Misinformation is shaping world, from climate change to wars: Cambridge University Professor Sander van der LindenProfessor Sander van der Linden studies how people fall for misinformation and manipulation. Digital technology accelerates the spread of f...
09 Jul, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Carl Linnaeus: 'If you do not know the names of things, the knowledge of them is lost, too...' - What's in a name? Inspiring lessons on knowledge, curiosity, science, and why naming the world is the first step to understanding it by the "Father of Modern Taxonomy" himselfCarl Linnaeus, the father of modern taxonomy, emphasized that knowing the names of things is crucial for understanding and preserving knowl...
06 Jul, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
Quote of the day by actor Liam Neeson on why you should appreciate moments with spouse every day: 'Losing someone you love is the hardest thing in the world. Don’t take any moment for granted. Life is worth living'Hollywood star Liam Neeson, celebrated for his four-decade acting career, has faced profound personal loss. The acclaimed actor endured the...
26 Jun, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
Deeptech startup BioCompute is moving out of India; founder explains whyFounded in 2024, BioCompute is developing DNA-based data storage technology that converts digital data into synthetic DNA sequences, enabli...
22 Jun, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
Scanning cancer, up close & personal: A revolution is underway in cancer diagnosisA gene-based test called next-generation sequencing can identify precise mutations, which can then be treated with targeted therapies. Sinc...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
Best proverb of the day: 'If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a lifetime...' Life lessons on human nature, joy, kindness, and why helping others brings real peaceBest proverb of the day today: Chasing wealth for lasting happiness is a futile pursuit, as a timeless proverb reveals. While naps offer te...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
In 1929, a young archaeologist in China uncovered skullcap, 'Peking Man' inside a cold cave and changed human history foreverA 1929 discovery in China changed human evolution studies. Pei Wenzhong found the Peking Man skullcap. This fossil proved early humans live...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: 'The successful warrior is the average man, with...' Life lessons on struggle, hard work and human nature by popular American-born film actorQuote of the day by Bruce Lee highlights the importance of focus, discipline, hard work, struggle, perseverance and determination. Bruce Le...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: 'Art calls for complete mastery of techniques, developed by...' Life lessons on learning, success and human nature by American-born actor known for martial arts filmsQuote of the day by Bruce Lee highlights the importance of practice, reflection, learning, and inner growth. Bruce Lee’s words explain how ...
27 May, 2026, 01.49 AM IST
Forget Hantavirus and Ebola, this deadly virus has killed over 500, mostly children, in India's neighbouring country. Check signs and symptomsA severe measles outbreak in Bangladesh has claimed over 500 lives, predominantly young children, with over 60,000 suspected cases reported...
26 May, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
The Earth Prize 2026 winners: Indian teens develop tamarind-based solution to remove microplastics from waterThree Indian teenagers have earned international acclaim for developing "Plas-Stick," a biodegradable solution to remove microplastics from...
23 May, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
How birdwatching trains the brain to focus faster and remember betterBirdwatching sharpens observation and memory. New research shows it can physically change the brain. Years of identifying birds lead to str...
08 May, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
Shane Christie, former NZ rugby player, dies aged 39 following long concussion strugglesFormer New Zealand rugby player Shane Christie, 39, has passed away, prompting discussions about CTE and player welfare. Christie, who repr...
27 Aug, 2025, 12.00 PM IST
Air pollution can reverse benefits of exercise, lead to dementia & memory problemsThe heavier you breathe, the more air pollutants you draw in.
28 Feb, 2022, 06.24 PM IST
How exercising during even moderate air pollution levels can harm your brainNew studies raise questions about how to balance the undeniable health gains of working out with the downsides of breathing in bad air and ...
28 Feb, 2022, 10.17 AM IST
- How the brain copes with ageing
New York, Sep 16 (IANS) As the brain begins to shrink with age, it increases communication between the two brain hemispheres to help older ...
16 Sep, 2017, 04.12 PM IST
Industrial nations will suffer skill shortages by 2030: StudyThe concept of "brain drain" would take the form of "brain cycle" in the next two decades, as migrants are expected to return to their home...
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