Psychologists say chronic nail biters may not be having a case of anxiety disorder but perfectionism. Though it promotes excellence, perfectionism has its pitfallsIt is extremely common to think that people with shadows beneath their eyes, caffeine addiction, and, most importantly, having a case of na...
11 Sep, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
In 2004, ESA grew rocket seeds on the ISS with André Kuipers; after four days, dark-grown seedlings were taller and yellow, while lit ones stayed smaller and greenA 2004 space project involving astronaut Andre Kuipers and schoolchildren explored plant growth factors. Thousands of students participated...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
In 2016, Sarah Richardson broke ground on an off-grid Ontario country house powered by solar; 9 months later, her family moved into the Starlight FarmSarah Richardson's creation, Starlight Farm, stands as a testament to self-sufficiency. Featuring an innovative off-grid design and solar p...
10 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
In 1997, NASA grew Brassica rapa on Mir for 122 days to test a full life cycle; seed-to-seed cycles succeeded, but space-grown seeds were smallerIn an exciting development, researchers have achieved seed-to-seed cycling of plants in microgravity environments, demonstrating gravity in...
09 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
0.05°C: India’s global warming share trails US & China, but the heat is onIndia's contribution to global warming is less than major emitters like the US and China. Research shows India's warming contribution has s...
09 Sep, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Germany beats US as top study-abroad choice for Indians as students chase cheaper degrees & clearer job routesGermany has overtaken the US as the top study-abroad choice among Indian students in upGrad’s 2026 survey, with preference for Germany jump...
09 Sep, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
Soak cut fruit for 10 minutes in 1 teaspoon of ascorbic acid per gallon of cold water; Penn State says vitamin C acts as an antioxidant to keep fruit from darkeningCut fruit quickly turns brown due to an enzyme reacting with oxygen. A simple vitamin C solution effectively halts this undesirable darkeni...
09 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
5 drinks that could beat green tea when it comes to blood pressure benefits, and they may already be in your kitchenHeart health drinks: Several beverages can be beneficial for your heart health due to their potassium content and plant compounds. For inst...
07 Sep, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
Think your morning coffee makes you mentally sharper? Study suggests caffeine may not give your brain the boost you expectRecent research questions caffeine's ability to enhance complex cognitive functions. A study found no significant improvement in mental tes...
06 Sep, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
In 1994, 300 young male fruit flies flew for 14.5 days on IML-2; repeated video showed their locomotor activity rose sharply while they were in microgravityIn 1994, fruit flies were launched into space, revealing significantly heightened activity levels in microgravity. These flies aged more ra...
06 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Scientists changed how people breathed and watched their brains respond — the unexpected finding could explain why we make different choices under pressureNew research suggests breathing rhythm influences heart and brain during decisions. Slower breathing with longer exhales increased heart ra...
05 Sep, 2026, 11.18 PM IST
In 2005, ESA exposed two kinds of lichen to space for 14.6 days; both remained metabolically active and recovered after returning to EarthIn a groundbreaking experiment, two lichen species, Rhizocarpon geographicum and Xanthoria elegans, showcased extraordinary durability by s...
05 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Psychology says people with more social freedom are far more optimistic and willing to delay immediate happiness for long-term successGreater freedom in forming new relationships within societies encourages individuals to forgo immediate pleasures. This relational agility ...
05 Sep, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
No protein bars. Salman Khan’s heroine, fit and radiant at 57, eats parathas for protein. One ingredient is India’s natural protein powder, can lower blood sugarIt is quite difficult for people who are vegetarians to have access to a protein-rich diet. Taking to Instagram, Bhagyashree, the heroine o...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.54 PM IST
Zydus’ Saroglitazar meets primary goal in global Phase II(b) MASH trialZydus Lifesciences said its drug Saroglitazar Magnesium met the primary goal of a global Phase II(b) trial for MASH, a serious liver diseas...
31 Aug, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Forget 10,000 steps, cycling or gym: Best exercise for taking care of your heart & improving blood circulationYoga may offer several heart-health benefits, including helping lower blood pressure, regulate heart rate and support healthy blood-vessel ...
31 Aug, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
A 2026 Australian study finds controlled breathing may reduce addiction cravings after scientists analyzed 20 studies involving 1,249 people; researchers found breathing-based interventions significantly lowered cravings for nicotine, alcohol and other drugsA new study found controlled breathing significantly lowers cravings for various substances. This simple intervention shows promise as a lo...
30 Aug, 2026, 01.01 PM IST