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Here are five common cleaning habits worth breaking before they cost you a pair of glasses. Most people clean their glasses with whatever’s within arm’s reach, a shirt hem, a tissue, or a quick spray of whatever cleaning bottle happens to be on the counter, without realising that almost every modern prescription lens carries a genuinely delicate anti-reflective coating underneath its surface. That coating is what cuts down glare and reflections, but it’s also surprisingly easy to damage permanently, and once it’s scratched or stripped, there’s no repairing it, only replacing the lenses entirely. Here are five common cleaning habits…

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi (Agency Image) When Lionel Messi announced his international retirement for the first time in 2016, the football world was stunned. He was only 29, Argentina had just suffered another heartbreaking defeat and Messi had missed a penalty in the Copa America final against Chile.Among those to react was Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi’s long-time rival. Rather than criticising the decision, Ronaldo urged fans to understand what his fellow superstar was going through.“Messi has taken a tough decision, and people should understand,” Ronaldo told Mundo Deportivo at the time.Ronaldo believed the repeated defeats had taken an emotional toll…

Image credit: Greater Yellowstone Coalition The construction of a new wildlife underpass in southeast Idaho is about to be completed, after the public, nonprofit agencies, conservation groups and government agencies pushed for years to protect migrating wildlife herds and drivers, according to a report by Idaho Capital Sun.To save animal and human livesThe Rocky Point Wildlife Underpass is expected to be completed this fall along US Highway 30, south of Montpelier in Bear Lake County, public officials and conservationists announced jointly this week. The wildlife crossing features three underpasses and extensive fencing on either side of the project to guide…

Your work desk may be more revealing than you think. From books and plants to family photographs, quirky figurines and carefully arranged stationery, the little things around your workspace can offer clues about your personality and working style. While no desk can define a person, psychology suggests these everyday objects can influence how others perceive us. Read the article to know more. I strolled through two floors of my office to find the most interesting office desk. Yes, it can be a pastime gimmick for me. But agree or not, your desk says a lot about your office personality, much…

Katrina Kaif trolled for post partum weight, Shivaleeka comes to her defence Actress Shivaleeka Oberoi has spoken out in support of Katrina Kaif after the actress became the subject of body-shaming and harsh comments on social media following her recent public appearance.Taking to social media, Shivaleeka shared a post featuring Katrina and criticised the way people have been commenting on the actress’ post-pregnancy appearance. Questioning the mindset behind such remarks, she wrote, “Kya ho gaya hai means?!?! This is Motherhood!”She went on to highlight the realities of postpartum recovery, writing, “This is what normal postpartum recovery looks like – the…

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have welcomed a fluffy white Samoyed into their family. Their new pet has certainly generated attention, giving fans a new reason to focus on one of the world’s most recognisable dog breeds. But what makes this particular dog breed so interesting? Well, the Sammy’s smile has a purpose.This breed of dog is known for its fluffy white fur, dark eyes, and an upturned mouth that gives it a permanent grin. It is no coincidence that this breed, native to Siberia, has this specific feature. Samoyeds are a northern breed of dog that thrive comfortably in…

Mahela Jayawardene (left) and Hardik Pandya NEW DELHI: Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene is likely to continue as Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach for the 2027 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with the franchise reluctant to make sweeping changes. It is learnt that Jayawardene joined the five-time champions on a “two + one” contract in 2024 and could well be given another year, considering it will be the last year of the ongoing cycle. A formal announcement is expected next month, provided there is no late change of heart.Under Jayawardene, Mumbai Indians reached the playoffs in 2025…

Long before Clyde Tombaugh was searching the skies from an observatory in Arizona, he was a farm boy trying to make sense of the night above his family’s home. The first telescope he owned was bought from Sears, but it soon failed to satisfy him. By 1925, he was building his own instruments, with help from his father, who took on extra work to pay for the materials. Tombaugh kept refining them, eventually producing a 23-centimetre reflector whose mount included parts from an old Buick and a discarded cream separator.His detailed drawings of Jupiter and Mars were good enough to…

An agreement between the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur and the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) to conduct voluntary programmes on student well-being has triggered criticism from students, alumni and social media users, who have questioned the involvement of a religious organisation in campus initiatives.The institute had announced on Saturday that it signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ISKCON to provide educational and well-being programmes for students who choose to participate. The announcement was later deleted from IIT Kanpur’s social media account on Monday.According to the institute, the programmes will cover areas including self-management, wellness, personal…

The bond between Suriya and Karthi once again became the talking point at the ‘Sardar 2’ audio and trailer launch in Chennai. Suriya made a special appearance at the event to support his younger brother, and his presence added warmth and energy to the evening. Fans cheered loudly as the actor took the stage and spoke about Karthi’s journey, his choice of roles and his excitement for the upcoming sequel. The event also became a celebration of the strong relationship shared by the two popular Tamil cinema stars.Suriya clears the air about living in Chennai and MumbaiOne of the biggest…