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A massive crocodile lurked in Lucy’s world, and early human ancestors may have been its prey- Psychology says people who keep sipping water while eating aren't distracted, they may be listening to their body in a different way
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- US renames 'Indo-Pacific Command' to 'US Pacific Command' title in major moveThe United States has reverted the name of its military command. It is now called the US Pacific Command, undoing a change made in 2018. Th...17 Jun, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
- Quote of the day by inventor Nikola Tesla: 'I wish I could be beside you now mother, to bring you the glass of water. All these years...' The genius scientist reflects on the true personal cost of being ambitiousNikola Tesla's widely shared quote offers a glimpse into the emotional struggles often associated with the inventor's later years. While hi...17 Jun, 2026, 04.50 AM IST
- G7 summit in France: What you should know about host town Evian-Les-BainsFrance's President Emmanuel Macron has chosen Evian-les-Bains to host this year's G7 summit. This small spa town on Lake Geneva is famous f...15 Jun, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
- Why are some of Mongolia’s lakes called 'seas'? Here’s the likely reasonMongolia's landlocked geography might seem at odds with its large lakes often called "sea." This naming stems from the Mongolian word 'dala...14 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
- El Niño is here, but can the Indian Ocean Dipole save India's monsoon?El Niño conditions have developed in the Pacific Ocean. This weather pattern often leads to less rain and hotter temperatures in India. Far...14 Jun, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
- In 1930, a chemist was testing a rubbery polymer found it hardened the wrong way, and PVC moved into pipes, raincoats, and recordsA chemist named Waldo Semon sought rubber but found a stubborn polymer. His accidental discovery led to flexible PVC. This material, once d...13 Jun, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
- Tughlakabad extension fire: 3 dead, 8 injured as blaze erupts in Delhi buildingDelhi's Tughlakabad extension Govindpuri fire: A devastating fire ripped through a multi-storey residential building in Delhi's Tughlakabad...12 Jun, 2026, 08.52 AM IST
- Roman proverb of the day: 'A drop of water hollows out a stone, not by force, but by falling often...' Constant effort in life will always overcome the toughest obstaclesThe Roman Proverb of the Day, "A drop of water hollows out a stone, not by force, but by falling often," highlights the power of persistenc...11 Jun, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
- Taiwan says its sovereignty cannot be 'violated', as China ends coast guard patrolTaiwan's coast guard asserts its maritime sovereignty cannot be violated by China. China recently ended a patrol east of Taiwan, inspecting...11 Jun, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
- Meet Vibhav Altekar, the Indian-origin engineer behind the drone boat that pulled off a first-of-its-kind US military rescueA remarkable rescue operation near the Strait of Hormuz saw an autonomous vessel, Corsair, play a vital role. Developed by Saronic Technolo...10 Jun, 2026, 07.29 PM IST
- Nagaland Lottery Result Today (10-06-2026): Rs 1 crore winner of Dear Wednesday draw; Check full winners list and prize detailsNagaland Lottery Result Today (10-06-2026): The Nagaland State Lottery Sambad Dear Wednesday Weekly Draw results for June 10, 2026, have be...10 Jun, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
- China, Taiwan spar over legality of coast guard patrols east of islandChina and Taiwan are in a dispute over Chinese coast guard patrols near Taiwan's waters. Taiwan claims these patrols are harassing merchant...10 Jun, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
- What is the US Fifth Fleet, America’s backbone in the Middle East and why is it under Iran’s attack?Iran's IRGC claimed to have targeted the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain amidst escalating tensions. This naval command, cruc...10 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
- Korean proverb of the day: 'Love is like water, its shape changes depending on the vessel' - A timeless lesson on how love finds new ways to thrive in every season of lifeLove evolves, much like water adapting to its container. This Korean proverb talks about how relationships must change with life's stages a...09 Jun, 2026, 08.05 PM IST
- In 1907, a paper company trying to salvage a shipment of tissue sent out stronger sheets, which led to the creation of paper towelsIn 1907, what began as a manufacturing mishap morphed into the revolutionary invention of paper towels. The unexpected resilience of tissue...09 Jun, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
- In 1916, chemists hunting a soap substitute made a cleaner that worked in hard water, and laundry detergent changed washing foreverThe demand for cleaner solutions during World War I led to the invention of synthetic detergents. These groundbreaking products outperforme...09 Jun, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
- In 1999, a Texas farmer donated 87 acres for a public park for just $10, and in 2025, the city sold it to a data center developer for $10 millionA Texas farmer's 1999 gift of 87 acres for a park was intended to benefit local children. Decades later, that land is slated for a data cen...09 Jun, 2026, 03.33 PM IST
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