In 1987, conservationists brought 2 male owls to Norfolk Island for its last surviving female; their descendants later rebuilt the population, but inbreeding still limits recoveryNorfolk Island owls were saved from extinction by a bold conservation effort in 1987. Two male owls were introduced to breed with the last ...
22 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
In the 1700s, a shipwreck brought hundreds of rats to an Alaskan island. 11 years after scientists removed them in 2008, seabirds returned and the ecosystem was recoveredAlaska’s Hawadax Island, formerly called Rat Island, has undergone a striking ecological transformation since invasive rats were eradicated...
22 Sep, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
Psychology says people who prefer their tea or coffee on the balcony may be seeking more than fresh airEnjoying coffee on the balcony does not automatically reveal anything specific about someone’s personality. It does not necessarily mean th...
22 Sep, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
In 1976, American animator Bob Boyle helped launch a campaign against Hudson River pollution. 39 years later, EPA's cleanup had removed more than 3 million cubic yards of PCB-contaminated sedimentIn 1976, American animator Bob Boyle helped launch a campaign against Hudson River pollution. The record shows that Robert H. “Bob” Boyle w...
21 Sep, 2026, 09.51 PM IST
India can do without US steel exports, says Naveen Jindal; flags domestic demand as key growth driverNaveen Jindal, chairman of Jindal Steel, said India can sustain its steel industry without depending on exports to the US, as domestic dema...
21 Sep, 2026, 06.18 PM IST
How Avas is shaping Alibaug’s emerging wellness real estate landscapeAvas is redefining luxury living in Alibaug with new residential communities, Casa Avana and the upcoming Avas Wellness Club, bringing toge...
21 Sep, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
Quote of the day by George Washington Carver, 'Nothing is more beautiful than the loveliness of the woods before sunrise' offers timeless advice on nature, mindfulness, quiet moments, everyday inspirationQuote of the day by George Washington Carver encourages us to notice a moment that many people never see because they are asleep, busy or d...
21 Sep, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
Equity market correction nears 2 years: What history tells investors and what should they do - hold, buy or exitIndian stock markets have languished with nearly two years of stagnant returns since late 2024. This lengthy phase of sideways trading serv...
21 Sep, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Rs 4 crore property dispute, fraud cases under lens in Delhi realtor's killing probeInvestigators are examining financial dealings of Anya Vats and Sanyam Sachdeva. A cheating case involving over Rs 1.2 crore is under scrut...
21 Sep, 2026, 09.09 AM IST
In 1997, actor Marcos Palmeira bought a degraded farm in Brazil to restore native forest. 29 years later, around 130 hectares were undergoing Atlantic Forest restorationActor Marcos Palmeira purchased Fazenda Vale das Palmeiras in Teresópolis in 1997. The property transitioned from conventional vegetable pr...
21 Sep, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
Aadhaar authentication mandatory for subsidised LPG refills from October 1; 27.43 crore consumers already coveredDomestic LPG consumers must complete Biometric Aadhaar Authentication for subsidised cylinder refills. This authentication process is manda...
19 Sep, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
Weekly Numerology Horoscope (21st September - 27th September, 2026): Speak Up, Make Connections and Turn Ideas Into OpportunitiesSeptember 21–27, 2026 brings a livelier, more expressive energy. After last week’s quieter and emotionally sensitive tone, conversations, s...
18 Sep, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
LNG gets too hot for Asia at $26, but India keeps buyingAsian LNG demand is projected to decrease this year, with Northeast Asia seeing the largest drop. India and Bangladesh continue to secure s...
17 Sep, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
In 2006, an artist installed 75 human figures off Grenada after a hurricane damaged its reefs; corals later colonized them alongside parrotfish, shrimp and firewormsAfter Hurricane Ivan wreaked havoc on Molinere Bay's coral reefs in Grenada, expert efforts saw the installation of concrete sculptures. A ...
16 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
In 1995, John D. Liu filmed 1 Loess Plateau project in China where slopes were terraced, vegetation restored and water managed. 25 years later, 35,000 sq km had recoveredChina's Loess Plateau, once severely eroded, underwent significant ecological recovery. Communities actively participated in restoration ef...
15 Sep, 2026, 09.14 PM IST
On Jan 5, 2011, the USS Kittiwake was scuttled off Grand Cayman; five years later, 120,800 divers and snorkelers had visited as fish, corals, and other marine life moved inThe USS Kittiwake, once a proud Navy ship, now serves as an artificial reef off the coast of Grand Cayman, drawing in countless divers and ...
15 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Psychology says embracing pain and sorrow can deepen meaning and renew purpose by helping you build and reinvest in personal valueSadness illuminates our deepest values, showcasing the significance of loved ones and treasured moments. Embracing this emotion is crucial ...
15 Sep, 2026, 12.20 PM IST