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In 2024, University of Chicago researchers turned discarded bio-oil char into graphite; 8 hours of cooling made crystals 5 times thicker and over 15 times wider- Chicago planted a 20,300-square-foot green roof on City Hall; EPA says its surface can be about 100°F cooler than nearby conventional roofs and saves nearly $5,000 in energy each year
- Michael Jordan's $50 million Chicago mansion was sold for just 20% of its value after 12 years. Why buyers stayed away from the 56,000 sq ft, 9-bedroom property
- Demutualisation: The driver behind stock exchange IPOsThe National Stock Exchange has successfully gained regulatory approval for its forthcoming initial public offering, marking a significant ...07 Sep, 2026, 06.33 AM IST
- Asian buyers turn to Australian, Argentine wheat amid Black Sea disruptionsWith disruptions in the Black Sea causing significant challenges, Asian wheat importers are urgently turning to alternative sources, acquir...05 Sep, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Michael Jordan: “Anything can happen if you are willing to put in the work and remain open to the possibility. Dreams are realized by effort” - A life lesson on why effort is the only real shortcut to your dreamsMichael Jordan's legacy is a testament to the power of perseverance and a growth-oriented mindset. He firmly believed that hard work and un...05 Sep, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
- In 1922, Joy Morton turned 175 acres of his Illinois country estate into a tree museum west of Chicago; a century later, the Morton Arboretum spans 1,700 acresThe Morton Arboretum, founded in 1922, conserves biodiversity and enhances climate resilience. This living collection of trees offers signi...03 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
- Not anger or regret: Days after celebrating 4 years at Uber, employee gets laid off, chooses hope for heartbreakUber employee Gabbe L shared that she was laid off just days after celebrating her four-year work anniversary on August 29, following the e...03 Sep, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
- In 2011, ICE Chicago relied on 1 recycling bin for 200 workers; a hybrid system of 4 centers and desk boxes raised recycling to 38% and participation to 85%The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Chicago Field Office enhanced its recycling program. They established four recycling centers a...03 Sep, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
- In 2011, GSA’s Chicago Federal Center joined the green challenge with 6,700 workers. 1 year later, an HVAC overhaul cut natural gas use 25% and saved $140,000 that yearThe Chicago Federal Center found a practical way to reduce energy use. GSA upgraded its HVAC system across the large federal complex. The c...02 Sep, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
- In 1892, engineers began the Chicago Canal to divert sewage using 42 million cubic yards of earth; more than a century later, it may help Asian carp reach the Great LakesIn 1885, Chicago undertook the monumental task of reversing its river flow to safeguard drinking water by rerouting sewage from Lake Michig...02 Sep, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
- A 4.4-billion-year-old Zircon grain found in Western Australia may reveal how early earth took shape – The oldest known terrestrial mineral grain offers clues about earth’s first crust, surface water and the moon’s formationA zircon crystal found in Australia, dating back 4.4 billion years, indicates that early Earth was likely to have been covered in water. Ad...02 Sep, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
- In 2012, Chicago’s Railroad Retirement Board found new life for 3,200 pounds of electronics through reuse and recycling; the effort lifted waste diversion nearly 10%The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board successfully recycled over 3,200 pounds of electronic waste. This achievement was driven by federal prog...01 Sep, 2026, 10.30 PM IST
- Nirmala Sitharaman meets Mondelez, Hyatt executives in Chicago to deepen India presenceFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with Mondelez International and Hyatt executives in Chicago. Discussions focused on expanding their...31 Aug, 2026, 07.56 PM IST
- Sitharaman meets US business leaders, pitches India as investment hubFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met several US business leaders in Chicago. She invited them to explore opportunities within India as a...31 Aug, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
- United Airlines says it will resume Tel Aviv-San Francisco flights in March 2027United Airlines plans to restart its Tel Aviv flights in stages. The New York/Newark route will resume service in September 2026. Flights f...30 Aug, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
- US President Donald Trump to attend 2026 Presidents CupDonald Trump will be the honorary chairman for the 2026 Presidents Cup. He will attend the event scheduled for September 24-27. The competi...30 Aug, 2026, 07.47 AM IST
- FM Sitharaman lands in US for six-day visit for G20 talks and meeting with business leadersFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has begun a six-day US visit focused on boosting investment ties, engaging business leaders and represe...29 Aug, 2026, 06.29 AM IST
- In Chicago, a Shedd Aquarium-backed team built floating gardens, and after years on the Chicago River, they've now spread to Bubbly CreekIn Chicago's Bubbly Creek, innovative floating wetlands are taking center stage in the fight against pollution. These modular systems not o...26 Aug, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
- In 1972, Chicago began digging 110 miles of sewer tunnel up to 300 feet down; 50 years on, the Deep Tunnel has captured more than a trillion gallons of combined sewageChicago's Deep Tunnel project has been a vital safeguard for Lake Michigan over the past fifty years. Initiated in 1972, this impressive 11...26 Aug, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
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