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African proverb of the day: 'He who digs a grave for his enemy might as well be digging one for...' - thought-provoking life lessons on why revenge can backfire on you and how to handle conflict in a smart way- Fed up of mosquitoes? 6 indoor plants that can reduce mosquitos in your home
- In 1958, when China ordered a nationwide sparrow slaughter to protect grain crops, what followed was 2 million human deaths
- What is the West Nile virus discovered in California? Symptoms, treatment, vaccines and all details explainedWest Nile virus has been detected in California after two dead crows tested positive in San Diego County, prompting officials to urge mosqu...02 Jun, 2026, 11.39 PM IST
- Why tech giant Google is planning to release 32,00,00,000 mosquitoes in the USGoogle's parent company, Alphabet, plans to release 32 million specially treated mosquitoes in California and Florida. This initiative aims...02 Jun, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
- How to get rid of lizards without killing them: Simple home remedies that workLizards are beneficial visitors, helping control insect populations. Instead of removal, focus on making homes less attractive to them. Sim...16 May, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
- African proverb of the day: 'He who refuses to obey cannot...' - inspiring lessons on leadership, respect, discipline and why great leaders must first learn to followAfrican proverb of the day: True leadership begins with obedience. This African proverb teaches that learning to follow instructions builds...13 May, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
- Scientists finally figured out how mosquitoes track and bite humansMosquitoes possess a hidden sense: they track your body heat using infrared radiation. Researchers discovered this ability, which, when com...12 May, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Helen Mirren: 'No need to hurry. No need to sparkle. No need to be anybody but oneself' ; life lessons from British actressDame Helen Mirren champions authenticity and self-acceptance. Her words encourage living genuinely without seeking external approval. This ...10 May, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
- Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM: Here's what TVK promised ahead of Assembly pollsTamil actor Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has taken charge as Tamil Nadu's new government. Vijay is now the Chief Minister. The ...10 May, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
- How to keep mosquitoes away using burnt coffee powderTired of mosquito bites and chemical repellents? Burnt coffee powder offers a simple, natural, and effective way to keep mosquitoes away. T...08 May, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
- This tiny spider uses city lights to become an efficient urban predatorA minuscule spider, Pikelinia floydmuraria, is revolutionizing predator behavior studies by hunting prey significantly larger than itself. ...08 May, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
- April rains fuel dengue surge in Delhi as mosquito breeding spikes across cityDelhi is witnessing a surge in dengue cases. April's erratic rainfall has led to over half of this year's infections being reported. This t...06 May, 2026, 07.52 PM IST
- Why Your Bat House Might Not Fix Mosquitoes the Way You ThinkBat houses offer shelter for bats, a vital role in conservation efforts. While bats do eat insects, including mosquitoes, this is not a gua...05 May, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
- Trump’s Hormuz blockade has deepened a historic shipping crisisThe Strait of Hormuz has effectively shut to global shipping after the US, led by Donald Trump, imposed a blockade on Iran-linked vessels, ...26 Apr, 2026, 06.49 AM IST
- Why mosquitoes bite some people more and easy prevention tipsMosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti, are drawn to humans by a combination of visual cues like dark colours and chemical signals such as ...25 Mar, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
- Why Are There Almost No Mosquitoes at Disney World? The Science Behind ItWalt Disney World employs a sophisticated environmental engineering strategy to combat mosquitoes, focusing on preventing breeding by manag...03 Mar, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
- Ottawa residents warned as mosquitoes arrive early, what you can do nowOttawa is experiencing an early mosquito season due to a warm, wet spring, with larvae appearing in mid-April. Experts advise residents to ...18 May, 2025, 06.36 PM IST
- India investigates if organochlorines behind unknown illness in Andhra PradeshThe unknown illness has infected more than 300 children, with most of them suffering from dizziness, fainting spells, headache and vomiting...08 Dec, 2020, 10.19 AM IST
- This tech giant is gearing up to remove mosquitoes around the worldIt’s unclear what would happen if the world’s disease-causing mosquitoes were done away with.30 Nov, 2018, 11.18 AM IST
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