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Earlier this year, researchers analyzed ancient Chilean mummies for traces of smallpox DNA. The evidence produced the first direct molecular proof that European colonists brought the deadly virus to the Americas- Popular social media star loses her life to bile-duct cancer. Oncologist explains what makes it so deadly: ‘No identifiable cause…'; what are some symptoms of this cancer?
- In 1974, a Spainish rancher imported 2,000 kg of American crayfish from Louisiana. 50 years later, it has become an invasion nobody could stop
- In 1991, the Soviets abandoned anthrax island, a bioweapon facility which still has over 90% chance of killing people decades after its creationVozrozhdeniye Island served as a Soviet biological weapons testing site for decades. Weaponized anthrax spores left behind remain a dangero...30 Jul, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
- In 1863, a deadly US massacre killed hundreds of Native Americans. 160 years later, the Shoshone are restoring the site of the attackIn 1863, the Bear River Massacre became the deadliest slaughter of Native Americans in US history, leaving hundreds of Shoshone men, women ...28 Jul, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
- 10,000-year-old disease that haunted Greeks and Chinese, weakened Civil War soldiers and caused 5% of 20th century deaths may finally have a weakness; Indian researchers find breakthroughScientists from India and Britain have identified a protein called Ark1 that acts as a control switch in the malaria parasite's cell divisi...27 Jul, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
- In 1789, one mysterious outbreak changed Australia's history; scientists may have solved itIn 1789, a horrific outbreak devastated Indigenous Australians around Sydney Harbor. Up to 70% of local First Nations people died. For over...23 Jul, 2026, 09.11 PM IST
- Ebola outbreak: Nearly 1,000 people killed in CongoCongo's Ebola outbreak has claimed over 999 lives, marking history's fastest spread. The virus has infected 2,473 people, with 737 currentl...22 Jul, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
- 'World wants me to die': Bryan Johnson to people after announcing his incurable autoimmune gastritis disease, claims he is similar to 'Jesus'Bryan Johnson revealed his Autoimmune Gastritis diagnosis, which he believes sparked global negative reactions. He suggests this response s...13 Jul, 2026, 09.08 AM IST
- Fallout from Venezuela's earthquakes turns political as opposition leader Machado seeks returnVenezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez faces a political crisis as her mandate expires, coinciding with the aftermath of devastating ...04 Jul, 2026, 08.06 AM IST
- Did malaria, not poison, kill the Medici brothers? New DNA evidence answers a 400-year-old mysteryCenturies-old rumors of Francesco de Medici's murder have been debunked by DNA analysis. Scientists discovered that both Francesco and his ...01 Jul, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
- Her husband died, then 2 sons, & then brother, all within 7 years; yet Odisha’s tribal daughter, once renamed by her schoolteacher, fought through grief to rise to India’s highest officePresident Droupadi Murmu's journey from a remote village in Odisha to India's highest constitutional office is a remarkable story of resili...20 Jun, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
- Death rate in ICE immigrant detention centers more than doubles under Trump, Reuters analysis findsFifty individuals have died in U.S. immigration detention since January 2025, a rate that has more than doubled since 2009. Concerns are ri...17 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Ozzy Osbourne: 'The funny thing is, I was never much of a fighter. Better a live coward than a dead hero, that was my motto...' British rock legend's life philosophy was to choose survival over performative heroismOzzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman and solo artist, is remembered as one of the defining figures of heavy metal, known for...15 Jun, 2026, 01.58 AM IST
- We want to foster peace, stability for people of Afghanistan: MEA reaffirms India's commitment to Afghan developmentIndia continues its strong support for Afghanistan, reaffirms MEA. The nation is focused on peace, stability, and development. This include...09 Jun, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Florence Nightingale: 'Rather, ten times, die in the surf, heralding...'- The 'Lady with the Lamp's' powerful words about courage still inspire the world todayFlorence Nightingale, a pioneering nurse and statistician, transformed healthcare. She gained fame as the 'Lady with the Lamp' during the C...30 May, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
- Gujarat: Sanitation worker dies hours after getting COVID-19 vaccineWhile the family members of the deceased said they suspect that the COVID-19 vaccine was the reason behind his sudden death, officials said...31 Jan, 2021, 10.35 PM IST
- Why the 'buzz' is never in their favourNo one will buy that mosquitoes are victims of a vilification campaign.22 Dec, 2020, 12.58 PM IST
- Three Indians among 42 new coronavirus cases reported in SingaporeThree Indian nationals were among the 42 new coronavirus cases reported in Singapore on Sunday, taking the total number of infections in th...30 Mar, 2020, 11.08 AM IST
- Malaria may have evolved 100 mn years ago & even affected dinosaurs, says studyMalaria is often thought to be of more modern origin- caused primarily by one genus of protozoa & spread by anopheline mosquitoes.29 Mar, 2016, 03.17 PM IST
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