Everything you need to know about Farook College: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Farook College: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Washington, May 25 (ANI): A researcher has theorized that commitment to the job by correctional staff members cannot be bought rather it must be earned by an organization.
Washington, May 1(ANI): Economic changes have the greatest impact on reducing family size, and thus slowing population growth, compared to other factors, according to a recent study by a University of Missouri anthropologist.
Washington, April 15 (ANI): Not just health-related risk factors, but some non-traditional "well-being risks" can also have a significant impact on workers' productivity, according to new study.
New Delhi, Mar. 11 (ANI): India and Kuwait today resolved to expedite discussions for promoting joint venture projects in various areas of oil and gas sector, including those in the upstream and downstream activities.
New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) India and Kuwait agreed Monday to expedite discussions for finalizing joint venture projects both upstream and downstream in the oil and gas sector.
Washington, Mar 9 (ANI): Tiny biomolecular chambers called nanopores that can be selectively heated may help doctors diagnose disease more effectively, researchers have claimed.
Washington, February 13 (ANI): USC neuroscientists have managed to selectively shut off the ability to sense cold in mice while still leaving them able to sense heat and touch.
Washington, November 26 (ANI): Negatively framed messages may not be an effective way to reach those most in need of persuasion, suggests a new study by researchers from Indiana University and Wayne State University.
London, November 23 (ANI): A new iPhone App is offering new parents answers to hundreds of questions about pregnancy, babies and childcare.
Washington, Nov 22 (IANS) When you look in a mirror, you see a reverse image of yourself. But an odd mirror invented by a mathematician shows you true face without reversing its image.
Washington, November 12 (ANI): For years, researchers have known that antiphospholipid antibodies (aPLs) can trigger the production of proteins that can cause inflammation and increase the risk of formation of clots.
London, Nov 7 (ANI): Dogs prefer classical music to heavy metal, a new study suggests.
Washington, November 4 (ANI): Family members tend to share the risk factors for future disability pension from low back disorders, a new study has revealed.
London, October 27 (ANI): Researchers have created a pair of intelligent, semi-autonomous arms that extend out in front of the body from the hips and are strapped to a backpack-like harness that holds the control circuitry to help just about anyone in their jobs.
Sydney, Sep. 30 (ANI): Working professionals in Australia can now undertake anonymous reviews of their potential workplaces on a new website, while considering applying for an advertised position.
Washington, Sep 13 (IANS) Swiss and US scientists have developed an ultra-sensitive device to detect the tiniest traces of heavy metals in drinking water and fish, which could be over a million times smaller than those traced by the most advanced methods in use.
Washington, August 29 (ANI): Overly shy preschool kids, who show withdrawl behaviour during their curriculum, are at greater academic risk than their talkative and boisterous peers, a new study has revealed.
Washington, August 24 (ANI): Northwestern University scientists have discovered one of the ways the influenza virus disarms our natural defense system.
London, August 23 (ANI): Children born to older mothers appear to have a healthier start in life as they are less likely to be admitted to hospital and more likely to have vital immunisation shots, a new study has claimed.
Washington, July 30 (ANI): American diplomats wasted more than 200 million dollars on an unwanted military scheme intended to train Iraqi police officers in the country, an audit has concluded, labeling the expenditure 'de facto waste'.
Washington, July 19 (ANI): A Baylor University research has highlighted the importance of both restitution and apology and of using multiple measures, including behaviour, while seeking forgiveness.
London, July 17 (ANI): Trillions of "friendly bacteria" that live in the guts of 60-plus people could hold the secret to a healthy old age, researchers say.
Washington, July 7 (ANI): A study by an Indian origin researcher has found that an extract from algae could become a key to regulating cardiovascular disease.
Islamabad, June 29 (ANI): The Pakistan Government, in a move to pacify nervous world capitals, declared that it has no plans to take any "radical steps" which may aggravate its ongoing row with the judiciary over the reopening of graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari.
London, June 25 (ANI): British historian David Starkey has provoked controversy after proclaiming that the Rochdale child exploitation gang, who raped vulnerable teenage girls, had values 'that were entrenched in foothills of the Punjab' or whatever it is.
London, June 9 (ANI): Promotion at the workplace, which is generally accepted as good news for one's wallet, is beneficial for health as well, a new study has revealed.
London, June 3 (ANI): Benzophenone, a sunscreen ingredient, has been found to be associated with an increased risk of the painful gynaecological condition endometriosis.
Washington, May 30 (ANI): Children, except the white boys, who spend hours watching the idiot box tend to feel worse about themselves, a new study has suggested.
london, May 22 (IANS) Moms over 40 years take heart - your kids are not only healthier but also smarter than offspring of younger women and less likely to have accidents, a new study said.
Washington, May 22 (ANI): Married couples are usually good at recognizing each other's emotions while they are fighting, researchers say.
London, May 22 (ANI): Children born to mothers over 40 are less likely to have accidents or need hospital care and more likely to have been vaccinated early, as compared to those of younger women, a study has found.
Washington, May 17 (ANI): Apigenin, a natural substance found in grocery store produce aisles, shows promise as a non-toxic treatment for an aggressive form of human breast cancer, a new study has revealed.
Washington, May 14 (IANS) Yahoo chief executive officer (CEO) Scott Thompson has resigned and the company has named Ross Levinsohn as interim CEO, Yahoo said Sunday.
Washington, Apr 30 (ANI): Researchers have come up with a new self-cleaning glass that is able to resist fogging and glare effects.
Washington, April 25(ANI): An ingredient of oregano, the common pizza and pasta seasoning herb, could potentially be used to treat prostate cancer, researchers including one of an Indian have found.
Washington, April 25(ANI): An ingredient of Oregano, the common pizza and pasta seasoning herb, could potentially be used to treat prostate cancer, researchers including one of an Indian have found.
Washington, April 24 (IANS) US Scientists claim to have made a major breakthrough in understanding the brain's reward centre which could explain why many people find it literally impossible to resist temptation, be it food or sex.
Washington, Apr 20 (ANI): In a new study, scientists have identified a group of "ageing" genes that are switched on and off by natural mechanisms called epigenetic factors, influencing the rate of healthy ageing and potential longevity.
London, April 17 (ANI): A new treatment for prostate cancer can free the disease for nine in ten men without debilitating side effects, say scientists.
Bangalore, April 11 (IANS) Afreen, the three-month-old Bangalore girl battered by her father who wanted a son, died Wednesday in a hospital here after battling for life for several days. Her father Umar Farook is being charged with murder, police said.
Bangalore, April 11 (IANS) Afreen, the three-month-old Bangalore girl who was battered by her own father as he wanted a son, died Wednesday after battling for life for several days, hospital authorities here said.
Bengaluru, Apr 11 (ANI): Three-month-old baby Afreen - who was battling for life at a government hospital here after being allegedly battered by her father - passed away on Wednesday.
Bangalore, April 10 (IANS) Afreen, the three-month-old baby girl battered by her father as he wanted a son, continues to be on ventilator and has been getting convulsions, doctors attending on her at a city hospital here said Tuesday.
Bangalore/New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) She has a severe head injury, bite marks all over her body and is on life support in a Bangalore hospital. The shocking case of three-month-old Afreen - allegedly battered by her own father as he wanted a male child - came to light Monday.
Bangalore, April 9 (IANS) A three-month-old baby girl here is battling for life after being allegedly beaten by her father who wanted a boy, police said. The baby's head is severely injured and there are bite marks on several parts of the body.
Washington, Feb 3 (ANI): High levels of triglycerides (blood fats) are the strongest risk factor for the most common type of stroke in older women - more of a risk factor than elevated levels of total cholesterol or of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (known as "bad" cholesterol) - researchers have found.
Washington, Jan 31 (ANI): People who work 11 or more hours a day are more than two times likely to go through major depression compared to those working seven to eight hours a day, a new study has warned.
Here is a bad news for workaholics. A recent study has found that those who work 11 or more hours a day are more than two times vulnerable to go through major depression compared to those doing the work for seven to eight hours a day.
Washington, Jan 31 (ANI): People who work 11 or more hours a day are more than two times likely to go through major depression compared to those working seven to eight hours a day, a new study has warned.
New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari and Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh have condoled the demise of Kerala Governor M.O.H. Farook, who breathed his last in Chennai on Thursday after battling with cancer.
Chennai, Jan 27 (ANI): Kerala Governor M.O.H. Farook passed away at a hospital in Chennai on Thursday night after battling with cancer.
New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari and Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh have condoled the demise of Kerala Governor M.O.H. Farook, who breathed his last in Chennai on Thursday after battling with cancer.
Chennai, Jan 27 (ANI): Kerala Governor M.O.H. Farook passed away at a hospital in Chennai on Thursday night after battling with cancer.
London, Jan.24 (ANI): A committee of British lawmakers have said that there will be no renovation work on the Palace of Westminster that includes the famous "Big Ben" until at least 2020.
London, Jan.24 (ANI): A committee of British lawmakers have said that there will be no renovation work on the Palace of Westminster that includes the famous "Big Ben" until at least 2020.
London, Jan 17 (ANI): "Exergames", such as Wii fit, that combine exercise with virtual reality environments and interactive videogame feature, provide more cognitive benefits for the older user than exercise alone, researchers have claimed.
London, Jan 17 (ANI): "Exergames", such as Wii fit, that combine exercise with virtual reality environments and interactive videogame feature, provide more cognitive benefits for the older user than exercise alone, researchers have claimed.
Washington, Jan 11 (ANI): Early primates may have traded their flat nails for raised claws due to functional purposes, a new study has suggested.
London, Dec 28 (ANI): A tongue-in-cheek guide using rugby tactics by Oxford University students is intended to set single blokes up for success.
London, Dec 19 (ANI): A new wonder diet pill which switches off appetite without any side effects could be on sale within three years, researchers say.
London, Dec 15 (ANI): A new research has indicated that iron supplements could be used to prevent deep vein thrombosis and other life-threatening blood clots.
London, Dec 12 (ANI): A rare genetic disorder has given scientists an insight into how pancreas develop and how it may be possible to "programme" stem cells to become pancreatic cells.
Washington Dec 4 (ANI): Scientists have identified the histamine releasing factor (HRF) molecule as a promising target for developing new treatments for a number of allergic reactions including asthma.
London, Nov 24 (ANI): Scientists have warned that allowing children to be picky eaters may make them prone to allergies later in their life.
Washington, Nov 16 (ANI): A Professor at King's College with extensive knowledge about Pakistan, has said Afghanistan and its partner, the United States, should consider Islamabad "as an enemy" till the end of the Afghan war.
Washington, Oct 19 (ANI): A new research led by an Indian-origin scientist has found that young adults who are born prematurely show multiple biological signs of risks to future health.
London, Oct 17 (ANI): An artist has created unusual 3D sculptures of late Apple founder Steve Jobs and American Democrat Stephanie Tubbs Jones.
Washington, Oct 6(ANI): The US has dominated the latest universities' global ranking list.
London, Oct 3 (ANI): Suffering from stress for long periods of time can shrink the brain and even lead to dementia, researchers have claimed.
Nevada (US), Oct 2 (ANI): The Hindus have welcomed West Michigan's "2012 Year of Interfaith Understanding" initiative, calling it a "step in the right direction".
Washington, Aug 19 (ANI): A University of Miami psychologist and her collaborators have developed an effective program to prevent new mothers from developing postpartum Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a severe form of anxiety.
Washington, August 10 (ANI): Wives share more about infertility than husbands, and turn to other women for support, according to a new research.
Washington, August 4 (ANI): Many Americans think that memory is more powerful, objective and reliable than it actually is, a new survey has revealed.
Washington, July 28 (ANI): A new study has thrown up interesting insights on why people tend to eat more-nutritious meals at home than away from home.
London, July 12 (ANI): A new study has shown that volatile relationships between managers and staff are sending people over the edge on a daily basis.
Washington, July 10 (ANI): 'Horrible Bosses', the black comedy film that opens nationwide this weekend, is about three fed-up friends who resolve to murder their bosses.
New Delhi, July 7 (ANI): Shekhar Agarwal, a 1977 batch IAS officer, on Thursday assumed charge as Secretary, Department of Defence Production in the Ministry of Defence.
Washington, July 6 (ANI): Contrary to popular belief, a recent study has shown that a moderate cut in the amount of salt intake doesn't reduce the risks of dying or experiencing cardiovascular diseases.
Wellington, July 5 (ANI): Former New Zealand allrounder Lance Cairns has been jointly appointed director of cricket coaching at St Bede's College Cricket Club and Marist Harewood Cricket Club in Christchurch.
London, June 29 (ANI): Inspired by Vegetable Orchestra, the Vienna-based orchestra that plays instruments made of fresh vegetables, a scientist is growing trumpets and guitars in collaboration with the band.
London, June 24 (ANI): A study has found that infants can reason out just like adults where the fault lies when it comes to handling a broken toy.
London, June 21 (ANI): Geneticists have revealed that according to archaeological evidence, 50 per cent of Britons are German.
Washington, June 16 (ANI): A study, examining the link between teen sex and divorce rate, has found that women who started having sex in their teens are more likely to divorce.
London, March 26 (ANI): Scientists have come up with new evidence in support of the theory that human agriculture was changing the climate 8,000 years ago.
London, Mar 19 (ANI): Scientists have discovered that members of an enzyme family found in humans and throughout the plant and animal kingdoms play a crucial role in regulating cell motility.
New York, Mar 18 (ANI): Hangovers actually get worse as we get older, according to an expert.
London, Mar 7 (ANI): New evidence suggests that Europeans may have used magic mushrooms in religious rituals 6000 years ago.
Washington, Mar 4 (ANI): Researchers who examined the teeth of 6,500 fossil horses representing 222 different populations of more than 70 extinct horse species have come to the conclusion that you really are what you eat.
Washington, Feb 5 (ANI): For women with peripheral artery disease (PAD), small calf muscles are a major disadvantage despite being a feminine trait.
London, Feb 03 (ANI): A team of archaeology students from Boston University are studying Boston's infamous Big Dig construction project to find out what how the residents of one Boston brothel lived.
London, Jan 19 (ANI): Northwestern University researchers have come one step closer to generating electricity from heat-generating items such as vehicle exhaust systems, industrial processes and equipment and sun light more efficiently than earlier experiments.
Washington, Dec 24 (ANI): One might consider physical appearances to be the top priority for getting a mate, but that's not true, according to a new study.
Washington, Dec 24 (ANI): Scientists have said that Europe and India will witness a solar eclipse next year on January 4th.
Washington, Nov 08 (ANI): A study has suggested that use of special mobility shoes can help ease knee pain and slow disease progression in people with osteoarthritis.
Washington, Nov 6 (ANI): A new study has indicated that despite the recession, Hispanic and Asian buying power is expected to surge in U.S. in the next few years.
London, Oct 22 (ANI): Astronomers have been baffled over an exceptionally massive black hole that is travelling around a massive star in an unusually tight orbit. Also odd, the star is not as bright as it should be.
Mardan (Pakistan), Oct 9(ANI): The assassination of a Pakistan doctor is being seen as part of the Taliban campaign to wipe out educated Muslims in the country who speak out against the militants.
Washington, Oct 05 (ANI): Female executives are more than twice as likely to leave their jobs - voluntarily and involuntarily - as men, a new study has found.
London, Sep 30 (ANI): A study has found that bottle-fed babies are primed for a life of obesity.
London, Sept.15 (ANI): Indian, other Asian and Black pupils have been found to be much brighter than white British children when competing in exams at the age of 16, a study has shown.
