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In 1900, 3 lighthouse keepers vanished from Scotland's distant Flannan Isles. 126 years later, no definitive account explains exactly what happened to the men- In 1766, British physicist isolated and described hydrogen triggering the evolution of science and modern green technology: What Henry Cavendish discovered?
- Henry Ford owned more than 2,000 acres around his Michigan home. The estate later became a national historic landmark
- In 1704, Alexander Selkirk was marooned on a Pacific island for over 4 years. 15 years later, Daniel Defoe published Robinson Crusoe, making his survival story a classicAlexander Selkirk was a Scottish sailor whose extraordinary experience of isolation became closely connected with Daniel Defoe’s famous nov...30 Aug, 2026, 12.15 AM IST
- Robert Downey Jr. wears $1.1 million Jacob & Co. watch with no hands: 542 diamonds, two floating rubies and twin triple-axis tourbillons reveal the time in motionRobert Downey Jr. wore a $1.1 million Jacob & Co. Mystery Triple Axis Flying Tourbillon at Disney’s Legends ceremony. The dazzling 44mm wat...29 Aug, 2026, 09.57 PM IST
- Dolly the sheep was named after Dolly Parton, but do you know the reason? Here’s how the world’s first adult-cell clone got its name from the country music legendDolly the sheep made headlines in 1996 when she became the first mammal to be cloned from an adult somatic cell using a technique called so...26 Aug, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
- In 1969, three NASA astronauts abroad Apollo 10 flew incredibly close to the Moon. They had a lunar module a working descent engine but weren't allowed to landDuring the Apollo 10 mission, astronauts soared just nine miles above the Moon's surface, meticulously testing lunar module systems and lan...24 Aug, 2026, 09.46 PM IST
- A Scottish inventor patented an image-transmission machine in 1843. More than a century later, it would become the office fax machineA Scottish inventor patented an image-transmission machine in 1843. More than a century later, the technology would evolve into the fax mac...24 Aug, 2026, 08.17 PM IST
- Hollywood OTT releases this week: From Lanterns to Toy Story 5, 8 new releases you can’t missThis week's streaming lineup is packed with thrilling options for every kind of viewer. Enjoy a unique superhero detective journey in Lante...21 Aug, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
- In 1919, German crews sank their own fleet at Scapa Flow. 100 years later, its steel became prized by industry for being radioactive-freeIn 1919, German crews deliberately sank much of their surrendered fleet at Scapa Flow rather than allow the ships to be divided among the A...18 Aug, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
- Laurie MacDougall Sookraj makes history as only Canadian woman to lift Scotland’s 733-pound Dinnie Stones after first failed attempt and a year of gruelling training. Watch videoLaurie MacDougall Sookraj has made history at the Aboyne Highland Games by successfully lifting the renowned Scotland’s 733-pound Dinnie St...17 Aug, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Charles de Gaulle: ‘One must wait until the evening to see how splendid the day was; one cannot judge life until death.' ; life lesson on how not to take life for granted by French statesmanLife can’t be ascertained as to how fruitful it was when we are living it. A wisdom imparted by French statesman Charles de Gaulle speaks o...16 Aug, 2026, 10.31 PM IST
- Best baby boy names for 2026 with their meanings: These charming C names could be perfect for your little oneParents seeking baby boy names for 2026 have many C options. Popular choices include Carter, Caleb, Cooper, Colton, and Cameron. Modern and...14 Aug, 2026, 01.57 AM IST
- In 1847, a Scottish obstetrician showed the world the use of a vital medicine while helping women during childbirth and making surgeries safe and painless, changing the course of medical science foreverIn 1847, a Scottish obstetrician showed the world the use of chloroform as an anaesthetic during childbirth and surgery. Sir James Young Si...13 Aug, 2026, 02.46 AM IST
- Tata Sons’ IPO can take a page from a Hong Kong titanTata Sons faces a mandatory stock market listing due to regulatory pressures. The company's holding structure creates shareholder tension a...12 Aug, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
- Billionaire Ian Wace bought a $2.2 million Scottish island in 2017. Now, his $135 million Tanera Mòr revival has restored 50+ buildings, planted 100,000 trees and rebuilt a lost communityBillionaire hedge fund manager Ian Wace bought Scotland’s remote Tanera Mòr island for about $2.2 million in 2017, when its historic buildi...12 Aug, 2026, 07.29 PM IST
- Wednesday Motivation by Arthur Conan Doyle: 'What you do in this world is a matter of no consequence. The question is what can you make people...' - The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes author's life lesson on the power of perceptionArthur Conan Doyle brilliantly illustrates the significance of perception, suggesting it often outweighs the actual actions taken. His icon...12 Aug, 2026, 08.40 AM IST
- In 1839, a Scottish blacksmith invented the first rear-wheel-driven vehicle which set the world in motion and laid the foundation of modern transportIn 1839, a Scottish blacksmith invented the first rear-wheel-driven vehicle which set the world in motion and laid the foundation of modern...11 Aug, 2026, 11.12 PM IST
- Metal detectorists found one Bronze Age gold torc in an English field; then unearthed two more, with the rare trio expected to be worth hundreds of thousandsWhile metal detecting in a serene countryside field, two friends stumbled upon three remarkable gold torcs, valued at over $400,000. Dating...11 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- King Charles stepping away from the spotlight? Why the monarch is retreating to Balmoral as the royal family's cherished Scottish estate closes to visitorsKing Charles is stepping away from the spotlight for his annual summer break at Balmoral Castle as the royal family's cherished Scottish re...10 Aug, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
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