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The newly spotted WhatsApp feature is similar to how Instagram's close friends list.
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WhatsApp is getting an Instagram-inspired ‘Close Friends’ update

Technology February 8, 2026
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WhatsApp is adding a new feature that allows users to create custom lists for status updates, similar to Instagram's "Close friends" list. This feature will save users from adjusting their share settings every time and includes three other privacy options. Users can directly add or remove people from the list and changes will be reflected in the next status update.
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Iran
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Oil crosses $100: Amid Iran war, supply security bigger priority for India than price

Explained 20 min ago
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The recent conflict in West Asia has caused a 30% increase in crude oil prices, reaching $120 per barrel. This is due to fears of supply disruption and suspension of tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz. To combat this, G7 countries may release oil from strategic reserves. The situation has also affected Asian stock markets and India's economy, which is highly dependent on oil imports.
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Why desalination plants have become the latest focal point in West Asia war

Explained 13 min ago
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The US and Israel's attack on Iran has affected desalination plants. Iran is facing a water crisis exacerbated by a recent drought, leading to rationing and dependence on desalination. However, the process is energy-intensive and has negative effects. Desalination is crucial for water supply in West Asian countries, but Iran's infrastructure and high energy costs pose a threat to its water supply.
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Ekaki
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Ekaki: How Ashish made a horror-sci-fi series on just 10% of a Hindi film’s budget

Entertainment 40 min ago
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Ashish Chanchlani's debut series "Ekaki" has gained immense popularity, with 150 million views across five episodes. The show, originally a sketch comedy about aliens in India, has now transformed into a sci-fi comedy series. Ashish's desire to experiment with storytelling and break away from his usual content led him to fulfill his dream of being an actor-director.
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Shahid Afridi India T20 World Cup win
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Shahid Afridi, other ex-PAK players laud India for defending T20 World Cup title

Sports 46 min ago
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Former Pakistan player Shahid Afridi praised India for their strong team combination and depth in talent, especially highlighting the performances of Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah in the T20 World Cup final. Other former players like Javed Miandad, Rashid Latif, and Sikander Bakht also acknowledged India's strong structure and winning culture as key factors in their success.
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Doctors explain why acid reflux worsens at night
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Trisha
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Parthiban apologises, Vikram Bhatt weighs in on Vijay-Trisha rumours

Entertainment 1 hr ago
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Actor-director R. Parthiban and actress Trisha Krishnan engaged in a public dispute at an awards ceremony, with Parthiban making a controversial comment about Trisha's recent appearance with actor-politician Vijay. Trisha called out the comment as "crude" and Parthiban later apologized. Bollywood filmmaker Vikram Bhatt also addressed the speculation around Vijay and Trisha's personal lives.
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Ishan Kishan sister death T20 World Cup final
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Ishan Kishan opens up about dealing with tragic news ahead of T20 World Cup final

Sports 2 hr ago
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India's Ishan Kishan struggled to focus before the T20 World Cup final due to the death of his cousin sister. He channeled his emotions into a stellar batting performance, scoring a quick fifty and taking 3 catches to help India defend their title. Kishan dedicated his performance to his sister and admitted it was difficult to prepare for the match, but he put the team's needs first.
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Aishwarya Sakhuja
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Aishwarya Sakhuja asks why her nutritionist added ‘betel leaf to my diet’ to reduce HbA1c

Lifestyle 2 hr ago
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TV actor Aishwarya Sakhuja, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2018, shared that her nutritionist added betel leaf to her diet to reduce HbA1c. Betel leaf has been used in Ayurveda for centuries and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Diabetologist Dr Vijay Negalur explained that consuming betel leaf can help bring blood sugar levels under control by enhancing insulin sensitivity.
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Ridhima Pandit
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Ridhima Pandit files lawsuit against Vanshaj Singh over alleged online threats

Entertainment 2 hr ago
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Ridhima Pandit has filed a lawsuit against digital creator Vanshaj Singh after allegedly receiving online threats from his fans. The issue began after a confrontation on the reality show The 50, where Ridhima accused Vanshaj of cyber harassment. Vanshaj reacted to the legal notice on social media, stating that he won't be silenced.
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Jr NTR in Bengaluru
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This image from a video provided by Iran state TV shows Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran's slain supreme leader.
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What new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s selection says about Iran’s plans for the war

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Iran has announced Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as his successor amid US and Israeli attempts to influence regime change. Mojtaba's strong links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and the ongoing war make him a natural choice for the hardliners. Despite concerns about hereditary succession, his appointment symbolises a willingness to fight.
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India vs New zealand Ahmedabad Harbhajan Singh
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Ellora
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Maharashtra’s masterpieces: Five Unesco sites that will leave you awestruck

Lifestyle 3 hr ago
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Maharashtra is a culturally rich state with UNESCO-recognised sites showcasing India's artistic and engineering excellence. The Ajanta Caves feature intricate murals and frescoes depicting Jataka tales, while the Ellora Caves showcase religious harmony. The Elephanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Western Ghats are also UNESCO-recognised sites.
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Despite initial success, Bhagath Manuel's personal life wasn't all picture-perfect, as he navigated several setbacks, including a failed marriage and financial difficulties.
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‘Never expected the divorce; was on the brink of suicide,’ reveals Bhagath Manuel

Entertainment 3 hr ago
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Although actor Bhagath Manuel's career didn't soar as high as his Malarvaadi Arts Club co-stars Nivin Pauly and Aju Varghese's did, he nonetheless managed to make a name for himself, particularly through his comedic portrayals. However, his personal life wasn't all picture-perfect. In a recent interview, Bhagath revealed that he was on the verge of taking his own life following his divorce.
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In the video, diplomats hopped onto the viral "Dhurandhar" trend
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AI brain fry
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‘AI brain fry’: Managing AI tools is mentally draining workers, new study warns

Technology 4 hr ago
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The study was conducted by researchers from Boston Consulting Group and University of California, Riverside. It surveyed over 1,488 full-time US-based workers at various roles in large companies across industries. Over 14 per cent of participants ‘endorsed’ experiencing AI brain fry, with some of them describing a “buzzing” feeling or a mental fog with difficulty focusing.
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Akansha Ranjan Kapoor
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Alia Bhatt reacts as BFF Akansha Ranjan Kapoor talks about freezing her eggs

Lifestyle 4 hr ago
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Akansha Ranjan Kapoor and her BFF Alia Bhatt discussed egg freezing, a fertility preservation method that involves hormonal stimulation, egg retrieval, and preservation at low temperatures. Kapoor praised the female body's capabilities, but it's important to approach it realistically and consult a fertility specialist, as age significantly impacts egg quality.
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Jana Nayagan
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Jana Nayagan faces delay: CBFC revising committee screening postponed as member falls ill

Entertainment 2 hr ago
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Vijay's film Jana Nayagan faces another delay as CBFC's Revising Committee screening is postponed due to a member's illness. The film has been in a legal battle since December 2025 and today's screening was crucial for its release. However, it has been pushed to March 17, jeopardizing its chances of a timely release before Tamil Nadu assembly elections.
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Elnaaz Norouzi says people of Iran want to choose their own leader.
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Sacred Games actor Elnaaz Norouzi’s explosive warning on Mojtaba Khamenei

Entertainment 4 hr ago
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Elnaaz Norouzi has been quite vocal about the alienation she feels in her home country of Iran, especially amid the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict. The actor, who has German citizenship and has worked in a number of Hindi films and shows, is disillusioned by the direction in which Iran is heading even after the recent assassination of its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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Sunil Gavaskar shakes a leg with India captain Suryakumar Yadav after India win the 2026 T20 World Cup. (PTI Photo)
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Kamal Haasan
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‘Rs 150 cr for 20 days of work’: Kamal Haasan’s fee for Kalki 2898 revealed

Entertainment 5 hr ago
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Kamal Haasan, a child actor turned auteur, political figure, and commercial force, has added another title to his list: the highest paid actor in India. His close friend and collaborator, Yugi Sethu, revealed that Kamal was paid Rs 150 crore for his role in the sci-fi blockbuster Kalki 2898 AD. The film's producer, C. Aswani Dutt, corrected Sethu, saying Kamal had only given 10 days.
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Varalaxmi
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Air India Expands Flights to Europe, JFK, Maldives, Sri Lanka Till March 18
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Arshdeep first apologised to Mitchell at the end of the over before sharing a chuckle with him after the match. (BlackCaps Instagram screenshot/PTI)
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WATCH: Arshdeep defuses tension with Mitchell after T20 World Cup final

Sports 6 hr ago
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During the 2026 T20 World Cup final, India's Arshdeep Singh threw the ball at New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell and walked away without apologizing. However, he later offered a sincere apology, captured in a video by the BlackCaps' Instagram. India won the final and defended their title.
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Prabhakar Prasad aka IITian chaiwala
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Dhurandhar 2 advance booking: Ranveer Singh's film earns Rs 18 crore.
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Dhurandhar 2 advance booking report: Ranveer Singh’s film earns Rs 18 cr

Entertainment 6 hr ago
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Dhurandhar 2 is banking on the tremendous buzz riding on the sequel right after the makers dropped the trailer this past Saturday. They strategically opened advance booking for the film's paid previews on Wednesday March 18 along with the trailer drop, prompting thousands of fans to book their tickets immediately and claim bragging rights of watching the much-anticipated film on the eve of release
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Alia Bhatt
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Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s Alpha gets July 10 release date after YRF denies OTT rumours

Entertainment 6 hr ago
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The release date of Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s much-anticipated film Alpha has finally been announced. Earlier, it was reported that the film might bypass a theatrical release after allegedly securing a Rs 215 crore OTT deal with Netflix. The production house behind Alpha — Yash Raj Films — reacted strongly to these rumours and refuted all such claims.
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AAP's Harpal Singh Cheema
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Ahead of 2027 polls, Cheema’s ‘saari Guarantiyan puri karan wala Budget’

Cities 6 hr ago
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Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema presented the Budget for 2026-27, dedicating it to "mothers and daughters" with increased allocations for social welfare schemes, health, education, and agriculture. No new taxes were imposed and the state's economy is projected to reach Rs 9,80,635 crore with a growth of 10%.
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India Iran ties
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India have become the most succesfull team in the history of the men's T20 World Cup. (AP Photo)
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social media
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Australians reach for VPNs, find porn sites blocked as online age-restrictions take effect

Technology 7 hr ago
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Australians were downloading virtual private networks (VPNs) in droves as the country rolled out sweeping online age restrictions. Last December, Australia became the first country to impose a nationwide ban on teenagers using social media. A separate law now requires AI-powered chatbot ⁠services ​to keep certain content - including pornography, extreme violence and self-harm.
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The user highlighted that there isn’t a central spot where people can step out and walk around freely at midnight
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Meta smart glasses
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Meta’s AI glasses face privacy lawsuit over human review of user footage: 5 things to know

Technology 8 hr ago
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The rapid success of Meta-Ray Ban AI glasses have fueled the rise of smart glasses as the next major computing interface after smartphones. But the same technology is also drawing criticism from observers who warn that it could normalise everyday surveillance even as the AI industry pursues a platform shift that, so far, has taken the shape of ‘always-listening’ AI pendants and similar wearables.
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Iran
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Expert Explains | ‘Islamism is dead politically… Religious vocab will survive in Iran’

Explained 8 hr ago
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Faisal Devji explores the Muslim world's reaction to the US-Israeli war on Iran and the impact on the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Despite the West seeing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death as an opportunity, the Iranian people mourned and the country remains divided. Ongoing attacks may unite the nation behind the government, shaped by the ideals of martyrdom, resistance, and Iranian nationalism.
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Daisy Shah cooks at an Iftaar party.
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Oarfish can grow to more than 30 feet in length
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Why this rare deep-sea fish sighting is sparking viral concern

Trending 9 hr ago
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Two rare oarfish were recently spotted struggling near the shore in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, taking the internet by storm. Also known as the 'doomsday fish', oarfish are long, ribbon-like fish that inhabit the deep ocean and are rarely seen near the surface.
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Nargis Fakhri and Ranbir Kapoor in a still from Rockstar.
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Imtiaz Ali reveals why Heer dies before Ranbir Kapoor’s Jordan in Rockstar

Entertainment 9 hr ago
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Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali’s films like Love Aaj Kal, Tamasha and Rockstar changed the grammar of the Hindi film industry and gave audiences male protagonists who were vulnerable on screen and didn’t mind destroying themselves for love. In a recent interaction, Imtiaz spoke about Rockstar and shared a crucial, never-heard-before detail about the film’s ending.
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Anurag Dobhal's wife Ritika visits him at the hospital
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ANT 3D SCANS
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You’ve never seen ants like this before

Technology 9 hr ago
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Ants are a lot of things. They’re nearly everywhere you look. They’re abundant — at least 20 quadrillion at last estimate. Some wreak havoc. Some are just weird. And many are crucial to the health of their environments. “They have interesting social structures and complex societies,” added Evan Economo, a biodiversity scientist at the University of Maryland.
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Trisha claps back at R Parthibhan's recent remarks aimed at her.
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Trisha claps back at R Parthibhan for taking a potshot at her appearance with Vijay

Entertainment 9 hr ago
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Trisha has indirectly responded to all the toxic chatter around her recent public appearance with longtime co-star and rumoured love interest Vijay days after his wife Sangeetha filed for divorce, alleging that the actor-turned-politician cheated on her with a female actor. Trisha, without taking names however, specifically responded to recent comments made by her R Parthibhan at an awards show.
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Musk's startup said that the secrets could allow OpenAI to bolster ChatGPT with xAI's "more innovative AI and imaginative features."(Image: Reuters)
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X probes offensive posts by xAI’s Grok chatbot: Report

Technology 9 hr ago
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X is investigating "racist and offensive" posts by xAI chatbot Grok, Sky News reported on Sunday. X and xAI did not immediately ⁠respond ​to a request for comment. Reuters could not immediately verify the video attached to the Sky News post ​on ​X. X and its safety ⁠teams are urgently investigating the chatbot's role in generating "hate-filled, racist ‌posts" online in response to user prompts.
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Anil Kumble likened Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup performances to Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. (AP Photo)
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‘Sanju Samson a combination of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’: Kumble hails India opener

Sports 9 hr ago
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Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble lauds Sanju Samson for his outstanding performance in the T20 World Cup, likening him to Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Samson's impressive streak of three consecutive fifties helped India advance to the knockout rounds, and he also became only the second Indian player to score a fifty in both the semi-finals and finals of a World Cup.
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hpv in boys
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Why HPV vaccine drive should include boys too

Health and Wellness 2 hr ago
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The HPV vaccine is vital in preventing cervical cancer, but it's also necessary to vaccinate boys as they can unknowingly spread the virus and cause other types of cancers. Many countries have national vaccination programs for both genders, which can break the transmission chain and reduce cervical cancer cases in women.
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Nitish Nishant
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MS Dhoni congratulated India head coach Gautam Gambhir and the team for the T20 World Cup win in a rare social media post. (X)
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‘Coach Sahab smile looks great on you’: MS Dhoni lauds Gautam Gambhir

Sports 10 hr ago
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MS Dhoni praises India's T20 World Cup triumph under coach Gautam Gambhir and congratulates the team, support staff, and fans. Gambhir becomes first player and coach to win T20 World Cup. Dhoni also compliments Gambhir's smile and praises Jasprit Bumrah's performance in the final. Dhoni, along with other World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and Kapil Dev, were present at the match.
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Rihanna
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