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Greek proverb of the day: 'Take an old man's counsel and an experienced man's...' - inspiring life lessons on how experience and advice from elders can shape a better future for you- This ‘dinosaur tree', which survived for 90 million years was found growing in a hidden canyon in Australia
- Quote of the Day by German-American supermodel Heidi Klum: “Some people are born skinny, and that's… – Inspiring lessons on perception, body shaming, appearance and why you should avoid harmful judgments based on looks by the global fashion icon known for her deep insights into self-acceptance and challenging beauty stereotypes
- Five cows abandoned on a remote island for 130 years survived against the odds, and their DNA revealed whyScientists uncover hidden history of abandoned cows: A tale of survival unfolded on Amsterdam Island, where five abandoned cattle in 1871 d...25 Jun, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
- World’s loneliest tree: A plant reduced to a single wild survivor is making an unexpected comebackWorld's loneliest tree making a comeback: A beacon of hope shines for 'Dendroseris neriifolia', a rare tree daisy reduced to a single wild ...25 Jun, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
- In 1950, Australia used a virus as a biological weapon against millions of rabbits; scientists just decoded how they fought back, using DNA from a rabbit that once belonged to Charles DarwinAustralia's 1950 introduction of the myxoma virus to control rabbits backfired as evolution intervened. Scientists, analyzing rabbit DNA ac...25 Jun, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
- Proverb of the Day: “Better to be poor and honest than...” - A powerful life lesson on integrity over wealthProverb of the Day: An Italian proverb, 'Better to be poor and honest than rich and dishonest,' underscores integrity's paramount value ove...25 Jun, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
- Why men die younger than women? Doctor shares five reasons why the male body may fail earlierMen globally face a shorter lifespan, often dying five to seven years earlier than women. Experts point to a confluence of factors, includi...25 Jun, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
- Fatal fall: Scientists found an Australian carnivorous plant that kills through a fatal fall, where pollinators lose their footing and plunge into sticky tentaclesAn Australian sundew, Drosera hookeri, has a peculiar reproductive strategy. Its flowers, designed to attract pollinators like hoverflies, ...24 Jun, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
- Anxious about ageing? Worrying about growing older may actually accelerate the process; here are ways to slow it downWorrying about ageing itself might be accelerating the process, a study on midlife women suggests. Beyond common factors like sun exposure ...24 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
- India nears 50% domestic coal use in import-based power plants, sources sayIndia is significantly boosting the use of domestic coal at power plants previously reliant on imports, aiming to slash costly overseas pur...24 Jun, 2026, 09.07 AM IST
- Regulating charity without stifling it: The case for clearer rulesIndia's charity sector, vital for social needs, faces evolving regulations aimed at transparency. While scrutiny is accepted, current rules...24 Jun, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
- Chinese proverb of the day: 'Scholars are their country's treasure, and the richest ornaments of a...' - inspiring life lessons on knowledge, leadership, national prosperity and why education builds strong societiesChinese proverb of the day: This proverb underscores that true national wealth lies not just in material possessions but in educated minds....23 Jun, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
- Daughters stayed home, sons left: That was the rule in a 9,000-year-old Turkish village, says a 2025 Science paper that sequenced 131 ancient skeletonsAncient DNA from 9,000-year-old Çatalhöyük reveals a surprising social structure. Contrary to common assumptions, men appear to have moved ...22 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
- Proverb of the day: “A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.”Proverb of the day: A timeless Greek proverb reveals that true societal greatness stems from selfless contributions to future generations. ...22 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
- Scanning cancer, up close & personal: A revolution is underway in cancer diagnosisA gene-based test called next-generation sequencing can identify precise mutations, which can then be treated with targeted therapies. Sinc...22 Jun, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
- Live-in relationships are not new: Chhattisgarh’s Muria tribe has been practicing this unique way of choosing life partners for over 1,000 yearsModern relationship trends like cohabitation and partner choice echo ancient Muria tribal practices in Chhattisgarh. Their unique 'Ghotul' ...22 Jun, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
- Psychology says people who hate cilantro aren't picky eaters: Their brains and genes may literally be tasting something differentPsychology suggests that even ordinary disagreements can reveal surprising insights about human behavior. The real story is not about cilan...18 Jun, 2026, 10.52 PM IST
- Indigenous people's way of life holds key to peace in a war-torn world: President MurmuPresident Droupadi Murmu stated that indigenous people's connection with nature offers peace. Their traditions of worshipping earth and tre...18 Jun, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
- Forget the internet, there's a hidden superhighway under your feet, and it's almost a billion Sun trips longForget the internet, there's a hidden superhighway under your feet, and it's almost a billion Sun trips long and scientists have now mapped...17 Jun, 2026, 04.13 AM IST
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