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In 1886, a wealthy hostess tired of broken crockery built a machine with water jets, and the dishwasher entered the modern kitchenA socialite named Josephine Cochrane invented the first dishwasher in 1886. She was frustrated by her fine dishes breaking during handwashi...- In 1984, peat cutters in England saw a foot in the dark bog, and an Iron Age mystery surfacedIn a serendipitous turn of events, a Cheshire peat bog unveiled Lindow Man, a remarkably preserved Iron Age figure. The bog’s unique enviro...
- Will SpaceX IPO make Elon Musk a trillionaire?He is already the richest man in the world, but when SpaceX finally makes its hotly anticipated stock market debut, Elon Musk could become ...
- 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...
- From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprintIn a series of measures, many revealed here for the first time, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) is giving banks policy incentives and beh...
- (Dashamlav) Bindu khatre mein hai!The humble decimal point is in trouble. Once a symbol of accuracy, it is now often ignored or rounded off. Prices are no longer precise, an...
- US Cyber Command vs China offensive cyber gap and CYBERCOM 2.0 mastery strategy—is US falling behind?The U.S.-China cyber race is entering a decisive phase. China has rapidly expanded its offensive cyber capabilities, with U.S. officials wa...
- Quote of the day by Gordon Ramsay: ‘The minute you start compromising for the sake of…’ – Legendary chef on self-respect and pleasing everyoneFamed chef Gordon Ramsay believes compromising to flatter others is a 'game over' moment, sacrificing integrity for comfort. His philosophy...
- World holds breath as US, Iran close in on dealUS and Iran are reportedly nearing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with senior American officials indicating progress despite Presid...
- Once a school principal, now a car expert. Meet 73-year-old Jammu woman breaking age stereotypes with her excellent driving skills and proving that ‘dreams do not expire’Defying age and skepticism, 73-year-old Vidya Kaur from Jammu and Kashmir achieved her lifelong dream of driving. Rejected by a driving sch...
- Ebola outbreak, but no vaccine; WHO declares international emergency over rare strain spreadThe World Health Organization has declared an international health emergency for the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and...
- IMD new monsoon forecast system: How AI will allow weather department in predicting rainsThe India Meteorological Department has launched an AI-enabled monsoon advance forecasting system and a high-resolution spatial rainfall fo...
- Scientists say Earth’s crust is sinking beneath central Turkey in a strange circular pattern, and they believe they finally know whyScientists have discovered a 'bullseye' of rapid sinking in Turkey's Konya Basin. This unusual land subsidence is linked to deep tectonic a...
- The Dinosaur Everyone Thought Was Lonely May Have Had Friends After AllNew fossil footprints are challenging the long-held image of Stegosaurus as a solitary creature. A 2024 study reveals trackways suggesting ...
- Quote of the day by American poet Louise Gluck: ‘We look at the world once, in…’ powerful words on childhood and innocenceQuote of the Day: Nobel laureate Louise Gluck's words highlight childhood's pure wonder. She suggests adult life is a recollection of these...
- The overlooked ruler feature that protects measurement accuracyA social media post sparked curiosity about the blank space before zero on rulers. This design feature, often overlooked, safeguards measur...
- Vijay's TVK: Numbers matter but the genie can't go back in the bottleTamil Nadu's political landscape is in flux as the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerges as the single-largest party but falls short of a ...
- Quote of the day by Rosa Parks: “You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right” — Why you must raise your voice against injustice? Life lessons on integrity and justice by the pivotal Civil Rights activistQuote of the day by Rosa Parks: “You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.” Rosa Parks delivered a timeless mess...
- In 1932, Carl Anderson Saw a Particle Curve the Wrong Way, And Discovered the PositronIn 1932, Arthur Compton's experiments with cosmic rays revealed an unexpected particle. This particle, observed via a cloud chamber, posses...
- Quote of the Day by George Saunders: 'Humor is what happens when we're…'—Inspiring quotes by the famous American author best known for his short stories and his novel Lincoln in the BardoQuote of the Day: George Saunders believes humor is a direct and quick delivery of truth, cutting through politeness and softening. His quo...
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