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‘Every time I turn, I slip’: Techie’s hostel mattress story hilariously captures Indian's obsession with plastic covers- 6,000 milk bottle road in China: How plastic waste found a strange second life in Shanghai
- In 2021, Shanghai used 6,000 milk bottles to fight plastic waste; the result became China's 1st plastic road, turning hard-to-recycle bottles into useful paving material
- Why emergency blankets look like giant sheets of foil; a thin metallic coating reflects radiant heat toward the bodyEmergency blankets are designed to reflect radiant heat, effectively helping to maintain body warmth. This innovative technology has its ro...18 Aug, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- No plastic, only coconut leaves: Bengaluru Christ University professor builds Rs 70 crore business by making eco-friendly straws, products are exported to 25 countriesFollowing a chance discovery, an English professor at Christ University in Bengaluru has pioneered eco-friendly, plastic-free straws made f...18 Aug, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
- Why aluminum foil can turn a cardboard box into a working solar oven: It redirects sunlight toward a dark surface that converts it into heatAn exploration of box-type solar cookers showcased the benefits of incorporating reflectors for improved thermal performance. With the addi...17 Aug, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
- Why satellites appear wrapped in gold foil: The material actually contains aluminium that protects instruments from extreme heat and coldThe shiny gold exterior seen on spacecraft is not just for aesthetics; it is multi-layer insulation designed to tackle the extreme temperat...17 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- Ever wondered why does chocolate come wrapped in shiny foil and what hidden secret that sparkling layer protects before every delicious bite?Ever noticed that almost every premium chocolate comes wrapped in shiny foil? It may look elegant, but that thin metallic layer has a much ...22 Jul, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
- Why chocolates are wrapped in foil instead of paper might surprise youAluminium foil protects chocolate from heat, moisture, and light. This material became standard in the early twentieth century for its supe...09 Jul, 2026, 11.47 AM IST
- Study finds urban male bowerbirds in Queensland use human-made objects in courtship displays far more often than rural birdsMale bowerbirds in Australia are now using human-made trash to build their elaborate courtship displays. Researchers found urban birds pref...18 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
- Fake or real eggs? Viral plastic egg claims spark panic; here are simple home tests to check if your eggs are safeConcerns about fake eggs have surfaced, but most unusual eggs are due to poor storage. Real eggs are nutritious, but spoiled ones pose heal...13 Jan, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
- Want to look like a Barbie? Use these ChatGPT prompts to turn your photos into doll-style images and join the viral Barbie Box trendThe Barbie Box Trend is currently popular on social media. People are using AI to transform photos into Barbie dolls or action figures. Use...12 Apr, 2025, 01.21 PM IST
- Christmas decor under 500 to transform your home this festive seasonCelebrate the joy of Christmas without overspending! Create a warm and inviting holiday atmosphere with decorations that cost less than Rs....06 Dec, 2024, 11.38 PM IST
- 6 SuKam Inverters for Indian homes under Rs.15,000Discover 6 Su-Kam inverters tailored for Indian homes, all priced under Rs.15,000. These inverters offer versatile solutions for uninterrup...19 Aug, 2023, 10.18 PM IST
- Marc Jacobs finds his Nietzsche at the NY Public LibraryJacobs' show in the marbled lobby of the famous library came exactly a year after his previous show in the same venue.29 Jun, 2022, 08.11 PM IST
- Jordan artist turns plastic trash into art, says want to rid world of single-use plasticsTrained in painting and drawing in the United States and Italy, Nissan decided to collect and repurpose the trash to create art.30 May, 2022, 03.00 PM IST
- Steel rabbit hops away with recordJeff Koons’ work captured a playful simplicity deemed well worth $91 m.18 May, 2019, 07.12 AM IST
- Dell New Inspiron 15 5575 review: Impressive display and speakersThe laptop has an anti-reflective display which makes it easy to use it even if there is a light source behind you.24 May, 2018, 01.36 PM IST
- Engineers create invisibility materialNew York, April 1 (IANS) A team of engineers has invented a material that can help humans become invisible to infrared night vision tools.01 Apr, 2018, 03.42 PM IST
- Environmentalists target iPhone for lawsuitEnvironmentalist lawyers are threatening to sue Apple in 60 days if the iconic US company doesn't make iPhones greener or warn buyers of to...16 Oct, 2007, 12.00 PM IST
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