March2018
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A dash of cumin or dill might help convince teens to load up their plate with vegetables
Mar 17, 2018Researchers got about 100 high school students in rural Pennsylvania to taste a variety of plain vegetables seasoned with just oil and salt and then try the same vegetables flavored with different spice blends. A dash... -
Latest restructuring move of Caterpillar Inc could 800 jobs
Mar 17, 2018The world’s largest heavy-duty equipment maker emerged last year from the longest downturn in its history. Caterpillar Inc will close two facilities in Texas and Panama and is also considering shutting its engine manufacturing plant in... -
Nissan GT-R debuts at the 39th Bangkok International Motor Show 2018
Mar 17, 2018Nissan GT-R perfectly showcases the Revolution in Motion theme of the 39th Bangkok International Motor Show 2018. The iconic Nissan GT-R will make its official debut at the 39th Bangkok International Motor Show 2018. With the... -
Asia’s second-richest person Li Ka-Shing retires
Mar 17, 2018Li Ka-Shing was knighted by the Queen Elizabeth II. Asia’s second-richest person, Hong Kong’s Li Ka-Shing, is retiring from leading his business empire. Mr Li, aged 89, whose wealth has been put at $35.3bn (£25.3bn) by Forbes,... -
UN lauds Bangladesh role in realization of human rights
Mar 17, 2018The UN Committee for Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (CESCR) has commended endeavors and achievements of Bangladesh in the realization of human rights. The committee came up with the appreciation at the first review of the... -
Williams routs Suarez Navarro to reach semis
Mar 17, 2018World No. 8 Venus Williams reached the WTA Indian Wells semi-finals for the first time since 2001 on Thursday by routing Carla Suarez Navarro of Spain 6-3, 6-2. The 37-year-old Williams improved to 6-3 lifetime against... -
Ava DuVernay to direct DC Comics superhero film
Mar 17, 2018Director Ava DuVernay, the first African-American woman to helm a film with a budget over $100 million, will now take on superhero film “The New Gods,” sources said. The 45-year-old filmmaker, who directed Oscar-nominated civil rights... -
King of spectacle Balich puts Sistine Chapel on stage
Mar 17, 2018The producer of the Rio Olympics opening ceremony, Marco Balich, is used to making flashy spectacles, but entering into the artistic world of Michelangelo and his frescos of creation on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel... -
Bangladesh PM seeks German support for Rohingya repatriation
Mar 17, 2018Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday sought German support in influencing the Myanmar authorities to create a conducive environment for safe and dignified return of the Rohingyas to their homeland. “We seek your continued support in influencing...
