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Japanese researchers discovered cats’ ability to land on their feet is due to their flexible thoracic spine and rigid lumbar spine. This allows them to twist sequentially mid-air, with the front rotating first, followed by the rear, conserving angular momentum and preventing uncontrolled spinning during falls. We have all seen cats jump and climb from…
Shah Rukh Khan is earning praise online after a video from the sets of ‘King’ showed the actor being a thorough gentleman and helping his pregnant co-star Deepika Padukone walk up a flight of stairs during filming.The clip, which has gone viral on social media, captures Khan offering his hand to Padukone as the two…
NEW DELHI: Riding on the growing contribution of solar energy to the power generation mix, India comfortably met the peak power demand of 256 gigawatts (GW) on Saturday, the highest ever recorded on a single day, amid soaring temperatures across the country.At the time of peak demand of 256.1 GW, reached at 3.38pm, solar contributed…
US President Donald Trump on Sunday threatened China with “staggering” new tariffs if Beijing provides military assistance to Iran in the ongoing Middle East conflict.During an interview on Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures, host Maria Bartiromo asked Trump whether his warning of a 50% tariff on countries aiding Iran was aimed at China.“Yes, China and…
Aston Villa beat Bologna (Screengrab) Aston Villa moved a step closer to the Europa League semi-finals with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Bologna on Thursday night, in a contest that could have taken a very different turn had it not been for the clinical finishing of Ollie Watkins.Villa’s win was built on key moments at…
Gardeners are finding a simple solution to help birds and hedgehogs navigate icy winter conditions: tennis balls. Strategically placed, these textured balls offer much-needed traction on slippery surfaces like garden netting and patios. The winter season presents genuine threats to the native fauna while moving around the frosted gardens. The birds and hedgehogs are among…
South Africa win series in New Zealand South Africa beat New Zealand by 33 runs in the final T20 to seal the series 3-2, thanks to a powerful knock from Connor Esterhuizen. Chasing 188, New Zealand struggled throughout and finished on 154-8, unable to keep up with the rising required run rate.Winning the toss and…
A unique sensation of ‘slow morning’ fatigue has surfaced, setting itself apart from ordinary weariness. Healthcare professionals warn this might indicate metabolic fatigue, where the body finds it hard to generate energy. Although high-protein diets have gained popularity as a remedy, experts assert that they do not address deeper issues like hormonal imbalances or insulin…
In the world of children, the responsibilities of grown-ups may seem very different from the real world, and it is precisely this innocence that makes the parenting moment all the more special. A heartwarming Instagram reel, which has recently gone viral on social media, beautifully depicts the difference between the real world and the world…
Rajya Sabha elections Monday accentuated the opposition’s inability to hold its ranks, with absentee legislators costing the Grand Alliance a seat in Bihar, cross-voting delivering a bonus seat to BJP in Odisha and a dispute over ballot secrecy leaving the poll outcome in Haryana hanging. In Bihar, Mahagathbandhan’s lone candidate, RJD’s Amarendra Dhari Singh, lost…
