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From Black Death To Hantavirus, Rodent-Borne Diseases Explained
A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has revived fears of rodent-borne diseases. From the Black Death to modern outbreaks, here's how such infections have shaped human history, and why they still matter today.
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London Marathon Record Sparks Shoe Debate: As Marathon Times Fall, Don't Forget the Athlete
From the marathon at the 1908 London Olympics to now, in 118 years of history, Kenya's Sebastian Sawe and Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha became the first humans ever to complete the London Marathon's 42.2 km (26.2 miles) distance in under two hours.
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NASA’s Artemis II Mission Completes Lunar Flyby, Sets Farthest Human Spaceflight Record
NASA’s Artemis II created history on Monday, as the mission crew completed the lunar flyby. With this, the four astronauts became the first humans to see the far side of the Moon directly. Additionally, the crew also set the record for travelling the farthest distance from the Earth, breaking the previous record, which had remained untouched sinc...
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The Shroud Of Turin Has An India Connect, But It Is More Hilarious Than You Think
The Shroud of Turin also has a not-so-obvious Bollywood connection, according to the Internet
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New DNA Analysis Suggests That Shroud Of Turin May Have Indian Origins
The Shroud of Turin has a complex history, with its first documented appearance in France in 1354.
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This Haunted "Skeleton Lake" In Uttarakhand Is Actually A Hidden Gem For Adventurous Travellers
Uncover the chilling mystery of Roopkund Lake, famously known as India's "Skeleton Lake," nestled high in the Himalayas.
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With 400 Deaths, Pak Bombing On Kabul Hospital 'Deadliest' In Afghan History
Hundreds of people were reportedly killed or injured at a drug treatment centre in Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, after an airstrike that the Taliban government blamed on Pakistan.
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Konkan's 12,000-Year-Old Petroglyphs Reveal A Lost World Through Rare Traces Of Stone-Age Art
The petroglyphs provide insight into the ecological history and worship rituals of the Konkan region
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68,000-Year-Old Hand Art Found In Indonesia, Rewriting Human History
This discovery challenges the notion that abstract and symbolic thinking began only 40,000 years ago.
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Meet Veronika, First Cow In Human History Known To Use Tools
Veronika, the Austrian cow, has become the first cattle known to use tools, according to a study that reveals new insights into cattle intelligence and adaptive behaviour.
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Salliyargal Now Available for Streaming Online: What You Need to Know About This Tamil Film
Streaming on Aha Tamil, Salliyargal is a critically acclaimed Tamil film that explores war through the lens of medical professionals. With a compelling narrative rooted in history and human values, the film has resonated with audiences for its emotional depth and patriotic undertones.
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Fresh Bone Analysis Points To Earliest Human Ancestor, But Debate Continues
The study suggested that the species likely walked on two legs, at least partly.
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Study Reveals 10,000-Year Genetic History Of East Asian Cattle And Ancient Silk Road Connections
They also added that these findings provide new insights into human migration, technological exchange, and the early contacts between ancient civilizations.
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Human Rights Day 2025: History, Significance And Theme
Human Rights Day 2025: It is observed annually on December 10 to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
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New Research Links Volcanic Activity To Origins Of Black Death Pandemic
Previously unknown volcanic eruptions may have kicked off an unlikely series of events that brought the Black Death -- the most devastating pandemic in human history -- to the shores of mediaeval Europe, new research has revealed.
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From Black Death To Hantavirus, Rodent-Borne Diseases Explained
A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has revived fears of rodent-borne diseases. From the Black Death to modern outbreaks, here's how such infections have shaped human history, and why they still matter today.
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London Marathon Record Sparks Shoe Debate: As Marathon Times Fall, Don't Forget the Athlete
From the marathon at the 1908 London Olympics to now, in 118 years of history, Kenya's Sebastian Sawe and Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha became the first humans ever to complete the London Marathon's 42.2 km (26.2 miles) distance in under two hours.
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NASA’s Artemis II Mission Completes Lunar Flyby, Sets Farthest Human Spaceflight Record
NASA’s Artemis II created history on Monday, as the mission crew completed the lunar flyby. With this, the four astronauts became the first humans to see the far side of the Moon directly. Additionally, the crew also set the record for travelling the farthest distance from the Earth, breaking the previous record, which had remained untouched sinc...
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The Shroud Of Turin Has An India Connect, But It Is More Hilarious Than You Think
The Shroud of Turin also has a not-so-obvious Bollywood connection, according to the Internet
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New DNA Analysis Suggests That Shroud Of Turin May Have Indian Origins
The Shroud of Turin has a complex history, with its first documented appearance in France in 1354.
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This Haunted "Skeleton Lake" In Uttarakhand Is Actually A Hidden Gem For Adventurous Travellers
Uncover the chilling mystery of Roopkund Lake, famously known as India's "Skeleton Lake," nestled high in the Himalayas.
-
With 400 Deaths, Pak Bombing On Kabul Hospital 'Deadliest' In Afghan History
Hundreds of people were reportedly killed or injured at a drug treatment centre in Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, after an airstrike that the Taliban government blamed on Pakistan.
-
Konkan's 12,000-Year-Old Petroglyphs Reveal A Lost World Through Rare Traces Of Stone-Age Art
The petroglyphs provide insight into the ecological history and worship rituals of the Konkan region
-
68,000-Year-Old Hand Art Found In Indonesia, Rewriting Human History
This discovery challenges the notion that abstract and symbolic thinking began only 40,000 years ago.
-
Meet Veronika, First Cow In Human History Known To Use Tools
Veronika, the Austrian cow, has become the first cattle known to use tools, according to a study that reveals new insights into cattle intelligence and adaptive behaviour.
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Salliyargal Now Available for Streaming Online: What You Need to Know About This Tamil Film
Streaming on Aha Tamil, Salliyargal is a critically acclaimed Tamil film that explores war through the lens of medical professionals. With a compelling narrative rooted in history and human values, the film has resonated with audiences for its emotional depth and patriotic undertones.
-
Fresh Bone Analysis Points To Earliest Human Ancestor, But Debate Continues
The study suggested that the species likely walked on two legs, at least partly.
-
Study Reveals 10,000-Year Genetic History Of East Asian Cattle And Ancient Silk Road Connections
They also added that these findings provide new insights into human migration, technological exchange, and the early contacts between ancient civilizations.
-
Human Rights Day 2025: History, Significance And Theme
Human Rights Day 2025: It is observed annually on December 10 to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
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New Research Links Volcanic Activity To Origins Of Black Death Pandemic
Previously unknown volcanic eruptions may have kicked off an unlikely series of events that brought the Black Death -- the most devastating pandemic in human history -- to the shores of mediaeval Europe, new research has revealed.
