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In an exciting breakthrough, researchers have unveiled a fresh tactic for shedding pounds: the use of ice vests. Their latest study shows that participants who donned these cool garments for just two hours a day achieved a noteworthy decline in body fat over a six-week period, all while maintaining their usual lifestyles.

A woman in China suffered a severe 8 cm oesophageal injury after consuming extremely hot food directly from a boiling hotpot. Doctors revealed that food temperatures can far exceed the oesophagus's tolerance, leading to burns and tissue damage. This incident highlights the risks of habitually eating food at dangerously high temperatures, prompting online discussions about safer dining practices.

New research suggests regular cold exposure, like brief cold showers, may activate brown fat, which burns calories for heat. A study found overweight adults using cooling vests lost body fat, while a control group gained weight. While promising for metabolism and health, experts caution it's a supportive tool, not a magic weight-loss solution, with results varying individually.

Formula 1’s 2026 regulation overhaul continues dividing the sport, with drivers, fans and teams debating whether increased hybrid reliance is improving or damaging racing. While critics including Max Verstappen fear the changes move F1 away from its traditional identity, Nico Hülkenberg has defended the direction, arguing the sport must evolve technologically even if some fans dislike the transformation.

Thousands of ancient footprints, spanning nearly two miles at Formby, England, reveal a prehistoric human and animal highway. This muddy corridor, a thriving ecosystem for millennia, shows humans co-existing with predators like wolves and lynx. Rising sea levels pushed life inland, creating a busy coastal environment preserved in time, offering a profound glimpse into our ancestors' lives.

Freezing warm bread creates ice crystals, ruining its texture. Always cool bread completely before freezing. Use airtight packaging like plastic wrap and foil, or heavy-duty freezer bags, to prevent freezer burn. Squeeze out excess air and portion loaves before freezing for even thawing and better quality.

Today's numerology forecast for May 14th provides personalized advice for each birth number. Discover how to navigate your day with insights on communication, decision-making, and relationships. Learn to leverage your ruling number's energy while incorporating tips for smoother interactions and better outcomes. This guide helps you make the most of today's unique vibrations.

Squirrels can wreak havoc on gardens, but a natural solution exists: mint. Its strong scent, particularly from peppermint, overwhelms squirrels, deterring them from your plants. Growing mint in pots or using a DIY spray offers an effective, eco-friendly way to protect your garden without harming the animals.

Emissions at scale during conflicts are never talked about. Onus of tackling climate crisis cannot only be on the individual reducing his carbon footprint

The critically endangered mountain pygmy possum, weighing as much as a golf ball, faces extinction due to climate change impacting its alpine habitat and food sources. Researchers are implementing a radical breeding program in a warmer lowland sanctuary to re-acclimatize the species, offering a new approach to conservation in the climate era.

Kolkata's District Election Officer South has withdrawn a controversial 'Burnol' social media post after facing backlash. The message, intended to warn lawbreakers, was deemed insensitive by some. The officer apologized, stating it was not meant to offend voters, especially during Poila Baisakh. The Election Commission had sought an explanation following a complaint.

Forget the iron! A clever DIY trick involves tossing ice cubes into your dryer to banish wrinkles. This method, especially effective on synthetics, uses steam to relax fabric fibers. While it's a quick fix for light creases, deeper wrinkles on heavier fabrics might still need a traditional iron's touch. It's a low-energy, low-risk alternative for everyday touch-ups.

The much-anticipated trailer for Olivia Wilde's new directorial project, 'The Invite,' has officially dropped. This delightful blend of drama and comedy features an ensemble cast, including Wilde, Seth Rogen, Penelope Cruz, and Edward Norton. The story revolves around a couple whose soirée spirals into chaos when their mysterious neighbors show up.