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Siberian elm was widely planted in America for windbreaks and as a disease-tolerant shade tree; it escaped cultivation and is now considered invasive in 41 states- Almost every tree he planted in Niger died until he looked more closely at bushes. His discovery helped regenerate 5 million hectares
- In 2007, the Great Green Wall aimed to restore 100 million hectares across Africa's Sahel. 19 years later, Ethiopia, Senegal and Nigeria have restored millions of hectares of land
- Why emergency blankets look like giant sheets of foil; a thin metallic coating reflects radiant heat toward the bodyEmergency blankets are designed to reflect radiant heat, effectively helping to maintain body warmth. This innovative technology has its ro...18 Aug, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- In the 1800s, Americans planted tamarisk for windbreaks and erosion control; by 2005, the tree had spread across western river systems and become a major management concernTamarisk was originally brought in for various practical applications, but it has since proliferated across western waterways. This invasiv...11 Aug, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
- In the 1930s, a Florida nurseryman scattered Australian tree seeds from an airplane to dry wetlands; the trees later invaded more than 400,000 acres of Florida wetlandsIn the 1930s, melaleuca trees were introduced to Florida's Everglades. These trees were intended to drain wetlands for development and farm...30 Jul, 2026, 04.11 PM IST
- In the 1930s, the Dust Bowl devastated America but Franklin D. Roosevelt's massive tree-planting project is still protecting US farmland nearly 90 years laterThe Dust Bowl is one of the worst environmental disasters in American history, but it also sparked one of the country's largest conservatio...27 Jul, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
- In 1935, the United States began planting 220 million trees from Texas to Canada to stop the Dust Bowl, creating 18,600 miles of living windbreaks by 1942Giant dust storms ravaged the American Great Plains during the 1930s. President Franklin D. Roosevelt initiated a massive tree planting pro...25 Jul, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
- Does planting more trees on farmland actually hurt bird populations? Here's what a new study reveals about hidden risks of tree plantingNew research from Japan reveals that planting trees for conservation, while beneficial for some birds, can negatively impact species relian...23 Jun, 2026, 04.35 AM IST
- Tamil Nadu develops 2km coastal bioshield in Cuddalore to protect from sea-level rise, erosionTamil Nadu has established a nearly 2 km long coastal bioshield in Cuddalore, spanning 45 hectares, to combat sea-level rise and erosion. T...22 Feb, 2026, 08.11 PM IST
- Taylor Swift's outfit at Super Bowl 2025 gets rave reviews; here's what she wore and the message she conveyedTaylor Swift made waves in her Super Bowl 2025 outfit, which included a sparkling 'T' necklace, crystal-embellished denim shorts, and a chi...10 Feb, 2025, 06.22 PM IST
- Defy the Wind and Rain: With Top 10 Windcheater Jackets for Men in IndiaWindcheater jackets for men are a fashionable and opulent outerwear choice that seamlessly combines style with functionality. These jackets...10 Jan, 2024, 05.58 PM IST
- Taylor Swift attends Chiefs vs Bills game: Every time Taylor Swift attended NFL to Cheer for Travis KelceAs Taylor Swift's romance with Travis Kelce blossomed, she set on a journey from witnessing victories in exclusive suites to sharing cheers...11 Dec, 2023, 08.04 PM IST
- Which jacket did Taylor Swift wear to Kansas City Chief’s game? Know what happenedTaylor Swift sported a windbreaker jacket from Erin Andrews' clothing line.13 Oct, 2023, 09.05 AM IST
- 7 Best Black Winter Coats for Men and Women: Stay Stylishly Warm this SeasonWhen the cold weather sets in, a stylish and dependable black winter coat becomes an essential part of your wardrobe. It's the one piece of...22 Sep, 2023, 08.03 PM IST
- Black winter coats for men - Master your winter style with chic coatsEmbrace the winter chill in style with this collection of black winter coats for men. These coats not only provide essential warmth but als...19 Sep, 2023, 08.24 PM IST
- NCR construction ban over air quality harsh: RealtorsOn Friday, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) banned non-essential construction and demolition work in the region in view of ...31 Dec, 2022, 12.54 AM IST
- Natural windbreaks help sustain bird diversity, says studyA study conducted in the Kalakkad-Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve spread across two districts in Tamil Nadu has showed that natural windbreaks a...15 Nov, 2013, 12.55 AM IST
- 1.7 lakh trees felled for Posco plant, Odisha district loses cyclone barrierWhile the country’s eastern seaboard braces for cyclone Phailin, the people in Jagatsinghpur district in Odisha are particularly in dread.R...12 Oct, 2013, 08.37 AM IST
- Lacoste turns 75, wows New York crowdFrench "sports chic" label Lacoste wowed the crowd with a ski-themed show Saturday at New York fashion week, kicking off the 75th year of t...03 Feb, 2008, 07.03 AM IST
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