Saturday, February 21, 2026

The #WeightLoss Paradox: #Eating More to #Weigh Less

Most people believe that successful dieting requires tiny portions. They also think it involves long periods of fasting to see any real results on the scale. Groundbreaking new research shows something fascinating. You can stick to standard meal sizes. You might even eat more while still substantially cutting your calories. The secret to weight loss is choosing completely unprocessed wholefoods. Opt for fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid the ultra-processed foods that dominate modern diets.Read more

Friday, February 20, 2026

#Hindus and #Jews lead #America in #college #education

The latest Religious Landscape Study from the Pew Research Center offers a fascinating and detailed look into the educational backgrounds of diverse American faith communities. This massive survey highlights that religious identity often serves as a strong indicator of whether an individual will successfully complete a four-year university degree program. While the national average for college graduation among all U.S. adults sits at thirty-five percent, specific groups demonstrate much higher levels of academic success.Read more

$60 Million Investment Targets AI Health Equity: The New EVAH Initiative


The Gates Foundation and its partners recently announced a massive $60 million investment. The Novo Nordisk Foundation and Wellcome also support this joint effort. Together, they launched the Evidence for AI in Health (EVAH) initiative that targets low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). It supports locally led evaluations of advanced AI health tools.

Inherited #Obesity’ Six-Fold Risk for #Children of #Obese Parent

Inherited #Obesity’ Six-Fold Risk for #Children of #Obese Parent

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Asia-Pacific Set to Miss SDG Targets

The Asia-Pacific region faces a staggering challenge in the coming years. At its current pace, the region will miss 103 sustainable development targets. These targets are part of the 117 measurable Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) for 2030. Read more

#Kids And #Forest; How it reshapes them

#Kids And #Forest; How it reshapes them

#NGT Clears #GreatNicobar Project: #Development vs. #Ecological Preservation

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently refused to block the Great Nicobar Island project. It concluded that the project provides adequate safeguards for current environmental gaps. This decision follows a long court battle over coastal regulation compliance. These regulations typically prohibit large developments in sensitive coastal zones. However, the NGT found no reason to interfere with the 2022 clearance.Read more