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Ben Affleck does not wish to have any more kids

June 18, 2013 at 6:04 PM

Washington, June 18 (ANI): Ben Affleck has revealed that he does not wish to have any more children with his wife Jennifer Garner.

Painkiller receptor variant developed

June 17, 2013 at 1:41 PM

Los Angeles, June 17 (IANS) Researchers have developed a variant of a major painkiller receptor that enables scientists to perform experiments previously deemed difficult or impossible, says a study.

Protein key to breast cancer recurrence identified

June 14, 2013 at 3:32 PM

Washington, June 14 (ANI): Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania have identified a key molecular player in recurrent breast cancer - a finding that suggests potential new therapeutic strategies.

Genetic origins of dyslexia and language impairment unraveled

June 14, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Washington, June 14 (ANI): Researchers at Yale School of Medicine have discovered genetic variants that can predispose children to dyslexia and language impairment, increasing the likelihood of earlier diagnosis and more effective interventions.

Growing blood forming cells in petri dish

June 14, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Washington, June 14 (ANI): By transferring four genes into mouse fibroblast cells, researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have produced cells that resemble hematopoietic stem cells, which produce millions of new blood cells in the human body every day.

Steven Spielberg says big budget flicks will cost viewers more

June 14, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Wellington, June 14 (ANI): Steven Spielberg predicts that movie-goers will have to pay a premium to see big budget films like Iron Man.

Stressed dads can affect offspring's brain development

June 13, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): Stress felt by dad-whether as a preadolescent or adult-leaves a lasting impression on his sperm that gives sons and daughters a blunted reaction to stress, a response linked to several mental disorders, according to a new study.

Hindi theatre has not advanced: Rohitashv Gour

June 13, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Mumbai, June 13 (IANS) National School of Drama (NSD)-trained actor Rohitashv Gour, who actively participates in Hindi plays, says Hindi theatre is not as advanced as Marathi or Gujarati.

Restless legs syndrome in men linked to higher risk of early death

June 13, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): Men, who experience restless legs syndrome -RLS- may have a higher risk of dying earlier, according to a new research.

Possible cause for TB drug resistance identified

June 13, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): Pyrazinamide (PZA)-a frontline tuberculosis (TB) drug- is used for treating both drug susceptible and multi-drug resistant TB (MDR-TB) but resistance to PZA occurs frequently and can compromise treatment.

Newly discovered cell shows promise for liver regeneration

June 10, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Washington, June 10 (ANI): Liver transplantation is the mainstay of treatment for patients with end-stage liver disease, but a new research from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has suggested that it may one day become possible to regenerate a liver using cell therapy in patients with liver disease.

Workers at physically demanding jobs tend to have unhealthy sleep patterns

June 9, 2013 at 11:13 AM

Washington, June 9 (ANI): A new study from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania has found that people who work in jobs that are more physically demanding tend to be either short sleepers (fewer than 6 hours a night) or long sleepers (longer than 9 hours).

Herpes virus exploits immune response to cause infection

June 7, 2013 at 2:57 PM

Washington, June 7 (ANI): The herpes simplex virus type-1 (HSV-1), which affects an estimated 50 to 80 percent of all American adults, exploits an immune system receptor to boost its infectivity and ability to cause disease, according to researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine and colleagues.

Myth busted! You do not catch flu if you use public transport

June 7, 2013 at 1:45 PM

London, June 7 (ANI): Doctors suggest that, in spite of popular belief, people who use public transport are no more likely to catch flu than those who drive or cycle.

Altering neural circuitry could lead to anorexia and bulimia

June 5, 2013 at 11:45 AM

Washington, June 5 (ANI): A new study suggests that the altered function of neural circuitry contributes to restricted eating in anorexia and overeating in bulimia.

Neighborhood with healthier food environments could help prevent obesity

June 5, 2013 at 10:09 AM

Washington, June 5 (ANI): A five-year study found that significantly fewer people became obese when living in neighborhoods with healthier food environments, compared to those who had fewer healthy food options within a mile of their homes.

Sperm can act as natural superfood

June 5, 2013 at 9:53 AM

Washington, June 5 (ANI): A new study has found that certain females consume male ejaculate and sperm as if they were food, using the nutrients to fuel their own bodies as well as their eggs.

Why humans don't regenerate hair after wounding

June 3, 2013 at 10:17 AM

London, June 3 (ANI): In a study, researchers in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have determined the role of a key growth factor, found in skin cells of limited quantities in humans, which helps hair follicles form and regenerate during the wound healing process.

New chemical that causes kidney failure in mosquito key to fighting malaria

June 2, 2013 at 9:21 AM

Washington, Jun. 1 (ANI): Researchers have come a step closer to fighting malaria by isolating a chemical that causes kidney failure in mosquitoes leaving some of the mosquitoes too bloated to survive after feeding.

Mutual friends feature on Facebook not secure enough

May 31, 2013 at 4:01 PM

Washington, May 31 (IANS) A study has shown that Facebook's 'mutual friends' feature may create security risks and privacy issues.

Past experience can indicate how animals will behave during environmental change

May 31, 2013 at 2:58 PM

Washington, May 31 (ANI): Standard theory held that the best response to current circumstances should be unaffected by what has happened in the past.

Acid thrown at 11-year-old boy in China

May 30, 2013 at 7:53 PM

Beijing, May 30 (IANS) An 11-year-old student in east China's Nanjing city was seriously burnt when a 51-year-old man threw acid at him Thursday, police said.

Could eating yoghurt help treat depression?

May 30, 2013 at 7:37 PM

Los Angeles, May 30 (IANS) A new research reveals that probiotics found in natural yogurt could help boost a person's mood because they affect brain function.

Cure for type 1 diabetes may lie in adult stem cells

May 30, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Washington, May 30 (ANI): In type 1 diabetes patients, their immune system attacks the very insulin-producing cells it was designed to protect.

Protein responsible for regulating blood vessel growth identified

May 30, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Washington, May 30 (ANI): Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have identified a protein that is responsible for regulating blood vessel growth by mediating the efficient removal of cholesterol from the cells.

'Junk DNA' could promote cancer progression

May 30, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Washington, May 30 (ANI): At least one genetic malfunction in a sequence considered junk DNA has a dire and specific effect: promoting cancer growth, scientists at The University of Nottingham have found.

Probiotics alter brain function

May 29, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Washington, May 29 (ANI): UCLA researchers have found that bacteria ingested in food can affect brain function in humans.

Caesareans and obesity interlinked?

May 27, 2013 at 7:01 PM

London, May 27 (IANS) A new study has revealed that babies born by caesarean section are almost twice as likely to be overweight when they reach their teens.

Kazakh envoy takes part in International Olympiad valedictory function at Amity University

May 27, 2013 at 5:01 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): Kazakhstan's Ambassador to India Doulat Kuanyshev recently participated in the valedictory function of the Second Amity International Olympiad at Amity University.

Ashley Tisdale 'always pretty comfortable' posing for sexy photo shoots

May 27, 2013 at 3:49 PM

Washington, May 27 (ANI): Ashley Tisdale, who recently went nearly topless for her Maxim cover, has revealed that she is totally at ease baring her body in front of the camera.

Way to make cancer cells more responsive to chemotherapy identified

May 24, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Washington, May 24 (ANI): A new research from Western University has shed light on why some cancer cells don't respond to chemotherapy, and identified a mechanism to rectify that.

Google boss warns students against 'censorship of net' and 'digital ethnic cleansing'

May 24, 2013 at 11:58 AM

London, May 24 (ANI): Google's executive chairman Eric Schmidt and director of Google Ideas Jared Cohen have warned London School of Economics students against censorship on the internet and the dangers that 'digital ethnic cleansing' pose.

Insomnia may cause dysfunction in emotional brain circuitry

May 23, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): A new study has found neurobiological evidence for dysfunction in the neural circuitry underlying emotion regulation in people with insomnia.

Chemicals in plastics linked to elevated blood pressure in kids and teens

May 23, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): Certain types of plastic additives known as phthalates could pose risk to children's heart health, a new study has suggested.

Largest genetic sequencing study of human disease completed

May 23, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): A global team of scientists has completed the largest sequencing study of human disease to date, investigating the genetic basis of six autoimmune diseases.

Amy Winehouse foundation raises 1.9 mn pounds annually

May 22, 2013 at 1:18 PM

London, May 22 (IANS) A foundation set up by late singer Amy Winehouse's father Mitch reportedly raised nearly 1.9 million pounds (over $2,000,000) in a year.

Justin Bieber teams up with 'Child Hunger Ends Here' campaign

May 21, 2013 at 5:42 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Justin Bieber surprised the young students of a Las Vegas primary school on Friday after he visited the place to declare that he had partnered up with Child Hunger Ends Here campaign.

Bed sharing with parents raises risk of a baby dying from SIDS fivefold

May 21, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): An infant has a fivefold increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) when they share their bed with their parents, according to an analysis.

Sleep apnea in seniors linked to Alzheimer's

May 20, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): A new NYU study looking at sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and markers for Alzheimer's disease (AD) risk in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and neuroimaging has supported the growing body of research linking the two.

Chronic trauma can inflict lasting damage to brain

May 19, 2013 at 1:26 PM

Washington, May 19 (ANI): Researchers at NYU School of Medicine have shown that the effects of trauma persist in certain brain regions even when veterans of combat are not engaged in cognitive or emotional tasks, and face no immediate external threats.

JK Rowling's personal copy of first Harry Potter book up for sale

May 19, 2013 at 11:10 AM

Melbourne, May 19 (ANI): JK Rowling's own copy of the first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, which started the enthralling journey of the Harry Potter series, is all set to go under the hammer.

JK Rowling's personal copy of first Harry Potter book up for sale

May 19, 2013 at 11:02 AM

Melbourne, May 19 (ANI): JK Rowling's own copy of the first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, which started the enthralling journey of the Harry Potter series, is all set to go under the hammer.

New app could help diagnose heart attacks more quickly

May 18, 2013 at 11:10 AM

Washington, May 18 (ANI): An experimental, inexpensive iPhone application transmitted diagnostic heart images faster and more reliably than emailing photo images.

Breastfeeding may keep ADHD at bay in kids

May 16, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): Breastfeeding could help prevent children from developing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) later in life, according to a new research.

Young women 'less healthy' than similar aged men before heart attacks

May 16, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): Young women most often have poor health and quality of life compared to men of same age before they suffer a heart attack, new research has claimed.

Inhalation of auto emissions turns HDL cholesterol from 'good' to 'bad'

May 16, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): Breathing motor vehicle emissions triggers a change in high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, altering its cardiovascular protective qualities so that it actually contributes to clogged arteries, researchers have found in a study done in mice.

Alligators may hold secret to tooth renewal in humans

May 15, 2013 at 3:10 PM

Washington, May 15 (ANI): For the first time, a global team of researchers has uncovered unique cellular and molecular mechanisms behind tooth renewal in American alligators.

Ashley Tisdale's stalker turns up at her home

May 15, 2013 at 4:22 AM

Los Angeles, May 15 (IANS) Actress-singer Ashley Tisdale has reportedly been troubled by a fan, who posted over thousands tweets on her Twitter account, and then turned up at her doorstep.

Higher child marriage rates linked to higher maternal and infant mortality

May 14, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Washington, May 14 (ANI): Countries in which girls are commonly married before the age of 18 have significantly higher rates of maternal and infant mortality, a new study by an Indian origin researcher and her team has found.

4 new genetic risk factors for testicular cancer identified

May 13, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): Scientists have identified four new genetic variants associated with an increased risk of testicular cancer.

How defect in cells trigger hearing, vision loss and kidney disease

May 13, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Washington, May 13 (ANI): Johns Hopkins scientists have unearthed clues about which protein signaling molecules are allowed into hollow, hair-like "antennae," called cilia, that alert cells to critical changes in their environments.

'Devastated' dad learns about son's death after school posts news on website

May 10, 2013 at 4:46 PM

London, May 10 (ANI): A father from Sussex came to know of his 13-year-old son's death in a road accident after the news was posted by the boarding school on their website.

Indian-origin family upset with South African justice system

May 8, 2013 at 5:04 PM

Durban, May 8 (IANS) An Indian-origin family here has expressed outrage after a court granted bail to an Indian-origin teenager charged with murdering a member of the family.

How brain implant helps relieve depression

May 8, 2013 at 3:29 PM

Washington, May 8 (ANI): An implanted electronic stimulator is commonly used to treat severe depression in people who don't respond to standard antidepressant therapy, but little is known about how this stimulation works.

Nicole Richie fashion inspires Ashley Tisdale

May 8, 2013 at 1:04 AM

Los Angeles, May 8 (IANS) "High School Musical" actress Ashley Tisdale says her fashion choices are inspired by Nicole Richie and she is a big fan of her bohemian look.

Breast milk ingredient can prevent deadly intestinal problem in premature infants

May 7, 2013 at 11:52 AM

Washington, May 7 (ANI): An ingredient that naturally occurs in breast milk might be used to prevent premature babies from developing a deadly intestinal condition that currently is largely incurable, a new study has revealed.

Newly identified protein complex may play role in preventing cancers

May 6, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Washington, May 6 (ANI): A group of proteins that are mutated in about one-fifth of all human cancers has been identified in a recent study by researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine.

Afforestt creates first urban jungle in Kerala

May 4, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 4 (IANS) Bangalore-based company Afforestt, that works to revive forests, Saturday took the initiative to grow an "urban jungle" in the campus of an educational institution here.

Gene that becomes more active after sleep deprivation identified

May 4, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Washington, May 4 (ANI): A researcher at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has tried to identify a human gene that is more active after sleep deprivation by studying fruit flies.

Sick third grade student replaces herself in school with robot

May 4, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Washington, May 4 (ANI): A third grade schoolgirl, who is suffering from a cardiac pulmonary illness, is using a robot to attend her classes from home.

Twitter users should strategize their tweets to attract more followers: Study

May 3, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Washington, May 3 (ANI): Twitter users need to strategize their tweets to attract more followers, a new research has revealed.

Making sacrifices for partner after stressful day may not be beneficial

May 1, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Washington, May 1(ANI): While making sacrifices in a romantic relationship is generally a positive thing, doing so on days when you are feeling especially stressed may not be beneficial, according to a new study from the University of Arizona.

Teen held for Indian origin schoolboy's murder

April 30, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Durban, April 30 (IANS) An 18-year-old youth has been arrested in connection with the murder of an Indian origin school student in this South African city earlier this week and attempting to murder his elder brother.

Artery formation after heart attack discovered

April 30, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Washington, Apr 30 (ANI): Researchers from Yale School of Medicine and University College London (UCL) have uncovered the molecular pathway by which new arteries may form after heart attacks, strokes and other acute illnesses bypassing arteries that are blocked.

Docs less likely to bond with overweight patients

April 29, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): Physicians build much less of an emotional rapport with their overweight and obese patients than with their patients of normal BMI, according to a new study.

Socializing in workplace doesn't always bridge gaps of racial division

April 27, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Washington, Apr. 27 (ANI): Work events created to unite employees - particularly a group of workers who are racially dissimilar - don't always work out, a news study has revealed.

Possible to detect autism in foetus: New study

April 26, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Washington, April 26 (IANS) Scientists have found a way of detecting and quantifying an infant's risk of autism in the womb itself, says a new study conducted by scientists in the US.

Indian American wins Wharton School award

April 26, 2013 at 2:44 PM

New York, April 26 (IANS) ZenKars, a venture of an Indian American and his friend, won the 2013 Perlman Prize at the 2013 Wharton Business Plan Competition.

Motivations behind Pinterest activities: Study

April 24, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Washington, Apr.24 (ANI): Gender plays significant roles among Pinterest users, a recent study has revealed.

Mushrooms 'contain as much vitamin D as supplements'

April 23, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Washington, April 23 (ANI): Mushrooms are a good source of vitamin D2 and is as effective as taking vitamin D supplements.

Yoga, sex and hot shower help you have a good night sleep

April 22, 2013 at 10:44 AM

Melbourne, Apr. 22 (ANI): People, who practice yoga, have sex and a hot shower give themselves the best chance of having a good night's sleep, a study has claimed.

Trojan Horse strategy looked into for treatment of breast cancer

April 21, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Washington, Apr (ANI): A surgeon from Indiana University School of Medicine is hoping to vanquish breast cancer that has metastasized to the brain by using glass, gold, nanotechnology and Greek mythology.

Social video games promote healthy behavior

April 19, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Washington, April 19 (ANI): Video games that have some sort of social aspect leads people to exercise more frequently and helped them decrease their body-mass index, according to new research.

Human body can ward off viruses naturally

April 18, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, Apr 18 (ANI): The human body has the ability to ward off viruses by activating a naturally occurring protein at the cellular level, setting off a chain reaction that disrupts the levels of cholesterol required in cell membranes to enable viruses to enter cells, a new study has found.

Exports driving Spain's incipient recovery: Economists

April 18, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Zurich, April 18 (IANS/EFE) A new focus on exports - now 30 percent of Spain's GDP - as opposed to construction is crucial to the turnaround underway in the country's economic cycle, the executive director of Spain's Business Council for Competitiveness, or CEC, said Wednesday in Switzerland.

Human body can ward off viruses naturally

April 18, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Washington, Apr 18 (ANI): The human body has the ability to ward off viruses by activating a naturally occurring protein at the cellular level, setting off a chain reaction that disrupts the levels of cholesterol required in cell membranes to enable viruses to enter cells, a new study has found.

Nitin Bal to give design tips to Lisaa students (With Image)

April 16, 2013 at 4:20 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) His claim to fame is his quirky designs and ready to wear affordable western clothes. And now designer Nitin Bal Chauhan has been invited to share designing tips with students of a French design school.

Beer's taste triggers dopamine release in brain

April 16, 2013 at 3:00 PM

Washington, Apr. 16 (ANI): The taste of beer, without any effect from alcohol itself, can trigger dopamine release in the brain that is associated with drinking and other drugs of abuse, researchers have claimed.

Sleep enhances learning for musicians practicing new melody

April 16, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Washington, April 16 (ANI): Musicians who learn a new melody performed better when their practice was followed by a night of sleep, according to a new study that examined how the brain learns and retains motor skills.

How bacteria hides from host immune system to cause disease

April 15, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Washington, April 15 (ANI): A system of genes that bacteria use to defend themselves against viruses, has been found to be involved in helping some bacteria evade the mammalian immune system.

Ashley Tisdale rules out nude scenes

April 15, 2013 at 6:28 AM

Los Angeles, April 15 (IANS) "High School Musical" actress Ashley Tisdale has no plans to go topless on the screen.

New protein target for controlling diabetes identified

April 14, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Washington, April 14 (ANI): A previously unknown biological mechanism involved in the regulation of pancreatic islet beta cells, whose role is to produce and release insulin, has been identified by researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine.

New protein target for controlling diabetes identified

April 14, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Washington, April 14 (ANI): A previously unknown biological mechanism involved in the regulation of pancreatic islet beta cells, whose role is to produce and release insulin, has been identified by researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine.

Teenage Canadian girls' suicides show sexual cyber-bulling 'getting worse': Expert

April 13, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Washington, Apr 13 (ANI): The suicide cases of two young Canadian girls, who hung themselves after allegedly being raped, shows cyber-bullying is getting worse, and is pervasive, an expert has said.

Multiple genes contribute to schizophrenia risk

April 10, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Washington, April 10 (ANI): Multiple genes contribute to risk for schizophrenia and appear to function in pathways related to transmission of signals in the brain and immunity, an international study has discovered.

Now, new device that replaces passwords with 'passthoughts'

April 10, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Washington, Apr 10 (ANI): Researchers have now created a new device that would replace passwords with 'passthoughts' for computer authentication, a report has said.

Hot and cold senses interact

April 9, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Washington, April 9 (ANI): A study from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine has provided new insights into how the nervous system processes hot and cold temperatures.

Southampton Varsity now explains neuroscience through fashion

April 9, 2013 at 12:45 PM

London, April 9 (ANI): Neuroscientists from the University of Southampton have exchanged their laboratories for the catwalk for a unique project to explain neuroscience through fashion.

29 students injured in stampede in Meghalaya

April 8, 2013 at 10:14 PM

Shillong, April 8 (IANS) Twenty-nine students were injured, 15 of them seriously, in a stampede at a school here in Meghalaya's capital Monday, officials said.

2-step ovarian cancer immunotherapy made from patients' own tumor benefits three quarters of trial

April 8, 2013 at 2:05 PM

Washington, April 8 (ANI): A novel but preliminary new treatment for ovarian cancer produced complete remission for one patient with an advanced form of the disease, according to research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

Connecticut school gunman's murder spree may have been 'act of revenge' for having been bullied

April 8, 2013 at 11:09 AM

Washington, Apr. 8 (ANI): Adam Lanza, the fanatic who killed six children and 20 adults in a shooting spree at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut, may have launched his murder spree as an 'act of revenge'.

Embryonic-like stem cells collected from adults to grow bone

April 7, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Washington, April 7 (ANI): Researchers at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and New York-based NeoStem Inc. are all set for the first known human trial to use embryonic-like stem cells collected from adult cells to grow bone.

Hunger feelings may help combat Alzheimer's

April 7, 2013 at 10:12 AM

Washington, April 7 (ANI): The sensation of hunger itself may protect against Alzheimer's disease, a new study on mice has suggested.

Madonna's daughter dating 'Homeland' actor?

April 5, 2013 at 6:20 PM

New York, April 5 (IANS) Madonna's 16-year-old daughter Lourdes Leon is reportedly dating TV show "Homeland" actor Timothee Chalamet.

Second pathway through which Alzheimer's develops identified

April 5, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Washington, April 5 (ANI): A new set of genetic markers for Alzheimer's that point to a second pathway through which the disease develops has been identified by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.

NIOS: Sr. Secondary: Intimation/Hall Ticket for April 2013 Exams, click here

April 4, 2013 at 10:47 AM

Sr. Secondary examination going to be held in April by National School of Open Schooling.

Self-help programs may help combat childhood obesity

April 1, 2013 at 1:54 PM

Washington, April 1 (ANI): Overweight children and their parents can shed extra pounds on their own, if they follow a self-help treatment program under the guidance of medical experts, according to a new study.

US University, AISFM agree on exchange programme

March 31, 2013 at 4:26 PM

Hyderabad, March 31 (IANS) The US's Northwestern University's School of Communication and Annapurna International School of Film and Media (AISFM) have joined hands for a student and faculty exchange programme.

Qualifying school graduates aim to shine at Panasonic Open India

March 30, 2013 at 3:38 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Promising graduates from the Asian Tour Qualifying School will be looking to stamp their mark when they tee off against the region's top players at the Panasonic Open India here next week.

US school shooter had an arsenal at home, in car

March 29, 2013 at 9:30 AM

Washington, March 29 (IANS) Adam Lanza, who last December massacred 20 children at an elementary school, had an arsenal of several firearms, over 1,600 rounds of ammunition, 11 knives, a starter pistol, a bayonet and 3 samurai swords.