In 2023, scientists placed ultrasonic microphones at 12 Midwest solar plants to see how bats responded. 3 years later, the recordings revealed about 50% more calls above the panels than nearby fields, suggesting the sites were attracting activityMidwest solar farms with native plants showed increased bat activity during spring. Bat calls were fifty percent higher over solar sites th...
13 Aug, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
Oregon veterinarian, 59, quit his $150,000 executive job for 'soft retirement'—now, he earns almost twice as much while working flexible shifts on his own terms, spending more time with family and escaping corporate burnoutAt the age of 59, Oregon veterinarian Ron Titterington walked away from a stressful $150,000-a-year executive job and chose “soft retiremen...
13 Aug, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
Psychologists say people who love spending time alone aren't necessarily introverts, they may have a stronger sense of autonomyPeople who genuinely enjoy spending time alone are not necessarily introverts, psychologists say. Research suggests that a preference for s...
13 Aug, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
Why did the Maya hide a jade stone inside their tooth? A mysterious inlay found in an ancient molar offers new clues about one of history’s most intriguing dental practicesNew research indicates that the ancient Maya employed jadeite inlays to repair damaged teeth, as demonstrated by a piece found embedded in ...
12 Aug, 2026, 11.53 PM IST
As AI makes answers instant, schools face a bigger question: How do we teach students to think?As AI tools offer instant answers, students face a new challenge: understanding the 'why' behind solutions. The ET Masterclass AI for Acade...
12 Aug, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
Think perfectionism leads to success? Psychology says it could be holding you backPerfectionism can act as a double-edged sword, inspiring individuals to excel while simultaneously inducing stress and anxiety. Studies ind...
12 Aug, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
In 2017, scientists watched the sky go dark during a Solar Eclipse, and across 17 species. Animals suddenly behaved differently, from giraffes running to tortoises mating, revealing a surprising response to the disappearance of daylightIn an extraordinary 2017 solar eclipse, zoo animals displayed peculiar behaviors that took researchers by surprise. Galapagos tortoises sta...
12 Aug, 2026, 02.03 AM IST
Quote of the day by Alan Furst: 'Good people don't spend their time being good. Good people want to spend their time...' - inspiring quote by author of Night Soldiers and The Polish Officer teaches life lessons on character, human nature and what separates good people from bad peopleQuote of the day by Alan Furst: Novelist Alan Furst suggests good people focus on daily life and simple pleasures. Bad people, conversely, ...
11 Aug, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Pandemic is over but Covid-19 is not: Study says it may reactivate dormant viruses in your bodyThe emergence of severe COVID-19 cases has the potential to awaken dormant viruses already residing in the body. Researchers have identifie...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
Psychology says people who laugh before answering difficult questions may be buying their brain timeLaughter isn't always a reaction to something funny. It can also help regulate social tension and ease uncomfortable moments. When someone ...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Full-fat milk, cheese and dairy every day? Canadian study delivers surprising findings on weight and cholesterolIn a groundbreaking Canadian research project involving 74 adults, evidence emerged showing that full-fat dairy does not contribute to weig...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Direct mutual funds: Why lower fees may not mean higher returnsIntroduced in 2013, direct mutual fund plans present a cost-effective alternative for investors, accounting for thirty percent of total ass...
10 Aug, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
In 1875, Charles Darwin first suggested two plant species might be carnivorous, new study finds unique flower matches legendary naturalists' hypothesis. Check how does it catch insectsCatching insects comes with a potential drawback. Many carnivorous plants depend on insects for pollination and risk trapping the very visi...
10 Aug, 2026, 01.13 AM IST
Diet soda could be harming your brain health: 62% thinking skills loss linked to artificial sweeteners over 8 years, new research findsA new study published in Neurology has linked higher consumption of certain artificial sweeteners to faster cognitive decline over eight ye...
09 Aug, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
Massachusetts put 832 solar panels on 10-foot stilts above cropland; then farmers planted broccoli beneath themAgrivoltaics represents a groundbreaking synergy of solar energy production and agricultural practices, enabling land to yield both crops a...
06 Aug, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
Psychology says people touch their face for more reasons than nervousnessPsychology says people touch their faces for far more reasons than nervousness alone. While face touching may sometimes accompany stress or...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
Arabian proverb of the day: ‘God gave the giraffe a long neck so that he would not have to bend the palm tree’ - A timeless life lesson on embracing your uniquenessToday's Arabian proverb of the day: The Arabian proverb highlights that natural traits serve a specific purpose. The giraffe's long neck ex...
04 Aug, 2026, 05.09 PM IST