Lifestyle

Heavier smoking linked to skyrocketing health risks: Study

South Australia [Australia], Aug 8 (ANI): Each cigarette smoked a day by heavier smokers increases the risk of contracting some diseases by more than 30 per cent, according to a new international study.

2020-08-08T14:24:50.381994+00:00 IST

Study links sleep disturbances with poor academic, psychological functioning in children

Pennsylvania [US], Aug 8 (ANI): Sleep disturbances are associated with diminished well-being by the time children are 10-11 years old, according to a recent study led by researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

2020-08-08T13:57:43.134667+00:00 IST

COVID-19: Study reports significant rise in health anxieties during lockdown

Somerset [UK], August 8 (ANI): Coronavirus and the imposition of lockdown this year 'significantly raised' mental health challenges, particularly so for the most vulnerable groups, including those shielding, according to the first study to look at people's coping styles in face of the pandemic.

2020-08-08T12:55:45.612774+00:00 IST

Study highlights role of good social networks leading to academic success

Moscow [Russia], August 8 (ANI): A recent study has found that sharing a good bond with those who get good grades can have a positive impact on a student's academic performance. According to the new study, the social network has been found to influence academic performances strongly.

2020-08-08T10:45:02.179907+00:00 IST

This is what influences adolescents to share content related to marijuana on social media

Washington D.C. [USA], August 8 (ANI): According to a new study, peer pressure may be causing adolescents to share marijuana-related content on social media.

2020-08-08T09:41:06.042277+00:00 IST

Handbag handed over to cops 16 years after it was reported stolen in Australia

Moree [Australia], August 8 (ANI): The Moree Police in New South Wales were handed over a handbag this week, which after linking its identifying features, is believed to be the same bag that was reported stolen back in July 2004.

2020-08-08T07:56:40.864845+00:00 IST

White is the new black for men's footwear

Washington D.C. [USA], August 8 (ANI): White is the new black when it comes to the latest trends of men's shoes.

2020-08-08T07:45:23.334253+00:00 IST

Culture

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New Delhi : Assamese Students Union welcomes freshers

New Delhi [India] Sep 14 (ANI): The national capital has been the hub of education with some of the best colleges affiliated under Delhi University and youth from the northeast region have over the years left no stone unturned to get through some of the most prestigious colleges to pursue their further studies.

2018-09-14T10:06:46.417551+00:00 IST

NSUI students in Delhi host Northeast cultural night

New Delhi [India] Sep 14 (ANI): India's northeast region is not only known for its diverse culture but also for rich music and folklore. When it comes to culture or music, the Northeast region stands out in sheer musical diversity, offering a completely different world of music and cultural folk dance.

2018-09-14T10:06:46.407796+00:00 IST

Kuki Tribe remembers Kuki-Naga clashes victims

Imphal, (Manipur) [India] Sep 13 (ANI): A three-day long commemorative event, marking the death anniversary of more than 100 civilians, who lost their lives in the Kuki-Naga clashes, was organised in Imphal city on Thursday. The event was organized by the Centre of the Kuki Genocide.

2018-09-13T15:07:36.115016+00:00 IST

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Quirky

This is how pets can be trained to stay alone at home when pet-parents return to work

North Carolina [USA], August 8 (ANI): With the coronavirus lockdown easing in most parts of the world, most pet parents are on their way to return to their offices leaving the pets alone at home.

2020-08-08T06:27:47.918460+00:00 IST

Beauty

Kim Kardashian West's beauty company faces lawsuit over trade secrets

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 7 (ANI): American reality TV star Kim Kardashian West's makeup line is on the verge of giving up a treasure of beauty secrets to another cosmetics company, or at least that's what one company fears.

2020-08-07T18:21:26.902115+00:00 IST

Quirky

Put electric cooker in use to sanitise N95 masks, study finds

Illinois [United States], August 7 (ANI): Along with its many other benefits, electric multicookers can also be used to sanitize N95 respirator masks, suggested a new study.

2020-08-07T17:11:38.960093+00:00 IST

Parenting

Here's how parents can help kids eat healthier

Oregon [USA], Aug 7 (ANI): Parent's choices of food can be a contributing factor in deciding what meals they serve to their children and how the kids develop their food preferences, according to a new study from the University of Oregon.

2020-08-07T15:44:17.790282+00:00 IST

Fitness

Study reveals body weight has surprising, alarming impact on brain function

Washington [US], August 7 (ANI): As a person's weight goes up, all regions of the brain go down in activity and blood flow, according to a new brain imaging study.

2020-08-07T13:13:50.690070+00:00 IST

Beauty

Alicia Keys teams up with Elf Cosmetics to create new lifestyle beauty brand

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 7 (ANI): American singer Alicia Keys is partnering with Elf Cosmetics to create a new beauty line, which is expected to launch in 2021.

2020-08-07T11:56:12.501450+00:00 IST

Fitness

Experts urge evaluation of diet at routine healthcare check-ups

Dallas (Texas) [US], August 7 (ANI): The time has come for routine healthcare visits to include some form of dietary assessment and counselling, according to a new scientific statement written by a group of nutrition and cardiovascular disease experts.

2020-08-07T10:28:03.022767+00:00 IST

Fashion

National Handloom Day: Smriti Irani urges people to share pictures of their favourite handloom product

New Delhi [India], August 7 (ANI): Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Irani on Friday marked the National Handloom Day by urging people to use handmade items from their clothing to furnishings.

2020-08-07T06:35:18.891132+00:00 IST

Quirky

Study says childhood connection with nature has many benefits but is not universally positive

London [UK], Aug 6 (ANI): Having a connection with nature supports multiple areas of young people's wellbeing. However, according to a recent study nature connection is not universally positive.

2020-08-06T17:28:41.994462+00:00 IST

Culture

As US hotels reopen, technology keeping guests safe from COVID-19

Washington [US], August 6 (ANI): Digital room keys and voice-activated digital assistants are some of the key automation and fast-tracking technologies that US hotel companies are relying on to minimise contact between guests and hotel staff amid the coronavirus pandemic.

2020-08-06T10:51:19.324043+00:00 IST

Fashion

Former US President Barack Obama could be pioneer of dad-shoe trend

Washington D.C. [USA], August 6 (ANI): Former American President Barack Obama seems to have started the dad-shoe trend with his off-duty looks.

2020-08-06T05:52:23.515045+00:00 IST

Fashion

Designer introduces new handbag that resembles bag to carry dog poop

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 6 (ANI): A designer has created the first-of-its-kind handbag that looks like the plastic bags used to collect dog poop.

2020-08-06T04:32:17.726917+00:00 IST

Quirky

Japanese luxury brand introduces handbag for carrying watermelon effortlessly

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 6 (ANI): Japanese luxury leather brand Tsuchiya Kaban has introduced a new handbag, which is specially crafted to hold a single watermelon perfectly, reports Boing Boing.

2020-08-06T04:29:26.439500+00:00 IST

Fashion

Ivanka Trump recycles floral dress from 2019 event at 'Great American Outdoors Act' signing

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 6 (ANI): American President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump recycled a floral dress as she joined White House officials on Tuesday for the signing ceremony of 'The Great American Outdoors Act.'

2020-08-06T03:34:47.379263+00:00 IST