What to do with empty perfume bottles? Try these 3 creative DIY reuse ideas for a fresh-smelling and stylish homeTransform empty perfume bottles into unique home accessories with a little creativity. Start with a thorough clean to ensure they're ready ...
22 Aug, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Elizabeth Taylor: “I never face the day without… – Inspiring lessons on beauty, elegance, fragrance, individuality and why confidence is the best accessory by the British-American actress known for her beauty, timeless style and deep insights on glamour and lifestyleQuote of the Day by Elizabeth Taylor: Elizabeth Taylor’s quote, “I never face the day without perfume,” highlights the importance of person...
21 Aug, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
In 2009, researchers acquired a laboratory colony of Aedes aegypti in Delhi and kept it without insecticide pressure. 17 years later, 10 micrograms killed 97.91% of females, yet survivors rapidly activated detoxification enzymesA Delhi study reveals mosquitoes surviving common insecticide treatments. This survival gap suggests a potential early warning of developin...
20 Aug, 2026, 10.38 PM IST
Psychology says people who buy duplicates of products they love may have a stronger preference for certainty and continuityFor someone who has found a product that consistently meets their needs, purchasing another one can feel like preserving a familiar and dep...
18 Aug, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
Place aluminium foil in your sink to prevent clogs: How to use this hack to keep drain problems awayPlace aluminium foil in your sink to prevent clogs: Simplify your kitchen routine with a handy aluminium foil hack designed to make waste c...
17 Aug, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
In 1901, workers discovered the ‘Ivory Bangle Lady’ in England. Modern science later revealed her true originsThe excavation of a Roman-era grave in York unveils insights into a woman's wealth and societal standing, illustrated by the luxury artifac...
16 Aug, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Have broken glass jars at home? Try these simple and creative ways to reuse them instead of throwing them awayBroken glass jars hold a treasure trove of creative potential. Consider transforming them into charming candle holders or stylish bathroom ...
15 Aug, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
In 1848, Franklin's crew abandoned HMS Terror in the Canadian Arctic; 168 years later, researchers found plates and bottles still resting on its shelvesAfter 167 years, the HMS Terror has been found in Terror Bay, unveiling a treasure trove of well-preserved artifacts such as plates and gla...
15 Aug, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
Kitchen shelf cleaning tips? Try these viral deep-cleaning hacks to remove years of grease, grime and sticky buildupKitchen shelf cleaning hacks: Kitchen shelves can accumulate unseen dirt and grime, necessitating thorough cleaning routines. To reach negl...
14 Aug, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
How a 1,300-foot-high Italian hill town with roots in the 8th century BC was abandoned, then found a second life in James Bond’s 'Quantum of Solace'Craco, an ancient Italian town, faced abandonment due to geological instability and landslides. Economic hardship also pushed many resident...
13 Aug, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
Quote of the day by Coco Chanel: ‘The most courageous act is still to think for…’ What the fashion icon teaches us about courage and individualityCoco Chanel’s quote, “The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud,” highlights the courage required to form independent o...
13 Aug, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
2 New Orleans students crushed millions of discarded bottles into recycled glass sand to fight coastal erosion; the result transformed Louisiana's sinking marshes by anchoring new grass and helping rebuild one of America's most vulnerable coastlinesTwo New Orleans students saw a problem hiding in plain sight: discarded glass had little practical recycling value in their city, while Lou...
12 Aug, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
EU packaging rules take effect with limits on 'forever chemicals', plastics curbsNew European Union packaging rules will limit harmful forever chemicals. These regulations aim to significantly reduce plastic waste across...
11 Aug, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
In 1998, NASA sent a miniature rose into orbit; microgravity changed the flower’s scent, and perfumers later bottled the otherworldly aromaIn 1998, a miniature rose known as Overnight Scentsation embarked on a journey aboard Space Shuttle Discovery. This extraordinary experimen...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
H1N1 cases in Delhi : What are the symptoms, prevention tips as cases jump 6-fold from last yearDelhi has recorded a sharp increase in H1N1 influenza cases this season. Infections have risen to 1,344 from 229 during the corresponding p...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.06 PM IST
Can you reuse plastic water bottles? Know the risks of reusing themRefilling single-use plastic bottles with clean, undamaged water is generally safe. However, any scratches or grooves inside the bottle can...
10 Aug, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Don’t throw away plastic bottles: How to make DIY planters and 7 other clever hacks to reuse themPlastic bottles can be reused creatively instead of being thrown away. From DIY planters and watering cans to cable organisers, funnels, bi...
28 Jul, 2026, 06.59 PM IST