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Dyson has unveiled the Dyson Airstrait™ straightener, setting a new standard in hairstyling technology by eliminating hot plates and heat damage.Engineered for diverse hair types, the Dyson Airstrait™ straightener achieves a natural straight look directly from wet hair. Its design includes two arms with high-pressure air jets that emit precisely angled airflow, drying and straightening hair simultaneously. This innovative approach not only saves time but also maintains hair strength and health, delivering a smooth, shiny finish. James Dyson, Founder and Chief Engineer, emphasized the breakthrough: "Our expertise in manipulating powerful airflow over decades has led to the Dyson Airstrait™ straightener. It combines the convenience of traditional straighteners with high-velocity air blad...

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) has launched a pioneering online undergraduate programme in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship, starting in September 2024. This initiative, delivered through IIMB's digital learning platform IIMBx, marks the institution's foray into undergraduate education.The three-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme, directed by Prof. Suresh Bhagavatula, will blend digital technology, business management principles, and entrepreneurial skills. It aims to equip students with the necessary tools to thrive in a competitive business environment, offering internships and practical projects to enhance real-world learning experiences.IIM Bangalore's reputation for excellence in education and leadership in Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC...

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is cultivating a greener tomorrow with its ambitious 'Green Wave Initiative' during this year's Environment Month. Aligning with the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050, TKM has distributed over 7,000 saplings to employees, emphasizing their commitment to 'Establishing a Future Society in Harmony with Nature'. Employees are actively participating in planting and nurturing these saplings, fostering community engagement and environmental stewardship. Since adopting the Miyawaki Method of Afforestation in 2009, TKM has transformed 112 acres of its Bidadi facility into a thriving ecosystem hosting 790 native species. Notably, this method has been pivotal in sequestering 30.86 tons of carbon per acre, showcasing TKM's dedication to environmental conservation and...

Mr. Niyom Wierathandithakul, Phrae MP of the Party for Thailand & the chairperson of the Special Parliamentary Committee tasked with studying laws and measures to control e-cigarettes in the country, proposed three approaches:1). Continue the ban on e-cigarettes and toughen existing laws, 2). Regulate heated tobacco products (HTPs) while maintaining the e-cigarette ban, 3). Regulate both e-cigarettes and HTPs. The committee, consisting of 35 members from various state agencies, civil organizations, relevant offices, and individuals with e-cigarette experience, aims to address the issue of e-cigarettes. The committee has invited experts and examined multi-facet impacts, including on health, society, children and youth, the economy and law enforcement. The committee in Thailand pr...