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UPenn researchers copied elephant skin in porous cement tiles; a mockup home stayed near 32°C versus 42°C and 52°C with commercial stucco surfacesResearchers developed innovative cement tiles inspired by elephant skin for passive cooling. These tiles feature engineered cracks that abs...- 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...
- In 1956, this Californian grandmother began building with discarded bottles. Years later, she had created an entire village out of plastic wasteTressa Prisbrey transformed waste into wonder by creating Bottle Village, a whimsical collection of thirteen structures crafted from discar...
- Archana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann Sethi is buying a 3.5 BHK sea-facing apartment after YouTube success: All about his dream homeIn a heartfelt YouTube vlog, Aaryamann Sethi, the son of actress Archana Puran Singh, shared his plans to purchase his very first independe...
- In 1986, Challenger broke apart 73 seconds after liftoff; 36 years later, a TV dive team found a shuttle artifact with 8-inch tiles off FloridaDivers found a large, tiled object while filming a documentary series. This unexpected discovery was later identified as space shuttle Chal...
- Bathroom tile cleaning tips? Try these easy home hacks to remove soap scum, water stains, grime and dirtBathroom tiles can quickly lose their luster due to the accumulation of residue and grime. To restore their shine, use white vinegar to eli...
- Man paid Rs 42.63 lakh for a new house, but cracks, leaks and seepage appeared; Court orders builder to pay Rs 25 lakhA Kerala consumer commission has ordered a builder to pay Rs 25 lakh after finding serious defects in a residential house. The compensation...
- Delhi’s ageing Lutyens bungalows now carry a Rs 92-crore upkeep bill for ministersAnnual expenditure on Lutyens bungalows reached a record Rs 92.35 crore in 2025-26. This spending has more than tripled since 2014-15, refl...
- How to open a coconut without hammer: 5 clever methods to break the hard shell at homeHow to open a coconut without hammer: Cracking open a coconut doesn’t require a hammer. You can use common household items instead. Techniq...
- On August 7, Elon Musk feared SpaceX’s Ship 40 was lost at sea. 11 days later, it became the first Starship upper stage ever recovered after returning from spaceSpaceX has made a remarkable achievement by successfully retrieving Starship Ship 40 from the depths of the Indian Ocean. The spacecraft em...
- In 2023, scientists built a rooftop tile that opens its cooling vents when hot and closes them when cold, using no electricity and cutting cooling costs 3.1-foldInnovative engineers have created high-tech roof tiles that adjust themselves to optimize building temperatures automatically. By utilizing...
- Sakarni Plaster to invest Rs 450 cr on expansion; to set up 2 building material plantsSakarni Plaster has announced an ambitious plan to invest Rs 450 crore over the next two years. This investment will focus on establishing ...
- The Lost Inca City Hiram Bingham Missed: How another explorer found Vilcabamba deep in Peru’s jungleExplorers searched for Vilcabamba, the Inca Empire's final refuge, for decades. Gene Savoy identified ruins at Espíritu Pampa as the likely...
- These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsLooking at what happens in the short term is important, as it does have an impact on stock prices. But also always keep an eye on the macro...
- Running the bathroom fan after every shower: why experts say an extra 15 to 20 minutes can help reduce mold and mildew riskBathroom exhaust fans play a vital role in combating mold growth following showers. By simply leaving the fan running for 15 minutes post-s...
- In 2020, a farmer’s son dug into an English field after finding broken pottery; he uncovered a rare Roman mosaic depicting the Trojan WarPottery fragments in an English field led to a significant Roman mosaic discovery. This artwork depicts scenes from the Trojan War, a first...
- Hold a tissue to the bathroom vent: How to tell if your exhaust fan is pulling air properlyTo ensure your bathroom exhaust fan is functioning properly, try a simple tissue test. This essential fixture aids in moisture removal, pre...
- Once known as ‘Little Taiwan,’ this Chinese fishing village was home to 2,000 people, now a ghost town 40 miles from ShanghaiHoutouwan, a former prosperous fishing village, now stands abandoned and overgrown with vegetation. Residents left due to limited transport...
- Wrapping aluminium foil around a broom: Why people are swearing by this unusual cleaning hackWrapping aluminium foil around a broom: A new cleaning hack involves wrapping aluminium foil around a broom. This trick aims to reduce stat...
- In 2023, U.S. scientists created “cooling glass” that reflects 99% of solar energy and radiates building heat toward spaceA team of engineers at the University of Maryland has unveiled a revolutionary rooftop glass coating that offers remarkable cooling propert...
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