Actor who starred in 170 films, once owned a house in Poes Garden, now lives in an old-age home without any source of inome; superstar Rajinikanth steps in with Rs 1 lakhVeteran actor Mohan Sharma now resides in an old-age home after a fall from stardom. He once owned property in Chennai but lost it due to f...
Happiness Habit of the day by Douglas Jerrold: 'Happiness is not to be picked in a stranger's garden. It grows at...' The English writer's lesson on finding happinessDouglas Jerrold’s quote, “Happiness grows at our own firesides, and is not to be picked in strangers’ gardens,” offers a timeless lesson on...
Should you water plants with warm or cold water? The answer might surprise youWater temperature significantly impacts plant health and growth. Lukewarm water is generally the safest choice for most plants. Extremely h...
Forget money plant: 7 plants you can bring home to attract wealth and prosperity, as per VaastuVaastu traditions associate certain plants with wealth, prosperity and positive energy. Beyond popular choices such as money plant, jade, t...
The Story of 'Toughie': How the last known gliding tree frog vanishedThe last known Rabbs' fringe-limbed tree frog, named Toughie, died in 2016, marking the species' likely extinction. Researchers collected a...
In the 1960s, rose-ringed parakeets were first spotted in southeast England; today, they thrive in London's parks and gardensIn London, rose-ringed parakeets can frequently be spotted flitting through parks and gardens. Studies clarify the narrative of their arriv...
Government reviews net neutrality rules to enable 5G network slicing servicesIndia may allow telecom operators to offer varied internet speeds and specialized services. This review considers advancements like 5G slic...
Why people are using aluminium foil in their gardens: How can a simple kitchen item help plants get more light and keep certain pests awayAluminium foil offers gardeners practical benefits for plant care. Reflecting light onto lower leaves promotes healthier plant growth and d...
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...
WB CM Suvendu Adhikari gives ₹5 lakh aid to families of 11 Sikkim tunnel victims, promises local jobsWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari provided compensation to families of eleven deceased migrant workers. He also pledged future em...
Too Busy to Garden? These 5 balcony plants need very little careDreaming of a green terrace without the hassle of constant watering and pruning? These hardy plants require very little attention yet rewar...
Don't throw away struggling plants. This common kitchen powder could help improve soil, fight fungus, repel garden pests, and keep your potted plants healthier naturallyBaking soda offers gardeners a budget-friendly solution for plant care. It helps reduce fungal growth and discourages certain garden pests ...
From a 1937 garden planting to an ecological crisis: One Miconia tree now spreads 8.9 million seeds, endangering Queensland's iconic rainforestsToday, a single mature Miconia tree can produce over 8.9 million seeds in one season. What began as a 1937 garden introduction in tahiti ha...
Can you reuse aluminium foil? 10 practical household uses backed by scienceCleaned aluminum foil offers multiple household uses beyond single use. It effectively removes tarnish from silver through an electrochemic...
From Burning bush to Coral bells: 7 plants change colour throughout the year and look different every seasonSome plants offer year-round beauty by changing the colour of their leaves with the seasons rather than relying on flowers alone. Varieties...
For 40 years, a Sicilian immigrant dug an underground California world, carving 65 rooms, tunnels, and fruit gardens beneath FresnoBaldassare Forestiere built an underground complex in Fresno to escape summer heat. He dug approximately sixty-five rooms and gardens by ha...
Grocery bills rising? Grow these 7 plants at home and save moneyGrowing your own food at home can help reduce grocery expenses while providing fresh, chemical-free ingredients. Easy-to-grow plants like m...