On the basis of a comprehensive analysis of ancient pieces of driftwood in north Greenland, Danish researchers have reported in the journal Science that the present concerns over a ‘tipping point’ in the disappearance of Arctic sea ice appear to be misplaced.

A new research published in the August 3 edition of scientific journal Nature suggests that the Earth once had two moons --- one of which shines at night now; and its smaller companion that merged with its big sister in a slow-motion collision that took place more than 4 billion years back.

Making a strong case for music therapy to be offered alongside conventional treatment, a new research has highlighted the therapeutic benefits of music for depression patients who find it difficult to express their thoughts and feelings!

Usage of M-commerce sites on mobile devices to order goods has jumped by 80 per cent in the five leading EU markets, a study carried out by research firm comScore revealed.

It has been found by Israeli researchers that the eating and lifestyle habits of centenarians are apparently no better than those of general population; and the key reason behind their longevity is the ‘genes’!

According to a study of 477 Ashkenazi Jews who have lived up to the age of 95 years or more, men in the long-lived group were just as likely – and, in some cases, even more likely - to have vices as the people who had a shorter life span.

Researchers of the University of Bristol have found that kids are exposed to five screens in a day. The findings of the study show that the parents are not doing enough to protect the kids from harmful effects of viewing screens.