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No electricity, no diesel: Sonam Wangchuk's invented tent can stay warm at -14 degrees. How does it work?Sonam Wangchuk’s innovative tent was designed to stay warm even when temperatures outside dropped to -14°C. In 2021, he said it could reach...02 Aug, 2026, 11.40 AM IST- FBI investigates as Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on its water systemsMichigan faces cybersecurity challenges as nine of its water systems fall victim to cyberattacks, akin to those seen in Minnesota. Although...02 Aug, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
- Should you water plants with warm or cold water? The answer might surprise youWater temperature significantly impacts plant health and growth. Lukewarm water is generally the safest choice for most plants. Extremely h...01 Aug, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
- DK Shivakumar asks Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to defer Bengaluru visit amid Cauvery tensionsThe CM was referring to the protests triggered by the Cauvery Water Management Authority's (CWMA) decision upholding the Cauvery Water Regu...31 Jul, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
- For over a decade, Louisiana groups have been planting cypress and tupelo trees to help buffer hurricanes; 30,000 are planned near Lake BorgneVolunteers are replanting thousands of trees near Lake Borgne, Louisiana. These efforts aim to rebuild a natural buffer against storm surge...31 Jul, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
- NASA's Curiosity rover discovers vast field of honeycomb-like textures on Mars. Here's why it mattersNASA's Curiosity rover found a large field of honeycomb-like rock textures. These polygonal fractures are the largest such formation the ro...30 Jul, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
- In 1999, Swedish doctor Anna Bågenholm was trapped beneath river ice in Norway for 80 minutes, and her heart stopped; five months later, she returned to workAnna Bågenholm survived 80 minutes trapped in freezing water after a skiing accident. Her body temperature dropped to a record low of 13.7 ...30 Jul, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
- At about 11,000 feet, a Tibetan Plateau solar farm still used for sheep grazing made nearby soil freeze earlier and thaw laterA solar farm in Tibet has unexpectedly made the ground colder. Researchers found the soil beneath panels stayed frozen for fifty extra days...30 Jul, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
- Not with a knife or boiling water: A safer way to remove freezer ice faster, according to appliance guidesIce buildup in freezers reduces cooling efficiency and increases electricity costs. Chipping ice with knives or using boiling water can dam...30 Jul, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
- Cauvery water: Will not allow any project that adversely affects water sharing, says BJP TN spokesperson Narayanan ThirupathyThe BJP has assured all Cauvery basin states of strict adherence to the law. The party stands by the Union government's responsible positio...29 Jul, 2026, 12.50 PM IST
- In 1996, an Indonesian farmer began planting banyan trees across barren hills, and 11,000 trees later, springs returned across 250 hectaresA farmer named Sadiman planted thousands of trees on barren land in Indonesia. His extensive planting of banyan and ficus trees revitalized...26 Jul, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
- From Jade vine to Olive tree: 6 plants believed to bring good luck, harmony and positive energyMany cultures believe certain plants help create a calmer, more positive home environment, even though there is no scientific evidence that...25 Jul, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
- In 1942, America completed Friant Dam and diverted most of the San Joaquin River into farms; a salmon run once numbering nearly 50,000 adults collapsedFriant Dam construction in California significantly altered the San Joaquin River's flow. This action disconnected salmon from their spawni...24 Jul, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
- Priyanka Chopra’s dietician reveals a spice mix, consisting of three common kitchen ingredients that can lower blood sugarCelebrity dietician Anjali Mukherjee recently took to Instagram to explain how a combination of just three spice powders can help you comba...24 Jul, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
- In 1966, the U.S. Army drilled through 1.4 km of Greenland ice; decades later, forgotten soil from the core revealed preserved leaves and twigsA forgotten Greenland soil sample from 1966 revealed ancient plant remains. This discovery showed the area was once ice-free and vegetated....23 Jul, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
- Can't sleep through the night? Delhi nutritionist shares 8 simple food swaps that may help you sleep better naturallyNutritionist Lovneet Batra suggests dietary changes can improve sleep quality. Warm milk with ashwagandha aids relaxation, unlike caffeinat...21 Jul, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
- Before you leave for vacation, put a coin in your freezer; here's the reasonA simple coin hack can reveal if your freezer lost power while you were away. Pour water into a cup and freeze it completely before placing...21 Jul, 2026, 02.25 AM IST
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