In 1766, British physicist isolated and described hydrogen triggering the evolution of science and modern green technology: What Henry Cavendish discovered?In 1766, British physicist isolated and described hydrogen triggering the evolution of science and modern green technology. Henry Cavendish...
08 Sep, 2026, 02.18 AM IST
Slovakian Proverb of the Day: “Cabbage is best after it is… — Life lessons on perception, familiarity, time, experience and why good things come to those who waitSlovakian Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “Cabbage is best after it is reheated seven times.” The saying reflects the idea tha...
08 Sep, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
In 2021, 1,000 Swiss volunteers buried 2,000 pairs of cotton underpants to test soil life. 5 years later, results from 12,000 teabags showed which soils were most activeIn 2021, around 1,000 Swiss volunteers buried more than 2,000 pairs of cotton underwear and 12,000 tea bags in different soils. The experim...
07 Sep, 2026, 09.03 PM IST
Michigan scientists in 2024 dyed a lake blue and added fertilizer to test if blocking sunlight could prevent algal blooms; rain washed away the dye and the water turned greenScientists dyed Peter Lake blue to test sunlight reduction for algal bloom prevention. Repeated rainfall washed out the dye, allowing algae...
06 Sep, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
In 1966, Gemini 9 and Gemini 12 exposed fungal spores and viruses directly to space; a 0.4 mm aluminum shield kept fungal spores alive and boosted virus survival 3,000-foldEarly space missions tested microbial survival outside spacecraft without protection. Fungal spores and viruses showed very low survival ra...
06 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Quote of the day by Bryan Cranston: ‘Put yourself in a position of not knowing’; why being a beginner can make you stronger. Breaking Bad actor reflects on dealing with unfamiliar scenariosActor Bryan Cranston advocates for stepping out of comfort zones to enhance personal growth. By willingly immersing oneself in unfamiliar t...
05 Sep, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
A 2024 study claims positive travel experiences help slow aging and boost overall health through new environments and physical activityRecent studies indicate that traveling can play a vital role in decelerating biological aging. Engaging in positive travel experiences enha...
05 Sep, 2026, 09.23 AM IST
After 18 years at helm, Shantanu Narayen passes reins to Anil ChakravarthyChakravarthy had been president of Adobe’s customer experience orchestration business and worldwide field operations, having joined the com...
05 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
In 1945, Percy Spencer noticed something unusual while working on radar equipment: the candy bar in his pocket had melted. The engineer began experimenting with popcorn and an egg, eventually setting him on the path to developing the microwave oven.In 1945, Percy Spencer made a casual observation that led to a major change in food preparation. Standing next to a magnetron one day, he n...
04 Sep, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
Suniel Shetty, Ghazal Alagh, and many serial Entrepreneurs to visit Odoo Experience, championing MSME digitisation.Odoo Experience India 2026 underscores a transformative approach to ERP accessibility for Indian MSMEs. The prevalent reliance on antiquate...
04 Sep, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
GCC demand is shifting to experience in a twistDemand for this cohort of professionals surged more than 50% to 207,882 roles in 2025 from 138,350 a year earlier, showed a study by staffi...
04 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
In 1983, NASA flew Neurospora bread mold on STS-9 to test its body clock; the rhythm persisted, but faded out in 25% of flight tubes before light restored itIn 1983, NASA conducted research on fungal circadian rhythms aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia, observing the bread mold Neurospora crassa....
03 Sep, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
In 1990, the USSR sent six Japanese tree frogs to the Mir space station for an eight-day experiment, where researchers watched them float with all four legs stretched out and their bodies bent backward - then found the frogs improved their ability to land after jumping in microgravitySix Japanese tree frogs journeyed to the Soviet space station Mir in 1990. They spent eight days in microgravity, which allowed researchers...
03 Sep, 2026, 11.56 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Jim Morrison: “Some of the worst mistakes in my life were… – Inspiring lessons on mistakes, regret, humor, acceptance and why it’s only a bad hair day by the American Singer known for powerful performances and deep insights on appearance and experiencesQuote of the Day by Jim Morrison: Jim Morrison’s quote, “Some of the worst mistakes in my life were haircuts,” humorously reflects on the s...
02 Sep, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
Lake 223 acid rain experiment: Scientists added sulfuric acid to an Ontario lake for 17 years. The water recovered, but the fish didn’tA 17-year acid rain experiment at Canada’s Lake 223 changed its water chemistry and disrupted its ecosystem. Although the lake’s acidity ha...
02 Sep, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
In 1996, Endeavour released a coffee-table-size package that inflated into a 46-foot antenna; the tennis-court-size structure worked for several hours in spaceIn 1996, NASA's Endeavour shuttle achieved a significant milestone by launching an inflatable antenna experiment that expanded to the dimen...
01 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
In 1972, NASA sealed 3 astronauts inside a 20-foot chamber for 56 days to rehearse Skylab; the ground experiment exposed hardware and medical problems before launchIn 1972, three astronauts conducted a remarkable ground simulation, residing in a sealed chamber for a staggering 56 days. This experiment ...
30 Aug, 2026, 04.10 PM IST