Ritwik Roy

Melbourne researchers from Hudson Institute of Medical Science have made a breakthrough drug discovery that may stop emphysema and lung cancer as well as detect the killer diseases much earlier. The experts identified an inflammation-causing molecule responsible for signalling both the diseases to cause havoc.

When Margot Robbie’s bizarre Vanity Fair profile by Rich Cohen was condemned on social media for being sexist and patronising, the “Suicide Squad” actress was not available for a comment. Finally, she has responded to the article that caused tremendous outrage and anger, but her reply is not at all like her psychotic character in the movie, Harley Quinn.

Purdue University researchers have come up with an amazing technique through which milk’s shelf life can be drastically improved. The process adds several weeks of shelf life to the milk and also makes it safer to consume. It’s a process that improves upon pasteurisation and makes the milk safe to be stored in refrigerator for up to seven weeks. The shelf life is extended to about two to three weeks.

The team of scientists including researchers from Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine (inStem) in Bengaluru, India, unravelled the milk protein’s crystal structure. They found cockroach milk to be amazing protein supplements.

Researchers have revealed that all life as we see today descended from a microbe about four billion years ago. The microbe adapted itself to survive mineral-rich, oxygen-free and warm environments.

Griffith University researchers have revealed that koalas are quick learners when it comes to learning how to use structures designed to minimise road kills. It was a world-first study conducted by the Queensland university.

Researchers at James Cook University have shown how Australia’s Great Barrier Reef may be given improved protection. They have shown a way to halve the amount of fertiliser dairy farmers use and at the same time maintain pasture yields. This, in turn, would provide increases protection to the Great Barrier Reef.

Migaloo, the famous white humpback whale, is migrating up the coast and has been spotted off Byron Bay. Migaloo was spotted swimming with another whale about 18km off the coast of Byron on Tuesday, south of the Gold Coast.

An Australian IVF expert has defended the option for parents to choose the sex of their third child. Professor Michael Chapman, a senior fertility expert with IVF Australia, believes that the sex determination right affects only a small number of families and is also strictly regulated. The proposal is part of a review of Australian IVF laws that is being undertaken by the Health Department.

Researchers from Columbia University Medical Centre have revealed that chronic pain increases the risk of opioid addiction. In fact, significant pain may raise the risk of opioid addiction by 41 percent.

Tanzanian government has banned import and sale of sexual lubricants in a major crackdown on the country’s LGBT+ community to stop gay men from having sex and to curb the spread of HIV.

A statutory review of the Medically Supervised Injecting Centre (MSIC) in Sydney’s Kings Cross is being conducted by NSW Health in a bid to push for more NSW heroin injecting rooms that can be used by minors (16-year-olds) and pregnant women.

“Suicide Squad” deadly-duo Margot Robbie and Cara Delevingne, who plays Harley Quinn and Enchantress in the highly-anticipated upcoming super-villain movie, have revealed some of their naughty secrets in a LOVE magazine interview.

Florida is all set to launch its limited medical marijuana market that may prove to be a huge boost for cannabis legalisation 2016. It will start selling medicinal cannabis but only company has been approved to dispense it. Marijuana investors are however divided in their opinion on whether this is the right time to invest in the state’s emerging cannabis industry.

University of Southampton scientists have discovered a novel and potential way to prevent asthma at the very origin of the disease. The findings can challenge the current understanding of the condition. Scientists analysed the impact of gene ADAM33, which is associated with the development of asthma.

Scientists have designed a new protein that will help them understand why nerve cells die in those with the degenerative Alzheimer’s disease and even help in finding an Alzheimer's cure. The University of Sussex scientists created the protein that closely resembles Amyloid-beta (Abeta) proteins in shape and size. The new protein contains two different amino acids (building blocks proteins are made of).

A new study by Australian and US researchers has revealed that it is possible to predict organ failure risk post kidney transplant. In what has been defined as a landmark breakthrough in medical research, the scientists identified several genes holding the key to determining the future outcome of a kidney transplant.

New study has shown that alcohol may raise the risk of seven different cancers. Experts at University of Otago in New Zealand have found links to cancer of the breast, bowel, liver, colon, oesophagus, larynx, throat and mouth.

A new study suggests that rocks formed beneath the ocean floor via rapidly-spreading tectonic plates may be a massive free source of hydrogen gas previously overlooked. The finding by Duke University researchers in the US may prove to be a goldmine for scientists as they believe free hydrogen gas (H2) may be responsible for life on Earth.

“The Real Housewives of Sydney” cast has been revealed and the show, for the first time, has cast seven women as full-time cast in the first season. The seven stars made their public debut at Sydney’s Park Hyatt Hotel.

“Suicide Squad” star Margot Robbie recently posted a photo on Instagram where she seems to be falling off her surf board. She has thanked the “creepy” photographer for catching her at her best angles.

A new study has stated that having cinnamon turns poor learners into good ones. It may also target Alzheimer's disease, mild cognitive impairment, and Parkinson's disease.

Scientists have revealed that keeping a chicken by one’s side may provide protection against malaria. The new research has shown that malaria-causing mosquitoes stay away from certain animal species, including chickens, as the mosquitoes are put off by the animals’ smell.

While Margot Robbie could have suffered a serious accident on “Suicide Squad” sets, the beautiful Australian actress has revealed that her character has lent a “bubbly” touch in the otherwise grim situations.

It has been reported that in “Prison Break” Season 5, Michael Scofield, played by Wentworth Miller, is an infamous terrorist, known by the name Kaniel Outis. He will be seen imprisoned in Yemen prison called Ogygia. He has new tattoos too.

Australian actress Ruby Rose is keeping her fans updated on the “xXx: The Return of Xander Cage” front by posting videos and photos on Instagram. The movie trailer is out and Rose and Bollywood bombshell Deepika Padukone both look awesome in the new video. The Aussie actress and DJ recently shared a teaser featuring only Vin Diesel, Padukone and Rose herself.

Australian actress Ruby Rose has taken to Twitter to reveal that there is no feud between her and Khloé Kardashian with respect to the Kanye West-Taylor Swift-Kim Kardashian lyrics controversy.

Researchers have recently estimated that an average marijuana joint contains only 0.32 grams (0.01 ounces) of cannabis and that is much lower than some previous estimates. While it may seem odd to try and ascertain the amount of cannabis in a joint, the researchers believe major policy decisions depend on it.

“Suicide Squad” actresses Margot Robbie and Cara Delevingne met for the first time at an event in Windsor Castle and bonded over “tequila” urges.