Lifestyle
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Gene common in South Asians may double risk of COVID-19 death: Study
London: Scientists at the University of Oxford have identified a gene that may double the risks of lung failure and death from COVID-19, and could explain why people of South Asian ancestry have…
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5 hair-care kits to help prevent hair fall post-Covid
New Delhi: As temperatures change, common issues like hair fall only get accelerated with oily scalps and dry ends. This can lead to hair thinning or bald patches depending upon various reasons.…
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The Natural Wonders of India, From Haridwar to Pune, Part 1
By Murli Menon After having travelled down the Mekong from its source in Tibet through China, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam to the South China Sea in 2006, it had been one of…
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44% millennials skipped breakfast during pandemic: Study
New Delhi: A special study, conducted in the age group of 18-50 years, across four cities, has shown that 44 per cent of the urban millennials skipped breakfast during Covid times. The study…
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Sepsis will kill more people than cancer, heart attacks by 2050: Experts
New Delhi: Sepsis, a potentially life-threatening complication of an infection, is likely to kill more people by 2050 than cancer and heart attacks due to irrational use of antibiotics, said doctors and health…
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Are young Indians at a higher risk of heart disease?
New Delhi: When we speak of heart health, we often picture older people. Studies, unfortunately, show that Indians are at risk of heart disease at least a decade earlier than western counterparts.…
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141-villa resort with glamourous European spirit opens in Maldives
New Delhi: Located on Thilamaafushi, the southern pocket of Lhaviyani Atoll, Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts along with Singaporean developer Chiu Teng Enterprises announce the opening of a 141-villa resort which will…
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66% Indian adults are addicted to online world due to COVID-19: Study
Hyderabad: The COVID-19 pandemic, which made the world shut itself indoors for months, has also resulted in negatively impacting Indian adults, a study has found. In a poll of over 1,000 people,…
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Are you a modern Indian bride?
New Delhi: The contemporary Indian bride is nothing like her predecessors; being mostly in the age group of millennials or Generation Z, the importance she gives to individualism, value for money, quality…
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Angry voters are result of angry politicians: Study
Washington: According to research led by political scientists from Colorado, politicians might have good reason to turn to angry rhetoric. This strategy seems to work, at least in the short term. In…
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Indians want to explore new ways of travel while working remotely: Survey
Hyderabad: A research conducted by homestay company Airbnb in May 2021 revealed that 43% of 1,023 Indians expect or plan to travel during the next five months, while 66% of them would…
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Toxic workplaces increase risk of depression by 300%
Sydney: Working for organisations that fail to prioritise employees’ mental health can increase the risk of being diagnosed with depression by threefold, finds a study. And while working long hours is a…
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Engaging in family care work prevents risk of suicide in men
New York: While suicide rates are generally higher in men than in women, but those who indulge in family care work are less vulnerable to take their lives, according to a new…
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Mask-wearing can increase struggles with social anxiety
Toronto: Masks have become an integral part of life due to Covid-19. However, people who struggle with social anxiety might experience increased distress related to mask-wearing during and even after the pandemic, finds…
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Gucci introduces vegan luxury material ‘Demetra’
New Delhi: Luxury fashion house Gucci has introduced a new luxury material ‘Demetra’, which contains more than 77 per cent plant-based raw materials. The brand launched three sneaker models to mark its…
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Work from home effect: Count of males seeking emotional counselling sees upward trend
Pune: The national lockdown imposed last year due to COVID-19 virus had reportedly witnessed a rise in the number of complaints from women about domestic violence, abuse by family members, psychological disorders,…
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Taking short breaks may help our brains learn new skills
Washington: In a study of healthy volunteers, National Institutes of Health researchers have mapped out the brain activity that flows when we learn a new skill, such as playing a new song…
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Researchers develop app to help couples communicate directly from heart
Washington: Even though people stayed in touch during the pandemic’s stay-at-home orders and social distancing, it was easy to feel out of touch with loved ones. Hence, CMU, Snap researchers recently developed…
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‘Born Digital’ Indian workers want 4-day week amid pandemic
New Delhi: More than three in four young Indian workers believe that employers should offer the opportunity to work a four-day week to promote employee well-being post-pandemic, a new report said on…
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Eating more fruit, vegetables linked to less stress: Study
Canberra: Eating a diet rich in fruit and vegetables is associated with less stress, according to new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU). The study examined the link between fruit and vegetable…
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Late school timing let students get adequate sleep: Study
Washington: A new study explored the significant benefits of later school start times for middle and high school students’ sleep schedules. The findings of the study were published in the journal ‘Sleep’.…
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Here’s why some people are hungry all the time
London: Wondering why you end up feeling hungry all the time? A recent study has got the answer. The findings of a new research show people who experience big dips in blood…
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5 hacks to stay fit while fasting during the month of Ramzan
New Delhi: The holy month of Ramzan will soon be commencing with a spiritual zeal spread across the whole nation. Though it’s the time of giving and staying humble in prayer, sometimes…
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Ramadan 2021: Sehri tips to keep you hydrated all day
New Delhi: The holy month of Ramadan is approaching and with it, a new wave of festive cheer will be observed. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is…
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2nd Covid wave: Scientists report more infections in kids
Berlin: Preschool and school children in Germany have been infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, three to four times more than reported via PCR testing during the second wave, a study…
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Late-night snacks may affect workplace performance: Study
Washington: A recent study has found that unhealthy eating behaviours at night can make people less helpful and more withdrawn the next day at work. “For the first time, we have shown…
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What your travel checklist should include amid pandemic?
New Delhi: Travellers, it’s time you add a few new essentials to your checklist along with your masks, sanitizers and disinfectants. This new list will help you plan a safe, seamless and…
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Guava roots can help fight diabetes: Research
Prayagraj: Guava comes packed with many health benefits and now its roots are said to be beneficial in fighting diabetes. A research scholar of the Department of Chemistry of Naini-based Sam Higginbottom University…
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Chia seeds may provide options for nutritional foods, capsules
Washington: An improved extraction method involving chia seeds may provide new options for nutritional foods, medicine capsules, and anti-aging products. A Purdue University team has developed and patented the method to separate…
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Glow despite your busy schedule and stress!
New Delhi: With hectic schedules and change in lifestyles, not only our beauty regime goes for a toss but also our sleeping patterns and dietary habits. Experts from across the world suggest…
