Don’t throw away your old toothbrush: 5 clever cleaning uses you should try at home to remove dirt from hard-to-reach areasRepurposing used toothbrushes can be a game changer for your home cleaning routine. Their compact size and sturdy bristles make them perfec...
16 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Banned beauty products are still one click away in India and around the worldBanned skin-bleaching products containing mercury are still available for purchase online. These illegal items are found on Amazon, Temu, a...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
In 2007, the Neptune Memorial Reef began growing off Florida with cremated remains; the planned 16-acre site later developed into a coral habitatAn innovative underwater cemetery presents a novel burial alternative, where cremated remains are encased in concrete structures designed t...
16 Sep, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
Pouring white vinegar into your toilet once a week can tackle this common bathroom problemWhen it comes to maintaining a sparkling toilet, white vinegar proves to be a trusty companion. Its acetic acid works wonders in dislodging...
15 Sep, 2026, 10.16 PM IST
Get rid of ants with white vinegar spray: How to use it correctly & what experts recommendA white vinegar spray can help disrupt the scent trails that ants use to navigate, making treated areas less attractive to them. This simpl...
14 Sep, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
Kitchen cabinet cleaning tips? Check these easy DIY cleaning tricks to remove grease, oil stains, food marks and sticky dirtKitchen cabinets tend to accumulate grease and dirt, particularly in areas around the stove. To clean light grease and recent stains, a mix...
11 Sep, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
3-ingredient DIY cleaning hack: Use baking soda, vinegar and detergent to remove dirt, grease and bad odoursHousehold cleaning can be both economical and effective with baking soda, vinegar, and detergent. These common ingredients work wonders on ...
11 Sep, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
For wine stains, mix 1 quart of warm water, 1/2 tsp detergent, and 1 tbsp vinegar; soak the fabric for 15 minutes, rinse, then repeat or treat what remainsDon't fret over red wine spills - everyday household items can come to your rescue! A concoction of club soda and salt is great for absorbi...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Blot fruit, jam, or jelly stains on laminate, then use mild dish detergent and water; if the stain remains, try equal parts white vinegar and water for 1 minute before rinsingRemoving fruit stains from laminate countertops can be easily achieved using common household items. These bright stains are caused by anth...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
For red ballpoint ink stains, soak for 30 minutes in detergent and ammonia, then 1 hour in vinegar before launderingRemoving ink stains from clothes requires a careful and methodical approach. Since red ink tends to adhere quickly to natural fibers, it's ...
10 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
Soak paper towels in white vinegar and wrap them around crusty faucets; cleaning experts say hard lime deposits soften enough to wipe off in about 1 hourFor tackling stubborn mineral buildup on faucets, white vinegar serves as a convenient remedy. This gentle acid breaks down hard water depo...
10 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
Baking soda, detergent and toothpaste cleaning hack: Easy way to clean dirty shower glass at homeCrafting a homemade glass cleaner is an effective way to eliminate soap scum and stubborn stains from your shower. Combining baking soda as...
09 Sep, 2026, 09.57 PM IST
Use undiluted 5% white vinegar at 130°F for 1 minute; Colorado State Extension says it can reduce Listeria, E. coli, and Salmonella by over 99.999% on hard surfacesWhite vinegar demonstrates effectiveness in reducing prevalent kitchen pathogens when used under controlled laboratory conditions. When hea...
09 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
A teenager’s 4-H project helped spark a coral restoration revolution in the Florida Keys—how Ken Nedimyer turned broken coral fragments into thousands of new reef coloniesA simple father-daughter 4-H project in the Florida Keys grew into a groundbreaking coral restoration effort. Ken Nedimyer’s experiment wit...
09 Sep, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
In 1998, scientists recorded world's first mass bleaching event, years later study finds global coral cover well below normal levels as reefs at risk of irreversible decline threatening marine life, ocean livelihood, El Nino weather raises fearsWith El Niño weather patterns intensifying and ocean surface temperatures reaching a record high of 21.1 degrees Celsius (69.98°F) on Augus...
08 Sep, 2026, 08.38 PM IST
Putting a plastic bottle filled with water on your roof: 30+ countries use this unusual trick; here’s what it does and how to use it correctlyPutting a plastic bottle filled with water on your roof: The Moser lamp is a simple invention that uses sunlight to brighten dark indoor sp...
07 Sep, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
Mixing detergent with baking soda & sugar: How to use this cleaning hack correctly and what is recommendedBest kitchen cleaning hacks: A simple homemade paste uses detergent, baking soda, and sugar for cleaning. Detergent loosens grease and dirt...
06 Sep, 2026, 04.45 PM IST