Health Risk

India is 'losing its night' over three times faster than global average through light pollution, says researcher Christopher Kyba

Light pollution is gradually encroaching upon more of the Earth’s surface with the annual growth of such newly lit areas pegged at 2.2 percent, according to a new study published in the journal Science Advances.

French fries lovers, beware: It contains 'probable human carcinogen,' says study

A chemical in your favourite snacks - more commonly associated with heavy industry than crispy fried potatoes - may put you at severe health risk in the long run.

Woman lands in hospital with swollen legs; skinny jeans pose health risk, say doctors

Squatting in super-tight "skinny" jeans may pose a health risk, Australian doctors warned Tuesday, reporting the case of a woman who temporarily lost feeling in her legs from an hours-long squeeze.