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To Wi-Fi Or Not To Wi-Fi On A Plane? Pros And Cons Of Using Internet At 30,000 Feet
'Airplane mode' or 'Wi-Fi on'? As Air India now provides passengers free WiFi access, we asked people if they really want to use the internet on a flight.
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Water Floods American Airlines Flight 30,000 Feet Above Ground, Causing Panic
A viral video shows passengers panicking as water floods the aisle of an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Minneapolis.
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Pilot Reveals The Truth Behind The Mysterious 'Ding' Sounds On Flights
These sounds are used to communicate with flight attendants during key moments, such as takeoff, reaching 10,000 feet, and preparing for landing.
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Saber-Toothed Kitten Preserved for 37,000 Years Found in Siberian Ice
A saber-toothed kitten, frozen in Siberian permafrost for 37,000 years, has provided an unprecedented look at the extinct predator Homotherium latidens. Unearthed near the Arctic Circle, the well-preserved cub retains soft brown fur, intact whiskers, sharp claws, and footpads, offering unique insights into its anatomy. Radiocarbon dating revealed t...
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Armed Police Rush To American Airlines Flight After Mysterious Mid-Air Noise
An American Airlines flight from Buenos Aires to New York was forced to return after a strange "banging noise" at 30,000 feet, sparking fears of a possible person trapped in the cargo hold.
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American Billionaire's Cliffside Mansion Is Up For Sale For $108 Million
Darwin Deason's estate spans nearly 13,000 square feet and features stone columns, balconies and a private elevated beach.
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Exclusive: Rare Black Necked Cranes Spotted At 14,000 Feet In Ladakh
The endangered Black Necked Crane was sighted by NDTV high in the Himalayan wetlands at Hanle in Ladakh at about 4,500 meters (14,800 feet) altitude.
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1 Dead, 12 Trapped After Elevator Malfunction At Colorado Gold Mine
The incident occurred during the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine Tour, which takes visitors 1,000 feet (300 meters) underground in the western US state.
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Mount Everest's Height Linked to Ancient River Changes from 89,000 Years Ago
A recent study indicates that Mount Everest may have increased in height due to a river capture event that occurred approximately 89,000 years ago. Researchers from University College London, including Adam Smith, explored how the unusual behaviour of the Arun River and its erosion contributed to this change. The findings suggest that the capture o...
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Lake Michigan Has 40 Giant Craters at Its Bottom, Scientists Confirm
In 2022, sonar images revealed mysterious circles at the bottom of Lake Michigan. Recent surveys have confirmed these are craters, ranging from 6 to 12 metres deep, with some spanning up to 300 metres in diameter. The craters were first discovered near the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary. While some researchers suggest they may ...
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Watch: Flyer Brews Artisanal Pour-Over Coffee At 30,000 Feet
The viral video of a man making a delicious pour-over coffee from scratch in a plane has clocked about 10 million views.
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NASA's Perseverance Rover Ascends Jezero Crater, Exploring Mars' Ancient Terrain
NASA’s Perseverance rover has initiated a critical new mission on Mars, beginning its ascent to the summit of Jezero Crater after three and half years of exploring its floor. This six-wheeled rover aims to reach the crater’s rim, which rises 1,000 feet above the Martian surface. The climb presents significant challenges, with Perseverance navig...
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What UK's 102-Year-Old Skydiver Said After Jumping From 7,000 Feet
A 102-year-old woman in Britain opted for a unique birthday celebration this year. On August 25, Manette Baillie, who was once married to a paratrooper and served in the Women's Royal Naval Service during World War II, skydived out of a plane.
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Watch: Air Force, Army's Daring Paradrop Of World's First Portable Hospital At 15,000 Feet
The Indian Air Force and the Indian Army successfully paradropped a homegrown portable hospital from 15,000 feet, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said today.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas: Centre Provides Mobile Connectivity For Jawans At 16,000 Feet
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) shared an update on telecom infrastructure in Kargil to ensure seamless mobile connectivity for jawans stationed in the region.
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To Wi-Fi Or Not To Wi-Fi On A Plane? Pros And Cons Of Using Internet At 30,000 Feet
'Airplane mode' or 'Wi-Fi on'? As Air India now provides passengers free WiFi access, we asked people if they really want to use the internet on a flight.
-
Water Floods American Airlines Flight 30,000 Feet Above Ground, Causing Panic
A viral video shows passengers panicking as water floods the aisle of an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Minneapolis.
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Pilot Reveals The Truth Behind The Mysterious 'Ding' Sounds On Flights
These sounds are used to communicate with flight attendants during key moments, such as takeoff, reaching 10,000 feet, and preparing for landing.
-
Saber-Toothed Kitten Preserved for 37,000 Years Found in Siberian Ice
A saber-toothed kitten, frozen in Siberian permafrost for 37,000 years, has provided an unprecedented look at the extinct predator Homotherium latidens. Unearthed near the Arctic Circle, the well-preserved cub retains soft brown fur, intact whiskers, sharp claws, and footpads, offering unique insights into its anatomy. Radiocarbon dating revealed t...
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Armed Police Rush To American Airlines Flight After Mysterious Mid-Air Noise
An American Airlines flight from Buenos Aires to New York was forced to return after a strange "banging noise" at 30,000 feet, sparking fears of a possible person trapped in the cargo hold.
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American Billionaire's Cliffside Mansion Is Up For Sale For $108 Million
Darwin Deason's estate spans nearly 13,000 square feet and features stone columns, balconies and a private elevated beach.
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Exclusive: Rare Black Necked Cranes Spotted At 14,000 Feet In Ladakh
The endangered Black Necked Crane was sighted by NDTV high in the Himalayan wetlands at Hanle in Ladakh at about 4,500 meters (14,800 feet) altitude.
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1 Dead, 12 Trapped After Elevator Malfunction At Colorado Gold Mine
The incident occurred during the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine Tour, which takes visitors 1,000 feet (300 meters) underground in the western US state.
-
Mount Everest's Height Linked to Ancient River Changes from 89,000 Years Ago
A recent study indicates that Mount Everest may have increased in height due to a river capture event that occurred approximately 89,000 years ago. Researchers from University College London, including Adam Smith, explored how the unusual behaviour of the Arun River and its erosion contributed to this change. The findings suggest that the capture o...
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Lake Michigan Has 40 Giant Craters at Its Bottom, Scientists Confirm
In 2022, sonar images revealed mysterious circles at the bottom of Lake Michigan. Recent surveys have confirmed these are craters, ranging from 6 to 12 metres deep, with some spanning up to 300 metres in diameter. The craters were first discovered near the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary. While some researchers suggest they may ...
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Watch: Flyer Brews Artisanal Pour-Over Coffee At 30,000 Feet
The viral video of a man making a delicious pour-over coffee from scratch in a plane has clocked about 10 million views.
-
NASA's Perseverance Rover Ascends Jezero Crater, Exploring Mars' Ancient Terrain
NASA’s Perseverance rover has initiated a critical new mission on Mars, beginning its ascent to the summit of Jezero Crater after three and half years of exploring its floor. This six-wheeled rover aims to reach the crater’s rim, which rises 1,000 feet above the Martian surface. The climb presents significant challenges, with Perseverance navig...
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What UK's 102-Year-Old Skydiver Said After Jumping From 7,000 Feet
A 102-year-old woman in Britain opted for a unique birthday celebration this year. On August 25, Manette Baillie, who was once married to a paratrooper and served in the Women's Royal Naval Service during World War II, skydived out of a plane.
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Watch: Air Force, Army's Daring Paradrop Of World's First Portable Hospital At 15,000 Feet
The Indian Air Force and the Indian Army successfully paradropped a homegrown portable hospital from 15,000 feet, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said today.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas: Centre Provides Mobile Connectivity For Jawans At 16,000 Feet
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) shared an update on telecom infrastructure in Kargil to ensure seamless mobile connectivity for jawans stationed in the region.
