Are you born with your personality? Scientists have uncovered genetic clues to the traits that may shape who you becomeNew research reveals genetic variants influence personality traits like extraversion and conscientiousness. These genetic associations are ...
03 Sep, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
Bengaluru earns, Chandigarh spends, Chennai borrows the most, Delhi is India’s biggest market: Study shows where Indians earn, save, spend and borrow the mostBengaluru tops the charts for household income and savings among India’s major cities, while Chennai records the highest debt-to-income rat...
03 Sep, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Winona Ryder: “I’ve been embracing aging. I always have, since I was a kid...” – Inspiring lessons on aging, self-acceptance, confidence, individuality and why growing older should be embraced by the American actress known for her iconic performances and honest views on aging and finding freedom in being yourselfQuote of the Day by Winona Ryder: Winona Ryder’s words, “I’ve been embracing aging. I always have, since I was a kid. When you’re the kid o...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.46 PM IST
Asian countries boost international student recruitment as US, UK, Canada, Australia tighten rulesAsian nations are increasing international student recruitment as Western countries tighten rules. China, Japan, and South Korea are expand...
02 Sep, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
8,500-year-old handmade scallop bead found 68 km from California coast became evidence that marine shell ornaments were reaching inland communities thousands of years agoAn 8,500-year-old handmade bead carved from giant rock scallop shell has been found about 68 km inland in southeastern Monterey County, Cal...
01 Sep, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
After 30 years working in cubicle and burnouts, a 50-year-old quits corporate job to make reels, now she earns Rs 4.7 crore in a yearAfter spending nearly 30 years working in insurance, a corporate employee quit her corporate job in her mid-50s and ventured into social me...
01 Sep, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
Three in four Gen Z professionals put work-life balance ahead of leadership titles: Emeritus reportNearly three in four Gen Z professionals in India prioritise work-life balance over leadership titles, an Emeritus study found. While 60% f...
01 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
Diabetes hurts men, women differently: Men face heart and kidney risks, women battle mental health crisis, study showsNew research reveals type two diabetes affects men and women differently. Men face greater heart and kidney disease risks, while women expe...
31 Aug, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
Miami researchers tested concrete that replaced sand with leaded CRT glass; a biopolymer helped limit lead leaching before durability damage raised concernsResearchers explored using toxic CRT glass in concrete mixtures. This hazardous waste contains significant amounts of lead, posing environm...
30 Aug, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
Married at 9, she lost her only son at 14. She braved being attacked with cow dung, stones to become India’s 1st certified female doctor in 1886Anandibai Joshi did not live to see her 22nd birthday. However, in her short life, she achieved multiple milestones, becoming the first cer...
30 Aug, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Scientists cored Clear Lake, finding ancient pollen records in sediment that reveal how California forests changed with past climate shiftsThe sediment cores from Clear Lake present a captivating window into California's forest history over the last half-million years. Research...
30 Aug, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
Psychology says people who read on screens rather than paper may remember information with fewer physical clues to guide themResearch suggests that reading on screens and reading on paper may not affect comprehension in exactly the same way. Studies have found a s...
29 Aug, 2026, 07.26 PM IST
Your 'Gut' may play a bigger role in Alzheimer’s disease than scientists once thought - New research reveals a potential linkNew research links gut bacteria molecule ImP to Alzheimer's disease changes. Higher ImP levels correlate with poorer cognitive scores and b...
29 Aug, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
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...
29 Aug, 2026, 08.50 AM IST
8-hour sleep rule is old and ‘too simple’, research says. Find out how much sleep do humans actually needThe popular eight-hour sleep rule may not be a fixed requirement for every adult, according to recent research. Studies of pre-industrial s...
28 Aug, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
A hotter planet puts 145 mn Indian children under greater stress every year: StudyIndia sees 61 percent of children facing extra heat stress annually. Global research shows climate change doubles dangerous heat exposure f...
28 Aug, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Bruce Willis: “Fifty is the new forty. I always thought my… – Inspiring lessons on aging, growing older, confidence, perseverance and why age is just a number by the American actor known for his powerful performances and deep insights on resilience and career growthQuote of the Day by Bruce Willis: Bruce Willis’s quote, “Fifty is the new forty. I always thought my best work would come in the years fort...
27 Aug, 2026, 07.49 PM IST