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HOW TO CLEAN WITH BAKING SODA
Psychology suggests people who clean as they cook are practicing small self-control loops that change how calmly they handle busy days- In 1913, a Corning physicist brought home sawed-off battery jars used for railway lanterns: His wife baked a sponge cake in one, and Pyrex was born
- In 1907, a Canton janitor's asthma got so bad he rigged a fan motor, broomstick, and pillowcase into a vacuum: His cousin's husband, W.H. Hoover, bought the patent in 1908
- In 1956, a Cincinnati nursery teacher read about wallpaper putty being used as clay and convinced her brother-in-law to rebrand it as Play-Doh, 2 billion cans laterA humble wallpaper cleaner found new life as Play-Doh. A Cincinnati teacher, Kay Zufall, saw its potential for children's art. Her brother-...17 Jun, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
- Scientists are borrowing a NASA dust-zapping trick to keep solar panels cleaner in dusty places like the American Southwest, India, and the Sahel, and the payoff could be cheaper power with less water and laborSolar power is growing, but dust significantly reduces panel efficiency. A startup, Clear Solar, is using technology developed for Mars rov...17 Jun, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
- Actor R Madhavan left amazed by 30 Manipuri students who removed 600 kg of waste from Dehradun. Who is the 21-year-old changemaker?Actor R Madhavan shared an inspiring story of 21-year-old Cheenglai Lapka Chongtham and a group of Manipuri students in Dehradun. Their ini...17 Jun, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
- India’s first clean economy index fund is here: Should you invest?India's green transition is accelerating, and the Motilal Oswal BSE Clean Environment Index Fund offers a unique passive investment route. ...16 Jun, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
- Psychology says women who clean their house before the cleaning lady arrives aren’t being irrational, but their brain may be responding to a different pressurePsychology suggests that this behavior is rarely the result of simple irrationality. More often, it stems from a combination of impression ...16 Jun, 2026, 08.29 AM IST
- Rainy Day activities for kids: How to keep children busy indoors during monsoon. Here are ten tipsFun rainy day activties for kids: Rainy days offer a chance for indoor fun and learning. Parents can engage children with activities like b...15 Jun, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
- Why India’s green transition must move beyond large-scale renewable projectsAs India pursues ambitious climate and renewable energy goals, decentralised clean energy solutions are emerging as a critical driver of ru...15 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
- How to remove pesticides naturally from your favourite summer fruits: Berries, peaches and plumsSummer's bounty of berries, peaches, and plums offers peak flavour and nutrition. While delicious, these fruits can carry pesticide residue...13 Jun, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
- Dubai World Trade Centre Metro Station's dirty signboard was flagged to authorities. What happened next left the Internet impressedA Dubai resident's Instagram complaint about a dirty metro station signboard led to a swift cleanup the very next day, sparking praise for ...13 Jun, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
- Zen Quote of the day by Buddha: 'Every morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most' How to live in the present and let go of past and future worries with the help of Gautam Buddha's timeless WisdomEach morning brings a new chance to start afresh. Yesterday's events hold no power over today's possibilities. Focusing on present actions ...12 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
- In 1922, a soda-fountain tinkerer built a better spinning blade in a cup, and the blender changed American kitchensThe blender began as a solution for busy soda fountains needing to mix milkshakes quickly. Inventors sought better mixing mechanisms in the...12 Jun, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
- Every '80s home had a velvet-lined box of silver flatware that never left the sideboard; now those sterling sets are the thrift-store kitchen find designers are hunting forThrift stores are witnessing a surprising surge in demand for vintage silver serving ware, with millennials and Gen Z leading the charge. T...10 Jun, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
- How to remove pesticides from mangoes, litchi naturally to make them safe for eatingSummer fruits like mangoes and litchis offer delicious refreshment but may carry pesticide residues. Proper washing techniques, including s...10 Jun, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
- Trump tariffs changed taste of foods in U.S? Label checking reveals shocking detailsTrump Tariffs have grabbed headlines and become the topic of discussion around the world. Now there is a reality-check on the food ingredie...06 Jun, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
- In 1888, a pharmacist’s syrup met carbonated water by chance which made Coca-Cola a global drinkCoca-Cola's origin story is more than just chance. Pharmacist John Pemberton created his syrup during an era of medicinal tonics. The drink...02 Jun, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
- Fake mango alert: How to identify artificially ripened mangoes at home with quick testsAs summer arrives, Indian markets face a surge of mangoes, including artificially ripened ones using harmful chemicals like calcium carbide...27 May, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- How to get streak-free mirrors like hotels without using vinegarAchieve a streak-free hotel-quality mirror at home with a simple DIY solution. Isopropyl alcohol, distilled water, and a drop of dish soap,...23 May, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
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