Why putting a spoonful of this ingredient in vases keeps flowers upright and hydratedKeep your beautiful bouquets fresh for longer with a simple kitchen hack. A mix of sugar and apple cider vinegar in water provides energy a...
29 May, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Philosophy lesson for the day: 'Nothing ever ends poetically. It ends and we turn it into poetry. All that blood was never once beautiful. It was just red...' - Why trauma and suffering are often romanticised by peopleThe philosophy lesson of the day revolves around a widely shared quote by poet Kait Rokowski that challenges the way people perceive pain a...
28 May, 2026, 10.43 PM IST
In 1933, a lab worker trying to clean a beaker found a stubborn green film, and it wasn't just residue: It changed what kitchens and shipping could wrap.In a 1933 laboratory accident, a peculiar sticky green slime was discovered, which would eventually evolve into Saran Wrap. Initially dismi...
25 May, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsFor the next few weeks, what needs to be watched is market breadth. And also look at which sectors are leading the rally. Why? Because, at ...
22 May, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
Quote of the Day by philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer: 'The safest way of not being very miserable is…'—Inspiring quotes by the 'philosopher of pessimism'German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer's profound quote offers a timeless perspective on happiness and misery. He believed that excessive e...
15 May, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
I-Beauty! After J, K and C, now it's India's turn in the big beautiful marketIndia's beauty industry is emerging as a global force, blending Ayurvedic heritage with modern science to create "I-beauty." With rising ex...
14 May, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
ET Women Conclave 2026 spotlights leadership, reinvention, and powerful conversationsThe ET Women Conclave 2026 celebrated inspiring leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers with dialogues on authenticity, wellness, and impa...
12 May, 2026, 08.28 PM IST
Tick-safe backyard checklist: 7 Normal things that quietly turn your yard into a tick magnetYour backyard might be a tick haven. Moisture, leaves, and shaded spots create ideal conditions. These small creatures thrive in yard edges...
12 May, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
The Parthenon was never meant to be pure white: scientists found traces of ancient paint hidden on the marbleAncient Greece, long perceived as a realm of gleaming white marble, is being re-evaluated. Scientific advancements, particularly through in...
11 May, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
Why Some Parents in Finland Want Their Kids to Play in Dirt AgainA Finnish study transformed daycare playgrounds into biodiverse natural habitats, replacing traditional equipment with soil, plants, and fo...
11 May, 2026, 03.30 AM IST
Found Tiny White Balls in Mulch? Here’s Why Experts Say Don’t Touch Them YetUnusual white, soft objects in mulch may not be snake eggs, as many backyard creatures leave similar traces. Reptile eggs, unlike bird eggs...
09 May, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
Your long fingernails can finally stop being a smartphone nightmareLong nails often make touchscreen use a challenge. Researchers are developing a conductive nail polish, incorporating compounds like taurin...
08 May, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
The zero-cost jewelry organizer hiding in your trash can right nowA viral social media trend offers a free, DIY jewelry organizer using recycled toilet paper rolls and a cardboard box. This project, covere...
08 May, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
Quote of the day by Immanuel Kant: '3 rules for happiness are: something to do, someone to love, something to hope for...' - The simple formula to live a happy life revealed by German philosopherImmanuel Kant was a major German philosopher known for his work on reason, morality, and human understanding. The quote of the day from him...
07 May, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
How to clean a ceiling fan without a ladder: A smart, quick methodDust on ceiling fans impacts health and efficiency. Research shows accumulated dust reduces airflow and stresses motors. A simple pillowcas...
22 Apr, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
How to remove grease from kitchen cabinets easily: A soap-based method that cuts buildup fastGreasy kitchen cabinets, a common nuisance, can be effectively tackled with a simple, science-backed method. Dish soap, acting as a surfact...
22 Apr, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Hidden pipes, sandstone walls: How our ancestors kept interiors cool without AC, fanAncient Indian architecture employed ingenious, nature-based cooling systems long before modern technology. Structures like Lotus Mahal and...
19 Apr, 2026, 10.18 AM IST