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India Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
An anti-ageing cream called cricket
The year is 1997. A child is protesting to not wear his maroon sweater, as mandated by his DAV school. It's the end of March, the sun is out, winter has largely receded, but mornings in North India still have a nip. After the unsuccessful agitation, the sweater-clad child walks to the bus stop. He has been following a Test match happening in a different time zone, which ended post his bedtime. There is no mobile internet to check the result, so his eyes are searching for a newspaper at the bus is one. Kept, folded, on a wooden bench, whose owner has excused himself to smoke a beedi. The child skips past all the politics and local crime news, and lands on the second last page - the sports page. He freezes, as he reads the headline "India 81 all out". This is the famous test at Bridgetown, Barbados, where India failed to chase 120. The kid is numb, as he drags his soul-less body onto the bus.I have been watching cricket for 30 years now. As we age, our emotional investment in this game depreciates. Our heroes age, fade away, some get a farewell match, some don't, newer players come. There are some matches you just check the highlights of. Amazed at yourself by the disinterest, you think this is it. You have moved But then, on a random weekday, fifth day of a Test match, two wickets down, 100 odd runs to get, a Shardul Thakur sends Harry Brook back to the pavilion, with a delivery straying down the leg side. Two wickets in two deliveries. You scream "OUT" like that child way back in 1996, who screamed when Venkatesh Prasad uprooted Aamir Sohail's stump. Cricket keeps us young. It is the best anti-aging heartbreaks are core memories. They stay longer than the wins - a product of Darwinian evolution. We are coded to retain the bad outcomes, the threats, so as to learn and survive longer. We cope differently.I remember those Sharjah debacles against Pakistan on Jummah days. I would walk back home (we didn't have cable TV) broken-hearted. And I would look at people on the street, the paani puri wala, the one girl gleefully having the thrilling paani-puri, an uncle negotiating the best rate of potatoes and the numerous other people calmly going about their business. I would wonder if their lives are better off not following cricket, not having to witness Aquib Javed running through the Indian tail. Why am I ruining my entire day for a non-material loss? The players, the board of cricket, the sponsors don't even care about my existence. Why should I be so emotionally invested? Why should I be sad over something that has zero bearing on my goals and ambitions in life? And then, a few days later. Sachin would hit a six over the head of Michael Kasprowicz, and we were all back with our cheerleader pom an incredible time warp, and we are all willingly part of it. An emotional roller-coaster we have been riding for decades. Each time we think we are too old for this ride, and we want to get down, it pulls us back in, with miracles like two centuries in the same Test match by Rishabh Pant. And then, on the very next day, presents a fresh heartbreak. India fails to defend 371. Only the second time ever. Each loss plumbs new depths, and each win sets new records.I was in Goa this time on the fifth day, when Stokes and Root were batting with some 50 odd runs to get. I was out for dinner in the immaculate Tanjore tiffin room, polishing off some brown rice with a divine Puli my phone conked off. Panic. I had to rush home. After some anxious moments with the valet, taking his own sweet time, I reached my place, plugged my phone in, waited patiently for it to boot-up, then typed in "Eng vs Ind" on the Google bar, waiting for the score to refresh, hoping to see an increment in the wickets' the buffering circle rotated, it reminded me of that newspaper at the bus stop, 28 years ago. Same child-like anxiety. Same result. Maybe the same intensity of heartbreak. Sigh. Soon, another victory, another moment of magic, will pull us back onto this perennial roller-coaster. Till then, have faith in this anti-ageing cream called cricket.(Abhishek Asthana is the founder of a creative agency – GingerMonkey. He tweets as @GabbbarSingh)- Ends(Views expressed in this opinion piece are those of the author)Tune InMust Watch
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Koan Health Renews NCQA Data Aggregator Validation Certification
Population health analytics leader continues commitment to data integrity and quality measures in value-based care. DALLAS, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Koan Health, a leading population health analytics company, announced today that it has once again earned the Certified Data Partner designation through the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Data Aggregator Validation (DAV) program. The repeat certification reflects Koan Health's continued commitment to delivering high-quality clinical data that meets the rigorous standards of accuracy, integrity, and security set by NCQA. "Our clients rely on us to make sense of complex data, and we don't take that trust lightly," said DT Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Koan Health. "Earning this certification again underscores our unwavering commitment to data accuracy and transparency. At Koan, we understand that when clinical data integrity is accurate, everything else—insights, quality performance, and outcomes—can follow." The DAV certification applies to Koan Health's comprehensive population health analytics platform that supports ACOs, CINs, payers, and other risk-bearing organizations. Data partners that earn validation undergo a comprehensive, end-to-end evaluation of their quality and integrity, from ingestion through delivery to end users. Validation ensures adherence to NCQA's extracting standards and supports the trustworthy use of clinical data in quality programs like HEDIS®. The renewed certification comes as healthcare organizations face increasing pressure to demonstrate measurable outcomes in value-based care arrangements. Koan Health's Datalyst™ platform enables accountable providers to leverage powerful analytics to understand their networks, provider performance, and quality metrics, helping organizations quickly identify opportunities to improve clinical and financial results. About Koan Health Koan Health is a population health analytics company serving ACOs, CINs, payers, and other risk-bearing organizations in value-based care relationships. Through the Datalyst™ platform, providers leverage powerful analytics to understand networks, performance, and quality metrics to improve clinical and financial results. For more information, visit About NCQA NCQA is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving healthcare quality. NCQA accredits and certifies a wide range of healthcare organizations. It also recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performance. NCQA's Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS®) is the most widely used performance measurement tool in healthcare. Learn more at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Koan Health Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Over 30 companies hiring at Joint Base Langley-Eustis Area Veterans Job Fair
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — More than 30 companies are searching for new employees at the upcoming Joint Base Langley-Eustis Area Veterans Job Fair on Thursday. The job fair, organized by DAV and RecruitMilitary, is set to take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hampton Roads Convention Center and aims to support veterans transitioning into civilian careers. Those interested in attending the fair can register using the link here. Continue to check for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
VA clinic closed June 19 for Juneteenth — DAV services moved to 26th
Because the Hagerstown Community Based Outpatient Clinic will be closed June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday, the Disabled American Veterans service officer has rescheduled his availability to Thursday, June 26, according to a community announcement. The DAV Service Officer assists with VA claims for service members, veterans and their families. To schedule an appointment, call Ernie Unger at 301-842-2562 or 301-331-0091, or send an email to michelobqt@ This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. The Herald-Mail is growing its local news: Send your news to us This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: Juneteenth holiday shifts DAV services in Hagerstown to June 26
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Need help with VA benefits? A DAV officer is coming to Hagerstown
Veterans can access important services from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. According to a community announcement, a Disabled American Veteran (DAV) Service Officer will be available at the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC), 1101 Opal Court Suite 202, Hagerstown. The officer will be present on the third Thursday of each month by appointment only. This month's visit is scheduled for June 19. The DAV Service Officer will assist veterans, their spouses and dependents in preparing VA claims and obtaining benefits. To make an appointment, individuals can contact DAV Service Officer Ernie Unger at 301-842-2562 or on his cell at 301-331-0091. Appointments can also be arranged via email at michelobqt@ Veterans are advised to bring essential documents to their appointment, including a copy of their military discharge, DD 214 or other service records, VA claim number if issued, and any VA correspondence or rating decisions. This service is provided free of charge by the DAV to all service members, veterans, their spouses and dependents. This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. The Herald-Mail is growing its local news: Send your news to us This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: A DAV officer is helping Hagerstown vets file claims this month
