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In 1961, a Yale psychologist had ordinary people deliver 450-volt shocks to strangers: 65% obeyed, rewriting how we understand authority- Burnt bones from Wonderwerk Cave suggest early humans used fire deep inside caves up to 1.8 million years ago
- Loneliest people in the world are not the elderly sitting alone at home; according to a survey across 142 countries, they are adults in their 20s
- In the 1950s, Swiss farmers intensified and mechanized their fields; nine decades of records now reveal an unexpected divide: butterflies are still struggling, while forest beetles have fully bounced backButterflies and beetles are disappearing at an alarming rate. A Swiss study reveals significant butterfly losses since 1930, linked to farm...15 Jun, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
- Psychology suggests the grandparent who wraps leftovers for everyone isn’t fussing; they’re turning care into something tangible, because some generations learned love lands best when it can be carried homeGrandparents often express love through practical help like sending food. Research shows this instrumental support boosts their mood. These...14 Jun, 2026, 07.36 PM IST
- In 1991, hikers in the Alps saw a body in melting ice and found Europe’s oldest known natural human mummy, “Ötzi the Iceman.”The year 1991 marked a pivotal moment in archaeological history when Ötzi the Iceman was uncovered in the Alps. This astonishingly preserve...08 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
- 14,400 years ago, five people and a canid entered an Italian cave using pine twigs for lightScientists have uncovered how prehistoric humans explored deep caves nearly 14,400 years ago. A group of five people and their dog navigate...08 Jun, 2026, 03.15 PM IST
- Psychology suggests people who keep learning into their 60s and 70s aren't just filling time; they may be feeding curiosity in a way that helps memory stay engagedNew research reveals older adults remain curious and learn for psychological reasons. Curiosity boosts memory and learning across all ages....04 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
- This 121-million-year-old bird had tail feathers twice its body length just to get a datePaleontologists have discovered Plumadraco bankoorum, a new species of bird from 121 million years ago in China. This "feather dragon" poss...03 Jun, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
- Psychology says older couples who retell the story of how they met aren't just repeating themselves, they are often strengthening shared identity through co-reminiscenceLong-term couples often revisit shared memories, not just for nostalgia, but to maintain connection, meaning, and identity. This practice, ...02 Jun, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
- In 2024, a horned dinosaur skull with an extraordinary crown was found in Montana, and it reshaped what scientists knew about prehistoric North AmericaA strange dinosaur skull found in Montana is rewriting dinosaur history. Named Lokiceratops, this horned dinosaur had unique, uneven headge...30 May, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
- Dinosaurs found frozen mid-sleep after prehistoric ash burial similar to PompeiiA dramatic volcanic eruption in ancient China 120 million years ago unleashed superheated ash and gas. This deadly event, similar to Pompei...28 May, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
- Why do cats push objects off edges on purpose?Cats push objects off surfaces not out of spite, but as a scientific experiment to understand cause and effect through physical interaction...22 May, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
- Archaeologists discovered a lost prehistoric corridor of 8,000-year-old human and animal footprints along the UK coast, revealing a vanished ecosystemAncient footprints are emerging from the sands of Formby Beach in England. These tracks reveal humans and animals like wolves and deer walk...22 May, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
- LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner says these 3 sentences can turn around an underperforming employeeManagers often delay addressing underperforming employees. This costly mistake can be avoided. Former LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner suggests hon...22 May, 2026, 03.33 PM IST
- Scientists just cracked a mystery that's puzzled researchers for centuries; why are 90% of humans right-handed?Why are 90% of humans right-handed? A new study published in PLOS Biology suggests that human right-handedness may have evolved because of ...19 May, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
- Pompeii victim was likely a Roman physician who fled Vesuvius with his medical kit still in handArchaeologists in Pompeii discovered a physician who died attempting to escape Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, taking his medical kit. Modern tech...19 May, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
- Why are 90% humans right-handed? Scientists finally find a fascinating answerScientists have uncovered a new theory for why most humans are right-handed. A major study suggests upright walking and a rapidly expanding...19 May, 2026, 07.06 AM IST
- A newly found snake species survives predators by disguising its tail as a second headScientists have discovered a new snake species in China's Guangxi region. This tiny snake, named Calamaria incredibilis, has a tail that lo...18 May, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
- What is Americans’ favorite exercise? New study reveals a surprising trend in fitness habitsWalking is widely regarded as the simplest and most sustainable form of physical activity, requiring no equipment or gym access while fitti...14 May, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
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