Opinion, Reporters diary, 18th Dec 2017, News & Stories from India

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Opinion Reporter\'s Diary 18 Dec 2017

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Fans have called for more protection of pornstars from online trolls (Photo: Facebook)

Legendary pornstar Keiran Lee slams trolls over August Ames's death

Lee also admitted to getting a lot of hate on Twitter and that it prevents him from posting anything about his family on social media.

18 Dec 2017 3:52 PM

Tharoor credited the Congress party's better showing due to newly appointed party president, Rahul Gandhi, since 'he connected with the people on ground'. (photo: File)

Trends emerged in Gujarat were ‘optimistic’, says Shashi Tharoor

Tharoor says the numbers looked promising, as the party was showing improved performance, compared to the last assembly elections in 2012.

18 Dec 2017 3:49 PM

Mithun, Salman and Katrina at a dance reality show.

Salman rubs his nose on Katrina, feels that she’s kissing him

The recent destination for Salman and Katrina to promote ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ was the TV show ‘Dance India Dance’.

18 Dec 2017 3:14 PM

The strength of Happn relies on their unique product and features: the only dating app that allows you to find the people you’ve crossed paths with in real life. (Photo: Pixabay)

Read about dating app which takes security of users very seriously

Social dating app, Happn, manually reviews every single report by users 7 days a week.

18 Dec 2017 2:47 PM

Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi has urged UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to summon a high-level meeting of the organisation’s various bodies to achieve the global commitment of eradication of child labour by 2025. (Photo: File)

Kailash Satyarthi pushes UN for high-level meeting on child labour

Satyarthi said there is an urgent need to put an end to ‘the scourge of child labour and forced labour.’

18 Dec 2017 2:41 PM

Asked about the Congress giving the party a scare in the morning, when the tallies were almost neck-and-neck, the minister quipped: 'I think Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (Whoever wins is king).' (Photo: ANI)

‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’: Smriti Irani justifies BJP's Gujarat win

Irani said this win is the victory of development, the leadership of Amit Shah and BJP's governance and organisation.

18 Dec 2017 2:26 PM

Medical experts lay down policy for foetal viability

The committee recognised the issues involved and felt the need of having defined principles to tackle such cases.

18 Dec 2017 2:18 PM

The former Lok Sabha MP also recalled an October 24 tweet in which he said the Congress will win 125-140 seats and the BJP only 40-47, contrary to opinion polls. (Photo: File)

BJP victory in Gujarat is due to EVMs, not people in state: Sanjay Nirupam

The BJP is set to form government in Gujarat again with latest trends on EC showing the party ahead in 102 seats and Congress in 74 seats.

18 Dec 2017 2:17 PM

The greatest fat deposit decreases were hepatic (minus 29 per cent), visceral (minus 22 per cent) and intra-pericardial (minus 11 per cent). (Photo: Pixabay)

Mediterranean diet may help reduce fat deposits: study

The 18-month trial included 278 sedentary adults in an isolated workplace, with a monitored lunch provided.

18 Dec 2017 2:15 PM

There are three new festive face filters to enjoy a heart in snow-frosted glass effect, holiday makeup look and a gold and silver ballon overlay, complete with digital confetti.

Instagram is rolling out new creative tools for the Holidays

Facebook-owned Instagram is rolling out an update that brings a chuck full of holiday spirit.

18 Dec 2017 1:46 PM

Factors affecting quality of life in older adults with cancer

Here is what a new study found.

18 Dec 2017 1:39 PM

His mother expected him to be big but didn't know how big (Photo: YouTube)

Baby boy in UK is heaviest child born in a decade at 6 kg

Although he is few days old, Brodey is drinking 70 ml of milk every three to four hours.

18 Dec 2017 1:28 PM

Congress leaders on Monday said the party's improved electoral performance in Gujarat was the result of their new chief Rahul Gandhi's effective leadership. (Photo: PTI | File)

Party's improved tally in Gujarat the beginning of Rahul's political story: Cong

The jump in the Congress tally, according to trends, was due to Gandhi's 'very effective' campaign in the state, Tharoor said.

18 Dec 2017 1:23 PM

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack yet. Previously both the Taliban and, increasingly, the Islamic State group have carried out devastating attacks in Kabul. (Photo: File/Representational)

Kabul: intense fighting breaks out after militants storm training facility

Roads to the area were closed and dozens of police and intelligence officers were blocking access to the public.

18 Dec 2017 1:23 PM

The 5T Star Wars Edition’s packaging contains more than just the smartphone and its accessories.

OnePlus 5T Star Wars Edition Easter Egg: The Force has a secret message in store

The 5T Star Wars Edition’s box contains a hidden holographic prism from the movie and a special code on the smartphone itself.

18 Dec 2017 1:18 PM

Xiang Xiang, or "Fragrance" in Chinese, was born June 12 to a resident panda at Tokyo's Ueno Zoo and now weighs more than 12 kilograms . (Photo: AP)

Baby panda makes special appearance before selected guests, media at Tokyo zoo

Xiang Xiang, 6-month-old female giant panda, will debut on Tuesday in limited public viewing for fans who obtained tickets through lottery.

18 Dec 2017 1:10 PM

In May 2016, the month after Suu Kyi took power, the 1975 State Protection Act that had been used to keep her under house arrest for years was repealed. (Photo: File)

Myanmar exerts colonial law against Reuters' journalists

Myanmar has accused Reuters reporters Wa Lone, 31, and Kyaw Soe Oo, 27, of breaching the country’s Official Secrets Act.

18 Dec 2017 1:05 PM

Japan's whaling fleet left for the Southern Ocean last month, planning to kill 333 minke whales over a four-month period.

Countries come together asking Japan to stop whale killing

Apart from EU, 12 countries including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, New Zealand and others too ask for culling to be curbed.

18 Dec 2017 12:59 PM

The BJP supporters, waiving the saffron flag and donning the party cap, greeted each other over the impending victory of the party which is set to retain power for the sixth term in a row. (Photo: ANI)

Gujarat poll results: BJP celebrates its victory of retaining power for 6th term in row

BJP party supporters gathered in large numbers at the office and distributed sweets among themselves.

18 Dec 2017 12:55 PM

Researcher goes on to add how the research could be used by health professionals to help families going through trauma, such as a divorce. (Photo: Pixabay)

Sisters makes you happier, kinder and more optimistic, says study

According to expert, sisters appear to encourage more open communication and cohesion in families.

18 Dec 2017 12:43 PM

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