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PCOS, endometriosis or ovarian cancer? Doctors explain the overlapping symptoms
Doctors explain how overlapping symptoms like pelvic pain, bloating and irregular periods can occur in PCOS, endometriosis and ovarian cancer, and why accurate diagnosis requires medical evaluation rather than self-diagnosis.
2 min read29 Aug 2026Did our love for sugar make us smarter? Scientists uncover sweet secret behind bigger brains
New research indicates that naturally-sweet foods significantly fueled human brain evolution. The study, led by scientists from the University of Sydney and Glasgow, reveals that natural sugars provided essential energy before cooking became prevalent.
2 min read20 Aug 2026Zero-sum game? Much of what made mathematics meaningful to those who study it is now being done by AI
Mathematicians may be in the throes of a 'spiritual crisis,’ like their peers in the fields of writing, creating art and analysing data. But whether AI aids or ruins the pursuit of mathematical truth depends on whether what we value undergoes a shift.
3 min read17 Aug 2026Tonight’s dazzle will be a rare sight but that won’t turn the sky into a crystal ball for anyone’s future
Stargazers will be delighted to witness a rare Perseid meteor shower on a new-moon night after a pre-dawn alignment of six planets. This cosmic coincidence is a marvel, but it mustn’t stoke superstitions. Instead, it should spark scientific curiosity.
2 min read12 Aug 2026An old SpaceX rocket is about to crash into the Moon
The crash will happen on the side of the Moon presently lit by the Sun, though its exact location is still uncertain. That is because the rocket stage’s orbit has been nudged over its months in space by the faint pressure exerted by solar radiation.
3 min read5 Aug 2026Parents pay ₹8.2 crore for secret gene experiment; daughter dies: Lead doctor gets away with informal verbal counselling
Investigating is ongoing over a girl's death during a gene-editing trial. The incident, which raised ethical concerns, is being examined after severe complications led to the girl's death.
2 min read31 Jul 2026India's research and development ecosystem is in need a major overhaul. Here's why
To compete at a global level amid rapid technological advances, the country must spread research out and place post-doctoral researchers at the heart of its R&D ecosystem. Policymakers need to press a restart button.
4 min read27 Jul 2026Cracking joints, back pain, weak bones? Orthopaedic experts reveal warning signs
Orthopaedic experts report rising musculoskeletal disorders in those under 30, attributing them to modern lifestyles. They emphasize the importance of early intervention and healthy habits, like regular exercise and balanced diets, to support long-term bone and joint health.
3 min read12 Jul 2026Pharma frontiers: India could be an innovation leader if it shapes its science ecosystem for leadership
While India and China were once neck and neck in terms of science and innovation, the latter has raced ahead. This is not a coincidence. Action along five vectors will help India become the drug-discovery powerhouse it longs to be.
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