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In stories, people enjoy revenge more than forgiveness: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 11 (ANI): According to a recent study, when it comes to entertainment, people enjoy seeing bad guys getting punishment more than seeing them be forgiven.

2020-02-11T15:00:12.965934+00:00 IST

A desktop plant can be a workplace stress-buster: Study

Tokyo [Japan], Feb 11 (ANI): Does office work make you feel anxious and burnt out? Do the fast-approaching deadlines and boss meetings strike terror in your heart and set your pulse shooting up through the roof?

2020-02-11T08:07:52.292555+00:00 IST

Man uses ketchup to mark territory on New York subway train

New York [USA], Feb 9 (ANI): A New York subway commuter demonstrated a completely new and seemingly effective way of demarcating his personal territory.

2020-02-09T12:16:24.126486+00:00 IST

Chimps held captive for experiments given new lease of life

Georgia [USA], Feb 9 (ANI): A video of chimps that were held captive for research experiments being set free out in the open has melted several hearts on the internet.

2020-02-09T12:07:45.197918+00:00 IST

Amazon Prime asks Twiteratti to find it a Valentine, prompts funny responses

New Delhi [India], Feb 8 (ANI): Spilling goofiness over the internet, OTT platform Amazon Prime Video on Saturday asked Twitter users to set it up with a date for the Valentine's Day, which further prompted funny responses from the users.

2020-02-08T14:35:53.072104+00:00 IST

Man charged with weaponising rodents to avail free hotel rooms

Utah [USA], Feb 8 (ANI): A man from Utah in the United States has been charged with scoring free lodgings by pulling off the ingenious trick of releasing rodents in rooms at three different hotels.

2020-02-08T14:33:43.645617+00:00 IST

Dog swallows owner's engagement ring, shows X-ray

Pretoria [South Africa], Feb 8 (ANI): A pooch from South Africa seems to have a liking for expensive cuisine, even if it is ideally not meant to be eaten.

2020-02-08T13:57:44.379501+00:00 IST

External feedback in language courses vital for learners, study explains why

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 8 (ANI): A new study has underlined the importance of external feedback in language courses as it makes the learners aware of their language deficits and reduces the overestimation of one's own abilities in this context.

2020-02-08T07:57:26.961462+00:00 IST

Effective ways to include people with disabilities in workplace

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 8 (ANI): Researchers have authored a new article that describes the practices that employers use to facilitate the inclusion of employees with disabilities in their workplaces.

2020-02-08T05:25:19.404185+00:00 IST

Dog displays unique talent of fitting record number of tennis balls in his mouth

New York [USA], Feb 7 (ANI): A golden retriever just broke the most endearingly funny world record you would have ever heard of.

2020-02-07T14:55:04.152923+00:00 IST

Social media users copy eating habits

Birmingham [UK], Feb 7 (ANI): According to a new study, social media users are more likely to eat healthy or junk food after getting influenced by their peer group.

2020-02-07T05:33:29.463933+00:00 IST

Self-styled 'artist' causes panic on flight after faking coronavirus infection

Toronto [Canada], Feb 6 (ANI): A self-proclaimed 'artist' from Canada created panic on board a WestJet flight after announcing that he was infected with the coronavirus.

2020-02-06T16:59:37.932481+00:00 IST

Obese wild owl set free after 'strict' dieting

London [England], Feb 6 (ANI): An unusually fat owl flapped its wings and flew back to the wilderness after being put on a 'strict' diet by rescue workers from a British sanctuary.

2020-02-06T15:43:12.560767+00:00 IST

The single guy's survival guide for Valentine's Day

New Delhi [India], Feb 6 (ANI): Valentines Day is around the corner and for single guys who are figuring out a way to tide through it without spiralling into sadness and self-loathing here are some solid and time tested bro-wisdom from singletons that might come in handy.

2020-02-06T14:31:06.703938+00:00 IST

Millennial demand for upbringing plants at home is pretty high: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 6 (ANI): Being a good 'plant-parent' can be one of the biggest challenges to most millennials and here's why. After meta-analysing the millennial behaviour towards herbs and shrubs, the study, conducted by OnePoll in conjunction with Article, stated that 22 per cent are intimidated because they've accidentally killed one in the past.

2020-02-06T10:38:01.046173+00:00 IST

In a lesson for masses, Gurugram Police tells Shahid's 'Kabir Singh' how he can save Preeti

New Delhi [India], Feb 6 (ANI): Bollywood and cricket are considered to be two main factors which can influence the citizens of the country and taking a cue from that, Gurugram Police tried to spread awareness about road safety, using a still from a popular Hindi movie.

2020-02-06T06:46:22.604107+00:00 IST

Spoof 'Amazon Dating' website won't deliver a soulmate at your doorstep!

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 5 (ANI): A spoof website pretending to be a part of Amazon is offering to deliver young and attractive singles straight at your home address.

2020-02-05T17:42:42.040674+00:00 IST

Amul's new doodle on homecoming of Indians from Coronavirus hit Wuhan

New Delhi [India], Feb 5 (ANI): Dairy brand Amul dedicated its latest cartoon to the homecoming of Indians from Coronavirus hit Chinese city Wuhan.

2020-02-05T16:34:26.082709+00:00 IST

Sharing goals on public platform may keep you motivated after hitting failure: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 4 (ANI): A new research has suggested that if one shares his or her goals publicly, one's motivation post-failure might be persisted. However, this can only be possible if one cares about public opinion.

2020-02-04T09:05:46.399230+00:00 IST

Residents are benefitted by Green infrastructure and are willing to opt for them

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 4 (ANI): Stormwater management is a huge struggle for urban dwellers. Impenetrable road surfaces and buildings are the reason behind floods. And as a result, the water quality of various natural water bodies.

2020-02-04T06:55:22.258860+00:00 IST

Novel study reveals authentic behaviour at work leads to greater productivity

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 4 (ANI): A novel study advocates that authentic behaviour, which means not faking your feelings, is more productive at workplace and leads to other benefits.

2020-02-04T02:56:11.947285+00:00 IST