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News.com.au
16-07-2025
- Health
- News.com.au
20-year-old fitness influencer reveals 6 weight loss rules that helped her lose 52kg
Weighing 105kg at just 15, Jessica Turner faced relentless bullying at school and was cruelly called a 'whale' by classmates. Five years on, the student from Surrey in the UK has lost half her body weight — and those same bullies are suddenly trying their luck on Instagram. 'I never really got any male attention before uni … but now I get doors held open for me all the time,' Jessica, now a fitness influencer, said. After years of comfort eating and zero exercise, the now University of Exeter student ballooned to 105kg at just 160cm (5ft, 3in) tall. 'I looked at food as a source of comfort. I had very low self-esteem, so I didn't like going out very much,' Jessica recalled. While at school, people would often make comments. 'Someone said I was walking up the stairs 'too slowly', and another actually called me a whale,' she explained. 'They would laugh at me. I never felt like anybody found me attractive.' The turning point came during the 2020 Covid lockdown when Jessica, then 15, decided to take control. 'Covid hit and everything shut down and I thought 'I've got an opportunity to better myself and I have a lot of time on my hands'.' Starting with YouTube home workouts, inspired by Joe Wicks and Chloe Ting, she slowly fell in love with fitness and nutrition. 'Once you start seeing results, it gets easier,' she said. Jessica, now a successful fitness influencer, credits a protein-rich diet and regular exercise for her dramatic transformation, losing an incredible 52kg since 2019. 'I was 105kg, so my health was on the line,' she said. 'I was bigger than my mum and most people in my family. 'I felt so miserable in myself that I didn't really care what I was eating.' Her diet used to revolve around calorie-laden junk food. 'I used to eat lots of cakes and chocolate because it would give me short-time gratification,' Jessica explained. 'After school, I'd do a little Tesco shop and get a bag of sweets and chocolates.' Now her typical day looks very different. Breakfast might be protein pancakes topped with Greek yoghurt, berries, and honey. Lunch could be an omelette with cheese and ham, plus a side salad. And dinner is typically something like a Mexican chicken rice bowl, packed with peppers, onions, and avocado. 'I make sure I eat at least five fruits and veg every day, and I hit my protein goals, eating over the government-recommended amount of 2,000 calories a day,' the health fanatic said. 'You don't have to be scared of eating; you can achieve your goals without starving yourself. 'If I can do it, so can you.' Alongside the diet overhaul, Jessica took up weightlifting to tone up. 'I had loose skin on my arms and legs, my inner thighs in particular. 'Only when I started weightlifting did I start to build muscle. I haven't looked back since.' Her journey hasn't just changed her body, it's changed her confidence and life trajectory. 'If I hadn't gone through my weight-loss journey, I wouldn't be at a Russell group uni (meaning one of 24 leading, research-intensive universities in the UK) and I wouldn't be studying law,' Jessica explained. She said her social life has transformed too. 'People 100 per cent treat me differently, even on the street. 'When you're a bigger girl people don't respect you as much. I never had someone hold the door open for me, but as a girl now I get that all the time.' Many of Jessica's bullies now follow her on Instagram, but Jessica hasn't forgotten how they made her feel. 'Then you have guys trying to speak to me (on Instagram) and I'm like 'no, I still remember what you did.'' Jessica hasn't had any long-term relationships yet. 'I'm very career oriented so I'm prioritising that,' she said. 'I want to share my journey not just to celebrate how far I've come, but to inspire others,' she said. 'I want to show that no matter where you start, it's possible to rise, grow, and achieve what once felt out of reach. 'If I can do it, so can you.'
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Mumbai, Delhi among world's best in QS student cities rankings
AI image NEW DELHI: Mumbai and Delhi have posted impressive gains in QS Best Student Cities 2026 rankings, reinforcing India's growing profile in global higher education. Mumbai has re-entered the coveted global top 100, climbing 15 places to secure the 98th position, while Delhi advanced seven spots to 104th. Delhi stood out in the affordability category, being ranked as most affordable student city in the world. Mumbai and Bengaluru also performed strongly on this parameter, being placed within the global top 15. The QS ranking report noted that this is an indication of National Education Policy-2020's (NEP) focus on global engagement and student-centric learning. These gains reflect a strengthening momentum in India's education ecosystem, with its metropolises emerging as increasingly attractive destinations for both domestic and international students. Four Indian metro cities - Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and Chennai - featured in the rankings and have improved their positions this year. Bengaluru saw the most dramatic leap, soaring 22 places to rank 108th, while Chennai moved up 12 spots to 128th. In the employer activity indicator, Delhi and Mumbai broke into the world's top 50, underscoring the strong employment prospects for graduates from these cities. Bengaluru made a remarkable 41-place leap in this category to 59th, and Chennai advanced 29 spots, reflecting a growing global recognition of Indian graduates' skill set. CEO of QS Jessica Turner said India's ascent in the rankings was "more than a statistical bump" and pointed to a deeper transformation. "As we approach the fifth anniversary of NEP-2020, its focus on global engagement, quality enhancement and student-centric learning is starting to bear fruit on the international stage," she said. "If this momentum continues, backed by reform and rising global visibility, we're likely to witness an even sharper upward trajectory before the decade is out," Turner said. The QS Best Student Cities 2026 ranking assessed 150 cities worldwide. This year's edition highlights a notable shift in the global education landscape - Seoul displaced London to claim the top spot for the first time, while Tokyo held its second position. London, which had dominated the rankings for six consecutive years, slipped to third, largely due to a steep decline in affordability, where it dropped 11 places to rank 137th globally. Where Indian cities scored low was in student mix indicator (number of international students, and how inclusive the city and country is), with Mumbai at the bottom (150), Bengaluru at 148, Chennai at 146 and Delhi at 147. Asia's rise is equally striking in this edition. Alongside Seoul's triumph, Kuala Lumpur entered the global top 15 for the first time at 12th, while Beijing 13th and Taipei 14th achieved their highest-ever positions. Hong Kong also climbed five places to 17th. Over the past decade, India has recorded a 390% increase in number of universities featured in QS World University Rankings. That upward trajectory is now mirrored at the city level, with Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and Chennai establishing themselves as globally connected and opportunity-rich destinations for students.
Malay Mail
16-07-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
QS ranks KL as world's 12th best city for students, highest since index began
KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 — Kuala Lumpur is now the 12th best city for students worldwide, according to the 2026 QS Best Student Cities Rankings released yesterday. This is the city's highest-ever ranking since the index was introduced in 2014, and marks the first time KL has broken into the top 20 cities. With an overall score of 90.3, KL is the second-highest Southeast Asian city on the list, just one spot below Singapore, which is ranked 11th. In Asia, KL emerged in fourth place, overtaking major cities such as Beijing (13th), Taipei (14th) and Hong Kong (17th). 'This continuous ascent, having improved almost each year since 2016, underscores the city's dedicated efforts to establish itself as a premier global study destination,' QS chief executive officer Jessica Turner said in a statement yesterday. QS ranks cities with a population of at least 250,000 and with at least two universities featured in the QS World University Rankings. The survey, conducted among prospective and former students, comprises six broad categories: desirability, affordability, student mix, employer activity, university rankings, and student voice. KL's weakest performance was in the Desirability metric, although it climbed eight spots from the previous edition to 81st in the latest rankings. The city also dropped nine spots year-on-year in the Affordability metric and fell two spots year-on-year in the Student Voice metric. While KL shows an upward trend, Selangor's capital city Shah Alam tumbled 21 spots to 144th after recording a decline across five of the six metrics. Globally, South Korea's capital Seoul wrested the top spot from London as the world's best student city, while Japan's capital Tokyo came second. London, which retained the number-one position for six consecutive years, finished third — largely due to slipping 11 places in the Affordability indicator.
The Hindu
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Delhi world's most affordable city for students: QS ranking
Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai have improved their positions in the 'Best Student Cities' ranking for 2026, compiled by global higher education consultancy QS — Quacquarelli Symonds, after assessing 150 cities worldwide. Seoul, Tokyo and London are the top three cities in the ranking. Delhi emerged as the world's most affordable student city, ranking first globally in this indicator. The QS considered various factors such as safety, pollution, cost of living, desirability and employer activity while preparing the index. Mumbai re-entered the global top 100, rising 15 places to secure 98th position in this ranking compared to the ranking for 2025. Delhi climbed seven spots to 104th, while Bengaluru bagged 108th rank, improving from last year's position of 130. 'Chennai also advances significantly, gaining 12 positions to rank 128th,' the QS said in a release. While Delhi emerged as the world's most affordable student city, Mumbai and Bengaluru are within the top 15 in this criteria. 'In the Employer Activity category, Delhi and Mumbai both break into the global top 50, highlighting strong graduate employment prospects. Bangalore makes the sharpest leap in this dimension, jumping 41 places to rank 59th, while Chennai climbs an impressive 29 spots, underscoring a growing recognition of its graduates in the job market,' the QS said. Jessica Turner, CEO of QS, said India's rising presence in the 2026 QS Best Student Cities Rankings reflects a structural shift in the country's higher education landscape. 'As we approach the fifth anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, its focus on global engagement, quality enhancement, and student-centric learning is starting to bear fruit on the international stage. The progress of cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, and Chennai is particularly telling,' she said adding that in just ten years, India has seen a 390% increase in the number of universities featured in the QS World University Rankings. 'That kind of trajectory is rare — and now we're seeing it reflected at the city level too. If this momentum continues, backed by reform and rising global visibility, — we're likely to witness an even sharper upward trajectory before the decade is out,' she added. Several Asian cities climbed in the global standings. 'This year, 39 cities from the Asia-Pacific region (excluding Australia and New Zealand) are featured, including three newcomers. Notably, Kyoto and Osaka make their debut as individually ranked cities, having previously been grouped under the Kyoto–Osaka–Kobe metropolitan label. Among the 34 Asian cities ranked last year, 26 have improved their positions, one remains unchanged, and only seven have declined — with just four falling by more than three places,' the QS said. Seoul is the world's best student city and ended London's six-year run at the top. 'London, while maintaining strong results in Employer Activity and Student Mix, drops to third, largely due to a steep decline in affordability, where it now ranks just 137th globally,' the QS said.
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Business Standard
15-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
QS2026 rankings: Delhi, Mumbai, B'luru among top global cities for students
Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai are among the top 130 cities worldwide for students, as per the QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2026 announced on July 9. While Mumbai leads the Indian pack by rank, Delhi has been recognised as the most affordable city in the world for students. All four major Indian cities have improved their positions in the rankings, indicating the growing appeal of India's higher education system. The QS Best Student Cities Ranking is compiled by QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a global higher education consultancy that evaluates 150 cities worldwide to arrive at its rankings. Mumbai has re-entered the global top 100, climbing 15 spots to 98th place. Delhi has moved up seven ranks to reach 104th, while Bengaluru has made the biggest leap among Indian cities, jumping 22 places to 108th. Chennai has also shown strong progress, rising 12 spots to stand at 128th. High scores for affordability and employment Mumbai and Bengaluru have performed particularly well in the affordability category, both securing positions within the top 15 globally. In terms of employer activity, which reflects graduate employment opportunities, Delhi and Mumbai have both entered the global top 50. Bengaluru has surged 41 places in this category to rank 59th, while Chennai has risen by 29 positions, highlighting increased recognition of its graduates. NEP 2020 driving progress 'India's rising presence in the 2026 QS Best Student Cities Rankings is more than a statistical bump – it reflects a structural shift in the country's higher education landscape. As we approach the fifth anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, its focus on global engagement, quality enhancement and student-centric learning is starting to bear fruit on the international stage,' said Jessica Turner, CEO of QS. This year, Seoul has overtaken London to become the world's top student city. London, which had held the number one spot for six years in a row, has fallen to third place, mainly due to a sharp fall in its affordability score, where it dropped 11 places to 137th. To be considered, cities must have a population of at least 250,000 and contain at least two universities featured in the QS World University Rankings. The assessment also includes insights from 100,000 survey responses, split between prospective students (desirability) and former students (student voice), with both factors carrying equal weight in the final score. Global rankings: Highlights Seoul has topped the QS Best Student Cities 2026 ranking for the first time, earning a perfect overall score of 100 Tokyo holds second place with a score of 99.9, driven by strong employer engagement and student satisfaction Munich and Melbourne retain their top 10 positions, ranking fourth and fifth respectively Asia-Pacific gains and affordability trends Increases in Affordability scores have been widespread in the Asia-Pacific region, with notable improvements across Taipei, Hong Kong (SAR), Tokyo and Seoul, each gaining over 10 points. Ten out of the top 20 ranked cities are now in Asia-Pacific, underlining the region's rising status in global higher education. Safety, inclusivity and lifestyle preferences Seventy-nine per cent of students cited safety and inclusivity as their top priority when selecting a study destination, followed by 57 per cent who prioritised lifestyle and leisure opportunities.
