In 1977, California removed the last herbivores from San Miguel Island after years of overgrazing. Decades later, the barren landscape produced a stunning ecological comeback, transforming into an island covered with native vegetationSan Miguel Island tells a powerful conservation story. Once called a “barren lump of sand,” the 9,500-acre California island suffered more ...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
In 1953, South Korea began a massive reforestation campaign after the Korean War. Decades later, the effort produced a stunning transformation, with more than 10 billion trees turning barren mountains into thriving forestsAfter the Korean War ended in 1953, South Korea faced severely degraded hills and mountains, with millions of hectares classified as “bare ...
10 Aug, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
Why are people wrapping their feet with aluminum foil? Expert reacts to viral social media claims about its benefitsRecently, an unusual trend on social media has surfaced, suggesting the use of aluminum foil around feet to keep warm in the winter season....
10 Aug, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
In 1875, Charles Darwin first suggested two plant species might be carnivorous, new study finds unique flower matches legendary naturalists' hypothesis. Check how does it catch insectsCatching insects comes with a potential drawback. Many carnivorous plants depend on insects for pollination and risk trapping the very visi...
10 Aug, 2026, 01.13 AM IST
Ownly, magicpin eye bigger slice of India’s food delivery marketFood delivery platforms Ownly and magicpin are seeking greater market share in India. Both platforms report increased restaurant participat...
09 Aug, 2026, 11.31 AM IST
What to know about Donald Trump's new attempt to limit birthright citizenshipThe Trump administration issued new executive orders targeting birthright citizenship. These orders aim to restrict citizenship for childre...
08 Aug, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Britain used discarded seafood waste and engineered reef habitats to solve the collapse of native oyster ecosystems; the result transformed lifeless seabeds into thriving underwater habitats capable of supporting oysters, fish, and countless marine speciesBritain is deploying concrete reef cubes and scallop shells to revive native oyster populations. These structures aim to provide essential ...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
Psychology says people who offer food to stray animals aren't acting without purpose: What the behavior reveals about empathy, emotional health and human connection?Psychology says people who offer food to animals aren't simply feeding a stray or a pet. Research suggests this behavior reflects empathy, ...
07 Aug, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
Scientists uncover how ancient Roman concrete became more durable over nearly 2,000 yearsResearchers have made significant strides in understanding the enduring nature of ancient Roman concrete, which has surprisingly withstood ...
07 Aug, 2026, 02.32 AM IST
In 1990, U.S. conservationists repurposed thousands of discarded Christmas trees to slow coastal erosion. Thirty-six years later, the unusual experiment produced thriving wetlands, healthier wildlife habitats, and stronger natural defenses against stormsHow Recycled Christmas Trees Are Saving Louisiana’s Coastline: Louisiana has lost over 2,000 square miles of coastline since the 1930s. But...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Tsutomu Yamaguchi, the only recognized double survivor, survived Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings by US which killed 200,000Tsutomu Yamaguchi survived both atomic bombings of Japan in 1945. He was in Hiroshima and later Nagasaki when the devastating bombs detonat...
06 Aug, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
How to use aluminium foil to make dead LED bulb light up: Science trick that could bring it back to lifeSometimes, LED bulbs can stop working early because of a single diode failure. A clever DIY tip involves using aluminium foil to circumvent...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
Scientists found ants have been running tiny 'Dairy Farms' for 35 million years, and the sweet reward explains whyAnts and aphids share an ancient mutualistic relationship for nourishment and protection. Ants herd aphids, receiving sugary honeydew and p...
04 Aug, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
Japan casts military buildup as path to economic prosperityJapan's government promotes its military expansion as a path to economic growth. The defense white paper advocates for technology and start...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.02 AM IST
In 2006, Arizona tried to eliminate a cotton pest by breeding billions more; planes flooded fields with sterile pink bollworm moths; by 2018, the US declared victoryThe elimination of the pink bollworm pest in the United States marks a significant achievement by scientists. By introducing billions of st...
03 Aug, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
Proverb of the day by George Washington, 'True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation' teaches timeless lesson on real friends in life, office, workplace, loyalty in relationshipGeorge Washington's timeless proverb offers a simple reminder for modern life: do not judge friendship by how quickly it begins. Give meani...
02 Aug, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
In 2012, snowmobilers found a car buried under about a meter of snow in Sweden; inside was a driver who had survived close to two months with little or no foodA Swedish man survived nearly two months trapped inside his snow-buried car. He was found alive in February 2012 after disappearing in Dece...
30 Jul, 2026, 04.35 PM IST