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In 2015, Indonesia's devastating El Niño fires burned 2.6 million hectares and sent toxic haze across Southeast Asia. 11 years later, restoration efforts had helped cut burned peatland area by 70% in 2023 compared with 2019, showing the value of rewetting- Since 2025, University of Manchester researchers modelled 2,300 urban canal sections across Great Britain and Ireland. Now, the study shows canals can lower nearby temperatures by as much as 2.3°C during heatwaves
- In 1913, the Army Corps launched construction of Troy's Federal Dam, using engineers experienced on the Panama Canal. 113 years later, the lock and dam still supports New York's Hudson River navigation and remains a landmark of American engineering
- Harry Potter fans pushed a $580 million undersea power cable to change course, protecting Dobby’s fan-made memorial on a Welsh beachA heartfelt tribute to the beloved character Dobby unexpectedly influenced a significant infrastructure project in Wales. Following revelat...14 Aug, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- Nigel Farage wins Clacton by-election, but trash-can challenger exposes cracks in Reform momentumNigel Farage secured his parliamentary seat in the Clacton by-election. A comedian's significant vote share highlighted challenges for Fara...14 Aug, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
- How Britain's mapmakers track climate changeOrdnance Survey maps, once for defense, now track climate change impacts. Detailed mapping helps identify flood and wildfire risks across B...14 Aug, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Bill Bryson: ‘Take a moment from time to time to remember that you are alive…’ - A powerful reminder to appreciate the extraordinary fact of existenceBill Bryson quote of the Day: Bill Bryson captures an inspiring truth about our existence, urging us to marvel at the unlikelihood of life ...14 Aug, 2026, 09.41 AM IST
- Britain and France swelter again as western Europe is hit by another heat waveBritain recorded its hottest day of the year with temperatures reaching 38.1 degrees Celsius. Western Europe is experiencing its fifth heat...13 Aug, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
- From 2011 cricket triumph to hockey World Cup: Paddy Upton wants India to 'arrive as champions'Mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton stresses the need for a champion mindset before the World Cup. He highlights team dynamics and prepar...13 Aug, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
- UK economy unexpectedly grows by 0.3% in June, ONS saysBritain's economy saw unexpected growth in June, with gross domestic product rising. The economy expanded by 0.4% during the second quarter...13 Aug, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
- Ship pays $4 million to skip line to cross Panama CanalWhile typical transits through the waterway are paid by a flat rate via reservations, the Panama Canal Authority also offers customers an a...13 Aug, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
- In 2000, the American West entered a megadrought that became its driest stretch in roughly 1,200 years. Years later, it left major lakes and reservoirs majorly depleted, with some losing enough water to expose miles of lakebedSeveral major North American lakes are experiencing significant water level declines. Drought, warming temperatures, and increased water de...13 Aug, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
- Putin says Russia will start seizing European vessels if its ships targetedThe comments, which Putin made as he oversaw navy drills in Russia's far east, come as the EU tries to ratchet up pressure on Russia's so-c...12 Aug, 2026, 09.08 PM IST
- Trump's secret flight isn't the first: How Bill Clinton used a decoy plane to secretly enter Pakistan in 2000In a twist of presidential travel, Donald Trump allegedly used a catering truck for a clandestine flight from Turkey to Britain, echoing Bi...11 Aug, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
- Happiness Habit of the day by F Scott Fitzgerald: ‘It was only a sunny smile, and little it cost in the giving…’ What the American author of The Great Gatsby teaches about happiness and kindnessF. Scott Fitzgerald’s quote about a “sunny smile” highlights how small acts of kindness can brighten someone’s day. Comparing a smile to mo...11 Aug, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
- Batten down, ride out shipping stormShips are increasingly steering clear of the Suez Canal, resulting in port congestion and longer shipping times than usual. Driven by elect...10 Aug, 2026, 11.09 PM IST
- In 1957, the US launched a bizarre plan to use nuclear bombs to dig canals and build harbours. It ended in 1977 after 27 testsProject Plowshare aimed to revolutionize construction by utilizing nuclear explosions for large-scale projects such as canals and harbors. ...10 Aug, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
- Gen ji, and the great phonological divideRaj Kundra's advice to Gen Z Indians highlights cultural and linguistic divides. The Sanskrit alphabet lacks a 'z' sound, impacting compreh...09 Aug, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
- Code Name Silver: The Indian spy who played 5 sides in World War IIKnown by the British codename “Silver”, Talwar operated across German, Italian, Soviet, British and Japanese intelligence networks while ma...07 Aug, 2026, 09.38 PM IST
- US is set to import most Middle East crude since Iran war beganUS crude imports from the Middle East are reaching their highest levels since the Iran war began. This surge is driven by a brief Strait of...06 Aug, 2026, 10.27 PM IST
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