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International Business Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- International Business Times
Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025: Date, Time, Nominations, and Everything to Know
Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025 is almost here. The fourth annual star-studded ceremony will take place at the Paradise City, Incheon, on Friday (July 18). It will be packed with talent, performances, and other stunning moments. Organized by Sports Chosun since 2022, the glam event will recognize excellence in OTT and streaming television in South Korea. K-drama lovers and moviegoers wait for the annual award ceremony to enjoy live performances by their favorite artists. A star-studded lineup of celebrities will reveal the winners from original Korean dramas and variety shows invested in and produced by streaming services, including Netflix, Disney+, seezn, Apple TV+, WATCHA, wavve, Kakao TV, Coupang Play, and TVING. With only a couple of weeks left to find out the winners, here is everything we know so far about the fourth annual award ceremony. When and Where Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025 Take Place? The fourth annual star-studded ceremony will take place at the Paradise City, Incheon, on Friday (July 18) at 8:30 PM KST. Who is Nominated for the Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025? The nominees for the fourth annual award show were selected through online voting, evaluations by Sports Chosun entertainment news reporters, and industry expert surveys. The online voting took place between June 11 and June 24. When Life Gives You Tangerines and The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call are among the top nominees for the award show, taking place on Friday (July 18). Other nominees include Squid Game 2, Weak Hero Class 2, Gyeongseong Creature 2, and The Queen Who Crowns.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- Indian Express
University of Leeds, University of Delhi sign MoU to expand academic collaboration
The University of Leeds (UoL), UK, and the University of Delhi (DU), India, have formalised a strategic academic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement aims to enhance collaborative research, facilitate faculty and student exchange, and promote capacity-building initiatives between the two institutions. QS World University Rankings: DU continues to be top public varsity in India, sees overall rise in score According to a statement from the university, the MoU outlines a framework for a long-term academic relationship covering joint research projects, academic events, co-teaching opportunities, and access to shared learning platforms. Both universities aim to build stronger institutional linkages that will support interdisciplinary collaboration and global knowledge production. The partnership stems from a relationship developed over the past two years, led by the University of Leeds' faculty of social sciences. Multiple academic visits and collaborative events have taken place, including a social science research methods workshop held in Delhi in April 2025. This workshop brought together early-career researchers and faculty from both universities, supporting a sustained academic dialogue. Delhi University PG Admissions 2025: First seat allotment out at The agreement is aligned with the University of Leeds' international strategy and reflects its growing engagement with India as a priority country for academic collaboration. The University of Leeds is one of the UK's largest higher education institutions, with over 40,000 students from approximately 140 countries. In the QS World University Rankings 2026, it is placed at 86 globally. Delhi University UG, PG Admissions 2025: What's new this year? For the University of Delhi, the MoU supports its institutional goal of enhancing international engagement and expanding globally relevant research capacity. DU is ranked 328 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and holds the top position among Indian universities in the same rankings. This partnership is in line with DU's efforts to strengthen academic networks that promote innovation, diversity, and excellence in higher education. With the agreement now in place, both institutions are expected to announce a series of joint initiatives in the coming months. These will likely include faculty mobility, co-hosted academic programmes, collaborative research in priority areas, and structured student exchange opportunities.
India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Bollywood Actress Who Once Was A Class Topper With IAS Dreams, Now Works Alongside Dhanush, Vikrant Massey And John Abraham
photoDetails english 2922616 This actress went from dreaming of the civil services to becoming a top student and a celebrated star across Indian cinema. Updated:Jun 26, 2025, 04:24 PM IST An Early Spark of Brilliance 1 / 9 This Bollywood actress was a top performer from the start—she aced her classes after 10, setting the stage for a future marked by excellence. From Civil Services Dreams to the Silver Screen 2 / 9 In an interview with IndiaGlitz Telugu, this actress revealed that her original dream was to become an IAS officer; civil service was her true calling before fate intervened. Who is She? 3 / 9 This actress is none other than Raashii Khanna, and though her ambitions once lay elsewhere, destiny led her to the silver screen, altering the course of her life. Rooted in Middle-Class Values 4 / 9 In another candid interview with Bollywood Bubble, Raashii opened up about her middle-class upbringing. Her father worked in business, her mother was a school principal, and her brother served in the merchant navy. She recalled how her brother once handed her a list of prestigious institutions. Inspired, she doubled down on her studies and ended up topping her class. Bollywood Debut 5 / 9 Raashii made her Bollywood debut opposite John Abraham in Madras Cafe (2013), marking her entry into the Hindi film industry. Box Office 6 / 9 Though her role in Madras Cafe was relatively brief, the film was a box-office success, made on a Rs 35 crore budget and grossing Rs 70 crore, earning her valuable visibility. Rising Star in the South 7 / 9 After her debut, she carved a niche in South Indian cinema, starring alongside major names like Dhanush, Naga Chaitanya, and Vijay Sethupathi, and establishing herself as a pan-India star. Comeback 8 / 9 In 2024, she made a powerful return to Bollywood with Yodha (opposite Sidharth Malhotra) and The Sabarmati Report, proving she's here to stay. Image Credits 9 / 9 (Image All: IMDb/Instagram/Facebook)
Korea Herald
3 days ago
- General
- Korea Herald
'Milky way' project: Korean cows propel Nepal's milk production sixfold
Three years on from Korea's heifer donation to Nepal, the impact is visible: more milk, better income and empowered women SINDHULI, Nepal — In the hillside town of Kamalamai in Nepal's Sindhuli District, the arrival of two Korean heifers turned dairy into a chance at a better life for Nisha Karki. As one of 51 households gifted with cows in the Korea-Nepal Model Dairy Village, she raised two Korean cows, named Sanee and Hwanggol, which produce five to six times more milk than indigenous breeds. 'I'm truly happy knowing I already own high-yield dairy cows,' she said. 'Thanks to livestock management training, I clearly understand when, how much and what kind of feed to provide to keep them healthy.' They have proven a boon not only to her family's income, she added, but, more meaningfully, to Nepal's broader progress in the dairy sector. Standing next to Karki, Lee Hae-won, executive director of Heifer Korea — the Korean branch of the non-profit Heifer International — hailed her farm as a model of excellence: 'She's one of the best in livestock care, from water management to overall animal husbandry.' From recipient to donor Named the "Milky Way" project, the initiative traces back to December 2022, when South Korea's Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs; the National Agricultural Cooperative Federation; and Heifer Korea jointly transferred 100 Holstein heifers and eight breeding bulls to Nepal. It endeavored to uplift Nepal's dairy productivity, where dairy comprises 9 percent of the nation's gross domestic product, while initiating a far-reaching transformation across the country's dairy value chain. It in fact marked Korea's first official development aid of its kind, a shift from aid recipient to donor, and harks back to the years between 1952 and 1976, when Korea received over 3,200 animals, including dairy cows, bulls and goats, from Heifer International. Korea now exports elite dairy cattle, with its high-performing Holsteins ranked sixth globally in milk productivity. Behind Korea's cow breeds are decades of investment by the Agriculture Ministry in breeding programs, genetic evaluation and farmer education, reflected in a 1.5-fold increase in average annual dairy yield, from 6,868 kilograms in 1995 to 10,301 kilograms in 2022. Korean cows outperform Nepal's native breeds by a wide margin, producing an average of 7,000 to 8,500 liters over a 305-day lactation period as of May, compared to just 950 liters from local cows. Follow-up assistance The project continues to offer post-donation support, from training in feed management and hygiene to veterinary services like vaccination and artificial insemination. Also taking shape is deeper collaboration with the Nepalese government across infrastructure, genetics and technical capacity-building. Sustained support is vital for farmers with cows as well as those still awaiting their turn. For instance, when the Korea Herald visited the village's farmer field school on June 14, a group of 39 farmers and aspiring farmers were learning how to produce total mixed ration using locally sourced forage. In particular, the calving of Korean cows has been a blessing for new farming households, thanks to the Passing on the Gift initiative, under which families that receive Korean cows donate their first female calves to neighbors without one. According to Lee, the goal is to foster a self-reliant model to build a future where everyone can thrive together. The first to give birth was Tosilee, who delivered a female calf in February last year. In a gesture of gratitude, the family named her Gamsa, the Korean word for 'thank you.' According to Guna Kumari, owner of Tosilee and president of the Kamalamai Social Entrepreneur Women Dairy Cooperative — a women-led group representing 310 households — she and her fellow dairy farmers actively share knowledge and expertise. 'Turning milk into dairy products has become our goal for the future,' Kumari remarked. She also observed a positive shift in Nepal's traditionally patriarchal society, where women were once largely confined to housework and childcare. 'Now, husbands are helping run the cooperative and supporting women's participation in society."
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
For the second year in a row, UCHealth recognized as one of the most socially responsible health care systems in the nation
2025-26 Lown Institute Hospitals Index recognized 11 UCHealth hospitals with top grades in health equity, value of care, community benefits and patient outcomes UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital Aurora, CO, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UCHealth is proud to be named one of the nation's most socially responsible health care systems by independent think tank, Lown Institute. The 2025-26 Lown Institute Hospitals Index ranks UCHealth No. 3 nationwide according to the institute's analysis of health equity, value of care and patient outcomes. 'UCHealth's dedicated physicians, nurses and staff members work tirelessly to improve lives across Colorado by addressing health equity, providing financial assistance, and ensuring our patients have access to the very best care,' said Elizabeth B. Concordia, UCHealth president and CEO. 'The designations from the Lown Institute are a recognition of our employees' commitment to excellence.' The 2025-26 Lown Hospitals Index for Social Responsibility combines metrics of health equity and value of care with patient outcomes, offering a holistic view of hospitals as community partners. Lown's sixth annual index included more than 2,700 hospitals and evaluates hospitals and health care systems on over 50 measures, including metrics such as community benefits, racial inclusivity, cost efficiency and patient satisfaction. UCHealth hospitals individually recognized by Lown Institute include: UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital (Fort Collins) UCHealth Greeley Hospital (Greeley) UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies (Loveland) UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital (Longmont) UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (Aurora) UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central and Memorial Hospital North (Colorado Springs) UCHealth Broomfield Hospital (Broomfield) UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center (Steamboat Springs) UCHealth Parkview Medical Center and Parkview Pueblo West Hospital (Pueblo) UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital (Highlands Ranch) UCHealth Pikes Peak Regional Hospital (Woodland Park) In fiscal year 2024, UCHealth cared for 2.7 million patients and provided more than $1.3 billion in community benefits, including $570 million in care for patients who could not afford to pay. About UCHealth UCHealth is a nationally recognized nonprofit health system that pushes the boundaries of medicine through advanced treatments and clinical trials, improving health through innovation and providing unmatched patient care in the Rocky Mountain West. Investing $1.3 billion in community benefits including $570 million in uncompensated care each year, UCHealth is Colorado's largest Medicaid provider and dedicated to the communities it serves. With the region's only adult academic medical center, University of Colorado Hospital on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, UCHealth includes 35,000 employees, 14 acute-care hospitals and hundreds of physicians across Colorado, Wyoming and western Nebraska. Attachment UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital CONTACT: Kelli Christensen UCHealth 720-848-5809
