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Close to one in four people meet the criteria for major depressive disorder (Photo: AFP)

Online therapy platforms may effectively reduce depression: study

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In the past several years, many internet-based apps and websites have made claims to treat depression.

The study demonstrated for the first time that in a few hundred milliseconds, our brain is sensitive to the presence of angry voices (Photo: Pixabay)

Brain responds to aggressive or threatening voices more quickly: study

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Sight and hearing are the two senses that allow human beings to detect threatening situations.

Residents of cities across the globe are plagued by air pollution (Photo: AFP)

Exposure to polluted air for a week can increase risk of miscarriage: study

Arthritis is prevalent highest amongst those who are over 65 years, to the extent of 55 per cent.

Arthritis and diabetes may go hand in hand

An honorary invitee, Re Parker is swept into a torrent of mystery and intrigue when the HOD of the rune department Prof Heinz drops dead

Book review: Voice of the Runes by Manjiri Prabhu, chilling tale of love and deceit

Slated to hit the stands on 11 December 2018, the book has spine-chilling stories that dissects the anatomy of crime.

Crime Patrol, longest-running crime series on Indian TV, is now a book

Speaking to a local channel, Dr Lund said that such a diet may involve developing different brain symptoms. (Photo: Pixabay)

Vegan diets for children can cause epilepsy, developmental disorders, expert warns

In a study involving mice, researchers found that their strongest peptide could completely eliminate Pseudomonas aeruginosa. (Photo: Pixabay)

Toxic wasp venom could help protect humans against superbugs

One8 Fragrances is a culmination of all the unfamiliar characteristics of Virat’s personality.

Virat Kohli introduces One8 Fragrances, his maiden foray into realm of scents

There are number of things that one needs to take care of such as date, menu, music, convenience and what not. (Photo: Pixabay)

With Christmas round the corner, here are 5 apps to throw perfect weekend party

Here are ways one can go beyond good exercise and diets to take care of their heart. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here are lifestyle changes one should incorporate for a healthy heart

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Xiaomi demos 5G-enabled Mi Mix 3

5G speeds can reach download throughputs of 2Gbps.

Shy people are more likely to suffer anxiety during a hangover: study

Scientists said that people need to accept being shy and understand that there’s nothing wrong with being quiet (Photo: AFP)

Everything you need to know about E-gymming according to Sunny Riz

In conversation, Sunny Riz, owner of My Bollywood Body shares inputs on E-gymming and its various benefits.

Grinch steals Christmas: Charity worker tells children Santa Claus is not real

Pupils were then asked to smash up chocolate versions of St Nicholas and his reindeer to hammer home the point. (Photo: AP)

Aanand L Rai had switched off his phone during the shoot of Issaqbaazi, here's why

Shah Rukh Khan, Aanand L Rai, Salman Khan and Remo D'Souza on Zero's Issaqbaazi sets.

The Huawei Technologies controversy explained

Huawei today continues to expand into new areas including chip development, artificial intelligence and cloud computing. (Photo: AP)

Japan to ban Huawei, ZTE from government contracts

Australia and New Zealand have already blocked Huawei from building 5G networks. Britain’s BT Group said on Wednesday it was removing Huawei’s equipment from the core of its existing 3G and 4G mobile operations and would not use the company in central parts of the next network. (Photo AP)

Aus vs Ind 1st Test, Day 2: Travis Head scores 50 on mixed day for hosts

Travis Head remained unbeaten on 61 runs as Australia finished Day two at 191-7, trailing India by 59 runs.(Photo: AP)

Scientists to create pill that will allow people to eat without gaining weight

The new pill will target this gene and hence help people control their weight (Photo: AFP)

Man coughs up a part of his lung after being hospitalised

It was evident that his health was declining when the patient was admitted (Photo: Pixabay)

Gallery

From a baby elephant, to a rhinocerous killed by poachers and Sully, President Bush's service dog, here are animals who were in news. (Photos: AP)

In Photos: Animals who grabbed headlines this week

In Photos: Animals who grabbed headlines this week

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From a baby elephant, to a rhinocerous killed by poachers and Sully, President Bush's service dog, here are animals who were in news. (Photos: AP)

In Photos: Animals who grabbed headlines this week

From scampi, to porchetta or even pot roast, here are edible dishes to satiate your taste buds. (Photos: AP)

Food porn: Amazing dishes for the hungry soul

The Hong Kong Pulse Light Festival is showcasing 18 creative light art installations and an enhanced version of 'A Symphony of Lights'. (Photos: AP)

Hong Kong gears up for Christmas with Pulse Light Festival

From humpback whales, to an adventurous leapord cub, rare hawks and migratory birds, here are animals who were in news. (Photos: AP, PTI)

In Photos: Animals who grabbed headlines this week

Health and Wellbeing

The most recent census, from 2011, suggests that just five per cent of the elderly population suffer from a disability, researchers said.

Disability among India's elderly much higher than estimated, says study

Uncontrolled vehicular population has been one of the major reasons that have deteriorated the air quality of Bangalore.

35% of children in Bengaluru have asthma, says scientists

Scientists said that people need to accept being shy and understand that there’s nothing wrong with being quiet (Photo: AFP)

Shy people are more likely to suffer anxiety during a hangover: study

IIT Kharagpur researchers develop tools to diagnose lung diseases Genetic switch may lead to HIV cure, says study Migrants tend to be healthier and live longer, says study

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Fashion and Beauty

Based out of Mumbai, U/A is designed for millennials looking for versatile options.

U/A launches A’ L’aube, a Winter-Festive collection 18

A shimmery belt adds a streak of spark to an all-black ensemble

Black is back!

When it comes picking wedding outfit, men end up choosing the trending styles over classics and that, according to the fashion experts, is the biggest mistake. (Photo: Portfolio Studio)

Styling tips for grooms to get the wedding-day look right

Make-up tips perfect for this festive season.(Photo: Pixabay)

Make-up tips perfect for this festive season

Churidar kurta by Rajesh Pratap and jacket by Arjan Dugal — Courtesy Elahe Urban; Lehenga by Mrunalini Rao; Jewellery by Amrapali — Courtesy Elahe Urban; Hair and Make-up Courtesy: Sachin of Manea; Photography courtesy: D. Ravinder Reddy; Styled by Archie Paranji.

An endearing tale of love!

The event will have participation of many big names in the fashion industry.

Glitz, glam and entertainment

A model walking the ramp in front of an illustrious jury

Riding the first wave of success

Fashionably famous!

Food and Recipes

After a successful few months in Mumbai, the crafted tonic water is set to delight the new generation of spirit aficionados of Bengaluru.

Now Bangalore to get India’s first crafted tonic water

The study found that people sensitive to the bitter flavours of quinine and of PROP, a synthetic taste related to the compounds in cruciferous vegetables, avoided coffee. (Photo: Pexels)

Here's why we like the bitter taste of coffee

The blended Scotch has been designed for mixing, and has a raisin cake richness that gives it a distinctive character to cut through any mixer.

William Grant & Sons launches new Scotch whisky in India ahead of festive season

Bisi Bengaluru: The Blackboard Bakery – When the Blackboard goes gourmet Winter in a pod! Tangy cravings

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Sex and Relationship

Harsh Dhand, founder and CEO of RentSher, talks of the top five trends that he sees.

Marriages, made in heaven

Researchers expected that manual masturbation may take longer (Photo: Pixabay)

Women orgasm for 17 per cent longer while masturbating with a vibrator: study

Speaking ill of another is generally and unfairly attributed to women. But men too go on such sprees

Code of silence

The common class chemicals are called Perfluoroalkyl compounds (Photo: Pixabay)

Chemical found in non-stick cookware may reduce size of penis: study

While there were varying words for male and female users, ‘music’ and ‘gym’ appeared in both lists.

10 words to put on dating profile to guarantee a right-swipe

The study, however, goes on to add that the same characteristics don't work as effectively for women. (Photo: Pixabay)

Men, here are 4 personality traits which will help you have more sex

While effects on viewers are discussed a lot, impact on performers rarely gets attention (Photo: AFP)

Women and men in porn suffer from lack of desire and can't orgasm naturally

Men between the age of 18 and 29 have sex just once a week (Photo: AFP)

People overestimate the number of times others are having sex: study

Travel

The sounds they make together are pleasing. In general, the environment is livelier.

Trekking joy reaches peak

Every destination offers a unique platform to host a wedding. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here are 3 trending wedding destinations

Top 4 places to have vegetarian food in Hong Kong. (Photo: Pixabay)

Top 4 places to have vegetarian food in Hong Kong

Spiritual destinations in India for those seeking inner peace A bucket of red please: Revellers battle it out with wine in Spain Italy: Venice to soon fine tourists for sitting in the wrong spot

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Viral and Trending

In conversation, Sunny Riz, owner of My Bollywood Body shares inputs on E-gymming and its various benefits.

Everything you need to know about E-gymming according to Sunny Riz

There are five types of furniture which are essential part of making work life easier by increasing functionality.

Here are 5 types of furniture to make your work life easy

It’s then distributed free to enable people to eat and stock up on supplies and it’s particularly welcome in winter when city temperatures can drop to -20 Celsius. (Photo: AP)

Chefs offer soup to warm homeless on cold Russian nights

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Designing a bright future

Pupils were then asked to smash up chocolate versions of St Nicholas and his reindeer to hammer home the point. (Photo: AP)

Grinch steals Christmas: Charity worker tells children Santa Claus is not real

The other day, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who was in Hyderabad to campaign for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Telangana elections, announced that his party would rename Hyderabad as Bhagyanagar, if voted to power.

Can renaming it change Hyderabad’s heritage?

The jury is out on whether the new generations are becoming more narcissistic than previous ones (Photo: AFP)

Narcissists are not likely to support democratic governments: study

As an active participant of PETA India's Compassionate Citizen program, Chavan has helped with school workshops aimed at giving children aged 8 through 12 a better understanding of and appreciation for animals.

Thane engineering student is PETA India's 2018 volunteer of the year

Books and Art

India and Pakistan: Neighbours at Odds by Avtar Singh Bhasin; Bloomsbury pp 538, Rs 599

End hostilities, antagonism to live in peace

Unparalleled creativity: His works display a non-representational visual vocabulary of the unseen aspects of nature.

An unforgettable print maker’s journey

HarperCollins India, ISF to co-promote Suprita Das’ book on Women's cricket, Free Hit

Recreate classic charm with wood Queen Victoria the person, not just the Crown Stolen Pablo Picasso resurfaces in Romania six years later

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Pets and Environment

It’s time Bengalureans fought for their eco-rights and protected their green treasure before it’s too late, says city’s environmentalist.

Eco-watch: Greening the urban jungle

While several dozen new parrots have been born in captivity and in the wild since Maria, the species is still in danger, according to scientists. (Photo: AP)

Scientists work to save wild Puerto Rican parrot after Hurricane Maria

10,000 tonnes of human waste–fed fish are reared in the east Kolkata wetlands each year.

'Wipe cruelty from your diet’ toilet paper hits Kolkata washrooms

Gorilla Doctors, a nongovernmental group, has trained veterinary staff in each of the countries where the mountain gorillas live (Photo: AFP)

Mountain gorilla population increases in rare victory for conservationists

In order to ensure that you are doing the right thing and treating them the right way, here are some measures to keep in mind. (Photo: Pixabay)

To treat or not to treat: Here are the right ways to feed your dog a treat

Women who had at least one cat weren’t found to get the same feeling from their felines (Photo: Pixabay)

Women get better sleep next to dogs than their partners: study

Scientists say valuable species of shellfish have become harder to find . (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists say valuable species of shellfish have become harder to find

Doggie Professor Srinivas Jakkani shares tips on you can keep your pets safe and stress free this Diwali. (Photo: Pixabay)

Diwali 2018: Here are tips to keep your pet dog safe during festival