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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

The cells are currently able to contract, but do not yet have the ability to pump. (Photo: AFP)

Medical breakthrough: First 3D print of heart with human tissues

Scientist's unveiled 'First' 3D print of heart with human tissue, vessels.

16 April 2019 9:43 AM IST

Stills from the event

Tales from China

Chinese dancers mesmerise the audience with a truly boutique performance.

16 April 2019 12:25 AM IST

Although, closer to home, the community of small fishermen from the city deem the promises to hollow sounds coming from empty barrels.

Neither fish nor flesh

The BJP manifesto promises a Blue Revolution, however, city-based fishermen deem it an empty promise.

16 April 2019 12:05 AM IST