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Peak Bengaluru Moment: Woman Skips Restaurant Queue By Ordering Dosas On Zomato
In an X post, a user revealed how they avoided the waiting time at Bengaluru's CTR with the help of online food delivery, and made it to their prior commitments.
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Solar Cycle 25: How the Sun’s Peak Activity Will Impact Earth in 2025
Solar Cycle 25 continues with high activity levels in 2025. Increased solar flares and geomagnetic storms are anticipated, with risks to satellite systems and power grids. Widespread auroras could also light up low-latitude skies. Partial solar eclipses are scheduled for March and September in select regions. Observations indicate strong solar phen...
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Australopithecus Afarensis' Limited Running Speed Unveiled in 3D Simulation Study
A recent study using advanced 3D simulations has uncovered the running limitations of Australopithecus afarensis, an ancient hominin that lived over three million years ago. The findings highlight that while the species was capable of running, it could not match the speed or efficiency of modern humans. Insights from muscle mass estimates and digit...
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Ursid Meteor Shower: Best Viewing Tips for 2024
The Ursid meteor shower will peak on December 22, 2024, providing a final chance for stargazing before the year ends. However, the event may not be as spectacular due to the bright last-quarter moon, which could obscure many of the dimmer meteors. While ideal conditions might allow for up to 10 meteors per hour, experts predict only about five per ...
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Coal Use To Hit Record-High In 2024, World's Hottest Year
IEA's "Coal 2024" report predicts the world will hit peak coal in 2027 after topping 8.77 billion tonnes this year.
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Bengaluru Man Calls Out New Airport Taxi Scam, Says Driver Used Uber-Like App To Inflate Bill
A man recently took to social media to share his experience of booking a cab from Bengaluru airport. In his post, user Mahesh flagged an "inventive new scam" where taxi drivers use a replica of the Uber app to overcharge customers.
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Ursid Meteor Shower 2024: Dates, Viewing Tips, and Best Times
The Ursid Meteor Shower of 2024 will peak overnight from December 21 to 22, offering one last chance to catch a meteor display this year. The event, active from December 17 to 26, is expected to produce around 10 meteors per hour, with the best viewing conditions occurring before dawn on December 22. The shower's radiant point lies in the Ursa Mino...
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Geminid Meteor Shower To Light Up The Sky This Weekend - Don't Miss The Peak
The Geminids meteor shower, originating from the asteroid 3200 Phaethon, is set to peak between December 13 and 14, showcasing up to 120 meteors per hour under optimal conditions.
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Cold Moon of 2024 Rises in Taurus, Accompanied by Jupiter and Bright Stars
The Cold Moon, the last full moon of 2024, will grace the skies on December 15, reaching its peak brightness at 4:01 a.m. EST. Positioned in the Taurus constellation, the moon will rise alongside Jupiter and some of the brightest stars, creating a visual treat for stargazers. Known culturally as the Long Nights Moon and the Moon Before Yule, it sym...
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X-Class Solar Flare From Sunspot 3912 Causes Radio Blackouts in Southern Africa
A powerful X-class solar flare erupted from sunspot region 3912 on December 8, disrupting high-frequency radio communications in southern Africa. The flare, accompanied by a coronal mass ejection (CME), ionised Earth’s upper atmosphere, absorbing radio signals and causing blackouts in areas exposed to peak solar activity. Experts predict the CME ...
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Viral: Irish Vlogger Rides Mumbai Local, "Bro Played On Beginner Mode," Says Internet
A travel influencer's vlog from a Mumbai local train has taken Instagram by storm. Indian users have dared him to travel on it during peak hours.
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Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Launched in India Alongside Redmi Note 14 Pro, Redmi Note 14: Price, Specifications
Redmi Note 14 Pro+, Redmi Note 14 Pro and Redmi Note 14 were released in India on Monday. The new Note series smartphones from the Xiaomi subsidiary feature 6.67-inch OLED displays with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3000nits peak brightness.
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Geminid Meteor Shower 2024 to Peak on December, But Moonlight May Affect Visibility
The Geminid meteor shower, renowned for its vibrant meteors, will peak overnight on December 13-14. However, a full moon on December 15 is expected to obscure much of the shower's activity, reducing visibility significantly. Limited dark sky windows are available in some regions before the peak, offering brief opportunities to observe this celestia...
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US Millionaire Bryan Johnson Discovers Bengaluru Hotel Selling "Clean Air As A Service"
Bryan Johnson, a popular tech mogul, posted a photo on X reacting to Bengaluru hotel's "clean air" service.
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Filter Fresh: Tips For Maintaining Your Water Purifier For Maximum Efficiency
Regular maintenance of your water purifier ensures the best performance and a steady supply of clean, fresh water. Here are essential tips to keep your water purifier in peak condition for years to come.
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Peak Bengaluru Moment: Woman Skips Restaurant Queue By Ordering Dosas On Zomato
In an X post, a user revealed how they avoided the waiting time at Bengaluru's CTR with the help of online food delivery, and made it to their prior commitments.
-
Solar Cycle 25: How the Sun’s Peak Activity Will Impact Earth in 2025
Solar Cycle 25 continues with high activity levels in 2025. Increased solar flares and geomagnetic storms are anticipated, with risks to satellite systems and power grids. Widespread auroras could also light up low-latitude skies. Partial solar eclipses are scheduled for March and September in select regions. Observations indicate strong solar phen...
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Australopithecus Afarensis' Limited Running Speed Unveiled in 3D Simulation Study
A recent study using advanced 3D simulations has uncovered the running limitations of Australopithecus afarensis, an ancient hominin that lived over three million years ago. The findings highlight that while the species was capable of running, it could not match the speed or efficiency of modern humans. Insights from muscle mass estimates and digit...
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Ursid Meteor Shower: Best Viewing Tips for 2024
The Ursid meteor shower will peak on December 22, 2024, providing a final chance for stargazing before the year ends. However, the event may not be as spectacular due to the bright last-quarter moon, which could obscure many of the dimmer meteors. While ideal conditions might allow for up to 10 meteors per hour, experts predict only about five per ...
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Coal Use To Hit Record-High In 2024, World's Hottest Year
IEA's "Coal 2024" report predicts the world will hit peak coal in 2027 after topping 8.77 billion tonnes this year.
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Bengaluru Man Calls Out New Airport Taxi Scam, Says Driver Used Uber-Like App To Inflate Bill
A man recently took to social media to share his experience of booking a cab from Bengaluru airport. In his post, user Mahesh flagged an "inventive new scam" where taxi drivers use a replica of the Uber app to overcharge customers.
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Ursid Meteor Shower 2024: Dates, Viewing Tips, and Best Times
The Ursid Meteor Shower of 2024 will peak overnight from December 21 to 22, offering one last chance to catch a meteor display this year. The event, active from December 17 to 26, is expected to produce around 10 meteors per hour, with the best viewing conditions occurring before dawn on December 22. The shower's radiant point lies in the Ursa Mino...
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Geminid Meteor Shower To Light Up The Sky This Weekend - Don't Miss The Peak
The Geminids meteor shower, originating from the asteroid 3200 Phaethon, is set to peak between December 13 and 14, showcasing up to 120 meteors per hour under optimal conditions.
-
Cold Moon of 2024 Rises in Taurus, Accompanied by Jupiter and Bright Stars
The Cold Moon, the last full moon of 2024, will grace the skies on December 15, reaching its peak brightness at 4:01 a.m. EST. Positioned in the Taurus constellation, the moon will rise alongside Jupiter and some of the brightest stars, creating a visual treat for stargazers. Known culturally as the Long Nights Moon and the Moon Before Yule, it sym...
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X-Class Solar Flare From Sunspot 3912 Causes Radio Blackouts in Southern Africa
A powerful X-class solar flare erupted from sunspot region 3912 on December 8, disrupting high-frequency radio communications in southern Africa. The flare, accompanied by a coronal mass ejection (CME), ionised Earth’s upper atmosphere, absorbing radio signals and causing blackouts in areas exposed to peak solar activity. Experts predict the CME ...
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Viral: Irish Vlogger Rides Mumbai Local, "Bro Played On Beginner Mode," Says Internet
A travel influencer's vlog from a Mumbai local train has taken Instagram by storm. Indian users have dared him to travel on it during peak hours.
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Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Launched in India Alongside Redmi Note 14 Pro, Redmi Note 14: Price, Specifications
Redmi Note 14 Pro+, Redmi Note 14 Pro and Redmi Note 14 were released in India on Monday. The new Note series smartphones from the Xiaomi subsidiary feature 6.67-inch OLED displays with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3000nits peak brightness.
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Geminid Meteor Shower 2024 to Peak on December, But Moonlight May Affect Visibility
The Geminid meteor shower, renowned for its vibrant meteors, will peak overnight on December 13-14. However, a full moon on December 15 is expected to obscure much of the shower's activity, reducing visibility significantly. Limited dark sky windows are available in some regions before the peak, offering brief opportunities to observe this celestia...
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US Millionaire Bryan Johnson Discovers Bengaluru Hotel Selling "Clean Air As A Service"
Bryan Johnson, a popular tech mogul, posted a photo on X reacting to Bengaluru hotel's "clean air" service.
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Filter Fresh: Tips For Maintaining Your Water Purifier For Maximum Efficiency
Regular maintenance of your water purifier ensures the best performance and a steady supply of clean, fresh water. Here are essential tips to keep your water purifier in peak condition for years to come.
