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Putting a plastic bottle filled with water on your roof: 30+ countries use this unusual trick; here’s what it does and how to use it correctlyPutting a plastic bottle filled with water on your roof: The Moser lamp is a simple invention that uses sunlight to brighten dark indoor sp...- Feet hurting after a long day? This simple health hack could help soothe tired, tight & painful soles at home; Here’s how to do it safelyFrozen water bottle for foot pain: Using a frozen water bottle can be a simple way to soothe tired, achy feet. Rolling it gently under the ...
- What’s really in your fast-food soda? A US study tested over 90 beverages; what they found raises hygiene questionsThe taste of restaurant fountain drinks can vary significantly due to several factors, particularly the cleanliness of the equipment. Studi...
- A Nigerian engineer built his first model house with 14,800 sand-filled plastic bottles; the experiment later grew into 15 houses, including a five-bedroom duplexNigerian engineer Yahaya Ahmed is building homes using thousands of discarded plastic bottles. His initiative has constructed up to fifteen...
- Mix 1/4 cup vinegar and 1 tablespoon cornstarch into 1 quart of warm water; Arkansas Extension says the homemade glass cleaner can help prevent streaksA DIY cleaner for your windows can be crafted using vinegar and cornstarch, ensuring a clear, gleaming finish. This budget-friendly solutio...
- Sweet aromas of nostalgiaA gifted perfume evoked vivid memories of grandmother's puja rituals and autumnal Durga Puja celebrations. Foreign-sounding perfume ingredi...
- Solar panels cut light by 80% in sea cucumber ponds, but what happened to sea cucumbers surprised scientistsSolar panels installed over sea cucumber ponds in China reduced light levels by 80.5% and lowered water temperatures by 1.20°C, according t...
- Don’t throw away your banana peels: This simple banana peel and water trick could give your plants a natural nutrient boostBanana peel, when diluted in water, contains a high concentration of minerals that plants require for optimal development. Likewise, this m...
- No chemicals, only banana peels and water: This simple gardening hack can be a natural fertiliser for your plantsUsing discarded banana peels as a natural fertilizer is an effective way to nourish your plants while being kind to the environment. Homema...
- Nepal has not asked for any compensation from India, says Nepal Foreign MinisterNepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal clarified that Kathmandu has not sought climate compensation from India or other countries following d...
- India has a solar land problem. Its reservoirs may hold the answerIndia's new solar scheme targets floating projects on water bodies. This initiative aims to develop significant solar capacity without usin...
- That third brake light above your rear window isn’t styling; NHTSA says the high-mounted lamp cuts rear-end crashes 4.3 percent and saves $655 million in property damage a yearThe small red lamp, known as the Centre High Mounted Stop Lamp, has significantly decreased rear-end accidents by over four percent. The fe...
- Want your home entrance to smell good? Try this simple water and vanilla essence hack for a sweet, fresh aromaA delightful homemade spray can enliven your home’s entryway with a soothing vanilla aroma. By blending water with vanilla essence, this mi...
- In 1997, NPS installed 3 solar hot-water systems at Oklahoma’s Chickasaw park. 2 years later, the largest system supplied 18,194 kWh annually, replacing electric heatingIn 1997, the National Park Service replaced electric heaters at Oklahoma’s Chickasaw National Recreation Area with three solar hot-water sy...
- Lambs grazing under an Oregon solar farm had 38% less grass than those in an open field, yet gained the same weight as shade made the pasture more nutritiousLambs grazing beneath solar panels at an Oregon State University research farm had access to 38% less forage than lambs in an open pasture,...
- In 2020, researchers tested a self-moistening hydrogel mat under solar panels; it cooled them by at least 10°C and boosted output by up to 19%New research introduces a cooling gel for solar panels. This gel absorbs moisture at night and releases it as vapor during the day. The coo...
- In 2019, UT Austin and Lockheed Martin developed a hydrogel system producing 12 times more water than commercial solar stills. 7 years later, its 3.6 L/h/m² rate remains a striking benchmark in solar purificationSeven years after the original 2019 report, the reported 3.6 liters per hour per square meter remains an interesting benchmark for understa...
- India sends third tranche of relief supplies to NepalIndia has responded generously to the dire situation in Nepal, sending a third relief flight loaded with ten tonnes of supplies. Additional...
- In 2022, MIT researchers built a portable desalination unit that removed particles and salts at once, producing about 0.3 liters per hourMIT scientists created a portable device that turns seawater into safe drinking water. This compact system uses advanced processes to remov...
- 150,000 plastic bottles, 1 floating island: British carpenter built a home from recycled waste. It had internet and even a waterfall. But the place no longer existsRichart Sowa, a visionary British artist, ingeniously built a floating island home named Joyxee Island, made from 150,000 discarded plastic...
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