Ask a 100-year-old about survival, the answer might surprise you
Survivorship bias is everywhere in society. We can all think of that one famous actor or entrepreneur who succeeded despite adversity, who worked hard, believed in themselves and one day made it. But we never read about or hear about the countless examples of people who tried, gave it their all and never quite made it.- London - UPDATED: May 12, 2024, 07:06 PM - 5 mins read
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A kidney selling scam has come to light in Andhra Pradesh, involving a 31-year-old auto-rickshaw driver named G Madhu Babu from Guntur. Madhu Babu was reportedly duped into selling his kidney for a fraction of the promised amount. This distressing incident highlights the growing problem of illegal organ trade and exploitation of financially desperate individuals.
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Researchers from the University of Southern California, US, found brain activity in people watching an animated film heightened in one part that helped process emotions and separately in another which played a role in pleasurable experiences.
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Your microbiome is collectively the tens of trillions of microorganisms that live in interconnected populations on and in your body. They serve as miniature sentinels that help protect your body’s surfaces from bacteria and viruses.
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Researchers from Pusan National University, South Korea, found a fourfold increase in emergency admissions and seven times higher medical costs in people with disabilities.
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The Union Health Ministry, chaired by Dr. Atul Goel, Directorate General of Health Services, held a virtual meeting with States and Union Territories to review their preparedness for heatwave conditions and ensure fire and electrical safety in healthcare facilities across the country.
Read moreJune 2, 2024, 07:31 PM - 2 mins read
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted that heatwave conditions will affect most parts of the country on June 3. According to the weather bulletin, isolated pockets in Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, Jammu division, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha are likely to experience heatwave conditions.
Read moreMay 27, 2024, 04:36 PM - 3 mins read
Rajasthan will continue to experience intense heatwave conditions and warm nights for the next few days, as there is no immediate relief in sight. The India Meteorological Department's (IMD) Rajasthan Meteorological Centre announced on Monday that temperatures will remain high, with little to no change expected until May 29.
Read moreMay 26, 2024, 07:31 PM - 3 mins read
A day after a fire at the TRP Gaming Zone in Rajkot killed 27 people, including children, Gujarat Police have booked six people, including its owner and manager, for culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
Read moreMay 26, 2024, 06:12 PM - 2 mins read
The scorching heat wave has tightened its grip over Rajasthan, with temperatures soaring to a blistering 50 degrees Celsius. The intense heat is expected to persist for the next two to three days, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Read moreMay 26, 2024, 05:31 PM - 2 mins read
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced financial support for the families affected by the tragic fire incident in the game zone in Rajkot, Gujarat.
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People with ADHD have short attention spans, along with hyperactivity, or restlessness, and impulsivity. Being a neurodevelopmental disorder, it is commonly diagnosed in children and adolescents but can persist into adulthood.
Read moreMay 24, 2024, 06:12 PM - 2 mins read
The sweltering heat in Rajasthan shows no signs of relenting, with Barmer topping the charts yet again for the highest temperatures. The mercury soared to a staggering 48.6 degrees Celsius, making it challenging for residents to step out, even during the nights.
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