Updated on: Aug 14, 2025 06:18 pm IST Men face more rejections on dating apps and blame women for being picky. But research shows it’s something else completely. The dating scene is full of assumptions, and one common belief is that women are too picky when swiping right on dating apps, which supposedly leads to […]
The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has found nearly ten-fold increase in whale stranding reporting over the last decade along the southwest coast of India, demanding region-specific conservation strategies in the face of climate change. Covering the data from 2004 to 2023, the study revealed that a sharp spike in stranding of whales from […]
Updated on: Aug 12, 2025 05:04 pm IST Study reveals the surprising power of gossiping among couples, how sharing stories together boosts trust, closeness Gossiping is not something that only friends do. Even couples do it. And it is not just meaningless talk or being overly nosy. In reality, gossiping has many untold perks, especially […]
Mangoes are a naturally sweet fruit. Because of this flavourful, tropical sweetness, people with diabetes are usually advised to avoid it, as it may spike the blood sugar. But just as with many other foods, the difference is how you consume it. Mangoes are naturally sweet and juicy. (Unsplash) A study published in the National […]
Exercising is well known for its health benefits, helping keep both body and mind in shape. A study published in Psychology of Sport and Exercise adds surprising new insights to these perks, addressing aerobic exercise specifically. Cycling at the gym is an aerobic exercise.(Shutterstock) Aerobic exercise is physical activity that increases heart rate and oxygen […]
Earphones are increasingly common nowadays among youth, from the morning commute to attending online classes, taking calls, or unwinding after a long day with music. They are a constant companion in daily life. But their overuse, especially at high volumes, can harm not just hearing but overall health, including physical and mental wellbeing. Earphone users […]
More than 70% of the labourers and 90% of agriculturists reside in rural areas. | Photo Credit: iStockphoto Just one out ten youths are salaried, according to a study by People Research on India’s Consumer Economy (PRICE). It also found that around seven out of ten youths are not graduates . Released on the occasion […]
Safeguarding cardiac health is commonly associated with consistent workouts and carefully planned schedules. Often, those who aren’t able to get enough physical activity due to tight work routines may worry about their heart health, wondering if they are falling behind. But, a study published in the journal Circulation sheds new light on this concern, and […]
A popular sugar substitute found in many kitchens may one day contribute to cancer treatment. A new study from Hiroshima University in Japan has revealed that stevia leaf extract, when fermented with specific bacteria, could help fight pancreatic cancer cells. Research on fermented stevia extract offers hope for pancreatic cancer treatment. (Freepik) Stevia, derived from […]
Rubber growers in Kerala use plastic covering to protect latex from rain during the monsoon season. A scene from Kerala | Photo Credit: H.VIBHU India’s external trade in rubber and rubber products has been upended after China’s WTO entry in 2001 with imports of finished goods outpacing exports leading to instability in the balance of […]
