The one country on Earth with no mosquitoes has finally lost that titleIceland mosquito discovery: Iceland's long-held status as a mosquito-free nation has ended with the discovery of three Culiseta annulata mo...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
Is India winning the wrong battle on infant mortality?India's infant mortality rate has significantly dropped to 24 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2024. This progress is largely due to a surge...
02 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Spanish proverb of the day: 'Sometimes the remedy is worse than...' Life lessons on problem, solution, human nature, success and why one should think twice before actingSpanish proverb of the day highlights the saying “A veces el remedio es peor que la enfermedad” or “Sometimes the remedy is worse than the ...
28 May, 2026, 12.10 AM IST
Doctor reveals surprising link between ear hair and heart healthEar hair in younger men could signal heart risks. Dr. Priyam Bordoloi noted this connection, citing studies. Excessive ear hair, especially...
27 May, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Psychology says women often mature faster than men, and it’s not just stereotype or biology, but the truth involves a more complex reasonThe psychology behind women often appearing more mature than men suggests the explanation goes beyond simple stereotypes. Factors such as b...
23 May, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
PCOS now PMOS: Health condition that affects every eighth woman renamed after 14 years of misunderstandingPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to better reflect its systemic impact bey...
13 May, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
Who is S. Keerthana? Vijay’s TVK MLA who made history as the first woman MLA from 'fireworks capital' Sivakasi and sparked buzz with fluent HindiS. Keerthana, the first woman MLA from Sivakasi, has made headlines for speaking in Hindi to connect with a wider audience, a move amidst p...
10 May, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
WHO confirms five hantavirus cases on Atlantic cruise ship; warns risk to public remains "low"The WHO has confirmed five hantavirus cases and three deaths aboard the Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic. Linked to the Andes strain, th...
08 May, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Researchers identify the simplest way to help your cat live longerNew research reveals a startling truth about our feline friends. Letting cats roam freely poses significant risks, leading to shorter lifes...
29 Apr, 2026, 09.15 PM IST
Infanticide case at Foxconn exposes workplace welfare gaps, spurs calls for reformsA tragic infanticide at Foxconn's Devanahalli unit highlights critical gaps in mental health awareness, workplace support, and reproductive...
27 Apr, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
Male infertility is increasing daily; infertile men tend to have shorter life spans, says new studyMen are currently designated 'infertile' based on family history, physical examination, hormone profiles and semen analyses.
13 Oct, 2023, 07.42 PM IST
Loneliness may be fatal for your bones: StudyAccording to a 2023 study, loneliness can affect bone health in men. The study was presented at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society’s yearly m...
26 Jun, 2023, 08.09 PM IST
Mothers with PCOS 3 times more likely to have obese sons : StudyThe new research claims that PCOS related health problems can be passed from one generation to other.
08 May, 2023, 10.41 AM IST
Monkeypox is a health emergency now. Where could it spread next and who is at risk? ExplainedLast month, the World Health Organization declared monkeypox a global public health emergency.
08 Aug, 2022, 06.00 PM IST
Male fertility is declining - smartphones & plastic bottles are partly to blameMen today produce fewer sperm than in the past, and the sperm are less healthy.
02 Aug, 2021, 06.04 PM IST
Corona crisis putting women in danger? Females in India may have higher Covid-19 death risk than malesAccording to the scientists, elderly males and females both display high mortality risk.
13 Jun, 2020, 06.16 PM IST
Experts warn of malaria's adverse impact on reproductive healthExperts said on the occasion of World Malaria Day as they pointed out that, although rare, the disease can hamper semen quality in males an...
26 Apr, 2015, 12.39 PM IST