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The world's most remote inhabited island has an asthma mystery; scientists traced it to just two settlers who arrived in 1817- Four-time Grammy winner Clive Davis was orphaned at 17. Here is how he had channelled tragedy into motivation
- Cleaner city design can cool Barcelona by up to 1.75°C, but new white roofs and parks still cannot offset the more than 6°C warming scientists project by 2100, leaving heat risk high in the neighborhoods that need help most
- Work from home? For FIFA World Cup, even JPMorgan says yesThe FIFA World Cup is unexpectedly granting office workers a reprieve from commutes, with many employers in host cities encouraging remote ...22 Jun, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
- AI's hidden thirst: Why India must align AI and renewable energy policyIndia's AI ambitions face a critical water challenge, with data centre expansion demanding significant resources. While on-site cooling has...22 Jun, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
- FIFA draws criticism as Infantino clocks up air miles at World CupFIFA President Gianni Infantino's extensive private jet travel for the 2026 World Cup is drawing sharp criticism from environmentalists. Hi...21 Jun, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
- FIFA 2026 - How a warm World Cup welcome is endearing the US to fansInitial skepticism about the U.S. co-hosting the World Cup is giving way to positive experiences for international fans. Discoveries of Ame...20 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- In 1888, a photography manufacturer kept looking for an easier way to handle glass plates; it unexpectedly led to roll film and changed how the world took picturesGeorge Eastman fundamentally changed photography by introducing a series of accessible innovations rather than a single invention. He trans...19 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
- Democratic socialists surge in mayoral races across the country as anti-Trump fervor risesA new wave of progressive leaders is winning mayoral races in major US cities. Candidates like Janeese Lewis George in Washington D.C. and ...19 Jun, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
- Several red flags emerge as SpaceX IPO hawks Elon Musk's Mars dreamSpaceX's bold Mars vision faces scientific doubts. Experts highlight engineering challenges and human biology unknowns. Colonizing Mars pre...13 Jun, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Michael Dell: "If you want to sustain excellence over a long time, you'd better come up with a system that works well. Anyone can sprint for a little while, but you can't sprint for..." — Is lasting success built on systems rather than motivation and short-term effort? Learn the secret behind lasting success: Build systems, not sprintsQuote of the Day by Michael Dell explains systems over motivation for lasting success and long-term excellence in business and life growth....12 Jun, 2026, 11.23 PM IST
- China’s EV boom is cleaning the air, and may have prevented 262,000 deathsElectric vehicles are proving to be life savers. Studies show China's shift to electric cars has prevented thousands of premature deaths. A...10 Jun, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
- Texas big medical boost: Nvidia billionaire Tench Coxe, wife Simone donate $100 million to UT Austin healthcare projectNvidia board member Tench Coxe and his wife Simone Coxe have donated $100 million for a new medical center in Austin, Texas. This significa...08 Jun, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
- As World Cup heats up, experts warn fans about mixing alcohol and extreme temperaturesSoccer fans will be drinking alcohol during the FIFA World Cup games. Experts warn that mixing alcohol with extreme heat carries risks. Exc...05 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
- Indian-American couple gives $5.5 million for healthcare infra in USBrij and Sunita Agarwal have gifted USD 5.5 million to expand medical services in Houston. This significant donation will enhance clinical ...05 Jun, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
- Modern air conditioning was invented in America, but not to keep people coolA printing issue in Brooklyn led to the invention of modern air conditioning. This innovation, initially for paper, became a lifesaver, dra...28 May, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
- Meet Christian Menefee, the youngest Harris County attorney who defeated Al Green in Texas Democratic primary runoffChristian D. Menefee, a rising Democratic star, defeated veteran Congressman Al Green in a primary runoff for the newly redrawn Texas 18th ...27 May, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Kevin Costner: 'Marriage is the ability to say you’re sorry. I know that sounds so simple. But you need to, even when you think you’re in the right' - Dance With Wolves, Yellowstone, The Bodyguard actor explains what makes marriages workKevin Costner once shared a simple yet profound marriage insight: the ability to apologise, even when you believe you are right. This empha...27 May, 2026, 08.24 AM IST
- FIFA World Cup to face newest opponent: Brutal heat and violent stormsHeat, humidity and thunderstorms are synonymous with summer in many North American regions -- and in a few weeks they could also threaten t...25 May, 2026, 07.34 AM IST
- Living Supermaterial: What is the new plastic alternative scientists have created that is stronger, smarter, & fully biodegradable?Living Supermaterial: Indian scientists have developed a novel bacteria-grown cellulose material that could serve as a sustainable alternat...23 May, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
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