Smoking likely leads to permanent brain shrinkage: Study

Smoking likely leads to permanent brain shrinkage: Study

New York, Dec 13  Smoking does not only affect your heart and lungs, but it can also shrink your brain permanently, and the damage done is irreversible, according to a new study. Although quitting smoking can prevent further loss of brain tissue, stopping smoking will not restore the brain to its original size, revealed the […]

Sri Lanka records $1.8 bn tourism revenue till Nov

Sri Lanka records $1.8 bn tourism revenue till Nov

Colombo, Dec 9 Sri Lanka recorded $1.8 billion tourism revenue till November this year, 78.3 per cent up from the corresponding period previous year, as per Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) data. The revenue earned from tourism increased to 205.3 million dollars in November 2023, which is over twice the revenue in November 2022, […]

Grab a bite at these restaurants featuring new menus

Grab a bite at these restaurants  featuring new menus

Bangalore, Mumbai, New Delhi and Mumbai. Many eateries have released menus to reflect the upcoming colder days as the season approaches. Check out these restaurants that are ready to celebrate the new season and live up to the festive atmosphere. Renowned Chef Yoshinori Mizutani Unveils Exquisite New Menu at Shangri-La Bengaluru Yataii, the contemporary and authentic […]

5 reasons to visit Goa in peak season

5 reasons to visit Goa in peak season

One of the biggest reasons to visit between October to February is the mild temperature with zero humidity. By Anjali Kochhar Goa is the most preferred and yet most renowned beach destination in India that everyone wants to visit at least once in their lifetime. The beauty of the place and serene views are so […]

No new virus behind China pneumonia outbreak: US CDC

Washington, Dec 1  The recent pneumonia outbreak in China among young children is not caused by any new virus, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), even as Ohio becomes the first US state to report a similar uptick in cases. Asking the public to not be alarmed over the spike in respiratory […]

New stem cell treatment shows promise for Type 1 diabetes patients

New stem cell treatment shows promise for Type 1 diabetes patients

Toronto, Nov 28  An innovative stem cell-based treatment for Type-1 diabetes can meaningfully regulate blood glucose levels and reduce dependence on daily insulin injections, according to results from a clinical trial. The therapy aims to replace the insulin-producing beta cells that people with type 1 diabetes lack. Dubbed VC-02, the small medical implant contains millions […]

US CDC flags new Covid variants JN.1, HV.1

US CDC flags new Covid variants JN.1, HV.1

New Delhi, Nov 8  After a brief lull, Covid-19 infections have resurfaced with newer variants. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has flagged concerns over two new variants — JN.1 and HV.1 — with potential to evade the immune system. In a recent respiratory virus update, the CDC said that JN.1, is […]

Unveiling Pahadi Thal: A culinary odyssey through the Himalayas

Unveiling Pahadi Thal: A culinary odyssey through the Himalayas

Pahadi Thal offers a curated multi-course tasting menu that promises an unparalleled dining experience. Nestled in the heart of Uttarakhand, an enchanting culinary destination is poised to take gastronomy enthusiasts on an extraordinary journey through the Himalayas. Pahadi Thal, a restaurant Jal & Jalebi by Ganga Kinare Rishikesh is committed to preserving tradition and celebrating […]

US woman fights OCD, seizures with personalised brain implant

US woman fights OCD, seizures with personalised brain implant

New York, Nov 1  A US woman has become the first in the world to benefit from a single stimulator implanted in the brain to effectively control two life-altering conditions: seizures caused by epilepsy and compulsive behaviour caused by obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Amber Pearson, 34, of Albany, said her seizures are under better control, but […]

UK health agency asks to prepare for a fresh wave of Covid

London, Oct 15  Amid a significant rise in Covid cases, the UK health agency has asked people in the country to brace for another bout of infections due to the SARS-CoV-2 virus this winter. The fresh cases are reportedly due to the new variant nicknamed BA.2.86, dubbed as Pirola. The variant has led to a […]

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