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Chandrayaan 3, India’s third lunar mission, is scheduled for soft-landing on the Moon’s south pole today at around 6:04 pm (Indian time). Chandrayaan 3, India’s third lunar mission, is scheduled for soft-landing on the Moon’s south pole today at around 6:04 pm (Indian time). If the mission is successful, the Vikram lander and rover will […]
One of the more amazing facts about animals is how so many of them use camouflage to either hide from predators or even hide from potential prey. A well-camouflaged animal simply blends into its surroundings, whether it is the ocean floor, the forest floor, or the leaves or bark of a tree. Sometimes, animal camouflage […]
Jackie Chan is a legendary Chinese actor who’s known for his action movies and martial arts moves. But the 64-year-old’s other claim to fame is that he was, apparently, born three months overdue, spending a total of 12 months in his mother’s womb. After first making the unbelievable claim somewhere early in his career, the […]
As we celebrate India’s 77th Independence Day 2023 on August 15, it’s a moment to reflect on our incredible journey as a nation. We’re celebrating the spirit that has shaped our diverse land into a thriving democracy. This day is a tribute to the sacrifices of our ancestors and a reminder of the ideals that […]
Da Hong Pao tea traces its roots back to the Ming Dynasty and is one of the priciest black teas on the planet. Also known as Big Red Robe tea, this Chinese tea embodies the characteristics of the Wuyi Mountains where it is cultivated. It features a layered body with notes of earthy and mineral […]
These mangoes are grown in Miyazaki City (hence the name) in Japan’s Kyushu prefecture. These mangoes are over 350g in weight and have 15% or higher sugar content. A couple in Madhya Pradesh has deployed security guards and guard dogs to protect a very rare crop in India – the Miyazaki mango grown primarily in […]
Air Fiji Flight 121 (PC121/FAJ121) was a scheduled domestic passenger flight from Nausori International Airport in Fiji’s capital Suva to Nadi International Airport in Nadi, operated by an Embraer EMB 110 Bandeirante. On 24 July 1999, the Bandeirante carrying 17 people consisting of 15 passengers and 2 crew crashed into a mountain near Delailasakau while […]
North Korea never ceases to amaze the whole world. Despite the fact that this country is closed to ordinary tourists, and you are unlikely to see a photo from there on Instagram, nevertheless, sometimes interesting information about this country does get out. The country is considered the most closed country, which is not surprising given […]
The five passengers on the Titan submersible that was diving 13,000 feet to view the Titanic on the ocean floor died in a “catastrophic implosion,” authorities said Thursday, bookending an extraordinary five-day international search operation near the site of the world’s most famous shipwreck. The tail cone and other debris were found by a […]
Life wouldn’t be the same without best friends. They’re the friends that can be counted on to be there at a moment’s notice. The ones who love, laugh, support, and cherish – in both good and bad times. Friendships are an indestructible bond that join many people together in beautiful ways. Celebrating best friends day […]
