📝 Kerala Plus One Improvement Exam 2026 calendar out

The Directorate of General Education released the schedule for the First Year Higher Secondary Improvement/Supplementary Examination October 2026. This exam will be held from October 12 to October 17, 2026, across Kerala, Lakshadweep, and the UAE. The last date for submitting the application form at the school is September 10, 2026, with the examination fee at Rs 175 per paper. Regular candidates can register for up to three subjects to improve scores, while absent students can register for missed subjects. Students must check the subject-wise timetable for their specific exam dates. 📝

🩺 5 early prostate cancer signs men overlook

Prostate cancer is a common issue for men, but early signs are often silent, leading to delayed diagnosis. Experts advise men over 50 or with family history to watch for urinary changes and other symptoms. Frequent urination, difficulty passing urine, and blood in urine/semen are key indicators to monitor. Persistent pelvic pain, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue also need medical assessment. Timely evaluation is crucial because these symptoms aren't always cancer, but they require checking.

🐒 Rare Nilgiri marten lives only in Western Ghats 🐒

A rare, small carnivore known as the Nilgiri marten is found exclusively in the Western Ghats region of India. This elusive mammal, part of the weasel family, has a global population estimated at under 1,000 mature individuals. Researchers studied 165 opportunistic records over 10 years in the Nilgiris, finding 67% in shola forest ecosystems. The marten needs connected forests and grasslands for survival, making habitat protection crucial. Further surveys are needed to safeguard this vulnerable species and its entire ecosystem.

😷 Delhi H1N1 cases hit 2,300+; health advice out

Delhi has recorded 2,308 H1N1 Swine Flu cases this year, prompting the Delhi Medical Association to issue health advisories. Doctors are urging people to maintain distance and follow strict hygiene measures against the spreading influenza. As of Tuesday, cumulative Influenza A and B cases in Delhi have crossed 3,000, with H1N1 being the main subtype. The DMA recommends N95 masks, avoiding crowds, and a 10-day health watch for travellers. People are warned against self-medication and should seek prompt medical advice if symptoms appear.

⚽ Hansi Flick gives update on Lamine Yamal

Hansi Flick addressed rumors about Lamine Yamal potentially being unhappy with his playing time. Flick revealed that Yamal had a minor headache during the World Cup, which impacted his performance. The coach stated that due to only a few training days after three weeks off, his peak form was expected to be off. Flick values Yamal's contribution, noting his good pressing and ball passing skills in recent games. He confirmed the team is ready to fight for a third consecutive league title in upcoming matches. ⚽

🧠 Screen time at young ages linked to learning dips

New research indicates that excessive screen time during infancy and early schooling correlates with poorer academic skills and weaker memory. This study found that higher exposure led to lower academic performance at age 9 and diminished memory capacity at age 10. The findings suggest that the quality of screen use might be as important as the quantity. This research sheds light on early childhood development risks associated with digital media. Future studies will likely focus on specific types of content consumed. 🧠

🏏 Pant's quick stumping seals big wicket in Colombo Test

Indian wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant and spinner Manav Suthar executed a brilliant dismissal of Sri Lankan batter Pasindu Sooriyabandara on Day 4. This happened during the 61st over of Sri Lanka's second innings in Colombo on Wednesday. Sooriyabandara was out for 92, falling just eight runs from his first Test century. Pant sensed the batter's restlessness and successfully disturbed the stumps as Sooriyabandara stepped out of his crease. India remains in control and aims for a series sweep on Thursday. 🏏

📱 Pixel 11 Pro makes a strong compact flagship case

The 2026 Google Pixel 11 Pro features a premium design in sage green with light gold trim. It boasts a comfortable 204g build and an IP68 rating for durability. This device packs a 6.3-inch LTPO OLED display with a peak brightness of 3600 nits. The camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor with improved lowlight performance via Instant Night Sight. It runs on the Tensor G6 chip, offering strong performance and 7 years of OS updates.

👩‍⚖️ Flight attendant's cancer linked to cosmic radiation in France

A French court recognized cosmic radiation as a factor in the breast cancer of Sophie Lainault, a former Air France stewardess. The ruling, made in Bayonne, stated radiation was one of three hazards alongside passive smoking and night work. Lainault flew for 30 years, logging 12,600 hours, with over half being at night. This landmark decision allows her early retirement with full health reimbursement. Lawyers believe this opens the door for many other similar occupational claims. 👩‍⚖️

🤒 Bengaluru vs Delhi: Flu wave might stick around longer

H1N1 cases are showing varied patterns across major Indian cities this season. Specifically, the flu wave might persist longer in Bengaluru compared to Delhi due to differing environmental factors. Data from the past few weeks indicates a higher sustained incidence rate in the South Indian metropolis. This difference is being monitored by local health authorities to manage potential surges in hospital admissions. Officials are urging continued vigilance and adherence to preventive health measures for residents.

🧠 Language brain areas resist aging, study finds

A new study suggests that the brain region handling language might be more resilient to aging than others. Researchers from MIT and Boston University found this while studying two groups aged 17-39 and 41-80. Brain activity for language tasks was nearly identical in older and younger adults during the study period. Conversely, the decision-making network showed altered, smaller, and less synchronized activity in the older group. These findings indicate specialized brain functions can maintain integrity better than general-purpose networks.