In 1969, NASA launched Bonnie the monkey for a planned 30 days in orbit; his condition deteriorated after about 8 days, and the mission was ended earlyIn 1969, a brave monkey named Bonnie embarked on a solo space voyage aboard Biosatellite III. Unfortunately, his mission was cut short due ...
28 Aug, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
This 1971 sitcom broke TV’s biggest rules. But now it is considered one of the decade’s bestAll in the Family changed the landscape of sitcoms by boldly confronting tough social issues. It shone a light on topics like racism, femin...
27 Aug, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Centurion Dinusha's dogged effort helps SL draw second Test; India win series 1-0Sonal Dinusha's unbeaten 133 guided Sri Lanka to a draw in the second Test. India secured the series 1-0 after winning the first match at G...
27 Aug, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
After six months, the Iran war has reached its endgame, a costly stalemateThe Iran war has reached a costly stalemate after six months of conflict. The Iranian government faces economic siege but believes it has t...
27 Aug, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
Who Was Kuku Kohli? Director who launched Ajay Devgn’s career dies at 77. All you need to know about his love story with wife Aruna IraniKuku Kohli, the popular filmmaker who rose to fame in the 1990s with his memorable Hindi films, has passed away at the age of 77. The news ...
26 Aug, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
Grip strength, gait may soon measure biological lifespan, says Dr Prateek SharmaGenes influence lifespan, but lifestyle and environment are crucial for longevity. Biological age will soon be measured by new indicators b...
26 Aug, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
Bangladesh govt must take immediate steps to end prolonged detention of Awami League leaders and others linked to former regime: HRWThousands were detained after the Awami League government stepped down last year. Many remain imprisoned without formal charges or due proc...
25 Aug, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
Gastroenterologist Dr Pal Manickam says one habit will help you burn fat even when you sleep. Research says it can also keep blood sugar in controlWeight loss can be a tedious, long process for many people. Gastroenterologist Dr Pal Manickam shared one foolproof tip to burn fat faster ...
23 Aug, 2026, 09.40 PM IST
Beyonce got back her perfect body months after giving birth through a 22-day vegan diet. This can help you lose 15 pounds in 3 weeks while eating pizzaBeyonce shocked fans when she appeared in the 2018 Coachella concert, appearing in peak energy and flaunting a perfect ten figure, despite ...
22 Aug, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
In 1991, 3 doctors died in duty rooms; people blamed inactivity, ghee & coconut oil, but Apollo's Dr Prathap C Reddy says centuries-old famine may have altered genesIn 1991, the deaths of three Indian doctors from heart-related problems sparked concerns about the rising risk of cardiac issues among youn...
19 Aug, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
Cardiologists share new guidelines on how to manage cholesterolUS cardiologists issue new guidelines for managing cholesterol. The updated US guidelines urge earlier identification and treatment of unhe...
18 Aug, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
Care Health Insurance rejected heart attack patient's mediclaim over ‘pre-existing diabetes, hypertension’: Court says these are ‘lifestyle diseases’; orders insurer to pay Rs 2.1 lakhCare Health Insurance has been ordered to pay Rs 2.1 lakh after a Delhi consumer commission ruled that rejecting a heart attack patient's m...
17 Aug, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
New cholesterol guidelines urge Americans to act earlier on ‘bad’ cholesterol and other blood fats to lower lifelong heart attack and stroke risk. Here's what you need to knowThe latest guidance from the US emphasizes the importance of identifying and treating abnormal blood fats earlier. This proactive strategy ...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
Bernie Marcus was fired from his job in 1978, then built Home Depot and an $11 billion fortune — now his foundation is putting nearly $30 million into heart research, reviving his early dream of medicineBernie Marcus was fired from Handy Dan in 1978, a setback that helped push him toward cofounding Home Depot and building an $11 billion for...
16 Aug, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Actor Madhavan agrees that golf is ‘good for the body and mind’. 5 benefits of playing the sport, as explained by an expertActor R Madhavan, lately seen in the Tamil biographical drama GDN, brought to light 5 remarkable benefits of playing golf. He pointed out t...
14 Aug, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
London's heart surgeon shares 5 things you can do in 60 seconds to help prevent a heart attack; people often ignore the last oneA leading heart surgeon reveals five essential habits to avert heart attacks. Key practices include steering clear of smoking, regulating h...
13 Aug, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
Sleeping with extra pillows can be comfy but can also indicate a deadly disease. Doctor explains why: ‘People blame reflux/poor sleep but…’While chest pain (also known as angina) or discomfort is the most common symptom of an impending heart attack, heart failure can be indicat...
12 Aug, 2026, 08.53 AM IST