Science & Health

Drinking can lead to breast cancer; here are some common factors that increase cancer risk

'Drinking alcohol increases the risk of some of the most common forms of cancer,' says a recent study

Sep 8, 2017

NASA's SDO captures biggest solar flare of the decade: 7 things to know

This is the biggest flare recorded in past 12 years since September 2005, when a huge an X17 flare was emitted by the Sun.

Sep 8, 2017

UK PM Theresa May defends response to Hurricane Irma

The UK has come in for criticism from some over the response to the damage caused by Irma. Former U.K. EU representative for Anguilla Dorothea Hodge told The Guardian the speed of response has been absolutely disgraceful. However May has defended her government, saying we have taken action. We moved swiftly.

Sep 8, 2017

NASA's Curiosity Rover discovers boron on Mars: All you need to know

The boron discovered on the Red Planet was found in calcium sulfate mineral veins in the Martian groundwater.

Sep 7, 2017

Aerial footage shows scale of Irma devastation to Sint Maarten

The Caribbean island has lost 8 lives to the hurricane as of 7 September, and the whole island is without power.

Sep 7, 2017

New pen device accurately identifies cancer in 10 seconds

Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin (UTA) have invented a ground-breaking pen device which quickly and accurately identifies cancerous tissue during surgery. The tool can provide results in around 10 seconds, more than 150 faster than current technology.

Sep 7, 2017

India's first hyperloop to connect twin Amaravati and Vijayawada [VIDEO]

The public private partnership (PPP) project will cost between Rs 1,300-1,600 crore ($200-250 million) and is expected to create over 2,500 jobs.

Sep 7, 2017

Is there an alien megastructure really there around Tabby's star? All you need to know

The mysterious Tabby's star is present in the constellation Cygnus located at a distance of around 1,280 light-years away from Earth.

Sep 7, 2017

5 things to do if a condom gets stuck inside you

Here's what you need to do if you land up in this embarrassing situation.

Sep 6, 2017

Can Zika virus cure brain cancer? Scientists come up with breakthrough research

The WHO had declared Zika virus to be a public health emergency of international concern in 2016.

Sep 6, 2017

NASA's SDO captures stunning image of mid-level solar flare: 5 things to know

NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) was launched in 2010 to observe the Sun.

Sep 6, 2017

Is using mobile phones harmful during pregnancy? Here's why you should stop freaking out

The research was based on results from 45,000 mothers and kids.

Sep 5, 2017

Pregnant Kate Middleton suffering from rare condition; top 5 things about hyperemesis gravidarum

The revelation about the arrival of Kate Middleton's third Royal Baby with Prince William was made on September 4.

Sep 5, 2017

Second massive black hole discovered in Milky Way Galaxy; 5 things to know

This significant finding is identified as intermediate-mass black hole (IMBH). It is the second largest black hole found in the Milky Way after Sagittarius A*.

Sep 5, 2017

Are you making these common period mistakes? It can take a toll on your health

Women suffering from painful cramps often head to the pharmacy for over-the-counter medicines rather than taking help from experts. This should be strictly avoided.

Sep 5, 2017