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Iodine tablets and radiation fears: Is Iran preparing for the worst?Iran has reportedly begun distributing iodine tablets to residents near its nuclear facilities amidst rising tensions. US military preparat...- World War III alert? Why Iran is distributing 180,000 iodine tablets as Trump weighs fresh strikes on nuclear sites?Iran has started distributing iodine tablets to residents of Bushehr to prepare for potential nuclear emergencies. This distribution, which...
- Assam signs Rs 600 crore deal for India's first state-run proton therapy centreThe Government of Assam has signed an agreement with IBA Particle Therapy India Pvt. Ltd. to establish a Proton Beam Therapy Centre. This f...
- In 2015, Los Angeles dropped 96 million black balls into a drinking-water reservoir. 10 years later, the bizarre experiment solved two major problemsIn 2015, Los Angeles covered its drinking-water reservoir with 96 million black plastic balls, creating one of the world's strangest-lookin...
- Irvine coated a half-mile stretch of two connected streets with cool pavement; August and September measurements found the treated asphalt ran about 7-10°F coolerCities worldwide are turning to cool pavement technologies to tackle urban heat. In Irvine, California, treated roads have experienced a re...
- In 2005, ESA exposed two kinds of lichen to space for 14.6 days; both remained metabolically active and recovered after returning to EarthIn a groundbreaking experiment, two lichen species, Rhizocarpon geographicum and Xanthoria elegans, showcased extraordinary durability by s...
- In a 2025 study, Penn State researchers tested porous PMMA sheets that reflected 96.4% of sunlight; a test box stayed 14.7°F cooler than the outdoor airInnovative researchers have crafted a groundbreaking porous plastic sheet that cools without any electrical input. By reflecting sunlight a...
- Love getting a summer tan? Dermatologists reveal why severe sunburns should never be ignoredRecent findings reveal that severe sunburns can dramatically increase the chances of developing skin cancer in adulthood, particularly a ty...
- Placing aluminium foil on windows: How this simple home trick works, its benefits and the right way to use it to keep rooms cooler in summersUsing aluminum foil to cover windows can efficiently reflect sunlight and minimize heat accumulation indoors. This budget-friendly trick se...
- Why contaminated shrimp sparked a radiation probe in Indonesia and what we know so farIndonesia has detected widespread Caesium-137 contamination at the Modern Cikande Industrial Estate near Jakarta, with high radiation level...
- Does Sunita Williams' prolonged space stay increase her cancer risk?NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have been on the ISS for over nine months due to mechanical issues, facing increased heal...
- Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's nine-month nightmare at ISS may continue on earth; may get weak heart, bad eyesight, and waterlogged brainNASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams face potential long-term health issues after a nine-month space mission. They may experie...
- WHO-led study reveals working under sun causes one in three deaths from non-melanoma skin cancerThe study underscores the urgent need for protective measures, including policies, regulations, and training, to reduce the risk of sun-ind...
- Explained: Why has France halted Apple iPhone 12 sales?France said Apple iPhone 12 models exceeded the radiation exposure limits in Europe and urged the company to fix the issue to avoid a count...
- 'Trip to Mars could cause dementia in astronauts'Washington, Oct 11 (IANS) Astronauts travelling to Mars might be at risk of long-term brain damage and even dementia due to galactic cosmic...
- Delhi's UV index in high-risk zone, says analysis by SAFAROnce it starts raining the index falls as it's either cloudy or raining most of the time preventing UV rays from reaching the surface.
- New drug may protect against deadly nuclear radiation even after 24 hours of exposureIn a breakthrough, scientists have discovered a drug that may combat the deadly effects of nuclear radiation even after 24 hours of exposur...
- Environment Ministry seeks regulation on installation of cell towersThe Environment Ministry today issued an advisory asking the DoT not to permit new mobile towers within a one-km radius of existing ones.
- Mobile Towers: Government decides to cut radiation limits to a tenth from September 1From Sept 1 this year, India will lower the level to onetenth of the prevailing standard – from 9.2 w/m2 (watt per square metre) to 0.92 w/...
- Govt proposal to mobile makers on SAR hailed by expertsA Government proposal to make it compulsory for mobile phone manufacturers to specify the radiation levels (SAR) emitted by mobiles has bee...
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