Vegan diet may help lower your cholesterol
Plant-based diet includes vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts and whole grains, which are naturally rich in components such as soluble fiber, soy protein and […]
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Birth pill linked to lower risk of arthritis in women
Besides birth control, contraceptive pills may also aid in decreasing the risk of women developing rheumatoid arthritis. Women who used birth pill for […]
Tobacco users prone to poorer academic performance
A study that surveyed more than 7,500 high school and higher secondary school students in Kerala’s Ernakulam district has found that tobacco users […]
Yoga fans, take note: Science now confirms its mind-body health benefits
While many have benefited from practising yoga, researchers are now unravelling the science behind it. From increased strength to flexibility to heart health, […]
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India field first after winning toss in 2nd ODI, Sri Lanka make three changes
India skipper Virat Kohli won the toss and elected to field for the second time in the ODI series against Sri Lanka, who […]
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AB de Villiers steps down as South Africa’s ODI captain
Johannesburg, The talismanic AB de Villiers on Wednesday stepped down as captain of South Africa’s ODI side but will be available for selection […]
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John McEnroe expects more Roger Federer magic at U.S. Open
Since returning from a six-month hiatus in January, the 36-year-old Swiss has been in stupendous form as he has won five titles, including […]
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Indian juggernaut rolls on
Saina, Srikanth, Praneeth enter pre-quarterfinals at the Worlds Glasgow, The Indian juggernaut at the Badminton World Championships continued to roll as Saina Nehwal, […]
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Man gets 18 years in UK prison for bomb in airport luggage
Manchester Airport security staff found the device inside Nadeem Muhammad’s bag on Jan. 30. It contained gunpowder and batteries inside a marker pen […]
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Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena sacks justice minister for criticising Hambantota port deal with China
Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena on Wednesday sacked his outspoken justice minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe for criticising the government’s USD 1.1 billion deal with […]
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Iraqi forces advance towards heart of Islamic State held bastion in Tal Afar
Iraqi forces Wednesday recaptured several districts and advanced towards the centre of Tal Afar, one of the Islamic State group’s last strongholds in […]
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Typhoon batters HK, Macao; 6 dead
Hong Kong/Beijing, Typhoon Hato left five dead in the gambling hub of Macau today as it brought chaos and destruction to the enclave […]