Psychology explains why some people are terrified before flying, and it may have less to do with the plane itselfPsychology suggests intense pre-flight anxiety, or aviophobia, is strongly linked to past stressful experiences and burnout. A 2024 study f...
26 Jun, 2026, 08.34 AM IST
Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran warThe Pentagon is seeking an additional $80 billion, primarily for the ongoing conflict with Iran, adding to President Trump's substantial de...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.57 AM IST
In 1879, an inventor kept a carbon-filament bulb glowing for hours, and electric light began changing life after darkThomas Edison's 1879 breakthrough with a long-lasting carbon filament bulb revolutionized electric lighting, moving it from experimental to...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
Quote of the day by Anna Wintour: ‘Those who want things always to stay the same are not…’ Visionary Vogue leader advocates staying open to changeAnna Wintour, a global fashion icon, transformed American Vogue. Her career highlights the importance of adapting to change. Wintour champi...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
EU clears significant hurdle in negotiations for a groundbreaking US tariff deal, paving the way for future tradeThe European Parliament gave a final sign off on Tuesday to a tariff deal with the United States as the EU seeks to close a volatile chapte...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
A huge breakthrough in the Nancy Guthrie case: Did a cybersecurity firm just uncover a digital trail to her kidnappers? Here's what you need to knowA former FBI agent has labelled a new development in the Nancy Guthrie case a significant breakthrough. A cybersecurity firm has suggested ...
14 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
India's weight-loss drug boom raises questions over healthcare prioritiesIndia's market for cheaper anti-obesity drugs has surged tenfold. While demand is high, especially among those with diabetes, concerns abou...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
Global rice production was 713 million tonnes per year during 2006-2015, saw growth: StudyGlobal rice production saw significant growth from the 1960s to the 2010s. This increase was primarily due to management decisions such as ...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
In 1888, a doctor’s daughter tired of body odor turned cream into a personal fix, and deodorant became part of modern routineBack in 1888, a groundbreaking cream named Mum made waves in the world of personal care, tackling the age-old issue of body odor. This inno...
12 Jun, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
Quote of the day by Charlie Munger: 'You are not going to get very far in life based on what you already know...’; famous investor shares lessons on learning or growthLegendary investor Charlie Munger emphasized that future progress hinges on continuous learning, not just past knowledge. He advised gradua...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
US services activity heats up in May, beating expectations: SurveyUS services sector activity expanded in May, exceeding expectations with the ISM index at 54.5%. While business activity and new orders gre...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.40 PM IST
In 1937, a chemistry student tasted something sweet on a cigarette, and this led to a sweetener that changed diet foods industryA lab accident in 1937 led to the discovery of cyclamate, an artificial sweetener. It quickly became popular for low-calorie products. Late...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
Chinese humanoids are one step closer to IPOsChina’s robotics sector is gearing up for a wave of IPOs as the country positions itself at the forefront of the next phase of AI. Unitree ...
02 Jun, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Employee pulled into a 40-minute unpaid crisis at 9:47 PM by a single "quick" message from the manager; their public vow to never answer another late-night ping struck a nerve with thousands of burnt-out employees onlineAn employee's after-hours work request led to a viral Reddit post, highlighting the widespread issue of unpaid, off-the-clock labor. Resear...
02 Jun, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Scientists discover hydrogen breakthrough that could cut energy costs and reshape clean fuel productionUniversity of Birmingham researchers have developed a novel low-temperature method for hydrogen production, significantly reducing heat req...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.45 AM IST
“Just mark my words”: Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's stark warning on AI-driven layoffs, says 'ideology won't survive reality'Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei predicts AI's profound impact on jobs will force political unity on worker support measures. He believes ideolog...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
ABC confirms Reuters executive Simon Robinson as new News Chief amid Senate scrutinyAustralia's national broadcaster has a new news chief, Simon Robinson from Reuters. This appointment follows intense questioning of ABC exe...
28 May, 2026, 03.09 PM IST