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In 1901, workers discovered the ‘Ivory Bangle Lady’ in England. Modern science later revealed her true originsThe excavation of a Roman-era grave in York unveils insights into a woman's wealth and societal standing, illustrated by the luxury artifac...- A dried lakebed in Africa's Chad sends 27.7 million tonnes of dust across 5,000 km of Atlantic Ocean each year, carrying phosphorus that helps sustain the Amazon rainforestThe Amazon rainforest has a surprising lifeline. Each year, about 27.7 million tonnes of Sahara dust travel nearly 5,000 kilometres from Ch...
- African proverb of the day: ‘A happy man marries the girl he loves. A happier man loves the girl he married’ - A timeless wisdom on how commitment is the foundation to everlasting romanceAfrican proverb of the day: Today's African proverb shows that true fulfillment emerges when our choices evolve into steadfast commitment. ...
- A Florida homeowner swapped lawn grass for old soaked cardboard, mulch and native plants without digging up the lawn; the result was a low-maintenance front yard ecosystem where pollinators, birds, edible plants and people could coexistA Florida homeowner transformed a conventional grass-covered front yard without removing the existing lawn. The project used soaked cardboa...
- During research, Czech scientists built microscopic cleanup robots from 2 materials and tested them against plastic pollution. Now, the moving swarms remove about 94% of polystyrene and 89% of PET from contaminated waterCzech scientists have developed microscopic cleanup robots designed to capture microplastics in contaminated water and soil. Built from lay...
- 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...
- In the 1930s, just 9 to 20 foreign ant queens apparently stowed away on a ship; their descendants now infest more than 367 million U.S. acresA few fire ant queens arriving in Mobile, Alabama, in the 1930s established a widespread infestation. These invasive insects now infest ove...
- 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 ...
- 90 million years ago, Antarctica had a temperate forest just 900 kilometers from the South Pole despite months of darkness. 90 million years later, scientists found its roots, pollen and spores preserved in seafloor sediment beneath today's frozen continentAncient West Antarctica hosted a temperate rainforest approximately ninety million years ago. Fossil roots and pollen indicate dense vegeta...
- Urea import costs ease as India's fertiliser subsidy bill pressure set to easeIndia's new urea tender is expected to secure the nutrient at lower prices. Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers received bids significantly...
- 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...
- Aluminium foil hack to clean kitchen cabinet shelves: How this simple trick works, benefits and the right way to use it for easier cleaningKitchen cabinet shelves often attract dust and sticky residues, turning cleaning into a difficult task. However, a clever hack using alumin...
- African proverb of the day: ‘Who says the oasis in the desert is happy because of its hidden spring of water? '; life lessons on how not to judge others by appearances and be content with what you haveIt is extremely easy to go green with envy and think about how lucky some people are and how they are God’s favourite. However, an old Afri...
- Ceiling fan cleaning tips? Try these simple and affordable home cleaning tricks to remove stubborn dust, dirt and grease from fan bladesCeiling fans can gather dust over time, necessitating routine cleaning to ensure a comfortable environment. An old pillowcase is a clever t...
- Aluminium foil hack to clean kitchen drawers: How this simple trick helps keep utensil drawers clean, dust-free and easier to maintainUsing aluminum foil to line kitchen drawers can drastically ease your cleaning routine. This smart tactic captures crumbs and food particle...
- In 1977, California removed the last herbivores from San Miguel Island after years of overgrazing. Decades later, the barren landscape produced a stunning ecological comeback, transforming into an island covered with native vegetationSan Miguel Island tells a powerful conservation story. Once called a “barren lump of sand,” the 9,500-acre California island suffered more ...
- Wrapping aluminium foil around a broom: Why people are swearing by this unusual cleaning hackWrapping aluminium foil around a broom: A new cleaning hack involves wrapping aluminium foil around a broom. This trick aims to reduce stat...
- Put down the screwdriver; a forked hand weeder can help remove gravel driveway weeds below the crownGravel driveways often see a rapid resurgence of weeds because their roots hide beneath the surface. For successful removal, use a speciali...
- African proverb of the day: 'Money can’t talk, yet it can make...' - this inspiring South African saying teaches life lessons on money, influence, power, character and how wealth can change the way people see the truthAfrican proverb of the day: Wealth can shape perceptions, making falsehoods seem convincing to many. Money's influence can cause people to ...
- In 2009, scientists suggested ancient Greeks chose temple sites based on the ground beneath themA groundbreaking study has found that numerous ancient Greek temples in Sicily are primarily aligned with the sun's rise, setting them apar...
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