On This Day in History, July 4: Declaration of Independence proclaimed, Battle of Hattin, Statue of Liberty presented, Philippines gains independence, Higgs boson discovery and moreOn This Day in History, July 4, the United States proclaimed the Declaration of Independence, while other landmark events included the Batt...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
What is Anaxyrus boreas? Why the Western toad is now considered Canada’s most genetically distinct animalCanada's wildlife boasts a surprising new champion: the Western toad. Researchers have identified a population in Alberta as Canada's most ...
03 Jul, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Quote of the day by John D Rockefeller: 'The poorest man I know is the man who has nothing but money.' Life lessons on true wealth, genuine happiness, obsession and human natureQuote of the day by John D Rockefeller reminds people that money alone cannot define success or happiness. The famous quote explains that t...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
Why your dog's smell changes after getting wet — and when it could signal a problem: The hidden science behind that familiar wet-dog odorYour dog doesn't actually smell different after a bath or a rainy walk, the smell was there all along. Water just switches it on. The odor ...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
India emerges as AI opportunity hub, but UN panel warns of gaps in infrastructure, talent and safeguardsA UN-backed panel's initial report highlights India's AI healthcare successes but warns of a growing 'AI divide'. While India possesses tal...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Quote of the day by light bulb inventor Thomas Edison: 'It is not that I have failed 10,000 times. I have successfully found 10,000 ways that will not work...' These famous words teach how every failure is a big step towards successThomas Edison's famous quote on failure and perseverance continues to inspire people by encouraging them to view setbacks as learning exper...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
Quote of the day by influential Harvard cognitive psychologist Steven Pinker: 'We will never have a perfect world, but...'-Life lessons on progress and building a better futureCognitive psychologist Steven Pinker challenges the common perception of societal decline, arguing that humanity has made significant progr...
30 Jun, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
Scientists say ozone loss could have been spotted in the 1950s, because today’s layered satellite tools reveal that industrial chemicals were already thinning the atmosphere long before the Antarctic hole was foundA new study reveals that ozone depletion might have been detectable in the 1950s, predating widespread CFC use. Carbon tetrachloride, an in...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Why do people smoke? The psychology, science and social reasons say those who smoke despite knowing the health risks aren't just chasing nicotine, they may be seeking...Why do people smoke despite knowing the health risks? Explore the science, psychology and social factors behind smoking addiction, and nico...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
Sore throat or tonsillitis? Symptoms, causes, why infections keep coming back and new treatment options explainedRecurring sore throats and difficulty swallowing might signal tonsillitis, an inflammation of the tonsils. With growing antibiotic resistan...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.18 PM IST
The world's most remote inhabited island has an asthma mystery; scientists traced it to just two settlers who arrived in 1817A remote island, Tristan da Cunha, has become a vital natural laboratory for asthma research. Due to its isolated population descended from...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
What are cold-shock proteins? The first thing Ankur Warikoo does every morning even though he hates itEntrepreneur Ankur Warikoo has embraced daily cold showers for four years, inspired by the concept of cold-shock proteins. These proteins h...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
Life Lesson of the Day by Albert Einstein: 'Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will...' Learnings on rational thinking, true innovation and endless possibilitiesLife Lesson of the Day by Albert Einstein reminds people that logic helps solve known problems, while imagination creates new possibilities...
26 Jun, 2026, 03.30 AM IST
Maharashtra govt accepts demand for thermal power plant audits amid concerns over fly ash disposalMaharashtra government will audit thermal power plants following assembly concerns over fly ash disposal and its environmental impact, espe...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
In 1860, a French inventor recorded the human voice on paper 17 years before Edison’s phonograph — but nobody could hear it for almost 150 years until 2008A French inventor, Édouard-Léon Scott de Martinville, made the world's first sound recording in 1860, a rendition of "Au clair de la lune."...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Best quote of the day by American psychologist B.F. Skinner on life lessons: “When you run into something interesting, drop… – Inspiring lessons on curiosity, learning, discovery and why knowledge is power by the father of operant conditioning and radical behaviorism known for his deep insights into human behavior and motivationBest Quote of the Day by B.F. Skinner: B.F. Skinner’s quote, “When you run into something interesting, drop everything else and study it,” ...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
Quote of the day from 'father' of stress research Hans Seyle: 'Stress is not something to be avoided. Complete freedom from stress is...'; lessons on how to manage stress and anxiety from famous Canadian scholarOver 90 years ago, Hans Selye challenged the notion that stress is inherently negative. He argued that stress is a natural part of life, es...
23 Jun, 2026, 09.07 PM IST