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‘The start of the national Aids movement’: Act Up’s defining moment in queer protest history

Desperate Aids patients and their allies in the 80s confronted the US government and ushered in a new era of forceful protests

The Guardian - US · Oct 11, 2023

Shooting pheasants isn’t a sport in my book

Letters: Not fair game | Protecting birds | The Tree of Tenéré | Downside of hearing aids | Telegraph takeover

The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023

US Lawmakers Push Biden To Restrict Corporate Engagement With RISC-V Chip Tech Amid National Security Concerns

Allegations that open-source chip technology aids Beijing's semiconductor goals intensify US-China tech rivalry.

Zenger · Oct 8, 2023

Run organised in Vijayawada to bring awareness about HIV/AIDS prevention

“The prevalence of HIV has come down to 0.67% as per 2021 estimates, thanks to the concerted efforts put in by the government and NGOs and other stakeholders,” said NTR district Collector S. Dilli Rao.

The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023

Thousands to participate in AIDS Run and Walk Chicago, raise money for local organizations

The 32nd annual run and walk Saturday seeks to raise $500,000 to support Chicagoans living with and vulnerable to HIV.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 27, 2023

‘Rather devastating’: how the New York Times came to terms with Aids

A new book says the paper long failed to recognise the epidemic that defined the 1980s – in fact, despite the homophobia of its top editor, the Times reported the disease’s deadly advance

The Guardian - US · Sep 26, 2023

Goa Lighthouse festival to showcase maritime history

Union Minister Sonowal inaugurated Indian Lighthouse Festival at Fort Aguada to promote lighthouses as tourism destinations, create opportunities for local communities and businesses. The Centre enacted Marine Aids to Navigation Act to provide framework for lighthouses' development, maintenance and management. Heritage Lighthouses will be developed for educational, cultural and tourism…

The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023

Young people with sexual or gender diversity are at higher risk of stopping their HIV treatment because of stigma and harsh laws

Ending the AIDS pandemic – particularly in eastern and southern Africa – cannot be achieved unless more resources are channelled to meet the needs of key vulnerable populations.

The Conversation · Sep 24, 2023

Why walking after a meal is recommended by modern doctors and traditional science

You might have often heard your elders advise you not to lay down right after a meal. Oftentimes, you must have been reminded to go for a walk post a meal. While this advice was probably rubbished by you, it’s got some weight to it. It has been scientifically proven…

The Times of India · Sep 24, 2023

The Times review: how the newspaper of record survived – and thrived

Adam Nagourney’s rigorous reporting shines, though he misses chances to illuminate less well-known parts of the story

The Guardian - US · Sep 24, 2023