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Cricketer Smriti Mandhana navigated a tumultuous 2025, marked by a World Cup victory and the abrupt cancellation of her wedding to Palash Muchhal. Despite personal upheaval, she embraced a new year with renewed focus on cricket, sharing a Bhagavad Gita quote about hope and new beginnings.

Women who are 50 years, or older, tend to develop persistent belly fat, because menopause causes their metabolism to slow down, while their body stores fat in the abdominal area

Parents can cultivate confidence in children through everyday interactions. Licensed mental health counselor Jeffrey Meltzer shares five tips: show unconditional love, teach fair play, celebrate effort over outcomes, let children be teachers, and practice daily realistic positivity. These consistent steps help build a child's inner belief in their capabilities. Take a look.

This type of illusion is called the The Troxler Effect, and was developed by physician Ignaz Paul Vital Troxler in 1804. It reveals that everything exists in reality, although our perception makes things seem to disappear. Your brain detects that neurons in your visual system have stopped firing steadily in response to the steady, unfocused light from the blurred edges

An irritating eyelid flutter might be more than just stress. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained gastroenterologist, explains that persistent eye twitching can indicate a need for attention. While often harmless, prolonged twitches or those affecting vision warrant a doctor's visit. Factors like fatigue, caffeine, screen time, and nutrient deficiencies can contribute.

Prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar is elevated but not yet diabetic, affects over a third of American adults. It significantly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Lifestyle changes like maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and regular exercise are crucial for prevention and potential reversal.

A heartwarming video shows a toddler protecting his baby sister's ears from loud fireworks. The young boy instinctively covered her ears, a gesture that has captured the internet's attention. This act of sibling love and protection has resonated with viewers, reminding many of their own childhood bonds.

The risk of developing a severe PE during short flights remains extremely low, because it occurs only once per million passengers but the total number of flights each year makes this risk significant. "The "Healthy traveler effect" might conceal the true risk levels which affect people who make regular travel trips.

A tech professional's doctor warned him that job stress was "worse than smoking," urging him to take a break. The employee's health had deteriorated due to chronic work pressure, leading to anxiety and physical symptoms. Netizens resonated with his plight, sharing similar experiences and emphasizing that health surpasses career demands, advocating for a much-needed work-life balance.

The space under your bed might seem like a good storage spot. However, it can attract dust and pests. Items like paper, textiles, leather, and food should be kept elsewhere. Electronics can get damaged. Heavy items are hard to retrieve. Even emotional items can affect your sleep. Consider keeping the space empty or using airtight containers.

People who get keratin treatments select formaldehyde-free options because they think these products provide better protection for their hair, scalp and lung health. The products use alternative substances like glyoxylic acid instead of formaldehyde but these substances produce toxic compounds when exposed to heat

January 1st marks significant historical moments, including the establishment of the Republic of China in 1912 and the World Trade Organization in 1995. The day also commemorates the birth anniversaries of influential figures like Mahatma Gandhi, Satyendra Nath Bose, and Rahat Indori, alongside the death anniversaries of scientists Hemchand Dasgupta and Shanti Swaroop Bhatnagar, highlighting dive…

Being a parent is no cakewalk. No matter how aware, informed, and prepared you are, you will face new challenges every day. Developmental psychologist Dr. Aliza Pressman offers a profound parenting insight: all feelings are welcome, but not all behaviors are. This principle validates children's emotions, even negative ones, while establishing boundaries for their actions. Understanding this disti…

Partied all night, and now woke up to miserable headache, nausea and odd feeling in the gut? Here are some remedies that might help

The world has finally welcomed the New Year 2026, which means big celebrations, packed homes, and tables overflowing with food. New Year's leftovers can be a health hazard if not handled correctly. Dr. Samuel Choudhury warns that improper storage led to a tragic incident where three people died from food poisoning.