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1 in 6 develop antidepressant withdrawal: German study shows Less people experience "discontinuation symptoms" after stopping antidepressants than previously thought. Avoid drinking alcohol on flights, could pose health risks: Scientists New research suggests that drinking alcohol on a flight before taking a nap could be more harmful to your health than you may think. Are scientists finally beating antimicrobial resistance? Researchers used AI to predict 8,00,000 potential antibiotic agents. Observers said the fight against antimicrobial resistance is gaining momentum. When love ends: How to survive heartache; here's what expert says It's painful when love ends. Some experts say it helps to think of the pain as a process of four phases. And you'll see: Your pain will pass. Laughing gas: How dangerous is the party drug? Governments want to regulate nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, a party drug used by young adults in the US and Europe. Heat exhaustion or heat stroke: What to do in an emergency In recent years, the arrival of summer has been accompanied by record high temperatures. Here's how to stay safe. WHO vaping report: Big tobacco companies target kids to replace lost smokers The WHO warns vaping gives tobacco companies a way to replace dead smokers. So, what are health experts doing about it? Women often outlive men but in poorer health: Cause of difference in diseases There's been little progress in closing the gap between the sexes in 30 years, a study of 20 common diseases has found. Who was Franz Kafka and why is he more popular than ever? Franz Kafka is one of the best-known German-language authors in the world, even though he has been dead for 100 years. Mozart: Music of a tortured soul Mozart was more than just a child prodigy and pop star of his time. This year's Mozartfest delves deep into his soul. Brazilcore: How favela fashion became cool Brazilian designer Abacaxi is on a mission to reclaim the national flag from its recent political connotations and celebrate the vibrant culture of the favelas. Diabetes is treatable — in Africa, it's deadly Diabetes is surging in sub-Saharan Africa. Though doctors know how to treat it, access to health care is precarious; some patients don't even seek it. How are Delhi residents coping with heatwave? As Delhi experiences scorching heat, arrangements have been made at several hospitals to treat patients suffering from issues such as exhaustion and stroke. Cannes 2024 showcases the polemic and the political The 77th edition of Cannes boasts a wide range of film topics, but just a few standout works. The mysterious spike in whooping cough cases Surge in whooping cough cases seen in US and Europe, particularly affecting infants. Experts warn of potential tenfold increase in 2024. Jenny Erpenbeck: Exploring the past from an East German perspective The winner of the International Booker Prize and tipped for a Nobel, Jenny Erpenbeck is relatively unknown in Germany. Germany's Jenny Erpenbeck wins International Booker Prize Erpenbeck's novel "Kairos" depicts a turbulent love story in the final years of communist East Germany. Vaping may heighten lung cancer risk for ex-smokers, decade-long study reveals A decade-long South Korean study reveals that ex-smokers who vape have a higher risk of developing lung cancer than those who quit without using e-cigarettes. Have the Germans become lazy at work? Germans have long been known for their diligence, sense of duty, reliability and productivity. Is this just a myth? Spanish tourism industry under pressure amid record drought Critics say the sector should do more to save water as Spain deals with a lack of rainfall. Nobel Prize-winning author Alice Munro dies aged 92 The first Canadian author to win the Nobel Prize in literature, Alice Munro, has died at the age of 92 in Ontario. Taylor Swift service fills German church Some 1,200 people attended the unexpectedly emotional gathering in Heidelberg's 600-year-old Church of the Holy Spirit. Palestinian-Chilean singer poised to take Arabic pop global The 22-year-old singer is making history, even as she walks a fine line against the backdrop of current events. Gene therapy trials treat inherited blindness and deafness Two separate gene therapy trials have restored vision and hearing in people born with congenital blindness or deafness. Social media: Abstinence can boost self-esteem A Canadian study has found that refraining from social media for a week can have a positive impact on one's body image. Beethoven's Ninth Symphony: 200 years on With his Ninth Symphony, first performed in 1824, Ludwig van Beethoven created a work for the ages. Why are cancer cases soaring in India? The number of people suffering from cancer will rise exponentially in the next two decades, health experts have warned. French bakers recapture world's longest baguette title A crew of French bakers on Sunday dethroned Italy with a new world record by creating a 140-meter-long baguette. Visiting Germany as a foreign tourist: Who needs a visa? What documents do tourists need to visit Germany? Will a valid identity card or passport do? And is any additional paperwork needed? Post-tuberculosis lung disease: A patient's story Global TB infections are rising, with some patients suffering lung damage long after they are cured. There are also new strains of drug-resistant TB. References