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Indian PM Modi's visit to disputed bordering area irks China

Published On: February 9, 2019 04:50 PM NPT By: Agencies

KATHMANDU, Feb 9: China on Saturday "firmly opposed" Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Arunachal Pradesh, asserting that it has never recognized the sensitive border state and the Indian leadership should refrain from any action that may "complicate the boundary question", media reports said.

Optimism may help people fight chronic pain

Published On: February 9, 2019 04:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

Optimism may be key to coping with chronic pain, claims a new study of soldiers who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. And you don't need to be a vet to benefit from a positive attitude, the research suggests.

Diet drugs Make Mosquitoes Stop Biting, Study Finds

Published On: February 9, 2019 03:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

Is it possible to make mosquitoes essentially go on a “diet”? Researchers of a new study find how diet drugs could stop mosquito bites.

Crows can solve tricky problems by planning ahead, Auckland researchers find

Published On: February 9, 2019 02:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

Crows can plan three steps ahead to achieve a goal, in a way that could be similar to how people plan future moves in chess, a study has found.

India illegal alcohol toll mounts to 39

Published On: February 9, 2019 02:09 PM NPT By: Agencies

Police says 39 people have died and another 27 fallen sick after drinking spurious liquor containing toxic methanol in several villages in northern India.

How the boiling water challenge can land you in the hospital

Published On: February 9, 2019 01:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

"Throwing caution to the wind" is a well-known idiom. Throwing boiling hot water to the wind is idiotic.

NASA's Hubble telescope uncovers Neptune's new 'mysterious dark vortex,' Uranus' giant white cap

Published On: February 9, 2019 12:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope shared new photos of Neptune and Uranus, revealing some of the latest mysteries plaguing the ice giant planets.

Hollywood Celebrity Proposal Stories

Published On: February 8, 2019 06:07 PM NPT By: Agencies

Today is the ‘Propose Day’, the second day in Valentine's Week this year. Whenever the word proposal pops on our head, we automatically think about sparkly engagement rings, surprises, and tears of joy. And on this occasion My City has compiled a list of Hollywood celebrities proposal story that has a wow effect on us because of the epic engagement bling, proposal that comes with strewn rose petals, champagne, and over-the-top surprises, these celeb proposals are memorable for way more than just dazzling diamonds!

Immigration pact needed to thwart dodgy brokers targeting Nepalis heading to Japan, experts say

Published On: February 8, 2019 04:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

KATHMANDU, Feb 8: As Japan prepares to welcome a wave of new foreign workers, experts are cautioning Nepalis over unethical immigration brokers and urging their government to conclude an agreement with Japan for greater transparency in movements of migrant workers, according to a news story published in Japan Times.

Cardi B suffered postpartum depression after baby Kulture’s birth

Published On: February 8, 2019 03:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

Feb 8: Cardi B battled postpartum depression following the birth of her daughter last summer.

Justin Bieber: 'I went through a dark period when I was abusing Xanax'

Published On: February 8, 2019 02:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

Feb 8: Justin Bieber went through a "dark" period while abusing prescription drug Xanax.

Journalists victim to violence in a divided world: IFJ

Published On: February 8, 2019 01:35 PM NPT By: Agencies

The International Federation of Journalists has published its 29th report on journalists and media staff killed during their duties in 2018.

Ariana Grande fires back at Grammys boss over ceremony snub story

Published On: February 8, 2019 01:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

Feb 8: Ariana Grande has blasted Grammys producer Ken Ehrlich, insisting he’s the reason she’s not performing at the ceremony on Sunday.

Study finds underutilization of aspirin to prevent colorectal cancer in high risk patients

Published On: February 8, 2019 12:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

Feb 8: Colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States and advanced colorectal polyps are a major risk factor. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded that aspirin reduces the risk of colorectal cancer by 40 percent as well as recurrence of advanced polyps. Their guidelines suggest that, without a specific contraindication, health care providers should routinely prescribe aspirin to all patients with advanced colorectal polyps.

Scientists wean mosquitoes off blood with dieting drugs

Published On: February 8, 2019 11:30 AM NPT By: Agencies

Feb 8: Researchers have found a way to reduce the blood thirst of mosquitoes and prevent mosquito bites and spread of mosquito-borne illnesses such as Zika, dengue fever, malaria, and chikungunya. The results of their findings in a study titled, “Small-Molecule Agonists of Ae. aegypti Neuropeptide Y Receptor Block Mosquito Biting,” have been reported in the latest issue of the journal Cell.

Sonu Nigam says he was hospitalized due to seafood allergy

Published On: February 8, 2019 11:13 AM NPT By: Agencies

Playback singer Sonu Nigam has said he was hospitalized early this week due to a seafood allergy. Sharing a picture of his swollen eye, the 45-year-old singer in an Instagram post wrote, "Thanks for your concern and love. Now that you know that I am returning back from Jeypore Orissa after managing a concert last night, I now don't mind sharing how I was the day before yesterday."

Low birth weight linked to mental health risk

Published On: February 7, 2019 02:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

A study of more than a million people in Sweden has found lower birth weight is linked to a small but significant increase in the risk of mental health problems, including depression.

Sandeep Lamichhane returns for BBL clash with heat

Published On: February 7, 2019 09:30 AM NPT By: Agencies

MELBOURNE, Feb 7: The Melbourne Stars has made one change to its squad of 13 to face the Brisbane Heat tomorrow night at the Gabba.

Real Madrid hold Barcelona to 1-1 draw at Nou Camp in Copa del Rey semi-final

Published On: February 7, 2019 08:59 AM NPT By: Agencies

Real Madrid gained a measure of redemption at the Camp Nou by holding Barcelona to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday and taking the upper-hand in the semi-final of Copa del Rey.

Barcelona waiting 'until the last moment' on Lionel Messi fitness for El Clasico

Published On: February 6, 2019 03:03 PM NPT By: Agencies

Barcelona are waiting on a late fitness test to see if Lionel Messi will be fit to feature in Wednesday's Copa del Rey clash with Real Madrid.