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The research paves the way for drugs that may successfully treat Alzheimers disease in humans. (Photo: Pixabay)

Alzheimer's disease reversed in mice

Loss of BACE1 also improved the learning and memory of mice with Alzheimer's disease.

15 Feb 2018 6:33 PM IST

After being born 11 weeks premature, Johanna suffered lung haemorrhage and a stroke when she was just three days old (Photo: Facebook)

Woman with cerebral palsy becomes first person in a wheelchair to...

Diagnosed for cerebral palsy at the age of one, she had to use a wheelchair all her life.

15 Feb 2018 5:13 PM IST

Plate waste at home was 3.5 per cent higher when diners went for second or third serving. (Photo: Pixabay)

Eating at home may reduce food wastage: study

Plate waste at home was 3.5 per cent higher when diners went for second or third serving.

15 Feb 2018 5:10 PM IST

One can journey on to the Grote Markt square where one can find the spectacular Antwerp Town Hall and the impressive Brabo Fountain.

Find out what to do when on a trip to Antwerp

From Meir to Rubenshuis to dance, opera and music, here's how you can spend your time in the Flemish city.

15 Feb 2018 5:06 PM IST

Chronic or prolonged stress weakens the synapses which ultimately impacts memory. (Photo: Pixabay)

Running may help deal with stress: study

Exercise is a viable method to protect learning and memory mechanisms from the negative cognitive impacts of chronic...

15 Feb 2018 5:02 PM IST

With a contemporary take on traditional Cantonese cuisine, Royal China has prepared a range of exclusive dishes to satiate Chinese food cravings.

Chef Choong Chew Loon shares exotic recipes to celebrate Chinese New...

Royal China's milieu coupled with refreshing take on modern Cantonese cooking is perfect for people who love...

15 Feb 2018 4:19 PM IST

We underestimate dogs because of our tendency to view pets as though they were children. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out what interiors are best for both you and your pet

It important to create a pet-friendly home, while at the same time, ensuring that one isn't sacrificing on one style and...

15 Feb 2018 2:56 PM IST

After his death, the mother, having a desire to get back her son, contacted the semen bank in Germany where Prathamesh Patils semen was cryo-preserved (Photo: AFP)

Woman in Pune becomes grandmother from dead son's preserved semen

The embryos were transferred into the womb of a surrogate mother, who gave birth to the twins - a boy and a girl - on...

15 Feb 2018 2:39 PM IST

Study is based on the hypothesis that jogging stimulates the brain and preserves memories (Photo: Pixabay)

Mumbai: Organization for Rare Diseases India announces new edition of...

Event to raise awareness for 7,000 documented rare diseases is planned towards highlighting and addressing needs of...

15 Feb 2018 2:02 PM IST

The study suggests that the lower the fitness level, the faster the deterioration of vital nerve fibres in the brain. (Photo: Pixabay)

Exercise may lower Alzheimer's risk

The study adds to a growing body of evidence pointing to the benefits of exercising regularly.

15 Feb 2018 2:01 PM IST

Barack and Michelle Obama indulged in some romantic public display of affection on Twitter while Melanie and Trumps timeline remained cold. (Photo: AP)

Valentine's Day go sweet for Obamas, Melanie snubs Trump

Day dedicated to love went starkly different for USA's two most powerful couples.

15 Feb 2018 1:42 PM IST

High blood pressure or hypertension is a major cardiovascular disease risk factor. (Photo: Pixabay)

Eating yogurt may reduce heart disease risk: study

Higher yogurt intake in women was associated with a 16 per cent lower risk of undergoing revascularisation.

15 Feb 2018 1:35 PM IST