Drink more plain water to stay slim
New York, March 2 (IANS) If you are aiming to shed a few extra kilos, just drinking a little more plain water can make a huge difference. Researchers have found one percent increase in plain…
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Riskier jobs linked to heart diseases
New York, March 2 (IANS) A new research has found wide variation in the cardiovascular risk depending on job profiles. If you are 45 or older and in sales or office-support job, you may be…
Attachment to God may lead to increased job satisfaction
New York, March 2 (IANS) People who feel attached to God are more likely to be emotionally committed to their workplace and satisfied with their jobs, says a new study. Attachment to God may have…
Miss Colombia to play Vin Diesel’s love interest in ‘xXx’ sequel
Los Angeles, March 2 (IANS) Miss Columbia Ariadna Gutiérrez, the first runner-up in the Miss Universe contest last year, has been cast as Vin DieselÂ’s love interest in “xXx: The Return of Xander Cage”. Gutierrez,…
Depression affects the whole body
London, March 2 (IANS) Researchers have proved that depression is more than a mental disorder as it causes important alterations affecting the whole body. Scientists from University of Granada (UGR) in Spain said depression should…
Participating in social activities may help you sleep better
New York, March 2 (IANS) Older adults who have trouble sleeping, could benefit from participating in social activities, in particular attending religious events, suggests a new study. The findings suggest that as sleep is one…
Facebook pushes live video feature high on your News Feed
New York, March 2 (IANS) As more and more people are watching “Facebook Live Videos”, the social networking giant has pushed its live video feature to top of its News Feed. The company is considering…
Factors that put mentally ill at risk of violent behaviour
New York, March 2 (IANS) Researchers have identified three risk factors that make adults with mental illness more likely to engage in violent behaviour. These risk factors, according to the study, are if an individual…
Study finds first gene for greying hair
London, March 2 (IANS) In a first, an international team of researchers has identified a gene for greying hair, confirming greying has a genetic component and is not just environmental. The study, published in the…
Rachel McAdams’s Oscar dress yet to hit runway
Los Angeles, March 2 (IANS) Actress Rachel McAdams wore an exclusive August Getty dress to the Oscars which has not yet graced the runway. The 37-year-old actress walked the red carpet at the 88th Annual…
Do not blindly follow mobile health applications, warn doctors
New Delhi, March 1 (IANS) In view of an increase in usage of mobile-based health applications, Indian doctors have urged people to not blindly rely on such technologies for health updates as they may give…
Oscars red carpet look decoded
New Delhi, March 1 (IANS) Oscars ceremony isnÂ’t only about film and stars. It is also about fashion and beauty trends. Here’s how you can get the Oscar red carpet look in no time and…
Millennials may not be too lazy to eat cereal!
New York, March 1 (IANS) Countering a recent report that said millennials have cut down cereal consumption as it requires doing the dishes after eating, a new article in Live Science suggests that the youth…
Multi-city food festival opens in India from March 11
New Delhi, March 1 (IANS) Foodies in the country have a new reason to cheer for! Drawing inspiration from the culinary trend in India, a 10-day multi-city food extravaganza called ‘Beyond Flavours Dining Festival’ will…
Sonakshi Sinha to participate in Guinness World Records attempt
Mumbai: Actress Sonakshi Sinha during the Zee Cine Awards 2016 in Mumbai on Feb 20, 2016. (Photo: IANS) Mumbai, March 1 (IANS) This WomenÂ’s Day, Sonakshi Sinha will be joining the women brigade here in…
Wanted it to be very classic: Priyanka on Oscar gown
Los Angeles, March 1 (IANS) Actress Priyanka Chopra, who chose a Lebanese designer’s pristine white ensemble for her Academy Awards appearance, says she wanted to turn up at the gala in a pretty, feminine and…
Catholic priest opens yoga centre in Agra
Agra, March 1 (IANS) A Catholic priest on Monday opened a yoga and nature cure centre in the city’s Dayalbagh area to “benefit the suffering humanity”. Father John Ferriera – who said he had treated…
Namrata Joshipura to present New York-inspired line at AIFW
New Delhi, March 1 (IANS) Fashion designer Namrata Joshipura will showcase creations inspired by the creativity and vibrancy of New York City — a mash-up of fascinating street style juxtaposed with the most innovative ideas…
Fitbit helps monitor physical activity of cardiac patients
Sydney, March 1 (IANS) Fitbit — one of the most popular physical activity-monitoring device — is a valid and reliable way of monitoring physical actions of cardiac patients, finds a study. The research showed that…
Childhood poverty, parental abuse cause diseases
New York, March 1 (IANS) Poverty or parental abuse can lead to cancer and heart diseases in later life, according to a study. American researchers have found that growing up in poverty or being abused…