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Quote of the day by Tom Holland: “I feel like if you put something out into the universe, then you increase your chances of it happening” — an important life lesson behind the Spider-Man actor's belief that saying what you want can bring you closer to itTom Holland's quote of the day talks about an important life lesson taken from his own belief that saying what you want can actualy bring y...
Science says some spiders can launch into the sky using silk and electricity to fly and the physics is wildBallooning is a form of aerial dispersal in which a spider climbs to an exposed spot, lifts its abdomen, releases strands of silk and allow...
Psychology says if you keep reaching for snacks on the table without thinking, your brain may be following a habit loopPeople who repeatedly snack from a bowl sitting on the table are not necessarily hungrier than others or lacking self-control. Their behavi...
Quote of the Day by Tobey Maguire: “I’m not into sugar for kids, but you don’t want your kid to be the… – Inspiring lessons on parenting, nutrition, moderation, childhood and why healthy habits start at home by the American actor known for his powerful performances and deep insights on family and healthQuote of the Day by Tobey Maguire: Tobey Maguire’s quote, “I’m not into sugar for kids, but you don’t want your kid to be the carrot kid. T...
China’s GJ-21 stealth drone spotted as 40,000-tonne Sichuan drone ship nears trialsChina’s GJ-21 naval stealth attack drone has been seen in videos that appear to show flight testing in Liaoning province, according to SCMP...
In 1984, NASA sent about 3,300 honeybees into space to test comb-building without gravity; the colony built about 31 square inches of honeycombIn 1984, honeybees traveled aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger for a unique student experiment. These bees successfully built honeycomb an...
In 2020, 10-year-old Murphy picked up a tiny spider from a remote Australian island; he took it to experts, who later identified a completely new species & named it after himA young boy discovered a previously unknown spider species on a remote Australian island. Scientists later identified the tiny wolf spider ...
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...
FSSAI issues notice to Delhi's JW Marriott, Juniper Hotels over misprinted license, food hygieneFSSAI flagged serious food safety and hygiene violations at Delhi's JW Marriott hotel. Inspections revealed issues with sanitation, storage...
NASA-recommended plants for indoor air quality: From Green Spider Plant to Peace Lily; here is the list of houseplants studied for their air-purifying potentialA recent study by NASA delved into how indoor plants can absorb volatile organic compounds. Notable plants, such as spider plants and peace...
In 1995, NASA ditched space for an experiment and got spiders stoned on marijuana, caffeine, chloral hydrate, etc.; one of these made spiders’ webs wonky and disorganised. It was not marijuanaUsually, NASA is synonymous with space missions and exploring the cosmos. Yet one time, the researchers at NASA became temporary behavioura...
In 2023, Kitepower flew a 176-pound fabric wing over a Mayo bog for the first time. 3 years later, it has logged more than 90 flights and over 100 hours generating airborne wind-energy dataKitepower is testing an unconventional approach to renewable energy at a designated airborne wind-energy site in County Mayo, Ireland. Inst...
In 1973, NASA sent about two spiders into space to test web-building without gravity; within days, they adapted and spun complete webs in orbitTwo spiders, Arabella and Anita, flew on Skylab 3 to test web-building in space. Initially disoriented, the spiders eventually adapted to t...
How to Fish: Complete guide to every fish, creature, island, bait and rodHow to Fish offers detailed mechanics for catching diverse aquatic creatures across five distinct islands. Players must match specific rods...
Ants know how to find the best path forward: What bees, flies and cockroaches teach us about better decisionsSmall insects teach us significant lessons about decision-making among humans. Ants exhibit decentralized foraging which leads to the disco...
Frequent traveller? Know about status matching and how to use existing loyalty programmes to get anotherA status match essentially allows one loyalty programme to recognise your credentials from another. Instead of spending 50 nights at a hote...
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' refuses to let go, wins box office crown for fourth week runningSpider-Man: Brand New Day remained number one at the box office for a fourth weekend. The film earned thirty-nine million dollars, showing ...
In 2024, Tornyol Systems showed how a 1.4-ounce drone could detect and hunt mosquitoes using ultrasonic sensors. Two years later, the Paris startup recorded its first autonomous kill, but the victim was 1 moth, not a mosquitoA Paris startup just recorded its first autonomous insect kill using a 1.4-ounce drone. Tornyol Systems built the quadcopter with ultrasoni...
California startup JetZero’s ‘manta ray’ plane could change air travel forever: 250-seat Z4 aims to fly 5,750 miles and use up to 50% less fuelCalifornia startup JetZero is innovating the aviation industry with a new aircraft featuring a blended-wing-body design, aimed at accommoda...
Apple cider vinegar smells like fermenting fruit to fruit flies; leaving a small cup out can lure them into a simple trapFruit flies are drawn to the scent of rotting food, with vinegar mimicking these enticing aromas. The acetic acid present in vinegar has be...