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Children's Day 2024: Why It's Called 'Bal Diwas'?
By celebrating Children's Day as Bal Diwas, India reinforced the cultural and emotional significance of the day, making it a uniquely Indian celebration rooted in national pride and values.
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New Fire-Resilient Dicliptera Polymorpha Discovered in India’s Western Ghats
In a significant botanical breakthrough, scientists from Pune's Agharkar Research Institute have documented Dicliptera polymorpha, a dual-blooming plant thriving in the fire-prone grasslands of the Northern Western Ghats. With blooms triggered by both post-monsoon rains and fires, this species represents a rare adaptation to its unique environment.
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NASA's X-59 Supersonic Jet Completes Initial Engine Tests, First Flight Approaching
NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic jet has passed initial engine testing, bringing it closer to its anticipated first flight. Developed at Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works, the X-59 aims to break the sound barrier without creating disruptive sonic booms, featuring a unique elongated nose and an external vision system. This research will gather public re...
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Comb Jellies Exhibit Rare Ability to Revert from Adult to Juvenile Form
Recent research from the University of Bergen has uncovered a fascinating survival mechanism in comb jellies (Mnemiopsis leidyi), demonstrating their ability to revert from adult to juvenile form in response to environmental stressors. This groundbreaking discovery challenges previous understandings of their life cycle and regeneration capabilities...
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SWOT Satellite Observes Seismic Tsunami Event in Greenland’s Dickson Fjord
The Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite, a joint mission by NASA and France’s CNES, has observed a significant tsunami event in Greenland’s Dickson Fjord. Triggered by a massive rockslide in September 2023, the tsunami lasted for nine days and generated seismic signals recorded globally. The satellite's advanced radar technology...
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Diwali 2024: 5 Unique Diwali Gifts For Your Friends And Family
Diwali 2024 gifts: A significant aspect of Diwali is the tradition of gift-giving, which can sometimes feel like a daunting task during the festive season.
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Supernova SN 1181 Reveals Rare “Zombie Star” in Pa 30 Nebula
A supernova recorded in 1181, known as SN 1181, has been linked to the Pa 30 nebula, revealing a rare “zombie star.” Advanced 3D imaging from the Keck Observatory has shown unusual filaments expanding from this star, marking it as a unique case in supernova studies. This zombie star survived a thermonuclear explosion on a white dwarf, challengi...
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Chinese Company Deep Blue Aerospace Aims to Start Space Tourism by 2027
Deep Blue Aerospace, based in Jiangsu, China, has announced its intention to enter the space tourism market, planning to launch paying customers into suborbital space by 2027. Tickets will cost approximately $210,000, promising a comprehensive journey beyond a brief weightlessness experience. The reusable rocket-capsule system is similar to Blue Or...
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Bored Of Eating The Same Old Paratha? Spice It Up With This Flavourful Paratha Masala!
Paratha Recipe: This unique spice mix will significantly enhance the flavour of your parathas. Give it a try, and you'll never look back!
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Researchers Create Innovative 3D Maps to Understand Octopus Arm Systems
Researchers at San Francisco State University have developed advanced three-dimensional maps of octopus arms, revealing their complex nervous systems. Led by Robyn Crook, the team used innovative imaging techniques to understand how octopus arms can function almost independently from the brain. These discoveries highlight the unique neuronal organi...
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When Is Bhai Dooj 2024? Date, Time And 5 Classic Recipes For Your Family Feast
Bhai Dooj 2024: Bhai Dooj is one of those warm, heartfelt festivals that, much like Raksha Bandhan, highlights the unique bond between siblings.
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Meet Quaestio Simpsonorum: The Oldest Asymmetrical Animal Found in Australia
A recent study has identified Quaestio simpsonorum, a 555-million-year-old asymmetrical animal found in Australia’s Nilpena Ediacara National Park. This creature, which moved like a primitive vacuum cleaner, featured a unique backward question-mark shape on its back, representing a significant evolutionary development. Fossilised tracks suggest i...
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New Mini-Moon 2024 PT5: A Major Step Towards Space Mining Opportunities
The newly discovered mini-moon, 2024 PT5, entered Earth's orbit on September 29, 2024, and will remain until November 25. This small asteroid, measuring around 10 metres, provides a unique opportunity for researchers to study near-Earth objects and explore the viability of space mining. Experts believe that asteroids contain precious metals, which ...
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Siberian Craters Explained: Thawing Permafrost and Methane Gas Trigger Explosive Craters
Researchers have revealed the cause behind the enormous craters found in Siberia's permafrost, linking them to thawing conditions and explosive methane gas releases. As the surface melts, water seeps into ancient cryopegs, pockets of salty water trapped beneath the permafrost. The resulting pressure build-up causes cracks to form, leading to explos...
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Archaeologists Disover 50 Viking Age Burials in Denmark: Everything You Need to Know
Archaeologists from Museum Odense have discovered an extraordinary burial site in Åsum, Denmark, containing the remains of approximately 50 individuals dating back to the Viking Age. This significant find includes the unique burial of a woman in a Viking wagon, highlighting the wealth and status of the deceased. With many graves filled with valuab...
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Children's Day 2024: Why It's Called 'Bal Diwas'?
By celebrating Children's Day as Bal Diwas, India reinforced the cultural and emotional significance of the day, making it a uniquely Indian celebration rooted in national pride and values.
-
New Fire-Resilient Dicliptera Polymorpha Discovered in India’s Western Ghats
In a significant botanical breakthrough, scientists from Pune's Agharkar Research Institute have documented Dicliptera polymorpha, a dual-blooming plant thriving in the fire-prone grasslands of the Northern Western Ghats. With blooms triggered by both post-monsoon rains and fires, this species represents a rare adaptation to its unique environment.
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NASA's X-59 Supersonic Jet Completes Initial Engine Tests, First Flight Approaching
NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic jet has passed initial engine testing, bringing it closer to its anticipated first flight. Developed at Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works, the X-59 aims to break the sound barrier without creating disruptive sonic booms, featuring a unique elongated nose and an external vision system. This research will gather public re...
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Comb Jellies Exhibit Rare Ability to Revert from Adult to Juvenile Form
Recent research from the University of Bergen has uncovered a fascinating survival mechanism in comb jellies (Mnemiopsis leidyi), demonstrating their ability to revert from adult to juvenile form in response to environmental stressors. This groundbreaking discovery challenges previous understandings of their life cycle and regeneration capabilities...
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SWOT Satellite Observes Seismic Tsunami Event in Greenland’s Dickson Fjord
The Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite, a joint mission by NASA and France’s CNES, has observed a significant tsunami event in Greenland’s Dickson Fjord. Triggered by a massive rockslide in September 2023, the tsunami lasted for nine days and generated seismic signals recorded globally. The satellite's advanced radar technology...
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Diwali 2024: 5 Unique Diwali Gifts For Your Friends And Family
Diwali 2024 gifts: A significant aspect of Diwali is the tradition of gift-giving, which can sometimes feel like a daunting task during the festive season.
-
Supernova SN 1181 Reveals Rare “Zombie Star” in Pa 30 Nebula
A supernova recorded in 1181, known as SN 1181, has been linked to the Pa 30 nebula, revealing a rare “zombie star.” Advanced 3D imaging from the Keck Observatory has shown unusual filaments expanding from this star, marking it as a unique case in supernova studies. This zombie star survived a thermonuclear explosion on a white dwarf, challengi...
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Chinese Company Deep Blue Aerospace Aims to Start Space Tourism by 2027
Deep Blue Aerospace, based in Jiangsu, China, has announced its intention to enter the space tourism market, planning to launch paying customers into suborbital space by 2027. Tickets will cost approximately $210,000, promising a comprehensive journey beyond a brief weightlessness experience. The reusable rocket-capsule system is similar to Blue Or...
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Bored Of Eating The Same Old Paratha? Spice It Up With This Flavourful Paratha Masala!
Paratha Recipe: This unique spice mix will significantly enhance the flavour of your parathas. Give it a try, and you'll never look back!
-
Researchers Create Innovative 3D Maps to Understand Octopus Arm Systems
Researchers at San Francisco State University have developed advanced three-dimensional maps of octopus arms, revealing their complex nervous systems. Led by Robyn Crook, the team used innovative imaging techniques to understand how octopus arms can function almost independently from the brain. These discoveries highlight the unique neuronal organi...
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When Is Bhai Dooj 2024? Date, Time And 5 Classic Recipes For Your Family Feast
Bhai Dooj 2024: Bhai Dooj is one of those warm, heartfelt festivals that, much like Raksha Bandhan, highlights the unique bond between siblings.
-
Meet Quaestio Simpsonorum: The Oldest Asymmetrical Animal Found in Australia
A recent study has identified Quaestio simpsonorum, a 555-million-year-old asymmetrical animal found in Australia’s Nilpena Ediacara National Park. This creature, which moved like a primitive vacuum cleaner, featured a unique backward question-mark shape on its back, representing a significant evolutionary development. Fossilised tracks suggest i...
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New Mini-Moon 2024 PT5: A Major Step Towards Space Mining Opportunities
The newly discovered mini-moon, 2024 PT5, entered Earth's orbit on September 29, 2024, and will remain until November 25. This small asteroid, measuring around 10 metres, provides a unique opportunity for researchers to study near-Earth objects and explore the viability of space mining. Experts believe that asteroids contain precious metals, which ...
-
Siberian Craters Explained: Thawing Permafrost and Methane Gas Trigger Explosive Craters
Researchers have revealed the cause behind the enormous craters found in Siberia's permafrost, linking them to thawing conditions and explosive methane gas releases. As the surface melts, water seeps into ancient cryopegs, pockets of salty water trapped beneath the permafrost. The resulting pressure build-up causes cracks to form, leading to explos...
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Archaeologists Disover 50 Viking Age Burials in Denmark: Everything You Need to Know
Archaeologists from Museum Odense have discovered an extraordinary burial site in Åsum, Denmark, containing the remains of approximately 50 individuals dating back to the Viking Age. This significant find includes the unique burial of a woman in a Viking wagon, highlighting the wealth and status of the deceased. With many graves filled with valuab...
