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Cleanest village in Asia

The title of  “cleanest village in Asia”  belongs to  Mawlynnong , nestled in Meghalaya, India. Awarded by  Discover India  in 2003 🏡 What Makes Mawlynnong So Immaculate Community‑driven cleanliness Every household sweeps regularly; streets are cleaned daily, even by schoolchildren before class  theindianchronicles.in+5gqindia.com+5timesofindia.indiatimes.com+5 . Use of plastic and smoking is banned, with fines for violators  traveltriangle.com+5herzindagi.com+5gbrionline.org+5 . Eco‑friendly waste management Bamboo bins are placed throughout, and waste is composted into manure  thehindu.com+5gqindia.com+5theindianchronicles.in+5 . Sustainable living practices Rainwater harvesting setups, soak pits, and organic agriculture using village compost  akkcrusier.com+15theindegenous.org+15indianeagle.com+15 . 100% literacy and matrilineal empowerment The Khasi people ensure complete literacy and pass property matrilineally, wi...

COVID New variant

🧬 What is Nimbus? A subvariant of Omicron (NB.1.8.1), designated a  “variant under monitoring”  by the WHO in late May 2025  timesofindia.indiatimes.com+15houstonchronicle.com+15kcci.com+15 . Detected across multiple regions—including the  U.S., Southeast Asia, Eastern Mediterranean, Western Pacific , and  India   fox13news.com+3houstonchronicle.com+3economictimes.indiatimes.com+3 . By mid-May 2025, derived roughly  11% of global sequenced cases , and by early June, composed about  37% of U.S. samples   kcci.com+3apnews.com+3ketv.com+3 . “Razor-Blade” Throat: Myth or Marker? Many describe throat pain as feeling like  swallowing shards of glass or razor blades   facebook.com+7houstonchronicle.com+7sfchronicle.com+7 . However, sore throat is a  common COVID symptom —up to 70% of cases reported mild to severe throat pain—even before Nimbus emerged  people.com+2sfchronicle.com+2healthline.com+2 . Medical e...

Canada travel guide

Planning an unforgettable journey through Canada? Here's a  flexible 10‑day itinerary  that blends East and West highlights—from vibrant cities to breathtaking nature: 🏙️ Days 1–2: Montreal & Quebec City (Eastern Charm) Day 1 : Arrive in  Montreal , explore Old Montreal, Notre‑Dame Basilica, and Plateau Mont‑Royal—don’t miss  La Banquise  for poutine . Day 2 : Dive deeper into cafes, Mount Royal, Musée des beaux‑arts, and a stroll in the Underground City . Day 3 : Travel (train or drive) to  Quebec City , wander historic Old Town, Château Frontenac, Citadelle, and Quartier Petit‑Champlain ⛰️ Days 4–6: Rockies Road‑Trip (Banff & Jasper) Day 4 : Fly to Calgary, rent a car and drive to  Banff . Discover Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, ride the Banff Gondola, unwind in the Upper Hot Springs Day 5 : Explore Banff fully—hike Johnston Canyon, opt for Via Ferrata at Mount Norquay, paddle, or ski depending on season . Da...