stem outreach advocate

Emily Calandrelli's Blue Origin flight marks a cultural shift in space travel, emphasizing inclusivity and inspiration. As the 100th woman in space, her mission symbolized accessibility, carrying 10,000 dreams from students and dreamers. Calandrelli's role as a science communicator challenges outdated stereotypes, highlighting the revolutionary power of representation.

In Pakistan's Swat Valley, a suspected honor killing resulted in two deaths, underscoring the nation's ongoing struggle with patriarchal violence. The incident highlights the persistence of such crimes despite legal reforms, with hundreds of cases reported this year. Rights groups are urging stricter enforcement and societal changes to combat these deeply rooted cultural practices.

Rose Ferreira's life is a testament to resilience, transitioning from a poverty-stricken childhood in the Dominican Republic to a NASA career. Overcoming homelessness, abuse, and health challenges, she earned degrees in STEM. Despite facing setbacks at NASA, including diversity initiative rollbacks and job termination, Ferreira now champions STEM outreach, inspiring underrepresented individuals to pursue scientific careers.

Prime Minister Mark Carney appointed Dominic LeBlanc, a vocal critic of Donald Trump, as Canada-US trade minister to address ongoing trade disputes. LeBlanc, known for his strong stance against US tariffs, aims to protect Canadian industries and strengthen economic ties. His primary challenge involves navigating the complexities of US trade policies while seeking mutually beneficial outcomes.

Prime Minister Modi and President Muizzu met to improve India-Maldives relations after a period of strain caused by the "India Out" campaign and diplomatic disputes. Discussions covered trade, defence, and infrastructure, with India handing over vehicles to the Maldives.

Rose Ferreira's life is a testament to resilience, overcoming poverty and abuse in the Dominican Republic before facing homelessness in New York. Despite health crises and academic hurdles, she earned an astronomy degree and worked at NASA. After an abrupt termination, she now advocates for diversity in STEM, inspiring future generations to pursue their dreams.

The latest round of exchanges was triggered after Congress leader and the leader of the opposition VD Satheesan indicated that the UDF would accept support from Jamaat-e-Islami, asserting that the organisation had clarified it does not advocate a religion-based nation in India. That remark drew immediate criticism from both the CPM and the BJP, who accused the Congress of legitimising a group they describe as communal.

TOI Medithon Part 2 gathered healthcare professionals to discuss heart health, focusing on prevention, early diagnosis, and management. Key topics included lifestyle changes, stress management, and obesity prevention. Experts highlighted increasing heart issues among younger individuals and women, stressing awareness, early diagnosis, and simple preventive measures. Practical tips for managing heart disease and timely interventions were also shared.

India's external affairs minister S. Jaishankar advances US-India relations with early talks with key members of the new Trump administration, focusing on strategic cooperation and regional stability. His engagements underline the significance of US-QUAD collaboration despite Trump's controversial foreign policy stance and social media misinformation.

The crackdown on child marriages in Assam has divided opinion among NGOs working to end the menace across the country

Dr Arshia Khan is innovating geriatric healthcare with AI. Her work focuses on robotics and sensing for dementia and elderly care. She aims to help elderly people live independently longer. Dr Khan seeks collaborations in India to test her robots. She also mentors women in STEM and supports Indian students. She balances her academic and family roles with dedication.

Congress has its own pockets of influence and Revolutionary Goans is getting a foothold on some youth voters, but BJP’s Hindutva programme and the Ram temple consecration is expected to consolidate votes in a bigway for the party