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In 1950, a 20-year-old photographer dying after a deadly snakebite made one final request: He begged doctors to spare the snake, and 5 years later, its venom helped save a child’s life- A 2026 Brazilian study followed 30 Bothrops snakebite patients for 48 hours after antivenom and found that mild cases gradually restored the molecular balance needed for tissue repair, while severe cases remained dysregulated, suggesting the body’s response may influence recovery
- In 2005, NASA flew five thick-toed geckos aboard Foton-M2 for 16 days without food or water; all were recovered with no apparent negative health effects
- 125-million-year-old crocodile fossil reveals shocking details - UV light exposes traces of skin, sensory structures and possible color patternA fascinating 125-million-year-old crocodile fossil found in Spain has unveiled remarkable insights into prehistoric life. Through the use ...31 Aug, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
- In 2000, Johns Hopkins team treated 18 paralyzed rodents with neural stem cells. 6 years later, the team engineered working motor-neuron circuits in paralyzed adult animals, extending the original findingJohns Hopkins research from 2000 and 2006 represents an important scientific progression in the search for ways to repair damaged nervous s...29 Aug, 2026, 04.11 AM IST
- 7 house plants that keep multiplying: Buy them once and grow your collection for yearsSome plants can keep multiplying after you buy them once, helping you expand your garden without repeatedly spending money. Spider plants a...28 Aug, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
- Plants react to damage, but can they feel pain like humans? Here's what science saysPlants exhibit dynamic responses to environmental stress and damage. However, they lack brains and nervous systems to feel pain. Internal e...28 Aug, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
- Woman in China develops life threatening condition after boss forces her to do 200 squats for every unfinished taskA young Chinese woman in developed rhabdomyolysis after performing 200 squats she said were imposed by her manager for failing to meet dail...27 Aug, 2026, 08.57 PM IST
- Teen invents a smart bandage that can tell early when Arizona’s giant saguaro cactus is dyingA 17-year-old Arizona student has developed KáktosPatch, a biodegradable smart bandage designed to detect bacterial necrosis in saguaro cac...27 Aug, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
- Earlier in 2026, Chinese and Hong Kong researchers built CiliaVine with 50 magnetic cilia to control blood flow. Now, the robot captured tumor cells from all 23 liver cancer patients tested, revealing potential for cancer diagnosisA new robot named CiliaVine manipulates blood flow using magnetic fields. This device successfully captured circulating tumor cells from al...26 Aug, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
- Chinese Horoscope August 31-September 6: These days will test your patience, but Dragon, Snake and Goat could see major obstacles finally clearThe Chinese Initiate Dayis associated with new beginnings, while the week’s Success and Receive days focus on completing tasks and benefiti...26 Aug, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
- From payasam to Vallam Kali: Anand Mahindra shares his Onam memory from Ooty that taught him a lesson in unityAnand Mahindra took to X to recall his Onam memories from his boarding-school days in Ooty, where he eagerly awaited the Sadhya and especia...26 Aug, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
- In 1959, Vermont bought Snake Mountain land but not the timber rights. Seven decades later, the state wants to reunite themVermont's initiative to acquire timber rights will lead to the expansion of the Snake Mountain Wildlife Management Area. By adding 256 acre...25 Aug, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
- Researchers found a King Cobra's nest with 72 eggs, nearly twice the number usually seen. When researchers approached the nest, they were surprised to find two possible female cobras guarding itResearchers in China found a king cobra nest containing 72 eggs, nearly twice the number usually recorded for the species. Two adult cobras...23 Aug, 2026, 02.35 PM IST
- In 2024, eastern garter snakes passed a scent-based self-recognition test: 24 snakes investigated their own altered scent, suggesting self-recognitionRecent studies reveal that eastern garter snakes exhibit self-recognition through scent detection rather than through mirrors. This intrigu...22 Aug, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- Burmese pythons invaded Florida’s Everglades in the 1980s; decades later, the decline in raccoon, opossum and bobcat population number is staggeringBurmese pythons, an invasive species in Florida's Everglades, have caused severe declines in native wildlife over the past several decades....20 Aug, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
- In 1978, Japan released just 10 to 15 cane toads on Ishigaki Island; their population likely surpassed 20,000, and native snakes were found dead near the toadsA Japanese island's initiative to curb pests with cane toads resulted in unintended consequences. These invasive toads proliferated, wreaki...20 Aug, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- Do you have these things in your garden? They could be attracting snakes to your homeGardens can inadvertently become havens for snakes by supplying vital resources such as shelter and food. Overgrown grass and thick plants ...15 Aug, 2026, 09.41 PM IST
- Arkansas high school football player finds venomous cottonmouth inside helmet: Snake known for its deadly bite had been hiding behind paddingA Maumelle High School football player in Arkansas got a terrifying surprise when he discovered a 2-foot cottonmouth hiding inside his helm...12 Aug, 2026, 10.44 PM IST
- Meet the King Snake: A non-venomous reptile that hunts and eats venomous snakes; here's how it kills its preyMeet the king snake, a non-venomous North American reptile that hunts, kills and eats venomous snakes including rattlesnakes, cottonmouths ...04 Aug, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
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