Life, More features, 30th Oct 2018, News & Stories from India

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Life More Features 30 Oct 2018

Life, More features, 30 Oct 2018

For freshwater fauna, the decline in population over the 44 years monitored was a staggering 80 percent.

Wildlife populations fallen by 60pc since 1970, threatening civilization: WWF report

From 1970 to 2014, 60 pc of all animals with backbone -- fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals -- were wiped out by human activity.

30 Oct 2018 8:17 PM

Our homes are a natural extension of our own personalities, a reflection of our preferences and tastes, said Shikhar Dhawan.

Aesha and Shikhar Dhawan launch their premium home décor brand DaONE Home

Christened after the esteemed cricketer’s nickname, this brand aims to accentuate the look and the feel of home.

30 Oct 2018 5:52 PM

Ramirez also has suicidal tendencies and he feels at home while in a cemetery (Photo: PIxabay)

Man who had his ears and nose removed to look like a skull wants genitals to go next

Ramirez says that he laughs when people scream at his appearance but insists he is just a normal person who happens to look different.

30 Oct 2018 5:33 PM

The dog was named after the former Napoli footballer Ezequiel Lavezzi, nicknamed Pocho, meaning The Chubby One.

Italian Mafia syndicate orders £4,400 bounty on drugs sniffer dog Pocho

The Jack Russell terrier has found 2 tonnes of illegal substances for the Naples police causing major losses for The Camorra.

30 Oct 2018 5:31 PM

According to local reports, the child had been waving a small flag during the circus act which may have triggered the big cat.

Russia: Circus lion mauls 4-yr-old girl after breaking through safety net during show

The girl, Ksenia, survived the attack but doctors say she will be 'scarred for life' after suffering serious face and chest injuries.

30 Oct 2018 3:10 PM

Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex pose with children from Pinehill School after unveiling a plaque dedicating 20 hectares of native bush to the Queen's Commonwealth Canopy project at The North Shore Riding Club in Auckland on October 30, 2018. (Photo: AFP)

Meghan beats Harry at 'welly wanging' in New Zealand

Earlier, the royals helped plant native trees as part of an environmental project.

30 Oct 2018 2:06 PM

Those children who took a nap after learning the words remembered them better four hours later, according to the University of Arizona team. (Photo: AFP)

Here's why toddlers need their afternoon nap

Scientists discover youngsters remember words better after a 90 minute siesta.

30 Oct 2018 2:02 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

World War I, a revolution for women

Women's contribution is also widely held to have helped secure them the vote, as early as November 1918 in both Britain and Germany

30 Oct 2018 1:34 PM

Hunt the malaria bug - a new game for sniffer dogs

The extreme sensitivity of dogs in detecting odours is being recognised in efforts to combat other diseases too.

30 Oct 2018 12:14 PM

Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex (R) and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex (2nd L) attend the Dedication to the Queens Commonwealth Canopy at the North Shore Riding Club in Auckland on October 30, 2018. (Photo: AFP)

New Zealanders turn out to see royals despite rain and wind

Prince Harry and Meghan had earlier taken part in a gumboot-tossing competition with children.

30 Oct 2018 11:43 AM

Elaborating on the theme The Passage to India through Greece, Ayushi says there are five things that will define a Greek design: colour, ceiling, furniture details, wall finish and kitchen.

A slice of Greek heaven

City-based interior designer duo has won the German Design Award for creating a Greek-styled home in the city.

30 Oct 2018 5:36 AM

White it with grace

This Diwali, dress your home in pristine hues and add a dash of vibrancy...

30 Oct 2018 12:07 AM

Vases, artwork and a pop of colour can create the right vibrancy in a home’s interiors

Colour it in context

Striking a balance between colour and textures is the most efficient way to do up your home...

30 Oct 2018 12:07 AM

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