This tree secretes bright red “dragon’s blood” and science explains why (Image source: Wikipedia) First impressions reveal that this tree has almost a surreal quality to it, a tree that seems to bleed bright red when its bark is sliced. This is no mythological setting; it is actually a natural occurrence found in the Dracaena,…
Amidst wedding rumours, Mrunal Thakur captivated at Lollapalooza India, proving her fashion prowess. She effortlessly donned a chic Sandro Paris ensemble featuring a navy cardigan-style jacket and a grey pleated mini skirt. Her understated accessories, including a burgundy bag and delicate jewellery, complemented her fresh makeup and soft waves, showcasing her innate style and confidence….
How to remove pet hair from clothes using a simple wet wipe (Image source: AI-Generated) Anyone who lives with pets will know how stubborn pet hair is: it clings to clothes, blankets, and couch covers, even after repeated washing. Still, there’s one less-known laundry trick that many pet owners can utilise: popping a wet wipe…
A dull kitchen knife, in addition to being very inconvenient, can, in fact, be very unsafe to use. When knives get dull, you have to apply much pressure in order to slice through the vegetable you are chopping, and this, in turn, can make the knife slip, leading to injuries. It is thought that a…
Victoria Beckham was celebrated in Paris by the French Ministry of Culture, receiving the prestigious Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters. Dressed in a signature sleek black gown, she attended the intimate ceremony with husband David and their children. Paris saw a very stylish Beckham family moment this week, and it had nothing…
This remarkable flower is as notorious for its fragrance as it is for its size. Commonly, known as the ‘corpse flower’, it produces an odour resembling that of rotting flesh when in bloom. This stench serves as its clever survival strategy. Growing on the dark forest floor where pollinators are not abundant, the plant depends…
We live in a fast-paced, digital world where people are often stressed and have less time or patience to preserve long-term relationships. And so, casual relationships have become the norm, and divorces have become common, too. In the hustle and bustle of daily life, many couples often get occupied with bills, kids, or work deadlines….
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, recently retired from NASA, was spotted enjoying a falooda in Kozhikode, Kerala. The video of her casually savoring the local dessert with strangers has gone viral, highlighting her grounded nature despite her remarkable achievements in space exploration. From floating in zero gravity to sitting down for a chilled dessert in Kerala,…
Confucius was born as Kong Qiu in 551 BCE in the state of Lu, which is now part of modern Shandong Province in China. He lost his father when he was young and became an orphan. He learned on his own by studying ancient texts and rituals. He eventually became a teacher who attracted students…
Mopping floors is a task that not many people can avoid, but what if it could actually be quite invigorating and have that freshly clean smell attached to it? It is sad to say that it is not uncommon for people to thoroughly wash and mop their floors, only to find that they can still…