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Booking.com is one of the world's largest online travel agencies (OTAs), allowing users to book accommodations, flights, rental cars, taxis, and attractions worldwide. Headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, it's a subsidiary of Booking Holdings and operates in over 220 countries and territories, supporting more than 40 languages.c754be,7f115e Key Features and Services Accommodations — Over 3.4 million properties, including hotels, apartments, resorts, homes, and unique stays. Other Travel Options — Flights, car rentals, airport taxis, and attractions. User Benefits — Genuine guest reviews, free cancellation on most bookings, price guarantees, and the Genius loyalty program for discounts. Mobile App — Available on iOS and Android for easy booking, with features like filters for price, amenities, and pet-friendly options.91d69b,bae06a As of 2025, Booking.com remains the most visited travel and tourism website globally, continuing to expand in alternative accommodations (like va...

Erectile dysfunction (ED), previously known as impotence, is the persistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection firm enough for satisfactory sexual activity. It affects millions of men worldwide and becomes more common with age, though it can occur at any stage of life. How Common Is It? ED is one of the most frequent sexual health issues in men. Older projections estimated around 322 million cases globally by 2025 due to aging populations and rising risk factors like diabetes and obesity. Prevalence varies widely: About 52% in men aged 40–70 (from classic studies like the Massachusetts Male Aging Study). Up to 24–52% in older age groups. Lower in younger men (around 8–26% under 40). It's often underreported due to stigma, but it's highly treatable. Symptoms Common signs include: Difficulty getting an erection. Trouble keeping an erection during sexual activity. Reduced sexual desire (in some cases). Occasional issues are normal, but if it happens regularly, it may ind...

Dhurandhar (also spelled Dhurandar in some searches) is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language spy action thriller film directed by Aditya Dhar (known for Uri: The Surgical Strike). It stars Ranveer Singh as an Indian spy (Hamza) who goes undercover in Karachi's Lyari area amid gang wars, with a cast including Akshaye Khanna (as a character inspired by Rehman Dakait), Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal. The story is loosely inspired by real events, blending underworld crime, espionage, and India-Pakistan tensions (including links to the 2008 Mumbai attacks). Released on December 5, 2025, it's a major box-office hit, praised for its action, performances, and production, though criticized for its long runtime (over 3.5 hours) and perceived nationalist tone. Pakistani Reactions Since Indian films are banned in Pakistan, many Pakistanis have watched it via unofficial streams or overseas screenings. Reactions are notably mixed and divided, sparking internal debates among Pakistanis ra...

The Truth Behind "Cancer-Causing Eggs" in Bangalore: Debunking the Viral Panic Published: December 16, 2025 In recent weeks, social media in Bangalore and across India has been flooded with alarming claims about "cancer-causing eggs." The panic, particularly acute in Bengaluru, stems from a viral YouTube video alleging that eggs from the premium brand Eggoz contain traces of banned antibiotics linked to cancer risks. This has led to widespread fear, with some residents discarding egg cartons and rumors spreading rapidly. But is there real cause for alarm, or is this another case of misinformation amplified online? Let's break down what happened, what the science says, and what consumers in Bangalore should know. The Spark: A Viral Lab Test on Eggoz Eggs The controversy began in early December 2025 when the YouTube channel Trustified released a video claiming independent lab tests detected AOZ (a metabolite of nitrofuran antibiotics) in Eggoz eggs at levels aroun...

No, US tariffs on Indian goods do affect the Indian economy, though the overall impact is moderate and contained rather than catastrophic, due to the structure of India's trade and ongoing resilience in exports. In 2025, the US under President Trump imposed high tariffs on most Indian goods: starting with a 25% reciprocal tariff, followed by an additional 25% penalty linked to India's Russian oil imports, resulting in up to 50% total duties on affected products effective from August 2025. These remain in place as of December 2025, with negotiations ongoing for a potential interim deal. Key Impacts Affected Exports — The US is India's largest goods export market (about 18-20% of India's merchandise exports, worth ~$86-87 billion annually pre-tariffs). Tariffs hit labor-intensive sectors hard, including textiles, apparel, gems and jewelry, leather, marine products (e.g., shrimp), and some chemicals/auto parts. Estimates suggest $48-50 billion in exports are directly threa...

The World in Crisis: Navigating Turmoil in Late 2025 As we approach the end of 2025, the global landscape is marked by interconnected crises that challenge international stability, humanitarian efforts, and economic resilience. From protracted armed conflicts displacing millions to the accelerating impacts of climate change and economic uncertainties fueled by policy shifts, the world faces a "new world disorder" as described by organizations like the International Rescue Committee (IRC). This blog post explores the major ongoing crises, drawing on recent reports and analyses. Humanitarian and Conflict Crises: A Record-Breaking Year 2025 has seen an alarming escalation in conflicts, with humanitarian needs reaching unprecedented levels. The IRC's Emergency Watchlist for 2025 and 2026 highlights countries like Sudan, Occupied Palestinian Territory (Gaza), South Sudan, Syria, Myanmar, Haiti, and Burkina Faso as the most at-risk for worsening crises. Sudan remains the world...