Social networking, texting linked to poor academic performance
byWashington, April 12 (IANS) Scientists have reported that rampant use of social networking, texting and chatting on mobile phone can result in lower grades…
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IMF warns of potential risks of loose monetary policy
byWashington, April 12 (IANS) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned central banks to be alert to the potential financial risks of super-loose monetary…
Cuba approves internet domain rules
byHavana, April 12 (IANS) The Cuban government has approved a set of guidelines on internet domain names, according to a decree. The guidelines establish…
‘North Korea on way to miniaturizing n-weapons’
bySeoul, April 12 (IANS) North Korea is believed to be on its way to miniaturizing nuclear weapons, the South Korean defence ministry said Friday….
Charlie Sheen gorges on healthy snacks
byLos Angeles, April 12 (IANS) Hollywood actor Charlie Sheen’s personal chef Khristianne Uy reportedly says that the actor loves snacking on raw ginger and…
Kunis, Kutcher’s new home next to notorious site
byLondon, April 12 (IANS) Actors Ashton Kutcher and girlfriend Mila Kunis have reportedly bought a temporary house here which is next to a notorious…
Fidel Castro opens school in rare public appearance
byHavana, April 12 (IANS) Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro opened a school in Havana in a rare public appearance since his retirement in 2006,…
Now, Taylor Swift may pursue acting dreams
byLos Angeles, April 12 (IANS) Singer Taylor Swift feels she has made a mark in the music world and is now ready to take…
Israeli firm grows bones from fat
byJerusalem, April 12 (IANS) An Israeli biotech company has developed a way to turn extra fat into new bones to replace missing or damaged…
US initial jobless claims drop sharply
byWashington, April 12 (IANS) The number of Americans initially applying for unemployment aid fell sharply last week after a jump in the previous week,…