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New Zealand planted millions of pines for timber more than 175 years ago, but today scientists are spending millions trying to stop them from overrunning native mountains- Portugal in the 20th century planted millions of Australian eucalyptus trees for the paper industry, but scientists now say the country's forests are more fire-prone and far less biodiverse than native woodlands
- South Africa, in the mid-1800s, planted millions of Australian acacias as a dune fix; 180 years later, that decision is costing the country its rivers and ecosystem
- Chile in the 1970s planted millions of Monterey pine and eucalyptus trees for timber, but scientists now say many native forests have been replaced, while streams and wildlife have declinedChile's biodiversity hotspot has witnessed a dramatic native forest decline since 1960, replaced by fast-growing pine plantations. Driven b...03 Jul, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
- Britain in the 1920s planted millions of Sitka spruce trees for timber, but scientists now say the country's forests support far fewer birds, plants, and insects than native woodlandsBritain's vast Sitka spruce plantations, while economically vital, host a surprisingly limited number of species compared to native trees. ...02 Jul, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
- Quote of the day by music icon David Bowie: 'Aging is an extraordinary process whereby you become the person..' ; lessons on how to age gracefully from British music iconMusic legend David Bowie's timeless wisdom encourages embracing aging not as a loss, but as an extraordinary journey of self-discovery. He ...02 Jul, 2026, 08.31 PM IST
- Israel, in the mid-1900s, planted millions of pine trees, and ecologists later found that the Mediterranean shrubs that grew back underneath decided which birds would move inPine forests teeming with birdlife have a secret: it's not the trees, but the undergrowth. A study reveals that dense shrub layers dramatic...02 Jul, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
- Visa launches Payment Passkey in India with IDFC FIRST Bank, online merchantsVisa's 'Payment Passkey' solution, launched in India, aims to enhance digital payment security beyond passwords and OTPs. Leveraging device...02 Jul, 2026, 06.41 PM IST
- Tourists soldier on in Rome despite heatwaveEurope's scorching heatwave is forcing tourists to reconsider their travel plans, with many finding Rome's 36C temperatures unbearable, eve...01 Jul, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
- Institutional demand sparks surge in block deals as promoters book profitsPromoters and large shareholders are cashing in on a stock market rebound, offloading shares worth over ₹24,000 crore in May and June. This...30 Jun, 2026, 05.36 AM IST
- This ‘dinosaur tree', which survived for 90 million years was found growing in a hidden canyon in AustraliaDinosaur tree found in Australia: A 'living fossil,' the Wollemi pine, once thought extinct, was rediscovered in Australia in 1994. This an...26 Jun, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
- Woodsy charm, hot noodles, relaxing vibes: 5 rustic bookstores in Indian hill stations that will take you back in timeDiscover five enchanting bookstores nestled in India's picturesque hill stations, offering a serene escape from urban clamor. From Shimla's...25 Jun, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
- Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on ThursdayIndian markets rallied on Wednesday, with Sensex and Nifty gaining up to 1% amid easing crude prices, supportive global cues and optimism o...24 Jun, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
- Kunal Shah named WhatsApp global CEO as Meta takes $900 million stake in CredMeta enters the cap table of fintech co-valued at $4.5 billion post-money; Miten Sampat is interim CEO. The funding comprises about $400 mi...24 Jun, 2026, 07.31 PM IST
- Meta’s Chris Cox sought Kunal Shah’s WhatsApp advice - then made him leaderMeta Chief Product Officer Chris Cox reached out to Shah directly in the spring, seeking advice on picking the future leader of WhatsApp. C...24 Jun, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
- Bottled-up stress is causing you more damage than you think - A new study suggests silent stress could be quietly stealing older adults' memoriesBottled-up stress, particularly internalized feelings of hopelessness, is silently eroding memory in older Chinese Americans, a Rutgers Hea...24 Jun, 2026, 04.56 AM IST
- Meet Kunal Shah, serial entrepreneur and Meta's pick to lead WhatsAppIndian tech entrepreneur Kunal Shah is set to lead WhatsApp, the world's largest messaging platform, succeeding Will Cathcart. Shah, the fo...22 Jun, 2026, 10.25 PM IST
- Dealmaking stays strong as startup M&A momentum carries into 2026Indian startups are experiencing a surge in M&A exits, particularly in consumer, fintech, and ecommerce sectors, signalling a robust recove...22 Jun, 2026, 08.34 AM IST
- Korean Saying of the Day: “Even a distant pine nut tastes sweet when eaten”. Heartwarming lessons on love, relationships and friendshipsKorean Love Saying of the Day: A Korean proverb, "Even a distant pine nut tastes sweet when eaten," highlights the importance of appreciati...18 Jun, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Chris Pine: 'Fear runs our lives a lot of the time. You can...' Life lessons on vulnerability, choice of action, confronting obstacles, awareness, and why face life head-on to ensure growthQuote of the day by Chris Pine highlights how fear influences daily decisions and personal growth. The quote explains that people always ha...18 Jun, 2026, 04.35 AM IST
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