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Don’t throw away old newspapers: 7 DIY ideas on how old paper can help clean windows, dry shoes, protect surfaces and moreOld newspapers serve a multitude of practical purposes around the house, extending their use beyond mere recycling. They are excellent for ...- 16-year-old Indian student built a kerosene stove that runs on water, won top prize at science exhibitionAt 16, Vyasji Mishra, a Class 11 student from Devsar in Madhya Pradesh, developed a hybrid stove that used kerosene and steam as alternativ...
- Meet Janak Palta McGilligan: Padma Shri awardee who built a home with no electricity bill, solar cooking and organic farmingJanak Palta McGilligan has adeptly turned her residence into a beacon of sustainability, creating a self-sufficient environment that harnes...
- In 1999, Woody Harrelson started building an 8.5-acre Maui sanctuary around sustainable living. 26 years later, the estate runs on solar power and grows all its own foodIn 1999, Woody Harrelson began creating a sustainable sanctuary on Maui, turning his home into an experiment in simpler living. By 2005, he...
- Mix 1/4 cup vinegar and 1 tablespoon cornstarch into 1 quart of warm water; Arkansas Extension says the homemade glass cleaner can help prevent streaksA DIY cleaner for your windows can be crafted using vinegar and cornstarch, ensuring a clear, gleaming finish. This budget-friendly solutio...
- In 1834, an American blacksmith along with his wife built the first practical DC electric motor, creating a blueprint for modern electrical machineryIn 1834, an American blacksmith along with his wife built the first practical DC electric motor, changing how electrical energy could be co...
- BCCL's Mohit Jain elected chairman of Audit Bureau of CirculationsMohit Jain is set to take the helm of the Audit Bureau of Circulations for the term 2026-27. His vision revolves around captivating the int...
- What to do with empty cardboard boxes? Try these 4 creative DIY reuse ideas for stylish and practical home storageCardboard delivery boxes can be a clever addition to any Indian household. With a few modifications, robust boxes can easily turn into maga...
- Nobel-winning chemist born to Palestinian refugees grew up with 9 siblings in one room without running water or electricity; after moving to the US in 1980, he developed technology to harvest water from dry desert air without electricityOmar M. Yaghi, a distinguished Nobel laureate, grew up in Jordan, where he faced the harsh reality of water scarcity. This early challenge ...
- The most expensive half-sentence in market history, and Warren Buffett wrote the other halfHe wrote it as a caution. Somebody published just one half of it. A great many investors acted on the half they were shown. Warren Buffett ...
- ET World Leaders Forum 2026: Our reform express will move forward at even greater speed, says PM ModiBuilding on the theme of Shared Futures for the ET World Leaders Forum, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says the future of every country is in...
- Quote of the day by Woody Allen: 'Problems are like toilet paper. You pull...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on connected challenges, daily stress, acceptance, patience and human mishapsQuote of the day by Woody Allen, “Problems are like toilet paper. You pull on one and ten more come,” explains how one problem can lead to ...
- She survived an abusive childhood and 40 years of loneliness. Now, she is one of TV's most loved actressesFor nearly seventy years, Usha Nadkarni has mesmerised the audience with her extraordinary talent. Despite facing an abusive upbringing and...
- A high-school-educated Mumbai inventor had earned the title ‘India's Edison' with 200-plus inventions. Actor R Madhavan shares the remarkable story of Shankar Abaji BhiseShankar Abaji Bhise, remembered by R Madhavan in an AI-generated Instagram video, was a self-taught Indian inventor once called the “Edison...
- Quote of the Day by Michael Bloomberg: “Did I want to risk an embarrassing and costly failure? Absolutely. Happiness for me has always been the...” - Inspiring life lesson on embracing uncertainty, taking bold risks, and finding purpose beyond comfort from Bloomberg's timeless quoteToday's Quote of the Day by Michael Bloomberg is a reminder that meaningful success rarely comes without uncertainty. Drawing from his own ...
- Psychology says people who like to read a copy of a newspaper along with a cup of tea everyday in morning aren't avoiding change: What this daily habit may reveal?Psychology says people who like to read a copy of a newspaper along with a cup of tea everyday in morning aren't following an outdated habi...
- America's richest families in 2026: From Walmart's Walton dynasty to the Mars empire, meet the 10 wealthiest family fortunes worth more than $1 trillion combinedAmerica's wealthiest families, led by the Waltons with a staggering $520 billion, continue to dominate the economic landscape. Their fortun...
- Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to riseEurope is reeling from a devastating heatwave, with France reporting over 1,000 excess deaths, primarily among the elderly. Record temperat...
- Regulators warn of 'significant risk' of gas shortages this winter in BritainAccording to energy regulator Ofgem, gas supply to UK households and businesses could be in jeopardy during the coldest months, with proper...
- A whopping 91 per cent Indian families spend on barbers & parlours84% households in both rural & urban areas with city dwelling families spending nearly Rs 500 per month on mobile services.
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