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In 1886, Gilman grew from a mining camp into a Colorado mining town; after contamination concerns in 1984, remaining residents were removed in 1985- In 1913, lead turned Picher, Oklahoma, from farmland into a town of about 14,000; by 2010, only 20 residents remained, and chat piles covered parts of Ottawa County
- In 1913, lead turned Picher from Oklahoma farmland into a town of about 14,000; more than a century later, the town has no permanent residents, and toxic chat piles remain in Ottawa County
- These sustainable houses built from waste cost under $300: 2 tonnes of discarded plastic can become a home in just 7 daysA Mexican entrepreneur is turning discarded plastic into affordable, sustainable homes that cost under $300. Each house uses around 2 tonne...31 Aug, 2026, 09.51 PM IST
- In 1898, Sheep Camp grew into a gold-rush town of 6,000 to 8,000 people; by July 1899, only 18 remained, while most buildings still stood in 1906Once a tranquil waystation, Sheep Camp evolved into a vibrant gold rush town as thousands flocked to seek fortune. This chaotic boom phase ...31 Aug, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
- In 2012, Maryland's Greensboro launched 2 projects to curb stormwater flooding. 9 years later, its firehouse gained permeable pavers and step pools, helping reduce pollutants reaching the riverGreensboro, Maryland, has successfully implemented modern stormwater control practices, improving water quality. These projects, funded by ...31 Aug, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
- Tourist destinations, not government assetsIndia's tourism sector is shifting focus towards destination-wide partnerships. Private sector involvement is crucial for designing and man...28 Aug, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
- While Americans watched TV, used personal computers, One Alaska village was still waiting for electricity during 1980sIn the early days of Alaska, wood was the primary source of heat and electricity. The gold rushes sparked a surge in power requirements acr...28 Aug, 2026, 08.09 PM IST
- Didi plans to invest over $200 million in Argentina, manager saysThe company is seeking to expand its business in Latin America, where it has a strong presence in Brazil and Mexico, but sees significant...28 Aug, 2026, 06.58 PM IST
- Bengaluru to host seven-day AI festival in March 2027Bengaluru will host a seven-day artificial intelligence festival in March 2027. The event aims to empower rural communities and youth throu...28 Aug, 2026, 06.42 PM IST
- Massachusetts police officer who used Flock cameras to track his ex-lover after she left their abusive relationship resigns before the town could fire himA Massachusetts police officer resigned before a termination hearing after an investigation found he allegedly used Flock cameras and polic...28 Aug, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
- JM Financial calls Metropolis Healthcare ‘best-value diagnostic stock’, sees up to 27% upsideJM Financial has retained its Buy rating on Metropolis Healthcare with a target price of Rs 734, implying 27.2% upside. The brokerage calls...28 Aug, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
- Jefferies initiates SBI Funds Management coverage with Buy; sees 26% upsideJefferies initiated coverage on SBI Funds Management with a Buy rating and a Rs 710 price target, implying 26% upside. The brokerage expect...28 Aug, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
- Vodafone Idea plans to repay ₹49,000 crore spectrum dues in 3 yearsVodafone Idea plans to pay nearly ₹49,000 crore in spectrum dues over the next three years, with payments of about ₹7,000 crore in FY27, ₹1...28 Aug, 2026, 05.00 AM IST
- Beneath one of America's most visited national parks, lies a forgotten town. What happened 100 years ago in Great Smoky Mountains National Park?In 1908, the lumber corporation laid the foundations of Elkmont, which flourished into a vibrant town housing over fifteen hundred resident...27 Aug, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
- Return to Bengal, CM Suvendu urges skilled professionals from state working outsideWest Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has called on skilled professionals to come back to their roots, highlighting promising caree...27 Aug, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
- In 1943, families displaced from a North Carolina town were promised a road home; 83 years later, the seven-mile ‘Road to Nowhere’ still ends above their lost villageThe Road to Nowhere ultimately represents much more than an unusual dead-end highway in North Carolina. It is a reminder of the human cost ...27 Aug, 2026, 01.56 AM IST
- Founded in 1859, this California mining town once had 2,000 buildings and 8,000 people. This ‘ghost town’ still preserves abandoned beds, toys, books and vintage suppliesBodie, a historical ghost town in California, draws interest with its well-preserved mining heritage. The discovery of gold and silver in 1...26 Aug, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
- SpaceX to build $100 billion Starship rocket complex in LouisianaThe company's second Starbase campus will eventually launch thousands of Starship flights a year, SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell said, re...26 Aug, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
- Once home to hundreds, Kentucky town was abandoned in 1962. Decades later, its residents' voices still echo from 'ghost' buildingsBlue Heron, Kentucky, once a bustling coal mining town, now stands as a silent monument. The Stearns Coal and Lumber Company operated mines...24 Aug, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
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