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The EU gains of the Far Right Conventional powers are rattled by Parliament, prompting Macron to announce early elections.

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With significant gains in parliamentary seats, far-right groups rocked the established powers in the European Union, handily defeating French President Emmanuel Macron, who called early legislative elections.

The results of the European Parliament election on Monday indicated a strong tilt to the right in the 27-nation bloc’s parliamentary membership. However, some votes were still being counted. Giorgia Meloni, the premier of Italy, more than doubled the number of assembly seats held by her party. And even though a controversy involving candidates plagued them, the far-right Alternative for Germany party managed to garner enough seats to overtake Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s collapsing Social Democrats.

Prior to the elections, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s Christian Democrats made further rightward shifts on immigration and climate change, sensing a threat from the far right. Her efforts were rewarded with the party’s continued dominance in the 720-seat European Parliament and its role as de facto middleman over the legislature’s ever-growing powers.

However, it will be far more difficult for the assembly to enact laws on topics ranging from climate change to farm policy during the next five years due to the rise of nationalist and populist parties throughout Europe.

But without a doubt, the highlight of an incredible election night was Marine Le Pen’s National Rally party, which topped the French polls to such an extent that Macron dissolved the national parliament right away and announced that fresh elections would take place later this month. It was a huge political gamble because more losses for his party could have ruined his chances of winning the presidency until 2027.

Le Pen accepted the challenge with great pleasure. She echoed the catchphrase of several far-right leaders across other nations who were commemorating significant victories, saying, “We’re ready to turn the country around, ready to defend the interests of the French, ready to put an end to mass immigration.”

The pro-European centrist Renew party, led by Macron, is predicted to receive fewer than 15% of the vote, whereas her National Rally received almost 30%, or nearly twice as much.

Macron admitted to feeling defeated. “I will address your concerns and I have heard your message,” he declared, adding that holding an early election would only strengthen his democratic credentials.

Forecasts showed that voters in Germany, the most populous country in the EU, had not been deterred by the AfD’s problems, as its share of the vote increased to 16.5% from 11% in 2019. In contrast, the three parties that make up the German governing coalition’s combined result only about managed to reach 30%.

Scholz’s ruling Social Democratic party suffered a humiliating defeat as the Alternative for Germany quickly took the lead. “After all the dire predictions, after the barrage of the last few weeks, we are the second strongest force,” a jubilant AfD leader Alice Weidel said.

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In the end, Sunday’s voting showed that the Christian Democrats and the Socialists, two mainstream and pro-European parties, continued to lead the EU. The Greens, who were predicted to lose roughly 20 seats and revert to sixth place in the assembly, suffered as a result of the far right’s victories. Macron’s pro-industry Renew group suffered a significant loss too.

After toying with the notion of forming an alliance with a party farther to the right during the campaign, von der Leyen made an offer late on Sunday to form a coalition with the pro-business Liberals and the Social Democrats, who mostly maintained their position in the polls.

Von der Leyen declared, “We are the anchor of stability; we are by far the strongest party.” She went on to say that the outcome provides “great stability for the parties in the centre,” reflecting on the growth of the far-right and the strong showing of the far-left. Everybody is interested in stability and wants to see a powerful, cohesive Europe.

Provisional results indicated that the pro-business Renew group would have 83 seats, down 19, the Social Democrats would have 135 seats, down 4, and the Christian Democrats would have 189 seats, up 13. The Greens dropped to 53, a deficit of 18.

Germany, which has historically been a bastion for environmentalists, served as an example of the Greens’ decline, as they were expected to go from 20% to 12%. More losses are anticipated in France and other countries. the Greens’ defeat could well have an impact on the EU’s climate change policies, still the most progressive across the globe.

Leaders of the major parties in the European Union parliament were scheduled to meet on Monday to discuss potential coalitions. Whether the extreme right comes together to form a powerful enough bloc to take on the main pro-European organisations will be crucial to how the assembly operates going forward.

Voter confidence among the 450 million or more members of the bloc is being tested during the elections. The EU has been rocked during the past five years by the coronavirus pandemic, a downturn in the economy, and an energy crisis brought on by Russia’s conflict in Ukraine. However, national concerns were frequently the focus of campaigns rather than the interests of all of Europe.

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Populist or far-right parties have taken control of governments in three countries since the 2019 EU elections: Hungary, Slovakia, and Italy. They also form coalitions that rule in other countries including Sweden, Finland, and shortly the Netherlands.

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In a lavender Manish Malhotra saree, Hania Aamir sports her most gorgeous ethnic ensemble to date. View its astounding cost.

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Hania Aamir serves stunning ethnic fashion inspiration in lavender Manish Malhotra tissue saree. Wondering how much it costs? Scroll down for all the details.

Hania Aamir is leaving fashion lovers spellbound with her stunning ethnic diaries. The Pakistani actor has been rocking back-to-back traditional outfits by Indian designers, turning her Insta feed into a goldmine of fashion inspo. For her latest look, the 27-year-old slipped into six yards of grace and looked straight out of a royal fairytale. Let’s break down her saree look and steal some style tips for your ethnic wardrobe. Hania Aamir stuns in lavender saree
On Monday, Hania took to Instagram and uploaded a series of gorgeous snaps accompanied by the caption “gave mermaid.” Draped in a dreamy lavender saree, the star looked absolutely breathtaking while serving some striking glam poses. Let’s take a moment to soak in her ethereal beauty.

Hania’s saree is crafted from luxurious tissue fabric and features intricately embroidered borders, showcasing stunning zari work, beads, and sequin detailing throughout. Draped to perfection, she let the pallu elegantly cascade from her shoulder, adding a regal charm to her look. She teamed it up with a matching embroidered blouse, complete with delicate handmade tassels at the back.

How much does her saree cost?
Can’t stop swooning over Hania’s gorgeous saree? We’ve got all the details you need to add this stunner to your collection. Her six yards is straight from the shelves of ace designer Manish Malhotra and is priced at ₹3,95,000.

Hania accessorised her ethnic look with dazzling diamond jewellery, including statement drop earrings, a chic choker necklace, a sleek bracelet, and a stunning ring adorning her finger. Her dewy makeup featured shimmer eyeshadow, winged eyeliner, mascara-coated lashes, blushed cheeks, a luminous highlighter, and glossy nude lipstick. With her long, luscious tresses left loose in a side partition, she perfectly finished off her look.

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Dimple Kapadia’s “excellent” natural haircare components are the keys to her most beautiful hair: Egg with onion juice

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Celebrities’ haircare secrets are always a mystery; but we’ve got the scoop. Here are some tips from veteran actor Dimple Kapadia, known for her luscious hair.

Ever wondered what the secret to Dimple Kapadia’s ‘glossy and shiny’ locks is? You’re in luck as the Bollywood A-lister shared the haircare tips and tricks she’s picked up over the years in a 2021 interview with Vogue India, and they are pretty much the best hair care advice you will ever get. The best part? Dimple’s inexpensive haircare tips could help you achieve healthy, beautiful locks without breaking the bank. Also read | What Sharmila Tagore does for ‘radiant, naturally glowing skin’ at 79: Her top 3 traditional Indian skincare ingredients

‘Oil your hair and do not colour it’
Speaking about her ‘glossy and shiny’ hair, the actor credited the ‘habit of oiling’ that started in her childhood, and said, “Oiling goes a long, long way. I oil my hair overnight, then get a head massage with a homemade hair pack, which is a mixture of eggs (5 whites and a whole egg) and a banana. I leave it on for 10-30 minutes and then wash it through with lukewarm water… the habit of oiling was prevalent throughout my childhood, and it helped as I have always had very dry, thick and coarse hair. Without the amount of professional styling I’ve had over the years, it would not look so glossy and shiny.”

‘Onion juice is excellent for the hair’
Dimple, 67, added, “My secret hair oil recipe is a concoction of almond and sandalwood oil as a base, with geranium, rosemary and lavender essential oils. This is the legacy I’ll pass down to my grandchildren – oil your hair and do not colour it… onion juice is excellent for the hair but I think, the safer option is to use the onion extract oils you get now.”

Diet for healthy hair
Dimple’s healthy hair diet included fish that can provide essential nutrients for promoting hair growth and maintaining healthy locks. The actor said that she ‘ate a lot of fish growing up’ as her family lived in a coastal area, adding that ‘really helped’ her hair.

Dimple suggested that you ‘include lots of protein in your diet, eat balanced meals and include seeds and nuts’ to provide your hair with the essential nutrients it needs to stay healthy, strong, and beautiful.

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Knowing the main distinctions and risks between HMPV and COVID-19.

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As India logs 5 cases of HMPV, here’s all you need to know about how human metapneumovirus is different from Covid-19 and warning signs to watch out for.

HMPV virus is not a novel virus – it was first isolated in 2001 by Van den Hoogen and her colleagues in Netherlands in the nasopharyngeal secretions of children with respiratory tract infections. The virus was named human metapneumovirus because it was a metapneumovirus that used humans as a host.

The human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a common respiratory virus that typically causes mild cold-like symptoms. Studies show it has circulated in human populations since the 1970s, though it was first identified by scientists in 2001.

The virus accounts for 4-16% of acute respiratory infections globally, with cases usually peaking between November and May. While most adults have developed immunity through previous exposure, hMPV can cause more severe symptoms in infants encountering it for the first time and in people with weakened immune systems.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sangeeta V Budur, Consultant – Paediatrics and Paediatric Intensive Care at Aster RV Hospital, shared, “It is known to cause a range of illnesses from mild upper respiratory infections to severe pneumonia , bronchiolitis and acute respiratory distress syndrome. About 5 to 25% of the acute pediatric lower respiratory tract infections are associated with HMPV. The viral outbreaks peak in winter and spring season in northern hemisphere and June and July in southern hemisphere.”

Who are the vulnerable population?
Dr Sangeeta V Budur revealed, “No age group is immune to the virus, reinfection occurs throughout the life but subsequent infections are mild. Infants, children under 2 years, elderly, Immuno-compromised persons or those with underlying chronic medical conditions are more vulnerable to the severe disease. The HMPV infection appears to be ubiquitous, as virtually all children are exposed by the age of 5 years.”

How does it spread?
According to Dr Sangeeta V Budur, just like any other respiratory illness, HMPV spread via respiratory droplets i.e. coughing, sneezing or contact with infected secretions.

How is it different from Covid -19 ?
Dr Sangeeta V Budur informed, “Both viruses cause minor respiratory symptoms in most of the infected people but Covid -19 has a broader spectrum of symptoms involving multiple body systems and a higher potential for systemic complications. The comparison between the two viruses is difficult though the spread is through the droplets via the respiratory route in both. HMPV is less transmittable and has less severe symptoms as compared to Covid-19.”

What are the symptoms of HMPV virus?
Dr Sangeeta V Budur answered, “Most of the symptoms are mild flu like lasting 5- 7 days requiring outpatient visits. But in children under five , HMPV is responsible for 3-10% of hospital admissions. Among the hospitalized children high grade fever, respiratory distress, wheezing rare the predominant symptoms.”

What are the respiratory illnesses caused by HMPV?
As per Dr Sangeeta V Budur, HMPV is mainly known to cause upper respiratory tract infection in most of the children but bronchiolitis, severe pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome in few which require hospitalization, oxygen therapy including mechanical ventilation.

How to diagnose HMPV infection?
Dr Sangeeta V Budur highlighted, “Diagnosing HMPV based solely on symptoms is difficult, as it mimics other respiratory infections like respiratory syncytial virus( RSV) and influenza. PCR testing on nasopharyngeal secretions for detecting HMPV RNA is the gold standard. In India, surveillance systems like ICMR and the Integrated disease surveillance Programme( IDSP) regularly test for respiratory viruses including HMPV.”

What are treatment options for HMPV?
There is no specific antiviral drug available. Dr Sangeeta V Budur said, “Treatment is mainly symptomatic and supportive with antipyretics and antihistaminics. Hospitalised children may need oxygen therapy , nebulizations and rarely mechanical ventilation among the severely infected.”

What are preventive measures for HMPV?
As of now there is no targeted therapy/vaccine available for HMPV. Dr Sangeeta V Budur suggested, “Proper hand hygiene – washing hands frequently with soap and water for at least 30 seconds. Cough etiquette such as covering the nose and mouth while sneezing and coughing, wearing a mask can limit the spread of the virus. Avoiding close contact with infected individuals, regularly disinfecting touched surfaces are additional measures.”

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