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Indian Railways wants zero alcohol in loco pilots' blood, but what if tests detect traces without drinking? The rule under reviewThe Railway Board is yet to decide whether loco pilots should face disciplinary action when blood tests detect very low alcohol levels desp...
For his good health, Amitabh Bachchan, 83, eats a leaf daily that can control blood sugar, obesity, arthritisAt 83, Amitabh Bachchan is fitter than ever. The superstar, who once revealed that he led a very unhealthy lifestyle where he smoked 200 ci...
Charles Kelley diagnosed with rare blood cancer: Lady A singer plans to perform during treatment; What is Multiple Myeloma?In a recent announcement, Charles Kelley from Lady A disclosed his battle with multiple myeloma, which was uncovered after suffering from u...
Japanese researchers in 2009 placed five men individually inside a dark room and captured a faint glow from their bodies, 1,000 times too weak for human eyes to see; but strangely, the invisible light wasn't constant: it grew stronger through the day and peaked around 4 p.m.Japanese researchers discovered the human body emits ultraweak light. This faint glow is invisible to the naked human eye. The emission int...
Princess Diana’s final hours: What happened in Paris before the crash that claimed her lifePrincess Diana died tragically in a Paris car crash at age thirty-six. She and Dodi Fayed had dined at the Ritz Hotel that evening. Pursuin...
What happens to your brain when you are sleep deprived: Science behind this phenomenon will leave you surprisedStaying awake for over twenty-four hours results in involuntary micro-sleeps, highlighting how crucial sleep is to our health. After just s...
A 2026 study of nearly 18,000 people followed for up to 30 years found that those with the highest blood levels of xylitol, a common sugar substitute used in gum, mints and toothpaste, faced a higher risk of heart attacks and strokesXylitol artificial sweetener: New research has emerged indicating a concerning association between xylitol, a widely used sugar alternative...
Hayden Panettiere: What happened to her brother who left her ‘heartbroken’ 3 years ago?Actress Hayden Panettiere died on Sunday, August 16, at age thirty-six. Her father announced the tragic news, citing profound sadness. Pane...
International Youth Day 2026: Why Indians in their 20s are facing diabetes, BP, fatty liverIn celebration of International Youth Day, we acknowledge the significant role played by young individuals in society, alongside their heal...
In 2018, researchers tested 50 students to see if alcohol could improve foreign-language speaking; the surprising finding won an Ig Nobel PrizeA study found that a small alcohol dose improved foreign language pronunciation perception. Independent listeners rated Dutch speakers bett...
Can you be charged with drunk driving if you only smell of alcohol?The Uttarakhand High Court stated alcohol smell alone is insufficient for drunk driving charges. Scientific evidence like blood tests is no...
Regulator DGCA puts stricter breath analyser test norms in place for pilotsAviation regulator DGCA has tightened breath analyser test rules for pilots. Repeated violations now risk license cancellation. Foreign pil...
Weekend parties can give brain bleeds, stroke risk, BP issues: Apollo doctor flags unseen effects of drinking. What's the safe limit?Heavy weekend drinking is leading to serious health risks, with Apollo neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar warning that young adults are increasin...
World Stroke Day: Get rid of these habits to reduce riskWorld Stroke Day is commemorated to educate people about the high rate and severe nature of strokes. World Stroke Day is marked on October ...
Kidneys disease: How to reduce Creatinine levels naturally?In most cases, the kidneys' functioning is hindered because of high blood pressure or diabetes. Both these factors are the primary causes o...
Can drinking alcohol raise your heart rate?Alcohol can also have pronounced effects on your cardiovascular system in the hours after you consume it
How much alcohol is safe in your pilot's blood: DGCA says zeroOne reason why so many pilots are caught drunk and then barred is very strict DGCA norms.
Want to cut down on alcohol? This tiny, injectable sensor might help youIt is powered wirelessly by a wearable device, such as a smartwatch or patch.
Diabetic? Daily glass of red wine can improve heart healthPeople with diabetes are more susceptible to developing cardiovascular diseases and have lower levels of 'good' cholesterol.
- Flight operators have to be free of alcohal before take-off
The government is finalising stricter anti-alcohol rules where aircraft operators would have to ensure that crew members stay off alcohol m...