5 , Surprising Facts About Selfies.
Everyone loves a good selfie, so in
celebration of National Selfie Day, , here are five facts about everyone's favorite pastime.
1, According to Selfiecity, a research project conducted
by OFFC, women take more selfies than men.
2. , βTimeβ found that Makati City, Philippines,
is the selfie capital of the world.
3. , Selfies may seem like a modern trend, but actually date back to 1524 when artist Parmigianino painted his own reflection in "Self-portrait in a Convex Mirror.".
4. , βSelfieβ was the word of the year in 2013 after its
usage increased by 17,000 percent in that
year alone.
5. , The average age of selfie-takers is 23.6, though preteens are rapidly gaining on millennials
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Chinese personnel repeatedly rammed and boarded two Philippine navy boats to prevent them from delivering supplies to an outpost on Second Thomas Shoal, claimed by both nations.
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During his visit to Manila, the Ukrainian president said that Russia is using Chinese diplomats to dissuade countries from attending the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland.
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Explore public expectations for Budget 2024's Viksit Bharat theme aimed at advancing India by 2047. Join us as we gather insights from the people on their hopes regarding the budget's four pillars: 'Garib' (Poor), 'Mahilayen' (Women), 'Yuva' (Youth), and 'Annadata' (Farmers). Discover what people are thinking and share your views in the comments below!
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President Vladimir Putin drove Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a car during Modi's visit to Moscow, showcasing a gesture of India-Russia friendship. The viral video captures Putin behind the wheel with PM Modi beside him, enjoying the ride and a tour of the residence. They conversed mostly through interpreters but had a brief personal chat in the garden. PM Modi's visit, amidst geopolitical shifts, aims to balance ties with Moscow and closer relations with the West. Stay tuned for updates on their talks and the impact on India-Russia relations.
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Learn about the dramatic thwarting of a Ukrainian plot to hijack a Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber, as revealed by Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB). Ukrainian intelligence's alleged scheme involved enticing a Russian military pilot with promises of monetary reward and Italian citizenship to fly the bomber to Ukraine. Discover the details of how the FSB intercepted this operation, preventing potential escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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Watch live as Shri Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, addresses the media at the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) office in Imphal, Manipur. Get the latest updates on his statements and political insights.
#RahulGandhi #RahulGandhiinManipur #Manipur #ManipurViolence #ManipurUnrest #Congress #ManipurNews #Kuki #Meitei
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Kuwaiti authorities have detained three individuals on suspicion of manslaughter following a devastating fire that killed dozens of Indian migrant workers and plunged their families and friends into mourning. The blaze, which broke out around dawn on Wednesday in the Mangaf area, also claimed the lives of three Filipinos among the 50 dead, according to officials in Manila. The six-storey building, heavily populated with migrant labourers, was engulfed in black smoke as the fire swept through the ground floor. Most of Kuwait's population of over four million comprises foreigners, many from South and Southeast Asia working in construction and service industries.
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