Science & Health

Eating salads for losing weight? Here are 5 things you shouldn't put into it

Do you add crispy chicken, fried tofu or coconut shrimp to your salad? It's a big no-no.

Nov 19, 2017

Taste test reveals special diet that can help reduce salt intake

Researchers did a 'taste test' of 606 adults using solutions containing salt or capsaicin—a component that gives peppers the heat

Nov 19, 2017

Is human head transplantation possible? Italian surgeon claims he's achieved it

The medical community, however, strongly criticised the neurosurgeon and accused his work as morally wrong.

Nov 18, 2017

Cochin is the world's first 100% solar-powered airport [VIDEO]

The 12MW solar plant comprises 46,150 solar panels spread across 45 acres of land, equivalent to 25 football fields, in the cargo complex of the airport.

Nov 18, 2017

Mumbai, Mangalore are at higher risk of flooding due to glacial melting, NASA's forecast tool predicts

Over the next 100 years, the sea levels in Mangalore will be pushed up by 15.98 cm, in Mumbai it will be by 15.26 cm and in Kakinada it will be 15.16 cm.

Nov 18, 2017

Scientist edits his DNA to make himself a 'superhuman', live-streams video

Josiah Zayner said: "This is the first time in history that we are no longer slaves to our genetics."

Nov 18, 2017

STUNNING! Meteor fireball lights up Finnish Lapland at night [VIDEO]

The blaze of the meteorite was so intense that it was also witnessed in Russia's Kola Peninsula as well as in northern Norway.

Nov 18, 2017

Doomsday on Sunday? Astronomer dismisses conspiracy theory about Nibiru triggering apocalyptic earthquake

Dr David Morrison, an astronomer at NASA Ames Research Centre, said that if a planet like Nibiru enters the solar system then it would "eject moon and that is not the case."

Nov 18, 2017

Owning a dog reduces the risk of premature death, new research reveals

It was found that older people who live alone are 33 percent less likely to die over the next 12 years if they have a dog.

Nov 18, 2017

Can precum lead to pregnancy?

Here are some popular questions about precum that you should know. Read to know more..

Nov 17, 2017

Can intense orgasm turn you blind? Here's all you need to know

A 29-year-old man hailing from Southampton, England had to consult doctor in the morning after realising that the sight of his left eye was impaired.

Nov 17, 2017

Greenpeace launch anti-Coca-Cola ad to highlight plastic pollution

As Coca Cola launch their new Holidays are coming Christmas TV advertisement, some of the brands fans have been viewing a version thats a little more realistic. In an attempt to take advantage of Cokes huge PR push at this time of year, Greenpeace produced their own Coke Christmas ad highlighting an unfortunate side effect of bottled fizzy drinks.

Nov 17, 2017

PMS used as an excuse for taking a break? A female psychologist claims so!

The psychologist says: "Growing up, when we become women, we are told in books, on the internet and in magazines that PMS is out there. We internalise this idea that our bodies must be faulty."

Nov 17, 2017

What is Black Death? Here is all you need to know about the deadly plague

At least ten African nations have been put on high alert over fears regarding the spread of the plague.

Nov 17, 2017

Controversial Australian study claims it's fine for breastfeeding women to have a drink

Is it okay to drink for nursing mothers? This Australian research says yes.

Nov 17, 2017