Science says earthquakes can make the ground behave like a liquid: Why buildings can sink and here’s what happens beneath your feetEarthquakes can cause certain loose, water-saturated soils to behave like a liquid. The soil grains remain solid, but rising pore-water pre...
04 Sep, 2026, 10.21 PM IST
Spanish Franciscan padres in the 1700s brought almond trees to California, but cool coastal weather stalled their growth - eventually, the crop took root inland and helped California produce about 80% of the world’s almond supplyCalifornia's almond industry owes its existence to Spanish missionaries who introduced almond trees in the 1700s, sparking a planting surge...
04 Sep, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
US private credit portfolios show signs of stabilisation in second quarterIn the second quarter of 2026, US private credit portfolios experienced a notable trend of stabilization, despite lenders continuing to mar...
03 Sep, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
PM Modi at SCO: Shun double standards on terror, choose dialogue & diplomacy to resolve conflictsIn a powerful address, Prime Minister Modi called on the SCO to take a firm stand against nations that leverage terrorism for state agenda....
02 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
From the ashes of bear-market: Over 125 smallcap stocks soar up to 300% from 52-week lowsSmallcap stocks have shown a stunning revival after hitting recent lows, with numerous companies experiencing value increases over double t...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
Quote of the day by Denzel Washington: "Put your slippers way under the bed tonight so that when you wake up tomorrow..." — Malcom X, Training Day actor's powerful message on faith, gratitude and humilityDenzel Washington, during his inspirational 2015 commencement address at Dillard University, shared a thoughtful morning ritual of placing ...
01 Sep, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
Planning to move to the US for studies? Here’s what this Indian wants you to knowA Indian man posted a video on social media claiming that the US is no longer a favourable destination for Indian students and professional...
31 Aug, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
FCNR inflows may delay rate hikes, but banks face margin pressure: ReportForeign currency inflows have eased financial conditions for the Reserve Bank of India. This temporary relief allows the central bank to de...
30 Aug, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsGiven the possibility of hostilities resuming in the Gulf region, focus on risk management in the market. Why? Because fresh hostilities wi...
27 Aug, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
Decoding gold rally: Why yellow metal surged 15% in one month and should bullion be in your portfolio?Gold has staged a sharp 15% rally in August after a volatile start to the year, supported by renewed ETF inflows, strong central-bank buyin...
26 Aug, 2026, 08.19 AM IST
In 2003, a businessman bought a 23,000-acre estate to restore it; now it's home to a million trees and red squirrelsBusinessman Paul Lister transformed Scotland's 23,000-acre Alladale estate into a wilderness reserve, planting one million native trees and...
24 Aug, 2026, 06.43 PM IST
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Have money in FDs? Why retail investors should consider 7-7.25% bond yields: Amit SomaniHe believes the current environment offers an opportunity to lock in yields rather than wait for a marginal rise in rates, while investors ...
24 Aug, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
ET World Leaders Forum: Global business rewires for a world of geopolitics, AI and energy shiftsGlobal business executives recognize a significant shift in globalization, focusing now on security and resilience over mere efficiency. Th...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
Gold prices rise for 3rd straight week, hit 3-month high. Can bullion reclaim $5,500 peak?Gold rose 5% this week to nearly $4,603, marking its third consecutive weekly gain, supported by a weaker US dollar, Treasury bond buybacks...
22 Aug, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
In 1990, Utah officials killed more than 99% of the fish in a 17,000-acre reservoir; years later, it became a top trout fisheryIn 1990, Utah wildlife officials took the bold step of using rotenone to eradicate over ninety-nine percent of the fish biomass in the rese...
21 Aug, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Why Jefferies’ Chris Wood sees gold as the second-best hedge amid Iran war and fiscal risksJefferies’ Christopher Wood sees gold as the second-best hedge for investors amid rising geopolitical and fiscal risks linked to the Iran c...
21 Aug, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Global Market: Eurozone bond rout loses steam, but rising oil prices keep investors waryOn Wednesday, yields on Eurozone government bonds saw a slight decline as the U.S. Treasury markets regained stability. However, high oil p...
19 Aug, 2026, 03.25 PM IST