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Man Dies After 'Toad Vaccine' Ritual: Here's Why Experts Warn Against It
Medical experts say so-called "toad vaccine" rituals can carry life-threatening risks and should never be considered safe alternatives to evidence-based healthcare.
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Middle East Conflicts Pose A Danger To Whales Off South Africa: Study
Environmental scientists, activists and even social media posts have highlighted the dangers of maritime traffic for sea mammals.
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Men Film Themselves Tearing Train Seats For Reels. Internet Users Demand Strict Action
A viral video of young men tearing apart seats inside an Indian Railways train to create social media content has triggered widespread outrage.
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Loan vs Lifestyle: Why Urban Youth Is Living Paycheck-To-Paycheck
Across urban India, thousands of young earners are discovering that their salary disappears into EMIs and lifestyle spends long before the month ends.
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World Health Day 2026: Disclaimers And Fact-Checking In The Age Of Social Media Aren't Optional Any More, Here's Why
As AI tools and social media "experts" reshape how people consume health advice, experts warn that missing disclaimers and poor fact-checking can be dangerous. Here's why verifying health information is critical in today's digital age.
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Doomscrolling Before Bed? Here's What It's Doing To Your Brain
Scrolling late at night exposes you to blue light, which suppresses melatonin, the hormone that signals your body it's time to sleep.
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India Can Lead Global Probiotic Movement Using Traditional Diets, Says NITI Aayog's Rajiv Gauba
New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) India's rich heritage of fermented foods should be used to reverse the current shift toward ultra‑processed diets that threaten gut health and long‑term public health, Rajiv Gauba, Member, NITI Aayog, said at a probiotic sy
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'Cigfluencers' Are Trying To Make Smoking Sexy. It Is Bad News
Smoking is injurious to health. No amount of swag or promotion can change that fact
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Viral Video Shows Aloo Tikki Seller In Ghaziabad Washing Potatoes With His Feet
The woman who shot the video called the incident shameful, noting that the man was washing the potatoes while wearing slippers.
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Meta Pulled Up By Oversight Board For Weak AI Deepfake Labels On Iran War
Meta Oversight Board has criticised the social media giant's AI deepfake detection, particularly in light of the ongoing war in the Middle East.
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Israel Rolls Out Bomb Shelter Dating App Amid Ongoing War On Iran
It's the second week of the US and Israel's war on Iran, and the Jewish state has introduced a series of unconventional - many say controversial - mobile apps to help civilians adapt to life under frequent air-raid sirens.
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World Obesity Day: Are Social Media Diet Trends Making Obesity Worse?
The theme for World Obesity Day 2026 is '8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity' which highlights that every person, every community and every system has a role to play in building a healthier future.
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Viral Video Of Woman Using Electric Kettle On Train Sparks Safety Concerns Online
Passenger caught using an electric kettle in a train coach goes viral, raising concerns over fire hazards and Indian Railways safety violations.
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Fair Revenue Share For Content Creators A Must, Says Minister. What It Means
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has declared that social media platforms must introduce fair revenue sharing with all categories of content creators, from professional journalists to independent voices in remote areas.
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Are Young Indians Misinformed About Contraception? Doctor Warns About The Growing Impact Of Social Media Myths
Reliance on inadequate awareness and peer advice contributes to rising unprotected encounters.
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Man Dies After 'Toad Vaccine' Ritual: Here's Why Experts Warn Against It
Medical experts say so-called "toad vaccine" rituals can carry life-threatening risks and should never be considered safe alternatives to evidence-based healthcare.
-
Middle East Conflicts Pose A Danger To Whales Off South Africa: Study
Environmental scientists, activists and even social media posts have highlighted the dangers of maritime traffic for sea mammals.
-
Men Film Themselves Tearing Train Seats For Reels. Internet Users Demand Strict Action
A viral video of young men tearing apart seats inside an Indian Railways train to create social media content has triggered widespread outrage.
-
Loan vs Lifestyle: Why Urban Youth Is Living Paycheck-To-Paycheck
Across urban India, thousands of young earners are discovering that their salary disappears into EMIs and lifestyle spends long before the month ends.
-
World Health Day 2026: Disclaimers And Fact-Checking In The Age Of Social Media Aren't Optional Any More, Here's Why
As AI tools and social media "experts" reshape how people consume health advice, experts warn that missing disclaimers and poor fact-checking can be dangerous. Here's why verifying health information is critical in today's digital age.
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Doomscrolling Before Bed? Here's What It's Doing To Your Brain
Scrolling late at night exposes you to blue light, which suppresses melatonin, the hormone that signals your body it's time to sleep.
-
India Can Lead Global Probiotic Movement Using Traditional Diets, Says NITI Aayog's Rajiv Gauba
New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) India's rich heritage of fermented foods should be used to reverse the current shift toward ultra‑processed diets that threaten gut health and long‑term public health, Rajiv Gauba, Member, NITI Aayog, said at a probiotic sy
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'Cigfluencers' Are Trying To Make Smoking Sexy. It Is Bad News
Smoking is injurious to health. No amount of swag or promotion can change that fact
-
Viral Video Shows Aloo Tikki Seller In Ghaziabad Washing Potatoes With His Feet
The woman who shot the video called the incident shameful, noting that the man was washing the potatoes while wearing slippers.
-
Meta Pulled Up By Oversight Board For Weak AI Deepfake Labels On Iran War
Meta Oversight Board has criticised the social media giant's AI deepfake detection, particularly in light of the ongoing war in the Middle East.
-
Israel Rolls Out Bomb Shelter Dating App Amid Ongoing War On Iran
It's the second week of the US and Israel's war on Iran, and the Jewish state has introduced a series of unconventional - many say controversial - mobile apps to help civilians adapt to life under frequent air-raid sirens.
-
World Obesity Day: Are Social Media Diet Trends Making Obesity Worse?
The theme for World Obesity Day 2026 is '8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity' which highlights that every person, every community and every system has a role to play in building a healthier future.
-
Viral Video Of Woman Using Electric Kettle On Train Sparks Safety Concerns Online
Passenger caught using an electric kettle in a train coach goes viral, raising concerns over fire hazards and Indian Railways safety violations.
-
Fair Revenue Share For Content Creators A Must, Says Minister. What It Means
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has declared that social media platforms must introduce fair revenue sharing with all categories of content creators, from professional journalists to independent voices in remote areas.
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Are Young Indians Misinformed About Contraception? Doctor Warns About The Growing Impact Of Social Media Myths
Reliance on inadequate awareness and peer advice contributes to rising unprotected encounters.
