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NATIONAL INVENTORS HALL OF FAME
In the 1960s, Donald Bateman built a cockpit warning system after aircraft kept crashing into terrain; by 1973, the FAA was requiring the technology- In 1914, Black & Decker gave an electric drill the grip and trigger of a pistol; that unusual redesign became the basic shape of nearly every modern drill
- In 1959, Otis Boykin patented a precision resistor designed for greater reliability; his resistor designs later drew interest from IBM and the US military
- In 1825, Boston piano maker Alpheus Babcock replaced part of the wooden frame with one piece of iron; the change let pianos become louder and more powerfulAlpheus Babcock's revolutionary cast iron piano frame marked a pivotal shift in piano craftsmanship and tuning practices. Though initially ...29 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- Donald Trump predicts Cuba and United States will make a dealPresident Donald Trump predicted on Saturday that the US and Cuba will reach an agreement and that he does not think military action will b...26 Sep, 2026, 09.41 PM IST
- Charlie Chaplin spent his final years in exile at a Swiss estate after being barred from returning to the US. It later became a museumOriginally owned by Charlie Chaplin, his Santa Monica property underwent a striking transformation into a studio compound post a devastatin...25 Sep, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- Nisarga Adhikary, who exposed CBSE and US defence flaws, says India’s obsession with exam rank and reward for mugging PCM killing tech talentNisarga Adhikary, the 19-year-old cybersecurity researcher who reported flaws in the CBSE marks portal and US government systems, has criti...24 Sep, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
- A Utah parking lot exposed 150-million-year-old dinosaur fossils. Bones and surrounding rock weighing 3,000 pounds were removed.3,000 pounds of fossils and rock were removed from a Utah parking lot construction site. Paleontologists assessed the excavated remains, an...24 Sep, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
- Darrell Waltrip diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration at 79: What to know about the rare brain disease that can affect language, behavior and personalityDarrell Waltrip, a storied icon of NASCAR, has declared his retirement from the public eye following a diagnosis of Frontotemporal Degenera...24 Sep, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
- 'Boogity! Boogity! Boogity!' NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip diagnosed with cognitive disease; three-time champion ranks fifth on all-time wins list with 84 victoriesDarrell Waltrip, the iconic NASCAR figure, has been diagnosed with frontotemporal degeneration, alongside possible chronic traumatic enceph...24 Sep, 2026, 07.07 AM IST
- How did Chris Spatola die? ESPN analyst, US Army veteran and former Duke staffer dies suddenly at 47How did Chris Spatola die? Chris Spatola, 47, tragically passed away, as reported by Duke University and ESPN. A veteran of the US Army, he...23 Sep, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
- Macron denounces Trump's Gaza diplomacy as spectacle of shame in UN farewellEmmanuel Macron addressed the United Nations, criticizing Donald Trump's claims of peace in Gaza and noting the ongoing humanitarian crisis...23 Sep, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
- Chris Spatola, ESPN college basketball analyst and former Army guard, dies at 47Chris Spatola, age 47, has left us, remembered as a prominent ESPN college basketball analyst and a devoted Army veteran. His journey began...23 Sep, 2026, 07.39 AM IST
- Neil Armstrong's barber collected his hair for years, then sold it to a collector for $3,000Neil Armstrong, renowned for his monumental achievement as the first human to set foot on the Moon, faced an unexpected breach of trust whe...22 Sep, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
- Travis Kelce makes NFL history as Kansas City Chiefs edge Colts 33-30 in overtime; Mahomes, Walker deliverTravis Kelce made NFL history with the most career yards after the catch as the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Indianapolis Colts 33-30 in...21 Sep, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
- In 1940, Frederick McKinley Jones patented a refrigerator tough enough for moving trucks; it changed how fresh meat and dairy could travel long distancesIn 1940, Frederick McKinley Jones revolutionized the transportation of perishables by patenting a refrigeration unit specifically for truck...18 Sep, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
- In 2013, Jay-Z invested about $2 million in Uber; 6 years later, his stake was estimated to be worth around $70 millionGrammy-winning rapper JAY-Z built a vast empire beyond music. His early $2 million Uber investment grew significantly in value. He also fou...17 Sep, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
- In 1928, Otto Rohwedder's bread-slicing machine debuted at a Missouri bakery; within a year, orders outpaced his company's ability to fulfill themAfter sixteen years of relentless development, Otto Rohwedder unveiled the revolutionary automatic bread-slicing machine. This groundbreaki...17 Sep, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- Meet the young inventors aged 6 to 18 who turned unusual ideas into real toy and game prototypes and competed for industry recognition at the 2025 Young Inventor ChallengeThe 2025 Young Inventor Challenge celebrated creativity and innovation among young creators ages 6 to 18. Held during the Chicago Toy & Gam...16 Sep, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
- Alexander Miles, a Duluth barber, patented an elevator door mechanism in 1887; a flexible belt and levers helped automate the shaft and car doorsIn 1887, barber Alexander Miles revolutionized the elevator experience by inventing an automatic door system, ensuring safety and convenien...09 Sep, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
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