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Indian tree seed to bring water to millions

According to the UN, 2.1 billion people lack access to safe drinking water.

22 Jun 2018 6:44 PM IST

The new finding could help treat addiction, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar disorder and other psychiatric conditions.

Science Says: What makes something truly addictive

The new "gaming disorder" classification from the World Health Organization revives a debate in the medical community.

22 Jun 2018 6:20 PM IST

Bees and wasps were responsible for just over one-third deaths due to animals. (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists discover 27 new viruses in bees

Among the new viruses the team identified was one that is similar to a virus that infects plants.

22 Jun 2018 6:07 PM IST

The owners feel she mustve seen humans do it (Photo: YouTube)

Cat uses toilet just like humans in bizarre video

The owners were surprised because Peggie has actually taught herself to use the toilet.

22 Jun 2018 4:39 PM IST

The deadline for the plastic ban is June 23

Most people aware of harmful effects of plastics but still use it:...

The major difficulties faced by the respondents include shopkeepers not providing bags for carrying items,...

22 Jun 2018 4:15 PM IST

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Nitric oxide inhaled during surgery can decrease kidney problems

This is the first study to show that a pharmacological treatment can reduce acute and chronic kidney injury as a result...

22 Jun 2018 4:13 PM IST

Spotify, launched in 2008 and available in more than 60 countries, is the biggest music streaming company in the world and counts services from Apple, Amazon and Google as its main rivals.

Portable music players tied to hearing loss in kids

Headphones also are not the only way that children may develop hearing loss.

22 Jun 2018 4:11 PM IST

The work is the flip side of the disappointing hunt for new drugs to fight or prevent Alzheimers disease. (Photo: Pixabay)

New evidence that viruses may play a role in Alzheimer's

The findings don't prove viruses cause Alzheimer's, nor do they suggest it's contagious.

22 Jun 2018 4:07 PM IST

More obesity education and training are needed among healthcare professionals. (Photo: Pixabay)

Lifestyle changes can help obese women improve fertility

There should be a divide between getting ready for pregnancy and actively being pregnant.

22 Jun 2018 3:57 PM IST

Around 30 of the 40 half siblings that Kianni has found have said they would like to meet her and she now hopes to make contact with them in the near future. (Photo: Pixabay)

Close sibling bonds may protect against harm of family conflict

Researchers found that feelings of insecurity and other psychological problems stemming from exposure to family conflict...

22 Jun 2018 3:48 PM IST

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You can now write away your body image blues

Spending just 15 minutes writing letters to oneself can significantly increase women's body satisfaction.

22 Jun 2018 3:42 PM IST

The levels of the female hormone, estrogen, begin to fall in their blood which can affect libido and the loss of interest in sex. (Photo: Pixabay)

Seafood tied to more sex and faster conception

It also wasn't clear what types of fish people ate, which could influence their risk of mercury exposure.

22 Jun 2018 3:07 PM IST