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In the 1940s, the brown tree snake reached Guam hidden in post-WWII cargo and set off a chain reaction that scientists are still measuring today; birds gone, tree seedlings down by up to 92%, and spiders multiplying up to 40-fold on an island that once had neither- For years it was ignored. Now scientists say this gas may be the major contributor to air pollution
- California's coastal sand dunes are becoming history, and the first-ever map shows how 165 years of development and erosion have shrunk a natural shield against storms and rising seas
- What’s behind the giant brown ribbon stretching thousands of miles across the Atlantic ocean?A giant brown ribbon stretching thousands of miles across the Atlantic is revealing how closely Earth's oceans, climate, and ecosystems are...22 Jun, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
- From flowers that smell rotten to trees with red 'blood': 7 strange plants you won’t believe exist on EarthNature presents astonishing plants that seem otherworldly. From the Rafflesia arnoldii, a giant flower smelling of decay, to the Welwitschi...20 Jun, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
- Warren Buffett on why bubbles end badly – even when everyone knows they willWarren Buffett compared bubble investors to Cinderella at the ball: Everyone plans to leave just before midnight, but they are dancing in a...18 Jun, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
- Greek proverb of the day: 'It's sweet to view the sea when standing on the...' - inspiring life lessons on handling challenges, understanding different perspectives, self-reflection and why stepping back can help you see clearly and lead to better decisionsGreek proverb of the day: Life's challenges often become clearer when viewed from a distance, much like observing the sea from the safety o...18 Jun, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
- Storm Arthur tracker, path: Tropical storm hits Texas, flooding alert in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, 20,000 barrels of oil could be lost as Atlantic Hurricane Season 2026 beginsStorm Arthur updates: Flooding was likely through Friday over parts of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and the Florida Panh...18 Jun, 2026, 05.34 AM IST
- Highly dangerous plutonium offers no quick fix to US nuclear fuel crunchAmerica is exploring turning surplus plutonium into nuclear fuel for new reactors. This move aims to meet rising power demands, particularl...15 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Arthur Zeikel: "Investors must appreciate that, while there is a pattern to events, no pattern is perpetual. The more widely held the belief in the persistence of a current trend, the less likely it is to continue"Arthur Zeikel’s quote underscores the impermanence of market trends and the risks of consensus thinking. The piece explains how investor ps...12 Jun, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
- Over 1,500 bat species carry thousands of deadly viruses but rarely get sick, and scientists are only just beginning to understand whyBats possess a unique, preactivated innate immune defense that stops viruses from fully replicating, even after cell entry. This remarkable...11 Jun, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
- The world's oil piggy bank is being smashed open. What can go wrong?Global oil inventories are plummeting to multi-decade lows, exacerbated by Middle Eastern supply disruptions and the rapid depletion of str...10 Jun, 2026, 10.03 PM IST
- Iran war: Fuel price surge squeezes dairy, poultry value chainsIndustry officials say rising fuel costs, coupled with geopolitical disruptions affecting commodity markets, are squeezing farmer margins a...09 Jun, 2026, 11.31 AM IST
- China can build humanoids at scale. The hard part is finding enough buyersChinese companies are pushing ahead with humanoid robot production. These robots can perform tasks like directing traffic and making coffee...07 Jun, 2026, 06.35 AM IST
- Fears of hunger overwhelm a Central American village as El Nino approachesVillagers in Cunen, Guatemala, confront a severe drought. The looming El Nino weather pattern intensifies fears of widespread hunger. Local...04 Jun, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
- Life Advice of the Day by Jensen Huang: “Greatness comes from character, and character isn’t formed out of smart people. It is formed out of...” From washing plates as a child to building the AI revolution: how NVIDIA’s billionaire CEO turned failure into fortune and changed technology foreverJensen Huang’s life advice is simple but powerful: character grows through struggle, not comfort. The NVIDIA CEO did not become a billionai...04 Jun, 2026, 01.43 AM IST
- This $1.16 billion hole in the ground is humanity's best plan for nuclear waste, and it's opening in the world's happiest country - here's what you need to knowFinland nuclear waste repository: Finland is poised to open Onkalo, the world's first permanent underground repository for nuclear waste. T...02 Jun, 2026, 10.37 PM IST
- Sleeping poorly? 5 plants you should remove from your bedroom right now for better sleepCertain houseplants, while beautiful, can disrupt sleep and room comfort. Strong fragrances from jasmine and lilies, pollen from lilies, an...01 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
- Never bring these 5 indoor plants home as they can be dangerous for you and your familyMany beautiful houseplants pose hidden dangers, ranging from skin irritation to severe poisoning if ingested. Oleander, Dieffenbachia, Phil...29 May, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
- 6 indoor plants that look harmless but can be dangerously toxic to petsPet owners, beware! Popular houseplants like Peace Lily, Sago Palm, Aloe Vera, Pothos, Philodendron, and Dieffenbachia pose serious health ...25 May, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
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