Adolescent enthusiasm about gaming devices and SMS service may be the reason for rheumatoid arthritis in adulthood. This is the conclusion that the scientists from University Hospital of joint diseases, New York, have reached. Full story

Neither Transformers nor Barbie is still able to make a dint in the universal popularity of LEGO. This is everybody’s favorite that came on top of the poll meant to name the best-loved toy in the world. Full story

Nintendo Wii is what comes uppermost in the minds of our children now when they hear the word game. Former playground hits like hopscotch and conkers cut no ice with the present-day youngsters, many of whom don’t even know the names of their parents’ favorite outdoor games (10% of children believing hopscotch is the brand name of a drink). Full story