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It is a common sight today to see small children glued to a video game (Photo: AFP)

Gaming causes early diabetes risk in children

One of the most significant concerns around this rising diabetes epidemic is the rise in incidence of this condition in...

20 Nov 2016 10:49 AM IST

Cats are wild and have territories and thats why it is nearly impossible to keep a cat indoors. (Representational image)

Why are cats wilder than dogs?

There are around 340 recognised dog breeds in the world while the recognised breeds of cats stand at just 73.

20 Nov 2016 12:15 AM IST

Priya started a campaign against it and thousands joined her.

Bow wows and woes

When Priya Chetty-Rajagopal took home a cocker spaniel, it was life-changing. The dog's demise made her start an Award...

20 Nov 2016 12:15 AM IST

Around South-East Asia in 120 Days

Biker Rohith Subramaniam, who traversed India on a solo ride, recently undertook a 120 day-long journey covering...

20 Nov 2016 12:14 AM IST

Oh, that sexy blouse!

From noodle straps, crop tops, and capes over lehengas the sari blouse has become designers' favourite accessory.

20 Nov 2016 12:11 AM IST

The incentive of these tours is to attract more Indian tourists, because plenty of foreigners know about Dharavi and come to study the area.(Photo: Shripad Naik)

More than just slumbai

A tour around Dharavi shows Mumbaikars and tourists a side that is often overlooked the cottage industries.

20 Nov 2016 12:10 AM IST

A cycle of change

These Mumbaikars are opting for the humble two-wheeler for a hassle-free commute.

20 Nov 2016 12:07 AM IST

Children living in closer proximity to a major road had higher levels of some cytokines that regulate immune responses and inflammation known to have a role in asthma. (Photo: AP)

Vehicular pollution escalates asthma risk in children: study

The exposure is associated with increased plasma levels of interleukin 31 (IL-31), a cytokine that promotes allergic...

19 Nov 2016 8:17 PM IST

Uncertain threat is unpredictable in its timing, intensity, frequency or duration and elicits a generalised feeling of apprehension and hypervigilance. (Photo: Pixabay)

Fear of unknown common to many anxiety disorders: study

When a person is sensitive to uncertain threat, they can spend the entire day anxious and concerned that something bad...

19 Nov 2016 7:10 PM IST

Officers say the woman first wanted $50 and some nachos in exchange for sex and later upped her price to $60. (Photo: Pixabay)

Woman accused of trying to sell sex for $60 and some nachos

An officer had texted the woman after seeing an online advertisement for sex services.

19 Nov 2016 6:52 PM IST

Children with autism look less at the eyes because they appear to miss the social significance of eye contact. (Photo: Pixabay)

Why autistic kids avoid eye contact explained

One explanation holds that children with autism avoid eye contact because they find it stressful and negative.

19 Nov 2016 5:58 PM IST

Denton Cooley and his teams also performed more than 118,000 open-heart operations. (Photo: AP)

World's first heart transplant doctor passes away

Denton Cooley passed away at the age of 96 in Houston, Texas.

19 Nov 2016 5:34 PM IST