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Mix 1/2 cup vinegar with 2 tbsp pumice instead of powdered cleanser; the gritty homemade mixture can remove stains or polish surfaces- Pompeii remained frozen in time for nearly 1,700 years. It was discovered by a Spanish engineer looking for ancient treasures in 1748
- A 15-mile-long island appeared on maps for more than a century; in 2012, scientists "undiscovered" it
- In the 1750s, well diggers broke into a buried Roman Villa near Herculaneum: What looked like charcoal turned out to be ancient booksEighteenth-century workers in Herculaneum unearthed a unique Roman library preserved by the 79 CE Vesuvius eruption. These carbonized papyr...18 May, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
- Why Aggressive Kitchen Cleaning May Be Doing More Harm Than GoodAggressive kitchen cleaning methods, while appearing effective, can cause microscopic damage to surfaces, leading to increased susceptibili...07 May, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
- The Great Pacific Garbage Patch Isn’t Empty, It’s Becoming a Floating HabitatOnce seen as a barren plastic wasteland, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch is now a thriving habitat for coastal species. These organisms, pr...17 Feb, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
- Cracked heels explained: What your body is trying to tell you and how to stop them for goodCracked heels are a common problem. Dryness, standing for long hours, and certain medical conditions can cause them. Treatment involves soa...13 Sep, 2025, 12.13 PM IST
- A paved path 1,000 meters below the Pacific? Scientists spot a mysterious ‘yellow brick road’ near Hawaii, and humans didn’t build itA research expedition found a strange 'yellow brick road' on the ocean floor near Hawaii. The site is on the Liliʻuokalani Ridge. Scientist...31 Aug, 2025, 11.10 AM IST
- NYT Strands Puzzle #417, April 24, 2025: Full answers, spangram, and hints for today’s coarse material themeNYT Strands puzzle April 24 brings a fun challenge with a tricky theme — coarse material. If you’re stuck on puzzle #417, this guide walks ...24 Apr, 2025, 06.07 PM IST
- 10 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Girlfriend in India for a Memorable Day (2025)Are you looking for the right gift for your partner? If so, then continue reading this article where we have curated a list of the best Val...17 Jan, 2025, 03.55 PM IST
- Birth of an island in Japan: How an undersea volcanic eruption led to a fascinating eventRecently, in October 2023, an undersea volcano eruption led to the creation of a new island near Japan's Ogaswara island chain. Reportedly,...11 Nov, 2023, 06.04 PM IST
- Inventor of Blue Jeans channels a new water-saving ideaOne pair jeans consume up to 3,800 litre of water in its entire journey right from the cotton field to our closets.24 Jul, 2023, 09.35 AM IST
- Sheep to the rescue: How a flock of sheep is helping archeologists preserve the ancient city of PompeiiPompeii is an ancient Roman town that is buried under ashes since AD 79.13 Mar, 2023, 09.37 PM IST
- Best Callus Remover for Women for Flawless Heels and Soft SkinWelcome, ladies! Are you looking for a way to get rid of calluses and make your feet look and feel beautiful again? Look no further – we ha...29 Jan, 2023, 12.32 PM IST
- From the ancient ashes of Vesuvius, human DNA has been decoded for the first timeAt the time of the cataclysm, Pompeii had a population of about 12,000.12 Jun, 2022, 09.53 AM IST
- When and how was Ram Setu formed? Archaeological Survey of India gives nod for researchAn underwater exploration project to determine the age of the Ram Setu, a chain of shoals between India and Sri Lanka, and “how” it was for...14 Jan, 2021, 10.48 AM IST
- Try dark tourism: Chernobyl, Pompeii and other disaster zones that are drawing visitorsAdd these top five destinations to your bucket list.20 Jun, 2019, 06.38 PM IST
- Largest volcanic eruption in the ocean uncovered in New ZealandSydney, Jan 11 (IANS) Researchers have found that the world's largest deep ocean volcanic eruption happened in New Zealand.11 Jan, 2018, 07.12 PM IST
- Traces found of 'lost continent' under MauritiusJohannesburg, Feb 1 (IANS) The presence of minerals that are as old as three billion years in Mauritius points to the existence of a "lost ...02 Feb, 2017, 05.25 AM IST
- 8 tips for younger hands and feetYour hands and feet are as crucial to your appearance as having a beautiful face. Follow these ideas to get them looking more youthful:30 May, 2015, 03.26 PM IST
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