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In 2018, UNICEF began turning Ivory Coast's plastic waste into LEGO-like bricks; how five tonnes of plastic can build one new classroomUNICEF said that five tonnes of recycled plastic were sufficient to construct one classroom. Each classroom covered around 68 square metres...
In 2014, Oslo began turning household food waste into biogas; the plant was designed to process 50,000 tonnes a year and fuel 135 city busesThe plant near the Norwegian capital was designed to treat 50,000 tons of food waste per year to produce around 14,000 cubic meters per day...
Donald Trump says he sleeps just 4-5 hours a night. What does science say about sleeping less, and how much sleep do Americans need?Donald Trump reportedly operates on just four to five hours of sleep each night. Research indicates that most adults require seven to eight...
From Rs 25,000 to Rs 2.5 crore: Three Pune brothers turn college kabada project into goldmine, sold 20 lakh kg scrapThree Pune brothers have transformed a college project into a Rs 2.5 crore scrap collection business. Jayesh, Ganesh and Vaibhav Pakhale st...
Diwali 2026: Today! Lakshmi Puja Muhurat, Dhanteras, Govardhan Puja And Bhai Dooj - Check Complete 5-Day Festival CalendarDiwali 2026 will be celebrated today, November 8, with Lakshmi-Ganesh Puja, diya lighting and festive rituals across India. Check the auspi...
Diwali 2026 Gift Ideas: What India Is Actually Buying This Year — From Gourmet Hampers to Smart GadgetsIn 2026, Diwali gifting trends are shifting towards practical and personalized choices, moving away from the classic sweets. Gifts in deman...
Dhanteras 2026 what to buy and what's not: Gold, silver, namak, dhaniya, 6 auspicious items you can buy on Dhantrayodashi and dos and dont't for prosperity and make Lord Kuber happyDhanteras 2026 will take place on November 6, kicking off the vibrant Diwali celebrations. As part of this tradition, many individuals inve...
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%Oil prices matter to the Indian economy, and the market responded with a smart rally as Brent crude cooled significantly on Monday. The ral...
Your Halloween pumpkin could become a climate problem. What you do on November 1 after the spooky party mattersHalloween pumpkins can produce methane when they decompose without oxygen in landfills. People need to check how they can properly remove d...
The grease hunters of Bengaluru want Leftover fryer oil to fuel India’s JetsBengaluru has become a hub for innovative biofuel initiatives as collectors harvest old cooking oil from restaurants for energy production....
Sugar stocks: Short-term pain is real; has the long-term case broken? 7 stocks from the sugar-ethanol ecosystemThough this year's ethanol tender leaves sugar out, the long-term blending roadmap still points to rising ethanol use. The move is aimed at...
‘Massive protests would erupt’: NRI says South Korea’s strict waste rules like dumping only washed food boxes and no onion peels in bins are unthinkable in IndiaAn Indian content creator living in South Korea has highlighted the country's strict waste disposal rules, including washing plastic food c...
13-year-old Kaia Minn uses orange peels to develop biodegradable seed pods that could help restore forestsA 13-year-old teen girl from Massachusetts, Kaia Minn, has developed biodegradable seed pods using discarded citrus peels and other plant-b...
Indian social worker Reema Nanavaty gets Hillary Rodham Clinton AwardReema Nanavaty, Director of the Self-Employed Women's Association of India, was recently honored with the Hillary Rodham Clinton Award. The...
Pakistan ranks worst in South Asia on 2026 Global Hunger Index as food insecurity deepensPakistan has been reported to have the worst performance in South Asia regarding the 2026 Global Hunger Index. The country is grappling wit...
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%A piece of advice for those who still have the stomach to invest in the current volatile market. Don’t take any price action as the gospel ...
UK’s ‘Poo Bus’ ran on human waste and food scraps. How five people’s annual waste fuels a 300 km journeyThe UK launched the Bio-Bus, a 40-seat vehicle powered by biomethane made from human sewage and food waste in 2014. Operated between Bath a...
From lassi to walnuts, Harvard doctor names foods and drinks to add to your diet to age healthilyHarvard gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi has shared foods and drinks to include in a diet for healthy ageing. His recommendations includ...
Stale crackers and cereal can turn crisp again instead of going in the trash; a few minutes in a 425°F oven can drive off enough moisture to revive the crunchReviving your stale dry snacks, like crackers, is simple and effective. Using an oven to eliminate excess moisture can bring back their del...
Pitru Paksha 2026: What to Donate, Who Should Receive It and Which Day Is Best? Check Daan Items Before October 10As Pitru Paksha draws to a close, with Sarva Pitru Amavasya on October 10, 2026, it is a pivotal time for honoring ancestors. Families are ...