Safe sex just got more expensive: Condom prices set to rise 30% as Iran war disrupts supply The world’s largest condom manufacturer, Malaysia’s Karex Bhd, plans to raise prices by 20 to 30 per cent — and potentially more — as the Iran war disrupts global supply chains and drives up raw material costs, its…
Optical illusion personality tests don’t just mess with your eyes. They’re a quick window into how you process the world around you—like expectations, letdowns, and how much “emotional space” you give other people.In this specific image, your brain is forced to make a choice: do you see the graceful swans gliding on the water, or…
The Kestel family donated their vacant farmhouse to the New Lenox Fire Protection District. (Patch media photos) A farmhouse that had been in one family for four generations ended its long history by helping train firefighters before it was burned down in Illinois.The Kestel family donated their vacant farmhouse on Cedar Road, south of Laraway…
UAE introduces Tabby instalment payments for MoHRE fees and fines nationwide. UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has launched a new payment option allowing customers to pay service fees and administrative fines in instalments through “Tabby”.The service enables payments to be split over a period of four to 12 months, with a maximum…
The India-made Toyota Starlet, which is essentially the South African version of the Toyota Glanza, has received a zero-star safety rating in the latest Global NCAP crash tests under the Safer Cars for Africa programme. While the hatchback managed to secure three stars for child occupant protection, its adult occupant safety performance was shocking.Global NCAP…
Clavicular (Image Via Getty) Clavicular, whose real name is Braden Eric Peters, has built a huge following online by promoting “looksmaxxing,” a trend that focuses on improving physical appearance through extreme methods. The 20-year-old Kick streamer and TikTok creator is known for giving controversial advice, including facial bonesmashing and heavy steroid use. But during a…
In the parish of Bickmarsh, Worcestershire, a group of metal-detecting enthusiasts found a large cache of 63 early medieval Anglo-Saxon coins. An initial report was submitted by Go Detecting (Midlands) Limited, and subsequent to that, Worcestershire Archaeology completed an extensive survey and excavation of the site. Most of the coins were minted during the reign…
US makes visa bond pilot programme permanent. The United States is making a visa bond programme permanent that could require certain visitors to pay up to $20,000 before being granted entry for business or tourism. The policy, announced by the US State Department, is aimed at reducing the number of people who overstay their visas….
NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant did not hide his frustration after Lucknow Super Giants suffered their ninth defeat of the season, but the skipper made it clear that one result — or an entire disappointing campaign — would not change how he views his side.After LSG’s seven-wicket defeat to Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Tuesday, Pant…
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has increased prices of its popular full-size SUV, the Toyota Fortuner, with the latest revision pushing costs up by as much as Rs 87,000 across the range. The hike applies to all variants, covering both petrol and diesel options, as well as 4×2 and 4×4 drivetrains.This is the second price revision for…
Home, comfort, and family support take centre stage today. The Moon favors domestic issues as well as Venus brings a soothing touch to the home, which means even tasks that are practical can be more softer than they normally do.The support and guidance of your mother could aid you in a positive way. It could…
A massive near-Earth asteroid is set to make its closest pass by our planet in roughly four centuries. Numbered 152637 and known as 1997 NC1, the object will fly past Earth on June 27 at a distance of about 2.57 million kilometres, equal to nearly 6.5 times the distance between Earth and the Moon. NASA…
