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Millions of individuals worldwide suffer with dementia, an incurable condition that presents a variety of cognitive, emotional, and physical issues. Loss of taste and smell is one dementia symptom that is frequently disregarded, and it can result in malnourishment, weight loss, and a general deterioration in health. Tasty Spoon—a cutting-edge tool meant to improve flavor perception in dementia patients. The Tasty Spoon is a cutting-edge tool created by a groundbreaking study that aims to improve flavor perception in dementia patients. The novel device addresses a typical symptom of dementia: diminished taste and smell by enhancing food flavor through electrostimulation. This…

By Qaiser Nawab In a landmark achievement for Middle Eastern diplomacy, China has played a pivotal role in facilitating reconciliation among 17 Palestinian factions, culminating in a historic agreement signed in Beijing on July 23, 2024. This reconciliation marks a significant stride towards unity and peace in a region long plagued by conflict and division. China’s proactive involvement in this process reflects its broader commitment to fostering harmonious coexistence, global peace, and sustainable development. The Beijing Declaration, signed by representatives of various Palestinian factions, including the dominant groups Hamas and Fatah, signifies a crucial step towards addressing longstanding divisions within…

The “Roadmap to Mission 1.5” COP Presidencies Troika has published its second open letter to all Parties where it has called on early movers who will submit 1.5-aligned Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to demonstrate their leadership at the United Nations General Assembly in September. The second COP Presidencies Troika letter comes shortly after the COP29 Presidency issued its first communication to all Parties and Constituencies ahead of the COP29 UN Climate Change Conference to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan in November 2024. The Roadmap to Mission 1.5 COP Presidencies Troika (COP28, COP29, and COP30) is aiming to enhance international cooperation…

by Qaiser Nawab The Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), held from July 15 to 18, 2024, in Beijing, represents a pivotal moment in China’s ongoing development. This session, attended by top CPC members and various experts, concentrated on evaluating the progress of the Political Bureau and planning future reforms aimed at advancing Chinese modernization. The outcomes of this session are set to influence not only China’s domestic policies but also its international role in the coming years. General Secretary Xi Jinping’s comprehensive report during the session detailed the CPC’s efforts…

By Qaiser Nawab China’s economy demonstrated a stable expansion in the first half of 2024, achieving a year-on-year GDP growth of 5 percent, equivalent to 61.68 trillion yuan (approximately 8.65 trillion U.S. dollars), according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Monday. Despite facing significant domestic and international challenges, the country’s economic performance remained resilient, underpinned by policy incentives, a rebound in external demand, and the emergence of new quality productive forces. Key Economic Indicators GDP Growth: The first half of 2024 saw China’s GDP grow by 5 percent year-on-year. In the second quarter, the GDP…

by Qaiser Nawab The upcoming Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), scheduled from July 15-18 in Beijing, represents a critical juncture in China’s ongoing efforts to navigate complex global challenges while advancing its ambitious agenda of reform and modernization. Led by President Xi Jinping, the session is poised to build on the CPC’s historical legacy of transformative policies that have propelled China’s economic and social development over the decades. Historically, the Third Plenary Sessions of the CPC have often marked pivotal moments in China’s socio-economic trajectory. Notably, sessions in 1978 and…

Karim Ai The US is grappling with the stubbornly persistent inflation. Earlier this month, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said his confidence in curbing inflation was “not as high as it was” after the Producer Price Index (PPI) came in higher than anticipated. A “hard landing” for the U.S. cannot be ruled out, JPMorgan Chase’s chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon said last week. The latest data from the US Labor Department points to a 0.5% uptick in the PPI for April, a rebound from the 0.1% dip in March. Earlier, the US Commerce Department said consumer prices witnessed a 3.4%…

Seven winning short films, four special mentions from the Jury Geneva—The World Health Organization has announced the official selection of this year’s winning films of its 5th Health for All Film Festival. The awards were announced today at a special event launching WHO’s Investment Round on the eve of the Seventy-Seventh World Health Assembly in Geneva. The event, opened by WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and attended by High-Level Representatives of Member States and celebrities from the cinema and arts domain, saw winning films announced for seven different categories, while four films received special mentions from the jury. This is…

In the realm of international relations, the dynamics between nations often hold the key to shaping the future of our interconnected world. Amidst the backdrop of geopolitical complexities and global challenges, the recent dialogue between President Xi Jinping of China and President Emmanuel Macron of France stands out as a beacon of hope and opportunity. As an expert deeply entrenched in the intricacies of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), I find this exchange to be of paramount significance, heralding a new chapter in Sino-French cooperation that holds immense promise for the advancement of shared goals and mutual prosperity. At…

[Islamabad, Pakistan] – Engr Qaiser Nawab, a prominent global youth leader, called on Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Pakistan. During the meeting, which took place at the Prime Minister’s Office of Pakistan, focused on the significance of youth development as a key strength of Pakistan, with its population comprising about 70% youth. Mr Nawab congratulated Mr Mashhood Khan on his appointment as Chairman Youth Affairs and highlighted the importance of empowering youth for the betterment of the country. Mr Rana Mashhood Khan, in turn, shared his vision for the youth and praised Mr Nawab for his…