A glass of wine a day may advance your death
New York, Oct 4 (IANS) Want to live long? Ditch that daily glass of wine as it can increase your chance of an early death by 20 per cent, say researchers challenging previous claims of…
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Cannabis more ‘toxic’ to teenage brains than alcohol: Study
Toronto, Oct 4 (IANS) While both alcohol and marijuana misuse are known to be associated with impairments in learning, memory, attention and decision-making, as well as with lower academic performance, a new study claimed that…
Toner important step in skincare routine
New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) The skincare routine needs to change with the changing season. However, there are certain skin saviours that must be a part of everyday skincare and the toner is one of…
Artificial pancreas system better than insulin jabs for diabetics
London, Oct 4 (IANS) A novel artificial pancreas system can control blood sugar levels better than insulin injections for both children and older adults with Type-1 diabetes, results of a clinical trial have shown. The…
Must haves for bridal trousseau
New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) The trousseau is an exciting and much dreamt about part of the wedding journey for the bride-to-be but when she actually comes to the task, the thought is daunting given…
NCPA jazz music band to launch, perform in Mumbai
Mumbai, Oct 4 (IANS) In a welcome announcement for music lovers, the National Centre of Performing Arts (NCPA) will launch its own jazz collective here on Friday to popularise the genre in India. The jazz…
Exhibitions continue to drive interest in fashion: Ramola Bachchan
New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) With Runway Rising back with another edition, the event’s curator and founder Ramola Bachchan says the growing number of exhibitions is continuing to drive customers’ interest towards fashion. “The effect…
Father-guru Rajabhau Deo sculpted my musical upbringing: Alka Deo
Mumbai, Oct 4 (IANS) Veteran Indian classical vocalist Rajabhau Deo is the sculptor of her musical upbringing, his daughter and disciple Alka Deo Marulkar said here ahead of her ‘khayal vocal recital here on Thursday,…
Processed meat may up breast cancer risk: Study
London, Oct 4 (IANS) Consuming processed meat like bacon, ham, sausages, salami, corned beef, beef jerky and canned meat is associated with higher risk of developing breast cancer, warned researchers. In a review of 15…
Risk of death 5 times higher in epileptic pregnant women: Study
New York, Oct 4 (IANS) The risk of dying during pregnancy is five times higher for women with epilepsy, finds a new study. According to the study, from the Aarhus University in Denmark, pregnant women…
How to reduce noise level at workplace
New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) Noisy offices are terrible and effect the productivity of the employees. Though many working professionals find that a lively, it also hampers productivity, prolonged exposure to even relatively low levels…
BP, diabetes in pregnancy may up hot flashes later
New York, Oct 4 (IANS) Women with high blood pressure and gestational diabetes during pregnancy are likely to experience more hot flashes during their menopause, a new study reports. According to researchers, an estimated 60…
Now get ready for 3D music to uplift your listening experience
By Muskan Aggarwal New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) Ever heard a 3D song? Wonder how it sounds like? According to experts, 3D music provides you with an experience of a music concert while allowing you…
Aneeth Arora to open Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week
New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) on Wednesday announced Aneeth Arora as the opening designer of the Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week (LMIFW) in association with NEXA Spring Summer’19….
Saif, daughter Sara to appear together in ‘Koffee with Karan’
Mumbai, Oct 3 (IANS) Actor Saif Ali Khan and daughter Sara are set to add to the glitz and glamour of “Koffee with Karan” with their appearance in Season 6. The forthcoming season, hosted by…
It’s Oktoberfest once more
New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) It’s that time of the year again when beer drinkers unite to make merry and chug down beer like the world and their lives depended on it. Oktoberfest — the…
Over 70% middle-aged Delhiites obese: Survey
New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) Over 70 per cent of the middle-aged people (between ages 31-50) in Delhi are overweight, morbidly obese or super obese, making them prone to heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, finds…
Mumbai music festival to see performances by major Indian bands
Mumbai, Oct 3 (IANS) Two noted Indian music bands — Euphoria and Rakesh and Friends — will perform at the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) here on Friday and Saturday. The performances will…
Diabetes ups risks of arthritis, osteoporosis: Study
London, Oct 3 (IANS) Middle-aged with diabetes are at greater risk of developing arthritis and osteoporosis, in addition to increased risk to the heart, a study has found. Researchers from the Nordsjaellands University Hospital in…
Debunking common contact lens myths
New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) While eyeglasses may require little to no maintenance, contact lens provide clearer vision and the added advantage of avoiding awkward spectacle inconveniences. However, there are some common myths around contact…