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What is the actual prevalence of belief in astrology among the public? Astrology, often featured in tabloids, women's magazines, and online, posits a connection between celestial events and human affairs, leading to controversial debates. The modern concept of astrology, linking planets to zodiac signs for managing life on Earth, originated in the Middle East and classical Greece from the 5th to 1st centuries BCE and was transmitted through the Islamic world. Criticism of astrology comes from two main camps: evangelical Christians who view it as misleading or even Satanic, and skeptics who consider it fraudulent and potentially harmful. To understand…

What artificial intelligence researchers can learn from alchemy and astrology is that progress in AI is more likely to occur by focusing on systems that enhance human capabilities rather than striving for machines that mimic humans and operate independently. Past missteps, such as the ambitious goals of alchemists and astrologers, who pursued impractical dreams like turning lead into gold or predicting the future based on celestial positions, serve as cautionary tales. Similar to the evolution of alchemy and astrology into more deliberate and organized studies, AI is reaching a turning point. Instead of fixating on anthropomorphic designs and excessive autonomy,…

A recent study conducted by researchers from the Department of Clinical Research at the University of Southern Denmark has unveiled a connection between hearing loss and an elevated risk of dementia. The study, which involved data from 573,088 individuals, is the most extensive of its kind to date. Individuals with hearing impairments expend more energy during the process of listening, negatively impacting other cognitive functions that are responsible for problem-solving and critical thinking. The research indicates that there is a correlation between hearing loss and the onset of dementia, with a particularly pronounced risk for individuals experiencing severe hearing loss.…

Toronto Rajiv Sharma| Community leaders are warning that financial and academic pressures, and the lack of structural support are factors causing the deaths of international students, primarily from India. Nirlep Gill is an addictions counsellor at Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS) in Brampton, Ontario, who helps repatriate the bodies. He says some of the most common causes are “heart attack, suicide, overdose, and accidents.”  According to statistics gathered by PCHS and Lotus Funeral Homes, in Etobicoke, Ontario, since the COVID-19 pandemic an average of five international students die each month. As per Gill while the reasons vary, one crucial factor…

Both astrology and astronomy engage in predictive activities. Astrology posits that the positions of planets and stars influence various aspects of life, such as personality, job, and romantic relationships. Astrologers make predictions based on planetary positions at the time of an individual's birth. In contrast, astronomy predicts phenomena like planetary movements and galaxy expansion, using properties such as masses, distances, and gravitational forces to explain these predictions. As scholars of philosophy and anthropology studying the societal perception of science, we emphasize the importance of distinguishing between whether something is a science and whether it is factually accurate. Both astrology and…

Proteins are an essential component of a healthy diet, playing a crucial role in various bodily functions. But India continues to face a concerning issue of protein deficiency, with many individuals not meeting the required daily intake. The recommended protein intake for an average adult in India is 0.8 gram per kilogram of body weight. However, the average consumption typically rests at about 0.6 grams per kilogram of body weight. In India, there is a common association of proteins with non-vegetarian foods like meat and fish. Challenging this misconception, the Almond Board of California recently hosted a session in Chandigarh. During…

New Delhi| On Sunday morning, at least 22 trains in Delhi are experiencing delays due to fog, resulting in low visibility in the region, as stated by railway officials. Indian Railways reports that Ajmer-Katra Pooja Express, Jammutawi Ajmer Express, and Ferozpur-Seoni are running behind schedule by approximately 6.30 hours, while Khajuarao-Kurukshetra Express and Seoni-Ferozpur are delayed by around 4 hours. Around 11 trains are facing delays of about 1-1.30 hours, including Puri-New Delhi Purushottam Express, Kanpur-New Delhi Shramshakti, Dibrugarh-New Delhi Rajdhani, Banglore-Nizamuddin, Rajendranagar-New Delhi Rajdhani, and Saharsa-New Delhi Vaishali Express. According to railway authorities, three trains, namely Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar Express,…

Canada: Baloch, Sindhi, and Pashtun communities came together for a demonstration in Toronto on Saturday to show their support for the thousands of Baloch protesters in Pakistan who are rallying against military atrocities, enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and torture carried out by the army and other security agencies. The joint protest, organized by the Baloch Human Rights Council of Canada, World Sindhi Council, and Pashtun Council Canada, aimed to strongly condemn Islamabad's apartheid policy, which involves violence and repression against the Baloch, Sindhis, and Pashtuns. In response to the unlawful arrest, illegal detention, torture, and custodial murder of a 24-year-old…

Excise Crackdown: The Excise & Taxation Department in Chandigarh conducted inspections of liquor vends and godowns in Sectors 22 and 26 on January 7, 2024. During the operation, the department seized a total of 925 bottles of liquor, including high-value imported varieties. The confiscated bottles lacked the required hologram and pass, leading to their seizure. The search team from the Excise & Taxation Department reported the confiscation of 925 liquor bottles, emphasizing that legal action, in accordance with the provisions of the Excise Act, will be initiated by the department in response to this case. As part of their ongoing…

Amidst the current cold weather conditions, schools in Delhi have decided to remain closed for the next five days until January 12 for students from Nursery to Class 5, as announced by Delhi Minister Atishi on Sunday. Atishi conveyed this information in a post on X, citing the prevailing cold weather as the reason for the closure. Previously, the Delhi government had extended the winter break until January 10 for all government-aided and unaided recognized private schools in the national capital territory (NCT) due to 'extreme cold waves and IMD's yellow alert.' However, shortly after the issuance of the order,…