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Nasa scientists grew corn seeds in space and found something strange: How microgravity confused roots & shoots that normally know exactly which way to growNasa scientists grew corn seeds in space: NASA conducted an intriguing experiment on corn seeds grown in the absence of gravity’s guiding f...- 7 plants that naturally make your home smell amazing without air freshenersWant your home to smell fresh without relying on artificial air fresheners? Fragrant plants can add natural floral, herbal or citrusy aroma...
- In 2011, Arkansas prioritized Lake Conway-Point Remove to tackle pollution. 13 years later, Conway cut nitrogen 41% and phosphorus 44% with green infrastructure annuallyLake Conway-Point Remove story ultimately shows why the future of water-quality protection may depend on combining engineering with ecology...
- In 1990, NASA recovered tomato seeds after nearly 6 years on LDEF; classroom tests found space seeds germinated at 73.8% versus 70.3% for Earth controlsAfter nearly six years aboard NASA's LDEF satellite, Rutgers tomato seeds returned to Earth to inspire young scientists. Millions of studen...
- In 2024, Nevada filled 1.8 million solar panels across the Mojave Desert; a rare milkvetch plant growing inside the farm started to produce 8 times more flowers and 10 times more fruit than plants outsideA rare Mojave Desert plant unexpectedly flourished inside Nevada's massive Gemini Solar Project. Researchers found threecorner milkvetch pl...
- Madhavan grows muskmelon, lady’s finger, broccoli, and tomatoes in his balcony. Actor shares 7 steps to grow organic vegetables at homeR Madhavan is quite passionate about organic gardening and grows vegetables like lady’s finger, broccoli, tomatoes and cucumber at home. He...
- Milind Soman grows pumpkins, cucumbers and other vegetables in his greenhouse. He shares how to build a small greenhouse at homeDuring the 2020 lockdown, actor Milind Soman and his wife Ankita Konwar started growing their own vegetables at home. They also built a sma...
- Neelam Kothari and husband Sameer Soni’s Mumbai home features a striking all-white exterior, warm pastel interiors, a London-inspired entertainment room, a dedicated bar, a cosy tea corner and plenty of indoor greeneryNeelam Kothari house tour: Filmmaker Farah Khan visited Neelam Kothari and Sameer Soni's spacious Mumbai residence. The home featured an al...
- Public-private collaboration can accelerate India's civil nuclear programme: TCE MDTata Consulting Engineers advocates for the Department of Atomic Energy to focus on strategic objectives. The company suggests greater priv...
- Pamela Anderson’s 5,000 sq ft Vancouver garden has wildflowers, herbs and lots of vegetables. Actress shares 1 simple advice for first-time gardeners: ‘Make a lot of mistakes.’Baywatch actress Pamela Anderson's lush 5,000 sq ft garden at her Vancouver residence reflects her lifelong passion for gardening. From an ...
- 50,000 people lived here. Then a 1986 nuclear disaster turned the town into a ghost place overnight. The reason still haunts the worldPripyat was a modern Soviet city of nearly 50,000 people before the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in 1986 forced its residents to leave. About...
- America introduced Chinese Privet as an ornamental plant in 1852. It later spread across millions of acres of forestFirst spotted in 1852, Chinese privet has spread relentlessly across the American Southeast, wreaking havoc on local ecosystems. This invas...
- Salman Khan’s Maine Pyaar Kiya co-star Bhagyashree’s Mumbai home features a naturally formed Ganesha on a tree, royal-inspired interiors, a dramatic black entrance, plush velvet seating, a private temple, chandelier-lit outdoor spaces, an all-white kitchen, a family memory wall and a dedicated yoga and workout spaceBhagyashree home tour: Bhagyashree's Mumbai home reflects her royal Sangli roots and personal style. The residence features a dramatic blac...
- Inside Ishaan Khatter’s Mumbai home: 3-bedroom apartment with sea view, vintage Bollywood decor and personal touchesIshaan Khatter's Mumbai residence is a haven of creativity and relaxation. This three-bedroom sanctuary mirrors his unique interests and ch...
- In 1962, NASA packed 22,900 gallons of water into a Saturn I rocket and deliberately released it 65 miles above Earth to see how water behaved in the upper atmosphereNASA scientists have long explored recycling resources for extended space travel. Plants and microorganisms could help regenerate vital sup...
- What to do with old household items? Try these 5 creative DIY reuse ideas to make stylish planters for your homeTransforming old tea cups and coffee mugs into delightful mini planters for succulents adds a unique touch to home decor. Additionally, onc...
- In 1999, a Florida teen hacked NASA, accessed source code of ISS and forced the world's most powerful space agency to shut down some systems for 21 daysIn 1999, 15-year-old hacker Jonathan James broke into NASA computers and downloaded proprietary software linked to the International Space ...
- In 2023, NASA grew tomatoes for 100 days aboard the space station; ground plants produced more than 100, while the space crop yielded 12 and was not eatenNASA's tomato experiment on the International Space Station faced major hurdles in microgravity, where watering issues resulted in uneven m...
- NASA-recommended plants for indoor air quality: From Green Spider Plant to Peace Lily; here is the list of houseplants studied for their air-purifying potentialA recent study by NASA delved into how indoor plants can absorb volatile organic compounds. Notable plants, such as spider plants and peace...
- In 2015, NASA astronauts ate space-grown lettuce in orbit for the first time; fresh food may also help support crew morale on long missionsAstronauts aboard the International Space Station made history by eating lettuce that was grown in microgravity. This significant event sho...
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