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In the early 2020s, Hebrew University scientists edited 2 tomato genes involved in flower development and fertilization. Now, the plants can produce seedless fruit without fertilization and deliver more than 18 times as many fruits early in winterTomato gene editing: Hebrew University researchers edited tomato genes to boost fruit production significantly. These gene-edited plants ca...- Apple cider vinegar smells like fermenting fruit to fruit flies; leaving a small cup out can lure them into a simple trapFruit flies are drawn to the scent of rotting food, with vinegar mimicking these enticing aromas. The acetic acid present in vinegar has be...
- Mexican Proverb of the Day: “People only approach the prickly pear cactus when it has fruit.” A timeless lesson on opportunismA Mexican proverb warns against people approaching others only when they need something. Genuine relationships endure difficult times and d...
- India’s cheap-urea model faces an expensive reckoningIndia faces rising fertilizer costs, prompting a review of its subsidy system. Global supply chain issues and war have doubled procurement ...
- India urea import offers decline 12% as war supply squeeze easesIndia's urea import offers dropped significantly, signaling market easing after war-driven tightness. Offers for the soil nutrient were twe...
- Actress Julia Roberts grows lettuce, tomatoes and kale at home: 5 gardening lessons every beginner can follow easilyJulia Roberts has spoken about growing vegetables at home, including lettuce, tomatoes, kale, carrots and beets, and eating what her family...
- Struggling with gut issues? Delhi nutritionist suggests 7 simple food combinations for better digestionImproving digestion doesn't necessitate extreme changes or artificial supplements. By linking common foods, one can enhance fiber intake an...
- How a ninth-grader from Georgia created a device to detect pesticides in fruits and veggies and won $25,000A 14-year-old Georgia student created an AI-powered handheld device that can detect pesticide residue on fruits and vegetables. His inventi...
- No eggs, but 40 g protein: Mumbai fitness coach shares cheesy vegetarian omelette recipe for a healthy breakfastMumbai fitness coach Vanshika Khurana shares a nutritious vegetarian omelette recipe that gives the classic breakfast a healthy makeover. P...
- No eggs, no meat: Mumbai-based fitness coach shares completely vegetarian omelette. It is also rich in fibreFor vegetarian people who have always wanted to have an omelette but won't compromise their rules, a Mumbai-based fitness coach has the per...
- Struggling with fatty liver? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 7 healthy breakfast options to add to your dietEmbracing wholesome breakfasts can greatly enhance your daily vitality and contribute to liver health. Harvard-trained gut doctor Saurabh S...
- July thali costs rise as onions, oil and LPG get costlier: ReportHome-cooked thali costs increased in July due to higher onion and oil prices. Vegetable oil and LPG cylinder prices also saw significant ye...
- Onion, chicken prices make home-cooked meals costlier in July: ReportVegetarian thali costs rose four percent year-on-year in July. Non-vegetarian thali prices increased nine percent due to higher chicken cos...
- Sanjeev Kapoor shares protein-rich soya keema frankie recipe for kids’ school tiffin that’s quick and deliciousChef Sanjeev Kapoor takes to the internet to share a delightful soya keema frankie recipe. Packed with protein, this dish is an ideal choic...
- FSSAI directs PIE FOODS to immediately stop selling two productsIndia's food regulator FSSAI has ordered Pie Foods to halt sales of two sweetener products. The prohibition stems from violations of labell...
- Jennifer Garner's garden trick saves water: How her home orchard uses recycled water to grow fruitsJennifer Garner uses a greywater recycling system to water her home garden and miniature orchard in California. As reported by People, she ...
- Teej Festival 2026 Calendar: Hariyali Teej, Kajari Teej and Hartalika Teej Dates, Timings and ImportanceDevotees will observe Hariyali Teej, Kajari Teej, and Hartalika Teej in 2026. These festivals honor Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati's divine...
- Madhavan rarely goes to the market to buy veggies, explaining how his terrace garden fulfils 70% of his seasonal vegetable requirements: ‘The easiest ones to grow…’Dhurandhar star Madhavan almost never visits the supermarkets to buy vegetables. Reason? He has his own balcony garden which yields fresh s...
- Jet fuel made from tropical fruit gets $3 billion backingResearchers in Brazil are pioneering the use of macauba palm oil as a sustainable aviation fuel alternative. This groundbreaking project fo...
- Quote of the day by Arthur C Brooks: "Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is knowing not to put it..." American author's life lesson that can change the way you take decisionsQuote of the day: Arthur C Brooks’ quote of the day "Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is knowing not to put it in a fr...
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