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Always a tomboy even before he even knew the word transgender. (Photo: AP)

Theo's journey: Transgender teen is still finding himself

Always a tomboy even before he even knew the word transgender.

18 Nov 2017 1:43 PM IST

Researchers from the University of Minnesota in the US suggest that as the mean global temperature increases. (Photo: Pixabay)

Plants emit 30 per cent more carbon than thought: study

Such increases may lower the future ability of global vegetation to offset carbon dioxide emissions caused by burning of...

18 Nov 2017 1:38 PM IST

Study revealed that Sperm counts in men from America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand have dropped by more than 50 percent in less than 40 years (Photo: Pixabay)

Fertilization is not random, say scientists

Study is in sharp contrast to scientists portraying sperm as active fighters battling their way towards a passive egg.

18 Nov 2017 1:33 PM IST

A walk in nature increased positive interactions, helping the mothers and daughters get along better. (Photo: Pixabay)

Short walk in parks may help mothers, daughters bond: study

It was unique that for the daughters walking with moms improved their attention.

18 Nov 2017 1:28 PM IST

The study further elaborates that many of them are turning to drink and drugs in order to cope and in the long run have a lower level of overall happiness. (Photo: Pixabay)

Depression in women often caused by sexual harassment in office

Study finds women are suffering anxiety, depression, eating disorders and PTSD after being victimized at their work...

18 Nov 2017 11:15 AM IST

Study finds dog ownership was especially prominent as a protective factor in persons living alone. (Photo: Pixabay)

Keeping a pet dog reduces risk of early death

Older people who live alone are 33 percent less likely to die over the next 12 years if they have a dog, according to a...

18 Nov 2017 10:04 AM IST

Tooth decay occurs when foods containing carbohydrates (sugars and starches), such as breads, cereals, milk, soda, fruits, cakes, or candy are left on the teeth (Photo: Pixabay)

A Chinese herb may help fight tooth decay, says study

Galla Chinensis revealed to inhibit acid production of caries-associated bacteria as well as make teeth more resistant...

18 Nov 2017 8:30 AM IST

Chikungunya, dengue and Zika viruses are transmitted to humans by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which live in tropical, subtropical, and in some temperate climates. (Photo: Pixabay)

Now Zika virus can be fought using anti-malaria drug

Medication, called chloroquine, has a long history of safe use during pregnancy, and is relatively inexpensive.

18 Nov 2017 8:18 AM IST

Planet Nine does exist, and may be 10 times the mass of the Earth and 20 times away from the Sun than Neptune, NASA scientists say

Study finds climate change going from bad to worse

According to experts Earth's average surface temperature last year was a record 1.1 degree Celsius above preindustrial...

18 Nov 2017 7:55 AM IST

Floh members at a sailing event

Find a date in real-time

In times of dating apps, more and more singles are opting for traditional platforms to meet people who share similar...

18 Nov 2017 1:07 AM IST

The 6-year-olds constant interest in space led him to participate in many quiz competitions and other events held in Hyderabad.

Ashton the explorer

Ashton wants to discover a planet and name it after himself.

18 Nov 2017 12:19 AM IST

Ivanka the show-stopper

Businessmen from all over India are doing everything in their power to secure an invite, be seen and get a selfie with...

18 Nov 2017 12:16 AM IST