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The Hindu
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Aman Sehrawat claimed a bronze in the Ulaanbaatar Open Ranking Series
Paris Olympics bronze medallist wrestler Aman Sehrawat (57kg) claimed a bronze in the Ulaanbaatar Open Ranking Series on Sunday. On his comeback to competition after the Olympics last year, Aman defeated Kyrgyzstan's Almaz Smanbekov 11-1 before being pinned by another Olympian and Pan-American champion, Mexico's Roman Gulliermo Bravo Young, in the semifinals. However, he bounced back to beat Turkey's Bekir Keser 12-2 for the bronze. Udit (61kg) picked up a silver, while Amit (79kg) and Vicky (97kg) secured a bronze apiece.
USA Today
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Raise a glass at D.C.'s hottest rooftop bars
Raise a glass at D.C.'s hottest rooftop bars With its noisy buzz of titillating political intrigue, Washington, D.C., isn't known for sitting still and dishing up boring. This appetite for creating showy attention-grabbing news has produced a delightfully positive trend: a jaw-dropping spike in bars with a number of rooftop bars across the city is booming, with more than 30 new or renovated locations opening since 2020. What's all the fuss about? In D.C., the sheer exhilaration of being at a rooftop bar is fed by the city's height restrictions, capped at 130 feet since 1910. This unique feature for an American city has fostered the rooftop boom, since scenic views are available from nearly all of scores of great bars offering views of some of the world's most iconic landmarks, it can be paralyzing to know how to whittle your must-visit list. Here are five standout venues to experience this city's passion for elevated socializing: CUT Above Rosewood Washington on the banks of Georgetown's historic C&O Canal Towpath, this elegant rooftop features Wolfgang Puck's elevated culinary program along with an elevated view. It showcases an indulgent interpretation of his full-service restaurant CUT, located on Rosewood's ground refined bar bites while sipping artistic cocktails such as Georgetown Gem, with freshly juiced watermelon, and High Society, with fresh guava and lime. Enjoy enchanting views of the historic area with its spires, the winding Potomac River, Francis Scott Key Bridge and the Kennedy Center. ART DC Arlo Washington DCNear the National Building Museum, National Mall and Union Station, ART DC opened in late 2024. This is your go-to for Japanese and Pan-American themed food and drink — such as edamame hummus, miso salmon rolls and yakitori. Try the Shogun Old Fashioned or the signature Kitsune's Elixir with spiced rum, pear and sake. Note: They offer a "reverse happy hour" from 8:30 p.m. to close. Its convenient central location is mere blocks from two major Metro subway stations, and the view of the U.S. Capitol is bewitching. VUE Rooftop DC Hotel WashingtonThis see-and-be-seen rooftop bar and restaurant is so close to the White House you can peek into the grounds, sweeping the imagination into the dramatic happenings of America's most famous address. Shift in your seat for glimpses of the stately Washington Monument, just two long city blocks at VUE are humorously named with nods to D.C. politics such as Power to the Peaches and Scandal of Kernal Nature. The venue serves dinner with a dedicated children's menu and offers weekend brunch featuring Tres Leches French toast and steak and eggs. Moonraker Pendry Washington DC – The WharfDripping with refinement, this haven sits atop the Pendry hotel in the Wharf District, a lively live-work-play area on D.C.'s waterfront. Find yourself either indoors at the cozy dark wooden circular bar or on the open terrace. By day the space projects a casual lounge personality, whereas the evening scene is energized with boozy culinary focus is Japanese-inspired, with unique cocktails and a bountiful sake and Japanese whisky list. Views include the lively Wharf, Washington Channel, the Washington Monument and Jefferson Memorial. Top of the Gate The Watergate HotelAt this seasonal open-air rooftop oasis, you'll rise well above past crimes and misdemeanors to enjoy a 360-degree view over the city. Plane-spotters will love being on the Potomac River flight on Mediterranean-inspired fare like seafood towers and truffle fries paired with seasonal cocktails while reveling in sweeping views of the river, The Kennedy Center, Washington Monument, Theodore Roosevelt Island and the crisscross network of bridges connecting the district to Virginia.
Int'l Business Times
20-05-2025
- Health
- Int'l Business Times
From a Life-Changing Diagnosis to Changing the System with Pravan Health: David Melchor's Parkinson's Journey
The story of David Melchor is an inspirational one. From facing adversity to self-discovery, he has embraced continuous growth and found purpose. Combined with his innate entrepreneurial acumen, this journey led to the founding of Pravan Health, a concierge medical clinic harnessing the power of prevention and wellness to improve the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. Today, on a mission to pioneer new frontiers in holistic patient care through a blend of Western medicine and alternative healing, Melchor's philosophy is rooted in his journey with Parkinson's. From a single tremor in 2020 to a diagnosis two years later, this battle was as challenging as it was illuminating. "It was a real wake-up call," he recalls. "The transformation I'm going through is prolific, informing the pillars and values of Pravan Health." Looking at Melchor's life, there is a clear 'before' and 'after' distinction, one marked by a mindset shift from ego-driven to purpose. From a young age, he was a thriving entrepreneur, carving a path of his own. He even turned his favorite hobby—throwing unforgettable parties—into a successful business by the age of 25, overtaking the Caribbean as the owner of multiple nightclubs and venues. As his endeavor expanded to South and Central America, so did his entrepreneurial interests. For instance, by leveraging his connections within the entertainment industry, he was able to build a successful Pan-American technology business that caught the early wave of the 2000s ringtone trend. Undeniably, Melchor's lifestyle was carefree and enjoyable. But the signs of not taking care of his health have eventually started showing, and he knew change was needed. To find it, he traveled to Peru. "I had a successful career, many friends I could travel the world with, and a supportive girlfriend I truly loved," he says. "But there was something missing. I wasn't contributing to society in a way I was destined to." This soul-searching odyssey culminated in a life-changing experience: participating in multiple ayahuasca ceremonies alongside his girlfriend, now wife, during a week-long jungle retreat. It was Melchor's first exposure to psychedelics, and it was transformative. "It was completely different from any other experience. It wasn't about losing control but expanding consciousness and discovering something profound within you," he says. It's fair to say he was curious, ready to delve deeper into alternative healing. During his experience in Peru, he received a clear message that his lifestyle needed to change. Guided by this wisdom, he embarked on a voyage through the alternative medicine realm. There, he found solace and a renewed sense of purpose, with conventional medicine and new medical technologies, enriched with the power of psychedelics. Equipped with this knowledge, he set out to elevate healthcare. What further fueled his mission were the gaps and challenges he witnessed through his wife's lens. In 2004, after meeting his wife, he moved part-time to New York, where she was studying medicine. Every day, he would hear about the system's broken parts, and that's when their combined vision was born: a fusion of his entrepreneurial aptitude and her firsthand healthcare understanding, leaving an eternal impact on the industry. "My wife is not just my partner—she's the reason I stepped into the health and wellness space in the first place," he shares. "She's an extraordinary physician, deeply committed to healing and transforming lives. Watching her work, her empathy, and her precision made me realize the power of medicine not just as science, but as a calling." After extensive research and raising capital, the couple opened Pravan Health's first office in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 2017. Its high-end, concierge membership model quickly took off. Moreover, its preventative care with a focus on wellness attracted patients not only from the island but also from the US and beyond. As the clinic grew, from Melchor and his wife to hundreds of members and practitioners, the pillars Pravan was built on, the spiritual, mental, and physical, became more pronounced. David Melchor and Pravan Team It was a few years later that his life took yet another unexpected turn. A tremor that eventually evolved into an official Parkinson's diagnosis during the COVID-19 pandemic. The symptoms started with a lack of coordination and slower movement, which quickly alarmed Melchor's wife, who studied medicine. Hearing the diagnosis from the doctor's mouth was scary, completely changing his mindset. "Although the experience in Peru set me on a profound journey of change, there was still more work to be done," he reminisces. "The diagnosis was the ultimate message that set me on the next chapter of the Pravan mission. I focused on getting better, no matter what it took." He learned how to live with the incurable disease. "It wasn't just about healing," he shares. "It was about figuring out how to manage this new reality, one I would be living in forever." What truly helped Melchor find happiness again was the powerful blend of friends and family's support, combined with a fusion of resources. Driven by this philosophy, Pravan expanded from one clinic, building an ecosystem rooted in holistic wellness and community support. Melchor and his wife have since co-founded Pravan Foundation, an organization on a mission to transform Puerto Rico's mental health landscape, and will soon be opening Pravan Longevity Center. The center will offer all modalities that helped Melchor heal under one roof, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, infrared sauna, peptides therapy, stem cell therapy, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and Eastern modalities like acupuncture, yoga, and sound healing, to name a few. This solution will make all-encompassing care convenient for all, marking yet another step in Melchor's grander vision for the future of healthcare: a place where healing happens from the inside out. When most people hear the word "Parkinson's," they think of limitations. For David Melchor, it ignited transformation. Especially in an era when human disconnect seems like an epidemic, individuals like him, people ready to channel adversity into a catalyst for positive change, stand as a beacon of hope for generations to come. "There's still a long way to go, but I've never felt more energized to do what's right," he reflects. "As an entrepreneur, I've always been able to identify trends and drive businesses forward. But before, I was driven by ego. Now, I'm driven by purpose—and that's how personal growth stories turn into legacies."
Business Standard
16-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Lohia Aerospace Systems (LAS) to Showcase Advanced Composite Capabilities at Paris Air Show 2025
NewsVoir Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh)/ New Delhi [India], May 16: Lohia Aerospace Systems (LAS), a premier Indian manufacturer of advanced composite structures, is set to make a significant impact at the 55th International Paris Air Show, taking place from June 16-22, 2025, at Le Bourget, Paris. As the sole Indian composites manufacturer exhibiting at this prestigious event, LAS aims to forge deeper partnerships and expand its footprint across the global aerospace supply chain. In a move to bolster its international presence, LAS is building up teams in Europe and America. The company aims to strengthen relationships with Pan-American customers and position itself at the heart of technological innovation and aerospace advancement. LAS seeks to deepen engagement with OEMs, research institutions, and innovation hubs that are shaping the future of aerospace. LAS has secured a significant contract for the production of advanced composite assemblies for a new generation of complex UAV platforms. This contract further strengthens LAS's position as India's leading exporter of built-to-print composite UAV structures, supplying to major aerospace OEMs worldwide. Previously focusing primarily on manufacturing, LAS now supports customers with full assembly capabilities, delivering precision-engineered, turnkey solutions. At the helm of LAS is a Anurag Lohia, whose vision and commitment are driving LAS's bold new course in global aviation. Lohia Aerospace Systems (LAS) is a leading Indian manufacturer specializing in advanced composite structures for the aerospace and defense sectors. With built-to-print expertise, high-volume capacity, and strategic global positioning, LAS is fast becoming the preferred supplier for complex composite assemblies. The company's commitment to innovation and excellence positions it as a turnkey partner in global defense supply chains.
India.com
25-04-2025
- Automotive
- India.com
World's longest road is over 100 years old, passes through 14 countries, has no U-turn; Not located in India, China, Middle East, Europe, it connects…
Representational Image/ AI-generated Pan-American Highway: India has some of longest highways in the world that connect distant parts of the country, with National Highway 44 (NH 44) being the longest, with a total length of 4,112 kilometers. But did you know that the world's longest road is a staggering 30,000 kilometers (about 19,000 miles) in length, and it would take around 2 months to travel from one end to the other even if you cover 500 kilometers per day. World's longest road The Pan-American Highway, which connects North America to the southernmost tip of South America, is recognized as the longest road in the world, traversing through 14 countries, including Canada, the United States, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, and Argentina. The lengthy highway starts from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, in the northernmost part of North America, ends in Ushuaia, Argentina, the southern tip of South America. Interestingly, the no road in the US or Canada is designated as part of the Pan-American Highway, which officially begins at the US-Mexico border in Nuevo Laredo. Pan-American Highway has no U-turn Notably, the Pan-American highway is considered a straight road, and does not have a single U-turn or any sharp turns from beginning to end. According to various estimates, the road is approximately 30,600 kilometers (19,000 miles) in length, making it the longest highway on the planet. It would roughly take more than 60 days to travel from end of the Pan-American Highway to the other, even if one manages to cover 500 kilometers daily. Pan-American Highway traverses these countries The Pan-American Highway traverses through 14 countries of the Americas — Canada, United States, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, and Argentina– passing through various histories and cultures, making the journey more eventful than the destination itself. All 14 nations share the responsibility of the maintenance of the Pan-American Highway. When was the Pan-American Highway built? The Pan-American Highway was built in the 1920s, with aim to promote tourism across various nations in the Americas. An agreement was signed by the 14 countries, including the US, Canada, and Mexico, in 1937 for developing and maintenance of the crucial highway. The highway was completely opened for traffic in 1960.
