- Unconditional love
Shakespeare's ideal of eternal love is explored, questioning if such unconditional affection exists, even in filial bonds. The piece highli...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.19 PM IST
Portugal in the 20th century planted millions of Australian eucalyptus trees for the paper industry, but scientists now say the country's forests are more fire-prone and far less biodiverse than native woodlandsPortugal's widespread eucalyptus plantations, established for industry, are now fueling devastating wildfires. These fast-growing trees, im...
03 Jul, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
Since 1978, China has planted 66 billion trees to fight the desert; scientists just found they are outpacing natural forests by 66%China's massive tree-planting initiative, aimed at combating desertification, has yielded surprising results. New research indicates these ...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
Chile in the 1970s planted millions of Monterey pine and eucalyptus trees for timber, but scientists now say many native forests have been replaced, while streams and wildlife have declinedChile's biodiversity hotspot has witnessed a dramatic native forest decline since 1960, replaced by fast-growing pine plantations. Driven b...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
Britain in the 1920s planted millions of Sitka spruce trees for timber, but scientists now say the country's forests support far fewer birds, plants, and insects than native woodlandsBritain's vast Sitka spruce plantations, while economically vital, host a surprisingly limited number of species compared to native trees. ...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
Israel, in the mid-1900s, planted millions of pine trees, and ecologists later found that the Mediterranean shrubs that grew back underneath decided which birds would move inPine forests teeming with birdlife have a secret: it's not the trees, but the undergrowth. A study reveals that dense shrub layers dramatic...
02 Jul, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
She studied on road while her mother sold flowers: Chennai girl’s quiet battle for education has a lesson about hard work many parents find hard to teach kidsChennai girl studies on the footpath beside her mother's flower stall in Tambaram. The young girl's unwavering focus on her studies beside ...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.21 AM IST
Greek Proverb of the Day: 'A society grows great when old men...'-A timeless lesson on legacy, selflessness, and building a better futureA timeless Greek proverb highlights that true societal greatness stems from selfless acts benefiting future generations. It emphasizes that...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
Are kids on sale on Vinted e-commerce site? Disturbing listings spark child trafficking fears across EuropeAlarming claims of child trafficking on Vinted, fueled by suspicious product listings with coded descriptions and high prices, have prompte...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
Scientists found an 8-year-old Neanderthal child in a Belgian cave, and the molar DNA found is said to be the oldest human genetic code ever sequenced, turning one hillside into a rare window on our deep pastA young Neanderthal girl, the "Scladina child," unearthed in Belgium, has revolutionized our understanding of these ancient relatives. Her ...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
Missouri Crime News: 10-Year-old boy likely to be first ever in state to be charged with first-degree murder after shooting death of 7-month-old girlA shocking incident in Missouri has seen a 10-year-old boy charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old baby gir...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.40 AM IST
PM Modi visits tortoise enclosure, joins Seychelles president in tree plantation ceremonyDuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent trip to Seychelles, he enjoyed an unforgettable experience interacting with giant tortoises. T...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
PM Modi receives grand welcome from Indian diaspora on arrival in SeychellesPrime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand welcome in Seychelles, with the Indian diaspora and President Patrick Herminie greeting him u...
27 Jun, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
African Proverb of the Day: “When you show the moon to a child, it sees only… — Life lessons on perception, learning, guidance, understanding and why you should keep your eyes on the prizeAfrican Proverb of the Day: “When you show the moon to a child, it sees only your finger” highlights the importance of perspective, underst...
26 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
Once known for drought & rejecting girl child, this village is now green haven that celebrates every girl born. All because one father turned his daughter's death into revolutionA father's grief over the loss of his daughter sparked a remarkable movement in a village in Rajasthan. Today, Piplantri celebrates the bir...
26 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Italy planted Norway spruce across the Alps in the 1930s, a deliberate-but-naive reforestation drive, but 90 years on, plant diversity is 50% lower than in native forestsA 90-year-old reforestation project in Italy's Prealps planted Norway spruce. A new study reveals this decision drastically reduced plant d...
19 Jun, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
In 1960, Spain planted an invasive tree thinking it was a great idea, and now it's hammering local birdlife because the ecosystem can't keep upNew research from Spain reveals a stark difference in birdlife between native forests and eucalyptus plantations. While species numbers rem...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.03 PM IST