COVID lockdowns accidentally created an experiment scientists could never have deliberately run: What happens when the roads and buildings stay, but the people disappear?The COVID-19 lockdowns accidentally created a rare real-world experiment for scientists, as human activity suddenly dropped while roads, bu...
29 Aug, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
In 2012, Alaska counted 58 pigeon guillemots on Naked Island as mink threatened nests. 11 years later following restoration, their numbers had jumped nearly 400%, reaching 288 birds in 2023Pigeon guillemot numbers on Alaska's Naked Island Group have significantly increased. This recovery followed a multiyear effort to remove i...
29 Aug, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
In 2002, Shattuck Chemical agreed to pay $1.25 million for restoration of South Platte River following years of chemical release. 10 years later, the river was restored for migratory birds and native speciesHazardous substances near Shattuck Chemical Company prompted a settlement for restoration projects. Funds supported habitat improvements al...
28 Aug, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
American eagle vs Canadian goose: How White House tried to portray US power over Canada, but original footage by a Goan photographer told another storyAmerican eagle vs Canadian goose: A photograph of a bald eagle attacking a Canadian goose became an unexpected political symbol after the W...
28 Aug, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
Goa-born Canadian's photos reveal the full story after Trump’s eagle-goose post backfiresA White House photograph intended to show American dominance backfired online. The image depicted a bald eagle struggling against a Canada ...
28 Aug, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
University of Washington scientists trapped a few American crows in 2006 while wearing a caveman mask; birds learned to recognize the threatening face, passed the warning to younger crows, and the response lasted through the population for 17 yearsResearch from the University of Washington highlights the fascinating memory of crows, showing that they can recognize threatening human fa...
28 Aug, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
That tiny arrow beside your car’s fuel gauge isn’t decorative; it tells you exactly which side of the vehicle the gas cap is onA small arrow on the fuel gauge of your vehicle signifies which side the fuel door is located. This innovative idea was born from a Ford de...
27 Aug, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
What to do with old household items? Try these 5 creative DIY reuse ideas to make stylish planters for your homeTransforming old tea cups and coffee mugs into delightful mini planters for succulents adds a unique touch to home decor. Additionally, onc...
27 Aug, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Vinegar cleaning hack for car and bike mirrors: How to spray vinegar on mirrors to remove water spots, dust, dirt and residueDaily exposure to dust and moisture can leave your vehicle mirrors looking less than pristine. Fortunately, a handy vinegar cleaning trick ...
27 Aug, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
Those black dots around your car’s windshield aren’t decoration; the ceramic frit helps protect the adhesive from UV light and reduces heat-related distortionThe small black dots you see on windshields are known as frit, consisting of a ceramic enamel that is fused into the glass. This frit serve...
26 Aug, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
In the late 1800s, California introduced red foxes for hunting and fur farms; at Seal Beach, they drove light-footed Ridgway's rails down to just 5 pairs in 7 yearsIn the late 1800s, non-native red foxes wreaked havoc on the population of Ridgway's rails, bringing them perilously close to extinction. F...
26 Aug, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary emerges Black-Necked Stork's key breeding siteKhijadiya Bird Sanctuary is a key breeding site for the black-necked stork. Researchers confirmed four active nests, each producing two fle...
26 Aug, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks and steel from January 2027United States President Donald Trump announced future tariff increases on Canadian goods. Tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, and auto parts ...
25 Aug, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
Carrion crows are turning cars into makeshift nutcrackers, placing walnuts in their path at traffic lights and returning for the cracked food: What Japanese researchers found in a new studyCarrion crows were observed using busy roads as nutcrackers. They placed walnuts in the path of vehicles to break hard shells. After cars m...
24 Aug, 2026, 11.28 PM IST
CPI (M) condemns attack on party leaders in Kallakurichi, demands arrest of perpetratorsSenior CPI(M) leaders faced a violent attack in Kallakurichi district on August 21. An eight-member gang assaulted the leaders and damaged ...
23 Aug, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Why more Indians are taking up birdwatching: The hobby that can calm your mind and sharpen your brainBirdwatching is emerging as a popular hobby in India, attracting people of all ages and backgrounds. Beyond offering a way to reconnect wit...
23 Aug, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
In 2024, eastern garter snakes passed a scent-based self-recognition test: 24 snakes investigated their own altered scent, suggesting self-recognitionRecent studies reveal that eastern garter snakes exhibit self-recognition through scent detection rather than through mirrors. This intrigu...
22 Aug, 2026, 07.00 PM IST