Life, More features, 5th Dec 2017, News & Stories from India

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Life More Features 05 Dec 2017

Life, More features, 05 Dec 2017

The people targeted by vengeful mobs are often wealthier individuals in rural parts of the southern African country (Photo: Pixabay)

Vengeful mobs emerge out of panic caused by vampire scare in Malawi

One purported victim, Florence Kalunga, 27, says she was sleeping alongside her husband in their home when she saw a light "like fire".

05 Dec 2017 8:56 PM

The 18th annual Santa event takes place at Sunday River ski resort in western Maine. (Photo: AP)

Skiing Santas ho-ho-hold court at ski resort’s annual bash

The event is highlighted by Santas skiing and snowboarding down the slopes to raise money for the Sunday River Community Fund.

05 Dec 2017 5:35 PM

The woman was acting erratically and dancing on top of the car before attempting to get away on a kid’s scooter. (Photo: Pixabay)

Police: DUI suspect dances on car, flees on kid’s scooter

Police detained the woman and took her to a hospital before she was booked into the Washoe County jail.

05 Dec 2017 5:30 PM

When sex addiction contributes to criminal behavior, rehab could bolster a defense attorney’s argument that the accused has changed. (Photo: Pixabay)

Sex cases put spotlight on sex addiction, but is it real?

A tide of high-profile sexual misconduct accusations against celebrities, politicians and media members has raised these questions.

05 Dec 2017 5:11 PM

The researchers said the results show pigeons process space and time in ways similar to humans and other primates. (Photo: Pixabay)

Pigeons can discriminate both space, time: study

Humans are able to perceive space and time, even without the aid of inventions such as a watch or a ruler.

05 Dec 2017 4:08 PM

The footage shows the waterspout just beginning to form over the sea before it ravaged the city. (Photo: Instagram/Rudi G.)

Video: Waterspout looms over Italian city before ravaging it

Local reports stated that it caused damage to homes, cars and injured at least one person.

05 Dec 2017 4:00 PM

The boy’s mother, Sarah McCammon, posted the “Dear Santa” letter on Twitter. (Photo: Pixabay)

Six-year-old tells Santa: 'You don't know my troubles'

The boy signs off with “love” but refuses to identify himself.

05 Dec 2017 11:37 AM

The Talking Myths Project hosts talks as part of a public outreach programme that are organised twice a month.

Bringing mythology to the new age

Believing there's an alternate explanation to various mythological tales, the Talking Myths Project delves into the variants.

05 Dec 2017 12:18 AM

A file picture of Cameron Diaz used for representational purposes only.

‘Pore’ favor, folks!

If over the counter antiperspirants haven’t helped you control the sweat, this new treatment might answer all your woes.

05 Dec 2017 12:13 AM

Get delicate hues to accentuate the mood in a living room.

Those FAUXY WALL stories

A mock wall that has a tale to tell, these artificial finishes can infuse colour and depth to that ordinary bland background...

05 Dec 2017 12:08 AM

The latest buzz among interior designers and architects as well as sculptors and furniture designers is Wabi Sabi — A Japanese word which stands for “imperfect.”

Method to this MESS

Inspired by the Japanese Wabi Sabi, trendy interiors celebrate a messy vibe this season!

05 Dec 2017 12:08 AM

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