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In 2024, scientists tested a zigzag-shaped wall prototype; it was up to 3.1°C cooler than a conventional radiative-cooling wall in outdoor testsEngineers have created a groundbreaking zigzag wall that cools itself through a unique design. This structure lowers its temperature by dir...
No AC in shops, no honking on streets, achar with every meal: Filipino woman shares 10 things that surprised her while slow travelling in SikkimA Filipino woman traveller offered an intriguing glimpse into the unique cultural landscape of Sikkim, noting that locals often possess Sou...
17 gallons of Atlantic fog can become drinking water in 24 hours as Morocco’s mountain nets capture moisture above the Anti-Atlas, then gravity carries it downhill to homes where families once walked hours for waterIn southwestern Morocco, Atlantic fog is being transformed into drinking water through a network of specialized mesh nets on Mt. Boutmezgui...
An Australian farmer put sheep beneath solar panels; he reported 15% more wool and green grass surviving through droughtSheep grazing beneath solar panels not only boosts farmer profits but also leads to purer wool. This innovative approach creates shaded env...
Scientists scanned this man's brain and found something extraordinary. These tiny habits made him regarded as 'world's happiest man'Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche shares insightful advice for today's professionals grappling with everyday hurdles. He emphasizes the importance of...
10th-grade student turns coconut husk into a natural filter that can remove microplastics from seawaterA 10th-grade student in Hawaii began with a project to filter polluted seawater using coconut husks. Her research later found naturally occ...
In 2018, the U.S. Air Force signed a 35-year lease for underused Mojave desert land. 8 years later, the site hosts 1.9 million solar panels, turning a historic aircraft testing ground into a massive renewable-energy hubIn 2018, the U.S. Air Force signed a 35-year lease for underused desert land at Edwards Air Force Base in California. What happened next wa...
In 1893, a German mechanical engineer invented a high-efficiency compression-ignition engine originally intended to run on alternative fuels but his invention turned popular years after his demise due to financial troubles: How did Rudolf Diesel changed the world?In 1893, Rudolf Diesel published his design for a compression-ignition engine that aimed to improve engine efficiency and reduce dependence...
SpiceJet passengers face difficult time due to aircraft air conditioning issueSpiceJet passengers experienced discomfort on a Pune-bound flight due to an air conditioning issue. An alternate aircraft was arranged afte...
Vinegar to clean your car windscreen: How to use it correctly, why people do it and does it work?Vinegar on car windscreen: Vinegar possesses acidic properties that can tackle some windshield grime and water marks. However, relying sole...
Defence stocks: Time to change strategy? 18 stocks with downside and upside potential from minus 26% to plus 26%When a stock remains in the red for several months, investors naturally begin questioning the investment. Imagine a shipbuilder remaining w...
Iran's leaders believe a victory is within reach, and that time is on their sideIran believes military pressure will force the United States to accept its control. The nation is betting that time and global energy price...
Hormuz uncertainty pushes landed costs up to 50%, raising risk of higher consumer pricesThe escalating unrest near the Strait of Hormuz is causing a notable spike in shipping expenses for businesses in India. An increase in fre...
Air India plots Sept flight comeback, to add frequencies to New York, Tokyo, MilanAir India will restore most curtailed flights starting September 1. The airline is also adding frequencies on several international routes ...
Iran and the US say a Strait of Hormuz deal is close, but one or both would have to back downIran and Oman are finalizing an agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz. This potential deal could reopen the vital waterway and ease glo...
Purdue University created paint so white that a coated surface stayed 8°F below the surrounding air at noonPurdue University researchers developed an ultra-white paint reflecting nearly all sunlight. This innovative paint keeps surfaces cooler th...
Rs 9 lakh ‘human refrigerator’ from Japan can cool your body faster than traditional ACsIn a bid to combat extreme temperatures, a Japanese firm has unveiled an innovative 'human refrigerator' booth. This cutting-edge stainless...
For those with an investment horizon of over 1 year: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential up to 30%For a while now, the world's risk appetite has been pouring into one story above all others: The AI trade, and into markets most tied to it...
Colonoscopy without consent leads to emergency surgery: Court finds hospital relied on daughter's approval; Kerala woman gets Rs 1 lakhColonoscopy performed without the patient's informed consent at a Thrissur hospital led to a bowel perforation and emergency surgery, a Ker...
Snow storm warning in the middle of summer? Alaska's mountain highway buried under 6 inches of snow, ice, 11-degree wind chills and powerful winds catch drivers off guardSnow storm warning: Northern Alaska is under a rare summer snowstorm warning, as arctic conditions have turned highways hazardous with snow...