Lifestyle

World's oldest man passes away at 112

Niigata [Japan], Feb 25 (ANI): Chitetsu Watanabe from Japan, who was the oldest living man in the world, passed away at the ripe old age of 112 on Sunday (local time).

2020-02-25T13:28:41.639299+00:00 IST

Avert heart attacks by limiting salt

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 25 (ANI): A high salt intake, which can trigger high blood pressure, can be one of the leading causes of a heart attack in people worldwide.

2020-02-25T11:15:45.422834+00:00 IST

Diphtheria, tetanus booster shots unnecessary for adults who were fully vaccinated as children: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 25 (ANI): A new study has suggested that adults do not need tetanus or diphtheria booster shots if they've already completed their childhood vaccination series against these debilitating diseases.

2020-02-25T10:45:50.978635+00:00 IST

Ivanka Trump goes desi, sports silk sherwani by Anita Dongre

New Delhi [India], Feb 25 (ANI): US President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump went desi on the second day of their India visit and sported a pure silk sherwani from Indian fashion designer Anita Dongre.

2020-02-25T08:07:45.498849+00:00 IST

Melania, Ivanka Trump opt for shades of white on day-2 of India visit

New Delhi [India], Feb 25 (ANI): As US President Donald Trump kickstarted day 2 of his India visit on Tuesday, his wife Melania Trump and daughter Ivanka Trump both opted for white outfits for engagements of the day.

2020-02-25T05:37:35.245920+00:00 IST

Psychologists discover key to achieving goals

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 24 (ANI): A recent study led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London analysed the complex relationship between reward and effort in achieving goals and identified critical stages in the decision-making process.

2020-02-24T12:54:53.742991+00:00 IST

The belt on Melania Trump's chic jumpsuit has an Indian bond

New Delhi [India], Feb 24 (ANI): First Lady Melania Trump accompanied her husband President Donald Trump on his first official visit to India on Monday, and her elegant ensemble was quick enough to grab eyeballs. On a closer look, however, her white jumpsuit had an Indian connection.

2020-02-24T11:19:04.278975+00:00 IST

Culture

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Google Doodle celebrates legendary dancer Mrinalini Sarabhai

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Today's Google Doodle celebrates the 100th birth anniversary of legendary dancer and Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri recipient Mrinalini Sarabhai.

2018-05-11T04:04:36.071898+00:00 IST

Learning from your little one

New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): On Mother's Day, when most of us talk about the importance of a mother in a child's life, we overlook the fact that vice versa is true too. I can convey this with full conviction because my darling daughter at such a tender age of two has already made my life more meaningful, more enlightened and much more fun.

2018-05-10T09:19:53.221993+00:00 IST

5 books to read before interning abroad

New Delhi [India], May 05 (ANI): What a wild and wonderful thing it is to intern abroad. Beyond the scenery, the cuisine and the independence, studying abroad offers one a lot of time to expand their horizons.

2018-05-05T13:38:20.498284+00:00 IST

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Following removal of standardised assessments, UK special school pupils are 'treated differently': Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 24 (ANI): After the removal of standardised assessments that were used to evaluate the performance of children with intellectual disabilities, a recent study has shown that such children at special schools in the UK are again being treated differently from children in mainstream schools.

2020-02-24T10:03:57.219861+00:00 IST

Quirky

Amul welcomes Trump with special 'Namaske President Trump' cartoon

New Delhi [India], Feb 24 (ANI): 'Namaske President Trump' was the caption of Gujarat's dairy brand Amul as it welcomed President Donald Trump to Ahmedabad ahead of the 'Namaste Trump' event on Monday.

2020-02-24T09:26:36.102231+00:00 IST

Quirky

Study reveals there's better way to think about being kept waiting at work

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 24 (ANI): While no one at work wants to be kept waiting, a new study has found that reactions to waiting can be managed to reduce aggression which may build from waiting too long.

2020-02-24T08:52:39.864359+00:00 IST

Fashion

Melania, Ivanka Trump exude elegance with subtle yet stylish outfits

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], Feb 24 (ANI): Exuding elegance, US President Donald Trump's wife Melania Trump and daughter Ivanka Trump arrived in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Monday noon ahead of the 'Namastey Trump' event.

2020-02-24T07:07:15.422602+00:00 IST

Quirky

Study reveals some shocking facts about owning pet

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): With a list of more than ten health benefits of owning a pet, a professor having studied human-animal connection has revealed a scientifically proven fact that pet owners "are more likely to be lonely, depressed, and have panic attacks."

2020-02-23T16:23:11.499845+00:00 IST

Travel

Travelling with canines? Here are some pet-friendly hotels, activities in Santa Monica

California [United States], Feb 23 (ANI): When you are a pet owner of that fluffy four-legged friend, your itinerary plan for the relishing trip will come down to the approval of those hotels and activities that could involve your furry travelling companion.

2020-02-23T14:47:52.239642+00:00 IST

Travel

Seven lavish retreats for an ideal vacation in Jamaica

Kingston [Jamaica], Feb 23 (ANI): The island country of Jamaica provides the perfect backdrop for an extravagant vacation getaway.

2020-02-23T13:56:45.980829+00:00 IST

Relationships

Your partner's odour can improve your quality of sleep: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): Your romantic partner's odour can help you get a sound sleep as revealed by a study. Your significant other's T-shirt wrapped around your pillow can improve the quality of your sleep regardless of whether or not you are consciously aware that the scent is even present.

2020-02-23T13:48:11.240958+00:00 IST

Parenting

Vitamin D deficiency in pregnant women puts their children at risk of ADHD: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): A recent study has shown that apart from genetic factors, low levels of Vitamin D in women during pregnancy can make their children more susceptible to developing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

2020-02-23T11:04:04.044203+00:00 IST

Parenting

Children of mothers who experience physical violence miss school more often: Study

Virginia [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): A new study suggests that children whose mothers experience physical violence miss school more often.

2020-02-23T10:33:10.544715+00:00 IST

Travel

Rio carnival tourists at risk from contaminated water

Rio de Janeiro [Brazil], Feb 23 (ANI): The glitz, glamour, and festivity of Brazil's famous Rio carnival is under threat from contaminated water as the summer season reaches its peak.

2020-02-23T09:52:42.434891+00:00 IST

Food

Tasting the unicorn of whiskeys in Ireland

Dublin [Ireland], Feb 23 (ANI): Hidden for more than four decades in the dark cellars of Ireland's Old Midleton Distillery, many barrels of finely aged trial whiskey have now been brought to the fore to be relished by liquor connoisseurs all around the world.

2020-02-23T08:14:21.877856+00:00 IST

Education

Ways to enhance cancer awareness among young students

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): A new study suggests that implementing cancer education curricula in middle and high schools may improve cancer literacy and ultimately help reduce cancer rates.

2020-02-23T07:26:45.460678+00:00 IST

Parenting

Stress in young kids separated from parents may leave long-term genetic impact

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): According to a recent study, increased levels of stress hormone cortisol in young children who are separated from their parents, especially mothers, could have a long-term genetic impact on future generations.

2020-02-23T07:21:01.762927+00:00 IST