UK food agency warns against runny eggs amid salmonella outbreak; these people should avoid mayonnaise, soufflé and hollandaise sauce tooIn light of a concerning salmonella outbreak affecting over 200 people in the UK, vulnerable populations are urged to steer clear of underc...
21 Aug, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
Since 1965, Florida has used the alligatorweed flea beetle to control invasive mats; once established, it can cause them to collapse within about 3 monthsA small but mighty insect, the alligatorweed flea beetle, has proven to be an efficient guardian against the spread of invasive alligatorwe...
21 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
In 2010, researchers tested solar panels with white lines; the modified surfaces were up to 26 times less attractive to polarotactic insectsSolar panels, with their shiny surfaces, can inadvertently attract insects seeking water. This phenomenon leads to ecological harm, disrupt...
20 Aug, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Earlier this year, Smithsonian scientists decoded the pheromones that determine whether bee daughters stay home or leave. It produced surprising clues about how simple insect societies evolve into complex communitiesBee pheromones: New research reveals queen bees use chemical signals to guide daughters. These pheromones influence whether daughters remai...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
No starving, no steroids: At 40, Yash flaunts six-pack abs and a muscular physique in Toxic with simple protein and carb sources. What does he eat in a day?Yash's impressive muscular build for his role in Toxic has grabbed attention worldwide. His diet features high protein and carbohydrates so...
09 Aug, 2026, 07.37 AM IST
French proverb of the day: 'Bees touch no...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on natural attraction, opportunities, success, vitality, substance, character, social attention and relationshipsFrench proverb of the day brings attention to the traditional saying, "Bees touch no fading flowers." The proverb explains how people are o...
07 Aug, 2026, 02.45 AM IST
How to use aluminium foil to make dead LED bulb light up: Science trick that could bring it back to lifeSometimes, LED bulbs can stop working early because of a single diode failure. A clever DIY tip involves using aluminium foil to circumvent...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
A healthier heart, lower diabetes risk, and weight loss. How to switch to a Mediterranean-style diet graduallyEmbracing the Mediterranean diet offers significant wellness benefits and supports sustainable weight loss. This eating pattern centers on ...
04 Aug, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
Study from 2009–10 found organic free-range eggs could come with an unexpected climate cost and may not be the greenest choice after allBuying organic free-range eggs feels like the ultimate green choice. But new research from the University of Oxford shows an unexpected cli...
30 Jul, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
Many people keep cooking on a scratched non-stick pan, but researchers found that a single crack in the coating can release around 9,100 plastic particles into the foodScratched nonstick pans shed thousands of tiny plastic particles into food. These particles come from the Teflon coating, which is a type o...
21 Jul, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
Born at IIT, this battery tech targets a market China doesn't dominate—yetOffgrid Energy Labs, whose battery technology was developed through R&D in India, is betting on zinc-bromine batteries for long-duration en...
14 Jul, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
Do mosquitoes always bite you but leave everyone else alone? Scientists say these hidden body signals could be the reason why your are targetedMosquito bite reasons explained: Mosquitoes are not randomly selecting their targets for bites. They detect signals like carbon dioxide and...
11 Jul, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
Proverb of the day: 'An egg today is better than a...' Life lessons on unnecessary risks, tangible reality, hypothetical dreams, patience, certainty and immediate securityProverb of the day teaches that a small and certain benefit is often more valuable than waiting for a larger but uncertain reward. The sayi...
07 Jul, 2026, 01.38 AM IST
Psychology says people who automate small decisions of their life may be reducing mental fatigue, and conserving energy for what really mattersWaking up to a barrage of small decisions can drain your mental energy, impacting your ability to tackle important tasks. Psychologists sug...
06 Jul, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
Psychology says people who keep eating the same cereal every day for breakfast aren’t boring, they may be making a smarter decision than the restPsychology says eating the same cereal every morning may be influenced by habit formation, decision fatigue, self-regulation, and the brain...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
No gym, no weight-lifting: Akshay Kumar reveals secret to staying fit at 58, says he follow one ancient diet rule from shastras to stay trimBollywood's fitness icon, Akshay Kumar, at 58, reveals his secret to peak physical condition without gym visits. He champions functional st...
29 Jun, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
9 animal dads who put human fathers to shame this Father's DayAnimal fathers display some of the most fascinating parenting behaviors in nature. From seahorses where males carry pregnancies, to giant w...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.28 AM IST