Limited access to finance has hindered small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Bangladesh, according to a new report on the country’s economy. The 12-member committee, led by economist Debapriya Bhattacharya, found that banks favor larger companies, making it difficult for SMEs to operate effectively. The report highlights cumbersome licensing procedures, inconsistent rule application, and inadequate … Read more
The European Space Agency’s Proba-3 mission, set to launch this week from India, will create artificial total solar eclipses in space to study the sun’s corona. The satellites will work together to form an external coronagraph, allowing scientists to observe the corona for up to six hours, 50 times a year. This is significantly longer … Read more
A deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders has been declared over by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The outbreak, which affected 104 people across 14 states, was caused by contaminated slivered onions served on the burgers. The true number of cases is likely higher due to many people recovering … Read more
A recent study from Flinders University highlights the importance of dietary interventions in reducing the risk of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, particularly among younger individuals. Two studies suggest that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fish, and dairy may offer protection against these cancers. Researchers found direct links between unhealthy eating patterns and … Read more
The New Orleans Pelicans have waived guard Elfrid Payton, the team announced on Tuesday. Payton, a Gretna native, signed with the Pelicans in November to help fill the void left by injured guards CJ McCollum, Dejounte Murray, and Jose Alvarado. In his seven games with the team, Payton averaged 6.7 points, 6.9 assists, and 3.4 … Read more
India’s PSLV-C59 rocket is set to launch the Proba-3 spacecraft into a highly elliptical orbit on December 02, 2024. The mission, undertaken by NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), marks a commercial endeavor for the space agency. Proba-3 is an In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD) project of the European Space Agency, aiming to demonstrate precise formation flying. The spacecraft … Read more
The Chinese semiconductor industry remains undeterred by the latest round of US export restrictions, citing stockpiles and domestic production to mitigate the impact. The new sanctions add 140 Chinese companies to the ban list, restricting access to chip manufacturing tools and high-bandwidth memory. Despite this, China’s efforts to become self-sufficient in chipmaking have already borne … Read more
The San Francisco 49ers’ bid for an NFC West title appears all but over following consecutive blowout losses. However, a glimmer of hope still exists, albeit slim. A combination of the 49ers’ wins and other teams’ misfortunes could see San Francisco claim the division title. To achieve this, the 49ers would need to win their … Read more
A recent study has found that incorporating three minutes of brisk walking into your daily routine could significantly reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. The research, which focused on women who do not regularly exercise, revealed a 51% decrease in heart attacks among those who engaged in just 3.4 minutes of “vigorous intermittent” … Read more
The Mentor Police Department is gearing up to combat “porch piracy” during the holiday season, deploying anti-theft technologies and strategies to protect residents’ packages. Captain Michael Majernik explains that with high-priced, valuable items being delivered, it’s a prime target for thieves. To prevent this, the department uses bait boxes containing GPS tracking systems. If an … Read more