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In the early 2000s, researchers found that holding their breath for days helps insects stay aliveMore than twenty years after those early studies attracted attention, scientists continue investigating how insects breathe, survive, and a...
They say cockroaches survived the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki; Can the small insect survive a nuclear blast? The truth behind one of science's biggest mythsCockroaches are not indestructible and cannot survive nuclear explosions. Their cells divide less frequently, making them more radiation re...
Tired of ants taking over your home? This natural powder could help eliminate them without harsh chemicals in minutesDiatomaceous earth offers a natural solution for household pest problems. This fossilized diatom powder dehydrates insects, providing effec...
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...
Why mosquitoes bite some people more than others, and it has nothing to do with 'sweet blood'Mosquitoes are attracted to a unique blend of human body odors. This personal scent is determined by skin bacteria and sweat composition. B...
Psychology says people who are scared of cockroaches, bugs or house lizard aren't weak: What this behavior means, the psychology behind it, and what studies explainPsychology says people who are scared of cockroaches, bugs or house lizard aren't always reacting without reason. Psychology explains that ...
Scientists just gave remote-controlled cockroaches tiny underwater suits, and the insects kept walking for up to 3 hours because the oxygen trick could help search flooded disaster zones and maybe even extreme worlds like MarsSearch-and-rescue teams may soon deploy a new six-legged ally: a cyborg cockroach equipped with a wearable diving suit. This innovation all...
Fed up of mosquitoes? 6 indoor plants that can reduce mosquitos in your homeMosquitoes are a persistent problem in India, but natural remedies offer a greener solution. Several indoor plants, including Lemon Balm, C...
A common US tick bite can make you allergic to meat. Doctors warn of a strange syndromeA lone star tick bite can trigger alpha-gal syndrome, causing severe allergic reactions to red meat and dairy. This immune response develop...
Bark piled against trunks can quietly shorten a tree’s life, experts warnGardeners are warned about a common landscaping mistake. Piling mulch high against tree trunks, called 'mulch volcanoes,' can damage trees....
Bee sting caused Karisma Kapoor’s ex-husband Sunjay Kapur’s death? Bees can at times trigger a heart attack, say expertsIndian automotive tycoon Sunjay Kapur, Chairman of Sona Comstar and former husband of actress Karisma Kapoor, tragically passed away in Eng...
Rabbit fever, a 'rare' disease, sees over 50% rise in US: What are its symptoms and precautionary measures?Tularemia, also commonly known as 'rabbit fever' has witnessed more than 50 per cent rise in the US in recent years. Rabbit fever can sprea...
14-year-old girl dies after eating pesticide sprayed cabbage; Here are five other vegetables high in pesticidesA 14-year-old girl in Sri Ganganagar district died after consuming a pesticide-sprayed cabbage leaf from her field. She felt nauseous and w...
Cockroach found in lungs of 55-year-old man in Kerala: ReportAs per a report of Asianet News, the incident happened on February 22. The man then approached the Amritha Hospital in Kochi complaining of...
Your sense of smell holds clues to your overall healthSince ancient Greek times, we've known that we smell differently when we are unwell. While we rely on blood analysis today, ancient Greek p...
First ever true millipede with over 1,000 feet foundScientists have discovered the world's first true millipede, a study said Thursday, describing a long, thin and segmented creature with a w...
- Christie's London auction of South Asian art grosses Pound 4.3 million
Christie's London auction of South Asian art has grossed £4.3 million. 78% of the lots have been sold out.
- Tyeb Mehta, Atul Dodiya among Christie's top 3 artworks
The top ten artworks in the London auction of Christie's are Tyeb Mehta’s Untititled (Figure on Rickshaw) , Atul Dodiya’s Father, Jitish Ka...
- DRDO now takes on mosquitoes, launches repellent cream
Based on Diethyl Phenyl Acetamide (DEPA) technology, the product has gone under a series of advancements after its initial launch a few yea...
- Inalienable truths
Crypto-zoologists may get an unexpected extraterrestrial thumbs up, not to mention those who believe that Nessie, Big Foot and Yeti do inha...