Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry help 7,500 Oakland students through literacy
Stephen Curry and his wife, ayesha Curry, have marked a major milestone in bridging the literacy gap in their hometown through their foundation.
Day: August 27, 2026
Nepal floods: Aerial views reveal trail of destruction after powerful surge of ice, mud and boulders
Nepal floods: Aerial views reveal trail of destruction after powerful surge of ice, mud and boulders
Sridhar Vembu’s advice to engineers entering business: Learn to sell, face rejection
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu advises technical professionals to engage in sales calls. Learning to handle rejection is crucial for business success, he states. Direct customer interaction improves idea explanation and business understanding. Sales experience also enhances communication skills and fosters respect for salespeople. Ultimately, business fundamentally relies on selling products and acquiring customers.
In 1940s Florida, a South American tree was planted as an ornamental; today, Brazilian pepper is one of the state’s worst invasive plants
Brazilian pepper arrived in Florida during the 19th century as an ornamental plant. This glossy shrub with red berries quickly spread beyond gardens by the 1950s. Birds and animals dispersed its seeds, allowing it to cover vast areas of Florida. The plant’s dense growth and root resilience make removal extremely difficult for authorities. This invasive…
In 1962, NASA blew up a water tank 65 miles above Earth to study the atmosphere
NASA explored biological life-support systems for extended space travel decades ago. Researchers examined recycling resources and using living organisms to sustain astronauts. Plants and microorganisms could process waste and provide essential resources for missions. This early work laid the groundwork for future lunar and Martian settlements. Sustainable living beyond Earth remains a significant scientific and…
32 landslide hotspots in Mumbai surveyed, most remain at risk
The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has unveiled that Mumbai’s landslide-prone sites remain significant threats, echoing findings from previous analyses. The assessment highlights that many regions still experience comparable risks. The GSI urges the relocation of vulnerable settlements and calls for improved pre-monsoon maintenance. To confront these challenges, the BMC is formulating a comprehensive plan…
Nepal floods: Aerial views show trail of destruction after massive debris surge
Nepal floods: Aerial views show trail of destruction after massive debris surge
Samosas, dhoklas, theplas on an IndiGo flight? This Indian family’s desi feast has sparked a heated debate online
A family’s elaborate spread of homemade treats, including samosas and dhoklas, on an IndiGo flight ignited a lively online debate. While some viewers criticized the cabin crew’s handling of the situation, others championed the right to bring personal snacks. This incident also shone a light on the impact of potent food odors in cramped airplane…
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026 notification out for 25,000+ posts, check eligibility, dates and application details
India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: India Post has released the GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026 notification for more than 25,000 BPM, ABPM and Dak Sevak posts. The notification was issued on August 27, 2026. One-Time Registration begins on August 31, while applications can be submitted from September 2 to September 21. Class 10 qualification…
Kieron Pollard surpasses Jos Buttler, reclaims world record for most runs in T20 cricket
Pollard entered the record books on Thursday when he scored 65 off 26 balls for Trinbago Knight Riders against Saint Lucia Kings at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba.