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In 2013, Bion-M1 carried land snails in orbit for 30 days; hardware failures killed many other animals, but the snails survived- Beginning in the 1900s, U.S. hunters imported Eurasian wild boar for sport; today’s feral swine threaten firefly larvae and turtle nests across the Southeast
- A tiny Yemeni island, Socotra’s strange dragon’s blood trees harvest moisture from fog to survive extreme aridity; 90% of its reptiles and 95% of its land snails are found nowhere else, creating an ecosystem unlike any other
- In 1990s, Samoa released a predatory flatworm as a weapon against giant African land snails. 49 years later, the predator has outlived its original target-control mission and threatens native snails insteadThe introduction of the predatory flatworm, Platydemus manokwari, to Samoa aimed to tackle the invasive giant African snails. However, this...21 Aug, 2026, 10.49 PM IST
- Dolphins use ‘sponge gloves’ to hunt: The clever trick is passed from mothers to their calves. Scientists share fascinating story of dolphins' hunting techniqueIn Shark Bay, Australia, some bottlenose dolphins use marine sponges as hunting tools, placing them over their beaks while searching for pr...20 Aug, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
- In the 1990s, a predatory flatworm was released in Samoa to control giant African snails; it later drove native island snails toward extinctionBiological control efforts introduced the New Guinea flatworm to Pacific islands. This predator began hunting native land snails, pushing t...19 Aug, 2026, 06.58 PM IST
- Beauty and the brief: Your cheat sheet to modern skincare, from barrier repair to regenerative treatmentsIf PDRN looks like a typo and exosomes soundlike science fiction, Divya Verma gives you acheat sheet to the language of modern skincare16 Aug, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
- In 1955, Hawaiʻi released a predatory snail to control giant African snails; it climbed into native forests and helped wipe out rare tree snailsIn Hawaii, the introduction of the rosy wolfsnail was intended to combat a pest, but it drastically backfired. Instead of targeting its int...14 Aug, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- Empty sea shells are Dolphins’ hunting weapon: Scientists document rare ‘shelling’ tactic in Queensland; study offers clues to how calves learn itResearchers documented a rare dolphin foraging tactic called shelling in Queensland. This behavior involves using sea snail shell to captur...13 Aug, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
- Swiss proverb of the day: ‘Better to sell with regret than to keep with regret’ — Sometimes letting go of something, even reluctantly, is wiser than clinging to it and regretting that insteadSwiss proverb of the day: Walking away from outdated investments or stalled projects may feel uncomfortable, yet doing so can be essential ...08 Aug, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
- Portland turned a 2-foot hole into an official park with its own tree and groundskeeperPortland's Mill Ends Park, a tiny traffic median, began as a reporter's joke. This small green space was officially declared a municipal pa...05 Aug, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
- In 2012, researchers found one of the Animal Kingdom's costliest parenting jobs belonged to snail dadsSnail dads: Male marine whelks, Solenosteira macrospira, undertake demanding parental roles by carrying eggs. These fathers protect hundred...04 Aug, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
- In 1837, New Zealand fur promoters released Australian possums to build a new industry; the first attempt failed, so settlers kept trying until the animals invaded the countryNew Zealand settlers introduced Australian possums in 1837 for a fur trade venture. This initial plan failed, but subsequent attempts event...30 Jul, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
- Since 1969, Florida has battled the giant African land snail, smuggled in as exotic pets; the fist-sized invader eats 500 plant species and even the plaster off housesGiant African land snails, introduced as pets, caused a major Florida crisis. These hermaphroditic snails reproduce prolifically, laying hu...18 Jul, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
- India will work for secure world where voice of Global South is heard: JaishankarIndia launched its campaign for a non-permanent UNSC seat for 2028-29. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stressed a secure and equitab...14 Jul, 2026, 08.20 AM IST
- Scientists detect Earth's deadliest extinction signs in today's oceans: Great Dying started with warming seas and oxygen loss; 70% of land animals vanishedA Stanford-led study has provided the strongest evidence yet that warming oceans and declining oxygen levels caused Earth's largest mass ex...13 Jul, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
- Don't miss the monsoon: From spinach to radish 7 vegetables that grow best during the rainy seasonThe monsoon season offers ideal conditions for growing many vegetables. Spinach and okra flourish with regular moisture and warm temperatur...12 Jul, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
- EAM S Jaishankar to launch India's UNSC campaign, meet UNSG Guterres next weekExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will launch India's UNSC campaign next week. He will meet UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at t...11 Jul, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
- Even a snail may question speed at which trial is proceeding: SC on suit filed in 2015The Supreme Court expressed concern over a commercial suit filed in 2015. Plaintiff's evidence was still ongoing as of 2026, which is very ...09 Jul, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
- ‘Do not pick it up’: Actor Madhavan shares warning about poisonous seashell. It looks like a beautiful souvenir, but can be deadlyActor R Madhavan has issued a stark warning about collecting seashells, specifically cone snails. These seemingly beautiful souvenirs harbo...01 Jul, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
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