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A recent cyclone in Sumatra killed approximately 58 Tapanuli orangutans, representing about 7% of the critically endangered species. This devastating loss, caused by relentless rain and landslides, pushes the world’s rarest great ape closer to extinction. Researchers warn that such extreme weather events are likely to become more frequent due to climate change. Photo via…

Replacing biscuits with nuts for 30 days can feel like a small change. It is the sort of switch people make almost casually, usually after one too many tea-time snacks and one too many moments of low energy. But small changes in the diet often have a way of producing visible effects faster than expected….

One of the simplest yet most powerful social habits is taking the first step to greet others. Many children (and even adults) hesitate, waiting for someone else to initiate the interaction. Confident kids start the interaction. This small interaction acts as an icebreaker, reduces awkwardness, and sets a positive tone. For children stepping into new…

Researchers have uncovered how the Venus flytrap snaps shut so quickly. The plant’s hinged leaves, already under tension, suddenly soften upon trigger. This rapid release of stored stress causes the trap to flip shut in less than a second, a mechanism previously baffling scientists. Some of nature’s best tricks happen too fast for the human…

A curious viral moment has pushed Blinkit into an unexpected conversation about search design, child-proofing and the line between helpful and unsettling technology. The quick-commerce platform is drawing attention after users on social media reported that typing random gibberish into its search bar did not produce a dead end. Instead, it surfaced chocolates and other…

Nature is full of animals that can do amazing things. Crows can solve puzzles, dolphins can recognize themselves in mirrors, and octopuses are famous for escaping from almost anywhere. But then there are a few animals that have built a very different reputation. Whether it’s because of their odd habits, poor decision-making, or behaviour that…

Nobody really prepares you for the kind of pain that doesn’t just hurt in the moment – but quietly reshapes who you are. It’s not always dramatic. Sometimes it doesn’t even look like “rock bottom” from the outside. You’re still going to work, replying to messages, showing up where you’re expected to. But inside, something…

At first glance, the tiny holes in crackers look almost decorative, like some quiet design choice added to make a plain biscuit seem more interesting. But they are doing real work. Those little punctures, known in baking as docking, are one of the simplest reasons a cracker comes out crisp, flat and evenly baked instead…

Most parents spend their lives trying to build something they can eventually pass on to their children.For some, it’s a family home. For others, it’s a small business, savings account, or a piece of land that’s been in the family for generations.But what happens when you’re one of the richest people on the planet? That’s…

Beyond degrees and experience, true irreplaceability at work stems from three key qualities. An Indian monk and former engineer highlights staying calm under pressure, fostering generosity by lifting colleagues, and treating everyone with equal respect, regardless of their position, as vital for professional security. We tend to assume that job security comes from the things…