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Those tall fences beside snowy highways are not property fences; they catch blowing snow before it reaches the road, while plowing can cost 100 times more- In 1960s, military barracks facility was built in remote part of Greenland, the secluded Arctic outpost could soon host American troops
- Winter is coming, and so is snow. But this US city has a trick to keep its downtown streets clear
- Why you should remove outdoor rugs from your front porch before fall to prevent costly damageAs temperatures drop, home experts advise removing outdoor rugs from front porches before fall sets in. Leaving rugs exposed to cold weathe...22 Sep, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
- A melting glacier exposed a body in the Alps in 1991; 5,300 years after his death, scientists turned Ötzi into one of history's most studied humansOn September 19, 1991, German mountaineers Helmut and Erika Simon were hiking across the Tisenjoch ridge in the Ötztal Alps along the borde...21 Sep, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
- Between 1997 and 2005, officials removed 282 buildings from California’s Giant Forest; the project gave 231 acres back to giant sequoiasGiant Forest sequoia grove underwent extensive restoration efforts. Commercial activity and 282 buildings were removed from the grove. Ecol...17 Sep, 2026, 09.36 PM IST
- Ken Smith spent four decades living in a log cabin in the Scottish Highlands; a filmmaker’s patient visits eventually brought his secluded world to the screenDocumentary filmmaker Lizzie MacKenzie dedicated years to forging a bond with Ken Smith, a reclusive hermit residing in a remote area. Her ...15 Sep, 2026, 01.45 AM IST
- How a 133-year-old tree signed for Yellowstone Forest Reserve stalled a helicopter missionPlans to helicopter a historic inscribed tree from Wyoming's wilderness are paused. Public opposition arose after land managers failed to c...14 Sep, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Brooke Shields: “What would it feel like in my body if I told myself I’m....” — Timeless life lessons from an inspirational quote on self-worth, confidence, acceptance and why learning to feel good enough can change how you see yourself and othersQuote of the day by Brooke Shields: Today's Brooke Shields quote brings attention to something many people quietly struggle with: feeling g...12 Sep, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
- In 1996, West Virginia's BRWA and WVWRI developed a plan to treat Swamp Run’s acid mine drainage. 28 years later, 2 projects had dramatically improved the stream’s pH with lasting gainsSwamp Run in Upshur County, West Virginia, faced decades of water quality problems caused by acid mine drainage from buried coal refuse lef...01 Sep, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
- Does the Nepal glacier collapse signal a new climate risk?Does the devastating flooding unleashed by the collapse of a section of glacier in the Nepalese Himalayas signal a new kind of risk in a wo...31 Aug, 2026, 07.52 PM IST
- Indian Railways is planting an aromatic-rooted grass in Lonavala ghats to prevent landslides and avert a Nepal-like flash flood situationIndian Railways is testing vetiver, an aromatic-rooted grass native to India, as a low-cost nature-based solution to stabilise vulnerable s...30 Aug, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
- For centuries, Arctic cold has kept plant life small but Alaska trees are growing taller, getting greener due to climate change and this may offer hope, survival strategy for fragile eco-system against global warmingThese plants are competing for sun, nutrients, water and especially pollination in this harsh environment of limited but intense sunlight.27 Aug, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
- In 2016, researchers proposed that salt fingers could send crystals to the Dead Sea floor. 3 years later, a 2019 study backed the theory, showing why the lakebed gains about 10 centimeters of salt yearlyRecent scientific research reveals the intriguing mechanism behind the formation of salt crystals in the Dead Sea. As warmer, salt-laden su...26 Aug, 2026, 11.20 PM IST
- Jon Snow comes to Harry Potter: Kit Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO’s Season 2Kit Harington will portray Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter series. He replaces Nicholas Hoult due to scheduling conflicts with othe...24 Aug, 2026, 10.53 PM IST
- In 1961, two Wisconsin fishing buddies vanished without a trace but now the mystery of their haunting disappearance has been solvedIn 1961, two Wisconsin fishing buddies vanished without a trace but now the mystery of their haunting disappearance has been solved. Ronald...24 Aug, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
- 7,000 years ago, Greenland’s giant ice dome disappeared as temperatures climbed. Today, scientists say the ancient melting occurred at temperatures close to those now threatening the island’s remaining iceGreenland’s 1,600-foot ice dome vanished 7,000 years ago when temperatures were several degrees warmer than today. Now, scientists have fou...21 Aug, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Walt Disney: “All the adversity I’ve had in my life... a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you” — Inspiring life lessons from a motivational quote on resilience, failure, personal growth and turning setbacks into strength by the legendary animator and entertainment pioneerQuote of the Day by Walt Disney: “All the adversity I’ve had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me.” While a sudd...19 Aug, 2026, 11.14 PM IST
- No AC in shops, no honking on streets, achar with every meal: Filipino woman shares 10 things that surprised her while slow travelling in SikkimA Filipino woman traveller offered an intriguing glimpse into the unique cultural landscape of Sikkim, noting that locals often possess Sou...19 Aug, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
- In 1778, Polly Cooper traveled 186 miles with an Oneida delegation to bring white corn to George Washington's starving troops at Valley Forge. 248 years later, the woman preserved mainly through oral tradition is honored on the 2026 American $1 coinPolly Cooper Native American $1 coin: Polly Cooper, an Oneida woman, is honored on a 2026 dollar coin for her aid. She traveled with warrio...17 Aug, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
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