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Thailand promoted Leucaena trees for fodder and reforestation, but scientists found that the fast-growing species is suppressing the natural regeneration of native forestsThailand's well-intentioned tree planting initiative with Leucaena leucocephala has backfired, with scientists discovering the fast-growing...04 Jul, 2026, 04.57 PM IST- Malaysia's tallest rainforest trees keep pumping water to their highest branches even during drought, thanks to a hidden hydraulic adaptation, scientists foundA groundbreaking study challenges the long-held belief that taller trees are more vulnerable to drought. Researchers found that giant dipte...04 Jul, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
- Hawaii, in the late 1800s, planted Leucaena trees for fodder and fuelwood, but scientists now say the invasive trees have replaced native habitats that evolved nowhere else on EarthHawaii's idyllic image belies a significant ecological challenge: Leucaena, an introduced shrub, now covers 10% of the islands. Brought for...04 Jul, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
- What is The Odyssey about? The 3,000-year-old Greek tale behind Christopher Nolan's ambitious new movie explainedChristopher Nolan's The Odyssey brings Homer's nearly 3,000-year-old Greek epic to the big screen, following Odysseus' decade-long struggle...04 Jul, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Cillian Murphy: "If someone asks a stupid question, you can only give a..." - Oscar-winning actor of Oppenheimer teaches life lessons on communication, humility, respect, empathy and how to answer to difficult questionsCillian Murphy quote today: Actor Cillian Murphy emphasizes humility and emotional intelligence when responding to questions, suggesting th...04 Jul, 2026, 05.38 AM IST
- Portugal in the 20th century planted millions of Australian eucalyptus trees for the paper industry, but scientists now say the country's forests are more fire-prone and far less biodiverse than native woodlandsPortugal's widespread eucalyptus plantations, established for industry, are now fueling devastating wildfires. These fast-growing trees, im...03 Jul, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
- Since 1978, China has planted 66 billion trees to fight the desert; scientists just found they are outpacing natural forests by 66%China's massive tree-planting initiative, aimed at combating desertification, has yielded surprising results. New research indicates these ...03 Jul, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
- African proverb of the day: 'The forest not only hides man's enemies but is full of man's medicine, healing power and...' - this thought-provoking African saying teaches life lessons on importance of our environment and why nature is humanity's greatest resourceAfrican proverb of the day: An African saying highlights humanity's deep reliance on nature, emphasizing that even seemingly dangerous envi...03 Jul, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
- Prudent ignoranceChristopher Hitchens, in 'Hitch 22', explores the allure of blissful ignorance, admitting envy for those untouched by harsh realities. Whil...02 Jul, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Christoph Waltz: 'You can't always do the extraordinary, in between you have to do the ordinary. Because if you...' - Oscar-winning actor of Inglourious Basterds and Django Unchained explains why ordinary work is the foundation of extraordinary achievementsChristoph Waltz quote today: Actor Christoph Waltz highlights that routine and daily dedication are not mere pauses but the very structure ...02 Jul, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
- Britain in the 1920s planted millions of Sitka spruce trees for timber, but scientists now say the country's forests support far fewer birds, plants, and insects than native woodlandsBritain's vast Sitka spruce plantations, while economically vital, host a surprisingly limited number of species compared to native trees. ...02 Jul, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
- Israel, in the mid-1900s, planted millions of pine trees, and ecologists later found that the Mediterranean shrubs that grew back underneath decided which birds would move inPine forests teeming with birdlife have a secret: it's not the trees, but the undergrowth. A study reveals that dense shrub layers dramatic...02 Jul, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
- Psychology says people reporting alien contact show higher levels of dissociation and paranormal belief compared to othersA UK based study suggests that people reporting alien contact often share distinct psychological traits, including higher levels of dissoci...02 Jul, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
- Psychology says people who live in recreational vehicles or motorhomes aren't avoiding life: What this behavior revealsPsychology says people who live in recreational vehicles or motorhomes aren't simply escaping responsibilities. Research and psychological ...02 Jul, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
- While trees across Bengaluru fall during heavy monsoon storms, this engineer’s 600-sq-ft rooftop forest of 100+ fruits, vegetables and medicinal plants stands strongBengaluru's monsoon woes are being countered by a remarkable five-storey rooftop forest, cultivated by engineer Venkataraman. This 600-squa...30 Jun, 2026, 10.15 PM IST
- What’s beneath Switzerland? A massive scan just revealed the hidden landscapeSwitzerland’s new 10-meter resolution sunlight map (swissrad10) tracks solar energy across complex terrain. By measuring shifting shadows f...30 Jun, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
- Against all odds, one of nature’s most colorful little survivors just made an incredible returnA vibrant blue gecko, once threatened by the pet trade and habitat loss, is making a remarkable comeback in Tanzania. Conservation efforts,...29 Jun, 2026, 08.25 PM IST
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