Science has proven what Indians have known since time immemorial. A recent study published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine says that a natural compound called curcumin, which is present in turmeric, is as effective as the drug omeprazole in reducing excess stomach acid and treating indigestion.

Turmeric power: Science proves what Indians have known since eternity about this Indian spice

A Parisian stray cat etched her name in the annals of space exploration nearly six decades ago. Félicette, a petite black-and-white "tuxedo" Persian cat, embarked on a remarkable adventure that would make her the first and only feline astronaut to ever grace space.

WATCH | World's first and only cat sent to space - 'Felicette'

In a major breakthrough, scientists in Israel have created 'artificial embryos'. They mimic all the features of a real human embryo. Will these embryos be used to create human life? Here's what Priyanka Sharma has to say.

Gravitas: 'Artificial embryos' created in Israel | Does this change the idea of life?

Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have successfully created an "embryo model" that closely resembles a 14-day-old human embryo, all without the use of sperm, eggs, or a womb, media reports said citing the research.

Scientists grow human embryo model without sperm or egg, pave way to unravel mysteries of early development

China's new top Science and Technology Planner Communist Party body at the core of Beijing's tech competition with Washington went quietly. The central Science and Technology Commission reportedly held its first meeting in July who headed or attended the meeting that's still a mystery. No details have been revealed about where it took place or what was discussed.

China's new panel would probably even oversee the tech branch of the military

An exciting celestial event is set to unfold as the Moon and Jupiter come together in the night sky on Monday (September 4). Both, the Earth's natural satellite and the largest planet in our solar system, will be up close and one can witness this too.

Don't miss Moon and Jupiter's meet-up in night sky!

Amid the ongoing debate about the existence of a so-called ‘Planet Nine’ which scientists believe has been lurking around in the murky depths of our solar system for years now, two scientists from Japan have a new theory that suggests the existence of a more modestly sized, Earth-like planet closer than the disputed Planet Nine.

Scientists believe an Earth-like planet might be hiding in our solar system

Antarctica, an icy expanse of land often hailed as one of the world's last pristine places, hides a 'dirty' secret. Recent research published in PLOS One in August has revealed that portions of the seafloor near Australia's Casey research station are as polluted as some urban waterways.

Pristine Antarctica is hiding a 'dirty' secret, says study

A new study review has revealed that teenagers, young adults, pregnant women, drivers and people who are mentally ill should avoid cannabis. The in-depth study was published in the BMJ.

Study reveals teenagers, pregnant women & drivers should not consume cannabis. Know why

South Koreans are increasingly shunning marriage, shows a new government report. As per the report released on Monday (August 28) only one-third of South Koreans had a positive perception about marriage.

South Koreans losing interest in marriage, spell trouble for ageing nation: Report

Recently, one of the world's leading astronomical observatories reported cyberattacks that temporarily shut down two of its telescopes. The United States-based National Science Foundation's National Optical-Infared Astronomy Research Laboratory or NOIRLab confirmed the news in its statement, Space.

US: Mysterious hackers temporarily shut down 2 of the most advanced telescopes; probe on

Super Blue Moon 2023: The Super Blue Moon is just a few hours away. Skywatchers are preparing to see one of the biggest and brightest moons of the year will rise on Wednesday (August 30).

Super Blue Moon 2023 Live: Here's how you can watch the brightest moon of the year in your country

Smoking as a habit is often frowned upon, it is horrible for your lungs and those of people around you. However, as per a new study, there's something even worse for your health - Air pollution.

Air pollution: A silent threat deadlier than smoking and alcohol, reveals new study

Scientists may have uncovered a breakthrough strategy to aid in the slowing down of Alzheimer's progression in humans, as per the findings of one latest study. Researchers from the University of California, San Diego (UC San Diego) and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) conducted a study using a mouse model of Alzheimer's.

Intermittent fasting shows potential in slowing down Alzheimer's progression: Study

In Australia, a medical case has left doctors and neurosurgeons flabbergasted as a 64-year-old woman was found to have a live parasitic roundworm living in her brain.

From snakes to humans: Live parasitic roundworm discovered in Australian woman's brain

An astrobiology professor has claimed that life on Mars was discovered 50 years ago but quickly eradicated. Dirk Schulze-Makuch, a faculty member at the Technical University Berlin, has made the sensational claim, saying we may have got lucky with discovering extraterrestrial life, only to destroy it unintentionally.

A scientist claims that humans found life on Mars 50 years ago, and then killed it accidentally

Scientists have now revealed 11 risk factors for dementia that can help you predict if someone will develop the condition in the coming years. This comes as experts have forecast that almost triple to 153 million people by 2050 will be living with dementia globally.

Scientists reveal 11 dementia risk factors that could determine who all are at risk

Churning out top scientific talent for 11 years, the government-run Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram has contributed more than 1,300 scientists and engineers to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).

India: In 11 years, more than 1,300 graduates from govt-run IIST have joined ISRO

A study published in the journal, Nature Medicine, shows how a form of gene therapy, which is already in the midst of being tested in patients with Parkinson’s disease, may also help provide a one-off treatment for severe alcohol addiction.

Form of gene therapy may offer ‘one-off’ treatment for severe alcohol addiction, finds study

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted accelerated approval to Pfizer's therapy for the treatment of a challenging form of blood cancer, the company announced on Monday.

Pfizer therapy for hard-to-treat blood cancer granted FDA accelerated approval 

A fascinating discovery that could change our understanding of modern science is underway. There are at least four fundamental forces in Nature: Gravity, the electromagnetic force, the strong force, in the weak force. But, scientists are now on the cusp of discovering the existence of a new force of nature. The curiosity in the scientific community has risen due to a peculiar wobble of a subatomic particle.

Scientists on the brink of discovering the fifth force of nature

The Parkinson’s disease and parkinsonism, a term encompassing motor symptoms present in Parkinson’s disease and related conditions, have been documented in boxers since the 1920s.

Study reveals major link between playing football and Parkinson's disease

Cancer remains one of the most dreaded ailments anyone can suffer from. Often, those suffering from the disease don't even realise it till it's too late. To change this narrative, researchers, as per a report in Science Alert, are working on harnessing the capabilities of engineered bacteria.

Engineered bacteria offer new hope for early detection of cancer

Scientists have come across what may be Europe's oldest lakeside village. Guarded by a fortress of defensive spikes, what could be one of Europe's earliest sedentary communities lies beneath the waters of Lake Ohrid aka, the "Pearl of the Balkans.

Scientists unearth Europe’s oldest lakeside stilt village behind a fortress of defensive spikes

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Turmeric power: Science proves what Indians have known since eternity about this Indian spice