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The country banned ivory sales at the end of 2017 in an attempt to rein in what used to be the products largest market in the world. (Photo: AP)

China busts sale of illegal wildlife products

China seizes nearly 2,750 elephant tusks in huge bust.

16 April 2019 6:55 PM IST

Sleep is a vital part of life that affects our productivity, mood, and general health and well-being. Dispelling myths about sleep promotes healthier sleep habits which, in turn, promote overall better health. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Dispel sleeping myths for a healthier life

Common sleep myths might pose serious risks.

16 April 2019 6:49 PM IST

A worker on the rig saw a dog last Friday swimming toward the platform. (Photo: AP)

Dog rescued 135 miles off Thai coast

Dog rescued by oil rig crew while swimming 135 miles off shore to be adopted by rescuer.

16 April 2019 6:47 PM IST

President Emmanuel Macron has vowed the emblematic monument will be rebuilt after its spire and roof collapsed Monday night in a blaze. (Photo: AFP)

Notre-Dame receives almost 500mn for rebuilding

Donors pledge nearly 500mn euros to rebuild Notre-Dame after the destructive fire.

16 April 2019 5:46 PM IST

College students, if subjected to even one negative habits such as heavy drinking or substance abuse, can end up living a life of mental distress, lack of sleep, low grades and poor lifestyle choices. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Alcohol, substance abuse can lead to poor lifestyle choices

Alcoholism, substance abuse leads college students to a life of distress, claims study.

16 April 2019 4:41 PM IST

Three have legalised euthanasia: the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. (Photo: AFP)

The debate on euthanasia continues

Disparity on legalising euthanasia persists in European countries.

16 April 2019 2:59 PM IST

Cannabis users also needed 14 per cent more of the analgesic fentanyl and 20 per cent more of the sedative midazolam. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Can cannabis impact the effectiveness of anaesthesia during surgery?

Studies suggest that Cannabis users may need more anaesthesia for surgery.

16 April 2019 1:08 PM IST

Havanas 13th Biennial kicked off this weekend with works by more than 300 contemporary artists from 52 countries taking over the citys museums, galleries and open-air spaces. (Photo: AP)

Havana's 13th biennial kicks off

Art frenzy takes over Havana as biennial showcases over 300 contemporary artists.

16 April 2019 12:33 PM IST

Anastasia does not want to reveal her real identity and asks for her face not to be shown on camera. (Photo: AFP)

Transgender woman wins against gay propaganda' law

Russia transgender woman wins case in rare win for LGBT rights.

16 April 2019 12:32 PM IST

Sociologists, psychologists, and teachers have warned of an emerging crisis stemming from a fear of missing out, keeping up to date on social media. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Attention span of individuals on the decline

Does plenty of information narrow our collective attention span?

16 April 2019 12:30 PM IST

The greatest effect of cockroaches are that they have great immunity, which is why humans will absorb its benefits after eating them. (Photo: AP)

Farmer breeds cockroach for human consumption

Papa roach: Chinese farmer breeds bugs for the table.

16 April 2019 11:40 AM IST

OKeeffe in her later years developed visual impairment from macular degeneration and turned her attention to sculpture. (Photo: AP)

A museum that caters visitors with colour blindness

Georgia O'Keeffe Museum tackles visitors' colour blindness.

16 April 2019 10:26 AM IST