact and the chart shows potential for a rally to ₹2,200 in the near term. But the corrective decline could extend to ₹1,970 from here.

Therefore, one can buy shares of TVS Motor now at ₹2,012 and accumulate if the price dips to ₹1,970. Place initial stop-loss at ₹1,920. Once the stock surpasses ₹2,120 on the upside, alter the stop-loss to ₹2,060. Raise the stop-loss further to ₹2,125 when the share price goes beyond ₹2,180. Liquidate the longs at ₹2,200.

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Digital Marketing

K for Kapda: The art of holding on

The A-Z Series: This series of short articles explores how familiar objects from everyday life embody concepts and values dear to the urban Indian middle class. It takes a light-hearted and humorous look at how objects shape our wants & desires, lives, and lifestyles, ultimately making us who we are as a people.

I have been a part of this family for a long time. I had come here when Yamini’s parents got married 20 years ago. In my time here, I have seen clothes come and leave. I now rightly see myself as a keeper of memories.

Yamini often organises her clothes/kapde into four piles. No piece of clothing stays in the same pile forever. Sometimes, a thread or a button comes loose. Sometimes, a small tear becomes too noticeable over time. Clothes thus shift from one pile to the next rather than being thrown away.

The first group of clothes for Yamini is that of occasion wear. There are store-bought brand new clothes in this pile, but those do not feel too special to me. For a connoisseur of memories like me, one piece stands out: a beautiful purple lehenga that Yamini’s mother fashioned out of her old Banarasi wedding saree. It had a big stain from being kept inside boxes for too long. It did not feel right to throw it away, so her mother repurposed it.

The other pile is that of everyday college wear. A few pairs of jeans here originally belonged to Yamini’s cousin sisters, although she does not admit that to anyone for fear of being seen as uncool. Some of her own clothes are now in her younger sister’s almaari. Yamini often complains that the paisa vasool mentality is embarrassing. But it’s these layered memories that excite me, as clothes change hands.

There are home-wear clothes or ghar ke kapde, of course. These old clothes are no longer fit to wear outside. They are still lovingly kept to make the most of their value. Maybe their colours do not shine brightly anymore, maybe they have a slight tear that Yamini’s mother has mended. Sometimes, so many personal memories spill on a piece of clothing that it becomes impossible to wear it publicly. Like when Yamini’s father taught her to change car tires and her t-shirt carried the memory. She happily wears it at home now.

There is the last category, one which I have mixed feelings about. It comprises clothes that will be repurposed into pocchhe ka kapda or a dusting cloth. This is their final stage of life. They will still be used at home, but ultimately they will be thrown away forever. Yamini happily metes this treatment out to clothes gifted by men who broke her heart. Don’t get me wrong, I feel happy that she is happy. But when clothes become pocche ka kapda, they no longer have memories attached to them. They become this fabric of nothingness, with no personality in them. I often advise old kapde/clothes to hide under piles of new ones. It is difficult for me to let them go when they’ve been under my roof for so long. Perhaps the family could find a way to reuse them again?

I have heard that in Yamini’s village in Rajasthan, old clothes and scraps are often used to make a thin bedding mattress called gudra. In other small towns, there is a group of hawkers that collect old cotton clothes and give steel utensils in exchange for them. Don’t they call this sustainability and recycling these days? I think these are wonderful ways of keeping clothes and memories alive.

I’ve been worried for myself, too. My shelves seem small, my Godrej steel doors have been creaking more, and I have more scratches than I would like to admit. But I often tell myself that the Indian middle-class is good at postponing goodbyes. Almaaris like me can be refurbished too, I think to myself. Then, all feels well again.

(Hamsini Shivakumar is a Semiotician and founder of Leapfrog Strategy. Khushi Rolania is a senior research analyst at Leapfrog Strategy.)

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Health Fitness

Erling Haaland lijepi usta trakom. Otkrio je kako mu to točno pomaže

NAPADAČ Manchester Cityja Erling Haaland prije spavanja lijepi usta trakom kako bi postigao što bolje sportske rezultate. U podcastu Logana Paula objasnio je zašto je san važan za profesionalne nogometaše.

“Mislim da je san najvažnija stvar na svijetu, a posebno jednostavne stvari poput naočala koje blokiraju plavičasto svjetlo i isključivanja svih uređaja u spavaćoj sobi”, rekao je.

Što se ljepljive trake za usta tiče, Haaland kaže da ga ona potiče na disanje kroz nosnice, što je zdravije. Smatra se da disanjem na nos povećava oksigenaciju u tijelu, što može poboljšati sportsku izvedbu.

Haaland je 12. siječnja na Instagramu otkrio da ponekad koristi ljepljive trake i dok vježba.

“Razmišljajte izvan okvira”, poručio je.

S obzirom na rezultate koje ostvaruje, možda navedeno i ima smisla. Ipak, SleepFoundation.org navodi da lijepljenje usta treba pokušati samo s poroznom trakom koja je prikladna za ljudsku kožu. Bilo koja druga traka može biti štetna i izazvati iritaciju. Za sigurno korištenje trake za usta, važno je isprobati je tijekom dana.

Stranica je također navela da su prednosti lijepljena usta uglavnom anegdotske, iako je studija već pokazala da ova praksa može pomoći osobama s opstruktivnom apnejom u snu i spriječiti hrkanje. Ako imate poteškoća s disanjem na nos zbog alergija, nosnih polipa ili nekog drugog razloga, trebali biste izbjegavati lijepljenje usta.

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Svinja pobjegla od vlasnika i uživala s njuškom u snijegu sve do dolaska policije

JEDNA svinja je pobjegla iz prikolice u jednom gradu u Kentuckyju i uživala neko vrijeme igrajući se na snijegu prije nego što je stigla policija.

Policijska uprava Richmonda objavila je na Instagramu da je svinja pobjegla iz prikolice u Richmondu i neko vrijeme provela uživajući u zimskom vremenu i snijegu.

Bezbrižno igranje na snijegu

“Djeca nisu jedina koja vole snježne dane”, stoji u objavi.

Policija je podijelila fotografije svinje s njuškom prekrivenom snijegom dok se igrala u blizini benzinske postaje.

“Svinja je u međuvremenu ponovno ujedinjena sa svojim vlasnikom i rado je pristala pozirati za sliku s nekim od policajaca koji su pomogli u njezinom sigurnom povratku”, napisala je policija.

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Ove pasirane rajčice preporučio je kuhar: “Ovu koristim i kod kuće”

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

PROFESIONALNI kuhar Gero talijanskog restorana Kucina (kucinaitaliansg) iz Singapura podijelio je na TikToku nekoliko savjeta za odabir savršene rajčice u tegli ili konzervi. Dva brenda su se istaknula: Mutti i Cirio. Dobra je vijest što su dostupni i kod nas u trgovačkim lancima.

“Oduvijek najbolji”

“Kad govorim o pasati, mislim na ovo. Pasata je čista rajčica koja je sasjeckana. To je baza za vaš umak od rajčice, možete s njome raditi što hoćete”, rekao je i pokazao Mutti passata rajčicu. “Ovu koristim i kod kuće.”

“Ako želite koristiti rajčice u konzervi, one brenda Cirio su jako dobre. Imate filetti, koja je u manjim komadićima, i pelatti, što je cijela rajčica, veći su komadi. Imaju i sjeckane rajčice. Dobar brend.”

Pokazujući Mutti konzervu oguljenih rajčica rekao je kako su mu njihove rajčice najdraže za izradu umaka. “Volim se držati talijanskih rajčica, dakle talijanskih brendova.”

Dodao je i kako treba paziti na količinu vode. Što je količina vode niža, rajčice je potrebno kraće kuhati. Upravo takve rajčice koristi u restoranu. “Jako dobar brend, konzistentan, možete napraviti jako dobre umake.”

“Nemam luksuz kupovati ovakve proizvode gdje živim. Koristim Costco organske rajčice za svoje umake”, “Mutti je najbolja”, “Slažem se, Mutti su najbolji umaci, osim onih koje radi baka”, “Hvala ti, kuhare”, “Mutti je oduvijek najbolji”, neki su od komentara ispod videa.

“Što je s Barilla umacima za tjesteninu?” upitao je jedan od komentatora, na što mu je Gero odgovorio: “Barilla je dobra za već rađene umake.”

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Arts Entertainments

Nora Fatehi latest victim to deepfake videos, issues clarification

The Indian entertainment world was rocked when a deep fake video of the ‘Pushpa: The Rise’ actress Rashmika Mandanna made its way to the Internet.

The video showed a woman, dressed in black, entering a lift. Her face was morphed and edited in a way that it resembled the actor.

The main accused in the case related to Rashmika’s deepfake video was arrested by the Delhi Police in Andhra Pradesh on Saturday.

In the video, the face of a British-Indian influencer, Zara Patel, in a black workout dress, was edited and replaced with that of the Bollywood actor.

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Cryptocurrency

EPACK Durable IPO: Four Things To Know Before Subscribing

The initial public offering (IPO) of the Noida-based contract manufacturer of room airconditioner (RAC), EPACK Durable, opened on January 19 and will accept subscriptions till January 23, 2024. The total offer is worth around ₹640 crore out of which ₹400 crore is fresh issue and ₹240 crore is an offer for sale. The proceeds from the issue will be utilised to fund capital expenditures (₹230 crore), pre/repayment of debt (₹80 crore) and general corporate purposes.

The price band of the issue has been set in the range of ₹218 to ₹230 per share. At the upper end, the company’s market cap comes to around ₹2,203 crore. Post-issue, the promoter shareholding will come down from 65 per cent to 48 per cent.

Here are four things to know about the IPO.

1. Business

Initially established as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for AC brands, the company expanded its scope to encompass the design and manufacture of a diverse range of room airconditioners (RACs) including window inverter ACs and split ACs, as well as Small Domestic Appliances (SDAs), such as induction cooktops, mixer grinders, and water dispensers.

Presently, the company oversees operations across three manufacturing facilities, with the latest inauguration of the Sri City plant in 2023. More than 80 per cent of the company’s total revenue is derived from the RAC segment, with a predominant focus on the Indian market.

The company serves six out of the top ten Indian RAC brands (based on domestic sales in FY 2023), including Voltas, Daikin, Havells, Blue Star, Haier, and Carrier. In the SDA segment, notable clientele comprises Bajaj Electricals, BSH Household Appliances, and Usha.

2. Strengths

EPACK currently holds the second position in the Indian room airconditioner Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) space, boasting a 24 per cent market share from less than 10 per cent three years ago, underscoring its presence in a rapidly expanding market segment. The company has established enduring relationships with prominent AC brands to secure consistent supply orders.

Furthermore, EPACK has effectively reduced its debt-to-equity ratio from 3.5x in FY 2021 to 1.6x in FY 2023. It has achieved a backward integration in its manufacturing processes, producing key AC components in-house. Among various consumer durable products, such as televisions, refrigerators, and washing machines, the RAC segment exhibits a comparatively lower penetration rate of 8 per cent in India, while the global average RAC penetration stands at 42 per cent. Given this context, the ODM-RAC industry is strategically positioned to leverage potential growth opportunities as the economy and consumer consumption continue to expand.

3. Risks

While the company has successfully fostered business partnerships with specific clientele, it currently operates without any long-term contractual agreements. This absence of sustained contractual commitments may pose potential challenges to revenue visibility. Additionally, a notable concentration risk is evident as nearly 80 per cent of the company’s revenue is derived from its top five clients.

The company’s primary revenue stream is derived from airconditioners, a seasonal product with demand predominantly concentrated in the summer months. This inherent seasonality may give rise to uneven cash flow patterns throughout the year and impact working capital cycles. While the company does manufacture certain critical components internally, it relies on the import of materials such as copper and aluminium sheets, with the associated import costs accounting for close to 40 per cent of the total cost of materials in FY23. This results in EPACK’s exposure to currency rate fluctuations and as per the RHP, EPACK has not hedged its foreign currency risk with derivatives instruments.

The ODM and Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) space is highly competitive, with established players such as Amber Enterprises, PG Electroplast, Dixon Technologies, and Elin Electronics. EPACK’s profitability margins including gross profit, EBITDA, and PAT margins are low compared to its closest peer Amber Enterprises (the RAC division contributes 43 per cent to the overall revenue).  Low-margin companies may face outsized risk in the event of a slowdown.

4. Financials and Valuations

During FY21-23, the company grew at a CAGR of 45 per cent, achieving revenues from operations totalling approximately ₹1,539 crore on account of increased sales of manufactured goods. Concurrently, the company’s EBITDA witnessed a CAGR of 56 per cent, and EBITDA margin remained in the range of 6-7 per cent.

This lack of improvement in EBITDA margins can be attributed to the inflationary pressures exerted on the cost of materials consumed.  PAT exhibited a CAGR of 102 per cent with the PAT margin growth in line (margins doubled from 1 per cent in FY 21 to 2 per cent in FY 23). In the H1 FY24, EPACK reported revenue of ₹615 crore with an EBITDA margin of 6 per cent and a net profit of ₹2.6 crore (PAT margin of just 0.4 per cent).

At the upper boundary of the price band, the company’s valuation stands at approximately 69 times its FY23 earnings, coupled with an EV/EBITDA (FY23) multiple of 21 times. Given the seasonality in business we have considered FY23 numbers instead of 1H FY24 numbers. While valuation appears relatively cheaper when compared to Amber Enterprises which trades 80 times its FY23 earnings and at an EV/EBITDA of 29 times., considering low margins and business concentration risks, the IPO appears to be priced expensively.

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Health Fitness

Ovo su najzdraviji orašasti plodovi koje bismo trebali jesti svaki dan

ORAŠASTI plodovi pružaju mnoge zdravstvene dobrobiti ako se često konzumiraju. Sadrže puno nutrijenata i zdravih masti koje pozitivno utječu na cjelokupno zdravlje. Mogu se jesti kao zdrava alternativa za grickalice, ali i u brojnim slatkim i slanim kombinacijama. Ove niskokalorične namirnice trebale bi biti nešto što ćemo svi više i češće početi jesti u 2024. godini. Kako prenosi portal US News, ovo je pet najzdravijih orašastih plodova koje možemo jesti.

Makadamija orah

Orah makadamije bogat je korisnim mononezasićenim mastima i izvrstan je izvor flavonoida i drugih fitonutrijenata koji mogu pomoći u održavanju zdravlja srca i suzbijanju upale. Također, dobar je izvor esencijalnih nutrijenata jer sadrži željezo, niacin, magnezij, vlakna, mangan, selen i kalij.

Jedno istraživanje objavljeno u Journal of Nutrition pokazalo je da su ispitanici koji su dnevno jeli više od 40 grama makadamije imali niže ukupne i štetne razine LDL-kolesterola u usporedbi s dijetom koja nije uključivala makadamiju u prehranu, prenosi portal US News.

Pistacije

Pistacije pružaju dobar izvor proteina, vlakana i zdravih masnoća. Sadrže i antioksidanse te nekoliko izvrsnih nutrijenata, uključujući vlakna, bakar, tiamin, vitamin B6 i fosfor. Bogat okus pistacija čini ih izvrsnim dodatkom jelima, ali i kao odličan međuobrok.

Odličan su dodatak salatama i kuhanom povrću, desertima i tjestenini. Pokušajte napraviti ukusan pesto umak od pistacija i iskoristite ga kao preljev za salatu, umak za pizzu ili tjesteninu, ili kao umjetnički i ukusan dodatak juhama. 

Orasi

Orasi su jedini orašasti plodovi koji pružaju izvrstan izvor omega-3 masnih kiselina, linolenske kiseline, s 2,5 grama po porciji. Sadrže nekoliko važnih nutrijenata, uključujući mangan, bakar i magnezij.

Istraživanje objavljeno u časopisu Nutrients pokazalo je da korištenje sjeckanih oraha umjesto mesa u prehrani može poboljšati ukupnu kvalitetu prehrane te povećati unos omega-3 ALA, vlakana, magnezija i bakra. Drugo istraživanje o zdravstvenim dobrobitima oraha pokazalo je da mogu pomoći u zaštiti od bolesti srca, dijabetesa tipa 2, demencije, oksidativnog stresa i upala, prenosi US News.

Bademi

Vjerojatno je jedna od omiljenih namirnica s ovog popisa bademi. Bademi su dobar izvor proteina i imaju puno vlakana te sadrže vitamin E. Od ostalih hranjivih sastojaka, uključuju magnezij, mangan, vitamin B2, fosfor i bakar.

Mnoga su istraživanja pokazala da bademi mogu poboljšati zdravlje srca, izvedbu vježbanja, zdravlje kože, zdravlje crijeva, dijabetes i još mnogo toga. Neka nedavna istraživanja pokazala su da pozitivno utječu na tijelo ako se konzumiraju nakon tjelovježbe jer smanjuju osjećaj umora. 

Kada je u pitanju zdravlje kože, jedno je istraživanje pokazalo da dnevna konzumacija badema smanjuje izraženost bora i pigmentaciju kože kod ispitanica koje su u vrijeme testiranja bile u postmenopauzi. 

Indijski oraščići

Nutricionistički gledano, indijski oraščići sadrže dobar izvor željeza, fosfora, bakra, mangana i cinka. Pružaju više zasitnih vlakana nego većina orašastih plodova.

Istraživanje objavljeno u The British Journal of Nutrition pokazalo je da dodavanje indijskih oraščića prehrani s kontroliranim unosom kalorija rezultira smanjenjem ukupne tjelesne masti, povećanjem nemasne tjelesne mase i poboljšanom funkcijom krvnih žila, prenosi US News.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Manipur Statehood Day 2024 Tourist Attractions: 5 Best Places of the State That Assure a Memorable Visit to the State

Manipur Foundation Day, observed on January 21, marks the establishment of the north-eastern Indian state of Manipur on this date in 1972. The day commemorates the formal merger of the former princely state of Manipur with the Indian Union. As you observe Manipur Foundation Day 2024, we at LatestLY, have compiled a list of 5 tourist attractions of the state that you must visit on this day. Manipur Foundation Day 2024 Greetings and WhatsApp Messages: Share Wishes, Images, Quotes, SMS and HD Wallpapers With Loved Ones on State Formation Day.

Manipur, nestled in the northeastern part of India, boasts a captivating array of tourist attractions that reflect its natural beauty, cultural richness, and historical significance. Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India, is renowned for its floating phumdis (heterogeneous mass of vegetation, soil, and organic matter). The Kangla Fort, steeped in history, stands as a symbol of Manipur’s past, while the serene landscapes of the Shirui Kashong Peak and the Dzuko Valley offer breathtaking views. Manipur Statehood Day: Traditional Dishes From Manipur Cuisine That Are Finger-Licking Good!

1. Loktak Lake and Keibul Lamjao National Park

Loktak Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India, known for its floating phumdis. The lake is home to the Keibul Lamjao National Park, the world’s only floating national park, and serves as a habitat for the endangered Sangai deer. Visitors can enjoy boat rides on the lake while appreciating the unique ecosystem and diverse birdlife.

Keibul Lamjao National Park (Photo Credits: Flickr)

2. Kangla Fort

Situated in Imphal, the Kangla Fort holds historical and cultural significance for Manipur. It was the seat of the erstwhile Manipuri kings and is adorned with ancient temples, royal residences, and artefacts. The fort provides a glimpse into the rich heritage of Manipur and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Kangla Fort in Imphal (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

3. Shirui Kashong Peak

Located in the Ukhrul district, the Shirui Kashong Peak is known for its picturesque landscapes and is home to the rare Shirui Lily, which blooms during the summer months. The peak offers breathtaking views of the Manipur Valley and is a trekker’s delight, attracting nature enthusiasts across the region.

4. Dzukou Valley

Straddling the border between Manipur and Nagaland, Dzukou Valley is a stunning landscape characterized by rolling hills, lush forests, and vibrant flowers. The valley is a popular trekking destination, especially during the blooming season when wildflowers carpet the hillsides, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

Dzukou Valley (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

5. Ima Keithel (Mother’s Market)

Situated in Imphal, Ima Keithel is a unique all-women’s market where local women entrepreneurs run stalls. It is one of the largest markets in Asia and offers a fascinating glimpse into Manipur’s culture and traditional trade. Visitors can explore a wide range of local handicrafts, textiles, and indigenous products at this vibrant market.

Ima Keithel (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

These attractions collectively showcase Manipur’s diverse offerings, blending natural beauty, cultural heritage, and historical significance to create a compelling tourist experience. Wishing everyone a Happy Manipur Foundation Day 2024.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 21, 2024 12:15 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Da, ovaj pas se ljulja na ljuljački. I apsolutno uživa u tome

KAD VODITE svoju djecu u park, posljednja stvar na koju očekujete da ćete naletjeti na dječjem igralištu je pas koji sjedi u ljuljački. Pa, jedna vlasnica kućnog ljubimca dokazala je da ništa nije nemoguće.

Nedavno je podijelila video svog psa, jorkširskog terijera, koji se radosno ljulja na ljuljački na igralištu namijenjenom maloj djeci. Viralni trenutak nasmijao je internet i pregledan je 24 milijuna puta.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Pogledajte koje trgovine, šoping-centri i pekarnice sutra rade

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

DONOSIMO vam detaljan popis trgovina i šoping-centara koji će biti otvoreni u nedjelju, 21. siječnja. U slučaju da niste stigli obaviti kupovinu do subote, evo kamo možete u nabavu u nedjelju.

Trgovine 

Kaufland

“Dragi kupci, ovu nedjelju 21.1. sve naše trgovine su zatvorene”, stoji na stranici ovog trgovca. 

Lidl

Ni Lidlove trgovine neće raditi ovu nedjelju, 21.1.

Konzum

Koja Konzumova trgovina će raditi ovu nedjelju, možete provjeriti ovdje (kliknite na gumb otvoreno ovu nedjelju). 

Studenac

Koja će trgovina Studenac raditi ovu nedjelju, možete provjeriti ovdje.

Spar

Ovdje možete vidjeti koje su trgovine Spar i Interspar ovu nedjelju otvorene.

Tommy

Koja će trgovina Tommy raditi ovu nedjelju, možete provjeriti ovdje.

Plodine

Ovdje možete provjeriti radno vrijeme Plodina u ovu nedjelju (kliknite gumb otvoreno ove nedjelje).

KTC

KTC ne radi nedjeljama, blagdanima ni praznicima.

Eurospin

Koja će trgovina Eurospin raditi ovu nedjelju, možete provjeriti ovdje.

Pekarnice

Dubravica

Nedjeljom radi poslovnica na Autobusnom kolodvoru Zagreb od 0 do 24 h i poslovnice u trgovačkim centrima ako oni rade. Ovdje možete vidjeti radna vremena svih Dubravica. 

Pan-pek

U siječnju će nedjeljom raditi sljedeće Pan-pek poslovnice:

  • Borongaj, Krešićeva 32, 07-21:00 h
  • Lanište 24, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Importanne centar, Paromlinska cesta 2a, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Frane Petrića 1, 07-21:00 h
  • Ilica 276, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Sesvete, Ninska 6, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Velika Gorica, Trg Kralja Tomislava 39, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Avenija Dubrava 33, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Velika Gorica, Trg Stjepana Radića 10, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Trg Žrtava fašizma 9, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Selska cesta 90b, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Glavni željeznički kolodvor, Trg Kralja Tomislava 12, 07-21:00 h
  • Gajnice 32, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Dugave, Oktogon, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Lopatinečka 4, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Zvonimirova, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Špansko, Trg 101 brigade HV 5, 07:00-13:00 h
  • Mamutica, Božidara Magovca, 07:00-13:00 h

Mlinar

Ovdje možete provjeriti radno vrijeme Mlinarovih prodavaonica.

Šoping-centri

Westgate

Ove nedjelje, 21.1., šoping-centar radi. 

City Center one East Zagreb, West Zagreb i Split

Ovu nedjelju otvoren je City Center one East, dok West ovu nedjelju ne radi. City Center one Split ne radi ovu nedjelju, prva radna nedjelja ovom centru ove godine je 24. ožujka. 

Avenue Mall

Centar ovu nedjelju ne radi, iduća radna nedjelja je tek 11.2. No tijekom neradnih nedjelja radit će drugi objekti: Lotus bar, 8 Grama, Leggiero bar, KFC, McDonald’s i Cinestar. Njihova radna vremena možete vidjeti ovdje. 

Arena Centar

Trgovine Arena Centra u siječnju neće raditi nedjeljom.

Point Shopping Centar

Centar ove nedjelje neće raditi, prva iduća radna nedjelja je 28.1.

Z Centar

Trgovine u centru ove nedjelje neće raditi. No restorani, kafići, kino, Hall of Game, Z House of Beauty, MiniPolis, automat klub i Adventure Mini golf radit će sve nedjelje u siječnju i veljači prema redovnom radnom vremenu.

Supernova šoping-centri

Supernova šoping-centar neće raditi ove nedjelje. Točno radno vrijeme šoping-centara Supernove možete provjeriti ovdje, potrebno je na vrhu odabrati željeni centar. 

King Cross

King Cross neće biti otvoren ovu nedjelju. 

Designer Outlet Croatia

Designer Outlet Croatia neće biti otvoren ove nedjelje. 

Family Mall

Centar ove nedjelje neće raditi.

Park&Shop Sesvete

Park&Shop Sesvete neće raditi ove nedjelje. 

Trgovački centar Jug Mall

Centar neće raditi ove nedjelje. 

Hey Park Zadar i Vukovar

Neće raditi ove nedjelje. 

Trgovački centar Lumini Varaždin

Trgovački centar Lumini u Varaždinu otvoren je u nedjelju,  21. siječnja.

Portanova Osijek

Ove nedjelje u Portanovi Osijek trgovine ne rade. Što će raditi možete provjeriti ovdje. 

Mall Osijek

Centar ove nedjelje, 21.1., radi. 

Tower Centar Rijeka

Trgovine ove nedjelje u Tower Centru Rijeka neće raditi. 

ZTC Rijeka

Centar ne radi ovu nedjelju. 

Max City Pula

Centar ne radi ovu nedjelju. “Do kraja godine, nedjeljom će sve trgovine biti otvorene samo tijekom proljeća i ljeta, i to u kontinuitetu od 26. svibnja do 8. rujna 2024.”, stoji na stranici. No pojedini objekti nastavljaju raditi i nedjeljom, a koji točno i njihova radna vremena možete vidjeti ovdje. 

Galerija Poreč

Galerija Poreč neće raditi ove nedjelje. Prva radna nedjelja bit će tek u lipnju, 23.6.

Pula City Mall

Pula City Mall isto neće raditi ove nedjelje. Prva radna je isto tek 23.6.

Mall of Split

Sve nedjelje u siječnju i veljači su neradne. 

Joker Split

Centar ovu nedjelju ne radi, no na stranici stoji da se neradne nedjelje i praznici ne odnose na ugostiteljske i zabavne sadržaje pa će nedjeljama kada centar ne radi redovno poslovati drugi objekti. Koji točno i njihova radna vremena provjerite ovdje. 

STOP SHOP Retail Parkovi

Retail parkovi STOP SHOP Čakovec, Daruvar, Đakovo, Gospić, Ludbreg, Pazin, Velika Gorica, Vinkovci, Kaštel Sućurac, Labin, Osijek i Našice neće raditi ove nedjelje. Također, parkovi neće biti otvoreni niti sljedeću, odnosno posljednju nedjelju u siječnju.

STOP SHOP Valpovo, kao i do sada, tijekom cijele godine neće raditi nedjeljom.

Drogerije

Bipa

Radno vrijeme Bipinih poslovnica možete provjeriti ovdje. 

dm

Ovdje možete provjeriti koje su dm trgovine otvorene u nedjelju. 

Müller

Ovdje možete provjeriti koje su Müller trgovine otvorene u nedjelju.

Ostale trgovine

Bauhaus

“Svi Bauhaus prodajni centri nedjeljom su zatvoreni”, stoji na stranici. 

Emmezeta

Ovu nedjelju radit će samo Emmezetina trgovina u Zagrebu, u naselju Žitnjak, na adresi Siniše Glavaševića 1. Sve ostale Emmezeta trgovine su zatvorene. 

Pevex

Pevexovi prodajni centri neće raditi ove nedjelje. Redovna radna vremena pojedinih centara možete provjeriti ovdje. 

IKEA

Robna kuća IKEA Zagreb ne radi ove nedjelje, 21.1. Ove nedjelje ne rade Studio za planiranje Split ni IKEA dostavni centar Split. 

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Sports

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic Dominates Marathon Man Adrian Mannarino To Reach Quarterfinals

Top seed Novak Djokovic has reached the last eight at the Australian Open for the 14th time, surging past Adrian Mannarino 6-0, 6-0, 6-3. By overcoming the 20th seed Frenchman, the world No.1 secured his 58th Grand Slam quarterfinal appearance, equaling Roger Federer’s record. The-36-year-old extended his unbeaten record against Mannarino to 5-0 and his unbeaten record against left-handed players at Melbourne Park to 11-0 as he sealed a 32nd consecutive Australian Open win. Australian Open 2024: Top-Ranked Iga Swiatek Knocked Out After Third-Round Loss to Linda Noskova.

Mannarino, who is a career-high No. 19 in the ATP Rankings, was trying to reach his first major quarterfinal. But the game with which he troubles many of the world’s best players did not bother Djokovic. On Tuesday, the top seed will tackle the victor of an ongoing battle between 7th seed Stefanos Tsitsipas and 12th seed Taylor Fritz.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 21, 2024 12:40 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Arts Entertainments

Anurag Kashyap dubs for Mohanlal’s ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ Hindi version

Malaikottai Vaaliban, unarguably one of the most hyped Malayalam films in recent times, is hitting screens on January 25. Along with Malayalam, the film is also releasing in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi languages.

Interestingly, ace director Anurag Kashyap has dubbed for Mohanlal in the film’s Hindi version. The filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery revealed during a recent interview, where he shared about how Kashyap was impressed by the film.

“He agreed to dub after watching the film. He really liked it and even said that he hasn’t watched something like it before.”

Malaikottai Vaaliban, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, marks his maiden collaboration with Mohanlal. According to the director, it’s not a genre-specific film, but a performance-oriented one with a layered narrative. Lijo has also penned its story, while the screenplay is written by PS Rafeeque, with whom he had earlier worked in Nayakan and Amen.

The upcoming film also stars Manikandan Achari, Danish Sait, Hareesh Peradi and Sonalee Kulkarni among others. Jointly backed by John & Mary Creative, Amen Movie Monastery, Century Films, and Max Lab, it has cinematography by Madhu Neelakandan and music by Prashanth Pillai.

(This story originally appeared on Cinema Express)

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Cryptocurrency

HCL Technologies: Why Investors Can Book Profits in this Stock

At bl.portfolio, we had started taking a cautious approach to IT stocks since mid-2021 when valuations started getting frothy. Since then, there has been quite a significant time-wise, and also in many cases, absolute correction in stocks in the sector. In this context, HCL Technologies was amongst the few stocks we had a positive view on,  given favourable risk-reward.

In our edition dated September 4, 2022, we had given an accumulate rating on the stock when it was trading at ₹924.85.  Factors that worked in its favour then were attractive valuations with one-year forward PE at 16.9 times (vs Infosys trading at 23 times and TCS at 26 times in September 2022), EV/FCF of 19 times and attractive dividend yield of 5 per cent.

Typically, amongst the top-tier IT companies, EBIT margin levels make a case for difference in valuation — higher margins imply higher valuation unless differences in long-term growth potential are significant. While HCL Tech margins (18-19%) were lower versus TCS (24-25%) and Infosys (20-21%), given comparable long-term growth prospects , our view was that the discount in valuation versus TCS and Infosys was excessive. Our core expectation was that valuations will re-rate for HCL Tech.

Since then, HCL Tech is up 67 per cent versus TCS, Infosys and Wipro up 25 per cent, 13 per cent and 17 per cent respectively. Nifty IT is up 33 per cent in this time period. With this outperformance, we believe the valuation re-rating in HCL Tech is largely complete. Hence, investors can book profits and lock in on the gains.

HCL Tech now trades at 24 times one-year forward EPS, and almost on par with Infosys, which has better margins. Its discount in valuation with TCS (industry-leading margins) has also narrowed, from 35 per cent in September 2022 to 14 per cent now. On a relative and absolute basis, the stock of HCL Tech is not attractive anymore.

Recent performance

Amidst weak industry trends, HCL Tech’s December quarter performance, while reflecting the slowdown, was modestly ahead of consensus expectations, with revenue around 1 per cent above consensus and net profit 4 per cent above. The earnings beat was driven by better-than-expected EBIT margins which, at 19.7 per cent, were 70 bps above consensus. However, despite the beat in 3Q, the company maintained prior FY24 revenue (constant currency revenue growth of 5-5.5 per cent) and EBIT margin outlook (18-19 per cent) with minor tweaks. In FY23 CC revenue growth was at 13.7 per cent.

The company derives around 88 per cent of revenue from IT services (including 16 per cent from Engineering and R&D services) while its software products business accounts for balance 12 per cent. In December Q, the better-than-expected performance was driven by the products and ER&D segments.

Geographic and vertical trends were slightly contrary to peers, with HCL Tech seeing YoY growth in Finance vertical and in North America (around 60 per cent of revenue). For example, Infosys witnessed a 5.5 per cent decline in revenues from North America. However, it would be too early to conclude that trends have bottomed out in key verticals and geographies. The demand environment remains uncertain according to management, and as such there is no uptick in discretionary spending for now.

While the company remains well-positioned for the long term, including tapping opportunities in the field of generative AI, the medium-term outlook remains cloudy. After a couple of years of double-digit constant currency revenue  growth exiting FY23, HCL Tech, TCS, Infosys and Wipro are seeing mid-single digits to flattish revenue performance in FY24.

Given looming macro headwinds with inflation yet to reach central bank target levels in developed economies and interest rates remaining high, even if there is revival in FY25, returning to double-digit revenue growth appears to be two years away (likely in FY27). In this context, the valuations are not cheap. With HCL Tech shares delivering solid returns in a year of slowdown, recovery prospects are already priced in. This, combined with the shrinkage in valuation discounts, makes the risk-reward unfavourable from here.

Why

Valuation on par with Infosys now

Low margin of safety at current levels

Slowdown may persist in FY25

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Health Fitness

Jedna jednojajčana blizanka koristila je botoks 20 godina, druga nije. Evo rezultata

JEDINSTVENA studija provedena na jednojajčanim blizankama dala je najbolji primjer koliko i kako botoks mijenja nečiji izgled lica. Žene su praćene gotovo 20 godina, pri čemu je jedna primala injekcije botoksa dva do tri puta godišnje, a druga nije.

Prvi put su fotografirane 2006. godine, u dobi od 38 godina. Blizanka koja je redovito ubrizgavala botoks imala je osjetno glađu kožu i manje bora na licu. Na licu njezine sestre bile su uočljivije bore na čelu i oko usta.

Sljedeće fotografije nastale su 2012. godine kada su blizanke imale 44 godine. Lice blizanke koja nije išla na botoks tada je bilo podbuhlo, a čeljust šira. Obje su potvrdile da redovito koriste kremu za sunčanje, a nijedna nije na lice nanosila retinol. Važno je napomenuti i da su živjele na različitim stranama svijeta, sa značajno različitim razinama sunčeve svjetlosti. Blizanka koja nije išla na tretmane botoksa živjela je u Münchenu, gdje je prosječni UV indeks niži u usporedbi s Los Angelesom, gdje je boravila druga.

Izvješće o slučaju napravio je plastični kirurg s Beverly Hillsa, dr. William Binder, a možete ga pogledati ovdje.

Bore nastaju kontrakcijom mišića lica. Istodobno, s godinama, smanjuje se proizvodnja kolagena i elastina, proteina koji koži daju strukturu i elastičnost. Koža postaje tanja, suša i teže zadržava svoj oblik, što dovodi do stvaranja bora.

Injekcije botoksa iznimno su popularne. Korištene su za više od 8.7 milijuna kozmetičkih zahvata u SAD-u 2022. No, tretman nije bez rizika. Botoks može izazvati modrice, otekline i crvenilo na mjestu ubrizgavanja igle. Također, lice može poprimiti smrznuti izgled, a može doći i do spuštanja obrva ili kapaka. Ozbiljnije reakcije uključuju anafilaksiju, otežano disanje, glavobolju, pa čak i simptome slične gripi.

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Coachella 2024: From Dates and Venue to Tickets and Line-Up, Here’s the Deets on Everything About the Music Festival That Will Return in April This Year

Coachella 2024 is here! Coachella, also known as the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, is an annual music festival held in Indio, California. The festival was first held on October 9, 1999, as a one-time event. But the festival’s success led the organisers to turn it into an annual tradition. What started as a modest two-day festival has become a cultural phenomenon today. The festival runs over two weekends for three days each. Whether you are a music lover, aspire to be an influencer, simply want to meet celebrities, or want to enjoy California, a visit to Coachella is an absolute must. Coachella 2024: Lana Del Rey, Sid Sriram, Doja Cat, AP Dhillon, Tyler, The Creator, and More to Headline This Year’s Music Festival, Deets Inside.

Roll out the desert vibes! We’re here to spill the beans on all things Coachella 2024.

When is Coachella 2024?

Coachella 2024 is set for two back-to-back weekends: April 12–14 and April 19–21, 2024.

Where Will Coachella 2024 Take Place?

Coachella 2024, the 23rd edition, will take place in the sunny Coachella Valley, Indio, California, at the famous Empire Polo Club.

How to Buy Coachella 2024 Tickets?

You have to register online for access to passes. The registration for access to passes will start on January 19, 2024 at 11 am PT.

How Much Do Coachella 2024 Tickets Cost?

Ticket prices vary depending on the type you choose. You can find options starting at $549 and $499, with additional booking fees. Tickets tend to sell out fast, so do buy them as soon as they go on sale.

Who Are the Headliners for Coachella 2024?

Excitement is brewing for this year’s headliners: Lana Del Rey, Tyler, the Creator, and Doja Cat. They are among the most anticipated in recent times!

Who Else Will Be Performing at Coachella 2024?

The lineup poster includes the names of Peso Pluma, AP Dhillon, J. Balvin, Sabrina Carpenter, Ice Spice, Bebe Rexha, Suki Waterhouse, Jockstrap, and more.

What Should I Wear to Coachella 2024?

Fashion plays a big role in Coachella’s popularity. Everyone, from celebrities to influencers, gets attention for their festival outfits. It’s natural to want trendy clothes for that social media spotlight. Just remember, in April, California can get hot. So, prioritize comfort. You will be on your feet a lot, so choose comfy footwear—skip the flip-flops or pinchy heels. Keep it stylish and comfy!

Is there Anything Else Other Than Music at Coachella 2024?

Coachella isn’t just about music! There are sports and art activities; you can camp, spot celebrities, eat, drink, take pictures, and more. If you’re surely going to the festival, download the Coachella Mobile App for live updates on lineups, games, activities, and everything else you need.

Coachella 2024 promises to be an amazing blend of music, art, culture, and good vibes. Seize the opportunity, and don’t miss out on the fun!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 21, 2024 12:32 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Na području Velike Gorice nestala 9-godišnja kujica Barica. Jeste li je vidjeli?

NA PODRUČJU Velike Gorice nestala je kujica koja se odaziva na ime Barica.

Barica je devetogodišnji patuljasti pinč te veoma nedostaje njenim vlasnicima. Pomozimo im da je pronađu!

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“Tako dobra ideja”: Novi trend koji potiče smanjenu potrošnju širi se TikTokom

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

NA POČETKU nove godine neki ljudi odluče izbjegavati alkohol, a sada je, čini se, sve veći broj onih koji žele izbjeći pretjeranu potrošnju. Naime, No Spend January (siječanj bez trošenja) postaje sve popularniji među ljudima na TikToku i drugim društvenim mrežama, baš kao i Dry January (suhi siječanj). 

Koncept je prilično jednostavan – prilagodite svoje navike i oduprite se porivu da kupujete stvari koje vam ne trebaju. To znači odricanje od odlaska u restorane, kupovine na rasprodajama, a i putovanja su ostavljena po strani. 

Neki idu i ekstremnije pa maksimalno režu troškove kod kupovina namirnica i sl. Naravno, nije realno uopće se odreći trošenja u mjesecu, ali troškovi su svedeni samo na nužne stvari. 

Tiktokeri dijele svoj napredak

Hashtag je prikupio gotovo 46 milijuna pregleda na TikToku, a ljudi nude savjete i izvještavaju o vlastitom napretku.

Tako je tiktokerica Natalie (@natalienfischer) navela pet stvari koje su joj pomogle da smanji potrošnju u siječnju. Kaže da je obrisala sve aplikacije za kupovinu i dostavu. “Često bi se dogodilo da se uhvatim kako kupujem odjeću jer bih dobila obavijest od aplikacije da imaju rasprodaju koja traje samo 24 sata”, pojasnila je. 

Zatim je dodala da je smanjila vrijeme koje provodi na društvenim mrežama. Istaknula je da na njima često bude zasuta oglasima sa stvarima koje joj ne trebaju. Također kaže da je prestala pratiti modne i beauty influencere. Istaknula je i da su joj se mnogi prijatelji pridružili pa tako jedni druge podržavaju, ali i kontroliraju. Osim toga, prati svoju potrošnju.

“Ne moram kupovati stvari da bih impresionirala ljude koje ne poznajem”

Tiktokerica Alex (@alexonabudget) planira s mužem smanjiti potrošnju od siječnja do ožujka, a kao prvi korak odredili su si tjedni budžet za osnovne stvari. Također, planiraju u kupovinu ići samo u dvije trgovine koje drže hranu i nužne stvari. Dodala je da plaćaju račune odmah na početku mjeseca, a ostatak investiraju. 

Istaknula je da se svakoga jutra podsjeti da ne bi trebala mariti što drugi misle o tome što ona posjeduje, već da je to isključivo njezina briga. “Ne moram kupovati stvari da bih impresionirala ljude koje ne poznajem.”

“Ovo je utjecaj koji trebam”

Tiktokerica Lindsay (@lindsaybthomas) napravila je dvije liste. Prva sadrži stvari koje joj je dozvoljeno kupovati, a druga sadrži one koje nisu dozvoljene. “Na kraju dana stvarno ti ništa novo zapravo ne treba”, istaknula je na kraju videa. 

Ispod tih videa mogu se naći razni komentari. “Ovo je utjecaj koji trebam”, “I mi isto ne trošimo ovoga siječnja, do sada smo dobri”, “Voljela bih da imam tu disciplinu”, “Mi nećemo trošiti cijelu 2024.”, “Tako dobra ideja”, “Inspirirajuće”, “Volim ovo, pokušavam uštedjeti ove godine tako da sam završila na dobroj strani TikToka.”

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Delhi Police arrests Guntur man for Rashmika Mandanna deepfake video

Investigations revealed that the deepfake video was posted four days after the original video. 

“Once the accused was identified, a team was dispatched to Guntur, Andhra Pradesh from where Eemani Naveen was arrested,” the officer said.

During the interrogation, Naveen revealed that he was a big Mandanna fan and ran a fan page just for her. He had also created two more fan pages of another two noted celebrities.  

He was managing all three pages and uploading original videos. Followers of the fan page of the other two film stars were in lakhs but Mandanna’s was only around 90,000.

“Just to increase the followers of the page, the accused Naveen created her deepfake video and posted it on the fan page. Due to this deepfake video, the fan following of this page was increased from 90,000 to 1,08,000 within two weeks,” the DCP said.

Later, when Naveen realized that it became a national sensation and several celebrities had spoken against the creation of the video, he got spooked and deleted the post from the Instagram Channel. He also changed the name of the fan page and deleted relevant digital data from his devices to be on the safe side.

On further interrogation, the accused disclosed that, while pursuing B tech from Adhi college of Engineering and Technology, Chennai, he completed certification in Digital Marketing from Google Garage in 2019.

As Naveen got more interest in digital media, he studied courses like website development, photoshop, and video editing from YouTube. 

He came back to the village in March 2023 and started working from home by providing services of Photoshop, Instagram channel promotion, YouTube video creation or editing and search engine optimization on a chargeable basis.

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Cryptocurrency

Sensex, Nifty likely to remain subdued today

Domestic markets are likely to open flat and remain listless today. The focus will be on big ticket banking and finance companies such as ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Can Fin Homes, IDBI, IDFC First Bank and IREDA.

Participation from global investors will be low and even domestic investors will be in a holiday mood, said analysts.

As the US stocks overnight closed sharply higher, analysts expect domestic market to see a positive opening.

Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services, said that subdued performance was reflected in the market amidst weakening global cues and elevated domestic valuations in mid- and small caps, eroding investor confidence.

“Strong US retail sales and rising US bond yields diminish expectations of a swift Fed rate cut, redirecting investor focus to safer bonds,” he said.

FIIs maintained a risk-off stance amid concerns over persistent interest rates and initial Q3 results, suggesting a potential domestic earnings slowdown. Looking ahead, the interest rate decisions of the BoJ and ECB, along with US GDP data, will drive market dynamics, he further said.

Shrey Jain, Founder and CEO SAS Online – India’s Deep Discount Broker, said, “Even though the market got better on Friday, investors should be cautious and not rush to buy when the prices dip.”

“The correction in the market may still be happening until the Nifty goes above the crucial support range of 21,500-21,550, which is currently acting as a strong barrier,” he cautioned.

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Health Fitness

Liječnici otkrili koji znak jasno pokazuje da ne pijemo dovoljno vode

KOLIKO god se trudili, većina ljudi na dnevnoj bazi ne pije dovoljno vode. Održavanje pravilne hidracije neizmjerno je važno. Ona kontrolira tjelesnu temperaturu, dostavlja hranjive tvari stanicama te održava funkcioniranje organa i mentalnu oštrinu.

Više je pokazatelja koji nam daju do znanja da tijelu nedostaje vode, ali stručnjaci su se složili da postoji jedan kojeg često zanemarujemo.

Prema dr. Dani Cohen, prvi znak da tijelu nedostaje vode je boja mokraće. “Najbolji način za mjerenje razine hidracije je iznimno jednostavan: učestalost i boja vaše mokraće. Trebali biste ići na toalet svaka dva do tri sata budnosti, a ako ne idete, vjerojatno ste dehidrirani”, objašnjava ona.

Dodaje da je blijedožuta mokraća dobar pokazatelj da pijete dovoljno vode. Ako je tamnožuta, narančasta ili smeđa, to znači da ne pijete dovoljno. S druge strane, ako je urin proziran, objašnjava da je to znak da ste prekomjerno hidrirani i pijete više vode nego što trebate, prenosi portal People.

Drugi očiti pokazatelj da tijelu nedostaje vode je žeđ. “Najčešći znak neadekvatne hidracije je osjećaj žeđi. Ako stalno osjećate žeđ, to je pokazatelj da vašem tijelu treba više tekućine”, objašnjava dr. Patrick Carter. Međutim, Carter ističe da osjećaj žeđi može biti povezan i s drugim medicinskim stanjima, poput dijabetesa.

Oba liječnika ističu da su vrtoglavica, umor, glavobolja, grčevi u mišićima i osjećaj slabosti znakovi dehidracije. Dodaju da pravilna hidracija ovisi o pojedincu, ali općenita smjernica je da treba popiti osam čaša vode dnevno, prenosi People.

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Kujica misli da je svadba organizirana samo za nju: “Ona je prava zvijezda”

NA VJENČANJIMA obično su mladenci u središtu pažnje, no ovoga puta pažnju gostiju ukrala je kujica Cheerio. Odigrala je ključnu ulogu u ceremoniji svojih vlasnika, Emely i Tylera.

Nakon što su kumovi i djeveruše prošli do oltara, gosti su očekivali mladenku. No, nisu znali da će se umjesto nje prvo pojaviti njezina voljena ljubimica. Video je postao viralan s preko 3,4 milijuna pregleda i više od 286.000 lajkova.

Korisnici TikToka bili su oduševljeni, a mnogi su pohvalili Cheerio što je svoju ulogu odradila bez greške.

“Ona je bila prava zvijezda na ovom vjenčanju”, podijelila je jedna korisnica. Druga je dodala: “Ovo je preslatko!”

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Nakon što je potrošila malo pakiranje parfema, kupila je veliko: Ne mirišu isto

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

POTRAGA za omiljenim mirisom može biti izazovna, a za neke i frustrirajuća. Naime, svaka osoba ima svoje jedinstvene preferencije kad je riječ o parfemima, a pronalaženje mirisa koji savršeno odražava vašu osobnost i stil može biti pothvat i pol.

Većina najčešće ode u parfumeriju ili drogeriju te isproba miris na licu mjesta i zamoli za tester (ili putno pakiranje) kako bi ga mogli isprobati kroz neko vrijeme. Kada nema testera željenog mirisa, neki se odlučuju na kupnju najmanje dostupne bočice tog parfema prije nego što se odluče na veliko pakiranje, koje je ujedno i dosta skuplje. 

Požalila se na veliko pakiranje mirisne vodice Sol de Janeiro

No jedna tiktokerica je sada naišla na drugi problem. Naime, našla je parfem koji joj savršeno odgovara i nakon što je potrošila malo pakiranje, odlučila se počastiti i kupiti najveću bočicu. No kaže da ne mirišu isto, odnosno da je manje pakiranje puno bolje i intenzivnije od većeg te da dulje traje. 

Ellysa Yagho (@new.ellysa) podijelila je putem TikToka sa svojim pratiteljima nezadovoljstvo velikom bočicom mirisne vodice Sol de Janeiro Rio Radiance. “Ovo nije jedina tvrtka koja radi ovakva sranja, ali ljuta sam”, istaknula je na početku. 

Potom je pojasnila da je prvo kupila malu bočicu mirisne vodice marke Sol de Janeiro. Toliko joj se svidjela da se, nakon što ju je potrošila, odlučila na kupnju najvećeg pakiranja tog mirisa. “Recite mi zašto je jedno špricanje iz ove male bočice ekvivalentno 17 špricanja iz ove veće”, pojasnila je svoju frustraciju. 

Dodala je i da unatoč tome što se toliko puta pošprica mirisom iz veće bočice, on brzo i ishlapi. A, kako kaže, miris iz manje bočice “će bez obzira na sve ostati postojan.” Dodala je da je to prilično ljuti. 

“Primijetila sam isto”

Na kraju je rekla da je primijetila da i neki drugi brendovi parfema to rade. “Možda ne Dior i te high-end marke, ali druge da”, istaknula je i dodala da ćete dobiti malo probno pakiranje, a nakon kupnje velikog primijetit ćete da “ne mirišu isto”. 

Video je u par dana pregledan preko četiri milijuna puta i skupio je mnoštvo komentara, a mnogi su podijelili slična iskustva.

“Isto je i s parfemom Kayali. Putna veličina traje satima, bočice od 100 ml traju koliko i jedno udisanje”, “Kao da ih razvodnjavaju”, “Poput Orea, mali Oreo ima mnogo bolji okus od onih većih”, “Prozovite ih sve”, “Mislila sam da sam jedina”, “Uzorci parfema su uvijek ukusni, očaravajući, a čim kupim punu veličinu, razočaram se”, “Primijetila sam isto.”

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Saoirse Ronan explores ‘ugliness’ of addiction with Sundance film ‘The Outrun’

PARK CITY: “The Outrun,” a memoir about recovery, has sold well over 100,000 copies in the United Kingdom alone, becoming a lifeline to countless readers battling with alcoholism.

So when four-time Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan picked up the book during lockdown, she had no doubt that she wanted to help turn it into a film.

The resulting movie premiered at the Sundance film festival on Friday, with Ronan playing Amy Liptrot, a music journalist who returned home from her destructive life in London to the wild beauty of Scotland’s Orkney Islands to heal.

“It’s a subject that I always wanted to delve into at some stage, having my own experience with it, as we all have,” Ronan told AFP.

“I knew that as an actor, there’s going to be so much that you’ll get to play — so much color, so many highs and lows.”

In the film, Liptrot unexpectedly finds succor in the stunning wildlife, rugged landscapes and crashing waves of her home islands — moments that are cross-cut with memories of her sabotaging relationships with her partner, friends and family.

“There was so much ugliness I got to bring in this person,” said Ronan, who is also a producer on the film.

“When she’s at her worst, she’s pretty mean to the people she’s closest to, and I’d never really gotten the chance to do that.”

“I don’t necessarily think I would have been ready to take on a role like that, even two or three years ago.”

Early reviews were full of praise, with IndieWire calling it both a “towering piece of landscape art” and a “rugged character study.”

‘Love me!’

The movie was among a packed schedule on the second day of Sundance, the influential indie film festival co-founded by Robert Redford, which takes places in the mountains of Utah each winter.

Also on show was surreal sci-fi “Love Me,” starring Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun as an AI-powered buoy and an orbiting satellite who strike up a romance after humanity has wiped itself off the Earth.

Surely the most original entry at this year’s fest, “Love Me” asks whether artificial intelligence can feel loneliness, or even love — and what it might think of humans, long after we have departed this planet.

Apparently the sole two surviving sentient devices, the buoy and the satellite try to overcome their loneliness by chatting across thousands of miles and over millions of years, forging an unlikely bond.

Building up their personalities from scratch, they scour the internet for information about the departed human civilization, mimicking the often cringeworthy and absurd human behavior they find on influencers’ social media accounts.

“For us, it’s not really a movie about AI. But it’s a movie about us, seen through the lens of AI,” said co-director Andy Zuchero at the movie’s world premiere in Utah on Friday.

“Sort of trying to unpack humanity circa 2024.”

Stewart and Yeun initially provide voices for the buoy and satellite, but gradually appear on screen in various visual forms as the AI machines construct a bizarre metaverse of their own.

“It’s about a world in which we’re no longer here,” said Stewart, on the red carpet.

With performative internet videos providing the only surviving imprint of humanity, “the echo that we’ve left is primarily screaming ‘Love me!'” said the former “Twilight” star.

Stewart will premiere a second film at Sundance on Saturday. “Love Lies Bleeding” portrays a violent and criminal affair between a gym manager and a bisexual bodybuilder.

Sundance, a key launching pad for many of the year’s most anticipated independent films and documentaries, runs until January 28.

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Cryptocurrency

BSE, NSE to function on Saturday; Monday holiday

Equity and derivatives markets of BSE and the National Stock Exchange will function normal on Saturday i.e. from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., without the planned disaster recovery movements. However, the markets will remain shut on Monday, as the Maharashtra Government has declared public holiday under the Negotiable instruments Act.

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Health Fitness

Gubitak kilograma moguć je i uz grickalice. Važno je samo odabrati one prave

MOŽDA se čini pomalo kontraintuitivno jesti više obroka kada pokušavamo smršavjeti, ali dijetetičari podupiru tu tvrdnju. Odabir kvalitetnih grickalica pomaže nam prevladati osjećaj ograničenja, pridonoseći osjećaju zadovoljstva dok radimo na dugoročnom poboljšanju zdravlja našeg tijela.

Dijetetičarke su podijelile nekoliko savjeta koji nam mogu pomoći da ostanemo na putu prema svojim ciljevima.

Trebate li jesti grickalice ako pokušavate smršaviti?

Dijetetičarka i nutricionistica, Lauren Harris-Pincus, kaže da je grickanje moguće kada pokušavamo smršaviti, zapravo, preporučljivo je.

“Grickalice vam omogućuju da rasporedite unos energije tijekom dana i spriječite ekstremnu glad koja može dovesti do prekomjernog unosa u sljedećem obroku”, objasnila je za EatingWell.

Sve dok su hranjive, uključivanje grickalica u prehranu može biti dio zdravog upravljanja težinom.

Strategije za učinkovito grickanje

“Smanjenje gladi i bolja kontrola šećera u krvi smanjuju vjerojatnost da će se netko prejedati tijekom sljedećeg obroka”, istaknula je dijetetičarka Caroline Margolis.

Kada je riječ o odabiru pravih grickalica za mršavljenje, dijetetičarke se slažu da trebamo birati one koje će nas učiniti sitima. Konkretno, voće i povrće sadrže niz vitamina i minerala koji pomažu održati tijelo zdravim i sitim.

Dijetetičarka Andrea Mathis navodi da je kontrola porcija korisna praksa koja osigurava uživanje u grickalicama koje volimo, bez da pojedemo previše. “Prethodno porcioniranje grickalica ili odabir pojedinačno pakiranih opcija može pomoći u kontroli porcija”, kaže.

Naglašava da je tijekom jela važno izbjegavati ometanja, poput gledanja televizije, kako bismo uživali u hrani i spriječili prejedanje.

Što tražiti u zdravom međuobroku za mršavljenje?

Za visokokvalitetan, zdrav međuobrok za mršavljenje, trebamo se usredotočiti na tri ključne hranjive tvari: proteine, zdrave masti i vlakna. Dijetetičarka Huma Chaudhry tvrdi da grickalice koje sadrže ove elemente mogu podržati zdravlje metabolizma, kontrolirati apetit i dulje nas držati sitima.

Pri odabiru međuobroka i grickalica savjetuje se da potražimo one koji sadrže najmanje 10 grama proteina i 5 grama vlakana, a pritom budu u rasponu od 200 do 250 kalorija. “To može biti dovoljno za obuzdavanje gladi između obroka i pružanje pravih hranjivih tvari za potporu mršavljenju”, zaključila je Chaudhry.

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Umiljata kujica koja žica zagrljaje osvojila je internet, snimka će vam otopiti srce

PRESLATKA kujica LilyBug obožava zagrljaje i zna kako to pokazati. Njezina vlasnica objavila je dirljiv video u kojem vidimo kako se namješta i šapicom daje znak kad želi da je se zagrli.

Dok su neki psi ispraksirali raznorazne smiješne načine žicanja hrane, LilyBug je ipak bilo važnije naučiti kako pokazati da je raspoložena za maženje. Snimku koja topi srca pregledalo je preko dva milijuna ljudi, a skupila je i preko pet tisuća lajkova.

“Udomljeni psi su najbolji”, “Zaslužuje sve zagrljaje ovog svijeta”, “Pitbullovi su najnježnija bića na svijetu, a ne zla čudovišta”, pišu ljudi ispod preslatkog videa koji će vam popraviti dan.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Procurile fotke Wales Bonner x adidas Sambica do kojih će biti gotovo nemoguće doći

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

NAKON godina zajedničkog rada, londonska marka Wales Bonner postala je adidasov ključni partner, a posebno se ističe njihov rad na iznimno popularnoj Samba silueti. U prošloj godini dvojac je imao čak šest zajedničkih modela, a sada je otkriven novi par, koji stiže ove godine. No to će ujedno biti i par Sambi do kojeg će biti najteže doći. 

>> Procurile fotke Wales Bonner x adidas Samba tenisica

Radi se o potpunoj crnoj tenisici s gornjim dijelom od kože. Prepoznatljiv jezik prošiven je bijelim kontrastnim šavovima, koji se pojavljuju i oko pete. Co-branding je vidljiv kada je jezik presavijen, a kada nije, na njemu piše – 1/750.

Samo 750 pari 

Upravo to, kako Hypebeast piše, označava da je ovo izdanje ograničeno na svega 750 pari, koji će po svemu sudeći biti pojedinačno numerirani. Osim toga, na stranama tenisica nalaze se zlatne zakovice. 

Trenutno nije poznato kada bi točno ove tenisice mogle ugledati svjetlo dana, pretpostavka je da će doći u nadolazećim mjesecima, i to na adidasovim stranicama, Wales Bonner stranici (koja šalje i k nama) i kod odabranih prodavača. Cijena o kojoj se šuška je – 165 eura. No ona još nije potvrđena pa je uzmite s rezervom. 

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Actor Suriya praises VFX team of Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘Ayalaan’

Sivakarthikeyan’s Ayalaan, which was released on January 12, has been receiving positive reviews from audience as well as critics ever since it hit theatres, with many praising the VFX team for creating the alien character.

It is to be noted that the film has extensive CGI shots, made specifically for the alien. More than 4000 CGI shots are there in Ayalaan, which is the most for an Indian film.

Phantom FX studio, the VFX studio which has worked on special effects for the film, has received praise from Suriya for their work in Ayalaan. He shared a bouquet of flowers with a note that says, “Loved the work done by all at Phantom! Shows your passion to excel! Amazing output won all our hearts.”

Sharing the news, VFX director and CEO of the company Bejoy Arputharaj wrote, “The Phantom FX studio team is truly elated to share the overwhelming appreciation we received from the esteemed actor Suriya for our VFX work in the movie Ayalaan. Suriya sir’s personal call expressing his admiration was not only a delightful surprise but also a testament to his keen eye for exceptional craftsmanship.

Following the call, we were honoured to receive a heartfelt appreciation letter and a stunning flower bouquet from him reflecting his humility. His gesture goes beyond the ordinary, and we are genuinely touched by his warm action.”

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Cryptocurrency

IPO screener: Epack Durable issue opens today at ₹218-230

The ₹640-crore initial public offering of Epack Durable will open for public subscription today and close on January 23. The IPO comes with a price band of ₹218-230 and the market lot is 65 shares.

The company has reserved not more than 50 per cent of the shares in the public issue for qualified institutional buyers (QIB), not less than 15 per cent for non-institutional Institutional Investors (NII), and not less than 35 per cent of the offer is reserved for retail investors.

Epack Durable, an outsourced design manufacturer of room air conditioners, on Thursday mobilised ₹192 crore from anchor investors as part of IPO exercise.

The IPO is a combination of fresh issuance of equity shares worth ₹400 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of 1.3 crore equity shares by promoters, promoter group members, and existing shareholders. Under the OFS, India Advantage Fund S4 I and Dynamic India Fund S4 US1 will be offloading shares, apart from promoters.

Anchor investors

The company has allotted 83.48 lakh equity shares to 18 funds at ₹230 apiece, which is also the upper end of the price band, according to a circular uploaded on the BSE website.

Among the marquee investors included Societe Generale, Copthall Mauritius Investment Ltd, Integrated Core Strategies (Asia) Pte Ltd, SBI Life Insurance Company, SBI General Insurance Company, HDFC Life Insurance Company, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company, Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company and HDFC Mutual Fund.

Utility of funds

Proceeds of the fresh issue will be utilised for funding capital expenditure for the setting up of manufacturing facilities, payment of loans, and general corporate purposes.

Founded in 2002, Epack Durable manufactures room air conditioners and small household appliances. It has integrated manufacturing facilities in Dehradun and Bhiwadi, Rajasthan where it manufactures room air conditioners, components, and small household appliances for leading Indian and MNC brands in India as an original design manufacturer (ODM).

Axis Capital, Dam Capital Advisors, and ICICI Securities are the book-running lead managers to the issue.

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Health Fitness

TV doktor savjetuje da prestanemo doručkovati ovu hranu ako želimo smršavjeti

DR. MICHAEL Mosley, kojeg nazivaju britanskim Dr. Ozom, preporučuje svima da odmah prestanu konzumirati četiri namirnice, koje su često dio doručka, ako žele smršaviti.

“Smanjite unos šećera, slatkih poslastica, pića i deserata. To uključuje žitarice za doručak koje su obično pune šećera, kao i većinu komercijalnih smoothieja”, rekao je.

Druge stvari koje bi ljudi na dijeti trebali potpuno izbaciti su škrobni ugljikohidrati, kao što su kruh, tjestenina, krumpir i bijela riža. Dr. Mosley je rekao da bismo umjesto toga trebali birati zdravije alternative, uključujući cjelovite žitarice poput bulgura, cjelovite raži, cjelovitog ječma, divlje riže i heljde.

“Smeđa riža je u redu. Mahunarke poput leće, graha i slanutka također su zdrave i zasitne. Općenito, najbolja opcija za one koji žele smršavjeti jest prelazak na mediteransku prehranu s niskim udjelom ugljikohidrata”, pojasnio je.

Što se zdravih doručaka tiče, dr. Mosley je kao neke opcije izdvojio zobenu kašu, domaći smoothie, palačinke od zobenog brašna i banane, kvinoju s bobičastim voćem te grčki jogurt s voćem.

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Vlasnici smislili trik kako bi umirili psa tijekom vatrometa

VATROMET tijekom Nove godine psima može izazvati strah i anksioznost. Ti predivni trenuci slavlja za nas često predstavljaju izazov za naše krznene prijatelje.

Važno je pružiti im potrebnu podršku i sigurnost tijekom ovog razdoblja, koristeći razne tehnike smirivanja i stvarajući mirno okruženje kako bismo im pomogli prevladati strah. Ovaj par je upravo to učinio. Kako bi smirili svog psa i odvratili mu pažnju od buke vatrometa, priredili su mu plesnu zabavu.

Korisnica TikToka Hazel McBride objavila je na TikToku video u kojem ona i njezin partner svom dvogodišnjem psu Whiskeyju priređuju zabavu kako bi mu pomogli prebroditi tjeskobu izazvanu zvukovima proslave Nove godine i vatrometom.

U naslovu su se našalili: “Kad ste oboje htjeli biti u krevetu do 21, ali morate prirediti plesnu zabavu kako bi vaš uznemireni pas zaboravio na vatromet u ponoć.” Srećom, trud para se isplatio jer se Whiskey značajno smirio zahvaljujući zabavi.

Ljudi su u komentarima pohvalili njihovo inovativno rješenje, a neki su komentirali kako su učinili nešto slično. “Iz istog sam razloga imao koncert za svog psa, vjerojatno dva sata”, podijelio je jedan korisnik.

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Svi pričaju o torbama koje Jacob Elordi nosi: “Ima najbolju kolekciju”

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

MNOGI su nakon filma Saltburn postali fanovi 26-godišnjeg glumca Jacoba Elordija pa tako u posljednje vrijeme društvene mreže neprestano bruje o njemu. Posebno se viralnom pokazala scena u Saltburnu s kadom pa su tako neki trgovci brže-bolje napravili svijeću kojom su ovjekovječili taj trenutak.

No sada se, pak, raspravlja o Jacobovom modnom stilu, a najviše je pažnje dobila zavidna kolekcija dizajnerskih torbica koje posjeduje.

“Kupila sam Baguette zbog njega”, “Želim Celine torbicu”, “Ikona”, “Volim ga”, “Zamalo sam kupila Bottega torbicu kada sam vidjela da je ima. On to tako dobro nosi”, “Normalne torbice na njemu izgledaju mini jer je tako visok”, “Volim njegove torbe”, “Ima najbolju kolekciju torbi, opsjednuta sam”, “Ima odličan ukus!” neki su od komentara na TikToku. 

Elordijev afinitet prema ovom modnom dodatku zapravo proizlazi iz njegovog australskog odgoja.

U intervjuu za GQ u studenom 2023., glumac Euphorije je rekao: “Tamo gdje sam odrastao bilo je ubičajeno nositi torbice oko struka. Kad izađem iz kuće, moram sa sobom imati određenu stvar iz svake kategorije u slučaju dosade – knjigu, blok za pisanje, role filma, fotoaparat, olovku.”

Međutim, kako navodi The Zoe Report, kako se Elordi etablirao kao modni IT tip u posljednjih nekoliko godina, njegov repertoar torbi doživio je prilično raskošnu transformaciju, s komadima prikupljenim od Bottege Venete, Valentina, Louis Vuittona i drugih. Osim toga, ne ograničava se na jednu vrstu siluete.

Iako zvijezda svakako ima slabu točku za elegantne torbe preko ramena, Elordi je također poznat po Valentino mini torbici za rame ili Fendi Baguette. Niže smo izdvojili neke torbe koje je Elordi ponosno prošetao. 

Bottega Veneta Medium Andiamo

Za svoju šetnju L.A.-om odlučio se za dizajnersku torbu. Glumac je djelovao opušteno, ali i dalje šik, zahvaljujući maslinastozelenoj majici s okruglim ovratnikom, sivim kratkim hlačama, bijeloj kapi i dizajnerskom dodatku – Bottega Veneta Medium Andiamo torbi. 

Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandoulière 50

Godine 2023. dizajnerske revije kao što su Coach i Loewe predvodile su ogroman trend putnih torbi, koji je Elordi iskoristio dok je bio na putu za Venecijanski filmski festival u kolovozu. Glumac je pozirao paparazzima s prostranom torbom, koja je bila friški model iz prve kolekcije Pharrella Williamsa kao kreativnog direktora Louisa Vuittona.

Bottega Veneta Padded Cassette

Tijekom godina Elordi je svoja pojavljivanja na tjednima mode rezervirao za samo nekoliko odabranih brendova, a Bottega Veneta je jedan od njih. Stigao je na prezentaciju jesen/zima 2022./2023. u crnoj kombinaciji, koja je omogućila da njegova torba – Bottega Veneta Padded Cassette u klasičnoj čokoladno-smeđoj boji – privuče svu pozornost. 

Fendi Baguette

Dok se obožavateljica Fendi Baguette, Carrie Bradshaw, uvijek odlučuje za verziju s malo više blještavila i glamura, Elordi se odlučio na potpuno crnu. Samo tjedan dana prije svog debija na tjednu mode 2020., prisustvovao je Fendi događaju u New Yorku, gdje je Baguette uskladio s grafičkim džemperom i elegantnim hlačama.

Burberry Olympia 

Bruberry Olympia torbica neutralan je komad koji ide uz gotovo sve. Elordi ju je iskombinirao s vestom, crnim hlačama i glomaznim čizmama na vezanje. 

Celine mini torbica

Elordijeva Celine torbica komad je iz njegove kolekcije s najupečatljivijim logom. Kombinaciju je upotpunio sivom majicom, svijetlim trapericama i popularnim Golden Goose tenisicama. 

Chanel mini torbica

Elordijeva Chanel torba za rame ukrala je pozornost dok je bio na Venecijanskom filmskom festivalu. Upravo je ona bila zvijezda odjevne kombinacije, dok je ostatak – bijela košulja i sive hlače – bio jednostavan i uglađen. 

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Khelo India Youth Games 2023 Opening Ceremony Live Streaming Online: When and Where to Watch PM Narendra Modi Launch KIYG Season 6 on TV?

The long wait for the fans is over as the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 is set to commence with the opening ceremony on Friday, January 19, 2024. The Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) is the flagship event under the government of India’s Khelo India initiative, which promotes sports at the grassroots levels in the country. Maharashtra are the defending KIYG champions while Haryana are the only other team to have won the title. The Khelo India Youth Games 2023 will be held across four cities – Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai and Trichy – in the state of Tamil Nadu. The sixth edition of the multi-sport under-18 meet will run till January 31. Khelo India Youth Games 2023: A Look at Five Things Unique to Sixth Edition of KIYG in Tamil Nadu.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 on Friday at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, marking the beginning of a two-week-long sporting extravaganza. The event, slated to take place from January 19 to 31, will witness the participation of over 5,500 athletes across 26 competitive sports.

Prime Minister Modi is expected to arrive at the Chennai airport and then proceed to INS Adyar in a helicopter. From there, he will make his way to the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in an open vehicle for the official inauguration of the games.

When and Where Will the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2023 Opening Take Place? Know Schedule, Date and Venue Details

The sixth edition of the Youth Games in India will begin in Chennai from January 19, i.e. Friday. The opening ceremony will take place the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chenna. The event will kickstart with the opening ceremony where PM Narendra Modi will launch the proceedings of the competition. The event has a scheduled start time of approximately 06:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). Khelo India Youth Games 2023: Heavy Police Deployment, Five-Tier Security for PM Narendra Modi’s Chennai Visit on January 19.

Where to Watch the Live Telecast of Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2023 Opening Ceremony on TV?

Fans can get the live telecast of the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 available on the DD Sports TV channel in India. For live streaming details, scroll down.

Where to Watch The Live Streaming of Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2023 Opening Ceremony Online?

The fans can watch the opening ceremony of the 2023 KIYG live through online streaming too. To view the online live streaming of the Youth Games, fans will have to watch it on Prasar Bharati YouTube channel.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 19, 2024 12:32 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Gaming

スロット獲得の最高確率

ト獲得の最高確率

スロットで勝つのに役立つヒントがいくつかあります。 まず、最近勝ったマシンを探します。 これは単純な戦略ですが、効果があります。

オンラインカジノ

もう 1 つのヒントは、ボラティリティの低いスロットを選択することです。 これにより、勝ちは少なくなるかもしれませんが、勝ちの組み合わせをより頻繁に打つことができます。

回収率 スロットを獲得するための絶対確実な戦略がないのは事実ですが、最高のペイアウト率でゲームをプレイすることで勝利のチャンスを最大限に高めることは可能です。 実際のお金を使い始める前に必ずマシンをテストして、どれくらいの利益が期待できるかを知る必要があります。 こうすることで、このマシンを維持する価値があるか、新しいマシンに移行する価値があるかを判断できます。

スロット獲得の最高確率

ほとんどのカジノはペイアウト率を公表していないため、米国ではペイアウト率を見つけるのが難しい場合があります。 ただし、州の賭博委員会によって公開された平均値を使用して、自分で平均値を計算することができます。

スロットのペイアウト率は、長期間にわたってプレイヤーに返される平均金額です。 このレートは、数百万回のスピンにわたるシミュレーション結果を分析することによって決定されます。 ペイアウト率が低いと小さな勝ちが多くなる可能性がありますが、ペイアウト率が高いと巨額のジャックポットにつながる可能性があります。

ボーナスラウンド
ボーナス ラウンドは、スロット ゲームの単調さを打破し、プレイヤーに賞品を獲得する追加のチャンスを提供する優れた方法です。 これらの追加機能には、ミニゲーム、フリースピン、または多額の賞金につながる可能性のあるその他のユニークな仕組みが含まれる場合があります。 ただし、これらの機能は一部のプレイヤーにとって、特にトリガーできない場合にイライラする可能性があります。

ボーナスラウンドをトリガーするチャンスを最大限に高める最善の方法の 1 つは、ゲームの仕組みを理解し、予算内でプレイすることです。 これにより、オンライン ゲーム体験を最大限に活用し、多額の損失を避けることができます。

オッズが固定されているルーレットとは異なり、スロット ゲームの結果は乱数発生器によってランダムに決定されます。 それにもかかわらず、ボラティリティの低いスロットを選択したり、ワイルド シンボルを使用したりするなど、いくつかの要因が勝利のチャンスに影響を与える可能性があります。 これらの要素は全体的な勝利のチャンスを向上させるものではないかもしれませんが、より頻繁な勝利とより高い配当を享受するのに役立ちます。

RTP
RTP、つまりプレイヤーへの還元率は、スロット ゲームが長期間にわたって賞金として支払われる金額の割合です。 この統計は、マシン上で数百万回のシミュレートされたスピンを実行し、結果を追跡することによって計算されます。 ただし、プレイするたびに勝てるわけではないことに注意することが重要です。

スロット マシンの RTP は、ゲームのボラティリティとヒット頻度によって異なります。 ハウスエッジも勝率を左右する重要な要素です。 ハウスエッジは、100% とカジノ運営者やゲーム開発者によって設定される RTP との差です。 スロット マシンでジャックポットを獲得する確率は偶然に基づいており、RTP レートの高いゲームを選択し、責任を持って賭け、プログレッシブ ジャックポットを考慮することで向上させることができます。 RTP レートは、規制されたオンライン カジノの「新しいゲーム」セクションで確認できます。

ジャックポットを当てる確率
スロット マシンでジャックポットが当たる確率は、ゲームのデザインとペイアウト率によって異なります。 一部のマシンは、高配当よりも低配当の勝ちの組み合わせをより頻繁に生成するように設計されています。 また、プレイヤーへのリターン (RTP) の割合が高く、ジャックポットの確率が低いことを特徴とするものもあります。

多くのプレイヤーは最大ベットでプレイすることでオッズを高めることができると信じていますが、これは真実ではありません。 スピンの結果はランダム性によって決定され、賭け金のサイズとは関係ありません。 これは、最小ベットでも最大ベットでも、勝つチャンスは同じであることを意味します。

もう 1 つのよくある迷信は、賞金が一定量に近づくとジャックポットの確率が高くなるというものです。 ただし、スロットは偶然に基づいており、ヒットする「予定」がないため、これは真実ではありません。 同じ原理がコイン投げにも当てはまります。つまり、2 回連続して表が出るかどうかに関係なく、表の確率は変わりません。

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Cryptocurrency

BNP Paribas expects Nifty to hit 23,500 by year-end, Emkay sees 24,000 coming

Global financial advisory firm BNP Paribas expects Nifty to post a high single-digit return in 2024 while domestic brokerage Emkay Global Financial anticipates an 11 per cent return. “While most factors remain favourable for Indian equities in 2024, valuation comfort has reduced, and we see limited upside,” said BNP Paribas, which expects Nifty to hit 23,500 by December 2024.

  • Also read:Nifty50 to end 2024 at 24,000 points, says Emkay Global
FPIs flow to continue

Strong domestic and FPI flows into Indian equities boosted domestic stocks in 2023, it said, adding “We see no reason for this to change.” The macro environment seems favourable with inflation easing. “Based on State election results, we think market concerns about the upcoming elections have eased. Also, in terms of underlying fundamentals, India has seen double-digit earnings growth with minimal consensus downgrades in recent quarters, BNP Paribas said. It added that it preferred large-caps.

Emkay Global Financial, on the other hand, said Nifty was to scale up to 24,000 level, registering a return of 11 per cent by December 2024. SMIDs (small and mid-caps) should continue to outperform, with better earnings growth and momentum in return ratios.

Seshadri Sen, Head of Research & Strategist, Emkay Global Financial Services, said the India story is largely a capex-driven, industrials-led earnings bounce-back. The Nifty, on the other hand, is largely driven by consumption and, to some extent, by tech. “There is a growing divergence between Nifty and NSE500 weights. So, while the economy and broader markets would still rule at high valuations in December 24, such optimism may not reflect in the broader Nifty. Manufacturing and infrastructure are expected to gain prominence as prime themes in the year 2024,” Sen said.

  • Also read: Nifty set for 11% return in 2024: Emkay Global Financial expects small and mid-cap stocks to shine
IT services to recover

However, BNP Paribas said its extensive valuation benchmarking exercise, spanning indices and sectors, indicates that its preferred ‘growth at a reasonable valuation’ opportunities are increasingly limited. “We continue to prefer affluent consumption over mass. We prefer private banks, given their strong fundamentals and reasonable valuations.

“We expect IT services growth to recover and telcos to raise tariffs. We would avoid staples and pharma for growth challenges. We expect autos to consolidate after a strong 2023. We expect high single-digit returns from Nifty 50 in 2024 and prefer large caps,” BNP Paribas said.

Emkay Global also opined that a BJP win in the April-May national elections is almost a done deal and its focus is on the FY25 Budget, with manufacturing and infrastructure as the key themes. “We also see the possibility of a recovery in mass spending. This is not certain, but we think it is worth taking some exposure to play this.”

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Health Fitness

Osobni trener otkriva pet najboljih vježbi za početnike

POČETAK fitness putovanja ne mora biti naporan i kompliciran. No, većina ljudi ne voli vježbe koje se fokusiraju na jačanje mišića središnjeg dijela tijela. Ipak, osobni trener Tyler Read sastavio je popis pristupačnih, ali izazovnih vježbi koje nam pomažu ojačati mišiće u tom području.

1. Plank

Plank je vježba za trbušne mišiće koja uključuje i naša ramena, leđa te noge.

Standardni plank

Vježbu započinjemo u položaju za sklekove, s rukama točno ispod ramena. Držimo tijelo u ravnoj liniji od glave do pete, aktivirajući trbušne mišiće. Počinjemo s dva seta, zadržavajući 20 do 30 sekundi, postupno povećavajući trajanje.

Bočni plank

Ležimo na boku, podupirući gornji dio tijela na jednoj podlaktici. Kukove dignemo kako bismo stvorili ravnu liniju od glave do stopala. Zadržavamo se 15 do 20 sekundi s obje strane, ciljajući na dvije serije.

2. Osnovni trbušnjaci

Vježbu započinjemo tako da legnemo na leđa s savijenim koljenima i stopalima na podu. Stavimo ruke iza glave i podignemo ramena od tla. Read preporučuje tri serije od 15 do 20 ponavljanja.

3. Podizanje nogu

Prvo legnemo na leđa s rukama ispod kukova. Zatim podižemo noge prema stropu, a nakon toga ih spuštamo, ali bez dodirivanja tla. Možemo započeti s dvije serije od 10 do 12 ponavljanja, postupno povećavajući broj ponavljanja.

4. Penjači (mountain climbers)

Standardni penjači

Vježbu započinjemo u položaju planka. Zatim naizmjence privlačimo koljena prema prsima u pokretu trčanja. Trener preporučuje tri serije od 20 do 30 sekundi.

Unakrsni penjači

Ova vježba slična je standardnoj, ali svoje desno koljeno privlačimo prema lijevom laktu i obrnuto. Kod ove vježbe izvodimo dvije serije od 15 do 20 ponavljanja po strani.

5. Superman

Osnovni Superman

Ležimo licem prema dolje s rukama ispruženim ispred sebe. Istovremeno podižemo ruke, prsa i noge s tla. Radimo dvije serije te zadržavamo položaj 15 do 20 sekundi, postupno povećavajući trajanje u drugoj seriji.

Izmjenični Superman

Ovu vježbu počinjemo isto kao i osnovnu: ležimo licem prema dolje s rukama ispruženim ispred sebe. Podižemo desnu ruku i lijevu nogu istovremeno, a zatim promijenimo strane. Read savjetuje izvođenje tri serije od 12 do 15 ponavljanja po strani.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Cancer Is Striking More Young People: Everything To Know About Early Onset of the Disease- a Concerning Shift in Cancer Demographics

Cancer has long been synonymous with the ageing population, but a concerning shift is underway as early-onset cancers become more prevalent, posing a threat to the progress made in combating the disease. While older individuals still bear the brunt of cancer diagnoses, the rise in cases among the younger demographic raises significant concerns. Diet Dos and Don’ts to Reduce Colon Cancer Risk.

In 2019, one in five new colorectal cancer patients was under 55, marking a near doubling since 1995. What compounds this issue is the tendency for younger patients to receive diagnoses at advanced stages, complicating treatment and reducing favourable outcomes. Recent data drawn from a study involving 562,145 individuals underscores the substantial increase in early-onset cancer incidence rates between 2010 and 2019.

Notably, gastrointestinal cancers exhibited the fastest-growing incidence rates among all early-onset cancers, indicating a concerning trend. However, breast cancer in women under 50 also experienced a notable uptick in cases. Interestingly, in contrast to the rise in early-onset cancers, the rates of cancer among individuals aged 50 years and older decreased over the study period.

The study, published in JAMA Network Open, reveals a shift in the landscape of cancer demographics. The lead author, Benjamin Koh, highlights the need to address this trend promptly to ensure that progress in cancer treatment is not impeded.

Historically, cancer has been viewed as a disease primarily affecting adults aged 50 and older. However, recent data challenges this perception, revealing a marked increase in the incidence of cancer among patients younger than 50, collectively referred to as early-onset cancer. These cancers manifest in various organ systems, including the breast, colon and/or rectum, pancreas, head and neck, kidney, and reproductive organs, causing significant mortality and morbidity.

The authors attribute the rise in early-onset cancers to various factors. They link it to the escalating incidence of obesity and changes in environmental exposures, encompassing factors like smoke, gasoline, sleep patterns, physical activity, microbiota, and transient exposure to carcinogenic compounds. These environmental shifts may be contributing to the altering landscape of cancer demographics.

Furthermore, there’s compelling evidence suggesting unique features of cancers in younger individuals. Researchers at Sanford Burnham Prebys found genetic distinctions in breast cancer among young women compared to their older counterparts. Similarly, researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai identified differences in the immune response to cancer in individuals aged 50 or younger compared to older adults. Moreover, variations in treatment responses to various targeted medications add another layer of complexity to addressing early-onset cancers.

The National Cancer Institute’s 2020 report adds weight to the growing concern. Since the 1990s, the rate of colorectal cancer has been steadily rising among adults younger than 50. Equally alarming is the increased mortality rate among younger individuals, marking colorectal cancer as the deadliest cancer type among men and the third deadliest among women.

In contrast, older adults have experienced a decline in the rate of colorectal cancer, attributed in part to regular colonoscopies and lower rates of smoking. The disparate trends among age groups highlight the urgency of understanding and addressing the factors contributing to the rise in early-onset cancers. Only through a comprehensive and nuanced approach can we hope to curb the increasing incidence and mortality associated with these cancers among the younger population.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 18, 2024 08:58 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Žena je snimila reakciju svojih zaigranih pasa na snijeg, snimka će vam uljepšati dan

JEDNA žena je na svom TikTok profilu podijelila jako simpatičan video svojih zlatnih retrivera i njihovu reakciju na snijeg. Psi žive u Velikoj Britaniji, u kojoj su pale snježne pahulje, a ova promjena vremena posebno se svidjela ovoj petorki.

Psi su iz kuće izlazili jedan po jedan. Prva je bila Honey, a potom su izlazili Star, Bruce, Cookie i Jack. Svi su bili vrlo zaigrani i sretni što ih je umjesto trave u dvorištu dočekao snježni pokrivač.

Osim snimke izlaska iz kuće, snimila je i njihovu igru. Malo je reći da će vam prizor izmamiti osmijeh na lice.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Novi trend su serumi za seks

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

INDUSTRIJA seks-igračaka i pomagala neprestano uvodi novitete, što posljedično dovodi do novih trendova ispod plahti. Sada pak industrija želi zamijeniti korištenje lubrikanata sa seks-serumima. 

>> Evo koliko često se trebate seksati da biste usporili starenje

Serumi su se prvi put pojavili na tržištu 2020., ali nedavne inovacije u kombinaciji s njihovim prednostima dovele su do porasta popularnosti ovih proizvoda. Kako piše Hypebae, serumi kombiniraju dobrobiti lubrikanata, koji smanjuju trenje, i uzbudljivih ulja, koja stimuliraju vlažnost i “povećavaju osjetljivost za veći užitak”. 

Djelujući kao afrodizijak, serumi za seks ne samo da izazivaju trnce u genitalijama već omogućuju i intenzivniji orgazam. Da biste ih koristili, jednostavno ih nanesite na vanjska i unutarnja područja genitalija.

Normaliziranje užitka

Industrija seksa, između ostaloga, želi normalizirati užitak. Nažalost, jedan od najboljih aspekata seksa – zabava – odbačen je u stranu. Val seksualnog blagostanja nedvojbeno je važan za destigmatiziranje, ali seks mora biti siguran i održavan – baš kao i svaki oblik zdravlja.

Stručnjakinja za seks Gigi Engle je savršeno artikulirala: “Seks je način na koji se odrasli igraju.” Dodala je da ne mora imati tonu emocionalnih implikacija. “Ako možemo restrukturirati naše razumijevanje seksa kao oblika igre, možemo se osloboditi srama.”

Serumi su namijenjeni poboljšanju seksa i uzbuđenja, dok također priznaju da ne postoji “jedna veličina koja odgovara svima”. Njegova je svrha pomoći vam istražiti i pronaći one stvari koje seks čine ugodnim. U nastavku smo izdvojili nekoliko seruma. 

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Cryptocurrency

Markets tumble in early trade; fall for 3rd day running

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty tanked in early trade on Thursday, falling for the third day running, as investors continued to book profits after the recent record-breaking rally.

Also, fresh foreign fund outflows dampened the mood.

The BSE Sensex tanked 561.05 points to 70,939.71. The Nifty plunged 165.6 points to 21,406.35.

The heavy fall in the markets comes on the back of a recent record-breaking rally. The BSE benchmark hit an all-time high of 73,427.59 on Tuesday, and the Nifty also reached its lifetime peak of 22,124.15 the same day.

  • Also read: Weekly Index Outlook | Nifty 50: Short-term outlook is bullish

Among the Sensex firms, Power Grid, Asian Paints, Wipro, HDFC Bank, HCL Technologies, IndusInd Bank, NTPC, and JSW Steel were the major laggards.

Axis Bank, Bharti Airtel, UltraTech Cement, Tata Motors and Reliance Industries were the gainers.

In Asian markets, Shanghai quoted lower while Seoul, Tokyo, and Hong Kong were trading in the positive territory.

The US markets ended lower on Wednesday.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹10,578.13 crore on Wednesday, according to exchange data.

“At elevated valuations the market needs only a trigger for a sell-off and yesterday this trigger came in the form of HDFC Bank’s worse-than-expected results. It is also important to understand that there was a sell-off in other emerging markets like Taiwan and Korea indicating that this is an emerging market correction driven by FPI (Foreign Portfolio Investors) outflows.

“The FPI sell figure in India yesterday was huge at ₹10,578 crore. In the context of rising bond yields in the US, FPIs may sell again. But this is likely to be countered by DII (Domestic Institutional Investors) buying in fairly valued large caps with growth potential,” V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Financial Services, said.

On Wednesday, the BSE benchmark plunged 1,628.01 points, or 2.23 per cent, to settle at 71,500.76. The Nifty tanked 460.35 points or 2.09 per cent to settle at 21,571.95.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude climbed 0.26 per cent to $78.08 a barrel.

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Health Fitness

Liječnik otkriva u kojoj dobi trebamo prestati piti ako želimo spriječiti demenciju

KAKO starimo, alkohol ima ozbiljniji utjecaj na naše zdravlje i blagostanje. Zato bi, prema dr. Richardu Restaku, možda bilo mudro potpuno izbaciti alkohol iz prehrane kako bismo spriječili razvoj demencije.

The Alzheimer Society tvrdi da istraživanja pokazuju kako pretjerana konzumacija alkohola povećava šanse za razvoj demencije. Konzumacija alkohola izravno korelira smanjenjem volumena bijele tvari u mozgu, što može spriječiti normalno funkcioniranje mozga.

Dr. Restak također tvrdi da redovito konzumiranje alkohola ili opijanje može narušiti zdravlje. U svom medicinskom priručniku How to Prevent Dementia: An Expert’s Guide to Long-Term Brain Health, alkohol opisuje kao “izravni neurotoksin”. Neurotoksin se može definirati kao tvar koja oštećuje, uništava ili narušava funkciju živčanog sustava. Zbog štete koju alkohol može prouzročiti, dr. Restak otkrio je dob u kojoj bismo trebali potpuno prestati piti.

“Toplo preporučujem da, ako imate 65 godina ili više, potpuno i trajno izbacite alkohol iz svoje prehrane”, napisao je.

Također je pozvao ljude da ponovno procijene svoj odnos s alkoholom, bez obzira na dob, pogotovo ako se na njega oslanjaju za poboljšanje raspoloženja ili samopouzdanja u društvenim situacijama.

Dr. Restak dodatno je precizirao vrstu demencije povezane s pretjeranim pijenjem alkohola. Rekao je da je riječ o Wernicke-Korsakoffovom sindromu, koji se može prepoznati kao “teški gubitak memorije koji rezultira izravnim djelovanjem alkohola na mozak”. Dugotrajno alkoholiziranje također može rezultirati nedostatkom vitamina B1, što može uzrokovati sindrom.

Suhi siječanj čini se savršenim trenutkom za promišljanje o liječnikovim riječima i pokušaj smanjenja unosa alkohola.

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Princess of Wales Hospitalised: Kate Middleton Undergoes Abdominal Surgery in London

Princess of Wales Kate Middleton underwent abdominal surgery in London and will remain in hospital for up to two weeks. On Wednesday, Kensington Palace issued an official statement, sharing a health update about Kate Middleton. “Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales was admitted to The London Clinic yesterday for planned abdominal surgery. The surgery was successful and it is expected that she will remain in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery,” the statement read.

The palace said that it will “only provide updates on Her Royal Highness’ progress when there is significant new information to share.” Princess of Wales Hospitalised: Kate Middleton in London Hospital for Abdominal Surgery.

“She hopes that the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her children as possible; and her wish that her personal medical information remains private. Kensington Palace will, therefore, only provide updates on Her Royal Highness’ progress when there is significant new information to share. The Princess of Wales wishes to apologise to all those concerned for the fact that she has to postpone her upcoming engagements. She looks forward to reinstating as many as possible, as soon as possible,” the statement concluded. Catherine, Princess of Wales Pays Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on First Death Anniversary with Her Sentimental Jewelry (View Pics).

Princess Of Wales Hospitalised:

Reportedly, The Prince of Wales will not undertake official duties while his wife is in hospital and during the immediate period following her return home.

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3 milijuna pregleda: Mačak koji zna izabrati najskuplji ručnik postao viralni hit

MNOGI ljudi su izbirljivi po pitanju proizvoda koje koriste i žele koristiti samo one najkvalitetnije. Stoga ne čudi da takvi znaju biti i naši kućni ljubimci. Ovaj mačak vrlo je poseban kad je izbor ručnika u pitanju.

Video na TikToku, koji je pregledalo preko 3 milijuna ljudi, pokazuje mačka Milu pred kojeg su vlasnici postavili zahtjevan zadatak – testiranje ručnika različite cijene i kvalitete. Milo je odmah nepogrešivo odabrao najskuplji i najkvalitetniji ručnik, ali je nakon nekog vremena odlučio dati priliku i ostalima u konkurenciji.

Posebno je zanimljivo kako je ovaj uglađeni mačak s gađenjem zaobišao najjeftiniji ručnik u širokom luku. Odlučio je isprobati još dva ručnika u srednjoj kategoriji, da bi se na kraju ipak vratio na najskuplji, koji je bio njegov prvi i zadnji izbor.

“Presmiješno kako je napao najjeftinije ručnike. Živcira ga što su mu uopće ponuđeni”, “Milo je sto posto u prošlom životu bio aristokrat”, pišu korisnici TikToka u komentarima ispod urnebesnog videa. 
 

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Trgovine su upravo snizile cijene proizvoda za čišćenje, nude popuste i do 50%

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

DOK smo listali kataloge i pretraživali ponudu za Indexovu prehrambenu šoping-listu, primijetili smo odlična sniženja na proizvode za čišćenje, njegu i higijenu, kao i na kućanske artikle i aparate, ili smo ih pronašli po povoljnim cijenama.

Izdvojili smo najpovoljnije ponude i proizvode s odličnim cijenama u svakoj trgovini. Tommy, Lidl, Kaufland, Konzum, Plodine, Eurospin, Spar i Interspar dostupni su u svim većim mjestima diljem Hrvatske, a ispod možete vidjeti našu šoping-listu za ovaj tjedan.

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Kaufland

Kauflandov katalog vrijedi od srijede, 17.1., do utorka, 23.1., ili do prodaje zaliha, a pojedini popusti vrijede samo na odabrane datume u tom periodu. Aktualni katalog možete prolistati ovdje, a za ostvarenje pojedinih dodatnih popusta potrebna vam je Kauflandova kartica.

Lidl

Lidlov katalog vrijedi od ponedjeljka, 15.1., do subote, 20.1., ili do prodaje zaliha, a pojedini popusti vrijede samo na odabrane datume u tom periodu. Katalog možete prolistati ovdje, a za ostvarenje pojedinih popusta potrebna vam je mobilna aplikacija Lidl Plus.

Konzum

Konzumov katalog vrijedi od četvrtka, 18.1., do srijede, 24.1., ili do prodaje zaliha. Za pojedine popuste potrebna je MultiPlus kartica. Aktualni katalog možete prolistati ovdje. 

Plodine

Katalog Plodina vrijedi od srijede, 17.1., do utorka, 23.1., ili do isteka zaliha, a pojedini popusti vrijede samo na odabrane datume u tom periodu. Aktualni katalog možete prolistati ovdje.

Tommy

Tommyjev akcijski katalog vrijedi od četvrtka, 18.1., do srijede, 24.1. Katalog možete prolistati ovdje. 

Spar

Novi katalozi Spara i Interspara vrijede od srijede, 17.1., do utorka, 23.1., ili do prodaje zaliha za prehrambene namirnice, kozmetiku, proizvode za osobnu higijenu i sredstva za čišćenje. Pojedini popusti vrijede samo u trgovinama Spar i Interspar, ovisno o dostupnosti proizvoda na akciji u tim trgovinama. Aktualne kataloge možete prolistati ovdje.

Eurospin

Katalog Eurospina vrijedi od četvrtka, 18.1., do srijede, 24.1., ili do isteka zaliha. Aktualni katalog možete prolistati ovdje. 

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Auto

Ford F-150 Lightning Switchgear takes the electric pickup off-roading

The Ford F-150 Lightning Switchgear is what happens when you take the electric F-Series and turn it up to 11 on the off-road scale. In a way, it’s like an F-150 Lightning Raptor, which is now a truck that we want to see made.

However, the Lightning Switchgear is not a production-intent vehicle. Instead, Ford is calling it a “demonstrator vehicle” and comparing it to other outrageous builds like the SuperVan, F-100 Eluminator and Mustang Mach-E 1400. It’s a test bed of sorts for engineers – the truck was built in collaboration with RTR – to experiment and learn about EVs in hopes that said learnings will be applied to future projects meant for the road.

Unlike all the projects listed above, the Switchgear sticks with the powertrain it comes from the factory with. That’s hardly upsetting, though, as the Lightning produces 580 horsepower and 775 pound-feet of torque in its Extended Range battery pack trim. What’s new are all the bits underneath and the sheetmetal around it. The Switchgear sports a wider track, increased ground clearance and lots more suspension travel. It features a custom double-wishbone front suspension and multi-link independent suspension in the rear with coilover shocks. A unique stabillizer bar and custom control arms complete the job in back. 

As for those shocks, it uses Fox 3-inch diameter internal bypass shocks all around and specially designed front and rear bumpers for improved approach and departure angles. Its power is sent through 37-inch Nitto Ridge Grappler tires wrapping 18-inch wheels, and it’s fitted with a rack that can hold up to two spare wheels and tires. Ford says it features 11 inches of wheel travel in front and 13 inches in back.

The Switchgear’s appearance comes thanks to carbon composite front fenders, bed sides and rear bumper. It also gets steel rock rails, a steel front bumper and a steel front skid plate. Most of the interior is standard F-150 Lightning, but it upgrades to Recaro Sportster ORV seats (for all five passengers) and gets six-point harnesses, too.

There’s more to the Switchgear than just off-road performance, though, because Ford says it’s built a “street configuration” alongside the off-road version. This fits the Switchgear with Nitto NT420V street performance tires wrapping 20-inch wheels, a carbon composite front bumper with lower valence, carbon rocker skirts and a Ford Performance tonneau cover. The ride height is lowered significantly, but Ford isn’t saying anything more about this street-performance truck. You can see the differences in the two builds in side-by-side photos above, with the only photo provided of the street build on the left.

If you want to see the Switchgear in person, Ford says it will make a public debut at the King of the Hammers off-road racing event on January 25 in Johnson Valley, Calif. We can only hope that this inspires Ford to take the production Lightning pickup to even more extreme heights.

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Indices tank over 2% on Fed talk, shadow over bank stocks

Benchmark indices went into a free fall on January 17, tanking over two per cent, to post their biggest single-day loss in the last one-and-a-half years.

HDFC Bank’s disappointing third quarter results, along with hawkish Fed commentary, escalating tension in West Asia, and weak GDP numbers from China, spooked investors.

The Nifty slid 2.09 per cent to close at 21,571. The Sensex ended at 71,500, down 1,628 points, or 2.23 per cent. Nifty VIX, a fear gauge, rose 11 per cent to 15.08.

Overseas investors sold shares worth ₹10,578 crore, while domestic institutions bought shares worth over ₹4,000 crore on Wednesday, provisional data showed.

  • Also read: HDFC Bank Q3 PAT up 34% on strong growth in NII, other income

Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services, said, “A correction in banking stocks, along with concerns over delays in US Fed rate cuts, impacted market sentiment. The addition of discouraging Chinese growth data and rising US bond yields also resulted in profit-booking.”

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said on January 16 morning that the central bank will likely cut rates this year but that the shift in monetary policy doesn’t have to be “rushed.” Ten-year US Treasury yields climbed to 4 per cent, while the dollar index rose to 103.38, its highest level in a month.

Back home, the higher-than-expected strain on HDFC Bank’s net interest margin weighed on banking stocks.

HDFC Bank shed 8.4 per cent and was the top loser, followed by Kotak Mahindra Bank, IDFC First Bank, and Axis Bank, which slid over 3 per cent each. All sectoral indices, except Nifty IT, ended in the red.

  • Also read: HDFC Bank Q3 PAT seen up over 30 per cent, margins under pressure

Asian indices fell, led by Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite, which slid 3.7 per cent and 2.1 per cent, respectively. European indices were trading about a per cent lower at 6 p.m. IST. China’s fourth-quarter GDP figures were slightly below expectations, bringing CY23 growth to 5.2 per cent.

The market will now turn its attention to quarterly results for stock-specific action and may consolidate after a sharp sell-off.

“With the street baking in good earnings growth for most mid-cap names, incremental flows will be driven by how close actual releases come versus built-in expectations,” said Jaykrishna Gandhi, Head of Business Development, Institutional Equities, Emkay Global Financial Services.

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Digital Marketing

On the Campaign trail – The Hindu BusinessLine

In the IPL season, brands and cricket are a great partnership. Sachin Tendulkar’s 50th birthday was another opportunity for brands to bat on the cricket pitch.

Apollo’s ode to 10dulkar

Apollo Tyres paid a memorable ode to Sachin Tendulkar on his 50th birthday through a multimedia campaign. Playing cleverly with the word ‘ten’ — since the cricketer wore the iconic No.10 jersey — the brand celebrated the “Perfect 10” moments of his career. The #Apol10 campaign, conceptualised by Wunderman Thompson India, is a simple brand name connect . The idea being that No.10 jerseys are worn by legends whose performance pushes you to dream big. By writing Apollo in such a manner that the last two letters resemble 10, it also is glorifying the performance of its tyres.

Uber’s auto connect

Uber’s new integrated brand campaign for its three wheeler mobility product — Uber Auto — attempts to drive awareness and recall for the category. The campaign scores as it uses the stories of some of India’s ‘resilient aspirers’ — rising cricket sensation Yashaswi Jaiswal, Indian international cricketer T Natarajan and the country’s first female bouncer Mehrunissa Shaukat Ali — to draw parallels with the users of its product category. The campaign connects the three stars, each of whom had a humble beginning in life, to Uber Auto, spotlighting how the challenges of everyday commute should not keep one away from chasing one’s dreams.

Gift of the Ganga

These days brand campaigns are not necessarily advertising films, but go larger and deeper. Lifebuoy’s ambitious virtual hygiene drive in the metaverse — Gift of the Ganga — is just that. It invites gamers to fish out plastic pollution from the mighty river recreated in the metaverse. In exchange, Lifebuoy will clear an equivalent and more amount from the actual river. In partnership with Swayambhu, a social enterprise and Centre’s Namami Gange Programme, Lifebuoy will roll out plastic waste collection and upcycling efforts in the Haridwar bend of the river. The plastic collected will be upcycled into a soap dispensing machine.

Sweet and tender

Parle’s new television commercial campaign for its premium sweet cookie brand, Hide & Seek, features two young protagonists who meet on a tennis court. Full of tender moments, the ad showcases how Hide & Seek cookies can be a catalyst for connecting with a special someone. Conceptualised by DDB Mudra, it is a direct and sweet film.

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Health Fitness

Trener slavnih otkrio koliko sati kardio vježbi trebamo raditi tjedno

TRENER Matt Roberts pomogao je osobama poput Adele, Naomi Campbell, Ellie Goulding i Davida Camerona da dođu u formu. Uspješan posao izgradio je prije procvata TikToka, za koji smatra da je prepun “fitness influencera” koji zapravo ne znaju puno.

“Postoji gomila ljudi koji se predstavljaju kao fitness influenceri. To je smiješna titula budući da zapravo ne znaju puno toga. Na TikToku su važniji oni nego sadržaj”, rekao je za The Telegraph.

Kao jedan od najuspješnijih trenera, Roberts je kroz 25 godina karijere naučio da je važno fokusirati se i na emocionalnu, mentalnu i društvenu dobrobit, a ne samo na fizičku spremnost. Također, uvjeren je da nam kretanje može pomoći da igramo tenis s 80 godina ili da trčimo uzbrdo s 90.

Iz osobnog iskustva zna koliko je važno usvojiti zdrave navike. Njegov otac umro je od raka gušterače u 69. godini, djed mu je umro od srčanog udara u 47. godini, a ujak u 40. godini od srčanih tegoba.

“Bez obzira na to imate li 50, 60 ili 70 godina, nikad nije kasno napraviti pozitivnu promjenu”, poručuje.

Njegov tjedni režim uključuje četiri sata kardio treninga niskog intenziteta, dva sata kardio treninga visokog intenziteta, dizanje utega i igranje tenisa. Također, 70 posto vremena hrani se kao vegan, dok jednom tjedno pojede porciju crvenog mesa.

Kada je riječ o tjelovježbi, za prosječnu osobu srednjih godina preporučuje između 200 i 250 minuta tjedno (nešto više od 4 sata) umjerene aktivnosti te 60 minuta snažnijih kardio vježbi.

Zašto je važan kardio trening?

Kardio trening ili kardiovaskularni trening odnosi se na aktivnosti koje povećavaju brzinu otkucaja srca i ubrzavaju disanje kako bi se poboljšala cirkulacija krvi i kisika u tijelu. Ovo je važna komponenta općeg zdravlja i kondicije iz nekoliko razloga.

Poboljšava kondiciju srca i pluća: Kardio trening jača srce i pomaže mu bolje pumpati krv, što povećava kapacitet pluća za apsorpciju kisika. To može smanjiti rizik od kardiovaskularnih bolesti i poboljšati opću izdržljivost.

Sagorijeva kalorije: Kardio aktivnosti, kao što su trčanje, biciklizam, plivanje i brza šetnja, pomažu u sagorijevanju kalorija i podržavaju gubitak težine ili održavanje zdrave tjelesne mase.

Povećava energetsku razinu: Redovito vježbanje kardio treninga može poboljšati opću energetsku razinu i smanjiti osjećaj umora.

Smanjuje stres: Kardio trening može pomoći u smanjenju stresa i anksioznosti. Tijekom treninga tijelo oslobađa endorfine, prirodne kemikalije koje poboljšavaju raspoloženje i smanjuju osjećaj stresa.

Poboljšava zdravlje mozga: Kardio vježbe mogu poboljšati protok krvi u mozgu, što može potaknuti mentalnu budnost, kognitivnu funkciju i koncentraciju.

Pomaže u regulaciji šećera u krvi: Kardio trening može pomoći u kontroli razine šećera u krvi, što je posebno važno za osobe s dijabetesom.

Povećava izdržljivost: Redovito izvođenje kardio treninga povećava vašu izdržljivost, omogućujući vam da obavljate svakodnevne aktivnosti s manjim umorom.

Smanjuje rizik od bolesti: Kardio trening smanjuje rizik od mnogih bolesti, uključujući srčane bolesti, visoki krvni tlak, dijabetes tipa 2, određene vrste raka i osteoporozu.

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Pets

Veterinar dijeli znakove separacijske anksioznosti kod pasa

IZAZOV s kojim se mnogi vlasnici suočavaju je separacijska anksioznost ljubimaca. Ovo se stanje može pojaviti kod bilo koje pasmine i u bilo kojoj dobi. Srećom, postoji nešto što možemo učiniti kako bi se naši ljubimci osjećali ugodnije. Veterinar Adam Christman podijelio je nekoliko savjeta.

Christman objašnjava da se ovo stanje može pojaviti na mnogo načina. Jedan uobičajeni znak je pretjerano lajanje ili zavijanje. Drugi je destruktivno ponašanje, kao što je trganje igračaka ili jastuka. Uznemireni psi također mogu obavljati nuždu u kući dok vlasnika nema kod kuće. Pretjerano slinjenje i dahtanje također mogu biti pokazatelji da se osjećaju nelagodno.

Psi primjećuju suptilne znakove poput zveckanja ključeva što im govori da vlasnici odlaze. Christman predlaže da osiguramo da se naši psi puno igraju prije nego što izađemo iz kuće. Uz to, savjetuje i da svoje pse odvedemo veterinaru na pregled.

Podijelio je priču o labradoru koji pati od separacijske anksioznosti. Iako njegov fizički pregled nije bio neobičan, rezultati nalaza krvi pokazali su pozitivnu reakciju na lajmsku bolest. Nakon liječenja te bakterijske infekcije, njegova je tjeskoba nestala.

Kako pomoći psu koji pati od separacijske anksioznosti?

Ako smo svog psa pregledali zbog osnovnih bolesti i on je dobio potvrdu da je zdrav, postoje načini da ga zaokupimo i zabavimo kada nismo kod kuće. Veterinar predlaže da nabavimo nešto poput Konga, šuplje igračke izrađene od gume, i napunimo je nečim što naši ljubimci vole jesti.

Dok oni uživaju u ovoj poslastici, mi možemo ležerno ustati i otići te se vratiti nekoliko minuta kasnije, kao da se ništa nije dogodilo. To im može pomoći da naš odlazak povežu s pozitivnim iskustvom.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Omega ima novi Speedmaster sat koji prikazuje površinu Mjeseca

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

OMEGA je lansirala svoj prvi ovogodišnji sat – Speedmaster Professional, za koji marka kaže da je “prava svemirska ikona i simbol OMEGA-ina pionirskog duha”. Ovaj model od 44.25 mm odaje počast povijesti Speedmastera na brodu misije Apollo 8, sa zatamnjenim mehanizmom čija su glavna ploča i mostovi laserski obrađeni kako bi prikazali površinu Mjeseca. 

Ovo je zapravo ažuriranje sata Speedmaster Apollo 8 iz 2018., koje donosi neke nove detalje i specifikacije. 

“Vidjet ćemo se na drugoj strani”

Cijeli je sat izrađen od crne keramike i ima žutu kazaljku za sekunde kronografa i laserski ugraviranu tahimetarsku ljestvicu na okviru ispunjenu bijelim emajlom. Mali sekundarni brojčanik ima kazaljku od titana razreda 5 u obliku rakete Saturn V. 3D oblik je postignut laserskom obradom, dok su boje izrađene bijelom bojom, ablacijom i laserskim zacrnjivanjem.

Sat pokreće Omega kalibar 3869 s certifikatom Master Chronometer. Nova verzija sata nudi “više lunarnih detalja zahvaljujući definiranom laserskom graviranju i kontrastnim površinama”, budući da njegova svjetlija strana brojčanika predstavlja naš pogled na Mjesečevu površinu sa Zemlje, dok stražnja strana pokazuje tamnu stranu koju samo astronauti mogu vidjeti.

Na stražnjoj strani kućišta ispisan je niz gravura, uključujući “Vidjet ćemo se na drugoj strani” – posljednje riječi koje je zemaljskoj kontroli izgovorio pilot zapovjednog modula Jim Lovell, neposredno prije nego što je misija Apolla 8 nestala na udaljenu stranu Mjeseca, i izvan radijskog kontakta.

Cijena sata je 15.500 eura, a više o njemu možete vidjeti ovdje. 

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Cryptocurrency

Mid-day market update: Sensex crashes over 1,300 pts; Nifty hovers around 21,650

The BSE Sensex slumped 1.88 per cent, losing 1371.4 points at 71,757.37 as of 1:42 pm, while the Nifty 50 traded at 21,642.50, down 1.77 per cent, shedding 389.80 points.

Out of the 3,853 stocks traded on the BSE as of 1:49 pm, 1,289 advanced, 2,471 declined, and 93 remained unchanged. The number of stocks that reached a 52-week high was 266, while those hitting a 52-week low were 17.

The stocks that gained on the BSE include TV18 Broadcast, CGCL, Network 18, Cochin Shipyard, and MSTC. The major losers were IEX, HDFC Bank, Pricol, and SAIL.

All sectoral indices traded in the red, except Nifty Media. Nifty Bank was down by 3.68 per cent at 46,355.95, and Nifty Financial Services was down by 3.61 per cent at 20,672.85. The major losers among Nifty Bank stocks were HDFC Bank (-7.35 per cent), Kotak Bank (-3.76 per cent), Axis Bank (-2.76 per cent), and ICICI Bank (-2.58 per cent).

Meanwhile, major stocks that reached a 52-week high on the NSE at 1:52 pm included Goa Carbon, Ganesh Housing Corporation, India Tourism Development Corporation, and Aurum PropTech.

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Digital Marketing

Celebrating young talent – The Hindu BusinessLine

With less than a month to go for Goa fest 2023, the Advertising Club which hosts the ABBY Awards during the event, has announced a new award category — ‘Young Maverick ABBY Award.’ Open to advertising professionals — individuals or teams, under the age of 30, entries for the new category will be judged on creativity, originality and impact for work created between March 1, 2022 and March 31, 2023 under the verticals of art, design, digital, film and craft. As Rana Barua, Group CEO, Havas Group India and Chairman, The ABBYs Award Governing Council said, “It is important that we turn the spotlight on emerging creative talent.” The winner will be announced during The ABBY Awards 2023, scheduled to be held at Goa fest 2023 between May 24-26 .

Social currency

It’s time to cash in on your social media following. Social currency payment card, WYLD has just been launched in Mumbai. Powered by Visa, the platform will allow social media users (with as little as 1K followers) to leverage their Instagram following to earn cash-backs on everyday spends. The platform is currently invite-only and open to the first 5,000 users on their wait list of 10,000 potential customers. Conceived in 2021, WYLD is a Fintech and Martech mobile app and payment card, riding on the idea that nano and micro social media users are the true disruptors of this market. The app lets anyone with over 1,000 followers on Instagram and a ‘WYLD score’ of over 100, to apply for the WYLD payment card. The WYLD Score is determined through an algorithm which analyses a user’s social media usage – their followers, reach, frequency of posts and stories, and the engagement on these posts by their followers.

Users have to make purchases using the WYLD card, post about their purchase on Instagram and can earn cash-backs, ranging from 30 -100 per cent of their transaction value, back into their card wallet.

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Health Fitness

Dermatologinje tvrde da ove namirnice pomažu u borbi s podočnjacima

PODOČNJACI mogu imati različite uzroke, uključujući nedostatak sna, genetiku i lošu prehranu. Neadekvatna prehrana može čak pogoršati probleme s podočnjacima. Međutim, promjena prehrane može potencijalno smanjiti oticanje i ublažiti neke simptome. Dermatologinje preporučuju ove četiri namirnice za smanjenje podočnjaka.

1. Avokado

Dermatologinja Anna Chacon navodi da je avokado izvrsna namirnica za blistavu kožu. Preporučuje da ga jedemo kao međuobrok ili u obilnoj salati. Objašnjava kako je avokado bogat vitaminom E, koji je moćan antioksidans jer se učinkovito bori protiv slobodnih radikala i smanjuje oštećenja od UV zračenja.

2. Rajčica

“Rajčice su fantastične jer se mogu koristiti u raznim receptima”, rekla je Chacon za SheFinds. “One imaju visok sadržaj beta-karotena i vitamina C, što djelomično pridonosi borbi protiv podočnjaka.”

Dermatologinja rajčice smatra ključnim elementom u njezi kože, jer su bogate vitaminom C.

3. Špinat

Špinat sadrži kalcij, klorid, željezo, magnezij i vitamine A, C, E, K, B6, za koje dermatologinja Elaine F. Kung kaže da su vitalni za izgled tena i podočnjaka. “Hrana koja sadrži vitamine A, C, E i karotenoide izvrsna je za zdravlje kože i sprječava starenje kože jer su snažni antioksidansi”, dodala je Kung.

Napominje da konzumacija špinata može biti korisna ako se borimo s podočnjacima budući da sadrži vitamin K koji jača stijenke krvnih žila. 

4. Šipak

“Šipak sadrži protuupalna i antioksidativna svojstva koja mogu poboljšati elastičnost kože te je zaštititi od oštećenja i preranog starenja”, objasnila je dermatologinja Enrizza P. Factor. Također navodi da dodavanje više vitamina C prehrani putem šipka može biti učinkovito u sprječavanju nastanka bora.

Ona zaključuje da konzumacija ove hranjive tvari, zajedno s pijenjem vode, zaštitom kože od sunca i nepušenjem, igra ključnu ulogu u održavanju kože ispod očiju zdravom i mladolikom.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Zooey Deschanel Birthday: Check Out Her Best Red Carpet Looks from Recent Times

Yes Man actress Zooey Deschanel, celebrates her birthday on January 17. The American actress, singer, and songwriter, is known for her unique personal style that sets her apart from the crowd. Her fashion sense can be described as vintage-inspired, with a touch of quirkiness that adds to her charm. One of the things that make Zooey’s fashion choices so interesting is the way she effortlessly mixes different pieces to create a look that is both timeless and modern. Her outfits are always well put together, with attention paid to every detail. Her ability to incorporate classic pieces, like high-waisted pants, blouses with peter pan collars, and A-line dresses, into her wardrobe is a testament to her fashion expertise. Zooey Deschanel Engaged To Property Brothers Star Jonathan Scott (View Pic).

Zooey’s fashion choices have a playful and fun vibe to them, which is reflected in her accessories. She often wears statement jewellery, like oversized earrings or necklaces, that add a pop of colour to her outfits. Her love for retro sunglasses is also evident, which she often pairs with her outfits to create a vintage look. What sets Zooey apart from other celebrities is her confidence when it comes to red-carpet fashion. She owns her unique style and carries herself with grace, making her a fashion icon in her own right. Her fashion sense is all about self-expression and individuality, and she encourages everyone to embrace their style. Zooey Deschanel Birthday Special: 10 Quotes by the Actress as Jess Day From New Girl That Are a Perfect Treat for the Show’s Lover.

To elaborate more on this, let’s check out the five best sartorial moments from her red-carpet journey.

Zooey Deschanel (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Zooey Deschanel (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Zooey Deschanel (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Zooey Deschanel (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Zooey Deschanel (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Happy Birthday, Zooey Deschanel!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 17, 2024 11:13 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Retriver koji se mazi s plišanom igračkom rasplakao je mnoge. Razlog je dirljiv

ZLATNI retriver Watson imao je najboljeg prijatelja Kika, koji je nažalost uginuo nakon borbe s rakom. Zato su mu vlasnici napravili plišanu igračku koja sliči njegovom najboljem prijatelju.

Video objavljen na TikToku prikazuje Watsona koji se sprema za maženje sa svojom vrlo posebnom plišanom igračkom. Kao što vidimo u isječku, Watson to shvaća vrlo ozbiljno.

Ovaj je isječak dirnuo korisnike TikToka te je postao viralan, skupivši preko 1.7 milijuna pregleda. Mnogi su komentirali kako im je ovaj video slomio srce.

Jedna korisnica napisala je: “Vidi se da mu jako nedostaje njegov najbolji prijatelj.” Druga se nadovezala: “Ovo mi grije srce, ali ga u isto vrijeme i slama…”

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U Lidlu upravo traje 2 + 1 gratis akcija, može se značajno uštedjeti

PREGLEDALI smo kataloge poznatih maloprodajnih trgovina u Hrvatskoj i izdvojili najbolje popuste i proizvode po dobrim cijenama.

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Technology

Stellar Amazon Deals: Hurry! Get your favourite items at slashed down rates.

Best Amazon Deals and Offers Today Live Updates: Amazon India’s Daily Deals unveil an electronic wonderland, enticing tech enthusiasts and homemakers alike. From cutting-edge gadgets and electronic items to essential home and large appliances, these deals redefine convenience and savings.

In this bustling marketplace, Flash Deals steal the show, offering lightning-fast discounts on select items for a limited time. These fleeting gems appear sporadically, adding an adrenaline rush to the shopping experience, encouraging quick decisions to snag incredible bargains. These are definitely not-to-be-missed-on deals.

The Today’s Deals section stands as a beacon, showcasing a curated collection of discounted electronic marvels and household essentials. Customers feast their eyes on a diverse array of products: smartphones boasting the latest features, laptops that redefine productivity, tablets that bring together resourcefulness with convenience and leisure, smartwatches that blend functionality with personal style and smart home devices simplifying everyday life. These deals cater to varying needs, accommodating tech-savvy users and homemakers seeking efficient appliances alike.

Electronics enthusiasts revel in discounted headphones, cameras capturing life’s precious moments and gaming consoles for immersive entertainment. Meanwhile, homemakers find solace in reduced prices on vacuum cleaners, kitchen appliances streamlining culinary adventures and large appliances transforming households.

Amazon’s commitment to variety and affordability shines through, ensuring a spectrum of brands and products to suit diverse preferences and budgets. Shoppers navigate through a sea of deals and offers, empowered by detailed descriptions and customer reviews, enabling informed decisions with every click.

The thrill of discovering daily discounts on coveted electronics, gadgets and essential home and large appliances amplifies the shopping experience, fostering a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Amazon India’s Daily Deals transcend mere transactions; they become gateways to convenience, innovation and smart savings, turning every purchase into a delightful journey.So jump in, save big and enjoy a shopping bonanza!

Disclaimer: This is an AI-generated live blog and has not been edited by our staff.

17 Jan 2024, 12:16:00 PM IST

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Broker’s Call: L&T (Outperform) – The Hindu BusinessLine

Target: ₹4,020

CMP: ₹3,573.80

Our interactions suggest that investors are concerned about the security situation in the Middle East, following attacks on ships in the Red Sea by Houthi rebels in Yemen. In our view, a key material negative development is the rise in ocean freight costs, which can have some impact on near-term EBITDA margins.

However, this rise is significantly lower than that in FY22 and can moderate due to shipping overcapacity.

L&T delivered a sharp rise in order wins from Saudi Arabia after its improved focus on compliance with IKV (in-kingdom value) guidelines. We expect similar gains in the UAE and Qatar as compliance with ICV (in-country value added) rises with more localisation.

So far, Middle East tendering has been strong (post the Israel-Hamas conflict) and there has been no negative news flow on any disruption in execution in these regions. In fact, Oilprice.com reported that L&T could be awarded the Safaniya contract to construct a gas oil separation plant in Saudi Arabia in Q4-FY24.

We modestly raise our FY25E EPS by 2 per cent and raise our target EV/EBITDA multiples for Energy and Hi-tech manufacturing to align with listed peers in our SOTP valuation. We value the listed subsidiaries at market cap with a 25.2 per cent holdco discount. Weak ordering momentum is the key risk.

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Digital Marketing

Ladyfinger will find the gender balance in advertising: Tista Sen

Rediffusion Brand Solutions recently launched Ladyfinger, an agency for women by women, which aims to elevate women’s perspectives. It wants to break through the casual gender stereotyping that characterises so much of advertising. Tista Sen, former regional creative director of Wunderman Thompson, South Asia, is leading Ladyfinger as its CEO and CCO. Excerpts:

Ladyfinger is an unusual name. How did you come up with it?

I wanted the name to have attitude without it being an attitude word. I had come up with five names, but unanimously everyone chose Ladyfinger. Different people saw different things in the name — attitude, fun, a vibe. I am a very quick decision maker and closed on it.

What is the structure of Ladyfinger going to be like? You have put together a diverse panel of advisors like a Bollywood movie writer Juhi Chaturvedi, a journalist and so on.

Today advertising is not just ads. It could be entertainment, music fests, comedy. When I am thinking of a brand solve, it could be a music piece; not a jingle, but a proper music album. The idea behind the panel is that if tomorrow I want to do something on Bollywood, I have Juhi Chaturvedi to draw on. I also have a lawyer Sheetal Kumar, with whom I want to work on educating urban women about their legal rights. What we want to do is really listen to women, do things with them, and not talk down to them.

It’s true that the female perspective is often missing in advertising. But do you really need an agency exclusively staffed by women to solve that problem? Couldn’t it have been done within the existing agency structure?

The answer is a resounding no. You have to do it in depth with a clear focus. The idea we have is to deep dive and build a new paradigm for women — it could be policy, it could be part of getting women back to work. It is also about giving women within the industry a tone of voice. It is a far more holistic idea than just creating an advertising campaign. An all women team can lead to more breakthrough thinking and more nuances.

Can you share any agency work that captures today’s feminine perspective well. Also a campaign that you personally have done that you are proud of.

Well, I really liked the Swiggy ad which shows a mother busy pursuing her own interest, and her kid comes and interrupts asking what’s for lunch. She just thrusts her phone and says to order whatever you want. That’s what I meant by nuanced real work. The mother is shown as an individual.

As to my work, I liked the work I did for ITC on Engage. It was the first deo created for men and women. Him and Her. We decided to do equal communication about couples at a time when the whole category was talking about attraction. We shifted the narrative and talked about couples coming together.

Last year I did something for Lux for breast cancer awareness. The insight was that women do not do check-ups regularly.

We created a soap with a lump to remind women that when they are bathing they could check for lumps. That was a different kind of work.

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Health Fitness

Nutricionistica otkriva šest stvari koje trebamo znati prije nego postanemo vegani

SVAKA velika promjena načina života može biti zastrašujuća. Osobito se veganstvo često smatra rizičnim jer nije za svakoga. Nutricionistica Alexa Bickhart i dijetetičarka Samantha Pyser navele su nekoliko smjernica kojih moramo biti svjesni ako se planiramo okrenuti veganskom načinu života.

1. Veganska prehrana nije za svakoga

“Pridržavanje veganske prehrane može biti veći izazov za nekoga tko već zahtijeva druga ograničenja u prehrani”, rekla je dijetetičarka Alexa Bickhart za Huffpost. Navodi da bi veganstvo moglo biti izazovno za osobe koje moraju strogo izbjegavati gluten ili one s probavnim problemima koji ne mogu tolerirati dijetu bogatu vlaknima.

Čak i ljudi koji jednostavno ne vole određenu biljnu hranu, mogu imati problema s uravnoteženom prehranom dok su vegani.

2. Veganstvo nije nužno zdravo ili nezdravo

Postoje razni zdravstveni razlozi za izbjegavanje životinjskih proizvoda. Prema Bickhartu, idealno bi bilo da veganska prehrana sadrži cjelovitu hranu poput voća, povrća, cjelovitih žitarica, orašastih plodova, sjemenki i mahunarki.

“Apsolutno možete imati uravnoteženu, hranjivu prehranu i zadovoljiti sve svoje potrebe za hranjivim tvarima s veganskom prehranom”, tvrdi dijetetičarka Samantha Pyser. 

Ona smatra da se prosječna osoba, vegan ili ne, ne treba zamarati makronutrijentima ili aminokiselinama, već da je važnije usredotočiti se na uravnoteženu i raznoliku prehranu.

3. Veganska prehrana može biti ukusna

Postoji mnoštvo zdravih i ukusnih veganskih recepata na internetu, ali za one koji žele napraviti veliku promjenu u prehrani, mala pravila mogu biti od pomoći.

Pyser upućuje svoje klijente da naprave “tanjure na bazi biljaka”, koji se sastoje od 1/4 biljnih proteina, 1/4 škroba ili žitarica, 1/2 povrća bez škroba, te jedne do dvije porcije zdravih masti, poput orašastih plodova ili avokada.

4. Uzimajte suplemente

Za neke hranjive tvari najbolje je da uzmemo dodatak. “Budući da se vitamin B12 prirodno nalazi samo u proizvodima životinjskog podrijetla, ljudi koji slijede vegansku prehranu imaju visok rizik od nedostatka”, istaknula je Bickhart.

Preporučuje se da zamolimo svog liječnika da nam testira razinu vitamina D kako bismo vidjeli trebamo li suplementaciju.

Veganstvo predstavlja značajnu promjenu u načinu života. Međutim, uz individualni pristup i ove savjete stručnjakinja, možemo uspješno prakticirati vegansku prehranu. 

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Lifestyle Fashion

Pongal 2024 Traditional Dishes: From Sakkarai Pongal to Payasam, 5 Traditional Dishes for the Festival

Pongal is a traditional harvest festival celebrated in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, marking the auspicious transition of the sun into the Capricorn zodiac sign. Typically observed in mid-January, Pongal spans over four days and is a time for expressing gratitude to the sun god, Surya, for a bountiful harvest. The festival is characterised by the preparation of a special dish called “Pongal,” a savoury rice and lentil dish cooked in a pot until it overflows, symbolising abundance and prosperity. Families come together to celebrate with rituals, traditional attire, and vibrant decorations, creating a joyous atmosphere that reflects the agrarian roots and cultural richness of the region. As you celebrate Pongal 2024, we at LatestLY have curated a collection of traditional dishes that you can add to your menu for the festive day. From Sakkarai to Arachuvitta Sambar, 5 Appetising South Indian Delicacies That Will Add a Burst of Flavours to The Harvest Festival.

Pongal: The quintessential dish of the festival, Pongal is a savoury rice and lentil porridge cooked with black pepper, cumin, and ghee and garnished with cashews. The ritual of allowing it to boil over symbolizes prosperity and abundance.

Sweet Pongal (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

Sakkarai Pongal: A sweet counterpart to the savoury Pongal, Sakkarai Pongal is a delectable dessert made with jaggery, rice, and lentils. It’s infused with cardamom and often garnished with cashews and raisins, creating a delightful treat.

Pongal (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

Ven Pongal: Another variation of Pongal, Ven Pongal, is a simpler version without the addition of jaggery. It is seasoned with black pepper, cumin, and cashews, making it a delicious and comforting dish.

Ven Pongal (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

Medhu Vadai: This crispy and savoury doughnut-shaped snack is made from urad dal (black gram) batter seasoned with spices and deep-fried to golden perfection. Medhu Vadai is a popular accompaniment during Pongal festivities.

Medhu Vadai (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

Payasam: A traditional South Indian dessert, Payasam is a creamy and sweet dish made with milk, rice, and jaggery and flavoured with cardamom. Some variations include adding vermicelli or lentils, creating a delightful and indulgent sweet dish to conclude Pongal celebrations on a sweet note.

Chana Dal Payasam (Photo Credits: Flickr)

The culinary traditions of Pongal not only tantalize the taste buds but also serve as a cultural bridge, connecting generations through shared meals and cherished recipes.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 16, 2024 11:31 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Pas postao senzacija: Pljunuo komadić hrane u prijenosu uživo pa je pokušao dohvatiti

JEDAN mali pas po imenu Storm postao je zvijezda televizijske postaje u Torontu.

Storm je u programu uživo zauzeo mjesto između dvoje voditelja i tako je sjedio sve dok u jednom trenutku nije ispljunuo komadić hrane na stol. 

“O Bože, to je odvratno”, rekao je jedan od voditelja.

Pseća briga

Pas se zatim pokušao dohvatiti komadić hrane te se počeo penjati na stol. Voditelji su ga brzo smirili.

Video tog trenutka je objavljen na Youtubeu, a komentari su se samo nizali.

“Smijem se ovoj snimci već 15 minuta. Ovo je sigurno jedna od najboljih snimki ikad”, “Pas je htio svoju hranu natrag. Presmiješno”, “Pas je jako sladak”, komentirali su neki ispod snimke.  

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Shopping Product Reviews

Profesionalni kuhari kažu da su ovi uređaji bacanje novca

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

DANAS na tržištu postoji mnoštvo uređaja za koje se tvrdi da olakšavaju kuhanje kod kuće. Ti predmeti često imaju i veliku bazu fanova, što običnih smrtnika, što poznatih osoba koje dijele videozapise o njima na TikToku ili Instagramu. No neki profesionalni kuhari tvrde da pojedini popularni uređaji nisu vrijedni novca te su dali i preporuke što koristiti umjesto njih. 

Sjeckalice za povrće i bilje

Za one s fizičkim ograničenjima, sjeckalice za povrće mogu biti spas. Ali ako možete svladati neke osnovne vještine rukovanja nožem, one bi mogle samo zauzimati dragocjeni prostor u ormarićima, piše Huff Post.

Neizbježni zoodle trend od prije nekoliko godina doveo je do porasta spiralizatora (uređaja dizajniranih za rezanje tikvica na tanke trake) i drugih oblika specijaliziranih uređaja za sjeckanje voća, povrća i bilja koji su zabilježili sličan rast popularnosti.

Ali prema Manuelu Hewittu, vlasniku i glavnom kuharu The Barrel Rooma u San Franciscu, ovi predmeti nisu vrijedni novca ni mjesta u kuhinjskim ladicama.

“Kuhinjski uređaji koji imaju jednu funkciju samo smetaju, a na koncu se upravo zbog toga rijetko i koriste. Sve razne spravice u stilu ‘sjeckalica’ obično zamjenjuju ono što bi se moglo smatrati osnovnom vještinom rukovanja nožem, a bolje je koristiti nož nego svoju kuhinju zatrpati s još više plastičnog smeća”, objasnio je Hewitt.

Preše za češnjak

Slično tome, preše za češnjak, koje postoje samo za gnječenje režnjeva češnjaka u male komadiće, Scott Smith, glavni kuhar The Oarsmana u Marlowu u UK-u, ne vidi kao ključni kuhinjski alat.

Smith otkriva da kada koristi prešu za češnjak, “češnjak izlazi oko ruba i stvara nered”. Nadalje, kaže da ono vrijeme koje se možda uštedjelo korištenjem preše dolazi na naplatu kada prešu morate očistiti od ostataka češnjaka. 

Umjesto da kupite prešu, Smith preporučuje da “samo grubo nasjeckate češnjak i zgnječite ga u pastu koristeći stranicu noža”. 

Kuhala za rižu

Mnogi kućni kuhari vjerojatno će imati problema s ovim budući da su kuhala za rižu prilično popularna. Uostalom, pogodnost električnih kuhala za rižu da ih se može postaviti i potom zaboraviti na kuhanje značajka je koju mnogi kuhari kod kuće cijene.

No ako želite skuhati savršenu porciju riže, Oscar Gonzalez, direktor nabave hrane i pića hotela Hard Rock u New Yorku, kuhalo za rižu ne vidi kao pravi potez. “Kuhači riže ili prekuhaju hranu ili ne skuhaju sve ravnomjerno. Riža je osjetljiva i treba joj pozornost”, rekao je Gonzalez.

Gonzalez potiče kućne kuhare da odustanu od kuhala za rižu i “kuhaju rižu na tradicionalan način – potrebno je isto toliko vremena, a možete napraviti pahuljastiju rižu s mogućnošću dodavanja slojeva okusa”. Njegov omiljeni komad posuđa za kuhanje riže je Le Creuset Dutch Oven. “Savršen je za zadržavanje topline i stvaranje najbolje riže”, rekao je.

Klasični ekspres-lonci za štednjak

Tijekom pandemije bilo je mnogo gorljivih obožavatelja Instant Pota, a društveni mediji bili su preplavljeni svjedočanstvima o tome kako je lako napraviti brz i zadovoljavajući obrok koristeći postavku ekspres-lonca za Instant Pot.

To je potaknulo ponovno zanimanje za sve vrste ekspres-lonaca, pri čemu su neki gurmani amateri odlučili izbjeći trendi Instant Pot u korist više klasične verzije ploče za kuhanje. Jason Goldstein, kuhar i autor kuharice, vidi privlačnost: “Čarolija je kad vidite rebarca i čvrste komade mesa koji se kuhaju mnogo brže od niske i spore metode koju koristite u sporom kuhalu.”

Ipak, kada je riječ o klasičnim ekspres-loncima, Goldstein upozorava da ih je “teže koristiti nego što mislite. Ako nisu podešena na odgovarajuću temperaturu, možete si pokvariti hranu, a ako nisu dobro zaključana, možete se stvarno ozlijediti.”

Tu je i pitanje prostora; ekspres-lonci su glomazni predmeti, pogotovo ako uzmete u obzir da obavljaju samo jednu funkciju. Iz tog razloga Goldstein preporučuje da se držite trenda i umjesto toga kupite Instant Pot. “Oponaša ekspres-lonac, ali je vrlo jednostavan za korištenje i ima siguran sustav zaključavanja. Također služi kao kuhalo za sporo kuhanje, tako da je dobitna kombinacija!”

Sve u jednom tave

Na Instagramu je trenutno jako popularno posuđe brenda Our Place imena Always Pan. Ove tave s poklopcem, prema marki, mogu “pirjati, pržiti, kuhati na pari, cijediti, klasično kuhati, peći, posluživati i skladištiti” hranu.

Hype na društvenim mrežama oko Always Pana inspirirao je druge robne marke da izdaju svoje vlastite sve-u-jednom modele tava. No neki su kuhari izrazili zabrinutost oko valjanosti tvrdnji Always Pana da može “odraditi sve”.

“Moja glavna briga je njegova loša distribucija topline, što može biti značajan nedostatak za recepte koji zahtijevaju preciznu kontrolu temperature”, rekao je Kevin Ashton, bivši kuhar restorana i sadašnji kulinarski savjetnik za Restaurantji.

Također je spomenuo da određene verzije Always Pana nisu sigurne za pećnicu, što “ograničava njegovu svestranost u kuhinjskom okruženju”. “Za mene posuđe mora biti svestrano i pouzdano u različitim uvjetima kuhanja”, dodao je.

Kada Ashtonu treba tava koja funkcionira bez obzira na jelo i način kuhanja, on poseže za “starom dobrom tavom od lijevanog željeza. Svestrana je, izdržljiva i izvrsna za razne stilove kuhanja. Osim toga, dodaje fantastičan okus gotovo svakom jelu.”

Mini blenderi

Akhtar Nawab, glavni kuhar Alta Calidada u Brooklynu u New Yorku i suizvršni direktor Hospitality HQ-a, priznaje da su mini blenderi prestižnih marki kao što je Ninja “izvrsni za izradu smoothieja i isplativi su”.

No nema ga u vlastitoj kuhinji jer ga “smatra ograničenim” i radije bi uložio u snažan blender koji može umutiti sastojke u većoj mjeri. “Više volim komercijalne restoranske blendere kao što je Vitamix, koji nudi niz visokih i niskih brzina i mnogo glatkiji pire.”

Nawab, doduše, priznaje da su vrhunski blenderi u punoj veličini “znatno skuplji” od mini primjeraka za jedno posluživanje, ali ako se o njima dobro brine, inzistira na tome da mogu trajati mnogo godina.

Panini preše

Većina profesionalnih kuhara, čini se, ne voli predmete koji se mogu koristiti samo za jednu namjenu. Slična je situacija s panini prešama, za koje Glenn Rolnick, kuhar Carmine’s and Virgil’s Real BBQ u New Yorku, kaže da “nisu nužan dio opreme”.

Umjesto specijalizirane preše za paninije, Rolnick predlaže korištenje “neprianjajuće tave”. U kombinaciji s malom prešom za roštilj (koja se može kupiti jeftinije nego preša za panini u punoj veličini), ove su tave “izvrsne za sve vrste sendviča, zajedno s francuskim tostom, pa čak i pečenim povrćem poput mrkve, šparoga, mahuna i tikvica”.

Kuhinjski brener

Osim što je bitan za savršen crème brûlée, kuhinjski brener može biti brz, jednostavan i neosporno zabavan način dodavanja daška zapečenosti i karamelizacije na baš sve. Amazon i drugi veliki trgovci na malo imaju bezbrojne opcije, koje su minijaturni modeli s plamenom koji potpaljuje limenka butana.

Nažalost, kako kaže Casey Doody, slastičarka grupacije restorana Boka u Chicagu, “ovi mali pomagači izvrsni su za korištenje nekoliko puta, ali ono što kućni kuhari možda neće razumjeti je da ne dolaze s dodatnim butanom i da će morati kupiti limenke zasebno da ih ponovno napune”.

Tako na kraju ne ispadnu toliko povoljni, a i plamen koji iz njih proizlazi “nije jako jak” i “lako se potrgaju”. Ona radije slastičarima amaterima savjetuje da kupe pravu stvar, kao što je Bernzomatic MAP-Pro 14.1 visoko toplinski gorionik.

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Cryptocurrency

Sensex, Nifty set to open little changed

India’s benchmark index Nifty 50 is set for a muted start on Tuesday, tracking Asian peers ahead of key economic data from China, after a recent rally to record highs.

India’s GIFT Nifty was trading at 22,107 as of 7:58 a.m. IST, suggesting the NSE Nifty 50 will open near its Monday’s close of 22,097.45.

The benchmarks Nifty 50 and Sensex breached 22,000 and 73,000 levels, respectively, for the first time on Monday, boosted by information technology stocks after the top four software companies posted better-than-expected third-quarter earnings.

The Nifty 50 has gained 2.72 per cent in the last five sessions and hit new all-time highs in the last two.

Investors awaited the results of India’s top private lender and the highest-weighted Nifty 50 company HDFC Bank, due later in the day.

“The focus will be on results of key players such as HDFC Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Larsen & Toubro, LTIMindtree, Asian Paints, IndusInd Bank and Ultratech Cement this week,” said Santosh Meena, head of research at Swastika Investmart.

Analysts expect earnings season to influence the market’s trajectory over the next two weeks ahead of the union budget.

Asian markets fell ahead of quarterly gross domestic product (GDP) data from China, due on Wednesday. Wall Street equities were closed on Monday for a holiday.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought Indian shares worth a net ₹1,086 crore on Monday, while domestic institutional investors sold shares worth ₹821 crore.

STOCKS TO WATCH:

** Angel One: Stock brokerage company posted a 14% rise in third-quarter profit, aided by rise in orders and client additions.

** Rail Vikas Nigam: Company emerged as the lowest bidder for a Madhya Pradesh project worth 2.51 billion rupees.

** Zomato: Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund sold 45 million shares, aggregating to 0.51% stake in the food delivery company, via bulk deals, at an average price of 138.15 rupees per share.

** Aster DM Healthcare: Hospital chain announced plans to distribute to shareholders about 70%-80% of the $903 million it will get by selling its Gulf business.

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Digital Marketing

Countdown to 2024 general elections, digitally speaking

By the time you read this the results of the Karnataka elections will be declared, and the celebrations will have begun. (The allegations and counter allegations too, we are sure.)

What role did digital technology — often mislabelled as social media — play in helping the winning party?

Since the 2009 General Elections when digital was first used by political parties at a national level, everyone’s been at it. The internet in 2009 was highly urban, by the way — and as we know, urban voters aren’t fond of voting.

2014 was a watershed, everyone came out blasting all the armoury they could muster and we saw a smart mix of content, platforms and distribution strategies. The role — and importance of — digital was established.

Digital tech and election campaigns
 Digital tech and election campaigns
 

The Viral Polls

2019 was the content election. It was the ‘Viral Election’ and everyone and his aunt created short, frequently animated videos which also used WhatsApp as a distribution medium. My guess is the top five national parties created 1-3 lakh videos in the months before the election.

Closer to our times, readers in Bengaluru may have noticed the massive amount of short-form vertical videos in the recent campaign, especially those using humour. Incidentally, I read somewhere that at least four crore of the close to 5.2 crore voters in Karnataka have access to internet and use various social media platforms.

The 2024 elections are around the corner. In fact the countdown has started, from today. Compared to the last couple of elections, there’s better planning and an organised communications strategy by political parties. Technology is delivering a smoother, more seamless experience.

Here’s what I think will be hottest trends in General Elections 2024 — many are already in execution mode.

Influencers Deliver

Influencer marketing in India has been gaining popularity over the years with much criticism from traditional digital marketers who feel they are short-circuiting traditional marketing funnels (Awareness-Consideration-Purchase-Advocacy).

The writing on the wall is very clear though, as far as political marketing is concerned. Which political party wouldn’t want a Bhuvan Bam or Prajakta Koli with millions of followers who hang on to their every byte?

Of course, no national-level creator-influencer worth his salt will associate with a political party directly — they will cleverly amplify the latter’s values. Remember the Bollywood stars of yore who would go on road shows with politicians, claiming they were ‘good friends’? This will be similar.

AI is here to stay

Artificial Intelligence is being used to analyse vast amounts of data to identify trends and patterns in public opinion, sentiment and behaviour.

This data — gathered in the blink of an eye — will be used by the better marketing agencies working with political parties, to create targeted campaigns and personalised messaging that resonate with specific voter demographics and psychographics.

AI-powered chatbots can be used to engage with voters on WhatsApp, providing a quick, personalised interaction and fast responses.

I see issues on data privacy, bias and manipulation. There will be many breaches of ethical and legal guidelines while using AI. These will be difficult to prove however.

10-second videos rock

Elections 2024 will not only see the death of the 2-min plus video, once and for all, but also the rise and rise of the 10, 15 and 30 second videos. The reason is simple: speed and scale.

I also see a massive use of AI to create content, some of which will be fake.

Consider the following tweet I just read: With just a photograph and 60 seconds of audio, you can now create a deepfake of yourself in just a matter of minutes by combining a few cheap AI tools.

Finally, the money. I see a major increase of budgets, my prediction is at least 40 per cent increase across video production, influencer marketing and AI paid tools. And yes, Zuckerberg and Messrs. Brin and Page will grow richer.

(Shubho Sengupta is a digital marketer with an analogue ad agency past. He can be found @shubhos)

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Health Fitness

Kako smršaviti bez odlaska u teretanu? Osobni treneri otkrivaju 10 korisnih savjeta

MRŠAVLJENJE može biti teško i zahtijeva ozbiljnu disciplinu. Ipak, u kombinaciji sa zdravom, uravnoteženom prehranom i redovitom tjelovježbom, mnoštvo iznenađujućih radnji može vam pomoći da pomaknete iglu na vagi.

Brojni osobni treneri za New York Post podijelili su deset manje poznatih i jednostavnih savjeta pomoću kojih možete sagorjeti više kalorija tijekom dana. 

1. Smijte se više 

“Studije su pokazale da smijeh od samo 10 do 15 minuta dnevno može sagorjeti do 40 kalorija. Kada se smijete, mišići vašeg tijela kontrahiraju se i šire, što povećava broj otkucaja srca i potrošnju kisika,” objašnjava trener iz Kanade, Micheal Harmlin, i dodaje da smijeh smanjuje stres, zbog kojeg se povećava razina kortizola u krvi. Razna su istraživanja pokazala da je povišena razina kortizola povezana s prekomjernom težinom.

2. Parkirajte malo dalje od mjesta na koje idete

Vrlo jednostavan trik za povećanje broja koraka u danu, a time i potrošnje kalorija, jest da parkiramo svoj auto malo dalje od mjesta na koje idemo i barem 20 minuta prošetamo. 

3. Hodajte nakon obroka

“Kada hodate nakon obroka, izravno šaljete energiju iz hrane u svoje stanice, snižavate skok šećera u krvi nakon obroka i odmah koristite energiju”, kaže osobna trenerica i vlasnica teretane u Teksasu, Anne Murray.

4. Obavite što više dnevnih zadataka i kućanskih poslova

Zadaci poput usisavanja, peglanja, košnje travnjaka ili šetanja psa definitivno će povećati vašu ukupnu dnevnu kalorijsku potrošnju i pokrenuti vas.

5. Što više pješačite

Ako radite od kuće, obavezno prošećite barem po stanu ili dogovorite ručak u gradu, do kojeg ćete otići pješke. Jako je važno da se krećete tijekom dana kako bi vaši mišići ostali gipki.

6. Vježbajte duboko disanje

Četiri do pet polaganih, dubokih udisaja prije jela, tvrdi nutricionistica iz Toronta Bria Gadd, mogu imati značajan utjecaj na sposobnost tijela da sagorijeva kalorije umjesto da ih skladišti.

“Svjesno disanje pomoći će smiriti naš središnji živčani sustav, opuštajući naše tijelo i braneći ga od gomilanja kalorija kao odgovor na trenutnu stresnu situaciju”, rekla je. Dodala je da preporučuje konzumaciju hrane i pića na mirnim mjestima. 

7. Tuširajte se hladnom vodom

Proces hladnog tuširanja poznat je kao termogeneza, kaže Hamlin, i može pomoći povećanju broja kalorija koje vaše tijelo sagorijeva tijekom dana.

8. Radite jednostavne vježbe dok kuhate

Ako taj dan nemate vremena za odraditi trening, možete napraviti nekoliko jednostavnih vježbi dok čekate da se vaš obrok skuha.

9. Pobrinite se da dovoljno spavate

Bolji san znači i bolju funkciju hormona, što znači da ćete vjerojatno imati manju želju za prejedanjem.

10. Odredite dnevni cilj pređenih koraka

Svaki dan zadajte si cilj koliko koraka morate napraviti i pobrinite se da ga ispunite. 

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Lifestyle Fashion

Selena Gomez Slays in a Strapless Sheer Mesh Gown With Sequins at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards (View Pics)

After being postponed due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, the 75th Emmy Awards are finally here in 2024. Selena Gomez stole the show on the red carpet in her plunging sheer black sequin gown. The Only Murders in the Building actor arrived in style on the red carpet at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday (January 15) at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. Emmys 2024: Selena Gomez Arrives With Boyfriend Benny Blanco at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards (Watch Video).

Selena’s sheer dress featured a black and burgundy-coloured floral with mesh detailing. For glam, she opted for a statement diamond choker necklace and a dewy makeup look. She kept her hair tied up into a side-parted bun.

Selena Gomez At The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards

Her hit show Only Murders in the Building is nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series and Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series, and co-star Martin Short is a nominee for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. According to Deadline, a US-based media outlet, Only Murders in the Building follows three strangers (Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez) who share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one. When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate the truth. As they record a podcast of their own to document the case, the three unravel the complex secrets of the building that stretch back years. Perhaps even more explosive are the lies they tell each other. Soon, the endangered trio comes to realise that a killer might be living amongst them as they race to decipher the mounting clues before it’s too late, reported Deadline. Selena Gomez Looks Beautiful in Black Striped Three-Piece Suit As She Attends AFI Awards Luncheon (View Pics).

Selena also served as the executive producer of the show in addition to playing Mabel Mora in the Hulu series, which has won four nominations this year. Meanwhile, actor Selena Gomez is all set for Oscar-nominated director David O Russell’s upcoming directorial Linda Ronstadt biopic film. According to Variety, a US-based media outlet, the musical biopic is currently in pre-production, with producers including James Keach, who produced the 2019 documentary Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice, and Ronstadt’s manager, John Boylan. Gomez teased her involvement in the biopic earlier this week by posting a picture of Ronstadt’s 2013 memoir “Simple Dreams” on her Instagram story. No other casting has been announced.

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Pets

Video ovih malenih kozlića će vam popraviti dan

KOZLIĆI su preslatke životinje i definitivno im treba dati malo više pažnje.

Upravo to smatra i autor videa koji je potpuno osvojio Twitter –  snimke malenih kozlića koji bleje najslađim mogućim glasićima. 

“Twitter treba više videa na kojima su kozlići”, kaže autor. Mi se slažemo.

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Shopping Product Reviews

Potpuno otkrivene prve Crocs tenisice. Ljudi pišu: “Trebam par”

Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani.

NAKON što je pustio nekoliko fotografija, Salehe Bembury objavio je još jednu kojom detaljnije prikazuje kako izgleda Juniper, model tenisica koji je dizajnirao u suradnji s brendom obuće Crocs. Na svojem je Instagram profilu pokazao ne samo kako tenisice izgledaju izvana već i njihovu unutrašnjost.

“Sviđaju mi se ideja i kreativnost”

Tenisice su dio kolekcije proljeće/ljeto 2024., a nije poznat točan datum puštanja u prodaju, kao ni očekivana maloprodajna cijena. U svakom slučaju, ljubitelji dizajnera i brenda vesele se ovom novitetu.

>> “Digao si ovaj brend iz pepela”: Uskoro stižu prve Crocs tenisice

“Prvi put razmatram kupnju Crocsica. Ovaj dizajn je nevjerojatan”, “Tenisica godine, a tek je siječanj”, “Trebam par”, “Da, da, da”, “Ove ću godine stvarno nositi Crocs tenisice”, “Silueta izgleda nenormalno. Rado ću ih nositi u močvari kad se odem hrvati s aligatorom”, neki su od komentara.

“Ne mogu zamisliti da prosječna osoba ovo nosi. Imam osjećaj da ti cijeli stil treba biti skrojen za njih. Za Salehea su savršene, a na drugima će biti čudne. Ali svakako mi se sviđaju ideja i kreativnost”, napisao je jedan od komentatora.

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Cryptocurrency

Sensex jumps 759 pts to close at record high, Nifty scales 22K mount on sharp gain in IT shares

Benchmark Sensex closed above the 73,000 level for the first time while broader Nifty scaled the 22,000-point peak on Monday as key stock indices stayed on the record-breaking run powered by a rally in IT shares, Reliance and HDFC Bank.

Rising for the fifth day in a row, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 759.49 points or 1.05 per cent to settle at a lifetime closing high of 73,327.94. During the day, it rallied 833.71 points or 1.14 per cent to hit an all-time intra-day peak of 73,402.16.

The Nifty climbed 202.90 points or 0.93 per cent to settle at a new closing high of 22,097.45. During the day, it zoomed 221 points or 1 per cent to reach a lifetime intra-day high of 22,115.55.

  • Also read: Weekly Index Outlook | Nifty 50: Short-term outlook is bullish

A strong rally in IT shares Infosys, TCS, Wipro and HCL Tech after better than expected Q3 results helped the indices scale new record high levels. Oil & gas and energy sector shares also boosted the rally.

Among the Sensex firms, Wipro jumped over 6 per cent after the IT company’s December quarter earnings beat estimates.

The other prominent gainers were HCL Technologies, HDFC Bank, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Industries.

HCL Technologies on Friday reported a 6.2 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at ₹4,350 crore, highest ever on a quarterly basis, in the three months ended December 2023 on the back of growth in both services and software businesses.

Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, Larsen & Toubro, Tata Motors, Tata Steel and Axis Bank were among the laggards.

In Asian markets, Seoul, Tokyo and Shanghai settled in the green while Hong Kong ended marginally lower. European markets were trading mostly lower. The US markets ended on a muted note on Friday.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude declined 0.29 per cent to $78.06 a barrel.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹340.05 crore on Friday, according to exchange data.

The BSE benchmark zoomed 847.27 points or 1.18 per cent to settle at 72,568.45 on Friday. The Nifty climbed 247.35 points or 1.14 per cent to settle at 21,894.55.

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Digital Marketing

Why the restaurant industry is betting big on ONDC

The duopoly of the aggregators in the food delivery space is suddenly showing signs of being challenged. Post-pandemic, the restaurant industry had been trying to push customers into direct ordering.

More recently, social media has been abuzz with screenshots of users ordering food using the buyer-side apps such as Paytm and Phonepe’s Pincode on government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) at cheaper prices than aggregators.

  • Also read: Orders soar for hyperlocal apps on ONDC

In recent times, with players like Zomato-backed Magicpin integrating with ONDC, thousands of restaurants have onboarded on to the new network. Some key food players such as Domino’s, McDonald’s, Biryani Blues, Wow! Momo, among others, have either already onboard or are in the process.

So why is the restaurant industry betting big on ONDC?

Dishing new options

Pranav Rungta, Head of Mumbai Chapter of National Restaurants Association of India (NRAI) and Director of Mint Hospitality, explains, “Aggregators currently control sellers, logistics and buyers in a captive ecosystem and charge whatever commissions they want. Our key battle has been against the high commissions charged by the aggregators. What ONDC does is unbundle this entire ecosystem. It decentralises the entire ecosystem with buyer-side, logistics-side and seller-side network partners.”

Currently, aggregators such as Zomato and Swiggy charge commissions that can go up to 25 per cent, for customer acquisition, logistics and enablement of orders. But the restaurant industry has long been batting for lower commissions for making their model viable.

  • Also read: Over 30,000 merchants have joined ONDC 

Sagar Daryani, CEO and Co-founder, Wow! Momo Foods said that ONDC provides a level playing field for the restaurant fraternity in their delivery business. “With 18-25 per cent commissions charged by aggregators, the current unit economics of the delivery business is not viable. On ONDC, commissions range between 2 and 5 per cent plus there is a delivery fee that the restaurant or platform pays to last mile service providers. So it ends up being cheaper than the huge commissions charged by aggregators,” he added.

One of the reasons why consumer orders are currently cheaper on ONDC is also because it is offering a discount scheme. T Koshy, CEO, ONDC, clarifies, “The discount offer ‘ONDC 50’ is for the short term and for a limited number of transactions. It is meant to give a jump start to the network.”

  • Also read: Nearly 400 farmer organisations in various stages of integration with ONDC: T Koshy
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However, Koshy says one needs to look at the bigger picture. “ONDC is a network with multiple seller and buyer platforms. This unbundled architecture will help take the leverage back to the endpoints (customer and sellers) from mid-points (aggregators),” says Koshy. He added, “In the long term, we believe, ONDC will make the value chain more innovation driven, cost-competitive and efficient from end-to-end.”

However, it may take some time before ONDC disrupts the dominance of aggregators. A recent report by Motilal Oswal stated, “We believe that the risks posed by ONDC (to Zomato/Swiggy duopoly), will only become significant once it scales up in multiple categories (Food, e-commerce, grocery), which would give it the scale to override the delivery scale of the existing players.”

  • Also read: Payment gateway Razorpay will join ONDC

Daryani believes that for ONDC to make a real difference, it will have to enable expansion of the digital ordering user base to a newer set of customers beyond the current 20-30 million active user base of current aggregators.

Others believe getting the customer experience right will be critical. After all, Indian consumers are so used to getting constant updates on their food orders, tracking their orders, being able to seek refunds or give feedback in a seamless manner.

Rungta believes that in the long-term even aggregators are expected to see benefits and may plug into the ONDC and come onboard as seller partners or logistics partners.

According to estimates, online food delivery in India is expected to grow at 35 per cent to about $18-b GMV (gross merchandise value) and contribute nearly 18 per cent of the total food services by FY25, led by growth in users from 20 million to 60 million.

Thrive gets going

Meanwhile, disruption is coming from another source -— emergence of food tech platforms that give restaurateurs more options. Take for instance: Hashtag Loyalty, which operates Thrive, and backed by the likes of Coca-Cola India and Jubilant FoodWorks, the operator of Domino’s restaurants in India. Thrive provides restaurants with ordering solutions by building microsites for individual restaurants, multi-outlets, and even larger F&B corporations, from which customers can place their orders directly, instead of opting for an aggregator platform.

  • Also read: Govt to stop online companies from building special platforms for ONDC, says Goyal

On its recent fundraise from Coca-Cola India, Dhruv Dewan, Co-founder, Thrive and Hashtag Loyalty said, “ With this partnership, Thrive will be able to accelerate its restaurant reach and acquire consumers through various Coca-Cola India assets. It’s always been restaurant-first for us at Thrive, and having Coca-Cola India’s backing will help us further our mission of having a positive impact on the online food delivery ecosystem on the whole.”

Thrive’s consumer app is now live in Mumbai. “We are looking to grow our platform on a market-by-market basis. We’re working on a lot of experiments across Mumbai to gauge consumer responses. From a launch perspective, it’s an iterative process and is constantly evolving. In the next 30-40 days consumers across the city will witness campaigns and content that will spread awareness about Thrive app,” he added.

Thrive founders are also in talks to onboard on ONDC. “Over the last year, we have been closely evaluating how ONDC will fit into our journey. We’re currently in deep conversation with the ONDC team on how we should participate,” he added.

The space is certainly getting exciting.

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Health Fitness

Četiri iznenađujuća znaka da patite od refluksa kiseline

AKO ČESTO podrigujete, osjećate kiselkast okus u ustima te vas muče žgaravica i plinovi, vrlo je moguće da ste već pomislili da patite od refluksa kiseline ili gastroezofagealne refluksne bolesti (GERB). Ovo kronično stanje je prilično često. Statistika kaže da je u 2019. godini od GERB-a oboljelo više od 780 milijuna ljudi diljem svijeta. Najčešći uzrok ovog vrlo neugodnog stanja je oštećenje ili oslabljenje funkcije donjeg mišića jednjaka.

No gastroenterolozi upozoravaju da postoje i neki manje poznati simptomi GERB-a na koje moramo obratiti pažnju. Pročitajte ih u nastavku.

1. Pritisak u ušima

Pritisak u ušima vjerojatno će vam se dogoditi nakon ležanja, a evo i zašto: “Refluksni materijal iz jednjaka skuplja se u najgornjem dijelu grla gdje cijevi povezuju nazofarinks sa svakim uhom”, objašnjava za HuffPost dr. Mark Tanchel, gastroenterolog iz New Jerseyja. “Upala izazvana refluksom povećava pritisak u ovim cijevima, što može rezultirati osjećajem pritiska ili začepljenosti u ušima”, dodaje Tanchel.

2. Poteškoće s disanjem

Slično tome, kiselina može ući u vaše dišne putove. “Blizina jednjaka i dišnog sustava razlog je zašto refluks kiseline ponekad može uzrokovati poteškoće s disanjem”, kaže gastroenterolog iz Virginije dr. Ali A. Khan za HuffPost. Objasnio je i da kiselina može uzrokovati infekciju ili upalu, što rezultira kratkim dahom. Napominje i da od GERB-a često pate ljudi koji imaju i astmu. 

3. Problemi s ustima i zubima

Točnije, ljudi s GERB-om često pate od osjetljivosti i korozije zubi te lošeg zadaha. Dr. Tanchel objasnio je da ti problemi mogu biti rezultat izravnog kontakta kiseline s usnom šupljinom. Kako kaže, kiselina može biti jaka, nadmoćna sila. “Slina štiti zube pročišćavanjem kiseline i osiguravanjem materijala potrebnih za remineralizaciju zuba”, rekao je. “Želučana kiselina ima sposobnost nadvladati te obrane i utječe i na pedijatrijske i na odrasle pacijente”, zaključuje Tanchel.

4. Bolovi u prsima

Dr. Khan napominje da je važno znati da bol u prsima ima široku paletu uzroka. “Uvijek prvo želimo isključiti zastrašujuća stanja opasna po život, poput srčanog udara”, rekao je, napominjući da se zatim treba pozabaviti problemima s plućima i upalom stijenke prsnog koša.

“Kad se to isključi, razmatramo je li bol u prsima manifestacija nekontroliranog refluksa kiseline, a to može zahtijevati daljnje ispitivanje s gornjom endoskopijom”, zaključuje Khan.

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Lifestyle Fashion

Sidharth Malhotra Birthday Special: Tailored Suits Is His USP to Slay in Style Department (View Pics)

Dashing lad Sidharth Malhotra has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of fashion and his impeccable suit choices are a testament to his sartorial prowess. Whether he’s gracing the red carpet or attending a high-profile event, Malhotra always manages to turn heads with his sharp and sophisticated suits. In a nutshell, his fashion journey has been remarkable, garnering praise and admiration from style critics. Liam Hemsworth Birthday: Check Out His Dapper Red Carpet Clicks.

Over the years, his style file, mirroring his on-screen persona, has undergone a magnificent transformation, graduating from youthful charm to suave and sophisticated gentleman. As Sidharth Malhotra celebrates his birthday today, we take a walk down memory lane and revisit seven of his most fabulous suit looks that exemplify his remarkable fashion evolution. Let’s get started! Sidharth Malhotra Shares Adorable Photo with Kiara Advani on Their First Karwa Chauth (View Pic).

Dapper in White Suit!

Red Blazer With Casual Tee = Perfect Fashion!

Rocking a Pinstripe Suit!

Tailored Suit Can Never Go Wrong!

Handsome in Classic Black Tuxedo!

Simply Gorg in Vibrant Pantsuit!

Slaying in Standout Silver Suit!

That’s it, guys! Malhotra has carved out his own unique identity in the world of men’s fashion. He’s not afraid to take risks and experiment with different trends, but he always does so in a way that is both stylish and sophisticated. HBD Sid from team LatestLY!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 16, 2024 12:03 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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Pets

Koliko često mačke treba kupati?

BRIGA o mačkama uključuje mnogo aspekata, a jedno od često postavljenih pitanja među vlasnicima je koliko ih često treba kupati. Iako su mačke poznate po svojoj samostalnosti u održavanju higijene, postoje situacije kada im je potrebna pomoć vlasnika.

Prirodna čistoća mačaka

Mačke su po prirodi izuzetno čiste životinje. Koriste svoj jezik i šape kako bi očistile krzno, uklanjajući prljavštinu, mrtve dlake i ostale nečistoće. Većina mačaka redovno vrši ovu rutinu, održavajući sebe u optimalnom stanju bez potrebe za ljudskom intervencijom.

Dlaka i rasa

Važno je uzeti u obzir tip krzna i rasu mačke prilikom odlučivanja o kupanju. Dlakave rase, poput perzijskih mačaka, mogu zahtijevati češće kupanje kako bi se izbjeglo zapetljavanje dlake i spriječilo stvaranje čvorova. Mačke s kraćom dlakom obično ne zahtijevaju često kupanje.

Zdravstveni razlozi

Ponekad je kupanje mačke neophodno iz zdravstvenih razloga. Ako mačka pati od kožnih problema, alergija ili ima problema s parazitima, veterinar može preporučiti posebne šampone ili tretmane koji će pomoći u rješavanju tih problema.

Oprez s čestim kupanjem

Važno je izbjegavati prečesto kupanje mačke jer to može oštetiti njen prirodni sloj ulja, koji služi kao zaštita kože i dlake. Prečesto pranje može dovesti do suhe kože, iritacija i smanjenja prirodne sposobnosti dlake da odbija vodu.

Tehnika kupanja

Kada odlučite kupati svoju mačku, koristite blage šampone prilagođene mačjem krznu. Također, važno je stvoriti mirno i sigurno okruženje kako biste smanjili stres kod vašeg ljubimca tijekom kupanja. Pratite ponašanje vaše mačke i konzultirajte se s veterinarom.

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