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Failing marshmallow test may reflect home life, not willpower: Psychology
The marshmallow test has provided valuable insights into how children navigate decision-making related to delayed rewards. Emerging research indicates that a child's potential to wait is shaped by their trust in those around them, particularly caregivers. Key aspects like family ...
India's 1st bullet train: 280 kmph speed, 557 passengers, 8 coaches; top 20 features
Indian Railways is working towards starting trial runs of the B28 train on the 100-km Surat-Vapi stretch of the Ahmedabad-Mumbai High Speed Rail corridor by May-June 2027. Commercial services on this section are expected to commence in August 2027. What will be special about Indi...
Fielding the challenge: India get to grips with Eden Park
India's fielding will face an early test at Auckland's Eden Park, where unfamiliar dimensions and tricky angles demand quick adaptation. With 27 catches dropped in their last 18 ODIs, the focus is on sharpening ground fielding and improving catching efficiency ahead of the New Ze...
‘6 beer bottles, late-night race’: Speeding Fortuner kills mother, son selling sofa covers
A tragic incident occurred in Ahmedabad when a speeding car struck a family selling sofa covers. Two individuals, a mother and her teenage son, were killed in the accident. The driver, identified as Viral Savjibhai Chaudhary, was allegedly intoxicated and in custody. Police recov...
Ohio jail inmates’ portraits help 18 shelter dogs find forever homes
Inmates at the Franklin County Corrections Center have been drawing portraits of shelter dogs. Their artwork has resulted in higher adoption rates, helping many dogs find homes. This initiative allows inmates to contribute positively to the community while creating a connection w...
Australian fisherman, 26, wins A$1M with tagged 80cm barramundi catch
A 26-year-old Australian fisherman, Matthew Maurice, won A$1 million after catching an 80cm red-tagged barramundi during a fishing trip with his younger brother in the Northern Territory. The Thursday catch made him only the second person to win the top prize in the Million Dolla...
30,000-year-old French burial reveals Ice Age Europeans weren't isolated
Scientists have discovered genetic links between eastern and western European populations after analysing DNA from a woman who lived around 30,000 years ago in southwestern France. The study, led by the University of Vienna, challenges earlier assumptions that Ice Age populations...
Dia Mirza Diwali appeal row: Deeply pained, says HC; asks BMC to re-upload video
The Bombay high court found the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's removal of Dia Mirza's video unfortunate and requested its restoration. This action followed objections from BJP's Mumbai unit chief Ameet Satam, linking the video to anti-India sentiments. Mirza's video urged c...
Bill Gates-backed toilet that recycles its own water opens at Hyderabad park
Hyderabad's Lumbini Park features a new water-recycling public toilet that has begun operations. The facility uses a closed-loop water infrastructure capable of treating and reusing water on-site. Developed by ReFlow and backed by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, this initiat...
Empty box delivered instead of Rs 22k graphics card; customer wins Rs 10k compensation
Lovish Chadha, a frustrated customer, ordered a graphics card from Amazon but was shocked to find only an empty box upon delivery. After receiving no help from customer service, he escalated the issue by filing a complaint with the consumer commission. The commission ruled that b...
'Hopefully he plays some domestic': Shubman Gill gives update on Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya has not played for the Indian team since the 2026 T20 World Cup final. He has missed several international matches due to fitness concerns, including tours of Ireland and England. Captain Shubman Gill emphasized Pandya's importance for strengthening India's batting ...
Judge Judy's 2006 mentoring program with 9 girls now serves 1,500 women
Her Honor Mentoring began with a modest gathering of girls two decades ago and has since flourished remarkably. This program matches high school seniors with dedicated mentors, guiding them through educational and career paths. Participants acquire vital skills, including financi...
Oklahoma turns dumpsters into 20-foot robot artwork for $14,000
Norman, Oklahoma has unveiled a captivating new public sculpture named Hazmatt, crafted from recycled dumpsters. This striking giant robot, funded by surplus construction funds totaling slightly over $14,000, is strategically located at the city’s Household Hazardous Waste Facili...
Google Chinese company, partner for Android devices, secretly turned 1.3 million devices into 'spy gadgets'
In a significant security breach, Google has cut ties with Videostrong Co after discovering a malicious backdoor integrated into over 1.3 million devices. This vulnerability enabled hackers to control devices remotely, resulting in ad fraud and the theft of sensitive information....
Noida man, 42, completes 70-km Adi Kailash run in 12 hours
Sameer Nehra triumphantly completed the Adi Kailash Parikrama Run, conquering a challenging 70 kilometers in a remarkable 12 hours and 17 minutes. Enduring grueling conditions, he not only tested his physical limits but also discovered a profound spiritual connection with Lord Sh...
