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Photo: Discover Wildlife/ Curtin University Dinosaurs ruled this planet for over 150 million years before they went extinct nearly 70 million years ago.All that was left behind were bones, teeth, footprints, and a few crystallised secrets buried deep in the ground. For centuries, fossils have been our only window into their world. They show us … Read more

This is the story of Ramya Manjunath Anche, a Bengaluru-born astronomer preparing to study something that has remained difficult for scientists to understand for decades. The subject is of the tiny particles of dust floating between stars. As a teenager fascinated by the 2003 Space Shuttle Columbia disaster, she has now grown up to lead … Read more

Bathrooms, balconies, utility spaces and areas around kitchen sinks can become attractive to insects when there is excess moisture. Stagnant water, leaking taps and damp corners may encourage insect activity, creating a potential food source for lizards. Check for leaks, clear water collected in plant trays and make sure areas prone to moisture are cleaned … Read more

Polish woman shares 5 ways India has changed since she first arrived 10 years ago A decade can make a considerable difference to the way people live in a country. What once seemed like a regular part of daily life can look completely different after a few years. For people who have been away, these … Read more

Your morning cup of coffee can do a second job in the garden. Used coffee grounds are free, easy to collect and full of organic matter, and gardeners have found plenty of ways to put them to work. They’re most useful when handled the right way, in moderation, and either added to compost or spread … Read more

Woman surprises family with unexpected homecoming; husband plans the visit, brother keeps it a secret for a week Family reunions often strike a chord with social media users, particularly when they capture genuine reactions and unexpected moments. A recent Instagram video has caught people’s attention for a similar reason. It shows a woman’s return home … Read more

Making this oil takes minimal effort, though you’ll want to let everything simmer gently to extract all the goodness. Step 1: Prep the seeds Place a small saucepan on the stove and pour in the coconut oil. Lightly crush the methi and kalonji seeds using a mortar and pestle before adding them in—this breaks their … Read more

Photo: AI generated via Canva Before the sun fully rises, and while most of us are still tucked under blankets, near the corner of the Indian Peninsula, a group of women walks toward the sea wearing sarees, not diving suits; then they take a breath, hold it, and disappear beneath the water.But why?For pulling out … Read more

Sanjay Manjrekar on the field (PC:X) There’s no doubt that Alibaug in Maharashtra has become a favourite real estate destination for a number of Bollywood celebs, business personalities and cricketers too. Many affluent homebuyers looking for properties away from the bustle of Mumbai are choosing Alibaug. Adding to the list of high-value property transactions in … Read more

With Diwali on November 8, the annual clean-up is in full swing, and guests will soon be sitting on your sofa cushions and sleeping on your beds. Mattresses, pillows and cushions are easy to forget, yet they collect dust, sweat, oil, spills and odours all year round. The good news is that you do not … Read more