Art Fry built the foundation for Post-it notes from Spenser Silver’s glue. Image credit – Wikimedia When scientist Spencer Silver was working on making a strong adhesive in 1968, his creation turned out to be quite different. His glue adhered only weakly, meaning that it did not form a permanent connection. For any laboratory work,…
It’s possible to start the day feeling a bit sluggish, Scorpio, like your body woke before your soul did. Restlessness and sluggishness can be a part of your life together right now, which can be annoying in its own way. Still, your confidence rises as the day moves, and that’s because Mars gives you inner…
India, with its diverse geography, is home to some fascinating places where stargazing is like a dream come true. From high-altitude deserts to coastal plateaus, there are places which make India a hotspot for astro-tourism. The places we are going to tell you about are known for minimal light pollution, clear skies, and unique natural…
With CBSE Class 12 results expected to be declared soon, anxiety levels are rising among students and parents alike. Result day often brings a mix of excitement, stress, and uncertainty, making it important to approach the day with a balanced mindset. While marks are important, how families respond to the outcome can have a lasting…
Chimpanzee Sultan (Image Credit: Zentrum für Geschichte der Psychologie, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg via University of Auckland) More than a century ago, a small group of chimpanzees helped revolutionise the way scientists understood intelligence. Through a series of pioneering experiments on the Spanish island of Tenerife, these apes demonstrated that they could solve problems using insight rather…
New Delhi: Residential buildings under 24 metres in height — a category that includes a large number multi-storey homes, such as the ill-fated one in Delhi’s Vivek Vihar — will fall outside the scope of “fire and life safety” provisions under the newly notified National Building Construction Standards (NBCS), which replaced the National Building Code…
Sunny Deol stars in Excel Entertainment’s new film with Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar. Jyotika plays a key role. It’s an action thriller directed by debutant Balaji Ganesh, co-directed previously for A.R. Murugadoss. Sunny also gears up for Gabru, Lahore 1947 (Aug 2026, Aamir Khan prod., star cast), and Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. Sunny Deol has…
Asha Bhosle passed away at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital due to multi-organ failure. She was admitted to the hospital on Saturday night and her granddaughter Zanai Bhosle shared that she was admitted due to chest infection and is undergoing treatment. However, on Sunday, the veteran singer’s son Anand Bhosle confirmed her demise. As celebs began…
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for April 24, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the…
The sighting of a toad near a home often happens suddenly, catching people off guard. While some may view it through a superstitious lens, others see it as nothing unusual. In reality, a toad’s presence is rarely random and is usually linked to specific environmental conditions that support its survival. Toads depend on moisture, shelter,…