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In 1841, Squire Whipple found a cheaper way to build long iron bridges; more than 100 of his designs later crossed America's canals and growing railroad linesIn the early 1800s, Squire Whipple revolutionized bridge engineering with his mathematical approach. His creation, the Whipple truss bridge...
In 1892, Jesse Reno tilted a moving walkway to 25 degrees; four years later, about 75,000 people rode his strange new “inclined elevator” at Coney IslandIn 1892, Jesse Wilford Reno patented a moving conveyor designed to transport people between different levels. His invention was first exhib...
Who is Russian entrepreneur Michael Tseytin who built ‘Stone Palace on the hill’ in New Jersey spanning 32,507 sq ft, with real gold chandeliers and a ballroom?Michael Tseytin, an entrepreneur with Russian roots, has designed an exquisite estate in Saddle River, New Jersey. This remarkable residenc...
Thierry Henry reduces asking price of glass-wrapped Manhattan penthouse in New York City to $25 millionThierry Henry has relisted his Manhattan penthouse in SoHo, New York City for $25 million. The asking price has been reduced by $1.75 milli...
17-year-old Miami scientist Gabriella Rothberg is genetically engineering tomatoes that taste like beef burgers and could provide iron-rich nutritionGabriella Rothberg, a 17-year-old scientist, is working on genetically engineering tomatoes to taste like beef. These tomatoes aim to provi...
Will act to compensate traders' losses if order shutting down CP's Central Park disproportionate: Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court is reviewing the NDMC's decision to close Central Park amid protest plans by the Cockroach Janta Party. Traders are conce...
Chenab railway bridge to open new tourists viewing deck; vistors will see Himalayan peaks from the world’s highest railway arch bridge standing 359 metres above riverbedWorld's highest rail bridge: Indian Railways is setting up a dedicated viewing deck and an engineering museum near the Chenab bridge in Jam...
India needs to bridge gap between patent filing and commercialisation: ExpertsExperts highlight the urgent need for India to boost its research and development efforts, linking innovation directly to economic success....
Anand Mahindra post on 108-year-old engine patented by co-founder J.C. Mahindra, built by company on Founders’ Day goes viralAnand Mahindra announced the successful creation of an engine patented by his grandfather J.C. Mahindra 108 years ago. The engine prototype...
Defence stocks: Time to change strategy in a bearish market? An ecosystem with down and upside potential of -39% to plus 37%The current fall is both at the level of the indices and the broader market. And when the selling is this broad, almost every sector is aff...
Rasayan Labs launches AI-native drug discovery platform at ICT MumbaiIn an exciting development, Rasayan Labs has unveiled a groundbreaking AI-based platform to enhance computational chemistry and drug discov...
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 ...
A-One Steels India allotment likely today: GMP signals 7% listing gain. Here’s how to check statusThe Rs 405-crore A-One Steels India IPO is expected to finalise its share allotment today. Once the allotment is announced, investors will ...
Meghalaya tourism crosses 75,000 livelihoods, eyes year-round growth on World Tourism DayIn celebration of World Tourism Day 2026, Meghalaya is embracing a sustainable tourism model that prioritizes community involvement. This i...
In 1858, American inventor Ezra Warner patented a can opener, replacing the hammer-and-chisel method for the US Army and grocersCanning began in 1795, sparked by a French inventor who aimed to create food preservation solutions for military purposes. By 1858, a Conne...
Built from 1837 to 1842, New York's Croton Aqueduct carried water 41 miles on gravity alone, dropping 13 inches a mile; it supplied the city for 113 yearsSince the launch of the Croton Aqueduct in 1842, the landscape of clean water access has evolved significantly, tackling severe health cris...
Hyundai Motor India opens booking for Bayon at Rs 11,000; check how to book, specifications & moreHyundai Motor India Limited has announced the opening of bookings for the Hyundai Bayon, which features advanced technology. The Bayon incl...
Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk faces investor pressure to find growth beyond weight-loss drugsFacing increased scrutiny, Novo Nordisk must clarify its future strategy outside of its leading weight-loss drug. Investors are advocating ...
Trump says his planned arch would become 'military complex' able to host drones, snipersPresident Donald Trump has announced plans for a grand memorial arch adjacent to Arlington National Cemetery, which will serve as a unique ...
MIT researchers are giving millions of plastic bottles a new life by turning plastic waste into homes, decks and bridges using AI robotsIn a significant development, the Atlas Building Composites, a spinout of Massachusetts Institute of Technology are turning millions of pla...