Health
Why can’t we stop laughing? The surprising science behind helpless laughter
Researchers have identified two distinct brain networks linked to laughter: one associated with spontaneous, joyful reactions and another involved in voluntary laughter during conversation.
WORLD
Kenya's Ebola outbreak: Cases rise to eight as another patient tests positive
Some 130 contacts, including health workers, were listed after the first patient died on October 5, with 128 remaining in quarantine.
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LIFESTYLE
AIIMS doctors identify surgical ‘warning zones’ to reduce bleeding and organ injuries
The anatomical landmarks, known as Ray’s Zone and Ray’s Hepatocaval Triangle, are intended to help surgeons navigate high-risk areas during complex cancer and liver surgeries.
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INDIA
Anti-cancer drug prices may fall 70% as government plans 30% trade margin cap
Government plans to cap trade margins at 30% for non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs, potentially cutting MRPs by up to 70% and saving Rs 2,500 crore annually.
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WORLD
What we know about the Russian lab worker’s plague death
Darya Shipilova died after falling ill at a Siberian research institute, while officials have not confirmed whether plague caused her death.
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WORLD
New York declares measles emergency as cases rise in rural areas
The state has reported 108 cases this year, including 92 since July 15, while neighbouring Pennsylvania has crossed 1,000 cases.
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LIFESTYLE
Three myths about ageing and mobility: Why growing older does not mean slowing down
Retirement, driving and ageing at home can reshape mobility, but older adults continue adapting how they travel, live and stay connected.
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LIFESTYLE
Study links depression during pregnancy to higher risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children
A UK study found children exposed to maternal depression during pregnancy had higher rates of special educational needs, regardless of treatment.
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LIFESTYLE
Calorie-restricted diets can help you lose weight. But what happens next?
Calorie-restricted diets can help with weight loss, but keeping the weight off can be harder. Experts explain the risks, benefits and sustainable approaches.
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INDIA
Tamil Nadu’s gold ring scheme: Beyond tradition, a push for maternal care and fertility | Explained
‘Thaaimaman Thanga Mothiram scheme’ is viewed as a pro-natalist initiative aimed at encouraging childbirth while promoting maternal healthcare.
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LIFESTYLE
Study uncovers striking genetic similarities between cat and human cancers
Researchers analysed nearly 500 cat tumours and found genetic similarities with human cancers, offering new clues for precision cancer treatment.
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LIFESTYLE
Newborn girls may look more at faces, boys at objects, Cambridge study finds
Study of 130 newborns found both sexes generally preferred social stimuli, but girls spent a greater share of looking time at faces than boys.
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LIFESTYLE
World Narcolepsy Day: Understanding a sleep disorder that affects millions worldwide
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, people with narcolepsy feel sleepy throughout the day, even when they have had adequate sleep.
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LIFESTYLE
Sleep talking explained: Why your brain speaks while you sleep
Sleep psychologists say talking in your sleep is common and usually harmless, with the phenomenon linked to different parts of the brain staying active at different times.
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WORLD
Singapore air quality plunges to 'unhealthy' levels as wildfire haze blankets city-state
Thick haze from Indonesia's most intense wildfires in 11 years has severely reduced visibility across Singapore.
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INDIA
Delhi hospital performs robotic knee replacement with non-metallic implant
Delhi doctors combined active robotic surgery with a ceramic knee implant, describing the procedure as a first-of-its-kind development.
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