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Women less likely to receive pay for college internships

New York [USA], August 18 (ANI): The odds of women receiving pay for a college internship are 34 per cent lower as compared to that of men, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University of New York.

2020-08-18T13:47:46.942163+00:00 IST

Study reveals smartphones can tell when you're drunk by analysing your walking pattern

New Jersey [US], August 18 (ANI): Your smartphone can tell when you've had too much to alcohol consumption by detecting changes in the way you walk, according to a new study.

2020-08-18T08:43:09.660187+00:00 IST

Half of parents report butting heads with child's grandparents over parenting: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], August 17 (ANI): Clashes over parenting choices and enforcing parents' rules can cause major strife between a child's parents and grandparents, a national poll suggests.

2020-08-17T09:18:53.699691+00:00 IST

Young children rather choose to explore choices than opt for immediate rewards: Study

Ohio [USA], August 16 (ANI): According to the findings of a recent study, in comparison to elderly people, young children who are around the age of 4-5 are inclined in exploring more choices than keep an eye for an immediate reward.

2020-08-16T09:36:14.208526+00:00 IST

Drivers who don't shut their car windows exposed to more air pollution

London [UK], Aug 15 (ANI): A first-of-its-kind study from the University of Surrey finds that car users from the world's least affluent cities are exposed to a disproportionate amount of in-car air pollution because they rely heavily on opening their windows for ventilation.

2020-08-15T18:17:58.023311+00:00 IST

Feelings of jealousy can be tool to strengthen friendships, finds study

Arizona [USA], August 15 (ANI): While people try different tactics to create to strengthen the bond of friendship, a new study can help you create a long-lasting bond with your friend. The novel study discovered that the feelings of jealousy can be a useful tool in maintaining friendships.

2020-08-15T13:24:22.337773+00:00 IST

Study reveals combination of genetic, emotional differences may lead to post-traumatic stress in police officers

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 15 (ANI): The findings of a recent study advocates that a combination of genetic and emotional differences may lead to post-traumatic stress (PTS) in police officers.

2020-08-15T11:34:21.190213+00:00 IST

Study reveals drivers who keep windows down exposed to 80 pc more air pollution

London [UK], Aug 10 (ANI): Car users from the world's least affluent cities are exposed to a disproportionate amount of in-car air pollution because they rely heavily on opening their windows for ventilation, finds a first-of-its-kind study from the University of Surrey.

2020-08-10T02:30:21.136476+00:00 IST

Childhood connection with nature has many benefits but is not universally positive: Study

London [UK], August 9 (ANI): While it is known that being close to nature has been proven beneficial for multiple areas of young people's wellbeing. However, according to a recent study nature connection is not universally positive.

2020-08-09T10:36:55.744626+00:00 IST

Laughter can act as stress buffer, study suggests

Basel [Switzerland], August 9 (ANI): People who laugh frequently in their every day lives may be in a better position to deal with stressful events. However, this does not apply to the intensity of laughter, according to a recent study.

2020-08-09T08:30:56.279236+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

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

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

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

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

Here's what influences adolescents to share marijuana-related content on social media

Washington D.C. [USA], August 5 (ANI): Adolescents might be sharing marijuana-related content on social media in an effort to fit in with their peers, according to a new study.

2020-08-05T09:34:44.175801+00:00 IST

Study finds sleep may protect us from forgetting old memories

California [US], Aug 5 (ANI): While getting proper sleep has been proven to play a critical role in our health, in a new study, researchers report that sleep may also help people to learn continuously through their lifetime.

2020-08-04T18:36:45.742387+00:00 IST

New study reveals GP trainees willing to use mindfulness to tackle burnout

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 3 (ANI): Mindfulness could help trainee general practitioners (GPs) to build their resilience and reduce burnout, helping to reduce the number of newly qualified GPs leaving the profession, according to University of Warwick researchers.

2020-08-03T18:22:10.553891+00:00 IST

Promises found to reduce cheating in large study of adolescents

New Delhi [India], Aug 3 (ANI): The study, of 640 ten to 14-year-olds in India, was designed in a way that meant it was impossible to tell who had and had not kept their promise. The results of the study suggested that it is not just the fear of social retaliation that makes people stick to their word. It also states that promises could be a powerful way of encouraging and sustaining honest behaviour in an academic context.

2020-08-03T17:21:30.989007+00:00 IST