Lifestyle

Music may improve social communication in autistic children

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 7 (ANI): According to a new study, engaging in musical activities such as singing and playing instruments in one-on-one therapy can improve autistic children's social communication skills, improve their family's quality of life, as well as increase brain connectivity in key networks.

2018-11-07T14:05:02.869288+00:00 IST

Daily weighing may help with your weight loss goals!

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 7 (ANI): Turns out, people who don't weigh themselves at all or rarely were less likely to lose weight than those who weighed themselves often, a new study has revealed.

2018-11-07T14:05:02.864495+00:00 IST

Importance of managing weight during pregnancy

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 7 (ANI): A study was conducted recently to examine if a woman's weight gain during pregnancy has an effect on children's bone health.

2018-11-07T11:49:44.427474+00:00 IST

Women who give birth to boys more likely to suffer from depression

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 7 (ANI): According to a recent study, women who give birth to males are 71-79 per cent more likely to develop postnatal depression (PND).

2018-11-07T03:28:54.026272+00:00 IST

People who sleep less can have higher chance of being dehydrated

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 6 (ANI): Adults who sleep just six hours per night may have a higher chance of being dehydrated, a recent study suggests.

2018-11-06T17:34:21.770345+00:00 IST

Mothers prefer daughters and fathers prefer sons: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 6 (ANI): A recent study suggests that mothers tend to prefer daughters and fathers prefer sons.

2018-11-06T17:31:06.317736+00:00 IST

Wealthier people contribute less in combating climate change: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 6 (ANI): A recent study suggests that wealthier people tend to contribute less in the struggle against climate change.

2018-11-06T17:11:03.185656+00:00 IST

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Culture

7th North East Choral Competition held in New Delhi

New Delhi [India], Nov 6 (ANI): Tangkhul Christian Charitable Trust (TCCT), a non-profit body for less-privileged masses, recently organised the 7th North East India Choral Competition under the theme 'Togetherness' at Thyagaraj Stadium in New Delhi.

2018-11-06T13:37:22.165562+00:00 IST

Parenting

Experiencing violence in childhood leads to accelerated aging: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 6 (ANI): Violence, psychological or emotional abuse, deprivation, neglect, and other adverse childhood experiences can affect both, epigenetic, or cellular aging, and biological development, a recent study suggests.

2018-11-06T13:01:42.093128+00:00 IST

Culture

Locals in Nepal observe 'Kukur Tihar', a day dedicated to dogs

Kathmandu, [Nepal] Nov 06 (ANI): One day ahead of Diwali, locals in Nepal celebrated Kukur Tihar- a festival dedicated to dogs.

2018-11-06T11:13:37.812929+00:00 IST

Culture

African 'Mona Lisa' goes on display after 40 years

Washington DC, [USA] Nov 06 (ANI): The USD 1.6 million (Rs 11.67 Crore) 'African Mona Lisa' is finally on display after over 40 years.

2018-11-06T09:45:34.039537+00:00 IST

Quirky

Here's a sneak-peek into the world's largest underwater restaurant

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 6 (ANI): Norway is all set become home to the world's largest underwater restaurant.

2018-11-06T08:51:25.248046+00:00 IST

Food

No, a high-protein diet is not affecting your kidney

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 6 (ANI): A recent study has debunked the myth that high-protein diets could cause kidney damage in healthy adults.

2018-11-06T06:43:27.775882+00:00 IST

Culture

Bumper business for Agartala jewelers on Dhanteras

Agartala (Tripura) [India], Oct 6 (ANI): A large number of people flocked to jewelry shops across Agartala to buy precious metals on the occasion of Dhanteras on Monday.

2018-11-06T04:57:27.151214+00:00 IST

Quirky

Prejudice against women in power is greater than believed: Study

Washington DC, [USA] Nov 5 (ANI): It turns out people are more prejudiced against women leaders than the statistics might indicate.

2018-11-05T18:15:56.108870+00:00 IST

Food

Adding nuts to your diet can do wonders for your health!

Washington DC, [USA] Nov 5 (ANI): Turns out, eating Brazil nuts and other varieties of nuts daily may prevent weight gain and provide other cardiovascular benefits.

2018-11-05T18:03:53.366017+00:00 IST

Parenting

Happy childhood memories lead to healthier adults

Washington DC, [USA] Nov 5 (ANI): Parents, take note, according to a recent study, adults who have fond memories of childhood, specifically their relationships with their parents, tend to have better health.

2018-11-05T17:50:39.026618+00:00 IST

Travel

World's first-ever underwater villa opens in Maldives

Washington DC, [USA] Nov 05 (ANI): If you are a traveler and have the penchant for luxury, you can now stay at the world's first ever underwater villa in the Maldives.

2018-11-05T12:47:35.929466+00:00 IST

Fashion

Here are some tips to help you glam up for Diwali!

Mumbai, (Maharashtra) [India] Nov 05 (ANI): Diwali, the festival of lights, is just around the corner, but shopping, house decoration, takes away a chunk of your day and leaves you with no time for yourself.

2018-11-05T12:31:12.553233+00:00 IST

Culture

Locals in Nepal observe 'Kaag Tihar'

Kathmandu, [Nepal] Nov 05 (ANI): Kick-starting celebrations ahead of Diwali or Tihar, locals in Nepal are celebrating Kaag Tihar- a festival dedicated to crows.

2018-11-05T11:30:37.160457+00:00 IST

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