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
Quote of the Day by the American singer Frank Sinatra: 'Regrets, I’ve had a few but then again too few to mention...'- A timeless reminder of the iconic 'My Way' song that the greatest success in life is doing it your own wayFrank Sinatra's iconic "My Way" offers a timeless philosophy of living authentically, embracing mistakes, and staying true to oneself. More...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
Russian fuel crisis prompts rush for Chinese electric carsRussian drivers are flocking to Chinese electric vehicles amid severe fuel shortages caused by escalating Ukrainian strikes on energy infra...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
Quote of the day from psychologist Carl Jung on parenting mistakes: ‘The greatest burden a child must bear is the unlived life of its parents.’ Founder of analytical psychology on the dangers of expectations on childrenPsychologist Carl Jung's profound insight reveals how parents can unconsciously burden children with their own unfulfilled dreams and regre...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Quote of the day by Greek poet Archilochus: ‘The fox knows many things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing,’ what it teaches us about multitasking vs mastering one purposeAn ancient Greek proverb, "The fox knows many things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing," offers a timeless lesson on focus. Isaiah Berl...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Karl Marx: "To be radical is to grasp the root of the matter. But for man, the root is..." — Learn timeless lessons on self-awareness, purpose, and meaningful change from the philosopher whose single book reshaped history and forever transformed how the world understands societyQuote of the Day by Karl Marx offers a timeless lesson on human nature, critical thinking, and meaningful change. His powerful words encour...
03 Jul, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
How to sleep in a heat wave without AC: Experts reveal when to stop using a fan and the simple bathroom hack that helpsMillions of Americans are searching for how to keep a bedroom cool without AC as record summer heat pushes nighttime temperatures higher. O...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.10 AM IST
Psychology says loving the color orange may reveal hidden personality traits: Why people who love orange might be the warmest people you knowPsychology says loving the color orange may reveal surprising clues about your personality, emotional strengths and the way you connect wit...
02 Jul, 2026, 05.04 PM 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
US job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.6 million in MayDespite the economic fallout from the Iran war and soaring energy prices, the U.S. job market shows surprising strength. Job openings in Ma...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
France's Omaha Beach, where D-Day soldiers fell 82 years ago, is still bleeding metal; scientists found 4% of one sand sample composed of shrapnelTiny metal fragments, remnants of World War II artillery, have been discovered in Omaha Beach sand, revealing a microscopic legacy of the D...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
A 1611 Renaissance painting captured a bat eating a bird 400 years before scientists fully documented itA 17th-century painting by Jan Brueghel the Elder may have captured a remarkable natural phenomenon centuries before science confirmed it: ...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
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...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
An island of colorblind people: Around 1775, just 20 people survived a Pacific typhoon, and one rare mutation still affects the vision of many descendants todayA remote Micronesian island, Pingelap, is home to a unique genetic condition where a significant portion of its population experiences comp...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
This tiny Indian village receives 5 times more rain than Mumbai every year, yet its residents have mastered the art of survival with ancient tricks smarter than modern techIn Mawsynram, the world's wettest village, residents have mastered living with relentless rain. Their ingenious 'knup' rain shields, crafte...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
This ‘dinosaur tree', which survived for 90 million years was found growing in a hidden canyon in AustraliaDinosaur tree found in Australia: A 'living fossil,' the Wollemi pine, once thought extinct, was rediscovered in Australia in 1994. This an...
26 Jun, 2026, 06.31 PM IST