In 1905, an engineer was testing heatproof alloys and made a wire that would not burn out, and the electric toaster came into existenceA special metal alloy called nichrome, invented in 1905, made electric toasters possible. This alloy, a mix of nickel and chromium, could w...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
In 1893, a chemist was silvering double-walled glass for cold gases and made a stubborn flask, which created the thermosIn the pursuit of knowledge, scientist James Dewar engineered an innovative container specifically designed for the exploration of ultra-ch...
10 Jun, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
Psychology says the “cool” parent who lets their child negotiate every boundary is risking one specific outcome, and it usually shows up the moment they enter a professional environmentFor children to flourish, they require a loving touch paired with clear boundaries. Embracing an authoritative parenting style, which blend...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
In 1967, an archaeologist’s spade bit into volcanic ash on Santorini, and Akrotiri emerged like a Bronze Age time capsuleAn extraordinary archaeological discovery in Akrotiri, Santorini, has unveiled a hidden prehistoric metropolis. Entombed under layers of vo...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Psychology says adults who learned to depend on no one as children don’t grow into self-sufficient adults; they grow into people who confuse asking for help with weakness, and slowly build a life no one else knows how to step intoEarly childhood experiences profoundly shape adult attachment styles. Research shows these patterns persist, affecting relationships with p...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Morocco pitches itself as India's gateway to Europe and AfricaMorocco is emerging as a key hub for Indian industries. The nation offers a strategic gateway to European and African markets. This collabo...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.15 AM IST
Psychology says people who seem unusually perceptive about others aren’t just naturally intuitive: They’ve quietly built mental habits that help them read situations before others notice themCertain individuals possess an innate knack for deciphering social nuances. Research in psychology indicates that this ability stems from c...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
In 1748, workers digging near Naples hit painted walls, and Pompeii began returning from ashIn a serendipitous turn of events in 1748, excavations near Naples revealed the buried city of Pompeii, a Roman gem preserved by the volcan...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
Psychology says the people who quietly build enormous success aren’t the ones working the hardest, they’re the ones who learned early to protect their energy from the small daily leaks most adults never noticeAchieving excellence isn't solely about grinding hard. Research in psychology emphasizes the importance of managing one's energy for sharp ...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.27 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
Therapists say people who love their partner but feel suffocated by closeness aren’t cold or uncaring: They often grew up where affection felt unpredictableIn relationships, it’s common for individuals to feel torn between love and the instinct to withdraw. Often rooted in avoidant attachment s...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
In 1796, an English surgeon noticed that milkmaids rarely got smallpox, and the vaccination changed the worldEdward Jenner pioneered the smallpox vaccine in the late 1700s. He noticed milkmaids, who contracted cowpox, were immune to smallpox. Jenne...
02 Jun, 2026, 04.33 PM IST
Molecule glue drugs shake up cancer care, draw big moneyHarvard-born idea doubles survival in trials, triggers pharma frenzy as cos race to target 'undruggable' proteins with next-gen glue therap...
30 May, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
In 1941, a Swiss engineer pulled burrs from his dog’s fur after a walk, and they weren’t just seeds: They revealed the idea behind VelcroOn a brisk afternoon in 1941, while walking through the countryside, Georges de Mestral had a lightbulb moment. His dog was covered in stub...
29 May, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
Psychology says people who take short walks after a stressful day aren’t just getting steps: They are often giving the mind a small recovery windowA short walk after a demanding workday offers significant psychological benefits. Occupational psychology research highlights these strolls...
29 May, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Tata-backed MedTherapy claims CAR-T breakthrough with one-day productionTata Sons-backed biotech startup MedTherapy said it has developed a next-generation CAR-T cell therapy manufacturing platform that can redu...
27 May, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
Psychology says the oldest person in a family who insists on small traditions may be protecting "belonging" more than routineFor many grown-ups, revisiting classic TV series serves as a soothing balm, demanding little mental effort while providing an emotional ref...
26 May, 2026, 03.58 PM IST