Britain hunted beavers to extinction around 400 years ago, but they are now returning to England's wetlands to rebuild rivers and restore disappearing ecosystems

Britain hunted beavers to extinction around 400 years ago, but they are now returning to England’s wetlands to rebuild rivers and restore disappearing ecosystems | World News

For generations, the sound of a beaver working along an English waterway was something found only in history books. The animals that once shaped rivers and wetlands across Britain disappeared after centuries of hunting, leaving behind only traces of their former presence. Now, a new chapter has begun in Dorset, where wild beavers have been…

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2,000 years after Pompeii vanished beneath volcanic ash in one of history's deadliest volcanic disasters, the ancient Roman street is blooming with flowers, offering a symbol of nature's renewal

2,000 years after Pompeii vanished beneath volcanic ash in one of history’s deadliest volcanic disasters, the ancient Roman street is blooming with flowers, offering a symbol of nature’s renewal | World News

Nearly 2,000 years after Mount Vesuvius buried the thriving Roman city of Pompeii beneath volcanic ash, one of its ancient streets has become an unlikely symbol of renewal. Every spring, vibrant red poppies and other wildflowers bloom between the worn basalt paving stones that once carried Roman chariots and pedestrians, creating a striking contrast between…

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BITS Pilani tops Hurun India U30 list, followed by IIT Delhi, with the highest number of young entrepreneur alumni

BITS Pilani tops Hurun India U30 list, followed by IIT Delhi, with the highest number of young entrepreneur alumni

BITS Pilani tops undergraduate institutions in Hurun India U30 ranking for young founders India’s startup ecosystem continues to witness a new generation of young founders building companies across sectors such as deeptech, space technology, fintech, sustainability, healthcare and mobility. Reflecting this trend, BITS Pilani has emerged as the leading undergraduate institution in the Avendus Wealth–Hurun…

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Railways tightens norms for project contractors; unveils covered fly ash transport and rolls out unified licence

Railways tightens norms for project contractors; unveils covered fly ash transport and rolls out unified licence

From covered fly ash transport to a unified licence regime and stricter contractor norms, Railways has unveiled a series of reforms to improve logistics and project execution. Indian Railways on Tuesday announced a series of freight and logistics reforms, including the introduction of specialised covered containers for transporting fly ash and a unified all-India licence…

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5 smells that could attract snakes to your home this monsoon ( they are so common that you might be overlooking them) |

5 smells that could attract snakes to your home this monsoon ( they are so common that you might be overlooking them) |

Monsoon rains often push snakes from their burrows seeking shelter and warmth. Snakes follow scent trails of rodents and birds, their primary food sources. Amphibians and small fish also attract snakes to damp, waterlogged garden areas. Pheromones left by other snakes can draw them into yards during mating season. Understanding these attractants helps people avoid…

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Are you a toxic parent without really knowing about it? Educator Vijendra Singh Chauhan shares eye-opening facts

Vijendra Singh Chauhan: Are you a toxic parent without really knowing about it? Educator Vijendra Singh Chauhan shares eye-opening facts

Photo: Youtube/Vijender Masijeevi Every parent wants the best for their child. Yet, sometimes, the habits parents see as discipline or guidance can slowly affect a child’s confidence, emotional security and relationship with them. According to educator Vijendra Singh Chauhan, toxic parenting is not always intentional. Often, it hides in everyday behaviours such as constant criticism,…

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Why Oklahoma speed-limit signs say “No tolerance,” and what it really means for drivers

Why Oklahoma speed-limit signs say “No tolerance,” and what it really means for drivers

Most speed-limit signs across the United States are simple and straightforward. They display the maximum legal speed and little else. But drivers travelling through Oklahoma may notice something unusual. Beneath the posted speed limit, many signs carry an additional message: “No Tolerance.” For first-time visitors, the phrase can be confusing. Does it mean you’ll be…

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