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Never mind the type, Swaraj is your biryani & you shall have it!Biryani advertisements highlight its diverse regional variations and culinary appeal. The dish's origins are debated, with links to Persian...- 36 hours without food can trigger a risky metabolic switch: Weight loss research reveals the safe approach for intermittent fastingA 36-hour fast can push the body to rely more on stored fat and increase ketone production, but research suggests that longer fasting is no...
- In 1928, a US Navy personnel came to a California island and lived alone for 28 years as an unofficial caretaker. Today, a popular spot in the Channel Islands bears his nameFor almost 28 years, Raymond LeDreau served as an unofficial caretaker of Anacapa Island, building a solitary life shaped by war, loss and ...
- Before wolves became dogs, they may have been human hunting partners; a 'shared hunt' that helped people reach prey while leaving enough carrion behind for wolves to benefitLong before domestic dogs became our companions, wild wolves were likely hunting partners with early humans. These fabled alliances saw wol...
- The Grand Old Men of Dalal Street: Top stocks that survived the RajIndia Independence Day 2026: India’s oldest listed companies offer a rare window into the evolution of Indian business, markets and capital...
- Pompeii remained frozen in time for nearly 1,700 years. It was discovered by a Spanish engineer looking for ancient treasures in 1748The unearthing of Pompeii in 1748 unveiled a Roman city encased in volcanic ash, granting a unique glimpse into the lives and customs of an...
- In the 1500s, European settlers brought pigs to North America as travelling food; more than 6 million feral swine now occupy at least 35 statesEuropean pigs introduced centuries ago became invasive feral swine across North America. These adaptable animals now inhabit diverse enviro...
- In 1884, Louisiana displayed South American water hyacinth for its lavender flowers; within decades, floating mats covered 126,000 Florida acres and blocked waterwaysOriginating in 1884, water hyacinth transformed into a significant nuisance for Florida by the 1950s. This aggressive floating plant overto...
- Independence Day 2026: The hidden role of food in India's fight against British ruleIndependence Day 2026: Chapatis secretly moved across India, alarming British officials before the 1857 uprising. Later, Tiranga Barfi symb...
- Word of the Day: Benes - what it means, origin and usageBenes can appear as informal shorthand for “benefits”, while Benešis a Czech and Slovak surname derived from Benedikt, or Benedict. This Wo...
- US Senator says Navy personel allegedly tried to jump of the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier deployed to fight Iran in Middle EastConcerns over the living conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have prompted US congressional Democrats to demand answers from the Navy...
- International Youth Day 2026: Why Indians in their 20s are facing diabetes, BP, fatty liverIn celebration of International Youth Day, we acknowledge the significant role played by young individuals in society, alongside their heal...
- Freedom Habba 2026: Check entry rules, timings, registration process and full schedule at Vidhana SoudhaFreedom Habba 2026 will turn Bengaluru’s Vidhana Soudha into the centre of Independence Day celebrations on August 15, featuring a cultural...
- Archaeologists reexamined an ancient Greek mass grave where nearly 80 men were buried together, many still shackled at the wristsIn a groundbreaking discovery near Athens, archaeologists unearthed 79 shackled skeletons that challenge historical narratives about their ...
- Looking for an easy nutrition boost? Celebrity nutritionist recommends 3 powerful seeds for better overall healthCombining different seeds presents an array of essential minerals, healthy fats, and fiber, contributing to overall nutritional balance, cl...
- In 1977, California removed the last herbivores from San Miguel Island after years of overgrazing. Decades later, the barren landscape produced a stunning ecological comeback, transforming into an island covered with native vegetationSan Miguel Island tells a powerful conservation story. Once called a “barren lump of sand,” the 9,500-acre California island suffered more ...
- From 1877, officials stocked over 33 million fish in Yosemite for anglers, altering fishless lakes and reducing habitat for native yellow-legged frogsYosemite's lakes, once fishless, received over 33 million stocked fish between 1877 and 1990. Introduced trout preyed on native species and...
- The dietitian-led diet plan: What to expect in week oneThe first week of a dietitian-led nutrition plan is less about restrictions and more about building sustainable habits. By focusing on pers...
- History will indeed remember Manmohan Singh kindly as most consequential PM: Sonia GandhiCongress leader Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday defended former prime minister Manmohan Singh after the Supreme Court cleared him in the coal block...
- Can Kolkata's Mughlai Paratha get the revival it deserves?The recent food news has ignited a fresh passion in the culinary scene. Roman pizza is making a comeback, celebrated for its meticulous pre...
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