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

Smoking linked to psychiatric illness

March 29, 2013 at 12:26 PM

London, Mar. 29 (ANI): Experts have said that smoking could be a sign of psychiatric illness.

Couples kissing and holding hands could indicate trouble in paradise

February 17, 2013 at 10:49 AM

Washington, Feb 17 (ANI): Affectionate behavior is not all that it seems, as cuddling, kissing and holding hands could be indicators that your partner is mad at you, an expert claimed.

Fruits, vegetables help protect kidneys

February 8, 2013 at 4:19 PM

Washington, Feb 8 (IANS) Fruits and vegetables may help protect kidneys of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), resulting in excess acid build-up, says a new finding.

E-cigarettes can cause more harm than smoking, says experts

January 27, 2013 at 2:32 PM

London, January 27 (ANI): E-cigarettes, which are billed as a healthier alternative to smoking, may be more damaging than the habit they replace, experts have warned.

Scientists recreate earliest quadraped's backbone

January 15, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Washington, Jan 15 (IANS) In their first attempt, scientists have reconstructed the intricate three-dimensional structure of the backbone of early tetrapods, the earliest four-legged animals.

Indian student designs helmet made of cardboard

December 29, 2012 at 1:49 PM

Washington, Dec. 29 (ANI): An Indian art student at the Royal College of Art has designed a bicycle helmet that is entirely made from cardboard.

Genital surgery 'on the rise'

December 16, 2012 at 7:02 AM

Melbourne, December 15 (ANI): Hundreds of Australian women are having genital cosmetic surgery - a trend driven by pornography, gynaecologists say.

It's official! You really can die of a broken heart

November 6, 2012 at 11:52 AM

London, November 6 (ANI): According to experts, sudden intense emotions like grief, panic or even happiness can shock your body into a fatal heart condition.

Obama camp calls Romney's momentum claims 'a bluff'

October 25, 2012 at 3:59 PM

Washington, Oct. 25 (ANI): President Barack Obama's campaign senior adviser David Plouffe knocked down Republican rival Mitt Romney camp's claims that they are gaining momentum and steaming towards victory on Wednesday.

Poor students failing to get admission in Oxbridge due to low quality teaching in schools

October 21, 2012 at 11:10 AM

London, Oct. 21 (ANI): Students from poorer backgrounds are failing to get admission in UK universities such as Oxford and Cambridge because of the poor quality of teaching in state schools, a leading scientist has warned.

Brit student midwife turned away from breastfeed class - because he's male

October 8, 2012 at 4:43 PM

London, October 8 (ANI): A trainee midwife claims he has been barred from attending breastfeeding classes - because he is a man.

Anti-ageing pill 'may be available in coming decades'

September 29, 2012 at 4:10 PM

London, September 29 (ANI): A leading scientist has predicted that a pill that can fight the ageing process may be available within a generation.

New test detects longer-term growth hormone abuse

September 17, 2012 at 7:42 PM

London, Sep 17 (IANS) A new test, developed by the GH-2004 team from three universities, detects the abuse of growth hormones in sporting events.

Kate's school occupied by squatters

August 18, 2012 at 6:44 PM

London, Aug 18 (IANS) The former public school of Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton has been occupied by a group of travellers, who have set up an illegal camp in the playing fields.

Duchess Kate's school occupied by squatters

August 18, 2012 at 5:56 PM

London, Aug 18 (IANS) The former public school of Duchess Kate has been occupied by a group of travellers, who have set up an illegal camp in the playing fields.

Becks criticized for promoting junk food

July 26, 2012 at 12:58 PM

Sydney, July 26 (ANI): Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has joined health professionals and teachers to slam sporting stars such as David Beckham for promoting junk food to children.

Sheep don't always behave like sheep

July 24, 2012 at 4:11 PM

London, July 24 (ANI): Sheep do not behave "like sheep" in the way most people imagine, a new study has revealed.

Anti-ageing pills closer to reality

July 17, 2012 at 3:44 PM

London, July 17 (ANI): A pill that alleviates the worst aspects of ageing could be closer than we think, an expert says.

Now, camera that follows eye movements to click photo

July 10, 2012 at 6:00 PM

Washington, July 10 (ANI): It may not be too far when you could just blink your eyes and snap a photo.

Kokilaben hospital to hold Royal College clinical exams

June 13, 2012 at 11:27 AM

Mumbai, June 13 (IANS) The Mumbai-based Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital (KDAH), which had been the centre for written exams of Britain's prestigious Member of Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH) since 2009, will now also conduct the clinical examinations, an official said here Wednesday.

Cosmic dance produces new galaxy

June 8, 2012 at 7:12 PM

Washington, June 8 (ANI): A "tidal" dwarf galaxy (TDG) has been detected by a team of astronomers from Queen's University, the Royal Military College of Canada (RMCC) and their world-wide collaborators.

IVF pregnancies carry higher risk of complications and multiple births

June 6, 2012 at 12:56 PM

London, June 6 (ANI): Experts have warned that there is a higher risk of complications and multiple births in pregnancies that result from IVF techniques.

High level of acid in fruit drinks 'may harm teeth enamel'

May 21, 2012 at 7:23 PM

London, May 21 (ANI): Many fruit drinks contain a high level of acid that could decompose teeth enamel, a new study has revealed.

High acid levels in juices damaging kid's teeth

May 20, 2012 at 5:07 PM

london, May 20 (IANS) Many parents are unwittingly egging on their kids to drink smoothies and juices, blissfully unaware that a combination of high acid levels and sugar can erode their teeth.

Psychopaths' brains differ structurally from healthy ones

May 8, 2012 at 1:58 PM

Washington, May 8 (ANI): Scientists have found the strongest evidence to date that psychopaths have specific structural abnormalities in the brain.

Scientists find why we just can't say no

April 25, 2012 at 1:27 AM

Washington, April 24 (IANS) US Scientists claim to have made a major breakthrough in understanding the brain's reward centre which could explain why many people find it literally impossible to resist temptation, be it food or sex.

Olympic Stadium to host public entertainment evening on May 5

March 14, 2012 at 9:32 PM

London, Mar 14(ANI): An evening of public entertainment featuring sports stars and celebrities, will be held at the Olympic Stadium on May 5.

Olympic Stadium to host public entertainment evening on May 5

March 14, 2012 at 5:16 PM

London, Mar 14(ANI): An evening of public entertainment featuring sports stars and celebrities, will be held at the Olympic Stadium on May 5.

Freida Pinto says 'my heart will always be in Mumbai'

February 18, 2012 at 7:48 PM

London, Feb 18 (ANI): Freida Pinto may have been travelling the world since 'Slumdog Millionaire', but she says her 'heart' is still in her hometown.

Freida Pinto says 'my heart will always be in Mumbai'

February 18, 2012 at 7:39 PM

London, Feb 18 (ANI): Freida Pinto may have been travelling the world since 'Slumdog Millionaire', but she says her 'heart' is still in her hometown.

Life goes on even when undersea vents turn cold

January 25, 2012 at 2:24 PM

Washington, Jan 25 (ANI): Marine life persists even when hydrothermal sea vents go dormant and their blazing warmth transforms to frigid cold, a new study has revealed.

Snakes sense prey's fading heartbeat

January 18, 2012 at 8:19 PM

London, Jan 18 (ANI): Scientists have found that Boa constrictor snakes can sense their prey's heartbeat, and let go only when it stops.

Snakes sense prey's fading heartbeat

January 18, 2012 at 6:16 PM

London, Jan 18 (ANI): Scientists have found that Boa constrictor snakes can sense their prey's heartbeat, and let go only when it stops.

How to control pet allergy symptoms

November 7, 2011 at 7:34 PM

Washington, Nov 7 (ANI): Allergists have said that removing dogs and cats from your home isn't enough to avoid pet allergy.

Insufficient sleep may trigger weight gain in teens

October 24, 2011 at 2:03 PM

Washington, Oct 24 (ANI): Sleeping less than 8 hours a night may be lead to weight gain in teens, a new study led by an Indian-origin researcher has found.

Courtney Love made honorary patron of Irish university

October 19, 2011 at 5:29 PM

Washington, Oct 19 (ANI): Rocker Courtney Love was given an honorary patronage by an Irish university on Tuesday night.

New book helps older generations understand 'Gen Z' slang

October 13, 2011 at 3:51 PM

Melbourne, Oct 13 (ANI): A new book has been written to help the older generation understand the language of Generations Y and Z, who are influenced by the new technological age.

Lack of vitamin D linked to airway changes in children with severe asthma

September 23, 2011 at 4:39 PM

Washington, Sept 23 (ANI): A study has found that lower levels of vitamin D may cause structural changes in the airway muscles of children with STRA, making breathing more difficult.

Easing ban on doping drug clenbuterol to be considered

September 18, 2011 at 2:56 PM

London, Sept 18 (ANI): The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is likely to consider relaxing the absolute ban on clenbuterol, a drug used illegally by athletes to build muscle.

Now, iPads are being used to treat patients with spinal cord injuries

August 31, 2011 at 5:15 PM

Washington, Aug 31 (ANI): iPads are now being used to treat disabled patients who suffer from spinal cord injuries and other disabilities.

Parents who stop kids from playing outside put them at depression, suicide risk

August 29, 2011 at 2:50 PM

London, August 29 (ANI): Experts have warned that pushy parents who do not let their children play freely are doing more harm than good, as it can increase the risk of depression in kids and may even lead to suicide.

Lack of free play affects kids' physical, mental, and social development

August 27, 2011 at 2:19 PM

Washington, Aug 27 (ANI): A distinguished group of experts has cautioned that hovering helicopter parents who restrict their kids' unstructured play may actually harm, rather than help, children.

Human race got strong immune system after breeding with Neanderthals?

August 26, 2011 at 11:47 AM

London, Aug 26 (ANI): A study has suggested that had it not been for the Neanderthals the human race would not have survived or developed a strong immune system.

Adventurous females tend to pick mates with similar interests

August 25, 2011 at 2:03 PM

Washington, Aug 25 (ANI): It's well known that adventurous women are more likely to choose partners who have similar personalities, irrespective of their appearance.

Human race got strong immune system after breeding with Neanderthals?

August 22, 2011 at 12:48 PM

London, Aug 22 (ANI): A study has suggested that had it not been for the Neanderthals the human race would not have survived or developed a strong immune system.

College students celebrate Shravan in Amritsar

August 11, 2011 at 2:25 PM

Amritsar, Aug.11 (ANI): College students in Amritsar organised a day-long cultural celebration on Wednesdayto mark the ongoing festivities related to the month of Shravan.

Gibbons' extraordinary jumping secrets lie in great technique

August 11, 2011 at 1:14 PM

London, August 11 (ANI): Much of gibbons' incredible jumping abilities are down to a great technique, a new research has found.

Coming soon: Sunglasses that can change colour rapidly!

July 13, 2011 at 4:12 PM

Washington, July 13 (ANI): A method for creating quick-changing, variable colours in films and displays, such as sunglasses, that could lead to the next hot fashion accessory has been perfected by a University of Connecticut scientist.

Half a glass of wine a day 'ups breast cancer risk in women by 10 pc'

June 22, 2011 at 5:49 PM

London, June 22 (ANI): One of Britain's leading doctors has warned that just half a glass of wine a day could raise a woman's chance of developing breast cancer.

Soon, microwave treatment may mark end of cornea transplants!

May 30, 2011 at 1:11 PM

London, May 30 (ANI): Those hundreds of patients, who suffer from cornea problems, can happily bid goodbye to transplants.

Pregnant women can have occasional drink without guilt

May 9, 2011 at 5:00 PM

London, May 9 (ANI): Healthy pregnant women can have an occasional glass of wine without feeling guilty or posing any major threat to the unborn baby, according to Britain's top midwife.

People who are easily distracted may have 'too much brain'

May 9, 2011 at 3:32 PM

London, May 9 (ANI): A new study by the scientists at the University College London has found larger than average volumes of grey matter in certain brain regions of people whose attention is readily diverted. That means people who are easily distracted may have 'too much brain'.

Kids of older women 'fare better'

April 6, 2011 at 10:51 AM

London, April 06 (ANI): An international study of children born to women over 40 has revealed that older mothers make better parents.

Kids 'fail to detect' cars travelling faster than 20mph

March 20, 2011 at 1:44 PM

London, March 20 (ANI): A new study has found that the inability of children to judge the speed of cars traveling at more than 20mph means they are at greater risk of being run down.

What puts the spring in a kangaroo's step

March 10, 2011 at 11:07 AM

London, Mar 10 (ANI): A new study from the Royal Veterinary College, London, the University of Idaho, the University of Queensland, and the University of Western Australia, is trying to find what is it that puts the lively spring in a kangaroo's step.

Stilettoes 'make your legs more toned'

February 2, 2011 at 2:11 PM

London, Feb 2 (ANI): It looks like killer heels are not just a sexy accessory - they are a way of getting a fabulous set of pins.

Women aged 35 'are six times more likely to suffer fertility problems'

January 28, 2011 at 10:42 AM

London, Jan 28 (ANI): Doctors have warned couples not to leave it too late to try for a baby as it can lead to fertility problems in women.

Andrew Cuomo, Sandra Lee's live-in couple relationship 'no big deal'

January 3, 2011 at 5:22 PM

New York, Jan 3 (ANI): It seems nobody has a problem with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and his girlfriend Sandra Lee's live-in relationship.

3D TVs 'can cause headaches, nausea'

December 16, 2010 at 11:20 AM

London, Dec 16 (ANI): Scientists have warned that 3D TV can disorientate the brain, causing eye strain, headaches, nausea and sickness.

Antibiotics named as 'greatest medical advance of last 50 years'

November 28, 2010 at 11:11 AM

London, Nov 28 (ANI): A new survey has named antibiotics as the most important medical development of the past 50 years.

'Heidi Klum factor' pushing normal mums to lose weight post-pregnancy

November 15, 2010 at 12:09 PM

London, Nov 15(ANI): Celebrity mums like Heidi Klum, who get back in shape just after weeks of giving birth are putting too much pressure on new mothers, a poll has found.

Earth may have had water 'from the day it was born'

November 6, 2010 at 1:31 PM

London, Nov 6 (ANI): A new study claims that Earth may have had water on its surface right since the day the planet came into being.

ESA's Venus Express explores planet's poisonous atmosphere

October 8, 2010 at 3:11 PM

Washington, Oct 8 (ANI): ESA's Venus Express has flown through the upper reaches of Venus' poisonous atmosphere with an aim of measuring the density of the upper polar atmosphere, an experiment that had never been attempted before at Venus.

ESA's Venus Express explores planet's poisonous atmosphere

October 7, 2010 at 1:38 PM

Washington, Oct 7 (ANI): ESA's Venus Express has flown through the upper reaches of Venus' poisonous atmosphere with an aim of measuring the density of the upper polar atmosphere, an experiment that had never been attempted before at Venus.

Hi-tech toys to make kids smarter 'may actually be doing them harm'

September 28, 2010 at 11:47 AM

Melbourne, Sep 28 (ANI): Next time you plan to buy a high-tech toy for your kid, think again-as they are likely to harm them.

Queen's granddaughter declares she's single and available on Facebook

September 25, 2010 at 1:38 PM

London, Sept 25 (ANI): The younger daughter of the Duke of York and the Queen's granddaughter, who is sixth in line to the throne, has never been a traditional princess.

Why our brains flip over optical illusions

September 4, 2010 at 1:29 PM

London, Sept 4 (ANI): Optical illusions, images that appear to be one picture for one moment, and then look something entirely different the next, have always fascinated us. But scientists, until now, had never quite been able to put a finger on how our brain flips between the two images.

'Smart' adult stem cells repair heart in 'landmark work'

August 17, 2010 at 1:33 PM

Washington, Aug 17 (ANI): In what is being touted as "landmark work", researchers at Mayo Clinic with Belgian collaborators have demonstrated that rationally "guided" human adult stem cells can effectively heal, repair and regenerate damaged heart tissue.

Extreme weather on Everest behind Mallory and Irvine's disappearance?

August 3, 2010 at 1:44 PM

Washington, August 3 (ANI): Scientists believe they know why George Mallory and Andrew Irvine never returned from their pioneering expedition on the Everest.

Calling boss 'mum' or 'dad' among most embarrassing work mishap: UK survey

July 23, 2010 at 2:02 PM

London, July 23 (ANI): Sleeping in a corporate meeting is no more at the top of the list of most embarrassing mishaps at work - calling your boss 'mum' or 'dad' is.

Calling boss 'mum' or 'dad' among most embarrassing work mishap: UK survey

July 23, 2010 at 2:01 PM

London, July 23 (ANI): Sleeping in a corporate meeting is no more at the top of the list of most embarrassing mishaps at work - calling your boss 'mum' or 'dad' is.

Mums' booze binges 'cause disorders in kids'

July 9, 2010 at 12:16 PM

London, July 9 (ANI): Binge drinking women are fuelling a surge in the number of babies born with learning disabilities, a British government adviser has warned.

Marijuana use in California may double if legal: Study

July 8, 2010 at 1:10 PM

Washington, July 8 (ANI): Legalizing marijuana could bring down the price of the drug and encourage sales in California, says a new study.

Even a USB coffee-cup warmer 'can steal your data'

July 3, 2010 at 12:41 PM

London, July 3 (ANI): A USB coffee cup warmer could be a potential thief and steal personal data from your computer, say engineers.

New therapy mounts double-barreled attack on leukaemia

June 4, 2010 at 4:42 PM

Washington, June 4 (ANI): University of Florida researchers have found a new therapy that mounts a double- barreled attack on leukaemia, targeting not just the cancer cells but also the environment in which those cells live and grow.

Legendary 'voice of boxing' commentator Harry Carpenter dies aged 84

March 23, 2010 at 2:07 PM

London, Mar 23(ANI): Former BBC boxing commentator Harry Carpenter has died at the King's College Hospital, London, following a prolonged illness.

Unseen Bloomsbury Group letters reveal fears over death of Virginia Woolf

March 19, 2010 at 4:58 PM

London, Mar 19 (ANI): Rare and intimate letters from the Bloomsbury Group have been released for the first time, documenting the members' fears over the suicide of Virginia Woolf.

Teeth may be used to reveal level of radiation exposure in bomb explosion

February 27, 2010 at 3:22 PM

Washington, Feb 27 (ANI): Scientists are developing tools to use teeth enamel to test how much radiation a person has been exposed to in the case of a major emergency, like a dirty bomb explosion.

Psychiatrists call for ban on 'glamorising' of eating disorders

February 26, 2010 at 3:19 PM

London, February 26 (ANI): Psychiatrists are urging a ban be put on the "damaging portrayal" of eating disorders in advertisements and various other publications.

Psychiatrists call for ban on 'glamorising' of eating disorders

February 23, 2010 at 9:24 PM

London, February 23 (ANI): Psychiatrists are urging a ban be put on the "damaging portrayal" of eating disorders in advertisements and various other publications.

Husbands' hostile, anti-social behaviors aggravate wives' depression

February 23, 2010 at 12:35 PM

Washington, Feb 23 (ANI): Hostile and anti-social behaviour of husbands increases their wives' symptoms of depression, a new study claims.

Pregnancy doesn't make women forgetful

February 3, 2010 at 1:35 PM

London, Feb 3 (ANI): Pregnant women need not blame "the bump" for their forgetfulness, say scientists who claim the idea that bearing children affects one's brain power - the "baby brain" - is a myth.

College-educated parents likely to have autistic kids

January 9, 2010 at 4:56 PM

Washington, Jan 9 (ANI): Highly educated parents are more likely to have autistic kids, finds a new study.

From insects to whales, most animals have similar call signs

January 6, 2010 at 3:35 PM

Washington, Jan 6 (ANI): Scientists have found common denominators in the calls of hundreds of species of insects, birds, fish, frogs, lizards and other animals.

Health risks from 'waistline fat' often ignored

January 4, 2010 at 4:05 PM

London, January 4 (ANI): An alarming number of people are unaware of the harm caused by extra fat around their waistline, suggests a study.

Abdominal binders may endanger women's lives

December 20, 2009 at 4:03 PM

London, Dec 20 (ANI): Abdominal binders, elasticized wraps that are applied around the lower part of the torso to support the abdomen, may endanger women's lives, say experts.

Exposure to everyday germs may prevent diseases in adulthood

December 9, 2009 at 12:36 PM

Washington, Dec 9 (ANI): Parents shouldn't stop their kids from playing in the mud, for a new study suggests that early microbial exposures affect inflammatory processes related to diseases associated with aging in adulthood.

Ride-on lawnmowers land thousands of people in hospital every year

November 22, 2009 at 2:46 PM

London, Nov 22 (ANI): Experts have revealed that ride-on lawnmowers are causing more accidents every year, landing thousands of people in hospital.

Statins 'cut healthy women's heart attack risk'

November 18, 2009 at 12:59 PM

London, Nov 18 (ANI) Healthy women who take statins have decreased risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke, according to a study in America.

Aspirin 'only for people with heart problems'

November 3, 2009 at 1:04 PM

London, November 3 (ANI): People who don't have obvious cardiovascular disease and are taking aspirin for prevention of heart attacks and strokes should abandon the practice, researchers have advised.

Chelsy Davy steps on the London property ladder

October 22, 2009 at 4:14 PM

London, October 22 (ANI): Prince Harry's girlfriend Chelsy Davy was said to have stepped up the property ladder after her father Charles spent 1.65 million pounds on a home for her in London.

'Relaxing wine glass' could create health "timebomb" for women

October 20, 2009 at 12:20 PM

Melbourne, Oct 20 (ANI): A splash of wine at the end of a tough day to ease the stress of daily living could create a health "timebomb" for women, a UK expert says.

Detox diets can cause the body to break down

October 12, 2009 at 1:26 PM

Melbourne, Oct 12 (ANI): Any diet or detox program involving fasting could cause the body to break down, experts have warned.

Shyness from talking about contraception hampers safe sex

September 26, 2009 at 1:21 PM

Sydney, Sep 26 (ANI): A Sydney-based gynaecologist is urging people not to be shy about discussing contraception with their partners because it can hamper safe sex.

Booming pro-anorexia websites spark health concerns

September 19, 2009 at 4:44 PM

London, September 19 (ANI): A boom in websites encouraging women towards dangerous weight loss has sparked health concerns.

Global warming could make meat lose its juiciness

September 5, 2009 at 12:21 PM

London, September 5 (ANI): Veterinary scientists have said that as the world warms, slabs of meat would lose their juiciness, and become soggier, blander, leaner, darker and more prone to spoilage.

Victims of workplace bullies can suffer severe sleep problems

September 1, 2009 at 1:32 PM

Westchester, September 1 (ANI): Exposure to workplace bullying is associated with increased sleep disturbances, according to a new study.

Equation to spot small placenta may help stop babies from dying in the womb

August 10, 2009 at 12:51 PM

London, August 10 (ANI): It may soon be possible to stop babies dying in the womb, thanks to a measurement to spot small placentas that can act as an early warning system.

Now, radical British Islamic group planning "bloodless military coup" in Pak

July 5, 2009 at 12:38 PM

London, July 5 (ANI): The writ of the Pakistan government is not only under threat from the ever expanding Taliban, but fears are also rife that British extremists may try to topple the democratic set-up of the country, as an Islamic fundamentalist group, Hizb- ut-Tahrir (HuT) is pushing for a "bloodless military coup" to establish an orthodox Islamic rule in the troubled nation .

How small 'guys' can get the 'gals' just as their bigger counterparts

June 25, 2009 at 1:35 PM

Washington, June 25 (ANI): In the world of yellow dung flies, the small guys can also get the girl, but only if they are hanging out on apple pomace instead of cow dung, reveals a new study.