$47 frappuccino nobody asked for (but everyone needs): How Starbucks can cure its midlife crisis with a pinch of saffron, and some very old retail psychologyStarbucks faces challenges and needs a new strategy. The article suggests introducing very expensive items to make regular coffees appear c...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
The $47 Frappuccino nobody asked for (but everyone needs)How Starbucks can cure its midlife crisis with a pinch of saffron, and some very old retail psychology.
05 Jun, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
Penguin feathers inspired a "living skin" material that could slash energy bills in buildingsResearchers have developed a revolutionary thin film inspired by penguin feathers that passively switches between heating and cooling modes...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
CCPA slaps fines on PhysicsWallah, McAfee for 'Dark Pattern' practicesIndia's consumer watchdog has fined edtech firm PhysicsWallah and cybersecurity company McAfee. They were found using deceptive interface d...
03 Jun, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
In 1987, a student set out to fix a Mac problem, but the code spiraled out of control, and he ended up creating PhotoshopA simple fix for a grayscale problem by Thomas Knoll led to the creation of Photoshop. His brother John saw its potential, and together the...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Won’t allow Gujarat to snatch Karnataka’s IPL events again, says ShivakumarTaking a firm stance, Karnataka's Chief Minister designate DK Shivakumar vows to protect the state's cricketing interests. The recent decis...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.05 PM IST
Bengaluru founder spots a clever Rs 40 fruit-selling trick at a Tamil Nadu railway station. The psychology behind it is fascinatingA simple fruit cup sold for Rs 40 at a Trichy railway station revealed a powerful business lesson. A Bengaluru founder noticed how a tall g...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.08 AM IST
Can you use UPI abroad? Here’s what Indian travellers must know about charges, limits and security risksIndian travellers are increasingly using UPI abroad for convenient payments, but understanding its limitations and risks is crucial. While ...
29 May, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Can aluminum foil really boost your WiFi signal, and what do experts actually sayWhile a viral social media hack suggests aluminum foil can boost Wi-Fi, real science shows precise shaping is key. Dartmouth researchers de...
26 May, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
A 16-year-old saw performers bounce off a net and created something which is used from military training grounds, gymnastics, astronaut training, and backyard play to Olympic arenasA 16-year-old George Nissen saw circus performers bounce on nets. This observation sparked an idea for a training device. Nissen experiment...
22 May, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
IPL 2026 scam season is here: Over 600 fake ticket sites, 400 malware-linked streams cheat fansAs the IPL 2026 season kicks off, a rise in cyber scams is alarming eager cricket enthusiasts. Unscrupulous fraudsters are capitalising on ...
13 May, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
$200K gone in seconds: How a Morse code message manipulated Grok into a $200,000 crypto transfer—what this shocking incident means for AI securityThe incident underscores rising risks at the intersection of artificial intelligence and automated financial systems, especially when bots ...
12 May, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
Last-minute hacks to remove stains from clothes: From perfume marks to tea, coffee, ink or lipstick stains, easy tricks most people use that actually work quicklyStains on favourite clothes can be a morning disaster. Fortunately, simple household items can quickly remove common spills like coffee, oi...
10 May, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
Photographic memory isn't real; here's what your brain is actually doing when you rememberForget the myth of photographic memory. Scientists reveal our brains don't record like cameras. Instead, memories are rebuilt each time we ...
07 May, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
People are putting coins on their routers; here’s what really happensA popular online trick suggests placing a penny on your Wi-Fi router boosts internet speed. Experts debunk this, stating it offers no benef...
06 May, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
Why do some people keep sponge in fridge? This simple trick has 5 benefitsA simple kitchen hack is gaining traction: placing a dry sponge in your fridge's vegetable drawer. This seemingly odd practice effectively ...
06 May, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
Indian brands are disrupting sneakers — one ₹5,000 pair at a time. But can they earn trust?Sneakers are now a fashion statement in India. Local brands are entering the market with competitive prices and cultural relevance. These h...
06 May, 2026, 11.49 AM IST