LIFE

Through a striking finding, a group of Canadian researchers from McMaster University has discovered a chemical compound known as AMA which can turn off an evil gene called New Delhi Metallo-beta-Lactamase-1, or NDM-1. This gene is present in three types of superbugs.

Based on a recent study , it is found that regular intake of low dose of Aspirin can substantially reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer.

A new study by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention shows that the frequency with which pain killers are prescribed varies from state to state whereas the medical conditions involving pain does not. The study shows that Alabama prescribes 143 pain killers for every 100 people, making it the top most state to prescribe painkillers.

More than six months after the Pokémon X and Y release date, two of the lead developers from the Pokémon franchise discuss public reception of Pokémon X and Y via Pokemon.com.

"Star Wars: Battlefront 3" may have experienced a few delays due to previous commitments, but it seems production is going well in terms of game direction.

The newest PS3 firmware update has allowed the DualShock 4 to become a controller for the PS3, while speculations on the PS4 Slim release date abound. Lastly, the PS Now open beta has finally been announced as it lands on some models of the Bravia TV.

According to a recent interesting survey from Italy, eating dark chocolate can improve blood circulation in the leg, an observation seems to be a blessing for older people especially those are suffering from peripheral artery disease (PAD).

Xbox exclusive “Titanfall” may have some upcoming modes hidden in its codes. Meanwhile the Xbox One version of “COD: Ghosts” is getting a few tweaks with an update. The indie-friendly lineup of games from ID@Xbox this week has also been revealed.

Women's fertility starts to deteriorate when they hit their mid-thirties.

Ubisoft Quebec will be joining the Montreal team in creating “Assassin’s Creed Unity.” Gamers now have a chance to design their own assassin for a possible TV stint in the next trailer. A new AC title has been spotted, potentially for an iOS release.

Facial recognition technology, a widely used approach in identifying criminals and tracing missing people, may become a personalized tool to predict one’s life span.

New DLCs have been released for “Watch Dogs,” “Forza Motorsport 5” and “Call of Duty: Ghosts,” which will feature new missions, new cars, and new skins and weapons for the respective games.

Rockstar Games, the company behind the popular “Grand Theft Auto” 5 game, has released a new update to celebrate July 4, American Independence Day. The additional content was made available as part of the patch 1.15 and can be redeemed by mid July.

Cancer, one of the deadliest and chronic illnesses kills nearly 8 million people worldwide. Breast cancer in Australia is on the rise and is the most common type of cancer found among women here. According to researchers, there are few things one can do to reduce risks of breast cancer.

A new study by St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto has found that a father's ethnic background can significantly influence a child's weight at birth, and in this case, babies born to Asian fathers were found to be underweight.

Researchers have found that people suffering from overweight problems and obesity are more likely to get asthma attacks. Apart from drugs and regular exercise, a healthy diet rich in vitamins and proteins can help prevent asthma and reduce weight.

Consuming low to moderate quantity of alcohol plays a substantial role in reducing the risk of heart attack in adults, two recent studies have revealed.

To help find a cure for hypertrophy, scientists from Abertay University in the United Kingdom have grown tiny beating hearts.

A project that screened scientific titles and papers on safety of vaccine concluded that vaccination for children is safe.

Australians will be proud of the national health report released in 2014. The report, title Australia's Health 2014, by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare showed that Australians are living longer, healthier and happier lives.

A New Zealand woman was shocked to discover that doctors had left a surgical swab half the size of her hand insider her body for 11 days after giving birth to her baby in Wellington Hospital.

A girl is not a true celebrity unless she goes under the knife for some plastic surgery, so thinks Kylie Jenner who is planning to splurge an insane amount of money on her body at her 17th birthday. While most teenage girls of her age might look forward to what dress would they wear on their birthday or how they will celebrate the party, Kylie is planning to go under the knife, Heat World is reporting

Like every coin has two sides, e-cigarettes, too, have two sides to it, in which one side suggests that it helps smokers quit smoking, and the other suggests that these devices may be seen as a portal for nicotine addiction by teen smokers.

The latest verdict by the U.S. Supreme Court over birth control came as a massive blow towards Obama’s health care law. The court ruled that “family-owned businesses do not have to offer their employees contraceptive coverage that conflicts with the owners’ religious beliefs.”

Justin Bieber has shocked his fans and followers on social media by posting a nearly naked selfie on his Shots account. The "Baby" singer is seen standing and looking down into a camera in a very relaxed pose topless. The singer has strategically placed the camera below his wait and it seems he is naked waist below too! The Canadian crooner is looking directly into his Web cam in a slightly sleepy state of mind with his eyes half closed.

Upcoming PS4 and Sony games have received new updates. "H1Z1" has received a couple of new screenshots and a new gameplay demo. "No Man’s Sky" gets a quick hands-on that further shows off the world mechanics. And "Destiny" gets a few more updates, particularly for the venues included in the beta.

A few more activities related to “Pokemon X and Y” have been announced, spanning the dates before the release of the “Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.”

The Xbox One’s touted feature during its early days, the Family Sharing feature, may make a comeback in the future as it is one of the most celebrated featured pre-reversal of policies. Also, the week-long July Deals with Gold have listed a number of games for the Xbox One and Xbox 360.

Another sighting of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Google Play Edition may have confirmed its existence after a previous leak. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Note 3 is lined up for the Android 4.4.2 Kitkat update.