Raksha Bandhan 2020: Quotes and wishes to share with your siblings

Raksha Bandhan is a day that celebrates the promise that we make to our siblings that no matter what situation arises, we will protect them and love them. Each year siblings come together on Raksha Bandhan to tie rakhis to each other and exchange gifts and sweets.

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Itolizumab: Antibody drug lowers risk of death in elderly Covid-19 patients

India’s Biocon Ltd said earlier this month it received regulatory approval in India for itolizumab for use in coronavirus infected patients with moderate-to-severe respiratory distress. It was originally tested as a treatment for psoriasis.

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Sleeping lions, terrible pain: Amid Covid-19, a new world without tourism

For growing numbers of businesses and individuals who depend on the global tourism industry, the question is not so much when the coronavirus might take its boot off their throats but whether they’ll still be around when business picks up.

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Knowledge a 'treasure' for Italy's oldest student, Giuseppe Paterno, who graduates...

At 96, Giuseppe Paterno has faced many tests in life - childhood poverty, war and, more recently, the coronavirus pandemic. Now he has sailed through an exam that makes him Italy’s oldest university graduate.

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Bus 142 from 'Into the Wild' finds a home at Fairbanks museum

An infamous bus appears headed to a new home at a museum in Fairbanks after being removed from Alaska’s backcountry to deter people from making dangerous, sometimes deadly treks to visit the site where a young man documented his demise in 1992.

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Amid Covid-19 pandemic, snazzy face mask fashion reaches Nairobi neighbourhood

Most of us have accepted COVID-19 face masks as an inconvenient, albeit necessary, safety measure. For the style conscious like James Maina Mwangi, however, they are an unmissable fashion opportunity.

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Unemployed, homeless, hungry: Coronavirus lockdown rules leave Bollywood's low-paid...

India’s coronavirus lockdown made little difference to Bollywood superstars but for the industry’s vast army of low-paid, unskilled workers it meant unemployment, hunger and homelessness -- with no end in sight even as shoots gradually resume.

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'The End': Heather Phillipson's ominous whipped cream art with drone, fly comes...

The sculpture by Heather Phillipson, entitled “THE END”, is the latest in a series of contemporary artworks to be displayed on the plinth over the past two decades.

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#ChallengeAccepted: Why the Instagram hashtag went viral, may be 'self promotional'...

The hashtag #ChallengeAccepted has been around for a while, and has been used to promote cancer awareness, spread positivity and is now being used to raise awareness about femicides and domestic violence in Turkey. But those black and white glamour shots are may just be ‘self promotional’.

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Happy Birthday JK Rowling: Harry Potter, Ickabog author turns 55, a look at some...

J.K. Rowling shares her birthday with perhaps the most popular fictional character of our time and also her own creation, Harry Potter. As J.K. Rowling turns 55, her creation Harry is all set to celebrate his 40th birthday.

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Buddy, first dog to test positive for coronavirus dies in New York

Buddy’s health declined steadily after he developed breathing problems and thick nasal mucus in April. He was euthanised on July 11 after he started vomiting clotted blood.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Young children carry high levels of coronavirus

Children younger than five carried major amounts of coronavirus in their upper respiratory tract, a small study published on Thursday showed, raising new questions about whether kids can infect others.

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Can't stop the music: Argentine child orchestras play on amid coronavirus lockd...

Children get together and play music online with their youth orchestra group. Some 1,500 youngsters, ages 6 to 19, from low-income areas participate in a 22-year-old music program. When the pandemic hit, teachers had to reinvent their classes to deal with slow internet and getting the children to play together online.

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World Breastfeeding Week 2020: Support Breastfeeding for a healthier planet

This global campaign was first organised by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF in 1992, in an attempt to raise awareness about the benefits of exclusively breastfeeding for the initial 6 months of a child’s life.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 31, what's in store for Pisces,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for July 31.

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Most women treated in New York City for gynecologic cancers not at increased risk...

Women receiving standard treatment in New York City for ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers are not at increased risk of being hospitalised for -- or dying from-- COVID-19 due to their cancer, a new study shows.

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Cape Town puzzled over easing of its coronavirus crisis

The coronavirus crisis in Cape Town, South Africa’s main tourist hub, appears to be easing and the authorities don’t know why.

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Scientists solve mystery of the origin of Stonehenge megaliths

Scientists have solved an enduring mystery about Stonehenge, determining the place of origin of many of the megaliths that make up the famed monument in Wiltshire, England, thanks to a core sample that had been kept in the United States for decades.

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Japan's renowned artists find inspiration from coronavirus pandemic

Some of Japan’s best-known artists are finding new avenues of expression in areas such as online communication and the environment, as the novel coronavirus outbreak sparks ideas as radical as renaming the country’s “Reiwa” imperial era.

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Here how Covid-19 may increase risk of blood clots in pregnant women

According to the researchers one of the many complications of COVID-19 is the formation of blood clots in previously healthy people. They said the female hormone estrogen also increases the chance of blood clots during pregnancy.

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Malaika Arora channels her inner 'patta gobi' as she dolls up for reality show following...

Malaika jokingly pointed out the similarity between her outfit and ‘patta gobi’ (cabbage), and captioned her post, “I take being vegan very seriously........ #cabbagepatch #gogreen #stylishlyGreen #PattaGobi”.

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On education, a positive blueprint

NEP promises reforms. The challenge is implementation

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NEP expands choice and empowers students

Issues such as transitioning between school and college, use of technology, and faculty training need more clarity

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Plush toys, jewellery, dance lessons — Broadway's side hustles amid coronavirus...

While stages remain dark, Broadway workers are finding ways to keep the lights on at home with side hustles. Some teach dance. Some offer music lessons or acting tips via Zoom. Some make jewellery or sell skincare products or handmade journals.

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In the quest for power, the ethical decline of the BJP | Opinion

The party is willing to use all instruments for absolute dominance, becoming another Congress in the process

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Hagia Sophia's history of conflict and faith

A government decree reopened the “jewel” of the Byzantine Empire for Muslim worship and abolished its status as a museum. The 6th century monument, which remains the main feature of the Istanbul skyline, has a history rich with symbolism.

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Unlock 3.0 rules get the right mix

It continues with a calibrated reopening, but has restrictions

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The decay of the Grand Old Party |Opinion

It is paying the price for its blind opposition to Modi, suppression of talent, and refusal to learn

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Last Supper: Mocking life-sized artwork of feasting Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu...

A statue in a Tel Aviv square of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu enjoying a “Last Supper” feast added new bite on Wednesday to mounting protests against his handling of the coronavirus crisis.

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WHO debunks myth about Hydroxychloroquine being potential cure for Covid-19

Present research done by the World Health Organisation (WHO) states that “hydroxychloroquine does not have clinical benefits in treating Covid-19.”

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 30, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for July 30.

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Here's how exposure to environmental chemicals may disrupt sleep during menopau...

For menopausal women who have difficulty sleeping, it might be because of chemicals in the environment, according to a new study.

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Here's how pessimistic outlook on life is linked to shorter life expectancy

People who are strongly pessimistic about the future are at greater risk of dying earlier than those who are not, a new study has found.

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Dusting off the past: London's Natural History Museum prepares to reopen after Covid-19...

London’s Natural History Museum is dusting off the blue whale that soars above its central hall, its dinosaur skeletons and thousands of other exhibits in preparation for reopening next month after COVID-19 forced its closure in March.

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Coronavirus: Air travel expected to not recover before 2024

Global air travel is recovering more slowly than expected and it will take until until 2024 to return to pre-pandemic levels, the trade association for the airline industry said Tuesday.

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Covid-19 pandemic: 'Second wave' virus fears strike blow to Europe's tourism in...

Concerns over a “second wave” of coronavirus infections brought on by returning vacationers are wreaking havoc on Europe’s tourism industry, particularly in Spain, following Britain’s effective ban on travel to the country.

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Happy Bakrid 2020: Eid al-Adha Mubarak Best Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images to...

Bakra Eid, Bakrid and Eid al-Adha are all names for the ‘Feast of the Sacrifice’. Since India celebrates a day after Saudi Arabia, except certain states, this year Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on August 1. Here are some wishes to share with your loved ones.

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International Friendship Day 2020: Wishes, images, quotes and greetings to share...

Friends are always around to lighten the mood when tensions are high or as an emotional sounding board when we need to rant about our life’s misgivings. Here are some quotes and wishes you can share with them, to express your appreciation, from the comfort and safety of your home.

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VSS Unity: Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic unveils space plane's cabin, poised...

For $250,000 a ticket, passengers who have signed up for the suborbital flight aboard the air-launched plane VSS Unity will strap into six tailored, teal-coloured seats and peer out of the cabin’s 12 circular windows as they ascend some 97 km above Earth.

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Gucci, clout, OK Boomer, deadass: Gen Z's slang decoded to ease your FOMO

It is understandably hard to keep up with every single trend that happens on the internet, even if you are a part of the newest high-tech generation.

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Social distancing, masks, downsizing: Hajj pilgrimage in the age of coronavirus...

Saudi Arabia has dramatically downsized the ritual because of the coronavirus pandemic, with authorities testing pilgrims and cutting their numbers from the usual 2 million to around 1,000.

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Creativity in the times of coronavirus: Here's how creative outlets helped Shakespeare,...

Amid quarantine and the coronavirus pandemic, we may be struggling to get out of bed, and relive the same day, over and over again, but it won’t hurt to get the creative juices flowing, especially for your physical and mental health. Read on about how creativity helped Shakespeare, and can benefit you too.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 29, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for July 29.

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Avante garde looks, dressing freely: Diet Prada pays heartfelt tribute to Japanese...

Yamamoto, best known for his avant garde looks, his collaboration with pop icon David Bowie and flamboyant designs, died of leukaemia at 76-years of age.

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Mediterranean Sea View: Banksy artwork about European migrant crisis to raise money...

The triptych, Mediterranean Sea View 2017, will showcase at Sotheby’s “Rembrandt to Richter” auction on Tuesday, and is expected to bring between $1 million - $1.5 million.

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Coronavirus pandemic | 43% Indians suffering from depression: Study

Ever since the pandemic hit India over five months back, followed by an unprecedented lockdown, stress levels have been on the rise with 43%Indians suffering from depression.

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Food of the Valley: Tease your taste buds with flavours of authentic Kashmiri d...

The enchanting beauty, snow-clad mountains of Kashmir is not only what defines “The Paradise of Earth” but also its exquisite cuisines that attract food lovers across the world.

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Coronavirus: Face coverings do not lead to false sense of security amid pandemic

The existing limited evidence suggests that wearing face coverings to protect against COVID-19 does not lead to a false sense of security, and is unlikely to increase the risk of infection through wearers foregoing other behaviours such as good hand hygiene.

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Coronavirus: Lebanon reimposes COVID-19 restrictions as infections spike

Lebanon reimposed severe COVID-19 restrictions on Monday for the next two weeks, shutting places of worship, cinemas, bars, nightclubs, sports events and popular markets, after a sharp rise in infections.

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Coronavirus: Sleep pattern of people affected in lockdown, finds a study led by...

The sleep pattern of people was significantly affected in the lockdown with many taking over an hour to fall asleep and many having reduced sleeping time.

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Comfy, cozy, chic define this season's coolest style

You can confidently step out in your active wear and loungewear. All you need is some imaginative styling.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Heart inflammation observed in recently recovered virus pati...

An analysis of 100 patients who recently recovered from novel coronavirus infection has revealed that nearly 80 per cent of them have cardiac manifestations of the disease, a finding which indicates the need for further research to understand the long-term consequences of COVID-19.

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Coronavirus impacted the wealthy way before it spread to immigrant communities

Wealthy, middle-aged people died in greater than average numbers at the start of the coronavirus outbreak, while later those from immigrant backgrounds died at a disproportionate rate.

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Coronavirus pandemic: Face masks thwarting face recognition tech

Having a tough time recognising your neighbours behind their pandemic masks? Computers are finding it more difficult, too.

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Here's how renegade protein interrupts brain cell function in Alzheimer's disea...

A new study has shown that dozens of molecules may tangle up with rogue bundles of tau, a protein that normally gives nerve fibres structure to cause brain cell damage that contributes to neurodegenerative diseases.

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Coronavirus: Evidence of SARS-CoV-2 exposure found in household cats, dogs

Scientists have found neutralising antibodies to the SARS CoV-2 virus, that causes COVID-19, in a small proportion of household cats and dogs sampled in Italy, suggesting that the pets may be susceptible to the disease.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Can you get the coronavirus twice?

Health experts think people who had COVID-19 will have some immunity against a repeat infection. But they don’t know how much protection or how long it would last.

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Coronavirus: Scientists identify immune system variation linked to severe cases

Scientists have found how misfiring of the immune system in some patients infected with the novel coronavirus can lead to severe consequences of COVID-19, an advance which may help identify those at high risk of dying from the disease, and suggest drugs to treat them.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 28, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for July 28.

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Eid al-Adah 2020: Traditional and unconventional recipes for Bakrid

Every year on Eid al-Adah, the food prepared is split into three parts, where one part is consumed by the family, the second goes to the relatives and the third to the people in need.

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On the economy, don't disengage with China | Opinion

India must consider its impact on domestic livelihood needs, modernisation efforts, and geopolitical goals

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As Covid-19 spreads, the silver lining | Opinion

It is a problem. But there is now enough know-how to help prevent it, and manage its consequences

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India will resist China's economic imperialism |Opinion

By opting out of RCEP, PM Modi had already shown the way. This is an opportunity for the domestic economy

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Why the new climate centre for cities matters

Already bearing the impact of the climate crisis, it can help cities bridge gaps

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Omar Abdullah opens the door

Restoring statehood can revive the political process in J&K

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Supermom Emily makes the most 'mom' invention ever for the coronavirus pandemic,...

Melbourne based mother of 7 invented the ‘wine mask’ as a joke and people all over the internet claim that it is the best invention to come out of the pandemic yet.

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Monday Motivation: Famous quotes to kick-start your Monday morning with a boost

“Only put off until tomorrow what you are willing to die having left undone.” – Pablo Picasso

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 27, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for July 27.

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Ingenious mask alternatives for the ongoing coronavirus pandemic

People all over the world are using ingenious hacks and tricks to keep themselves and their loved ones safe from the pandemic.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 26, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for July 26.

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Keeping up with Gen Z: Modern day guide to emojis used by the new high-tech gen...

In the case of internet slang and emoji usage; the trends and meanings change as fast as our mood during the lockdown!

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Modi rakhi, silk rakhi: Over 10,000 rakhis for Indian soldiers presented to Defence...

The rakhis are designed by women entrepreneurs for Indian soldiers posted at borders with China and Pakistan, amid its campaign for boycott of Chinese goods.  The rakhis handed over to Singh included ‘Modi Rakhi’ made in Delhi.

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Not this year: Great British summer getaway takes a pause due to coronavirus pa...

The first Friday after schools in Britain close for the summer is always one of the busiest for the country’s airports as families escape for the warmer climes. Not this year. The coronavirus pandemic has ended all that.

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How to repurpose cooking waste?

As environmental concerns take the spotlight, many are attempting to move towards a sustainable lifestyle, starting with food consumption and reducing wastage. Zero waste practices at a household level can be difficult but not impossible.

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Covid-19 exacerbates the risk of unsafe abortions | Opinion

The lack of safe abortion facilities will have an impact on both health and family planning long after the coronavirus crisis is overcome, both in terms of unwanted pregnancies and unsafe abortions. Planning for this now is the only option

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Art galleries shut by Covid-19, Brazil has a drive-thru art show

“DriveThru.Art” displays art works on 18 panels measuring 10 meters (33 feet) wide by 5 meters (16 1/2 feet) high by different artists in a huge shed that once housed a metallurgical business.

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Love in times of Covid-19: Dating apps navigate new norms with return of real-life...

While the pandemic has dramatically changed the playbook for in-person dating, especially in hard-hit area, it hasn’t stopped stay-at-home singletons from craving human connection.

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Happy Parents' Day 2020: Wishes, images, status, quotes to share with your pare...

Happy Parents’ Day: Here are some wonderful parents day wishes, quotes, poems and images for you to share with your beloved parents, grandparents and parent-like figures in your life and make them see how much they mean to you. Read on

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Eid al-Adah 2020: History, Significance and date in India of Bakrid

The festival of Eid al-Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice is a commemoration of Ibrahim’s absolute dedication to Allah. Also known as Bakr Eid or Bakrid in India, it is observed on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the twelfth month of the Islamic calendar. Read on .

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International Friendship Day 2020: History and significance

True friendships is based on the mutual understanding that no matter what circumstances, the bond between them would remain.

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Coronavirus crisis: France advises citizens to avoid Spain's Catalonia

The advice, announced by French Prime Minister Jean Castex, dealt another blow to Spain’s beleaguered tourism sector after Norway announced on Friday that travellers returning from the country would have to undergo a 10-day quarantine.

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Dogfluencers: Canine influencers take over Instagram after pandemic puppy boom

On the heels of the pandemic puppy boom, Instagram has swelled with a new crop of dogfluencers. If a pandemic is a good time to get a dog, it’s also a good time to build the dog’s following. Stuck at home, people are spending lots more time online.

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Brazil's Sao Paulo pushes back Carnival as coronavirus cases keep soaring

Sao Paulo, the biggest city in South America, postponed its 2021 Carnival celebrations on the same day that Formula One scrapped its next planned race. Carnival, a traditional multi-day holiday known for its colourful parades and raucous revelry, takes places in hundreds of cities throughout Latin America’s largest nation.

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For the first time in 60 years, female priests outnumber male ones in Church of...

The Church of Sweden has more female than male priests for the first time, according to numbers released this month, a sign of huge strides for gender equality since women were first allowed to be ordained in 1960.

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Here's how air pollution and regular exercise affect high blood pressure

Exercising regularly can lower the risk of high blood pressure, even if people live in areas where air pollution is relatively high

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Health, well-being and food security of families deteriorating under Covid-19 s...

The ongoing disruptive changes from efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19 are having a substantial negative impact on the physical and mental well-being of parents and their children across the country.

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Coronavirus makes changes in body cells that cause cells not to recognise it

The coronavirus camouflages. Because of the modifications, which fool the cell, the resulting viral messenger RNA is now considered as part of the cell’s own code and not foreign.

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Masked fashion models walk Seoul runway amid Covid-19

Models wearing a colourful range of face masks walked a runway Friday in South Korea’s capital, where health authorities are scrambling to stem a rise in coronavirus infections as people increasingly venture out in public.

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Rainy affair: Binge on these lip-smacking monsoon snacks

Monsoon is incomplete without treats that are just too tempting to resist. Here are some culinary hacks to cook for a flavourful evening.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 25, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 25.

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Coronavirus: Voices of mask-wearers and opponents around the world

The wearing of face masks is causing a cacophony of human argument around the world. Here, a selection of voices from the global debate.

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Rework flood control strategies | HT Editorial

Instead of construction, return to natural solutions

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China's assertion also reveals its fragility | Analysis

The obsession with nationalism, and its desire for respect even as it lacks substantive, strong allies, show insecurity

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Rahul Gandhi should either take charge or get out of the way, writes Barkha Dutt

The Congress faces a leadership crisis, an inter-generational tussle and lacks a political narrative

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The embedded patriarchy in arranged marriages

Arranged or otherwise, marriage in modern India continues to be bound by rigid social-economic-caste structures

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Coronavirus: Amsterdam wants nothing to do with Europe's tourism revival, asks visitors...

The return of crowds meandering through the city’s narrow streets could spark a new wave of infections, putting local officials in the unusual position of actively trying to keep people from visiting.

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Single or taken? Here's what your relationship status has got to do with your happiness...

People often think that they need to be married to be happy. The study authors revealed the answer to the burning question, ‘Is it better to have loved and lost? Or to have never loved at all?’ Here’s what they found.

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Dogs can sniff out coronavirus infections, study shows

Dogs, which have a sense of smell around 1,000 times more sensitive than humans, could be deployed to detect infections at places such as airports, border crossings and sporting events with the proper training, according to the researchers.

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Here's how a happy outlook can do wonders for your physical well-being

Good health and a happy outlook in life, though independent goals, can go hand-in-hand making a real impact on your overall physical well-being.

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Physical stress on the job linked with faster brain, memory decline in older age

A new study has found that physical stress in one’s job may be associated with faster brain ageing and poorer memory.

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Genes related to inflammation, stress may help tailor treatments for depression

In a breakthrough study, researchers have found genes related to inflammation and stress may help tailor treatments for depression.

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Coronavirus: WHO chief scientist sees no herd immunity yet

Dr. Soumya Swaminathan estimates that about 50-60% of the population will need to be immune to the coronavirus for there to be any protective “herd immunity” effect. This is usually achieved through vaccination and occurs when most of a population is immune to a disease, blocking its continued spread.

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Coronavirus: China millennials drink milk to boost immunity

In China the government is pushing people to drink milk to get more protein, a vital ingredient in building the body’s immune system.

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Covid-19 | Mothers unlikely to transmit coronavirus to newborns: Study

An observational study involving 120 babies born to infected mothers in New York found no cases of transmission during childbirth or after two weeks of breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.

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Coronavirus: Homemade face masks work best with multiple layers, study finds

Homemade face masks should ideally be made from multiple layers of fabric to trap the viral-laden droplets from the nose and mouth associated with the spread of Covid-19, a study found.

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Uttarakhand: Religious tourism hit hard by cancellation of kanwar yatra, low scale...

The cancellation of the annual kanwar fair and restrictions on the chardham yatra due to the COVID-19 pandemic have badly hit those who earn their living from religious tourism in Uttarakhand.

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Covid-19: Coronavirus protein redesigned in lab, may enable fast, stable vaccine...

Scientists have redesigned a key protein from the novel coronavirus which it uses to enter and infect human cells, an innovation that may lead to much faster and more stable production of vaccines against COVID-19.

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Insta-famous Gli the cat can stay even as Istanbul's Hagia Sophia changes

The grey cat with shining green, crossed eyes, has become a favourite with visitors, including former U.S. President Barack Obama, who was filmed stroking her during a trip in 2009.

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Understanding the hows, whys and effects of the coronavirus pandemic: Watch vid...

Out of the hundreds of known types of the coronavirus, there are only 7 that have an effect on humans. 4 of these viruses cause colds that result in mild, highly contagious infections that affect the nose and throat and only 3 out of those can result in deadly diseases.

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Enhanced and revised pictorial health warnings on all tobacco products from Dec...

It amends the Cigarettes and other Tobacco Products (Packaging and Labelling) Rules, 2008.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 24, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for July 24.

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Coronavirus: Gender inequality increases in media during pandemic

Gender inequalities in newsrooms have increased during the coronavirus pandemic. According to the survey of 558 journalists in 52 countries, the COVID-19 crisis had a negative impact on women’s salaries as well as on their work responsibilities, career advancement and private life.

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Here's how immune system treatment to reduce stress can prevent cancer metastas...

Researchers have found that the short time period around tumour removal surgery (the weeks before and after surgery) is critical for the prevention of metastases development, which develops when the body is under stress.

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Here's how neurons reshape inside body fat to boost its calorie-burning capacity

One can lose fat by eating less or moving more. However, despite studying it for decades, the biology underlying this equation remains mysterious.

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A fresher iteration of fashion week transmitted an air of fun or created a void?

Fashion enthusiasts back home to understand the future of digital shows and the experience of watching one.

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Pakistan returns 200-year-old gurudwara in Balochistan back to Sikhs after rest...

A 200-year-old Sikh temple that served as a school for Muslim girls for seven decades was returned to the Sikh community in Quetta, enabling them to worship there for the first time in 73 years, officials said Thursday.

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With no British tourists, cash-strapped Portugal fights for survival amid pande...

Usually packed with tourists at this time of the year, Vilamoura in Portugal is quiet on account of Britain’s decision to leave Portugal off a list of more than 50 countries safe enough for travel without restrictions.

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Pandemic precaution or luxury fashion statement? The $185 luxury face mask from...

Take a face mask, adorn it with jewels or attach it to a long, flowing neck scarf. What have you got? A pandemic precaution, yes, but also a luxury fashion statement that can cost anywhere from $87-185, which is approximately between Rs 6,500 and Rs 14,000.

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Instagram, YouTube for 'big people': TikTok gave rural Indian women fame, fun and...

When India banned TikTok, it closed a window to the wider world for legions of women outside the big cities that provided fun, fame and even fortune. The government outlawed the video-sharing platform, and 58 other Chinese apps, this month citing data security fears.

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Welcome back, but wear a mask: French resort tells tourists amid Covid-19 crisis

In total, France has recorded over 30,000 deaths linked to COVID-19. Months of strict lockdown have resulted in a big drop in the numbers of people getting infected, and the numbers in hospital with the virus.

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Roshni: Kashmir newspaper takes social responsibility to 'next level', distributes...

The newspaper, priced at Rs 2, was lauded on social media for its noble efforts in creating awareness, and several people pointed out how the newspaper cost a lot less than the price of a disposable face mask.

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Coronavirus pandemic jeopardises thousands of Spanish bars and restaurants

Spain’s cherished saying that there is “a bar on every corner” is in jeopardy with 85,000 drinking and eating establishments facing closure if a coronavirus rebound gets out of control.

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'Good progress', but don't expect first Covid-19 vaccinations until early 2021:...

WHO is working to ensure fair vaccine distribution, but in the meantime it is key to suppress the virus’s spread, said Mike Ryan, head of WHO’s emergencies programme, as daily new cases around the globe are at near-record levels.

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Promise and prevention: Experts discuss the race for a Covid-19 vaccine

Healthcare experts answer the burning questions about Covid-19 vaccine and discuss about the race to develop it.

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Never gonna give 'Rick Rolling' up with brand new Lego music video

From the signature hand gestures, the additional dancers, the shadows, even the backgrounds; it has all been animated in the Lego music video made by Domy13.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 23, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 23.

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New insights into different aspects of anxiety may help treat it effectively

While there is no definite cure for anxiety, a team of researchers sheds light on the source of unease and tension to help effectively treat anxiety as soon as the symptoms appear.

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Early menstruation linked to increased menopause symptoms

Early menstruation increases the likelihood of hot flushes and nights sweats decades later at menopause, according to a study.

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Amid coronavirus, social distancing Canadians eye new sight at Niagara Falls: crowds...

The tourist hotspot of Niagara Falls has gained a new photo-op for social distancing Canadian visitors on board ferries taking them into the mist of the falls: crowds of Americans.

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Covid: The State-citizen trust deficit

This distrust has shaped official communication, relief and the health response to the pandemic

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Undermining Sushant Rajput's tragic death

Interrogate power structures, but don’t launch a witch-hunt

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How PM Modi scores on political communication

He did not just embrace technology early; he has used it to deepen democratic accountability, reach out to citizens

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Safeguarding the autonomy of tribunals

Recent rules enhance the power of the executive and erode the independence of tribunals. Modify them

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Hariyali Teej 2020: Famous food items that you can enjoy this day

Women celebrate this festival by welcoming the monsoon with a song and dance ritual.

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Spiritual department introduces happiness course to address Covid-19 induced de...

In the time of despair caused due to Covid-19 when people are facing depression across the globe, people in Madhya Pradesh are learning how to remain happy in such a trying time.

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A reality check of the health sector

Factor in findings on infections, hospitalisation in policymaking

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A 'suitable' non-white cast for Vikram Seth's tome from Sunday

Starring Tabu, Ishan Khattar and Tanya Maniktala, the six-part 1950s drama shot entirely in India is directed by Mira Nair after Seth’s novel was adapted by Andrew Davies. A buzz has been building up before its screening, with the UK media highlighting its non-white cast.

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Coronavirus: Antibody levels in patients with mild Covid-19 decline rapidly

The findings raise concern that humoral immunity against SARS-CoV-2 may not be long lasting in persons with mild illness, who compose the majority of persons with Covid-19.

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Covid-19: HCQ, chloroquine do not show antiviral effect against coronavirus

Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, either alone or in combination with the antibiotic azithromycin, do not show any notable antiviral effect against infections with the novel coronavirus.

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Lab-made 'mild virus' mimics coronavirus, can aid drug, vaccine discovery

Scientists have genetically modified a “mild virus” which generates antibodies in humans just like the novel coronavirus, but without causing severe disease, an advance which they say will enable more labs across the world to safely test drugs and vaccine candidates against COVID-19.

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Phygital fashion: Valentino takes haute couture show to the circus in Rome

Valentino’s designer Pierpaolo Piccioli set his Of Grace and Light fall/winter 2020-21 couture show in Rome’s famed Cinecitta film studios, working with British photographer Nick Knight who remained in London.

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People more likely to contract Covid-19 at home: Study

By age group, the infection rate within the household was higher when the first confirmed cases were teenagers or people in their 60s and 70s.

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Lonar lake turned pink due to salt-loving 'Haloarchaea' microbes

Haloarchaea or halophilic archaea is a bacteria culture which produces pink pigment and is found in water saturated with salt, Agharkar Research Institute Director Dr Prashant Dhakephalkar told PTI.

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Kanye West's erratic behaviour, tweets about Kim Kardashian put spotlight on bipolar...

US rapper and apparent presidential candidate Kanye West has opened up in the past about his struggles with bipolar disorder. But his recent erratic behaviour has again called into question his health and treatment. What is bipolar disorder and why is it often associated with creative people?

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Covid-19 studies making you depressed? Here's why not to let Covid antibody studies...

Vaccines often don’t work well in immune-compromised people or the elderly, but if most healthy, younger people get vaccinated, the virus could die out from a lack of susceptible hosts.

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People stay home again: Barcelona limits number of beach-goers amid Covid-19 fe...

Barcelona, Spain’s second largest city and one of Europe’s most visited destinations, would typically have around 40,000 people on its ten beaches at this time of year.

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How many times did The Beatles sing the 'Na na na' chorus in Hey Jude? This pie...

Twitter user Bo McCready designed a pie chart to showcase the lyric composition of The Beatles’ hit song, ‘Hey Jude’.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 22, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for July 22.

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Nefertiti bust, Remembrandt masterpieces: Visitors bypass Berlin museums despite...

Berlin museums might house the iconic Nefertiti bust, the Ishtar gate of ancient Babylon or Rembrandt masterpieces, but they still trail global counterparts in popularity -- and the coronavirus is making things worse.

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Tunisia welcomes back tourists after coronavirus pandemic lockdown

Tourists are back on Tunisia’s beaches after charter flights resumed to the North African country following a break of more than three months due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Masked Mona Lisa, Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo: Artist recreates famous paintings with...

Genevieve Blais took to Instagram and started the page, Plague History, to recreate iconic classic artworks in the age of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Black Lives Matter: Racial discrimination adversely impacts cognition in African...

Institutional and daily forms of racism have been associated with increased risks of various conditions that can impair cognition, including depression, poor sleep, type 2 diabetes and hypertension.

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Here's why increased blood sugar levels likely to decrease benefits of aerobic ...

It has now been discovered that some benefits of aerobic exercise may be dampened by higher-than-normal blood sugar levels, a condition is known as hyperglycemia.

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Genes, cardiovascular health linked to dementia risk

Genes and cardiovascular health each contribute additionally to a person’s risk of dementia.

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Covid-19: New coronavirus vaccine candidate induces immune response in mice, pr...

Scientists have developed a COVID-19 vaccine candidate, which they say generates antibodies that “potently neutralise” the novel coronavirus in mice and primates with a single immunisation.

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Travel potato: Virtual vacations, fashion shows gain currency in coronavirus pandemic...

The new breed of ‘travel potatoes’ are not just browsing the net but actually booking holidays through major travel operators. So, you can drive around Berlin, walk through the Sistine Chapel or go up the Eiffel Tower.

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Jharkhand's tribal artists make traditional rakhis, urge people to buy 'desi' rakhis...

Tribal artists at Jamshedpur-based Kalamandir are making rakhis using traditional items for the upcoming Rakshabandhan festival on August 3.

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Is it safe to go to the gym during the coronavirus pandemic?

Experts say that it depends on where you stay. If Covid-19 cases are poorly controlled where you live, it’s best to stay away. But if you live in an area where the spread is being contained, there are ways to minimize risk when going for a workout.

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Here's how respiratory droplet spread Covid-19 in different climates

Respiratory droplets from a cough or sneeze travel farther and last longer in humid, cold climates than in hot, dry ones, according to a study on droplet physics by an international team of engineers.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Wave of promising study results raises hopes for coronavirus...

Early data from trials of three potential COVID-19 vaccines released on Monday, increased confidence that a vaccine can train the immune system to recognize and fight the novel coronavirus without serious side effects.

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Post-pandemic travel: The rich are looking to buy access to Covid-19 safe zones

The wealthy aren’t just interested in Caribbean islands where they can self-isolate on sandy beaches. They’re looking to Australia and New Zealand, countries that impressed with their handling of Covid-19.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 21, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 21.

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How the Black Lives Matter generation remembers Black civil rights activist John...

Of all the ways that John Lewis influenced American life and politics, his indelible impact on young people may be among the most enduring. From student activist to elder statesman, Lewis continually encouraged the nation’s youth to start “good trouble” — and modelled just how to do that.

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Salzburg music festival might have the solution to safe, live performance amid coronavirus...

Attendees are required to wear face masks until they’re seated, with the number of attendees slashed by about 50%. Seating is arranged in a chessboard pattern, meaning that even couples won’t be able to sit next to one another.

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Covid-19: Nursing home residents recreate album covers, making them more iconic

Residents of the Sydmar Lodge Care Home become rock stars through their recreations of iconic album covers.

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Here's why your brain forgets things it deems boring, routine

It is very common to often forget daily routines such as taking your daily medications or responding to that one email which you have been meaning to send. In a new study, researchers now found the reason for this forgetfulness

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Here's how stress in early life leads to depression in adolescence

While individuals taking stress are believed to develop mental health issues, a recent study has explored another aspect of taking early life stress.

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Shanghai to Chengdu: China's cinemas begin to reopen after six-month coronavirus...

Chinese authorities last week said they would allow movie theatres in low-risk areas to resume operations in a restricted fashion, a long-awaited piece of news for a leisure industry that has seen many other venues revive recently.

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Tie dye: Not fading soon?

The multicoloured stripes and swirls have become a hot favourite of international luxury labels as well as Indian designers. The trend picked up in quarantine due to its DIY nature too, and now we have tie-dye face masks!

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Brazil's Estoril Circus performers start drive-in shows to entertain amid coronavirus...

Inspired by drive-in cinemas, the circus, which has been in Brazil for 30 years, is providing drive-in shows to ensure that people get entertained while observing social distancing.

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Boryeong Mud Festival: South Koreans splash around in mud at home, as Covid-19 moves...

The popular Boryeong Mud Festival, halted this year because of COVID-19, instead became an online celebration of soil, with people from around the country enjoying mud pools and mud packs in their homes - and streaming the dirty results.

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Coronavirus: Ageing-associated inflammation may worsen Covid-19 outcomes in older...

Inflammageing - an age-associated phenomenon of increased general inflammation - may be related to the increased severity and mortality of SARS-CoV-2 infections in older individuals.

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Its $11M makeover complete, the Mayflower II is sailing home

The replica of the original Mayflower ship that brought the Pilgrims to Plymouth, Massachusetts, in 1620 is preparing to embark from Connecticut after three years’ and $11.2 million worth of renovations — and several months of delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Chinese artist Brother Nut holds his tongue in protest of pandemic...

To protest censorship during the COVID-19 outbreak, a Chinese artist known as Brother Nut kept his mouth shut for 30 days, using metal clasps, gloves, duct tape and other items.

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Somvati Amavasya 2020: Masked devotees celebrate around India amid coronavirus

Shravan, the fifth month in the Hindu calendar, is considered to be the most auspicious month of the year. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva who, according to Hindu religious beliefs, is the creator, preserver, and destroyer of this universe.

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The cat is out of 'The Hat': Singer Ed Sheeran rumoured to be mysterious Suffolk...

The people of Suffolk are in a frenzy, trying to figure out if ‘The Hat’ is actually the famous musician and Suffolk resident, Ed Sheeran.

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Teej 2020: History, significance, puja timing of this monsoon festival

Women around the country, celebrate this festival by welcoming the monsoon with a song and dance ritual, dressed in brightly-coloured clothing, applying henna on their hands and sharing stories with their family and friends.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 20, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 20.

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Stop the culture of resort politics

It undermines democracy and popular mandates

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How the UP government is demolishing the mafia

Earlier, criminals had political protection. Now, with a fierce crackdown, they are being punished and eliminated

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John Lewis: A champion of social justice

The US civil rights hero leaves behind a rich legacy for the world

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India must overcome the pandemic, security threat

Disasters and external aggression end civilisations. But there is an opportunity for India to emerge stronger

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Disentangling India's trade surplus

Exports are slowly bouncing back, even as the fall in imports in certain categories isn’t bad news

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Alice in Wonderland enters Quarantineland in this Bristol mural

Bristol gets new mural of Alice in Wonderland pulling back the curtain to peer into a house through a window.

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Post-pandemic travel: Top 5 unexplored places to visit in Uttarakhand

Shrouded in rolling mist and towering deodars, there are few mountain ranges in the world that can compete with the majesty and grandeur of the Himalayas.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 19, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 19.

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Promising approach to treating Alzheimer's disease developed

In Alzheimer’s disease, due to pathological changes in the brain, patients become increasingly forgetful and disoriented as the disease progresses.

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Tourism shows signs of revival with increase in queries but most travellers are...

Hoteliers and tour operators reveal that queries have started coming in from prospective travellers but most are still reluctant to travel due to the strict guidelines

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Cool plan: Better aircon can slow global warming

Making air conditioners and fridges more energy efficient and using more climate-friendly refrigerants can significantly slow global warming, according to a UN-backed report.

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Travel Coronavirus WindowSwap into the world: Enjoy the views of the world from...

WindowSwap lets you experience new cities and views, despite the pandemic, letting you virtually peer out of other people’s windows anywhere around the world, from New York to Shanghai.

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Happy Birthday Bhumi Pednekar: Take a look into the actor's iconic looks

Since her debut film Dum Laga ke Haisha (2015), Bhumi Pednekar has been absolutely rocking the world of Bollywood whether it is with her acting or fashion.

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Milan Digital Men's Fashion Week: Designer-models and a palazzo photoshoot at Gucci's...

Gucci abandoned the catwalk for the launch of its new “Epilogue” collection on Friday, opting instead for portraits of its designers modelling their creations and a 12-hour livestream video from its campaign shoot in a resplendent palazzo in Rome.

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Animal proteins more effective in building ageing muscles. Here's why

New research shows that animal proteins are more effective than plant proteins in supporting the maintenance of skeletal muscle mass with advancing age.

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Hypercholesterolemia: Low-carb diet beneficial for people with high cholesterol

People with hypercholesterolemia (a genetic disorder that causes people to have cholesterol levels two-four times higher than the average person) should eliminate, or reduce carbohydrates from their diet instead of fats.

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Curcumin in turmeric has antiviral properties

Curcumin, a natural compound found in the spice turmeric, could help eliminate certain viruses, research has found.

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Remdesivir, dexamethasone, hydroxychloroquine: New studies clarify what drugs help,...

Researchers on Friday published their research on the only drug shown to improve survival -- a cheap steroid called dexamethasone. Two other studies found that the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine does not help people with only mild symptoms.

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Coronavirus: Symptom tracker app reveals six distinct types of Covid-19 infecti...

British scientists analysing data from a widely-used COVID-19 symptom-tracking app have found there are six distinct types of the disease, each distinguished by a cluster of symptoms.

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Would you forgive a cheating partner? Survey finds that most would

An increasing amount of people are opening themselves up to new things as societal norms from the past are being challenged and changed. To a great extent, people are even accepting of adultery from their partners.

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Happy 38 Birthday Priyanka Chopra Jonas: The fashionista's best fashion red carpet...

Happy Birthday Priyanka Chopra: Priyanka was destined to shoot for the stars, one way or another, and her meteoric rise to success and global fame have earned the actor the title of ‘global dominator’.

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Is that sanitiser bottle safe for you to carry?

Recent incidents of sanitiser bottles heating up, when left in cars parked under the sun, have sparked a new debate on whether it’s a safety hazard to carry a sanitiser bottle in a car.

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The Taste with Vir: The Covid Puzzle

The more we live with the virus the less we seem to understand how it strikes.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 18, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 18.

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Coronavirus: Shoppers used to have nearly endless options, then came Covid-19

Thanks to a global pandemic, consumers are finding their once-endless array of apparel choices are quickly disappearing. There’s disruption everywhere and merchants are desperate to avoid accumulating piles of hard-to-sell items.

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Singing in the Dark: New book documents coronavirus pandemic through poetry

The poetic record of these rather strange times include contributions by Vijay Seshadri, Grace Cavalieri, Arundhati Subramaniam, George Szirtes, Chandrakant Patil, Anamika, Francis Combes, Rafael Soler, Jerry Pinto and Ashok Vajpayee.

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World Emoji Day 2020: Amul celebrates with new comic strip

Dairy brand Amul marked the World Emoji Day on Friday by dedicating a doodle with a creative comic strip.

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Fashion on your face! Covid-19 masks get stylish, with designs for every occasi...

Dull surgical gear has given way to masks that feature handicrafts, sequins, cheeky slogans and prints that match your outfit.

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Raksha Bandhan 2020: History, significance and date in India

Raksha Bandhan is a celebration of the pure bond that exists between siblings. The promise to always be there, to always protect, no matter what the circumstances.

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From Donald Trump to Black Lives Matter protesters: There's a mask for everyone

Masks made of cotton and other washable materials have become big sellers, and an emerging fashion item. However, while most people are wearing masks, there are certain requirements a mask must meet to keep you safe from the coronavirus. Read on.

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Don McLean's tribute song for Vincent Van Gogh lyrics up for sale for $1.5 mill...

A Los Angeles-based rare documents dealer said that the lyrics, scrawled in pencil over 14 pages with deletions and additions, are being sold by a person who acquired them directly from the American singer-songwriter.

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Here's how painting develops children's cognitive, artistic abilities

Painting is a recreational and creative activity enjoyed by children across the world. However, children’s paintings also serve as crucial artifacts of their perceptions, as they contain the sum of what children see as “essential.”

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Covid crisis: 20-minute coronavirus blood test invented in world-first breakthr...

The researchers said their test can determine if someone is currently infected and if they have been infected in the past.

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The key to slowing ageing may be in your genes,blood iron levels

The findings could accelerate the development of drugs to reduce age-related diseases, extend healthy years of life, and increase the chances of living to old age free of disease, the researchers say.

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Coronavirus: Physical distancing may help ease burden on hospitals, but only to...

Scientists have found that longer periods of social distancing alone are not successful when it comes to slowing COVID-19 spread, an advance which may help make better decisions in countries where a second wave of the pandemic is expected.

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Coronavirus: Hydroxychloroquine ineffective against mild Covid-19

The malaria drug touted by U.S. President Donald Trump as a COVID-19 treatment was ineffective for patients with a mild version of the disease.

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Glaucoma: Regular eye checks help detect damage before too late

People with early-stage glaucoma see the contrast of visible objects in a very similar way to people without the condition. The brain compensates for the changes in the eye caused by glaucoma when looking at objects with everyday levels of contrast.

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Covid Unlock: Tattoo industry struggles to ink business

The impact of the lockdown and the nature of the pandemic are such that tattoo artists and studios are still struggling to bring in some income.

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Mother's useful homemade hacks to help all you homechefs during lockdown

Mothers have innumerable tips and tricks that they use in the kitchen to make their food incomparable to anything else, and hence, ghar ka khana is special for everyone.

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Bundt cake: Is this the new baking fad after banana bread?

Dalgona coffee, banana bread, pancake cereal — the quarantine period has seen plenty of food trends. And now make way for bundt cakes, as their pictures surface on social media.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 17, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 17.

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World Emoji Day 2020: Have our words evolved into emojis as a form of expressio...

Emojis serve as the perfect addition to our day to day texting by adding a visual element to it.

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Vanity Fair cover, featuring Oscar-winner Viola Davis, shot by Black photographer...

The new issue of Vanity Fair featuring a powerful image of Oscar-winning actor Viola Davis marks the first time the publication has featured the work of a Black photographer on its cover.

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Here's how you should fast for weight loss

A new study has found that two daily fasting diets, also known as time-restricted feeding diets, are most effective for weight loss.

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Coronavirus: Scientists unsure whether recovered Covid patients lose immunity with...

Recent studies suggest that those recovering from COVID-19 may have antibodies for only a few months, a signal that long-term immunity is difficult to achieve, but some scientists disagree.

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Disney World's last two theme parks reopen to visitors

Days after reopening two theme parks amid a spike in coronavirus cases in Florida, Walt Disney World on Wednesday welcomed back visitors to two more theme parks that had been shuttered since March because of the new coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: 'We don't want them,' Mallorca says of wild-wayed, maskless tourists...

Authorities in Spain’s Balearic Islands ordered the closure Wednesday of bars and nightclubs in beachfront areas popular with young and foreign visitors, pulling the plug on endless drunken nights to the beat of techno music.

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It'll take all of our body and soul: Socially distant geisha struggle to survive...

Though the number of geisha - famed for their witty conversation, beauty and skill at traditional arts - has been falling for years, those who remain have been without work for months due to Japan’s state of emergency and now operate under awkward social distancing rules.

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KPOP in times of Covid: Despite coronavirus, 1 musical is holding auditions, on...

“KPOP,” a musical exploring the world of Korean pop, is conducting a video-based global casting call in hopes of being ready whenever live performances resume.

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Vandals deface Black Lives Matter mural with red paint in Cincinnati

Police in Cincinnati are asking the public for help in identifying the man who poured red paint on the block-long “Black Lives Matter” mural in front of city hall.

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Yoga, physical activity along with treatment can help reduce chronic lower back...

Yoga and physical therapy show a promising result among people who are already taking pain medication to treat their condition and those who did not fear that exercise would make their back pain worse.

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Coronavirus: Obesity and metabolic syndrome are risk factors for severe influenza,...

Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of severe disease from a viral infection. This is not surprising because excess body weight and fat deposition apply pressure to the diaphragm, which further increases the difficulty of breathing during a viral infection

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Here's why pregnant women living near gas flaring sites may be at higher risk of...

Women living near oil and gas production sites where natural gas is flared may be at a higher risk of giving birth preterm.

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Coronavirus: Distinct immune system pattern in severe Covid-19 patients identif...

Researchers studying the immune responses of 125 hospitalised COVID-19 patients have identified distinct immune profiles, or “immunotypes”, and showed how these were linked to disease severity, an advance which may aid in the development of novel therapeutics against the disease.

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Allow committee meets, virtually | HT Editorial

Parliamentary panels are essential; let them do their job

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Make local lockdowns conditional

Evolve a protocol on how these lockdowns, if imposed, must be used

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Why water and sanitation must remain top priorities

They are critical in times of a pandemic. Despite financial constraints, don’t cut expenditure and investment in these

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Covid-19: From the US, lessons on what not to do

Driven by politics rather than science, Donald Trump took a set of reckless decisions. Here are 10 lessons

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Neither East, Nor West, Only China

US policy pushed Iran to China, but it has a direct impact on India’s security, economic interests

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Masked fashionistas and distant models, D&G launches the Covid-era catwalk

Part of Milan’s otherwise digital menswear fashion week, the show on Wednesday will be watched by a select group of guests wearing face masks as the models stride down the catwalk a cool metre apart.

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Coronavirus: Without waiter jobs, what happens to creative New York?

It’s been the story for many a starry-eyed creative type looking for a big break in the Big Apple — wait tables to pay the bills while auditioning, painting, whatever it takes to make the dreams of success come true. But there’s been a plot twist.

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Covid-19 and the future of keeping fit

You can’t go swimming, gyms are still shut. You can walk, run, play non-contact sports, but even there, there are new dos and don’ts to follow.

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Face masks are now a form of expression

Apart from being used as a form of protection, they are also becoming a way to express our feelings and put forth our views on pressing issues going around in our society.

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Roposo, Chingari, Mitron: TikTok's family-friendly, India rivals boom with desi...

With Indian names like Chingari, Mitron and Bolo Indya, a string of small Indian TikTok challengers, have been notching up titanic user numbers since the ban on the Chinese apps. Some like the Moj app are barely weeks old.

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France says 'merci' to coronavirus heroes on poignant Bastille Day

Medics in white coats replaced uniformed soldiers as stars of France’s Bastille Day ceremonies Tuesday, as the usual grandiose military parade in Paris was recalibrated to honour medics who died fighting COVID-19, supermarket cashiers, postal workers and other heroes of the pandemic.

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Give a healthy twist to your favourite burger

Packed with nutrition and fresh flavours, prepare a healthy burger without the guilt!

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Italy returns Banksy's stolen Bataclan tribute artwork to France on Bastille Day

Italy on Tuesday returned to France a stolen artwork by British artist Banksy that was painted as a tribute to the victims of the 2015 Paris attacks at the Bataclan music hall.

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Coronavirus: Banksy's latest graffiti in London's Underground tube rail inspired...

England based-street artist Banksy, known for his subversive art, graffiti, and dark humour, showcased his latest artwork on Tuesday, and, yet again, it is related to coronavirus, prompting people to wear masks.

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Statue of Black Lives Matter protester Jen Reid replaces toppled UK slave trader,...

Marc Quinn created the likeness of Jen Reid, a protester photographed standing on the plinth after demonstrators pulled down the statue of Edward Colston and dumped it in Bristol’s harbor on June 7.

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Coronavirus: Key element of strong antibody response to Covid-19 decoded

Scientists have discovered a common feature found in many of the human antibodies that neutralise the novel coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: UK Covid-19 infections fell faster than thought in May

“It shows the impact our national lockdown efforts have had and demonstrates that we have taken the right actions at the right time,” Health Secretary Matt Hancock said in an emailed statement. “As a country we have made great strides towards beating this virus, but we mustn’t take our foot off the pedal.”

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Covid-19 | Profile of a killer: Unraveling the deadly new coronavirus

What is this enemy? Seven months after the first patients were hospitalized in China battling an infection doctors had never seen before, the world has reached an unsettling crossroads.

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Coronavirus: Hazmat suits for air travel are here

Naomi Campbell, famous germaphobe, stepped up health and safety measures, going a step further from the humble face mask and was spotted sporting a custom hazmat suit for stylish social distancing. Now, with the novel coronavirus pandemic showing no sign of slowing, travellers are taking note.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 15, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 15.

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Our brains remain active during familiar, repetitive tasks

A new research suggests that our brains are never at rest, even when we are not learning anything about the world around us. The research was earlier conducted on mice.

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Indian 'Parotta masters' await to go back to China

Nearly 400 ‘Indu Sui Bing’, or ‘Indian fly bread’ masters from Puliyur area and adjoining villages in Tamil Nadu’s Ramanathapuram district who flew to India in the months of January and February during the peak of COVID-19 pandemic in China are restless to return.

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Covid-19: Two antibodies from llamas that can neutralise coronavirus identified

Scientists have demonstrated that two small, stable antibody variants derived from llamas can neutralise the novel coronavirus in lab-cultured cells, an advance which may lead to the development of new therapeutics against COVID-19.

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Receiving money-saving gifts makes people feel ashamed

In a series of studies, researchers found that people reacted negatively to gifts that they were told - or that they inferred - were given to help them save money.

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Coronavirus: Bolivian sex workers bet on see-through 'biosecurity' raincoats to...

Bolivian sex workers in the capital La Paz are preparing for life in the age of the coronavirus with new equipment, including bottles of bleach, gloves and see-through raincoats, all of which they say will help them resume work safely.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Las Vegas entertainers dance, train at home, awaiting the stage...

Concerts, acrobatic shows, striptease dance revues and other performances that typically entertain tourists in Las Vegas have been shuttered due to the coronavirus, and though casinos have been allowed to reopen with safety measure in place, hundreds of performers are still waiting.

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Free Britney 2020: Here's why Britney Spears' fans are petitioning to end her c...

Seeing Britney Spears’ social media posts, over 134,000 fans concerned about her mental health have signed a petition asking for Spears to get out of the conservatorship, which forbids her from driving, getting married, spending her own money and more, without her father’s consent.

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Brazil LGBTQ group hides from coronavirus in Copacabana's Casa Nem building

The six-floor building is home to about 50 LGBTQ people riding out the pandemic behind closed doors. Self-imposed lockdown is one of few ways this traditionally marginalized group has found to minimize COVID-19 risks, while others remain vulnerable on the streets.

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Coronavirus: New York City subways sparkle, but does cleaning decrease Covid-19...

Mass transit systems around the world have taken unprecedented, and expensive, steps to curb the spread of the coronavirus, including New York shutting down its subways overnight and testing powerful ultraviolet lamps to disinfect seats, poles and floors.

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It's print-on-print galore for men

Our male celebrities are embracing the print-on-print trend more than before. What makes this trend a hit? Fashion experts reveal.

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5 effective fat burning exercises you can do at home

You don’t really need those heavy gym equipment to keep you fit. Here are five easy exercises you can perform daily at home for 30 minutes to help you stay in shape.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 14, what's in store for Cancer,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Cancer, Pisces, Capricorn, Aries, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 14.

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Body Positivity: The movement on a mission to change the way we see ourselves

The Body Positivity Movement is rooted in people’s want and need to be able to accept themselves and those around them as they are rather than what popular media would like us to be.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 13, what's in store for Aries,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 13.

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Covid-19: Here's how you can help your children cope with pandemic stress, according...

Considering how young and unaware they are, the responsibility to educate, nourish and protect them falls on the adults they live with. WHO has issued a guideline to aid you in better providing for your children.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 12, what's in store for Cancer,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Cancer, Pisces, Capricorn, Aries, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 12.

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Gender and wealth-driven disparities affect Indian children's school performance

Poorer children in India continue to experience educational disadvantages compared to children from wealthier households, with girls being more adversely affected than boys, according to a new study.

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Dating in the times of Covid-19: Tips to keep the romance alive

The lockdown should not keep you from forming meaningful connections with other people. Even with coronavirus as a constant third wheel, people are taking to online dating in order to keep their love-lives alive.

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India needs to rethink housing for the poor

The pandemic has shown that homes are not just living spaces, but also productive spaces

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Valentina Sampaio makes history as first trans model to feature in Sports Illus...

Valentina Sampaio, a Brazilian model has made history by becoming the first ever transgender model to feature in the swimsuit issue of Sports Illustrated magazine.

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Ensure mental health care is a top priority

The coronavirus has occasioned a rethink in our health care systems and infrastructure in general. It is now time to put mental health into the mix and prepare for the future which will bring many more challenges on this front

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The big questions, and answers, on Covid-19

I’m prepared to bet the issues I’ve raised will keep popping up in our public discourse. If not the government, the media will raise them. When they do, it will help sort out meaningful information from mere detail and guff

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Vikas Dubey: How India is dysfunctional by demand

And it is dysfunctional, because it suits everyone — including those meant to protect it — that it remains so

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Louis Vuitton quits Paris to show in China and Japan

The label’s American designer Virgil Abloh said the spring 2021 collection will be unveiled in Shanghai on August 6 and in Japan afterwards.

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Zimbabwe's only bird sanctuary has 400 species, not enough tourists

The southern African country’s only bird park has survived tumultuous times, including violent land invasions and a devastating economic collapse but the outbreak of coronavirus is proving a stern test.

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Saudi mountains, Crimean beaches beckon domestic holidaymakers for Covid stayca...

Along with countries around the world that are trying to recoup some of their tourism losses through domestic travel, the government leaned into the disruption, stoking patriotic sentiment with calls for a “Saudi summer.”

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Coronavirus: High blood sugar without previous diabetes diagnosis linked to Covid-19...

Blood sugar testing and control should be recommended to all COVID-19 patients even if they do not have pre-existing diabetes, as most COVID-19 patients are prone to glucose metabolic disorders.

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Season of two viruses? Scientists worried that dengue outbreak may aggravate Covid-19...

As dengue season sets in across large parts of India with the onset of the monsoon, scientists warn that COVID-19 and the mosquito-borne disease have overlapping symptoms and worry the country’s healthcare infrastructure won’t be able to cope with this double whammy.

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Sonam Kapoor Ahuja gets fans to recreate her iconic fashion looks to escape boredom...

Sonam took to her Instagram and wrote about how she was missing getting dressed up for shoots, and made up a fun game for her fans who have also been cooped up at home on account of the lockdown imposed because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Praying away the gay: Instagram bans 'conversion therapy' content as opposition...

The social media giant announced earlier this year it would no longer allow adverts for conversion therapy services, which can range from counselling and ‘praying away the gay’ to electric shocks and sexual violence.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Working memory capacity plays major role in social distancing...

The researchers found individuals with higher working memory capacity have an increased awareness of benefits over costs of social distancing and, subsequently, show more compliance with recommended social distancing guidelines during the early stage of the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Coronvirus pandemic: England eases virus rules to open gyms, pools, allow outdoor...

England will allow gyms, pools and beauty salons to reopen and outdoor arts performances to resume as the country continues to emerge from months of restrictions imposed to stop the spread of coronavirus.

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Covid-19: WHO official cites AIDS as guide to addressing coronavirus pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic, which has not yet peaked in many parts of the world, has exposed weaknesses and left billions of people without reliable and affordable access to essential health services.

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Workplace discrimination on basis of gender, race, sexuality allowed in most co...

Discrimination at work persists across countries, but there is powerful evidence that anti-discrimination laws can make a difference.

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From reducing dark circles to treating sunburns: Here's how potatoes help in sk...

Potatoes can even out your skin tone, brighten it and get rid of dark spots as they contain an enzyme called ‘catecholase’.

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Uttarakhand's famous 'stone pelting' fair cancelled due to Covid-19

The fair called Bagwal, held in Champawat district, every year has been cancelled this year due to the Covid epidemic.

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Little counselling can go a long way for high school kids, study finds

Mental health problems are a leading health concern for young people in India, with suicide as the leading cause of death for 15–24 year-olds.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 11, what's in store for Cancer,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Cancer, Capricorn, Aries, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 11.

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How PM Modi called China's bluff in Ladakh | Opinion

Xi Jinping is on an expansionist spree. But India has set the momentum for resistance. Others are joining in

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Paris Haute Couture Week: Video won't kill the catwalk say critics of first digital...

Forced online for the first time in its history by the coronavirus pandemic, brands both in haute couture and the Paris men’s fashion week presented videos of their collections instead.

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Here's how brain activity evolves fear into anxiety

Until now, psychiatrists had little information about what goes on in the brain after a fearful experience, and why some people don’t easily recover and remain anxious, for even as long as the rest of their lives.

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No fireworks, parades or close-ups with Mickey Mouse as Disney World reopens

There will be no firework shows or parades — those would draw too many people together — and both visitors and employees will be getting temperature checks when they enter.

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Scientists discover protective Alzheimer's gene, develop rapid drug-testing pla...

In breakthrough research, a gene has been discovered that can naturally suppress the signs of Alzheimer’s disease in human brain cells.

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All Work and Play: Barbados to allow yearlong stay for remote workers as travel...

Prime Minister Mia Mottley announced that Barbados may be playing host to remote workers from around the world for an entire year’s worth for workation as travel restrictions relax.

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Covid-19: Pasteurising breast milk may inactivate novel coronavirus. Here's how

According to a study, pasteurising breast milk at 62.5 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes inactivates the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19, making it safe for consumption by babies.

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Alaya F's home made coffee mask is perfect to get rid of dark circles, puffiness...

The caffeine in coffee helps reduce the appearance of cellulite and the antioxidants in it have a calming effect. Coffee also reduces skin inflammation after you’ve been out in the sun for too long. Read on about its many benefits.

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Coronavirus: Tuberculosis vaccine may help in reducing Covid-19 deaths

A century-old tuberculosis vaccine, the Bacille Calmette-Guerin, or BCG, may play a role in reducing death due to Covid-19 infection.

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Covid-19: Foetal coronavirus infection is possible

A small study strengthens evidence that a pregnant woman infected with the coronavirus might be able to spread it to her foetus.

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Coronavirus crisis: Masks mandatory at Mickey's when Disneyland Paris reopens

Like other major Paris attractions such as the Versailles palace and the Louvre museum, Europe’s most visited theme park will limit capacity and impose a minimum distance of one metre between visitors to prevent infection risk.

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World Population Day 2020: Raising awareness about the health and rights of women...

World Population Day is observed in an attempt to raise awareness about the importance of family planning, adoption, gender equality, poverty, maternal health and human rights.

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Coronavirus outbreak: New York tattoo parlours reopen, face masks mandatory

It’s legal once again to go to a tattoo parlour in New York and get inked just about anywhere on your body - except under the face mask still required as the city reopens after once being the epicenter of the U.S. coronavirus outbreak.

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Covid-19 crisis | Indoor airborne spread of coronavirus possible: WHO

The WHO is acknowledging the possibility that COVID-19 might be airborne under certain conditions — after more than 200 scientists urged the agency to do so. WHO has long dismissed the possibility that the coronavirus is spread in the air except for certain risky medical procedures.

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Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for July 10, what's in store for Cancer,...

Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Gemini, Cancer, Pisces, Capricorn, Aries, Leo and other zodiac signs for July 10.

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Covid-19: Disneyland issues safety guidelines as it prepares to reopen on July ...

Disneyland to reopen to the public July 11 onwards, safety protocols have been put in place to prevent further outbreak of the coronavirus.

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Here's how good gut bacteria help reduce the risk for heart disease

One of the good bacteria found in the human gut has a benefit that has remained unrecognized until now -- the potential to reduce the risk for heart disease.

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Yo Yo Honey Singh: Meri wife apne haath mein chhadi pakad kar cardio karati hai...

Opening up about his recent posts on Instagram, Yo Yo Honey Singh talks to us about following a strict work-out regime and diet, which helped him lose 16 kgs over two years, while also taking medication for bipolar disorder.

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JK Rowling, Margaret Atwood, Salman Rushdie among 150 artists, activists to raise...

Acclaimed authors such as Salman Rushdie, J K Rowling and Margaret Atwood are among around 150 writers, artists and activists to sign an open letter, warning against the rise of “forces of illiberalism” impacting free speech.

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