Sydney, July 6 (IANS) Medicinal cannabis are not as effective at relieving chronic non-cancer pain as commonly assumed, suggests a four-year study, challenging the previously known belief. The use of cannabis for medicinal purposes has…
Beijing, July 6 (IANS) A particular subset of neurons located in an enigmatic region of the hypothalamus plays a central role in regulating appetite and body weight, a new study suggests. The findings, published in…
New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Millennials today want to live light, eco-friendly and not spend much on material possessions, so make sue you are following the trend. Harsh Dhand, Founder and CEO, RentSher, and Sameer…
By Nivedita New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Indian women’s cricket team is appreciated and respected like their male counterparts in today’s time, feels the captain of the ship Mithali Raj who credits the team’s impressive…
New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) A new book authored by Rishi Piparaiya, who has spent over 15 years as a manager and senior executive in multinational corporations, attempts to chronicle some crucial mantras for average…
New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Over 50 per cent of smartphone users do not use passwords or anti-theft solutions, leaving their devices and the increasing amount of precious data on them accessible to anyone, says…
New York, July 6 (IANS) General aggressive behaviour and bullying are not the same thing. There is a vast difference between the two and spotting this is necessary for developing right interventions, researchers say. The…
Beijing, July 6 (IANS) Men with central (or abdominal) obesity are at increased risk of experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms, a new study suggests. The researchers, including Haiying Zhang from Guangxi Medical University in China,…
Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Actress Zareen Khan, who was once weighed over 100 kg, feels it has taken too long for plus-size models to be recognised in India. Zareen, along with fashion designer Narendra Kumar,…
Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Twenty-nine new faces have been announced as the winners for the third edition of plus size fashion show at the forthcoming edition of Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Winter/Festive 2018. LFW and…
New York, July 6 (IANS) Late celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain, whose wealth was estimated at $16 million earlier, was worth $1.21 million as per his will. Bourdain’s will leaves the majority of his money to…
By Siddhi Jain New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) What began as a nine-year-old’s venture at Krishna Caterers about eight decades ago in the city of Nawabs turned into an awe-inspiring, lifelong affair with cuisine. Imtiaz…
By Nury Vittachi Five years ago I lived in a housing estate that was so safe that I didn’t even own a front door key. Our only line of defence against evil was a deeply…
New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Romantic novels have long drawn a massive readership. As the monsoon sets in over most parts of the country, what better to do than flick through these non-preachy, quick-read offerings…
Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Miss World Manushi Chhillar said that she had a great experience while working with actor Ranveer Singh for a television commercial. Manushi made the remarks at Club Factory’s commercial launch on…
New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Socks have their own personality and style statement. They can be matched with not just different kinds of footwear, but also with various outfits, say experts. Lubeina Shahpurwala, co-founder, Mustang…
New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) “Bepannaah” actress Jennifer Winget says she has a fetish for shoes, and has a room full of different types of footwear. “I am not crazy about bags or watches. For…
Los Angeles, July 6 (IANS) Actress Jessica Alba says she still has 15 pounds to lose after giving birth to son Hayes. The mother of three took to Instagram Stories to share a gym selfie,…
New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) The message of the importance of peaceful coexistence of humans and nature will reverberate at Ojas Art Gallery here, as artist Abhishek Singh will paint live on a mural-sized canvas…
Sydney, July 5 (IANS) A sleep disorder that causes repeated shallow or paused breathing may be associated with changes in brain structure that are also seen in the early stages of dementia. Obstructive sleep apnoea…