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Vinegar and 1/2 cup herbal tea make a floor cleaner; Mississippi State says peppermint adds antibacterial qualities- Why do people keep cardamom in their pocket before stepping out? The surprising reason that has health benefits
- In 2014, ESA astronaut Alexander Gerst wore SpaceTex shirts on the ISS for six months; their fabric data helped inform clothes for future Mars crews
- Mix 1/2 cup vinegar with 2 tbsp pumice instead of powdered cleanser; the gritty homemade mixture can remove stains or polish surfacesNatural ingredients can transform your household cleaning routine into a healthier and eco-friendly practice. With vinegar's proven antibac...15 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- When urine became medicine: How one bizarre scientific discovery reduced death by bacterial penumonia from 18% to less than 1% during World War IIEven though it may seem strange and uncomfortable to extract medications from urine now, this unorthodox method was vital during World War ...13 Sep, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
- Woman at 92 goes viral doing squats, push-ups and says one spice mix found in Indian kitchen has made her limbs stronger than what they were at 60Who says you can’t be active and strong at the ripe old age of 92? The video of a woman in her 90s performing squats has gone viral on Inst...11 Sep, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
- Mix 1 pint lemon-lime soda, 1 pint water, 1 teaspoon mouthwash, and 1–2 drops of dish soap; Missouri Extension says the mix can help cut flowers last up to twice as longRevive your floral arrangements effortlessly with an easy homemade mixture that can make cut flowers bloom longer. Combine flat lemon-lime ...08 Sep, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
- Best pizzas are made from fresh ingredients. 8 pizza herbs and toppings you can grow in your kitchen gardenPlanning to bake a pizza at home? The best pizzas are those which are prepared from fresh ingredients, as frozen, heavily processed vegetab...04 Sep, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
- Monsoon illnesses & flu surge lift drug demandMonsoon illnesses and a significant rise in H1N1 cases are driving a surge in demand for acute therapies and flu vaccines. Sales of anti-in...03 Sep, 2026, 12.30 AM IST
- Not just for chutneys, tamarind is great for keeping your kitchen clean too. 6 ways to get rid of rust and stains using imliTamarind is not just good to eat; it can also help you clean your utensils, basins, and taps – and various other objects made from metals s...30 Aug, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
- In 1940, scientists had no fermentation tanks, so penicillin was grown in hundreds of ceramic vessels modeled on hospital bedpans; the improvised system helped turn Fleming’s discovery into a mass-produced medicineIn 1940, scientists working to develop penicillin faced a major obstacle: they had discovered a potentially lifesaving medicine but lacked ...19 Aug, 2026, 11.26 PM IST
- The tea bag trick for smelly shoes: How to freshen footwear with something simple already in your kitchenTea bags can help absorb moisture and reduce mild shoe odors effectively. Black tea contains tannins which possess natural antibacterial pr...12 Aug, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
- Applying coconut oil to a stuck zipper: Why it can help, and how a thin film lets the teeth move againA common kitchen item, coconut oil, can effectively fix stubborn jacket zippers. Its fatty acid composition allows it to melt easily and cr...11 Aug, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- No cement, only mud: Bengaluru IT engineer’s sustainable home is inspired by the 5 elements of nature. His house blends modernism with mindfulnessIT engineer Raghava Rao Bellamkond built a sustainable home named Panchatathva in Bengaluru. This residence blends modern design with rural...05 Aug, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
- Why people line cutlery drawers with aluminium foil: Does it really help keep utensils clean and protect against scratches?Aluminium foil in cutlery drawer: Lining cutlery drawers with aluminium foil helps reduce silver utensil tarnish. This practice also makes ...29 Jul, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
- 'Honey helps wounds, burns to heal faster': Study finds that it has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory propertiesHoney Wound Healing Properties: Honey has healed wounds since ancient Egypt. Studies now confirm its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory p...27 Jul, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
- In 1928, Alexander Fleming returned from vacation and accidentally discovered penicillin, the medical breakthrough that became the world's most widely used antibioticSir Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin accidentally in 1928 after returning from vacation. Howard Florey and Ernst Chain later develop...23 Jul, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
- India has had a natural, chemical free answer to body odour for thousands of years. It can also cure bad breathe!While Indians splurge a lot on perfumes to battle bad odour and sweat during the stifling summer, India already have a natural anti perspir...18 Jul, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
- Cut down use of mouthwash: It could negate benefits of exercise, trigger high BPThe blood pressure-lowering effect of exercise is significantly reduced when people rinse their mouths with antibacterial mouthwash .07 Sep, 2019, 09.27 AM IST
- Myth buster: Antibacterial soap no better at killing germs than plain soapIf you think that using antibacterial soaps for hand-washing is keeping your family safe, think again!17 Sep, 2015, 06.52 PM IST
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