Recent research revealed that sugar candies used in Christmas celebrations are good for digestion and fight against germs. Research team led by Alex Ford, McMaster University found that peppermint oil found in the candy act as defense against irritable bowel syndrome.

In the recent research, researchers observed the action of essential oils on bacterias responsible for Listeria, Staph, E. coli, and Salmonella infections.  

The research conducted by University College London (UCL) revealed that premature infants requiring intensive care or surgery after birth are less sensitive to temperature change later on in life as compared to children born full term.

Researchers followed 11-year-old children born at less than 26 weeks of gestation (14 weeks premature). These children were tested for their responses to different sensations - temperature and light touch - using quantitative sensory testing.

Two multi-talented Bollywood actors Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan have brought people back to the cinema halls after the Mumbai terror attacks.

The superb performance of SRK’s ‘Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi’, and the impressive beginning of Aamir’s ‘Ghajini’ proved that if you give the viewers what they wish for, they’ll flock.

Both the movies have brought some end-of-the-year cheer to the Hindi film industry.

According to recent reports, the Murugadoss directed film Ghajini is heading for a surprising 35–40 crore weekend, if collections hold at the current level.

Even as the investor community is worried about the developments, Satyam Computer Services has postponed the crucial board meeting, which was to have taken place on Monday (Dec 29).

A Satyam representative said, “The meeting has been postponed to ensure physical participation by all members on the board. The idea is to have extensive discussions on all the issues, including buyback.”