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Why are some mountain trees moving downhill as the planet warms? Scientists may have an answer- Oak Ridge and Tennessee used 3 robotic welding arms to print a 3-by-5-foot steel pressure vessel, tackling America’s forging shortage; the program now targets nuclear parts weighing 10,000 pounds or more
- In 1831, Swedish Navy planted 300,000 oak trees on Visingsö for future warships; when they were ready in 1975, Navy rejected the timber as ships had switched to steel, leaving a forest behind
- Invasive tree of heaven is helping spotted lanternflies spread across US by feeding them its toxic sap; here’s why scientists are using it as a trapThe tree of heaven, an invasive species, facilitates the spread of the spotted lanternfly by providing an abundant source of plant sap. To ...26 Aug, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
- Mexican proverb of the day: “He who gets close to a good tree is sheltered by good shade” a life lesson on choosing good companyMexican Proverb of the Day: “He who gets close to a good tree is sheltered by good shade” uses the image of a tree and its shade to explain...26 Aug, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
- In 2024, Phoenix City Council planned to plant over 27,000 new trees and build 550 new shade structures under a $60 million plan to combat extreme temperaturesIn 2024, Phoenix City Council planned to plant over 27,000 new trees and build 550 new shade structures under a $60 million plan to combat ...26 Aug, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
- Navy to induct second diving support vessel 'Nipun'The Indian Navy will commission its second Diving Support Vessel, Nipun, on August 31, 2026. This specialized vessel will enhance the Navy'...25 Aug, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
- In 1959, Vermont bought Snake Mountain land but not the timber rights. Seven decades later, the state wants to reunite themVermont's initiative to acquire timber rights will lead to the expansion of the Snake Mountain Wildlife Management Area. By adding 256 acre...25 Aug, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
- In 2023, researchers found shade cooled Singapore streets by 0.8°C across 20 sites. Today, vegetation is estimated to save 228 GWh of energy yearlySingapore's trees offer significant cooling benefits for city streets. Shaded areas were found to be cooler, reducing heat stress for peopl...25 Aug, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
- A tiny Yemeni island, Socotra’s strange dragon’s blood trees harvest moisture from fog to survive extreme aridity; 90% of its reptiles and 95% of its land snails are found nowhere else, creating an ecosystem unlike any otherSocotra island boasts unique plants and animals that evolved in isolation. Its dragon's blood trees and cucumber trees store water and have...25 Aug, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
- In 1772, Benjamin Franklin sent Chinese tallow seeds to Savannah, Georgia; the government planted more along the Gulf in 1900, and the tree now covers 185,000 hectaresIn the late 1700s, a shipment of 1772 seeds sparked a significant invasion of non-native trees across southern U.S. forests. The federal pl...25 Aug, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- In 1999, an American teacher gave $5,000 to a Chinese woman fighting a desert. 27 years later, they reunited in tears after her trees grew into a 50,000-tree forestIn 1999, American teacher Ronald Sakolsky gave $5,000 to Chinese environmentalist Yin Yuzhen after seeing her fight against desertification...24 Aug, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
- In 1942, a US Navy aircraft became a ‘ghost ship’ after landing in California with no one inside. Its crew was missing, their parachutes were untouched and the radio still workedIn 1942, two experienced US Navy officers disappeared during a routine antisubmarine patrol off the California coast. Their blimp, L-8, was...24 Aug, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
- In 2021, Alabama started turning discarded Christmas trees into sand dunes: How old festive trees are now helping protect Gulf Coast beachesChristmas trees that were once the focal point of holiday celebrations are now playing a vital role in rebuilding sand dunes along Alabama'...24 Aug, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
- The End of Oak Street OTT release: When and where to watch the sci-fi adventure starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor after theatrical runThe End of Oak Street, starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor, is currently playing in theatres after its August 14, 2026 release. The sc...22 Aug, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
- In 1971, Apollo 14 carried roughly 500 tree seeds around the Moon. 55 years later, a NASA scientist has tracked down dozens of the surviving “Moon trees” still growing across AmericaIn 1971, Apollo 14 carried roughly 500 tree seeds around the Moon. The seeds were planted across America after returning to Earth, but NASA...21 Aug, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
- A UK tenant farmer made environmental changes years ago. In 2024, she helped create England's largest temperate rainforest nature reserveIn a remarkable ecological achievement, Borrowdale, Cumbria, is now home to England's largest temperate rainforest reserve. This initiative...19 Aug, 2026, 04.33 PM IST
- Five generations of one Texas family cared for 1,029 acres of land. In 2005, they handed hundreds of acres over to wildlife instead of developers for protection of 2 species of America's rarest birdsA Texas family chose conservation over development, helping protect 1,029 acres of land cared for by five generations. The Trust for Public...19 Aug, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
- Over 2 years, across Miami-Dade, more than 9,000 trees reveal a hidden journey of heat: Mature canopies can pull temperatures down by 10°F, turning scorching streets into cooler urban spaces for residentsTrees offer significant cooling benefits to urban areas. FIU researchers found that tree canopy coverage can reduce temperatures by ten deg...18 Aug, 2026, 10.23 PM IST
- In 1795, three teenagers found a strange depression on Oak Island. More than 200 years later, the treasure mystery remains unsolvedIn 1795, Oak Island became the center of a captivating treasure hunt that captured imaginations for centuries. Theories sprouting from the ...13 Aug, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
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