A simple layer of aluminum foil beneath a roof can cut summer heat entering homes by up to 53%, researchers foundAttic heat gain significantly impacts home cooling costs during summer months. A thin layer of reflective aluminum foil can reduce this hea...
17 Jul, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
One roll of aluminum foil could help you stay more comfortable this winter —here's how it works on drafty windowsDrafty windows quietly let warm air escape all winter. Even small gaps can make rooms feel colder and push heating bills higher. A roll of ...
16 Jul, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
Meet the thunderstorm that shows up at 3 PM. Almost every day like clockworkA unique thunderstorm named Hector forms daily over Australia's Tiwi Islands. This storm reliably appears each afternoon between September ...
09 Jul, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
Add one spoonful of this simple ingredient to your cleaning water, and your windows could stay cleaner longer than usualWinter's persistent window fog and drips can lead to mold and structural damage. A simple, inexpensive solution gaining traction involves a...
29 May, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
Why cold weather and low fuel levels can spell trouble for your carWinter driving in cold regions demands attention to your car's fuel system. Keeping your gas tank above half full is a crucial tip. This si...
07 May, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
The simple salt-water trick that can reduce window condensation in winterWinter mornings often bring foggy windows. A simple trick using salt water can help. Salt's hygroscopic nature pulls moisture from the air....
07 May, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
The ‘Glass of Water’ Test That Shows If Your Indoor Air Is Too Dry or Too DampA simple glass of water and ice can reveal your home's air quality. This easy test shows if your indoor air is too dry or too humid. Dry ai...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
One Spoonful In Your Cleaning Water: The Window Washing Tweak That Keeps Glass Clear Longer In WinterAdding a teaspoon of glycerin to window cleaning water significantly improves clarity over days by altering how water interacts with glass....
03 Apr, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
Eerie radiation fog blankets 400 miles of California, leaving drivers and cities in a hazeRadiation fog has covered California’s Central Valley for several weeks, stretching from Redding to Bakersfield and persisting from late No...
18 Dec, 2025, 07.29 PM IST
Quick fix of the day: A winter trick for an instantly clear windscreenWinter fogging on car windscreens is a common issue in Delhi NCR and northern states, caused by warm, humid cabin air meeting cold glass. M...
11 Dec, 2025, 03.26 PM IST
Delhi cloud seeding failed to bring rain due to low moisture, says IIT-Kanpur directorIIT-Kanpur Director Manindra Agrawal stated that Delhi's cloud seeding trials, though unsuccessful in inducing rain, yielded valuable data ...
29 Oct, 2025, 04.42 PM IST
Air pollution, human activity linked to worsening fog in Indo-Gangetic Plain: World Met bodyThe World Meteorological Organization (WMO) reports a surge in air pollution and winter fog across the Indo-Gangetic Plain, impacting over ...
05 Sep, 2025, 04.39 PM IST
NYT Mini Crossword December 5: Breakdown of today’s puzzle | Clues and answersThe New York Times Mini Crossword for December 5 delivers another enjoyable and engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
05 Dec, 2024, 11.51 PM IST
Extreme winter nighttime pollution in New Delhi air explainedA team of researchers from the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Switzerland along with scientist from the Indian Institute of Technology (I...
14 Mar, 2023, 07.49 PM IST
What is widespread condensation hack on TikTok? Check hereTikTok hacks are rampant these days and primarily focus on making people's lives easier by sharing quick-fix solutions to common problems. ...
13 Dec, 2022, 09.20 PM IST
View: Iran sanctions are fuelling tensions within OpecIran exported just over 2 million barrels a day of crude oil and condensate in August 2018.
09 Sep, 2018, 03.08 PM IST
Mars gullies sculpted by dry ice, not liquid waterA new study conducted by French scientists shows that gullies on Mars may be formed by dry ice processes rather than flowing liquid water.
24 Dec, 2015, 03.55 PM IST