Washington, April 23 : A scholar at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has analyzed that if it were not for the Holocaust, the number of Jews in the world would likely today be at least 26 million, and perhaps even as much as 32 million.

The analysis has been done by Professor Sergio DellaPergola, a world-renowned figure in Jewish demography.

"The Holocaust struck a deep blow to the demographic, cultural and social fabric of the Jewish people in many ways and with long-range consequences," said DellaPergola.

In 1939 there were 16 and a half million Jews in the world, and in 1945, the number was estimated at 11 million.

Sony made significant claims and announcements at the ongoing NABShow (April 17- April 23) at Las Vegas, Nevada. Sounding impressive at the NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) convention, Sony claimed that its high-definition technologies continue to be the first choice of broadcasters, news organisations, TV producers, and reality TV programmes.

Washington, April 23  A newly discovered fossilized skeleton of a carnivorous animal, has helped scientists pinpoint the origin of flippers — limb adaptations for swimming in water, in seals, sea lions, and the walrus.

Researchers from the United States and Canada found the fossilized skeleton of a newly discovered carnivorous animal, Puijila darwini.

The animal is described as having a long tail, and fore-limbs comparatively proportionate to modern carnivorous land animals as opposed to pinnipeds. It is the first mammalian carnivore found at the site.

Washington, Apr 23 : If you suspect that the most beautiful girl in your class gets better grades just because of her good looks, well, then you''re absolutely right, suggest researchers.

Researchers from the University of Miami Health Economics Research Group, have said that non-cognitive traits play an important role in the assignment of grades in high school.

The study showed that physical attractiveness, personality, and grooming are good predictors of grades in high school and may indicate future success in college and labour markets.

Washington, Apr 23 : American socialite Kim Kardashian has earned herself the nickname Zorro after she got a sunglasses tan.

The Kardashian clan was celebrating Kourtney''s birthday at Joe Francis’ Puerto Vallarta home when Kim dozed off in the sun on April 16 and got burned.

“Poor little Kimmie laid out too long and got a major sunglasses tan! It was SO funny though!” Us magazine quoted her sister Khloe as blogging.

“We called her Zorro the rest of the trip hahahaha,” she added.

Washington, Apr 23 : U. S. literary agents have filed a lawsuit against Prince over allegations that the singer cut them out of a publishing deal they negotiated for him.

According to reports, the singer had agreed to be represented by the unnamed agency to secure distribution for a book documenting his 21-date residency at London''s O2 Arena in 2007.

The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court on April 21, said that Prince chose the company as his "exclusive agent with respect to the negotiations of a publishing deal" for the tome, reports Contactmusic.