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In Chile's Atacama, World's Driest Desert, Growing Lettuces With Fog
In Chile's arid Atacama, the driest desert in the world, growers and researchers are looking to harness water from the very air itself to grow lettuces and lemons, using a net to catch drops of moisture from fog.
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Ghost Of GBU-28: When US Bunker-Buster Bomb Shattered Saddam's Last Hope
American air power has been deployed several times to "establish democracy" and fight terrorism in the Middle East. In 1990, when Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait, the US launched Operation Desert Storm to fight the Iraqi forces.
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On Camera, Destruction In Tel Aviv After Iran Fires Missiles
Iran launched a barrage of missiles at Israel on Sunday, hours after the US joined the Israeli military's campaign and bombed three nuclear sites at the Islamic country.
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Tornado Warning In US: Thunderstorms, Gusty Winds Cause Power Cuts In Different Regions
The NWS Hanford, California, issued an updated high wind warning on Wednesday evening, which was valid from Thursday until Sunday.
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How Gas Inferno At Iran Refinery Mirrors Operation Desert Storm Devastation
In the early hours of Saturday, a fireball lit up the Iranian skyline as an Israeli drone strike hit Phase 14 of the South Pars gas field, one of the world's most vital energy hubs.
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Ancient Xiaohe Burials Uncovered: Boat Coffins, Cattle Symbols, and More
Buried in China’s Tarim Basin desert, the Bronze Age Xiaohe culture left behind boat-shaped coffins, cattle artefacts, and mysterious upright poles. Archaeologist Dr. Gino Caspari’s new analysis suggests these symbols represent a mirrored afterlife and a water-centric worldview.
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Father's Day 2025: 7 Incredible Trips In India Your Dad Will Actually Love
From history-packed city breaks to breezy hill town retreats, these handpicked travel experiences in India are the perfect gift for this Father's Day.
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Jaisalmer Travel Guide: Explore Rajasthan's Golden City Like A Local
From sandcastle forts to sunset camel rides, here's how to soak up every golden grain of Rajasthan's desert gem, Jaisalmer.
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Freezing Cold To Blazing Heat: What Makes This Indian City Weather So Extreme
Rajasthan's Churu on Thursday recorded a sizzling 41 degrees Celsius (C), with the Air Quality Index (AQI) marking the weather status as "extreme hot." This isn't unusual for the small desert city known for having some of the most extreme weather in
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Turkmenistan Says 'Gateway To Hell' Fire, Raging For Over 50 Years, Tamed
An enormous fire has been raging in Turkmenistan for more than 50 years and nobody has been able to tame it - yet. Known as the 'Gateway to Hell', the Darvaza Gas Crater is a massive gas well that got ignited back in 1971.
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A Sneak-Peek Into Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Resort In Abu Dhabi Through Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Eyes
Samantha Ruth Prabhu is on a serene getaway at Anantara Qasr Al Sarab nestled amidst the dunes of Liwa Desert
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Man Who Burned His Sleeping Daughter In Desert 26 Years Ago Dies In Prison
An Arizona man, who admitted to setting his two-year-old daughter on fire with gasoline in 1999, has died in jail. Shawn Ryan Grell, 50, was serving a life sentence until he died on April 19 at ASPC-Tucson facility.
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US Could Be Hit By Massive Saharan Dust Plume This Week: What You Need To Know
A massive Saharan dust cloud is impacting the Caribbean with poor air quality and is projected to reach the southeastern US, prompting health advisories and potential weather implications.
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First Time In Las Vegas? Keep These 5 Local Travel Tips In Mind For A Smooth Trip
Las Vegas is not just neon signs and poker tables. It is a city that treats a well-prepared traveller well. These tips will help you stay ahead of the chaos and enjoy the best of Las Vegas.
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Why A Night At Rajasthan's Thar Desert Hits Different
Experience stargazing, Rajasthani food and cultural nights with a Thar Desert stay. Here is what makes a night here truly unforgettable.
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In Chile's Atacama, World's Driest Desert, Growing Lettuces With Fog
In Chile's arid Atacama, the driest desert in the world, growers and researchers are looking to harness water from the very air itself to grow lettuces and lemons, using a net to catch drops of moisture from fog.
-
Ghost Of GBU-28: When US Bunker-Buster Bomb Shattered Saddam's Last Hope
American air power has been deployed several times to "establish democracy" and fight terrorism in the Middle East. In 1990, when Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait, the US launched Operation Desert Storm to fight the Iraqi forces.
-
On Camera, Destruction In Tel Aviv After Iran Fires Missiles
Iran launched a barrage of missiles at Israel on Sunday, hours after the US joined the Israeli military's campaign and bombed three nuclear sites at the Islamic country.
-
Tornado Warning In US: Thunderstorms, Gusty Winds Cause Power Cuts In Different Regions
The NWS Hanford, California, issued an updated high wind warning on Wednesday evening, which was valid from Thursday until Sunday.
-
How Gas Inferno At Iran Refinery Mirrors Operation Desert Storm Devastation
In the early hours of Saturday, a fireball lit up the Iranian skyline as an Israeli drone strike hit Phase 14 of the South Pars gas field, one of the world's most vital energy hubs.
-
Ancient Xiaohe Burials Uncovered: Boat Coffins, Cattle Symbols, and More
Buried in China’s Tarim Basin desert, the Bronze Age Xiaohe culture left behind boat-shaped coffins, cattle artefacts, and mysterious upright poles. Archaeologist Dr. Gino Caspari’s new analysis suggests these symbols represent a mirrored afterlife and a water-centric worldview.
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Father's Day 2025: 7 Incredible Trips In India Your Dad Will Actually Love
From history-packed city breaks to breezy hill town retreats, these handpicked travel experiences in India are the perfect gift for this Father's Day.
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Jaisalmer Travel Guide: Explore Rajasthan's Golden City Like A Local
From sandcastle forts to sunset camel rides, here's how to soak up every golden grain of Rajasthan's desert gem, Jaisalmer.
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Freezing Cold To Blazing Heat: What Makes This Indian City Weather So Extreme
Rajasthan's Churu on Thursday recorded a sizzling 41 degrees Celsius (C), with the Air Quality Index (AQI) marking the weather status as "extreme hot." This isn't unusual for the small desert city known for having some of the most extreme weather in
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Turkmenistan Says 'Gateway To Hell' Fire, Raging For Over 50 Years, Tamed
An enormous fire has been raging in Turkmenistan for more than 50 years and nobody has been able to tame it - yet. Known as the 'Gateway to Hell', the Darvaza Gas Crater is a massive gas well that got ignited back in 1971.
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A Sneak-Peek Into Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Resort In Abu Dhabi Through Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Eyes
Samantha Ruth Prabhu is on a serene getaway at Anantara Qasr Al Sarab nestled amidst the dunes of Liwa Desert
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Man Who Burned His Sleeping Daughter In Desert 26 Years Ago Dies In Prison
An Arizona man, who admitted to setting his two-year-old daughter on fire with gasoline in 1999, has died in jail. Shawn Ryan Grell, 50, was serving a life sentence until he died on April 19 at ASPC-Tucson facility.
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US Could Be Hit By Massive Saharan Dust Plume This Week: What You Need To Know
A massive Saharan dust cloud is impacting the Caribbean with poor air quality and is projected to reach the southeastern US, prompting health advisories and potential weather implications.
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First Time In Las Vegas? Keep These 5 Local Travel Tips In Mind For A Smooth Trip
Las Vegas is not just neon signs and poker tables. It is a city that treats a well-prepared traveller well. These tips will help you stay ahead of the chaos and enjoy the best of Las Vegas.
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Why A Night At Rajasthan's Thar Desert Hits Different
Experience stargazing, Rajasthani food and cultural nights with a Thar Desert stay. Here is what makes a night here truly unforgettable.
