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Why Modi’s Political Boom Is Drowning Out India’s Economic Gloom
Opinion writer Vir Sanghvi argues in ThePrint that Modi’s soaring popularity continues to overshadow deep economic problems including a sliding rupee and foreign investor exodus.
How to Prepare for an Ebola Outbreak: What Healthcare Workers Need to Know Right Now
A public health explainer outlines the steps healthcare professionals should take if they suspect an Ebola case including biosafety precautions and testing protocols.
The US-Iran Deal Explained: What’s In It and What’s Being Sacrificed
A plain-language explainer on the proposed US-Iran agreement covers the Strait of Hormuz reopening Iran’s nuclear future sanctions and what hawks in both countries object to.
Why the Ebola Bundibugyo Variant Is Especially Dangerous and Harder to Stop
Science writers explain why the Bundibugyo species of Ebola has no approved vaccine or specific treatment and what makes the current outbreak unusually difficult to contain.
Garden Grove Chemical Crisis: The Science Behind Why Methyl Methacrylate Is So Dangerous
An explainer details why methyl methacrylate is classified as highly toxic and flammable and how thermal runaway can turn a chemical storage tank into an explosive device.
Should You Add Bananas to Your Smoothie? New Research Says Think Twice
Food science writers report on a new study showing bananas dramatically reduce flavanol absorption from berries in smoothies and offer tips for maximising nutritional benefit.
How India’s Economy Is Being Hit by the Iran War: What Ordinary Indians Need to Know
A blog post explains the connection between the US-Iran conflict high global oil prices and the impact on Indian fuel costs gold prices and the value of the rupee.
The 2026 Cannes Palme d’Or: What Fjord Says About Romanian Cinema’s Enduring Power
Film critics reflect on Cristian Mungiu’s second Palme d’Or victory and what Fjord reveals about the ongoing global prestige of Romanian New Wave cinema.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Why Sangakkara’s Praise Matters and What It Means for India Cricket’s Future
Cricket writers dissect why Kumar Sangakkara’s lavish praise for teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi represents a real endorsement from one of the game’s greatest.