Identified five new genes linked to belly fat
Washington – In a breakthrough, that could help in treating obesity, scientists have identified five new genes linked to belly fat. A person’s measure of belly fat is reflected in the ratio of waist circumference to hip circumference, and it is estimated that genetics account for... read more »
Gold Continues to Regain Strength
Gold’s ongoing advance has put the squeeze on short sellers, causing a short-covering rally which led to gold’s fourth consecutive week of gains. The spot ETF, gold, gold ETFs, NYSEARCA:GLD, NYSEARCA:IAU, NYSEARCA:SLV, NYSEARCA:AGQ, NYSEARCA:PPLTprice of gold finished Friday’s trading... read more »
Money can’t guarantee a good education
The look of horror (with a tinge of outrage) said a truckload more than the “Oh, are you sure?” she finally managed to squeeze out. Nigella (name changed) is the proud mother of two kids who attended the same (government) preschool as our eldest and had then progressed to the same... read more »
Former Pakistani President General Pervez Musharraf wants treatment in coun...
Former Pakistani President General Pervez Musharraf has expressed his will to get medical treatment of his choice in another country, citing the findings of his medical report which shows serious illness. The report prepared by the Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology (AFIC) warned that it can be... read more »
Today’s big releases: ‘ Jai Ho’
It’s Hollywood vs Bollywood at the box office this weekend with the much awaited Jai Ho and the critically acclaimed film Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom set for release. Directed by... read more »
Justin Bieber urged to go to rehab after DUI arrest
Justin Bieber has been encouraged to go to rehab by a Canadian radio station after his arrest for driving under the influence and drag-racing. Hot 89.9 in Ottawa broadcasted the message to... read more »
‘Main Tera Hero’ : Varun Dhawan lifts co-stars Ileana D’Cruz, Nargis Fa...
Was this a publicity stunt? Or did Varun Dhawan shock co-stars Ileana D’Cruz, Nargis Fakhri when he picked them up and twirled them around as they chatted at the trailer of his... read more »
The Jet Airways (India) Ltd today joined other airlines
The Jet Airways (India) Ltd today joined other airlines in offering low airfares on a limited basis, announcing a 30-day advance purchase scheme on domestic flights of its no-frills... read more »
No plans to roll back gold import curbs: FM P. Chidambaram
Mumabi – India is not planning any changes to its record import duty on gold and other restrictions on imports until the current account deficit is firmly under control, Finance Minister P.... read more »
