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White-sand beaches, medieval charm, stunning skylines: 5 of the world's most beautiful cities every traveller should visit- On This Day in History, June 27: World's first ATM installed, Peter the Great wins at Poltava, Atari founded, Djibouti gains independence, first colour TV demo and more
- Quote of the day by John Denver: 'Perhaps love is like a resting place, a shelter from the storm..' ; American folk singer's hit song teaches us that true love is all about healing
- In 1950, amid the Cold War, a tiny beetle from the US was destroying potato crops across East Germany. Then began one of history's strangest propaganda campaignsIn 1950, a striped potato beetle became the centre of one of the Cold War's most unusual propaganda campaigns after East Germany accused th...19 Jun, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
- Quote of the day by John Ashbery: 'Most reckless things are beautiful in some way, and recklessness is what makes...' - inspiring lessons on art, beauty, creativity and why taking risks can lead to your greatest discoveries by Self-Portrait in a Convex Mirror poetQuote of the day by John Ashbery: Poet John Ashbery believed that beauty and innovation often stem from uncertainty and risk, not certainty...17 Jun, 2026, 08.57 PM IST
- Scientists are testing a new kind of air-conditioning, and the promise is cleaner cooling without refrigerants, but the big question is whether solid-state systems can ever match the efficiency of the ACs people already useNew solid-state cooling technologies are emerging to replace traditional air conditioners. These systems aim to reduce reliance on compress...17 Jun, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- A 481-meter tsunami in Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord, triggered when a mountainside collapsed beside a retreating glacier, shows how warming can quietly prime a tourist spot for disasterA massive mountainside collapse in Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord generated a 1,578-foot wave, the second-tallest ever recorded. Scientists attri...17 Jun, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
- 500 hidden earthquakes beneath Antarctica, and the strangest ones are shaking the middle of a tectonic plate where deep quakes were not supposed to happenAntarctica, once thought to be seismically quiet, is now revealing hidden earthquakes. Advanced AI has analyzed old data, finding over 500 ...16 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
- Barack Obama's reading list: 6 books that explore identity, power, history and ambition you must readFormer President Barack Obama's annual book recommendations highlight diverse genres and voices. This year's list includes Percival Everett...16 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
- In 1992, a tanker crash in Australia's Blue Mountains was doused with PFAS foam; 33 years on, tap water tested 300 times above the safe limitA 1992 petrol tanker crash in Australia's Blue Mountains caused PFAS contamination. Firefighters used foam containing these chemicals. Deca...16 Jun, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
- When the Black Death killed half of Europe in the 1340s, ecologists expected the land to bloom; instead, plant diversity plummeted for 150 years until farming returnedA new study reveals the Black Death's devastating impact on Europe's plant life. The plague's population crash led to a sharp decline in pl...15 Jun, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
- Awful Indian tourist? Why better travel etiquette matters more than everRecent incidents have seen Indian holidaymakers criticized for their noisiness and rowdiness in foreign lands, a scenario not unfamiliar in...13 Jun, 2026, 12.28 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Michael Dell: "If you want to sustain excellence over a long time, you'd better come up with a system that works well. Anyone can sprint for a little while, but you can't sprint for..." — Is lasting success built on systems rather than motivation and short-term effort? Learn the secret behind lasting success: Build systems, not sprintsQuote of the Day by Michael Dell explains systems over motivation for lasting success and long-term excellence in business and life growth....12 Jun, 2026, 11.23 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Muhammad Ali: 'Hating people because of their color is wrong. And it doesn't matter which...' - inspiring life lesson on equality, respect, human dignity, embracing humanity and why we must overcome racism and prejudice by greatest heavyweight boxerQuote of the day by Muhammad Ali: Legendary boxer Muhammad Ali's powerful words highlight that hating anyone for their skin color is wrong....12 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
- South Africa's Drakensberg grasslands still look the same, but farmers say droughts, heatwaves, and disease are quietly changing what the land can supportDrought and heatwaves are decimating sheep flocks in South Africa's Drakensberg mountains, threatening the livelihoods and cultural identit...11 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
- Native American Proverb of the Day: 'To go on a vision quest is to go into...'- Life lessons on self-discovery, spiritual growth, inner wisdom, and why finding yourself requires looking beyond the ordinaryNative American wisdom offers profound life lessons. A proverb about the vision quest reveals the journey into the 'great mystery'. This jo...08 Jun, 2026, 11.23 PM IST
- James Higginbotham: American college student who disappeared after arguing with mother over ChatGPT found dead in JapanJames Higginbotham update: Tragedy has struck the Higginbotham family as their son, 20-year-old Auburn University student James "Weston" Hi...07 Jun, 2026, 09.16 AM IST
- In 1911, a local guide's mountain route led to a discovery that made Machu Picchu famous worldwideHiram Bingham's 1911 journey revealed Machu Picchu to the world. Local guides shared vital knowledge, leading Bingham to the ancient Inca r...03 Jun, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
- Mount Everest isn't Earth's highest point; scientists say another mountain beats itMount Everest is often called the tallest mountain. However, this depends on how you measure. Mount Chimborazo in Ecuador is farthest from ...03 Jun, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
- US diplomat calls for international collaboration in tourism, safer expedition in Nepal HimalayasUS Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah B Rogers also advocated the use of new technology in the adventure and mountaineerin...31 May, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
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