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In 1907, a lawyer worried about shared water cups helped push a disposable paper cup into daily American life- In 1920, a husband’s homemade fix for his wife’s finger cuts led to the adhesive strip revolution in everyday medicine that changed how people treat cuts and scrapes
- Why experts recommend spraying vinegar around your toilet every week
- Your fridge could be making you sick: Experts explain how to correctly store food in your refrigeratorAs temperatures rise, the FSSAI warns of common fridge storage mistakes increasing food poisoning risks. Proper separation of raw and cooke...18 May, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Pulitzer winning ‘The Grapes of Wrath’ author John Steinbeck: ‘It's so much darker when a light goes out than it would…’ – on loss and memoryQuote of the day: John Steinbeck's profound quote highlights how the absence of something once bright causes deeper pain. The article explo...11 May, 2026, 01.26 PM IST
- Why a Simple Soak Can Make Your Faucet Feel New AgainA small, often overlooked faucet part, the aerator, can cause significant water flow problems. Mineral deposits and debris clog its filter,...06 May, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
- One daily habit, multiple diseases avoided: Doctors advice doing this routine properly as wrong method can be harmfulA simple daily habit like handwashing continues to play a major role in preventing multiple infections, even in today’s advanced medical wo...04 May, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
- Holding pee, eating quickly, hot showers? Harvard-trained doctor shares 8 common daily habits quietly damaging your healthA Harvard-trained gastroenterologist has identified eight common daily habits that could be silently impacting your health. From holding yo...02 May, 2026, 09.01 PM IST
- How Long Cooked Chicken Really Lasts in the Fridge Before It Turns RiskyCooked chicken leftovers can be deceiving. Experts warn that appearance and smell do not indicate spoilage. Bacteria can grow even when foo...28 Apr, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
- Why Your Kitchen Sponge Might Be Making Everything Smell WorseYour kitchen sponge, a cleaning essential, harbors billions of bacteria. Research reveals these porous tools become microbial hotspots, bre...18 Apr, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
- These Are the Dirtiest Spots You’re Ignoring in HomeScience reveals that common household items like kitchen sponges, refrigerator handles, and remote controls harbor more bacteria than toile...13 Apr, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
- You’re Probably Using Your Bath Towel Longer Than You Should, And It Might Be Dirtier Than It FeelsYour bath towel, often perceived as clean, can quickly become a breeding ground for bacteria after just a few uses. Experts recommend washi...11 Apr, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
- 7 Cleaning Mistakes That Are Actually Making Your Home DirtierMany cleaning habits actually make homes dirtier. Experts reveal common mistakes like cleaning from the bottom up and reusing dirty tools. ...10 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
- You Use This Coffee Cup Every Day But Are You Cleaning It Right? Here’s the CatchYour daily coffee cup might be a breeding ground for harmful bacteria and mold. Studies reveal that even a quick rinse is insufficient to r...09 Apr, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
- This Everyday Kitchen Sponge Can Hold More Bacteria Than A Toilet Seat; Here’s Why It HappensYour kitchen sponge may be dirtier than a toilet seat. Scientific studies reveal sponges are breeding grounds for billions of bacteria. Thi...09 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
- You’re Probably Using Your Bath Towel Longer Than You Should, And It Might Be Dirtier Than It FeelsYour bath towel, often perceived as clean, can quickly become a breeding ground for bacteria after just a few uses. Experts advise washing ...08 Apr, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
- The Overlooked Kitchen Surface Where Bacteria Spreads FastestYour kitchen sponge may be dirtier than you think. Scientific studies reveal sponges are a breeding ground for bacteria, spreading germs li...06 Apr, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
- Dettol launches new campaign celebrating a mother's instinct to protectDettol launches an emotion-led campaign celebrating a mother’s instinct to protect. Conceptualised by Prasoon Joshi, the film highlights De...03 Apr, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
- This 5 Minute Sunday Bathroom Routine Keeps It Clean All WeekA five-minute Sunday bathroom cleaning routine effectively controls germs and promotes a healthier home, according to environmental health ...02 Apr, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
- IISC-Bangalore develops 'green' tech to rid air filters of germsA research team led by Prof Suryasarathi Bose and Prof Kaushik Chatterjee at Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, has developed a...20 Dec, 2022, 04.18 PM IST
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