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Multiple antibiotic use linked to increased bone growth, rapid weight gain in Kids
Children exposed to multiple antibiotics at an early age were found to have suffered from increased bone growth, rapid weight gain and disruption of gut bacteria, a new study shows.
Light-colored eyes linked to alcoholism, claims study
People with light eye colors are more prone to becoming alcoholics, suggesting that the problem may be associated with genetics.
Google Photos glitch tags African-Americans as 'gorillas'
Jacky Alcine was shocked to find a photo of himself and a friend labelled as "Gorillas" by Google Photos. Yahoo was quick to report it and Google was quick to apologize. But problems with the software remain.
Solar storms hit Earth, experts concerned
Three recent solar storms have raised concern among experts over a direct hit, which could totally wipe out all global electronic systems and set back civilization by a hundred years.
Great Wall of China crumbling slowly
The Great Wall of China may not be doing great after all after new figures supplied by the Chinese government revealed that the heritage site was slowly crumbling.
Post-traumatic disorder (PTSD) increases heart disease risk for women
A new study suggests that post-traumatic disorder (PTSD) in women can increase their risk of incurring heart disease.
US gun ownership 2015: One-third of Americans are gun owners, claims study
A recent study on gun ownership in the United States revealed that about a third of Americans own at least one gun. The study, published in the journal Injury Prevention, also specified the number and profile of gun owners in the country.
Eating barracuda can make you sick, says study
Whether barracuda is prepared by grilling, boiling or frying, the popular sport fish is proving to be dangerous to more people in Florida than initially thought, says a new study on the subject.
Genetic alterations of human embryos news: NIH bans research funding
The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) has confirmed it would ban funding for research projects involving genetical alterations of human embryos
'Thank you'. The final message from child rescued by holocaust hero Sir Nicholas Winton
Krish Kandiah meets one of Sir Nicholas Winton's rescued children, who went on to be a Christian minister.
Acne treatment: Cutting out vitamin B12 supplements can help reduce acne breakouts, study finds
Scientists have found a link between vitamin B12 and acne development.
Babies and gazes: Newborn gaze predicts future behavior
A baby who holds his or her gaze for a short period of time will likely be hyperactive.
Facebook Lite app release date, features: Launches in Asia, a lighter and faster version of Facebook
Facebook Lite is available across Asia and will soon be launched in Europe, Latin America and Africa
Blackcurrants from New Zealand are good for the brain
A certain variety of blackcurrants in NZ offers brain health benefits
Pet care and child diabetes: Pet care helps improve Type 1 diabetes in children, study finds
Type 1 diabetic kids can turn to pet care for improvement in their condition.
How to survive the summer wedding season if you're single
Whether it's dodging the slightly over-keen usher, or being put on the end of the kids table, the whole day can turn into a bit of a social minefield.