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Proverb of the day: 'A moment of patience can...' Life lessons from Chinese proverb on rational thinking, impulsive reactions, resilience, patience, toxic stress, mental well-being, and irreversible damage- China's rivers and lakes defied a global oxygen crisis across 17 years, and nearly 1,300 sites, and the surprise is that it had nothing to do with slowing down climate change
- A termite pesticide banned in 1988 is still turning up in wildlife; researchers found toxic brain levels in nearly half the sick skunks they examined near Detroit
- In the 1940s, the brown tree snake reached Guam hidden in post-WWII cargo and set off a chain reaction that scientists are still measuring today; birds gone, tree seedlings down by up to 92%, and spiders multiplying up to 40-fold on an island that once had neitherAn invasive brown treesnake on Guam has decimated native bird populations, leading to a silent forest. This loss has crippled the island's ...25 Jun, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
- From Brahma Kamal to Night phlox: 7 rare flowers you will only see blooming under the moonlightDiscover nature's nocturnal wonders as several captivating flowers unfurl their petals only after sunset. From the famed Queen of the Night...22 Jun, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
- Psychology says people who hate cilantro aren't picky eaters: Their brains and genes may literally be tasting something differentPsychology suggests that even ordinary disagreements can reveal surprising insights about human behavior. The real story is not about cilan...18 Jun, 2026, 10.52 PM IST
- In 1860, German chemistry PhD Albert Niemann isolated cocaine from coca leaves; the tongue-numbness he noted led to the first local anesthesia 24 years laterA simple observation of numbness from coca leaves led to a medical revolution. Scientists isolated cocaine, revealing its power to block pa...18 Jun, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
- In 1992, a tanker crash in Australia's Blue Mountains was doused with PFAS foam; 33 years on, tap water tested 300 times above the safe limitA 1992 petrol tanker crash in Australia's Blue Mountains caused PFAS contamination. Firefighters used foam containing these chemicals. Deca...16 Jun, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
- In 1987, the world swapped ozone-destroying CFCs for safer refrigerants; nearly 40 years later, scientists found the switch had been quietly raining a forever chemical across the planetChemicals meant to protect the planet are now causing a new issue. Replacements for ozone-damaging CFCs are forming a stubborn chemical, TF...11 Jun, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
- Reactor reboot at world's largest nuclear plant highlights flaws in Japan's radioactive waste plansJapan has restarted its largest nuclear power plant to meet energy demands. However, the nation faces a critical challenge: a severe shorta...11 Jun, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
- Namami Gange: Industrial pollution flowing into Ganga down nearly 60 per cent since 2017Industrial pollution in the Ganga has significantly decreased by almost 60 percent since 2017. This achievement is credited to the Namami G...09 Jun, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
- Sleeping poorly? 5 plants you should remove from your bedroom right now for better sleepCertain houseplants, while beautiful, can disrupt sleep and room comfort. Strong fragrances from jasmine and lilies, pollen from lilies, an...01 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
- Never bring these 5 indoor plants home as they can be dangerous for you and your familyMany beautiful houseplants pose hidden dangers, ranging from skin irritation to severe poisoning if ingested. Oleander, Dieffenbachia, Phil...29 May, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
- 6 indoor plants that look harmless but can be dangerously toxic to petsPet owners, beware! Popular houseplants like Peace Lily, Sago Palm, Aloe Vera, Pothos, Philodendron, and Dieffenbachia pose serious health ...25 May, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
- 40,000 people under evacuation orders for a chemical tank leak in Southern CaliforniaAuthorities are racing to prevent the explosion of a leaking storage tank containing hazardous chemicals in Garden Grove, California, promp...23 May, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
- Chinese proverb of the day: 'A dog's mouth cannot...' Life lessons on kindness, wisdom, human nature, honesty, justice and why one should not expect much from arrogant or self-centered peopleChinese proverb of the day explains the meaning of “A dog’s mouth cannot produce ivory.” The proverb talks about kindness, wisdom, honesty,...13 May, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
- Four workers fall unconscious after inhaling toxic fumes at Vizag steel plantFour workers collapsed after inhaling fumes from a gas leak at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant's Thermal Power Plant area. The incident occur...12 May, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
- How to keep mosquitoes away using burnt coffee powderTired of mosquito bites and chemical repellents? Burnt coffee powder offers a simple, natural, and effective way to keep mosquitoes away. T...08 May, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
- As Yamuna chokes, political heat rises in Mathura ahead of 2027 UP electionsThe deteriorating condition of the Yamuna river in Mathura is becoming a significant political issue ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assemb...03 May, 2026, 11.09 AM IST
- The ancient miracle tree that filters your tap water better than any man-made system ever couldNew research published in ACS Omega reveals that Moringa oleifera seeds can remove over 98 percent of harmful microplastics, including dang...01 May, 2026, 12.06 AM IST
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