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In the 1860s, America introduced burning bush as an ornamental; birds later helped spread it into forests across 21 invaded statesThe burning bush, native to Asia, became well-liked for its vibrant autumn hues. Birds transport its seeds, helping it escape confined land...- From 2011 to 2013, California researchers thinned crowded forest stands near Pinecrest to help trees withstand drought; mortality fell from 34% to 11%A study near Pinecrest, California, examined forest thinning's impact during a severe drought. Thinning significantly reduced tree mortalit...
- In the early 1900s, Hawaiʻi imported a thorny European shrub to feed sheep and fence pastures; it now forms 6-foot walls that fuel fires and sprout againGorse, introduced to Hawai'i around 1900 for sheep fodder and fences, has become a persistent invasive problem. This spiny shrub thrives in...
- That old phone in your drawer could be hiding gold: Study reveals a tonne of e-waste can contain 100 times more gold than gold ore; every handset contains tiny traces of gold, silver & copper, and millions of devices could create urban mineOld mobile phones contain valuable metals such as gold, silver and copper, with some metals found at higher concentrations in e-waste than ...
- In 1976, famously hot European summer gave hints about intense heatwave, now deadly warning about global warming issued as weather scientists predict dangerous new patternWorld Meteorological Organization's head of climate information said the current pattern of heat across Europe, the world's fastest-warming...
- Flowers that smell like dessert? 6 plants with chocolate, vanilla and citrus-like fragrances that you can add to your home gardenSome flowering plants can fill a garden with surprisingly familiar scents. Chocolate cosmos and chocolate vine are known for chocolate-like...
- Maruti Suzuki Chairman RC Bhargava urges faster reforms for easier business, predicts car industry growthMaruti Suzuki Chairman RC Bhargava urged faster reforms for easier business operations. He anticipates significant car industry growth to 6...
- In 2019, scientists tested a diaper-like superabsorbent polymer in lab-made asphalt samples; the water-storing material cooled the specimens by up to 12°CResearchers from China have pioneered a groundbreaking asphalt composite integrated with superabsorbent polymers aimed at cooling city envi...
- David Beckham’s gardening hacks: How the football legend grows roses, plums and fresh vegetables at homeDavid Beckham often shares his country garden, featuring roses and vegetables on his Instagram handle. He learned a simple trick for planti...
- Why the 8/8 Lion’s Gate is known as the ‘wealth portal’- The ancient meaning behind the powerful August 8 alignmentThe August 8 Lion's Gate Portal holds ancient symbolism for wealth and new beginnings. This date connects to the heliacal rising of Sirius ...
- Nitrate contamination in groundwater across 502 districts in 26 states, UTs : Govt tells Lok SabhaGroundwater in 502 districts across India exceeds safe nitrate levels. The Central Ground Water Board detected these high concentrations in...
- Bengaluru entrepreneur decides to grow his own avocados after struggling to find good-quality fruit in the city. But the tree ends up teaching him a powerful lesson on patience: ‘If you keep investing…’A Bengaluru entrepreneur cultivated Hass avocados after facing disappointment with local produce. He imported saplings from California, whi...
- Amazon trees kept a rainfall diary in their rings; it shows wet seasons grew up to 22% wetter while dry seasons lost up to 13.5% of their rainResearchers have discovered that ancient Amazonian trees provide vital climate information through their annual rings. By examining oxygen ...
- Brazil’s 500-meter-wide cashew tree is actually one plant; its ground-rooting branches produce up to 2.5 tons of fruit each yearCajueiro de Pirangi, a remarkable giant in Brazil, sprawls over 8,500 square meters. This extraordinary cashew tree grows sideways, sprouti...
- Researchers replaced a bare roof with plants; green roof surfaces stayed 30 to 40°F cooler in summerGreen roofs cool surfaces by up to forty degrees Fahrenheit, reducing urban heat island effects. Evapotranspiration from plants cools build...
- Madhavan rarely goes to the market to buy veggies, explaining how his terrace garden fulfils 70% of his seasonal vegetable requirements: ‘The easiest ones to grow…’Dhurandhar star Madhavan almost never visits the supermarkets to buy vegetables. Reason? He has his own balcony garden which yields fresh s...
- In 2009, scientists suggested ancient Greeks chose temple sites based on the ground beneath themA groundbreaking study has found that numerous ancient Greek temples in Sicily are primarily aligned with the sun's rise, setting them apar...
- Coffee grounds + eggshells for plants: Myth vs fact every home gardener should knowCoffee grounds and eggshells are popular gardening hacks, but science reveals a more nuanced picture. Used coffee grounds do not reliably l...
- 110-quadrillion-kilometer fungal network moves CO₂ equal to about 11% of annual human emissions into soil each yearAn intricate web of tiny fungal threads stretches underground, connecting plants around the world. These microorganisms are essential, shar...
- Nagaland University study generates insights on climate variability effects on soil microbes & biological health in Assam’s tea plantationsThe study identified climatic conditions that support beneficial microbial activity and enzyme functions. Findings established soil microbi...
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