LIFESTYLE
Zara ads banned in UK for featuring ‘unhealthily thin’ models
The UK Advertising Standards Authority has ruled Zara’s recent ads irresponsible, citing models whose styling accentuated protruding collarbones and a gaunt appearance
LIFESTYLE
Beyoncé’s Levi’s campaign sparks new debate around Sydney Sweeney’s controversial denim ad
Beyoncé’s bold denim campaign appears to subtly respond to the backlash against Sydney Sweeney’s “genes vs jeans” ad—raising questions about race, representation, and marketing in fashion.
LIFESTYLE
India's forgotten sweets: 8 traditional desserts on the brink of extinction
As modern desserts take center stage, many traditional Indian mithais are quietly disappearing from our plates — and from public memory. Here’s a look at eight near-extinct sweets from across the country.
LIFESTYLE
What is the Feynman Technique? The 4-step formula to learn anything faster
Named after Nobel laureate Richard Feynman, this easy-to-follow technique helps you move from rote memorisation to true understanding—useful for students, professionals and lifelong learners.
HEALTH-AND-FITNESS
Overthinking is India's new normal: 81% Indians say they overthink for 3 hours daily
From food choices to Instagram stories, a new study by Center Fresh and YouGov finds overthinking is now a daily ritual for most Indians
LIFESTYLE
Friendship Day 2025: 10 simple habits to keep friendships alive when life gets busy
Friendships are key to emotional wellbeing—but adult life can make it hard to keep in touch. Here’s how small efforts can go a long way in staying connected.
HEALTH-AND-FITNESS
Is hearing loss linked to dementia? New research says yes
Rising evidence shows untreated hearing loss may account for nearly 32% of dementia cases. Experts advocate regular hearing checks and timely intervention to support brain health.
HEALTH-AND-FITNESS
Justin Timberlake diagnosed with Lyme Disease: What is this tick-borne illness? Symptoms, risks & prevention
Justin Timberlake recently revealed his struggle with Lyme disease, joining a growing list of celebrities including Bella Hadid and Justin Bieber battling the tick-borne infection. Here’s what Lyme disease is, its symptoms, and why early detection is crucial.
HEALTH-AND-FITNESS
5 common foods you should stop eating for healthy kidney
Healthy individuals may unknowingly strain their kidneys with everyday staples—experts warn against high-sodium, high-phosphorus, and high-potassium foods for long-term renal wellness.
HEALTH-AND-FITNESS
Pregnancy in the Liver? India's first case of rare Intrahepatic ectopic pregnancy
Only 8 such cases have ever been reported worldwide. UP's 30-year-old woman from Bulandshahr is now under tight medical watch as experts prepare for a rare condition where the embryo gets implanted on liver instead of the uterus.
HEALTH-AND-FITNESS
Is juice only diet risky? Here's what experts warn
After a 17-year-old dies reportedly following a fruit juice-only diet, doctors warn against extreme detox trends and call for caution around social media-driven health fads.
HEALTH-AND-FITNESS
Is Dal Baati Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of this Rajasthani staple
Dal Baati, the beloved comfort food from Rajasthan, can be both soulful and nutritious—if made the right way. Here’s how to enjoy it without compromising your health.
HEALTH-AND-FITNESS
Zero-Cost Gut Hack: UK surgeon shares how to beat bloating by simply spacing out meals
A common but discomforting digestive problem like bloating can affect mood and energy levels. NHS surgeon, Dr Rajan shares simple, zero-cost hacks to maintain a healthy gut in today's fast-paced world.
SCIENCE
Blue Ghost lunar lander to make historic touchdown on March 2, kicking off series of major Moon missions
The Moon’s cold, quiet surface is about to come alive as several missions race toward their lunar landings
SCIENCE
Earth’s inner core changing shape? Scientists reveal it may have 'deformed by over 100 meters'
New research suggests that Earth's inner core, long believed to be stable, may be undergoing structural changes, including a possible shift in shape, shedding light on the mysteries beneath the planet's surface
SCIENCE
Odds of impact of newly discovered asteroid rise increase slightly again
Initially, the probability of an impact was 1 in 83, which represented a 1.2% chance of collision. The odds have now increased to 1 in 43, or a 2.3% chance of impact.
SCIENCE
UN Agencies track 2024 YR4 asteroid as 2032 collision risk remains low
YR4 is currently rated a 3 out of 10 on the Torino Impact Hazard Scale, which signals a close approach and the need for ongoing monitoring, with a probability of impact greater than 1%.
SCIENCE
This 200-foot newly discovered asteroid has 1-in-83 risk of hitting Earth, warns NASA. Check details
The asteroid 2024 YR4 is expected to come within about 66,000 miles (106,200 kilometers) of Earth
SCIENCE
Mysterious patches in Northern Lights: What's happening in Earth's upper atmosphere
Scientists believe the glow could be the result of unique chemical changes triggered by the energy from the auroras.
WORLD
Trump pulls out of Paris Climate Agreement again: What will be the impact on global climate targets
This marks the second time Trump has initiated the withdrawal, having first done so in 2017 during his previous term
SCIENCE
Aditya-L1: Researchers uncover key insights into Sun's Corona
The findings published in 'The Astrophysical Journal Letters' provide key insights into the Sun’s corona and its influence on space weather
SCIENCE
Why ISRO’s SpaDEX Mission can be a game-changer for future projects?
The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDEX), scheduled for launch in mid-December 2024, will mark India’s first mission to showcase autonomous docking technology in space
SCIENCE
ISRO’s PSLV-C59 launches ESA's Proba-3 to study the Sun’s mysterious corona
The mission's primary aim is to explore the unexplored gap between the inner and outer radii of the Sun's corona
INDIA
ISRO's ESA Proba-3 launch postponed: Here's what we know so far
The mission, initially scheduled for 4:08 pm IST on December 4, was delayed to 4:12 pm on December 5 due to an anomaly in the PROBA-3 spacecraft. ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher reported that an anomaly occurred in the redundant propulsion system of the Coronagraph spacecraft
