Japan is a bucket-list destination for many. Every traveller wishes to explore the beauty and culture of this gorgeous country which is globally-renowned for its spotless streets, immaculate public spaces, and a cleanliness culture altogether. The country enjoys a reputation that shocks several first-time visitors (especially the ones who are used to seeing dustbins on…
2025 wasn’t the best year for India’s star Javelin Thrower Neeraj Chopra. The World Champion suffered a back injury last September, and is now focusing on rehabilitation. According to the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), Neeraj Chopra is focusing on his recovery and has not yet decided when and where to start the season. “He…
Recent research from Sydney University uncovers that type 2 diabetes can profoundly change the heart’s structure, resulting in increased stiffness and reduced strength. This microscopic deterioration in heart tissue disrupts essential muscle fibres and the body’s energy production, paving the way for potential heart failure. Diabetes is talked about in terms of blood sugar, diet,…
Bengaluru might be India’s silicon heart but the fact can’t be denied that it is also one of the worst-hit-by-traffic cities in the country! There are already myriad stories, videos and social media posts which talk about traffic woes of Bengaluru. But looks like all the limits crossed when a woman shared a video which…
Cancer is a disease that starts with uncontrolled cell division and eventually causes tissue and organ damage. The disease may arise in any part of the body, but some organs have been found to be more frequently affected than others. Which organs become malignant depends on cell turnover, exposure to environmental agents, inherited traits, and…
Almost every place we enter these days, there’s a metal detector waiting for us to walk through it. While these detectors are important for security concerns, it is also important to understand if these detectors pose any risk to our own health. Let’s understand how these metal detectors work, what’s their impact on the human…
We have all been there. At least some of us. Sitting on the toilet seat in the morning, trying with all our might to get the job done and go ahead with the day, but it doesn’t happen. Many people experience a sudden urge to use the restroom just as they leave the house. Gastroenterologist…
Planning to travel to South Korea? If you have a small travel group, there is some good news. As per the latest development, South Korea has decided to extend the visa processing fee waiver for short-term group tourists from six countries, including India, for another six months. This is in live with a move to…
There is a particular kind of moment that triggers it. The light comes on. Something moves along the wall or across the floor. Before thought catches up, the instinct kicks in. Most people reach for a shoe. Cockroaches tend to provoke that response more than almost any other household pest. They are quick, unexpected, and…
Raat rani is one of those plants that people either adore or avoid completely. For some, it is planted close to windows so the evening fragrance drifts indoors. For others, it is a plant they refuse to keep anywhere near their home. The fear usually comes from one belief that refuses to go away, that…
