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A first for both Sampson and Ediriweera, the artists are thrilled about their visit to India as they come bearing colourful image of the city.

Comics take centrestage

Starting today, the Mumbai Comic-Con will host promising international comic-book artists.

7 Dec 2019 12:27 AM IST

They combined electrical engineering and emerging business communication to give the eel a voice. (Photo: AP)

Electrical eel powers Christmas lights in Tennessee Aquarium

Shocked? Electric eel powers aquarium's Christmas lights.

6 Dec 2019 6:45 PM IST

One ABBA fan has also shared hundreds of items of memorabilia he collected for more than 40 years, including cushions, scarves, badges and even Christmas decorations. (Photo: Instagram)

London gets exhibition celebrating success of ABBA

'Super Trouper': ABBA exhibition opens in London.

6 Dec 2019 5:02 PM IST

The artwork was the only Gauguin still in private hands and one of a series of nine paintings produced by the artist while working on a much larger project. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

French post-impressionist painting sells for EUR 9.5 million

Tahitian Gauguin sold for 9.5 million euros.

6 Dec 2019 3:37 PM IST

Those with a gene that raises their risk of the disease were started on a lower dose because they are more likely to suffer inflammation in the brain from medicines that target plaque. (Photo: AP)

New Alzheimer's drug being tested for effectiveness

Experts split sharply over experimental Alzheimer's drug.

6 Dec 2019 1:57 PM IST

Some injuries were caused by phones themselves, including people getting hit by a thrown phone. (Photo: AP)

Cellphone-related injuries on the rise

Phone-in-cheek: Spike seen in cellphone-linked face injuries.

6 Dec 2019 1:28 PM IST

The initiative came about at the request of a local parliamentarian who wanted to beautify and transform the area better known for its dirt and foul smell than art. (Photo: AFP)

Colourful wall murals give makeover to Delhi slums

Rainbow murals bring some cheer to Delhi slum.

6 Dec 2019 1:08 PM IST

Unmarried women in China are largely barred from accessing sperm banks and in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment, forcing them to seek options abroad. (Photo: AFP)

Single Chinese women prefer foreign sperm donors

China's single women seek sperm donors overseas.

6 Dec 2019 12:17 PM IST

The effectiveness of the teacher is the most important component for pupil attainment. (Photo: ANI)

Attentive teachers can positively impact students' performance

Teacher's effectiveness has great impact on student's achievement: Study.

6 Dec 2019 12:09 PM IST

City-based mural artist Rouble Nagi is a firm believer that talking about equality is not charity but a primary right. Through her Rouble Nagi Art Foundation, the artist works towards bringing change in the mindsets of people towards equality.

Equality through art

Mural artist Rouble Nagi talks about her work, the need for equality, and her recent collaboration with Shubharambh.

6 Dec 2019 2:57 AM IST

Alia, Shaheen and Pooja Bhatt at Ive Never Been (Un)Happier book launch. (Photo: Mrugesh Bandiwadekar)

Little Miss Sunshine

Debutant author Shaheen Bhatt talks about her book, finding support in her family and self-care.

6 Dec 2019 2:52 AM IST

A scene from the film festival

Lens on childhood

The director will be presenting his film at a children's film festival in the capital.

6 Dec 2019 2:34 AM IST