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In 1831, a volcano raised a new island from the Mediterranean; four powers rushed to claim it, but the sea erased it before anyone could win- In 2011, UK scientists planned to pump water 1 km into the sky to test solar geoengineering equipment, but the balloon never launched
- Did violent volcanic eruptions create modern humans? A landmark 2016 study linking the East African Rift Valley to Homo sapiens around 300,000 years ago says they may have
- Who Is The Battersby? UK TikToker sends late dog Oscar’s ashes to ‘edge of space’ in emotional tributeA UK TikTok creator fulfilled a promise to his late French Bulldog, Oscar. He sent a portion of Oscar's ashes towards the edge of space usi...29 Jul, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
- Pyrocumulonimbus: France-Spain wildfires are creating rare 'fire clouds' that spark their own lightningPyrocumulonimbus Cloud Formation: Fierce wildfires in southwest France generated towering storm clouds, a phenomenon called pyrocumulonimbu...28 Jul, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
- In 2003, powerful solar storms during Halloween set off a chain reaction that damaged the Arctic Ozone layer: Study explains how space weather triggered ozone lossIn 2003, powerful solar storms during Halloween set off a chain reaction that damaged the Arctic Ozone layer and led to an unexpected decli...27 Jul, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
- India floats stratospheric airship project, invites private playersIndia is developing indigenous stratospheric airships for persistent surveillance missions. The Air Ship-based High Altitude Pseudo Satelli...15 Jul, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
- Can thickening Arctic ice with seawater slow its decline? Successful trial faces major hurdlesScientists tested a method to thicken Arctic sea ice by pumping seawater. This process created a thicker and more reflective ice layer duri...11 Jul, 2026, 07.29 AM IST
- Not a risk worth taking: Solar geoengineering could put India's monsoon at riskGlobal heatwaves prompt discussions on solar radiation modification technologies. This approach involves significant logistical challenges ...10 Jul, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
- Engage in the solar geoengineering debate: Why India must shape the rules before the sun goes dimSolar radiation modification offers potential climate solutions but demands careful governance. This technology could cool the planet while...10 Jul, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
- Russian proverb of the day: ‘No matter how high the eagle flies, it must eventually…’ - A timeless lesson on staying grounded, practicing humility and letting go of prideSuccess can be a deceptive trap, leading to arrogance and detachment. Today's Russian proverb of the day reminds us that even the highest a...10 Jul, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
- Meet the thunderstorm that shows up at 3 PM. Almost every day like clockworkA unique thunderstorm named Hector forms daily over Australia's Tiwi Islands. This storm reliably appears each afternoon between September ...09 Jul, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
- Nvidia's slide sends valuation back to pre-AI boom levelsNvidia's stock has experienced a substantial market value decline recently. This chipmaker's shares are now trading at their lowest valuati...09 Jul, 2026, 05.44 AM IST
- Scientists say ozone loss could have been spotted in the 1950s, because today’s layered satellite tools reveal that industrial chemicals were already thinning the atmosphere long before the Antarctic hole was foundA new study reveals that ozone depletion might have been detectable in the 1950s, predating widespread CFC use. Carbon tetrachloride, an in...30 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
- The AI boom is wobbling, but the bubble hasn't burstGlobal stock markets are experiencing a cautious rebound following a tech sell-off, fueled by AI spending and hawkish US interest rate sign...25 Jun, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
- IITian grew up in one bedroom home, had no stable income for 6 years after graduation. An advice from his mother transformed his businessAn IIT BHU graduate, Saurabh Bothra, defied expectations by leaving a stable career path to pursue yoga. After facing financial uncertainty...23 Jun, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
- Argentina may have America to thank for Lionel Messi's latest World Cup heroicsLionel Messi's move to Inter Miami appears a masterstroke as he leads Argentina towards a potential second World Cup title. Still performin...21 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
- US stocks: SpaceX shares close 19% higher in historic market debut, value surges past $2 trillionSpaceX's Nasdaq debut shattered expectations, soaring past $2 trillion and becoming the sixth-largest U.S. company. Investors, from institu...13 Jun, 2026, 01.59 AM IST
- SpaceX IPO makes Elon Musk the world's first trillionaireAt a time when concerns about inequality are high and public attitudes toward the ultra-wealthy have soured, Musk has managed to retain a l...12 Jun, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
- A 2022 volcano eruption in Pacific may have vented a new weapon to fight climate changeA 2022 volcanic eruption unexpectedly revealed a powerful methane destruction mechanism in the stratosphere. Researchers observed high form...31 May, 2026, 06.51 AM IST
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