1978, Massachusetts developed a 127-acre reef of 2,500 concrete-filled tire bundles in Nantucket Sound; a 2019 survey found fish arrived in about 33 seconds at reefs versus nearly eight minutes over bare sandNearly fifty years ago, Massachusetts introduced tire reefs to enhance marine ecosystems. Recent research indicates that these structures n...
09 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Real or AI-generated? How to spot fake viral videos before you believe or share them on social mediaAI-generated videos are becoming increasingly realistic and harder to distinguish from genuine footage. Viewers should carefully examine vi...
31 Aug, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
In 2021, when scientists were exploring Antarctica’s Filchner Ice Shelf seafloor, they discovered 'underwater city' with 60 million fish nests & its own natural energy sourceFilchner Ice Shelf Fish: Scientists discovered a vast Antarctic icefish colony beneath the ice of the Weddell Sea, revealing millions of ne...
31 Aug, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
This Italian city was founded by Spartans in 706 BC. Now it is building Europe’s first sea sanctuary for dolphinsTaranto is pioneering a groundbreaking sea-based sanctuary dedicated to dolphins that have been held in captivity. This innovative refuge r...
27 Aug, 2026, 08.02 PM IST
In 1961, two Wisconsin fishing buddies vanished without a trace but now the mystery of their haunting disappearance has been solvedIn 1961, two Wisconsin fishing buddies vanished without a trace but now the mystery of their haunting disappearance has been solved. Ronald...
24 Aug, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
16th-century shipwreck of a merchant vessel discovered off the coast of Ramatuelle in France accidentally when navy researchers scanned the seafloor in routine sonar investigations16th-century shipwreck of a merchant vessel discovered off the coast of Ramatuelle in France accidentally when navy researchers scanned the...
24 Aug, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
In 1997, scientists strapped cameras to sperm whales to find giant squid. 7 years later, researchers finally filmed the elusive monster aliveA giant squid once lived mostly in legend. Scientists had scars, tentacles and dead specimens. They lacked clear footage of the animal aliv...
23 Aug, 2026, 12.10 AM IST
Quote of the Day by David Attenborough: “No one will protect the natural world we don’t care about...” — a powerful life lesson on nature, curiosity, responsibility, conservation and why we rarely protect what we have never learned to truly see, from the legendary broadcaster known for bringing the hidden world of wildlife into millions of homesQuote of the Day by David Attenborough: “No one will protect the natural world we don’t care about...” highlights a fundamental truth about...
21 Aug, 2026, 12.40 AM IST
In 1915, pack ice sank Shackleton’s Endurance; 107 years later, explorers found its wreck remarkably intact beneath the Weddell SeaAfter a century-long mystery, Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship Endurance has been discovered beneath the ice of the Weddell Sea. The remarkable...
15 Aug, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Reflecting Pool row takes new turn as Trump reveals new evidencePresident Trump again accused David Hearn of damaging the Lincoln Memorial pool. He also admitted rushed renovation work contributed to som...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
Moken sea nomads living on the Andaman Sea can see underwater like dolphins: Scientists discover how this Indigenous tribe trained their eyes to develop superhuman visionScientists have confirmed that Moken sea nomad children living on the Andaman Sea can see underwater with twice the clarity of other childr...
30 Jul, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Video: Mother orca catches sea turtle; instead of eating it, spends minutes playing with it as calf looks on from nearbyDrone footage captured an orca mother manipulating a sea turtle. Scientists believe this behavior may teach her young cub hunting technique...
25 Jul, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
Engineers create 3D-printed robotic fish that swim, play and recharge themselves through automated charging systems. Here's all you need to knowEngineers have developed robotic fish that mimic real aquatic life, offering an aquarium experience without the upkeep. These miniature sub...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
DRDO develops new generation man-portable underwater vehiclesThe system comprises multiple autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) equipped with side scan sonar and underwater cameras as primary payload...
14 Nov, 2025, 08.09 PM IST
Couple gets engaged underwater in black sea with ring and champagneA young couple from Russia got engaged underwater in the Black Sea. Daniil proposed to Nastya with a ring and champagne while scuba diving ...
09 Sep, 2025, 09.06 PM IST
Why did James Cameron take so long to complete 'Avatar: The Way of Water'?James Cameron's much-awaited sequel to Avatar is finally here, 13 years after the release of the original. Cameron created advanced tech fo...
07 Dec, 2022, 01.58 AM IST
ET Review: Olympus Tough TG-2There are very few options when it comes to rugged compact digital cameras. Olympus’s TG-2 impresses with great performance, fantastic desi...
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