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9 hours, 27 minutes ago

Personal loan: This EMI calculator will help you calculate payments across tenures — a look at different scenarios

If you are planning to raise a personal loan, you may use a personal loan EMI calculator to ascertain the exact EMI you stand to pay across different interest rates. Scenario I: You take a ₹10 lakh loan for 10 per cent interest and plan to repay it in five years. Scenario II: You take a ₹10 lakh loan for …

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11 hours, 30 minutes ago

Fad or fact: Can cutting sugar reduce your risk of cancer?

Live Mint

There is a lot of confusing and misleading information about the relationship between sugar and cancer. The notion that depriving cancer cells of sugar leads to cancer cell death or consuming excessive sugar leads to cancer, are both common myths and are equally incorrect. The idea that cancer is ‘addicted’ to sugar came from a German scientist Otto Warburg. This …

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13 hours, 54 minutes ago

Top 5 myths about personal loan eligibility you need to stop believing

Live Mint

Personal loans are one of the most popular forms of credit which are opted by people if they are in need of quick cash and want to cover their financial needs temporarily. Personal loans offer instant loan disbursement and flexible repayment period which becomes a great choice if you are in an emergency and want financial assistance. If you do …

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2 days, 1 hour ago

Breastfeeding and breast cancer: A natural defense you should know about

India Today

Breastfeeding not only nourishes your baby but also offers powerful health benefits for the mother, including reducing the risk of breast cancer. Studies show that breastfeeding lowers breast cancer risk by reducing exposure to estrogen and promoting beneficial changes in breast tissue. Hormonal Changes: Breastfeeding reduces lifetime exposure to hormones like estrogen, which can promote the growth of certain types …

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4 days, 15 hours ago

Five myths about caesareans everyone needs to stop believing

The Independent

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6 days, 17 hours ago

OTT year-ender: Top 10 ZEE5 web series released in 2024; Murshid, Gyaarah Gyaarah, Sunflower Season 2, and more

Live Mint

OTT year-ender: Let’s take a look at the top 10 ZEE5 web series released in 2024. Cast: Sai Deodhar, Sagar Deshmukh, Tanvi Mundle Divorce Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega Plot: Two rival reporters, Nikki and Ashu, compete to become the next prime-time news anchor. Cast: Raghav Juyal, Dhairya Karwa, Kritika Kamra Thalaimai Seyalagam Plot: A Tamil political thriller about a …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Life Kit's most-read stories of 2024: Sleep myths, tipping etiquette, home design tricks

NPR

Life Kit's most-read stories of 2024: Sleep myths, tipping etiquette, home design tricks L to R, clockwise: Becky Harlan/NPR; rob dobi/Getty Images; Miko Maciaszek for NPR; Adrián Astorgano for NPR; Malte Mueller/Getty Images; Malaka Gharib/NPR; Reina Takahashi for NPR How much should I spend on a wedding gift? You loved our comics on food safety and feng shui; our myth-busting …

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1 week, 3 days ago

The boozy, glamorous world of publishing parties

Live Mint

There would be plenty of boozy lunches, I was told. “Your most important KRA will be to meet three new potential writers every week," my boss had told me at the outset. Then there were the festival parties, especially the daily drinks and dinner at Clarkes Amer hotel during Jaipur Literature Festival, to say nothing of the exclusive gatherings hosted …

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1 week, 3 days ago

December 13: Is Friday the 13th unlucky? Here are 13 reasons why

Live Mint

December 13: Today is Friday, December 13— a day that signals just a little over two weeks remain before 2024 comes to a close. It is also known as Friday, the 13th, a date considered unlucky in many Western traditions. 13 and Friday: Friday the 13th combines the number 13, which is often associated with incompleteness and disorder, with Friday, …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Why do so many people ignore major threats like climate change?

Salon

Earlier last month, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service announced that Earth’s average temperature in 2024 had been on average 1.5 degrees C above pre-industrial levels. “For too long now, scientific and media communications have presented the subject of climate change in ways that have failed to trigger an adequate threat warning among readers and viewers, and have also …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Busting winter water heating myths: What every Indian household should know about geysers

Live Mint

When it comes to water heaters, myths and misconceptions abound, particularly during the winter months when the demand for hot water surges. * Some geyser options for you: Myth 3: Instant geysers are always more energy-efficient Instant water heaters are often marketed as being more energy-efficient compared to storage geysers. Fact check: Instant geysers are ideal for quick showers or …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

From the India Today archives (2021) | India's population policy: Myths and reality

India Today

When Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath chose the occasion of World Population Day on July 11 to announce a new state population policy, there normally should have been no quarrel about it. After all, the state is India’s most populous, harbouring nearly 200 million people or 17 per cent of India’s population. Population Foundation of India’s executive director Poonam …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Fitness: Learn a new and better way to do the deadlift

Live Mint

It’s almost too clunky to pull out of the bar holder in the gym. A paper in the Journal Of Strength And Conditioning Research titled, A Biomechanical Analysis Of Straight And Hexagonal Barbell Deadlifts Using Submaximal Loads, adds that the trap bar deadlift “more evenly distributes the load between the joints of the body, practitioners may find deadlifts performed with …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Does lifting weights make a woman look bulky and manly? Celebrity fitness trainer Tridev Pandey reveals the truth

Hindustan Times

Weightlifting is one of the best ways to build muscle, stay fit and enhance your sense of well-being, according to Tridev Pandey. Because everyone has different strength levels, the celebrity fitness trainer says, it is important to determine the amount of weight you should lift. So, to set the record straight, we asked Tridev in an exclusive interview with HT …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

7 weight loss myths busted by celebrity fitness trainer Tridev Pandey: ‘Never go for Ozempic…’

Hindustan Times

If you're serious about losing weight, you probably know that your workout plays a big part in that. Slow and steady wins the race when it comes to sustainable weight loss, according to national-level boxer and celebrity fitness trainer Tridev Pandey; he is the man behind the transformation of Kartik Aaryan for Chandu Champion and trainer to actors such as …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

8 things everyone needs to know about Crohn’s and colitis

The Independent

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Debunking protein myths

The Hindu

As a nutritionist, I’ve had the privilege of working with a wide range of clients — from athletes to weekend warriors and anyone just looking to feel healthier and stronger. Myth#3: Plant-based diets can’t provide enough protein For those following plant-based diets, there’s often concern about whether they can consume enough protein to support muscle growth and training. Myth#4: Cheese …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

What’s the importance of a supergroup these days? The Hard Quartet really aren’t worried about it

LA Times

Sitting around a North Hollywood rehearsal studio on a recent Wednesday evening, the members of the Hard Quartet are taking a break from prepping for the first concert by this indie-rock supergroup by recounting the first gigs they played with some of their other bands. “We played three sets for three people, and we got 60 bucks.” “Each?” asks singer …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

These are 6 biggest myths about room heaters that could be wasting your money, plus quick safety tips

Live Mint

As the winter's chill sets in, we all rely on room heaters to stay cosy in our homes. While they may not heat up a room as quickly as fan or ceramic heaters, their ability to maintain heat without continuous power makes them an excellent choice for steady comfort over time. Quartz heaters use radiant heat to warm objects and …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rice cereal, juice for babies? Think again: Surprising truth about baby food myths every parent should know

Hindustan Times

When it comes to baby nutrition, parents are often inundated with advice and product promises. However, the rise of commercial baby food has sparked controversy around this notion, leading to the first prevalent myth about baby nutrition: "Commercial baby food is the best option." As per Sonal Babbar Bhardwaj, another common myth is that rice cereal is the best first …

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4 weeks ago

Beer before liquor? Busting 6 popular myths about hangovers

NPR

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1 month ago

Thanksgiving 2024: Know the Date, History, Tradition and Significance of This Year's Holiday Festival

Firstpost

Thanksgiving 2024: Discover the essence of this cherished holiday, from its historical roots to modern-day celebrations. Know the date for 2024 Thanksgiving and delve into the spirit of gratitude that defines this beloved annual gathering The holidays and festive spirit in the US and Canada is just around the corner as Halloween season passes by people are ready to kickstart …

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1 month ago

Lisa Taouma on Myths and Maidens, 'a love letter to women of the Moana'

ABC

Depictions of the light-skinned, submissive maiden in the Pacific Islands are nothing new, but a new generation of women is pushing back on the colonial stereotype. A new documentary called Myths and Maidens explores depictions of the "dusky maiden" — an exoticised image that sells a stereotyped fantasy to the Western world. It's an image that is "almost white, but …

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1 month ago

Pregnancy Skincare Myths: What's safe and what's not for you and your baby

India Today

Pregnancy is a time filled with joy and wonder. Women should stop using skincare products during pregnancy Another common misconception is that expecting mothers should stop using skincare products altogether, fearing that harmful chemicals may affect the baby. The key is to choose pregnancy-safe skincare products comprising formulations that use natural, safe ingredients specifically designed to cater to sensitive, changing …

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Personal loan: This EMI calculator will help you calculate payments across tenures — a look at different scenarios

Fad or fact: Can cutting sugar reduce your risk of cancer?

Top 5 myths about personal loan eligibility you need to stop believing

Breastfeeding and breast cancer: A natural defense you should know about

Five myths about caesareans everyone needs to stop believing

OTT year-ender: Top 10 ZEE5 web series released in 2024; Murshid, Gyaarah Gyaarah, Sunflower Season 2, and more

Life Kit's most-read stories of 2024: Sleep myths, tipping etiquette, home design tricks

The boozy, glamorous world of publishing parties

December 13: Is Friday the 13th unlucky? Here are 13 reasons why

Why do so many people ignore major threats like climate change?

Busting winter water heating myths: What every Indian household should know about geysers

From the India Today archives (2021) | India's population policy: Myths and reality

Fitness: Learn a new and better way to do the deadlift

Does lifting weights make a woman look bulky and manly? Celebrity fitness trainer Tridev Pandey reveals the truth

7 weight loss myths busted by celebrity fitness trainer Tridev Pandey: ‘Never go for Ozempic…’

8 things everyone needs to know about Crohn’s and colitis

Debunking protein myths

What’s the importance of a supergroup these days? The Hard Quartet really aren’t worried about it

These are 6 biggest myths about room heaters that could be wasting your money, plus quick safety tips

Rice cereal, juice for babies? Think again: Surprising truth about baby food myths every parent should know

Beer before liquor? Busting 6 popular myths about hangovers

Thanksgiving 2024: Know the Date, History, Tradition and Significance of This Year's Holiday Festival

Lisa Taouma on Myths and Maidens, 'a love letter to women of the Moana'

Pregnancy Skincare Myths: What's safe and what's not for you and your baby