Explained: Presidential Fitness Test, why Obama scrapped it and Trump brought it back to schools

(AP Photo/John McDonnell) In the storied annals of American school life, few memories are as unifying or divisive as the Presidential Fitness Test. For decades, it was the gym class rite of passage: Mile runs timed to the second, push-ups counted with unwavering scrutiny, sit-and-reach stretches measuring flexibility like a litmus test of youth. But…

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Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s ‘WAR 2’ eyeing ‘U/A’ certification from CBFC; Film’s runtime revealed- Deets Inside |

The much-anticipated action thriller ‘WAR 2’ is awaiting its certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR and Kiara Advani in lead roles, the movie is reportedly eyeing a ‘U/A16+’ rating, according to reports doing the rounds on social media. Although unconfirmed, it is highly likely that the film…

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Chak De India! Shashi Tharoor points out holes in Indian team, bats for Sarfaraz Khan’s inclusion | Cricket News

Shashi Tharoor (left) and Sarfaraz Khan (AP | PTI) A day after apologising to Team India for doubting their chances following their series-levelling six-run victory against England in the fifth and final Test at The Oval in London, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has highlighted key takeaways from the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy while also pointing out areas…

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Shubman Gill’s baptism by Bazball: Calm head, bat full of runs and a gun team | Cricket News

Shubman Gill-led India levelled the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England at 2-2. (PTI) TimesofIndia.com in London: Captaincy can often be a very lonely job, even in team sports. Especially when the results don’t go in your favour and unforeseen circumstances take over to complicate matters even further. There are times when you need that arm…

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Trump tariffs: India under fire from US over Russian oil imports; China buys more but escapes criticism, says GTRI

As the tension between US and India escalate with regards to trade talks, a recent Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) report called out Donald Trump claiming the US President has been selectively criticising India regarding Russian oil imports while remaining silent about China’s involvement.The report, cited by ANI, presented data showing China as the primary…

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When Sudipto Sen recalled the pain that inspired ‘The Kerala Story’; Survivors lived without food And power – THROWBACK

In May 2023, The Kerala Story team—director Sudipto Sen, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, and lead actor Adah Sharma—held a press conference that offered a rare, moving insight into what inspired the making of the film. Three survivors of religious conversion, whose stories partly shaped the film’s narrative, were also present at the event. Sudipto Sen…

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