Science & Health

World Tuberculosis Day 2017, TB, youth, Mumbai, India,

World Tuberculosis Day 2017: Rise in number of TB cases among youngsters in Mumbai

The surveys have noted a rise in TB cases between the age group of 16 to 30.

Mar 23, 2017

Yellow fever is decimating Brazils monkeys

Yellow fever is decimating Brazils monkeys

Yellow fever, a virus carried by mosquitoes and endemic to Africa and South America, has killed thousands of brown howler monkeys since late 2016 in Brazil. Scientists are now ready to census the monkeys that remain at a reserve near the city of Caratinga to see how they can be better protected.

Mar 23, 2017

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NASA reveals new data about giant Martian volcano Arsia Mons, and it's staggering!

Arsia Mons is a part of the Martian volcanic trio called Tharsis Montes, which comprises Ascraeus Mons, Pavonis Mons and Arsia Mons

Mar 23, 2017

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Maharashtra doctor strike: Medical Teachers' Association threatens mass resignation if demands are not fulfilled within 48 hours

The doctors have demanded better security at hospitals and a pass system which would allow only two relatives to remain with a patient.

Mar 23, 2017

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Babies in Australia can now chill better in the first baby spa opened by two Indians [VIDEOS]

The massage and water immersion sessions really calm the little ones down and aid in developing them physically and mentally.

Mar 22, 2017

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Contraceptive pills protect women from cancers for over 3 decades!

Women are usually more prone to cancers when they are in their 50s and above.

Mar 22, 2017

Pregnancy

Do DHA supplements, consumed by pregnant women, really raise their baby's IQ?

The DHA supplement is said to aid in boosting the brain and eyesight of the baby, but this seven-year-long research rubbishes the claim.

Mar 22, 2017

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UFOs spotted: Two mysterious craft have been spotted passing by the ISS, again! [VIDEOS]

Here's another instance of two mysterious UFOs passing by the ISS, here's the alleged footage!

Mar 22, 2017

Global water crisis in numbers

Global water crisis in numbers

783 million people do not have access to clean and safe water worldwide but what else do we know about one of the worlds biggest crisis?

Mar 21, 2017

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Here's the real reason sex can make your marriage stronger...it's all in the glow!

The glow is caused by the "cuddle hormone" -- oxytocin -- which is stimulated while having sex.

Mar 21, 2017

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World Down Syndrome Day 2017: All you need to know about the genetic disorder [VIDEO]

Down Syndrome is not commonly inherited and parents of an affected individual may be genetically normal.

Mar 21, 2017

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NASA's Cassini gets up close and personal with Saturn's 'UFO-shaped' Pan moon

Pan is Saturn's second-innermost moon, present in the Encke Gap region of Saturn's A-ring. It possesses an average diameter of 17 miles (28 kilometers).

Mar 21, 2017

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Drinking tea on a daily basis can keep dementia at bay

The research revealed that tea consumption everyday cuts the risk of cognitive impairment in elderly people by 50 percent.

Mar 20, 2017

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Great American Eclipse 2017: Best places and timings to see the eclipse

The "total solar eclipse" is also referred to as "Great American Eclipse" as it can be seen only in the US.

Mar 20, 2017

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This woman carried a giant tumor, with its own pulse, on her back for 4 decades!

The tumour, also referred to as lipoma, is made up of fatty tissue.

Mar 20, 2017

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