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In 1934, a chemist pulled a sticky polymer into a thread, and nylon moved toward everyday lifeIn a twist of fate, a humble lab experiment by chemist Julian Hill in the 1930s turned a sticky substance into a global phenomenon. What st...- Unconventional ways during war and uncertain times: 4 stocks with dividend yield of up to 5.9%A high dividend yield by itself is not a sign of safety. Sometimes, a stock yields more only because the price has collapsed for a valid re...
- 98 on 98: Unknows facts about Oscars through the decadesIt’s the 98th edition of the Academy Awards today. So grab your popcorn, read our primer, and get into the Oscars groove.
- February 28, today in world history: From the end of Gulf War to discovery of the structure of DNAFebruary 28th holds significance for major global events. Key moments include the assassination of Olof Palme, the invention of nylon, and ...
- Transition from agro to clean energy: 6 stocks from the sugar sector, 3 with upside potential of up to 30%It is important to know the reason why you are buying a stock – it has a direct correlation to the amount of time you may hold it. It is eq...
- Bill Gates' daughter Phoebe confirms relationship with Paul McCartney's grandson, shares images. Know in detailPhoebe is the daughter of Microsoft founder Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates. She has recently confirmed her relationship with Arthur Do...
- Gaps in textiles value chain which global expo, Bharat Tex Expo 2024, seeks to addressIndia presents a unique strength in the Textiles and Garment sector with a complete value chain from fibre to garments and being the second...
- Israeli strikes kill 19 in Gaza amid escalating US-Israel tensionsAmidst a growing divide between the US and Israel, airstrikes by Israel in Gaza claimed 19 lives, escalating a conflict that began three mo...
- Israel vows to pursue Gaza war despite international pressureThe war, now in its third month, was launched after the unprecedented October 7 attacks on Israel by Palestinian militant group Hamas that ...
- World Expo: Tracing the history of the months-long eventThe birth of the World Expo in 1851 marked a global stage for nations to showcase technological achievements. From 18,000 merchants in the ...
- A 'digital heist': Rosetta Stone returns home to London virtuallyThe Rosetta Stone will be "digitally repatriated" to Egypt by Looty, a group of London-based designers, allowing visitors to view it throug...
- Thinking of shifting to defensive stocks in bearish markets; There is more to FMCG sector than HUL and NestleAt the time of bearish market conditions focus tends to shift toward defensive stocks and FMCG sector tops the list which are considered as...
- How is DNA profiling performed and is it actually foolproof?DNA profiling is highly sensitive, given it can work from only 80 cells.
- Writing a dress code: Why Steve Jobs chose designer Issey Miyake's turtlenecksThe late designer, Miyake, was the original champion of fashion tech.
- Reliance top-ranked Indian firm on Forbes Global 2000 listOther top 10 Indian firms on the list include state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) at 228 rank, Housing Development Finance C...
- View: Strength to keep the flag flutteringKhadi’s place in our history and hearts is surely not dependent on it being the sole fabric for the tricolour?
- AGM Note: Kingfa Science India shows lot of aggression for growthThe company’s current market share for auto in India is 24 per cent.
- Cannabis is one of five essential plants in the Vedas: Dr Uma DhanabalanIn her home state Massachusetts, she does medical marijuana authorisations and is involved in efforts to reform US government policy on mar...
- Irrfan Khan wins Best Actor, 'Piku' awarded Best Film at IIFMThe award ceremony, a special event of this year's festival, for the first time coincided with the 69th Indian Independence Day celebration...
- Nothing but windThe Suzlon chief on how he managed to transform his family’s textile business into a world-beating energy conglomerate .
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