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Health experts are calling flax seeds a powerhouse for heart health, thanks to their rich nutritional profile that includes omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants. Flax seeds contain both soluble fiber, which supports digestive health, and insoluble fiber, which promotes better bowel function. They are also packed with essential vitamins and minerals — with vitamin B playing a key role in maintaining cardiovascular wellness. Benefits backed by research A 2018 study found that flax seeds may help in preventing certain cancers, including blood and skin cancer, by boosting enzymes that neutralize carcinogens and reducing inflammation that fuels cancer cell growth.…

Nepal will allow climbers to scale 97 Himalayan peaks free of charge for the next two years in an effort to draw visitors to its lesser-known mountain regions, officials said Monday. The initiative targets mountains in Karnali and Sudurpaschim — two of Nepal’s most remote and least developed provinces — where peaks range from 5,970m to 7,132m. Promoting ‘unexplored destinations’ Himal Gautam, director of Nepal’s Tourism Department, said the policy aims to showcase “unexplored tourism products and destinations” while creating jobs and strengthening local economies. “Despite their breathtaking beauty, the number of tourists and mountaineers here is very low as…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin is preparing for “new offensive operations” in Ukraine, dismissing any notion that Moscow is ready for a ceasefire ahead of this week’s peace talks in Alaska with U.S. President Donald Trump. In a late-night video address on Monday, Zelenskyy said Ukrainian intelligence reports indicate Russia is redeploying troops and military resources, particularly in the Zaporizhia region, for fresh assaults. ‘Not preparing for peace’ “He is definitely not preparing for a ceasefire or an end to the war,” Zelenskyy said. “On the contrary, they are moving in ways that suggest…

Beating a 12-year-old rival was once child’s play for an elite swimmer, but it has become an unlikely badge of honour when China’s Yu Zidi is in the race. Only the very best in women’s swimming were able to beat Yu at the world championships where the prodigy became the youngest medallist in the global meet’s 52-year history. Yet even as the swimming world marvelled at Yu’s talent, her age raised questions about the ethics of someone so young competing at the highest level. In a sport where the mental and physical toll can prove overwhelming for adults, Yu’s success…

Apple may soon release a new MacBook with an OLED screen at the high end of the price range. However, new leaks suggest that it may also offer a new, more affordable MacBook. The list of best MacBooks could soon include a model priced closer to the company’s iPad line than its laptops. This new 12.9-inch MacBook may be the first to use the same mobile chips found in the iPhone to cut costs while still providing adequate performance. What does the most recent information tell us about the new MacBook? Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who specializes in Apple information, told…

Travelers flying from the UAE have been reminded to check what they can and cannot carry in their cabin baggage, as airport authorities in Dubai and Sharjah update guidance on banned and restricted items. The advisory follows Emirates’ recent ban on using power banks onboard from October. Banned items in hand baggage – Dubai airport Dubai Airports has a strict list of prohibited items that cannot be carried in cabin luggage. These include: Sharp work tools such as hammers, nails, and screwdrivers Scissors with blades longer than 6cm Swords, handcuffs, firearms, and ammunition Laser guns, walkie-talkies, and martial arts weapons…

China’s Ministry of Commerce announced Tuesday that it will continue to suspend or remove certain measures related to the unreliable entity list affecting some U.S. companies, effective from Tuesday. Earlier the same day, China and the United States issued a joint statement following their economic and trade meeting in Stockholm. The statement confirmed that China would take or maintain necessary actions to suspend or cancel non-tariff countermeasures against the U.S. To implement the consensus reached during the high-level economic and trade talks, starting August 12, 2025, China will continue suspending the measures announced on April 4 for 90 days and…

China on Monday called on the Philippines to immediately cease its infringement and provocative actions near Huangyan Dao, reaffirming China’s firm stance on safeguarding its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian condemned the intrusion by multiple Philippine Coast Guard vessels, official ships, and fishing boats into China’s territorial waters on Monday, adding that a Philippine military aircraft also intruded into the air space of Huangyan Dao. Lin pointed out that the Philippines’ actions have seriously infringed upon China’s sovereignty and rights, seriously undermining peace and stability at sea. “These moves are of a malign nature,” he…

The countdown to the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) opening has reached one month, with nearly 70 countries and international organizations planning to host exhibitions and events. The 2025 CIFTIS will be held from September 10 to 14 at Beijing’s Shougang Park, a three-square-kilometer industrial heritage site and a previous venue of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.The fair consists of sectors including finance, culture and tourism, education, sports, supply chain and healthcare services. According to the latest media briefing, more than 800 enterprises are expected to participate, including over 330 from the Fortune Global 500 and…

A joint statement on the China-U.S. economic and trade meeting in Swedish capital Stockholm was issued hours before a trade truce between Washington and Beijing was due to expire on Tuesday. According to the statement published by Xinhua News Agency, China will continue to suspend its earlier tariff hike for 90 days, starting August 12, while retaining a 10-percent duty. It would also take necessary measures to suspend or remove non-tariff countermeasures against the U.S., the statement added. Around the same time, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to extend the tariff suspension on China for another 90…