In 1839, Charles Goodyear dropped rubber on a hot stove, noticed it hardened, and this helped transform modern transportation

Charles Goodyear accidentally discovered vulcanization. Image credit – Wikimedia Natural rubber was known for its weaknesses, such as being sticky at high temperatures and brittle at low temperatures, which made it unsuitable for extensive industrial applications. Charles Goodyear’s attempts to enhance natural rubber were underway in 1839. Then came the pivotal moment.Historical literature describes the…

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LSG vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: MS Dhoni unavailable as Chennai look to continue playoff push; Rishabh Pant’s Lucknow playing for pride at home

Chennai Super Kings enter this match against Lucknow Super Giants still very much in the playoff race despite an uneven campaign. CSK currently sit fifth on the table with six wins from 11 matches and their qualification equation is simple now — keep winning and hope results elsewhere go their way. Their recent performances have…

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10 simple habits of happy couples

Real love isn’t like the movies. It’s rarely about the rain-soaked airport reunions or the expensive flower arrangements. Most of the time, “happily ever after” is built in the quiet, boring, in-between moments. It’s about how you treat each other when the coffee runs out or when work is stressing you both to the breaking…

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Check new date and direct link to apply

The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) has once again extended the registration deadline for the Uttar Pradesh Joint Entrance Examination (Polytechnic) or UPJEE(P) 2026. Eligible candidates can now submit their applications for the JEECUP 2026 examination till May 17 through the official website — jeecup.admissions.nic.in. Earlier, the last date to apply for the…

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