Thank germs in your gut for keeping you healthy
Washington – A new study has suggested that when it comes to fighting off pathogens like Listeria, your best allies may be the billions of microorganisms that line your gut. The study revealed that germ-free mice are more susceptible to infection with the foodborne pathogen Listeria... read more »
Samsung asks disgruntled customer to remove video clip showing burnt Galaxy...
Washington – Samsung has reportedly asked a Canadian customer to remove a video showing his damaged Galaxy S4, as it is apparently denting the company’s image. Richard Wygand posted a YouTube video in which he claimed that his Galaxy S4 was `dangerously defective` because after he plugged... read more »
13 Anonymous hackers plead guilty to PayPal site attack
London – Thirteen people have pleaded guilty to charges related to their involvement in the cyber-attack of PayPal’s website as part of the hacking group Anonymous. The defendants acknowledged taking part in protests organized by Anonymous in December 2010 against Paypal. According to... read more »
Spain, Holland in 2014 Brazil World Cup `group of death`
Johannesburg – Champions Spain were drawn against the team they beat in the 2010 World Cup final, the Netherlands at the official 2014 Brazil World Cup draw ceremony in Costa do... read more »
Dhoni `disappointed` with India’s `new ball bowling` in first Proteas ODI
Johannesburg – Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has lamented a poor bowling performance after South African prodigy Quinton de Kock set up a 141-run victory for the hosts in the... read more »
Maldives wins best island destination in world award
Male – The Maldives has been awarded the title of “World`s Leading Island Destination” at the 2013 World Travel Awards in Qatar, media reported Friday. This is the third... read more »
Tejpal’s remand extended by four days
Panaji – Tehelka founder and editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal’s remand in police custody was extended by four days on Saturday. The extension was given by a local magistrate here... read more »
Uday Chopra under no pressure to get married
Mumbai – At 4l, actor-producer Uday Chopra does not feel any pressure to get married, and he is busy working on establishing Yash Raj Films (YRF) Entertainment abroad. He says getting married... read more »
