A recent alarming discovery has revealed that toxic air particles have been found in the lungs, brains, and livers of even unborn children. The study was published in the journal Lancet Planetary Health.

New study alarmingly finds toxic air particles in lungs and brains of unborn babies

Mangalyaan, India's first expedition to Mars, has reached its destination after it has been claimed that the Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) ran out of propellant, making it challenging to revive in the Red Planet's orbit.

India's Mangalyaan mission comes to an end with no fuel and drained battery, says source

While Mars is the intended target for humanity's first crewed mission to another planet, a group of experts is now advocating for Earth's sister planet Venus to get that accolade.

'Men are from Mars, women are from Venus', which planet should humans visit first?

Have you been through a tough breakup, the kind which left you feeling physically drained, so much so that you didn't have the energy to go to work? Did you wish you could take a leave of absence for the heartbreak similar to the one offered for sick days?

Woman asks if she can take time off work after breakup. Do you think there should be a 'heartbreak leave'?

In an extraordinary rehearsal for the day when a rock threatens Earth, a NASA spacecraft successfully crashed into an asteroid at breakneck speed on Monday (Sept 27).

NASA's DART spacecraft strikes asteroid in key planetary defence test

A team of American researchers has identified a new variant of coronavirus in Russian bats that is capable of infecting people. They have voiced concern that the virus called "Khosta-2" may be "completely resistant" to all coronavirus vaccinations now on the market and is just waiting to jump from bats to humans.

What is Khosta-2, the 'vaccine-resistant' severe Covid-like virus scientific community is panicking about?

A team of American virologists has identified a covid-like virus that is lurking in Russian bats and they fear that it is "completely resistant" to all the coronavirus vaccines available in the market.

Scientists sound alarm over virus that 'latches onto humans' just like Covid-19, and is vaccine-resistant

A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed that the majority of pregnancy-related deaths in the United States could be prevented with proper care.

84.2% of pregnancy-related deaths in US could have been avoided with better care: CDC

In what can be a boost to our efforts to search for alien life, scientists have found that Enceladus, a satellite of Saturn, has building blocks of life present under its surface.

Chances of alien life on Saturn's moon recently got a boost

As per a new analysis, the past year saw hundreds of books; 801 to be exact, banned in Texas. These books ranged across multiple genres from the so-called "Queer agenda" to those featuring people of colour.

Freedom of expression?: Last year saw 1,648 books censored from US schools, Texas tops with 650+ bans

Who doesn't know about the asteroid that killed dinosaurs? We've all pretty much grown up in the information that the otherworldly object was behind the extinction of the mighty lizards.

Was an asteroid the sole reason dinosaurs went extinct? New study claims they were already 'dying out'

The number of Weddell seals in Antarctica may have finally been estimated accurately by scientists. The monumental task was completed utilising photographs from space and the eyes, and talents of thousands of citizen scientists.

Scientists use space photos and volunteers to accurately calculate Weddell seal population

At this point, everyone (except a few naysayers) acknowledge that climate change is a reality and we are all facing a very real danger. The Earth is warming up, the ice caps are melting, and despite the fact that organisations and national governments around the world have set lofty goals, we are mostly at a loss for what can be done to speedily reverse the situation.

Scientists suggest a stop-gap solution for 'refreezing' melting ice; will cost whopping $11 billion yearly

Is artificial intelligence (AI) as smart as humans or is it smarter? As per scientists, it takes the human brain 25 years to reach full maturity, but new research claims that the AI used by Elon musk's Tesla could equal that in only 17 years.

By 2033, Elon Musk's Tesla and its AI will be smarter than humans: Study

The first set of goals set for the US space agency's Perseverance rover on Mars are almost finished. The NASA robot has gathered a wide variety of rock samples, which it will shortly deposit on the surface in anticipation of being brought back to Earth by subsequent missions.

Perseverance: NASA's Mars rover close to completing its first set of objectives

Jupiter, the gas giant of our Solar System is perhaps the reason why Earth is safe and sound. Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar System and gobbles up many space rocks that are on the way towards inner Solar System, that is, Earth's neighbourhood.

Jupiter's closest approach to Earth in 70 years is due this month

There is no dearth of movies showing robots and artificial intelligence taking over the world; we've seen it all from the Terminator to Avengers: Age of Ultron. Did these movies make you just a little bit scared?

Robots are here 'for good, or bad,' but will they take over the world? World's most advanced humanoid says no

In Paris, the skeleton of a small dinosaur that lived millions of years ago is up for auction, and auctioneers claim that its size "is perfect for someone's living room".

'Home décor or scientific discovery': Experts express dismay as dinosaur skeleton goes up for sale

Let's be honest, can we actually walk out a way to fitness? Walking is one of the most effective, affordable, and straightforward exercises. A recent study claims that walking 10,000 steps a day lowers the risk of dementia, cancer, heart attack, and mortality.

Walking 10,000 steps per day reduces risk of dementia, cancer, and mortality: Study

Our search for exoplanets continues. With the help of latest technology, we have been building powerful telescopes that can not only scan the skies for what's visible, but also those that can pinpoint developments in lights that are not visible to human eyes.

Scientists have made first 3D model of planet orbiting binary star system

The first study of its sort has found a link between economic inequality and the use of social networking sites and instant messaging services. Studies show that teens from disadvantaged backgrounds are more likely to admit to having a social media addiction to Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and other platforms.

Children increasingly using social media to escape 'negative feelings': Report

A recent study by Pathfinder revealed that even a simple blood test can detect multiple cancer types in a patient even before there are any obvious symptoms of illness.

Study reveals this blood test can now detect if you have cancer without any clear symptoms 

A recent study revealed that over 1.1 million sea turtles have been illegally killed over the last 30 years. According to Arizona State University scientists, over the last ten years, at least 44,000 turtles have been illegally killed and exported annually across 65 countries, despite legislation designed to protect them.

Study reveals more than a million sea turtles illegally killed over past 30 years

The key to maintaining physical fitness is to live a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise, a balanced diet, self-care, and good sleeping patterns too helps. However, if you are trying to achieve all of this while trying to lose weight, there are several websites with tips to help you reduce quickly.

Study reveals timing of your largest meal has little effect on weight loss

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