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Why do people snore? Causes, symptoms, risks and how to stop snoringSnoring, often dismissed as a mere annoyance, can signal underlying health issues like sleep apnea. The sound arises from obstructed breath...
Anxious about ageing? Worrying about growing older may actually accelerate the process; here are ways to slow it downWorrying about ageing itself might be accelerating the process, a study on midlife women suggests. Beyond common factors like sun exposure ...
Psychology says people who keep their lights on while sleeping aren't afraid of the dark, they may be fighting a different battle of control and comfort inside their mindsSleeping with the lights on is rarely an arbitrary habit. Psychology suggests that everyday behaviors often serve as clues to deeper emotio...
Quote of the day by American rapper Snoop Dogg: 'You might not have car or a big gold chain, stay true to yourself and things will change'Rapper Snoop Dogg is gearing up for a biopic, but his enduring message about success remains potent. He emphasises that true achievement li...
Humans are not wired for stress and screens: New study reveals what our bodies actually evolved for as modern life is breaking usModern life may feel overwhelming because human biology has not kept pace with rapid industrial and technological change, according to a ne...
HC rejects mosque's plea to use loudspeaker, says no religion mandates prayers with voice amplifiersThe Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court denied a mosque permission to use loudspeakers for prayers. The court stated that using amplifier...
States, step up in pollution mitigationIndia's environment ministry has utilized less than 1% of the ₹858 crore allocated for a key pollution control scheme as of late FY25. Desp...
The quiet revolution: How electric vehicles are redefining urban soundscapesIndia had 21.7 lakh EVs on road, 0.6% of total vehicles. Planners focus on noise reduction, greenery. Tech advances drive EV market growth....
Switching off your phoneThe incessant pinging and buzzing that accompanies an active smartphone can lead to a state of chronic distraction, negatively impacting yo...
From chronic pain to anxiety, four reasons why cats urinate on rugsNo the kitties aren't trying to irritate or punish us. So let's forget the human rhetoric and delve into five reasons your cat might be pee...
Negative effects of chronic noise: Unpleasant sounds in your surroundings can cause stress, takes years off your lifeChronic noise, such as that heard in neighbourhoods near highways, can lead to inflammation, high blood pressure, and plaque buildup in art...
Dealing with hearing loss? Studies warn against using personal listening devices for long periods of timeAccording to scientists, constant use of personal listening devices like headphones or earphones over a long period of time could gradually...
Air pollution & carbon dioxide emissions can affect the quality of sleep, reveals studyYes, pollution can cause sleeping troubles!
Air pollution, heat linked to lower sleep quality, study finds
Do you hear ringing sound in your ears? This could be the reasonTinnitus is a common problem where a person experiences a ringing, roaring, clicking, or buzzing sound in the ears. This sound can be soft,...
One more cup of coffee for the road?It’s hard to decide whether to drink it or not, given the contradictory noises.
Fish exposed to noise pollution likely to die early: StudyFish stressed by noise are less able to fight off disease while prolonged exposure can lead to an early death, according to research publis...
Traffic noise affects bird physiology and reproductive health: StudyThe study, published in the journal Conservation Biology, noted that the chicks of noise-exposed birds were smaller than the young ones fro...
Exposed to traffic noises for a prolonged period of time? It may up obesity riskSustained exposure to noise pollution is a widespread public health problem.
- Enhanced noise pollution ensures Mumbai never sleeps
Recent civic reports on Mumbai’s environment show that noise levels in residential areas have steadily increased during the day as well as ...