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Everything you need to know about Annua: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Rajnath Singh wants Hindi in apex court

May 5, 2012 at 7:18 PM

Ghaziabad, May 5 (IANS) BJP leader Rajnath Singh Saturday advocated the introduction of Hindi and other Indian languages in the Supreme Court of India.

India's strong fundamentals will help to return to high growth: Mukherjee

May 5, 2012 at 5:34 PM

Manila, May 5 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday expressed confidant that the Indian economy would return to the pre-global crisis growth path in the coming years.

Hunger, poverty remain to be great challenge in Asia- Pacific for years

May 5, 2012 at 4:06 PM

Manila, May 5 (Xinhua-ANI): The Asian Development Bank (ADB) predicted at its 45th Annual Meeting of Board of Governors that the problems of hunger and poverty would intensify in the Asia and Pacific region in years up to 2050.

Sandra Bullock to get charity honour

May 5, 2012 at 4:06 PM

Washington, May 5 (ANI): Sandra Bullock will be honoured for her charitable donations to Warren Eason Charter High School, which was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

Pranab dismisses speculation of Presidential race

May 4, 2012 at 3:20 PM

Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee has dismissed the media reports that he is the frontrunner for the prestigious post of President of India

Mukherjee says his nomination for president's post is mere speculation

May 4, 2012 at 12:54 PM

Bangkok/Manila, May 4 (ANI): Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said that if his name is doing the rounds for the post of president, it was speculative.

Men better at navigation than women

May 3, 2012 at 1:34 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Scientific studies have found that men have better spatial awareness skills, whereas women are stronger with verbal fluency and greater memory for objects.

Third annual U.S.-China consultation on people-to-people Exchange working session held in Beijing

May 3, 2012 at 12:06 PM

Beijing, May 3 (Xinhua-ANI): The third Annual U.S.-China high-level consultation on people-to-people exchange working session kicked off on Thursday in Beijing with nearly 30 topics scheduled to be discussed by 150 delegates from the United States and China.

Pranab to visit Manila and Dhaka

May 2, 2012 at 5:14 PM

New Delhi, May 2(ANI): Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee will leave on three-day visit to Manila and Dhaka on Thursday. In Manila, Mukherjee will attend the Asian Development Bank's (ADB's) 45th Annual Board of Governors' meeting and discuss issues relating to global economic situation, infrastructure development, urbanization, energy security, regional and South-South Cooperation.

Delegates begin arriving for ADB's 45th annual meeting in Manila

May 1, 2012 at 1:22 PM

Manila, May 1, (Xinhua-ANI): Delegates have begun arriving at the Philippine International Convention Center to register for the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) 45th Annual Meeting of its Board of Governors, which begins Wednesday, a ADB statement said Tuesday.

Home Ministry extends SRE scheme to 20 more LWE-affected districts

April 30, 2012 at 8:10 PM

New Delhi, Apr 30 (ANI): Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram on Monday informed that Security Related Expenditure (SRE) scheme has been extended to 20 more Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected districts.

US project enables instant access to medical scans

April 30, 2012 at 1:22 PM

Washington, April 30 (IANS) Patients can now instantly download their medical scans and images from an internet-based "cloud" system and distribute these to their physicians for diagnosis wherever they might be located.

Habitable planets more abundant than stars: study

April 30, 2012 at 11:38 AM

Sydney, April 30 (IANS) Determining the habitability of rocky, earth-like planets will be crucial for us as a species, but the good news is that they are probably more abundant than stars, says a new study.

ADB aid to developing countries tops $21.7 bn in 2011

April 26, 2012 at 12:58 PM

Manila, April 26 (IANS) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved $21.72 billion in financing operations to Asian developing countries in 2011, a 14.5 percent year-on-year increase, according to its 2011 Annual Report.

Gilani to visit Britain in May

April 25, 2012 at 8:37 PM

Islamabad, April 25 (IANS) Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani will visit Britain May 8-13 to attend an annual review meeting on bilateral relations, the Pakistani foreign ministry said Wednesday.

Mysterious 'monster' fossil discovered in US

April 25, 2012 at 12:41 PM

Washington, April 25(ANI): An amateur paleontologist has recently discovered a very large and very mysterious fossil in the Cincinnati region, United States, which has left the professionals puzzled.

Protect 'innocent bystanders' from global financial crisis: India

April 22, 2012 at 12:53 PM

Washington, April 22 (IANS) As the International Monetary Fund (IMF) doubled its lending power with over $430 billion pledged to a reinforced safety net to bail out countries during global financial crises, India stressed that contributions should be voluntary and not linked with future voice or governance reform and should be able to bail out "innocent bystanders" affected by them.

World Bank, IMF call for inclusive growth, poverty reduction

April 22, 2012 at 11:09 AM

Washington, April 22 (Xinhua-ANI): The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have called for further efforts on inclusive growth and poverty reduction amid fragile global recovery.

Kate and Matthew will wed when they're ready, says Goldie Hawn

April 20, 2012 at 5:49 PM

Washington, April 20 (ANI): Goldie Hawn insists daughter Kate Hudson and her fiance Matt Bellamy will tie the knot "when they're ready".

Being near the sea is good for you

April 20, 2012 at 5:49 PM

London, April 20 (IANS) Exercise in the open air is good for you, but you can only reap its full benefits if you head for the coast or the countryside rather than an urban park.

Government will bring economy back on growth path: Ahluwalia

April 20, 2012 at 5:49 PM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) The Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission, Montek Singh Ahluwalia, Friday played down the row over Chief Economic Adviser Kaushik Basu's comment on the slow pace of economic reforms, saying reforms are always needed to be done and the government is focussing on bringing the economy back on track.

Online dating scams break hearts, empty wallets

April 19, 2012 at 3:25 PM

Washington, April 19 (ANI): The trauma caused by online dating scams is worse than any other, because the victims experienced 'double hit' - loss of money and loss of 'romantic relationship hit' - says an expert.

Camellia Plc 'very interested' in acquiring Assam tea gardens

April 18, 2012 at 9:09 PM

Kolkata, April 18 (IANS) UK-based Camellia Plc, which owns a 74 percent stake in tea major Goodricke Group, Wednesday said it was 'very interested' in buying out tea gardens in Assam to expand its business of the brew in India.

ICC agrees to split roles for president, chairman

April 16, 2012 at 6:59 PM

Dubai, April 16 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally agreed to go for a constitutional amendment to spilt the role of the president by creating a new post of chairman who won't have any voting rights.

ICC requests Clive Lloyd to continue

April 16, 2012 at 5:39 PM

Dubai, April 16 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has asked West Indies great Clive Lloyd to continue as the chairman of the cricket committee until the executive board reviews the current terms of appointment.

ICC agrees to have split roles for chairman and president

April 16, 2012 at 4:11 PM

Dubai, April 16 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally agreed to go for a constitutional amendment to spilt the role of the president by creating a new post of chairman who won't have any voting rights.

Radcliffe forewarns protesters to steer clear of London Games 2012

April 16, 2012 at 4:11 PM

London, Apr 16 (ANI): Marathon champion Paula Radcliffe has warned protesters not to sabotage her Olympic dream on the streets of London this summer.

New drug may help detect marker for Alzheimer's disease early

April 16, 2012 at 2:59 PM

Washington, April 16 (ANI): Scientists believe use of a new drug to detect the beta-amyloid plaques in the brain that are hallmark signs of Alzheimer's disease may help doctors diagnose the disease earlier.

Take India-US business ties to next level: Indian envoy

April 16, 2012 at 8:51 AM

New York, April 16 (IANS) With India focused on developing itself as a global hub for innovation, New Delhi wants the business community to explore new ways to advance India-US trade and investment ties to the next level.

Trans Damodar Coal Mining Project inaugurated

April 13, 2012 at 8:43 PM

Bankura (West Bengal), April 13 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Friday inaugurated the Trans Damodar Coal Mining Project at Barjora in Bankura district.

ICC suspends grant to US cricket body due to poor governance

April 12, 2012 at 11:23 AM

Dubai, Apr 12(ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly suspended its grants to the USA Cricket Association (USACA) due to poor governance.

Dubai to host global investors meet

April 12, 2012 at 4:43 AM

Dubai, April 12 (IANS) Dubai will host an international investment meet next month to help connect foreign investors seeking new destinations with fast growing economies.

Montek says closer economic cooperation can mutually benefit India, China over next 20 years

April 10, 2012 at 8:17 PM

Beijing, Apr 10 (ANI): Vice Chairman of India's Planning Commission, Montek Singh Ahluwalia, has called for closer economic cooperation between India and China for mutual benefit over the next 20 years.

Dubai to host global press meet

April 9, 2012 at 12:17 AM

Dubai, April 8 (IANS/WAM) Dubai will host the 10th Annual General Assembly of the International Association of Press Clubs (IAPC), which is expected to be participated by 22 press clubs from 10 countries.

Dubai to host 10th global press meet

April 8, 2012 at 10:10 PM

Dubai, April 8 (IANS) Dubai will host the 10th Annual General Assembly of the International Association of Press Clubs (IAPC), which is expected to be participated by 22 press clubs from 10 countries.

South Africa pitches for greater Indian investment

April 8, 2012 at 3:29 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) With an ambitious programme for development, South Africa plans to conduct road shows and business events in major Indian cities to attract investments in sectors as diverse as information technology, financial services and agro-processing.

CII offers to push Nepal's economic development

April 6, 2012 at 8:57 PM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) Leading business lobby Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has offered all help for Nepal's economic development.

India should allow processing of pulses for exports

April 6, 2012 at 5:29 PM

Chennai, April 6 (IANS) The Indian government should allow at least the processing of imported raw pulses for export markets so that the domestic milling industry occupies the slots now occupied by units located in neighbouring and other countries, said an official of the industry association.

Many schools in Bihar lack adequate rooms, toilets and even teachers!

April 6, 2012 at 1:53 PM

Darbhanga, Apr 6 (ANI): "The current age is the era of knowledge and not of weapons, and only through education and knowledge can one break out of the abject poverty". Wise words from Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who believes that times have changed since his government took over: now is the time to pick up the pen and discover its power.

Chemical present in smokeless tobacco can cause oral cancer

April 3, 2012 at 7:45 PM

Washington, April 3 (ANI): Scientists say the chemical (S)-N'-nitrosonornicotine, or (S)-NNN, which is present in smokeless tobacco products, is a strong oral carcinogen.

Government school kids have poorer skills: Report

April 2, 2012 at 8:08 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Children in government schools in rural areas have poorer mathematical skills compared to those in private schools, says the Annual Status of Education Report by NGO Pratham.

Bieber shaves head post April Fool prank

April 2, 2012 at 6:08 PM

Los Angeles, April 2 (IANS) Singer Justin Bieber revealed that he had to shave his head after he got doused in green goo at Nickelodeon's 25th Annual Kids' Choice Awards.

China to 'deepen reforms' to 'drive social, economic growth'

April 2, 2012 at 5:12 PM

Beijing, Apr 2 (ANI): Chinese Vice Premier Li Keqiang has said that his country will deepen reforms and opening-up to remove institutional obstacles to transfer growth mode and drive socio-economic development.

Key protein players in hard-to-treat breast cancers identified

April 2, 2012 at 2:32 PM

Washington, April 2 (ANI): Scientists have identified a pair of proteins that could play a crucial role in treating drug- resistant breast cancers.

Pakistan-China trade can reach $15 bn: Gilani

April 1, 2012 at 6:21 PM

Islamabad, April 1 (IANS) Pakistan and China have the potential to enhance economic ties, and bilateral trade can reach the target of $15 billion in the next three to four years, Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said Sunday.

Pakistan to buy power from Iran: Gilani

April 1, 2012 at 3:09 PM

Islamabad, April 1 (IANS) Pakistan will purchase 1,100 MW of electricity from Iran in a bid to overcome the energy shortage in the country, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said Sunday.

24,000 fake products seized in UAE

March 31, 2012 at 8:40 PM

Abu Dhabi, March 31 (IANS/WAM) Over 24,000 counterfeit products were seized last year by the Department of Economic Development in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

HIV affected play football to spread awareness

March 31, 2012 at 5:36 PM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) Once ostracised and stigmatized, eleven HIV-affected people rubbed shoulders with football teams from various embassies in the The Football4Hope - "United Cup 2012" here to spread awareness about HIV and AIDS.

BRICS voices concern over slow pace of IMF reforms

March 29, 2012 at 8:10 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) The BRICS group of five emerging economies Thursday voiced concern over the slow pace of governance and quota reforms in the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

BRICS countries voice concern over pace of IMF reforms

March 29, 2012 at 3:37 PM

New Delhi, Mar 29 (ANI): BRICS countries, which comprise the emerging economic powerhouses of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, on Thursday voiced concern about the slow pace of reforms within the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in a draft summit declaration.

Wonder mix halves chances of cardiac attack, death

March 28, 2012 at 2:16 PM

Washington, March 28 (IANS) Paramedics can practically halve a patient's chances of a heart attack or dying by promptly administering a mixture of glucose, insulin and potassium (GIK).

Soy products may help lower blood pressure

March 27, 2012 at 3:28 PM

Washington, March 27 (ANI): Eating foods that contain isoflavones - a key compound in soy milk, tofu, green tea and even peanuts - every day may help young adults lower their blood pressure, say experts.

Sleeping too much or too little puts heart at risk

March 27, 2012 at 3:13 PM

Washington, March 27 (ANI): An Indian origin scientist has revealed that getting too little sleep - or even too much - may lead to heart problems.

Ajit Pawar presents marginally surplus Maharashtra budget

March 26, 2012 at 9:28 PM

Mumbai, March 26 (IANS) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar presented a marginally revenue-suplus state budget for 2012-13, extensively focusing on infrastructure, social, health and tourism sectors.

Soon, simple blood test may predict imminent heart attack risk

March 26, 2012 at 5:20 PM

Washington, March 26 (ANI): Researchers have discovered a first-ever link between tiny genetic molecules called microRNAs and the imminent threat of a heart attack.

New interventional radiology could treat men's enlarged prostate

March 26, 2012 at 4:48 PM

Washington, March 26 (ANI): A new interventional radiology treatment, prostatic artery embolization may help men who suffered with acute urinary retention due to an enlarged prostate, say researchers who pioneered its use.

Angioplasty may help ease symptoms of multiple sclerosis

March 26, 2012 at 1:37 PM

Washington, March 26 (ANI): A minimally invasive endovascular treatment for chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency is safe and may produce "significant," short-term improvement in physical- and mental health-related quality of life in individuals with multiple sclerosis, say scientists.

Diabetes may up stroke risk in men

March 26, 2012 at 1:37 PM

Washington, March 26 (ANI): Men with type 2 diabetes treated with insulin without a history of cardiovascular disease (CVD) were at higher risk for major cardiovascular events (e.g., death, heart attack, stroke) compared with men who had a history of CVD, researchers have revealed.

Central Government aims to increase silk production in Northeast

March 23, 2012 at 5:20 PM

Jorhat, Mar 23 (ANI): As the demand for Assamese silk rises across the country, both the state and the central government are taking several initiatives to promote the sericulture industry in the region.

Pakistan Day: Stop Lying (Disclaimer amended)

March 23, 2012 at 2:32 PM

Islamabad, Mar.23 (ANI): One cannot help but feel peevish at the engineered and fraudulent yet barren ecstasy that engulfs Pakistan on March 23 every year. Frustration comes from the disturbing level of collective intelligence of our citizenry to understand history and shameless lies that the state and media continue to propagate with impunity. How such distortions could manufacture the psyche of a whole generation even if it is as little a thing as changing the dates of events, is evident, seeing today's Pakistan.

Pakistan Day: Stop Lying

March 23, 2012 at 12:01 PM

Islamabad, Mar.23 (ANI): One cannot help but feel peevish at the engineered and fraudulent yet barren ecstasy that engulfs Pakistan on March 23 every year. Frustration comes from the disturbing level of collective intelligence of our citizenry to understand history and shameless lies that the state and media continue to propagate with impunity. How such distortions could manufacture the psyche of a whole generation even if it is as little a thing as changing the dates of events, is evident, seeing today's Pakistan.

Poor dental hygiene puts congenital heart disease patients at endocarditis risk

March 17, 2012 at 8:50 PM

Washington, March 17 (ANI): Patients with congenital heart disease floss, brush and visit the dentist less than their peers, and researchers say these poor dental hygiene behaviours could increase their risk of endocarditis.

Art could help stroke survivors recover better

March 17, 2012 at 8:49 PM

Washington, Mar 17 (ANI): Stroke survivors who appreciate music, painting and theatre have a significantly higher quality of life than those who don't, according to a new research.

Art could help stroke survivors recover better

March 17, 2012 at 7:37 PM

Washington, Mar 17 (ANI): Stroke survivors who appreciate music, painting and theatre have a significantly higher quality of life than those who don't, according to a new research.

Poor dental hygiene puts congenital heart disease patients at endocarditis risk

March 17, 2012 at 3:36 PM

Washington, March 17 (ANI): Patients with congenital heart disease floss, brush and visit the dentist less than their peers, and researchers say these poor dental hygiene behaviours could increase their risk of endocarditis.

Highlights of Railway Budget 2012-13 (Part-I)

March 14, 2012 at 9:33 PM

New Delhi, Mar 14 (ANI): Union Railway Minister Dinesh Trivedi on Wednesday presented the railway budget in the Lok Sabha.

PM describes Trivedi's Railway Budget as forward looking

March 14, 2012 at 9:32 PM

New Delhi, Mar.14 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Wednesday, described Railway Minister Dinesh Trivedi's maiden budget for fiscal 2012-13 as a forward looking one.

PM describes Trivedi's Railway Budget as forward looking

March 14, 2012 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, Mar.14 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Wednesday, described Railway Minister Dinesh Trivedi's maiden budget for fiscal 2012-13 as a forward looking one.

Highlights of Railway Budget 2012-13 (Part-I)

March 14, 2012 at 2:04 PM

New Delhi, Mar 14 (ANI): Union Railway Minister Dinesh Trivedi on Wednesday presented the railway budget in the Lok Sabha.

Anterrashtriya Murkh Maha Sammelan all set for Annual Conference on Holi

March 6, 2012 at 6:08 PM

Anterrashtriya Murkh Maha Sammelan will be held at Chandni Chowk on 8th March 2012. Fools Day also falls on the same day. Famous personalities are honored with this award on the Annual conference which is held every year.

Alexandra Burke fuels romance rumours by cheering Defoe on Twitter

March 5, 2012 at 9:42 PM

London, Mar 5 (ANI): Alexandra Burke has sparked romance rumours with Tottenham Hotspurs footballer Jermain Defoe, when she cheered him on Twitter despite being a Manchester United supporter.

Alexandra Burke fuels romance rumours by cheering Defoe on Twitter

March 5, 2012 at 6:46 PM

London, Mar 5 (ANI): Alexandra Burke has sparked romance rumours with Tottenham Hotspurs footballer Jermain Defoe, when she cheered him on Twitter despite being a Manchester United supporter.

Katie Holmes reverts to messy hairdo and laidback style post-Oscars

March 2, 2012 at 10:05 PM

London, Mar 2 (ANI): Katie Holmes, who wowed onlookers as she debuted a brand new sleek look on the Oscars red carpet on Sunday night, went back to her old scruffy ways as she scraped her hair back into a greasy topknot on her way to dance class on Wednesday.

Katie Holmes reverts to messy hairdo and laidback style post-Oscars

March 2, 2012 at 1:20 PM

London, Mar 2 (ANI): Katie Holmes, who wowed onlookers as she debuted a brand new sleek look on the Oscars red carpet on Sunday night, went back to her old scruffy ways as she scraped her hair back into a greasy topknot on her way to dance class on Wednesday.

'The Artist' bags top honours at Oscars

February 27, 2012 at 8:57 PM

New York, Feb 27 (ANI): On the biggest night in Hollywood, 'The Artist' emerged as the loud and clear winner at Sunday's Academy Awards, and took home five Oscars including those for Best Picture, Director and Actor.

Chinese foreign minister to undertake two-day visit of India from Wednesday

February 27, 2012 at 8:57 PM

New Delhi, Feb.27 (ANI): Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi will be coming to India on Wednesday for discussions with his Indian counterpart S.M.Krishna.

Antony objects to China's reaction on Arunachal

February 27, 2012 at 8:57 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Expressing surprise over China's objection to his visit to Arunachal Pradesh on February 20, Defence Minister AK Antony on Monday made it clear that this strategically-located state is an integral part of India, and it his duty to ensure that all borders of India are safe.

JLo 'may have suffered nip slip at Oscars'

February 27, 2012 at 8:56 PM

Washington, Feb 27 (ANI): Jennifer Lopez appeared to have suffered a wardrobe malfunction as she presented the honour for Best Costume Design and Best Make Up with Cameron Diaz at the 84th Annual Academy Awards.

Antony calls for global efforts to uproot piracy threat

February 27, 2012 at 8:55 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Stating that India has always been at the forefront of cooperative and collective endeavours in addressing regional and global challenges, Defence Minister A.K. Antony on Monday called for global efforts to uproot the threat of piracy.

Chinese foreign minister to undertake two-day visit of India from Wednesday

February 27, 2012 at 8:07 PM

New Delhi, Feb.27 (ANI): Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi will be coming to India on Wednesday for discussions with his Indian counterpart S.M.Krishna.

Antony calls for global efforts to uproot piracy threat

February 27, 2012 at 4:39 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Stating that India has always been at the forefront of cooperative and collective endeavours in addressing regional and global challenges, Defence Minister A.K. Antony on Monday called for global efforts to uproot the threat of piracy.

'The Artist' bags top honours at Oscars

February 27, 2012 at 1:51 PM

New York, Feb 27 (ANI): On the biggest night in Hollywood, 'The Artist' emerged as the loud and clear winner at Sunday's Academy Awards, and took home five Oscars including those for Best Picture, Director and Actor.

Antony objects to China's reaction on Arunachal

February 27, 2012 at 12:07 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Expressing surprise over China's objection to his visit to Arunachal Pradesh on February 20, Defence Minister AK Antony on Monday made it clear that this strategically-located state is an integral part of India, and it his duty to ensure that all borders of India are safe.

JLo 'may have suffered nip slip at Oscars'

February 27, 2012 at 11:43 AM

Washington, Feb 27 (ANI): Jennifer Lopez appeared to have suffered a wardrobe malfunction as she presented the honour for Best Costume Design and Best Make Up with Cameron Diaz at the 84th Annual Academy Awards.

Sacha Baron Cohen to attend Oscars as character from new movie

February 25, 2012 at 9:43 PM

Washington, Feb 25 (ANI): Sacha Baron Cohen has been allowed to attend Sunday's 84th Annual Academy Awards, dressed as General Alladeen from his new movie 'The Dictator'.

Sacha Baron Cohen to attend Oscars as character from new movie

February 25, 2012 at 3:03 PM

Washington, Feb 25 (ANI): Sacha Baron Cohen has been allowed to attend Sunday's 84th Annual Academy Awards, dressed as General Alladeen from his new movie 'The Dictator'.

Health benefits of smokeless nicotine agents questioned

February 24, 2012 at 10:07 PM

Washington, Feb 24 (ANI): Cigarette smoke has long been considered the main risk factor for heart disease, but a new study has found that nicotine itself can contribute to the disease process.

Role of smokeless nicotine agents questioned

February 24, 2012 at 1:31 PM

The adverse effects of cigarette smoking is known for long and it is considered the prime risk factor for cardiac problems, but a new study has revealed that nicotine itself can add to the disease process.

Health benefits of smokeless nicotine agents questioned

February 24, 2012 at 11:51 AM

Washington, Feb 24 (ANI): Cigarette smoke has long been considered the main risk factor for heart disease, but a new study has found that nicotine itself can contribute to the disease process.

Migraine ups risk of depression in women

February 23, 2012 at 2:21 PM

Washington, Feb 23 (ANI): Women who have migraine or have had them in the past are more likely to develop depression compared to those who have never had migraine, say researchers.

Mums with migraines likelier to have colicky babies

February 21, 2012 at 9:58 PM

Washington, Feb 21 (ANI): Mothers who suffer migraine headaches are more than twice as likely to have babies with colic than mothers without a history of migraines.

Singapore ranked 'unhealthiest country' in Eco2 Index

February 21, 2012 at 9:57 PM

Washington, Feb 21 (ANI): Singapore - a country that looks good economically - has been listed as the unhealthiest nation in a new economic and environmental index that includes 152 countries around the world.

Singapore ranked 'unhealthiest country' in Eco2 Index

February 21, 2012 at 5:00 PM

Washington, Feb 21 (ANI): Singapore - a country that looks good economically - has been listed as the unhealthiest nation in a new economic and environmental index that includes 152 countries around the world.

Mums with migraines likelier to have colicky babies

February 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM

Washington, Feb 21 (ANI): Mothers who suffer migraine headaches are more than twice as likely to have babies with colic than mothers without a history of migraines.

Smokeless tobacco 'could help save lives'

February 20, 2012 at 2:03 PM

Washington, Feb 20 (ANI): Replacing smoking products with e-cigarettes or modern, spit-free smokeless tobacco can greatly reduce risk of disease and death in smokers, say scientists.

Becks awarded 'Most Stylish Athlete'

February 20, 2012 at 2:03 PM

London, Feb 20 (ANI): David Beckham was awarded the most stylish athlete at a children's award show in Los Angeles.

Maternal depression can delay infant language development

February 18, 2012 at 7:47 PM

Washington, Feb 18 (ANI): Environmental influences such as maternal depression or a bilingual upbringing can affect the timing of language development in babies, according to a new study.

Scientists hope man-made photosynthesis aids food, energy production

February 18, 2012 at 7:47 PM

Washington, Feb 18 (ANI): Scientists from the UK and US are working to engineer or enhance photosynthesis to benefit food and fuel production.

Scientists hope man-made photosynthesis aids food, energy production

February 18, 2012 at 2:51 PM

Washington, Feb 18 (ANI): Scientists from the UK and US are working to engineer or enhance photosynthesis to benefit food and fuel production.

Maternal depression can delay infant language development

February 18, 2012 at 11:55 AM

Washington, Feb 18 (ANI): Environmental influences such as maternal depression or a bilingual upbringing can affect the timing of language development in babies, according to a new study.