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In 1998, Karl Bushby left Chile to walk home, and 28 years later, a Channel tunnel refusal stalled him; French approval may now let him swim home- Asian Games shooting: Manu Bhaker leads India’s 30-member squad into battle
- Back to the future: Mamata Banerjee's rebellion comes full circle as TMC faces fight over name, symbol and legacy
- Maine: Can Susan Collins survive another Democratic challenge?Maine’s Senate contest pits Republican Sen. Susan Collins against Democrat Troy Jackson, with the race attracting national attention becaus...18 Sep, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
- A New York City marsh was disappearing for decades; scientists added 20 inches of sand and watched what happened nextA salt marsh restoration experiment began at Big Egg Marsh in 2002. Scientists raised the marsh with sand and planted thousands of cordgras...18 Sep, 2026, 02.29 AM IST
- In 1906, diver William Walker began working in darkness beneath a sinking English cathedral; by 1911, his underwater work had helped save the building from collapseMore than a century later, William Walker’s story remains compelling because his greatest contribution to Winchester Cathedral is almost in...17 Sep, 2026, 09.32 PM IST
- In 1992, scientists sent 230 hornets into space to see if they could build a nest without gravity; after 8 days, they returned without building oneDuring a 1992 space mission, the Endeavour shuttle became home to 230 hornets, prompting scientists to investigate how these insects build ...17 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- ‘Done playing the victim’: Sumit Nagal changes mindset after injury-hit 2026Sumit Nagal endured an injury-hit 2026 season, which affected his ranking. He has now stopped playing the victim and is enjoying his tennis...17 Sep, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
- Four years of Project Cheetah: 52 thriving, 32 born in IndiaProject Cheetah in India has successfully reintroduced cheetahs, reaching a population of 52. Thirty-two cheetahs were born in the country,...16 Sep, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Elizabeth II: 'When life seems hard, the courageous do not lie down and accept defeat; instead, they are all the more determined to struggle for a better future.' Life lessons on courage, resilience & never giving upQuote of the day by Elizabeth II: “When life seems hard, the courageous do not lie down and accept defeat; instead, they are all the more d...16 Sep, 2026, 01.34 AM IST
- A 45-year-old mung bean discovery exposes a hidden threat to the world’s doomsday seed banks — frozen crops may not survive as long as scientists once believedNew research suggests some tropical crops lose viability much sooner than older estimates predicted. Mung beans showed strong germination a...14 Sep, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Tyler Perry, 'My biggest success is getting over the things that have tried to destroy and take me out of this life' offers powerful message of emotional well-being, resilience, survival, overcoming adversityQuote of the day by Tyler Perry delivers a powerful life lesson about resilience, courage, and overcoming hardship: sometimes the greatest ...14 Sep, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
- The moon has water, but can it support a city? Scientists warn lunar settlements could run dry despite billions of tonnes of iceLunar exploration is transforming with plans for permanent settlements and industries. Solar power offers a strong foundation for a lunar e...14 Sep, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
- His son discovered crores only after his death: Chennai financial advisor shares the money mistake one generation keeps makingChennai-based financial advisor B Padmanaban shared a story about a father who accumulated deposits, investments and properties worth crore...14 Sep, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
- Abandoned at 7, she survived by selling flowers and washing cars: Actor Madhavan applauds transgender artist who chose dance to ‘live with dignity, pride and purpose’Actor R Madhavan took to Instagram to highlight the inspiring journey of Krishna Mohini, a transgender artist who overcame adversity after ...14 Sep, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
- In 1864, Tasmania imported brown trout for sport. 162 years later, it is building barriers to save a native fish reduced to just 6,000 individualsFor more than a hundred years, introduced brown trout have altered the freshwater ecosystems of Tasmania. In response, conservation teams a...10 Sep, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
- Marital rape: Supreme Court to examine prosecution of husbandsThe Supreme Court is gearing up to review petitions that contest the marital rape exception, reiterating that marriage does not negate a wo...09 Sep, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
- In 2018, scientists moved wolves to isolated Isle Royale island to rebuild its ecosystem; five years later, their population had grown to at least 27On Isle Royale National Park, wildlife managers achieved a remarkable feat by successfully reintroducing wolves in 2018. Since then, these ...08 Sep, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Elizabeth Taylor: “I’ve been through it all, baby, I’m… – Inspiring lessons on resilience, perseverance, overcoming adversity, survival and why this too shall pass by the American actress known for her powerful performances and deep insights on determination and life’s challengesQuote of the Day by Elizabeth Taylor: Elizabeth Taylor’s quote, “I’ve been through it all, baby, I’m Mother Courage” explores the importanc...08 Sep, 2026, 08.43 PM IST
- In 1984, NASA left Bacillus spores in space for nearly 6 years; after LDEF returned to Earth, 1–2% of the exposed spores were still aliveDuring an extensive six-year voyage aboard the LDEF satellite, soil bacteria spores demonstrated remarkable resilience, surviving the rigor...05 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
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