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A new male contraception drug prevents sperm from swimming
On February 17, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyScientists have discovered a cell route, or switch, that prevents sperm from being able to swim claim that an on-demand, non-hormonal male contraceptive pill may be a reality.
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Israel “legalizes” 9 outposts in the occupied West Bank.
On February 16, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyNine colonial outposts in the occupied West Bank have reportedly been “legalized” by Israel and transformed into official settlements, according to Israeli media.
space . Science and Technology
Rayyana Barnawi, Saudi Arabia’s 1st female astronaut.
On February 16, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyTo distance itself from its traditional reputation, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will send its first female astronaut to space later this year. Rayyana Barnawi will make history as the first Arab woman to enter space.
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Justice S. Abdul Nazeer: The new governor of Andhra Pradesh
On February 15, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyFormer Supreme Court Justice S Abdul Nazeer has been named the new governor of Andhra
Pradesh. President Draupadi Murmu approved the Centre’s proposals on the transfers and
hiring of new governors on Sunday.
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Turkey and Syria’s ambassadors applaud India for its humanitarian help.
On February 10, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyEnvoys from Turkey and Syria, two nations hard-hit by Monday’s earthquake that has killed
at least 4,500 people, said India’s decision to send rescue teams to help with earthquake relief
is timely, urgently required, and a demonstration of “genuine friendship.
Human RIghts
Bombay High Court stops Anti-Terror Exercises that target a community
On February 8, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyThe Bombay High Court bench in this case has prohibited the conduct of such exercises by prohibiting the portrayal of members of a certain community as terrorists and has requested that the Maharashtra government provide a statement on any rules or regulations for organizing (anti-terror) drills.
current affairs . Human RIghts
Israeli anti-government demonstrations over the proposed judicial reforms are still going on.
On February 6, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyTens of thousands of Israelis have assembled for a sixth week of demonstrations against controversial judicial changes planned by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s administration.
current affairs
The unemployment rate in the US dropped to 3.4%, the lowest level in more than 50 years.
On February 6, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyMore than 500,000 new jobs were created in the U.S. economy in January, indicating that the labour market is still strong and resilient despite rising interest rates and recessionary concerns.
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Dangerous Nuclear Situation in the World
On January 28, 2023 by Sahithi ReddyThe worst nuclear development in 2022 will be Russia’s thinly veiled threats to deploy nuclear weapons in the Ukraine war. For the time being, warnings and cautionary words have kept such threats quiet, but Russian leaders should firmly reject threats to deploy weapons of mass devastation in Ukraine. Beyond the Ukraine war, historical trends of nuclear arsenal development and modernization continue, with little progress in negotiations with North Korea or Iran over their nuclear programs. New START continues to restrain US and Russian nuclear weapons, but there is no guarantee the deal will be extended beyond 2026.
current affairs
Laws That Outlaw Homosexuality Are Deemed unjust By Pope Francis.
On January 26, 2023 by Sahithi Reddy“Being homosexual is not a crime,” Francis declared in an exclusive interview with The
Associated Press. Francis admitted that some Catholic bishops around the world support laws that criminalize homosexuality or discriminate against LGBTQ persons, and he referred to the matter as a “sin.” However, he linked such attitudes to cultural backgrounds, and he stated that bishops, in particular, must undergo a process of conversion to recognize the dignity of all people.