We are bombarded with radiation throughout our lives. But not all radiation is harmful. For example, nonionizing radiation such as microwave, radio waves, infrared light are largely harmless. On the other hand, ionizing radiation can be quite harmful. It includes X-rays and gamma rays. Ionizing radiation can damage DNA, which in turn can cause cancer and other diseases after several …

There are several things that divide countries into different groups. From the perspective of automobile industry, the world is divided into left-hand drive and right-hand drive countries. Historical records show that many of the regions that were part of French colonial empire adopted left-hand drive. And right-hand drive gained prominence among regions that were earlier part of British Empire. Although …

The Bermuda Triangle has remained a hotly debated topic since several decades. Although scientists don’t believe there is anything supernatural, it is also true that several ships and planes have disappeared in the region. Irrespective of whether Bermuda Triangle holds some great secrets or not, one thing is certain that it always intrigues us. Here are some interesting facts about …

YouTubers work hard to gain views, likes and subscribers. But as soon as they get a decent number of subscribers and start making money, there’s a constant risk of hacker attacks. It is possible that hackers may take control of your YouTube channel and transfer the revenues to some other bank account. Hackers may also blackmail you into paying a …

Even though tough laws have been made, crimes against women don’t seem to end. The situation has gotten worse in today’s age, as people don’t come forward to help the affected individual. This could be due to their general apathy, fear or just not knowing how to deal with the situation. If you are having similar doubts, here’s what you …

When it comes to marriages, things people usually focus on include compatibility, education, social and financial background, and physical attributes. While these may be necessary, an important aspect that is often not addressed is biological compatibility. However, with increased awareness, many couples are now willingly opting for various medical tests. These ensure that their future, especially in terms of their …

Throughout their history, humans have fought with each other for various reasons. While earlier battles used to be largely regional conflicts, things changed in 20th century when much of the world was sucked into World War I and World War II. And as we continue to fight other battles in 21st century, it increases the possibility of another major war …

Financial assistance acts as the perfect catalyst of growth for micro-small-and-medium enterprises (MSMEs). Acquiring the required funds at the right time can help small business owners meet their short-term obligations, expedite renovations, invest in equipment upgrades, manage inventories, and more. Regarded as the startup capital of India, Bangalore has one of the finest entrepreneurial ecosystems in the country. It offers …

Apple products such as iPhones are loved across the globe. User preference for iPhones is based on various reasons such as ease of use, easy integration with Apple ecosystem, enhanced information security, product quality and high resale value. With so many benefits, it’s only natural that iPhones are priced higher than most other phone brands. This is often a constraint …

One of Char Dham pilgrimage sites, Jagannath Temple is located in Puri, Odisha. The temple is dedicated to Jagannath, who is considered as a form of Lord Vishnu. One of the major attractions is Ratha Yatra, which is conducted annually. Everything about Lord Jagannath is on such a massive scale that it has been included as the term ‘juggernaut’ in …