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Higher levels of alcohol consumption might not have beneficial effects on the pronunciation of a foreign language (Photo: AFP)

Indian scientist creates liver friendly' alcohol

In a study founded by Chigurupati, biomarkers that indicate liver damage were 93 percent lower for people who drank...

24 Oct 2017 12:38 PM IST

I was 19 when I started writing the first album. Id just moved to London from a village - I was literally the only gay in the village. I didnt know what I wanted to say, Smith said. (Photo: AP)

I feel just as much woman as I am man: singer Sam Smith opens up about...

The Oscar-winning singer said he likes to rock heels and his love for dressing has been a passion for years.

24 Oct 2017 11:39 AM IST

He previously held the record for holding 12 candles in his mouth (Photo: Facebook)

Mumbai man sets unusual record of holding 22 lit candles in his mouth...

The mutiple record holder is known as Maximouth for his ability to stuff things in his mouth.

23 Oct 2017 4:27 PM IST

Keep it private: Chris Gayle denies exposing genitals to massage...

The claims were made by Fairfax Media newspapers, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, The Canberra Times in a row of...

23 Oct 2017 12:47 PM IST

Super-majority vs popularity: Post-win, voters still suspicious of Abe

Abe won polls as the oppn 'couldn't put up a united front' against him, said a prof at the National Graduate Institute...

23 Oct 2017 12:04 PM IST

Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani.

It's a girl! After 5 years of marriage, Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani...

With both the mother and the child doing fine, Esha Deol will be discharged from the hospital on Monday.

23 Oct 2017 10:29 AM IST

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Lost Australian diver swam miles to shore stalked by shark

Experts say incidents are increasing as water sports become more popular and baitfish move closer to shore, but...

22 Oct 2017 6:09 PM IST

Representational Image. (Photo: Pexels)

British-Indian couple raise allergy awareness in memory of daughter

Their nine-year-old daughter died after having a severe reaction to blackberries and dairy.

22 Oct 2017 5:08 PM IST

Nainika was allergic to dairy and egg through her early childhood but at around four years of age, she had grown out of her egg allergy. However, the family were unaware of any other chemicals or enzymes in other foods that she might be sensitive or allergic to. (Photo: Just Giving)

Indian-origin couple launch allergy awareness drive for deceased...

The trust named after their daughter seeks to create awareness, support research and find cures.

22 Oct 2017 11:54 AM IST

Akshay donates Rs 25,000 each to 103 families of cops, army officials...

The actor contributed over Rs 25 lakh for an initiative by a senior IPS officer for families of policemen and army...

22 Oct 2017 10:26 AM IST

The babys condition deteriorated soon after birth due to breathing issues and needed oxygen supply immediately. (Photo: AFP/Representational)

Woman who lost 18 babies due to 'killer cells' finally gives birth

Louise Warneford's condition causes her body to destroy unborn embryos.

21 Oct 2017 5:12 PM IST

Six Pakistan players were involved in a spot-fixing case in the Pakistan Super League earlier this year. (Photo: APF)

Pakistan skipper Sarfraz Ahmed rejects offer from bookmaker during Sri...

The offer was made before the third one day international against Sri Lanka on Wednesday, which Pakistan won by seven...

21 Oct 2017 2:30 PM IST