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Augustus De Morgan: The Mathematician Who Shaped Modern Logic And Algebra
Augustus De MorganAnniversary: He was a pioneering British mathematician and logician whose contributions laid the foundation for modern symbolic logic and algebra. His legacy continues to influence mathematics and computer science today.
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How Donald Trump Once Helped Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu Win Elections
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's friendship has become one of the most consequential partnerships in modern Middle Eastern history.
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As Mass Shooting In Austria Kills 10, A Look At Europe's History Of Gun Violence
A gunman killed ten people at a secondary school in the southern Austrian city of Graz on Tuesday, in the worst school shooting in the country's modern history. At least 10 others were injured in the school massacre.
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Who Are Delhi's Roads Named After?
So, the next time you ask for directions, don't just look at the map. Look at the names. They'll tell you more than Google ever could.
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Qutub Minar Is More Than Just Old And Tall: These 10 Facts Prove It
From forgotten dynasties to modern Bollywood, these 10 fascinating facts about Delhi's Qutub Minar will make you see the iconic minaret in a whole new light.
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Genetic Study Reveals Maya Civilization’s Collapse Was a Reorganization
A groundbreaking genetic study published in Current Biology reveals that the Maya civilization didn’t mysteriously vanish around 1,200 years ago, as once thought. By analyzing ancient genomes from Copán in western Honduras, researchers discovered strong genetic continuity from the Late Archaic era to modern Maya groups. This evidence challenges ...
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Ancient 14,000-Year-Old Solar Storm Revealed as Strongest Ever Recorded in Earth’s History
A massive solar storm struck Earth 14,300 years ago, now confirmed as the most powerful ever recorded. Finnish scientists detected it through carbon-14 spikes in Ice Age tree rings. Over 500 times stronger than the 2003 Halloween Storm, this ancient event redefines solar risk and highlights the growing need to safeguard modern infrastructure agains...
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Ahmedabad Travel Guide: The Ultimate Insider's Handbook To Gujarat's Most Vibrant City
A city where old-world charm meets modern energy, Ahmedabad is a treat for culture lovers, foodies, and history buffs alike.
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69-Million-Year-Old Fossil Bird Skull in Antarctica Sheds Light on Waterfowl Evolution
Scientists have analysed a nearly complete fossilised bird skull found in Antarctica, dating back 69 million years. Identified as Vegavis iaai, the specimen is closely related to modern ducks and geese, with skull features supporting its classification as a waterfowl. Researchers suggest that its advanced vision and motor skills could have helped i...
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Hyderabad Travel Guide: Your Cheat Sheet On Where To Go, Eat, Shop In The City Of Pearls
Steeped in history, thronged with impressive architecture, and buzzing with modern indulgences, Hyderabad is a kaleidoscope of experiences.
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Tracing the Origins of Oaks: How Climate and Tectonic Changes Shaped Modern Trees
Oaks, iconic trees in today’s forests, evolved over millions of years, influenced by significant climatic events like the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum. Fossils found in Austria reveal the earliest oak evidence, while tectonic movements led to the diversification of oak species across continents. Oaks adapted to changing climates, making their...
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2 Indigenously-Built Warships 'Nilgiri' And 'Surat' Delivered To Navy
The Mazagon Docks Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) created history by delivering two indigenously built, modern Capital Warships 'Nilgiri' and 'Surat' to the Indian Navy, officials said in Mumbai on Friday.
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Charles De Gaulle's Famed World War II Speech On Show For First Time
One of the most famous speeches in modern French history -- General Charles de Gaulle's 1940 radio plea for France to resist the Nazi occupation -- is set to go on display on Saturday for the first time.
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Advanced 3D Fossil Scans Provide Clues to the Origins of Bipedalism in Human Evolution
A new study published in the American Journal of Primatology uses advanced 3D scanning technology to examine fossilized bones and muscle insertion points, shedding light on the evolution of bipedalism in human ancestors. Led by Professor Josep M. Potau from the University of Barcelona, the research suggests that early hominins, like Australopithecu...
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Two Different Proto-Human Species Lived Together in Keyna 1.5 Million Years Ago, Claims Study
In a groundbreaking discovery, footprints from 1.5 million years ago have revealed that Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei coexisted in Kenya. The fossilised tracks, found at Koobi Fora, show distinctive foot structures, with Homo erectus leaving footprints similar to modern humans, while Paranthropus boisei’s tracks reflect a different walking...
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Augustus De Morgan: The Mathematician Who Shaped Modern Logic And Algebra
Augustus De MorganAnniversary: He was a pioneering British mathematician and logician whose contributions laid the foundation for modern symbolic logic and algebra. His legacy continues to influence mathematics and computer science today.
-
How Donald Trump Once Helped Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu Win Elections
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's friendship has become one of the most consequential partnerships in modern Middle Eastern history.
-
As Mass Shooting In Austria Kills 10, A Look At Europe's History Of Gun Violence
A gunman killed ten people at a secondary school in the southern Austrian city of Graz on Tuesday, in the worst school shooting in the country's modern history. At least 10 others were injured in the school massacre.
-
Who Are Delhi's Roads Named After?
So, the next time you ask for directions, don't just look at the map. Look at the names. They'll tell you more than Google ever could.
-
Qutub Minar Is More Than Just Old And Tall: These 10 Facts Prove It
From forgotten dynasties to modern Bollywood, these 10 fascinating facts about Delhi's Qutub Minar will make you see the iconic minaret in a whole new light.
-
Genetic Study Reveals Maya Civilization’s Collapse Was a Reorganization
A groundbreaking genetic study published in Current Biology reveals that the Maya civilization didn’t mysteriously vanish around 1,200 years ago, as once thought. By analyzing ancient genomes from Copán in western Honduras, researchers discovered strong genetic continuity from the Late Archaic era to modern Maya groups. This evidence challenges ...
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Ancient 14,000-Year-Old Solar Storm Revealed as Strongest Ever Recorded in Earth’s History
A massive solar storm struck Earth 14,300 years ago, now confirmed as the most powerful ever recorded. Finnish scientists detected it through carbon-14 spikes in Ice Age tree rings. Over 500 times stronger than the 2003 Halloween Storm, this ancient event redefines solar risk and highlights the growing need to safeguard modern infrastructure agains...
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Ahmedabad Travel Guide: The Ultimate Insider's Handbook To Gujarat's Most Vibrant City
A city where old-world charm meets modern energy, Ahmedabad is a treat for culture lovers, foodies, and history buffs alike.
-
69-Million-Year-Old Fossil Bird Skull in Antarctica Sheds Light on Waterfowl Evolution
Scientists have analysed a nearly complete fossilised bird skull found in Antarctica, dating back 69 million years. Identified as Vegavis iaai, the specimen is closely related to modern ducks and geese, with skull features supporting its classification as a waterfowl. Researchers suggest that its advanced vision and motor skills could have helped i...
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Hyderabad Travel Guide: Your Cheat Sheet On Where To Go, Eat, Shop In The City Of Pearls
Steeped in history, thronged with impressive architecture, and buzzing with modern indulgences, Hyderabad is a kaleidoscope of experiences.
-
Tracing the Origins of Oaks: How Climate and Tectonic Changes Shaped Modern Trees
Oaks, iconic trees in today’s forests, evolved over millions of years, influenced by significant climatic events like the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum. Fossils found in Austria reveal the earliest oak evidence, while tectonic movements led to the diversification of oak species across continents. Oaks adapted to changing climates, making their...
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2 Indigenously-Built Warships 'Nilgiri' And 'Surat' Delivered To Navy
The Mazagon Docks Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) created history by delivering two indigenously built, modern Capital Warships 'Nilgiri' and 'Surat' to the Indian Navy, officials said in Mumbai on Friday.
-
Charles De Gaulle's Famed World War II Speech On Show For First Time
One of the most famous speeches in modern French history -- General Charles de Gaulle's 1940 radio plea for France to resist the Nazi occupation -- is set to go on display on Saturday for the first time.
-
Advanced 3D Fossil Scans Provide Clues to the Origins of Bipedalism in Human Evolution
A new study published in the American Journal of Primatology uses advanced 3D scanning technology to examine fossilized bones and muscle insertion points, shedding light on the evolution of bipedalism in human ancestors. Led by Professor Josep M. Potau from the University of Barcelona, the research suggests that early hominins, like Australopithecu...
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Two Different Proto-Human Species Lived Together in Keyna 1.5 Million Years Ago, Claims Study
In a groundbreaking discovery, footprints from 1.5 million years ago have revealed that Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei coexisted in Kenya. The fossilised tracks, found at Koobi Fora, show distinctive foot structures, with Homo erectus leaving footprints similar to modern humans, while Paranthropus boisei’s tracks reflect a different walking...
