Science & Health

Mystery Resolved: Scientists discover why this woman can't feel pain, heals or recover faster

In a startling revelation, a team of scientists has uncovered the unique molecular make-up of a woman who can't feel pain, heals more rapidly and experiences reduced anxiety and fear.

May 24, 2023

Looking at pictures of food repeatedly may help eat less

While images of food are known to influence binge eating, it can also trick the brain into feeling full, if we see pictures of the same product repeatedly, according to a study.

May 23, 2023

New AI voice coach ' Lumen' may help treat depression, anxiety

Artificial intelligence (AI) could be a useful tool in mental health treatment, according to a new study.

May 20, 2023

African Grey Parrots seized from Tarzan Circus in Bengal

In a late night raid on Friday, the police recovered three African Grey Parrots from the possession of the authorities of Tarzan Circus in West Bengal's Birbhum district.

May 20, 2023

Health Byte: 10 tests for mother's to consider for optimal health

Mothers are always on their toes to take care of their children, family, and friends. However, when it comes to taking care of their own health, they tend to lag behind.

May 19, 2023

Artemis I Update: Countdown is Underway for Wet Dress Rehearsal

Space: NASA to start training Artemis II crew for Moon mission in June

Even as NASA prepares to establish a long-term presence at the Moon for science and exploration after a span of 50 years, the agency is looking to start training the astronauts who will fly on Artemis II flight in June.

May 19, 2023

Remember Sarus crane following Arif on bike in Amethi? It's now ready for life in the wild

Last year, a video of Sarus crane following its rescuer Arif on bike in Amethi had hit headlines. Now the Kanpur zoo authorities said they trained it to return to wild life after training and reviving its natural habits from what Arif fed it over the period.

May 19, 2023

Webb telescope finds water, new mystery in rare comet.

Space: NIRSpec finds water, new mystery in rare comet '238P/Read'

In a breakthrough, the powerful James Webb Space Telescope has found the presence of water around a comet in the main asteroid belt for the first time.

May 16, 2023

Low vitamin D levels can increase long Covid risk: Study

Low levels of vitamin D have now been linked to increase the long Covid risk, researchers report.

May 13, 2023

Royal Bengal tiger dies at Kaziranga National Park

A Royal Bengal tiger has died in Assam's Kaziranga National Park, officials said on Friday.

May 12, 2023

New radiation therapy gives hope to head & neck cancer patients

The treatment for head and neck cancers have transformed tremendously over the years and latest advancements in radiation therapy can help treat the condition, said experts here raising awareness on the treatment.

May 11, 2023

Webb telescope captures alien asteroid belt outside our solar system

Webb telescope captures alien "Fomalhaut" outside our solar system

Astronomers used the powerful James Webb Space Telescope to study Fomalhaut -- the first asteroid belt ever seen outside of our solar system in infrared light.

May 10, 2023

Space: Scientists say advanced aliens may soon detect life on Earth

Aliens on nearby stars could detect Earth through radio signals leaked from the planet, a new research has said.

May 6, 2023

Health Byte: Protecting mental health while pregnant

Pregnancy is a life-changing experience for women, as they prepare to bring a new life into the world. It is a time of great joy and anticipation, but it can also be a time of stress and anxiety

May 6, 2023

4 of Uranus' large moons may hold water: NASA

NASA scientists have found that four of Uranus' largest moons likely contain an ocean layer between their cores and icy crusts, which suggests that these hold oceans that could be dozens of miles deep.

May 6, 2023