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Sharp founded the Albert Einstein Institution to advance the study and use of strategic nonviolent action as an alternative to violent conflict (Photo: AFP)

Gene Sharp, lifelong advocate for nonviolent struggle, dies at 90

Sharp devoted his life to studying nonviolent struggle, deeply researching and documenting its use in human history.

31 Jan 2018 10:43 AM IST

Numerous studies have explored the relationship between religious convictions and IQ. (Photo: Pixabay)

Atheists show more intelligence than religious people, says study

It's predicted people with no faith will make up only 13 per cent of global population by 2050.

31 Jan 2018 10:02 AM IST

Other forms of contraceptive shots do not show the same correlation with HIV infection. (Photo: Pixabay)

USFDA grants approval for Cipla's HIV drug

Cipla in a BSE filing said it has received final approval from USFDA for tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets.

31 Jan 2018 8:49 AM IST

Closer the relationship, the more alike the neural patterns in parts of the brain governing emotional response, high-level reasoning, and the capacity to focus ones attention. (Photo: Pixabay)

Best friends' brains show similar neural activity patterns

Study shows close friends have comparable neural responses to life experiences.

31 Jan 2018 8:36 AM IST

The study is published online in Obesity Reviews. (Photo: Pixabay)

Weight-loss surgery tied to increased risk of suicide, says study

Study reinforces need for pre-surgery mental health assessments of bariatric patients.

31 Jan 2018 8:22 AM IST

Studies should examine parallel biological pathways linking depression to cancer survival. (Photo: Pixabay)

Global cancer survival rates improved, says study

Studies however, show that there are huge disparities between countries when it comes to survival prospects.

31 Jan 2018 8:07 AM IST

Turbulence in the city forces non-Muslims to leave their homes and migrate to other cities. This aspect has been shown in a very emotional way. It is heart wrenching to see Prithvi moving out of his home.

Heart-wrenching portrayal of displacement issues

The play depicts Kashmiri pandit families located in a place called Nandigram. The households manage their daily...

31 Jan 2018 1:12 AM IST

Soft furnishings with a vibrant colour tone.

Now, for a shadey wall

Here are a few quick tips to add a vibrant dash of colour to your home...

31 Jan 2018 12:12 AM IST

Hector Guimards design is evident in the 10 Paris metro stations that reflect the Art Nouveau movement. This Christian Dior styled photo backdrop has elements of his designs.

Thou art so inspiring

At the turn of the 20th Century, walk through history to explore the movements that enriched our spaces.

31 Jan 2018 12:12 AM IST

Competition at the CCI Open

Yasin Merchant along with Sonic Multani will spearhead the veterans challenge against the rest of the fray.

31 Jan 2018 12:11 AM IST

Vijeesh interacts with students. (Photo Jayan Bose)

Lessons in conservation

Vijeesh Ethayi has been on a mission to expand the green cover on his land.

31 Jan 2018 12:11 AM IST

Scientists have spent years trying to work out what makes a relationship tick, and what make them work. (Photo: Pixabay)

There is no Mr perfect

A perplexed Rahul slumped on to the settee with a groan, letting the newspaper slide on to the ground.

31 Jan 2018 12:10 AM IST