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7 Signs You Are The Biggest Pizza Lover
Since almost everyone around you is a pizza fan, you must have that extra passion to call yourself the biggest pizza lover ever. Think you can make the cut? Lets find out.
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Scientists Revive Dire Wolves Using Ancient DNA and Modern Gene Editing
In a landmark scientific achievement, three dire wolf pups have been born using reconstructed DNA from fossils, marking the species’ return after being extinct for over 12,000 years. Dallas-based Colossal Biosciences led the project, using gene editing to implant dire wolf traits into grey wolf embryos, which were then carried by domestic dog sur...
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Ancient Europeans Retained Dark Skin, Hair and Eyes Until the Iron Age, Claims New Study
A genetic study analysing 348 ancient DNA samples reveals that most prehistoric Europeans had dark skin, hair, and eyes well into the Iron Age. Although genes for lighter pigmentation appeared around 14,000 years ago, they remained rare until about 3,000 years ago. Lighter skin may have been advantageous for vitamin D production, while lighter eyes...
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What Your Preferred Style Of Eggs Say About Your Personality
From boiled egg with salt and pepper to omelette with cilantro and salad, here is a breakdown of what your choice of eggs says about your personality traits.
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Swiggy CEO Reveals 4 Key Traits He Looks For In A Candidate
Rohit Kapoor, the CEO of Swiggy Food Marketplace, has shared his hiring philosophy, saying that building a strong team goes far beyond ticking boxes on a checklist.
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India Can Handle Tough Situations Better Than Problem-Ridden Pakistan: Irfan Pathan
Irfan Pathan said India can handle the pressure situations effectively and that trait gives them an edge in Champions Trophy match against Pakistan.
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Narcissists Can't Handle Being Left Out, Study Finds
The study highlighted that being excluded contributed to the cycle that fuelled the development of "narcissistic traits".
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Zodiac Signs Reimagined As Yummy Food Items - Which One Are You?
Ever thought why pizza is so popular and cheesecake is so high-maintenance? Here is a fun take on foods and their matching zodiac signs.
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Wild Baboons Fail Mirror Test, Raising Questions on Animal Self-Awareness
A study found that wild baboons fail to recognise themselves in mirrors. Researchers placed mirrors near water sources in Namibia’s Tsaobis Nature Park and projected laser dots onto the baboons’ faces and bodies. While 64 percent responded to marks on visible limbs, only one out of 51 reacted to facial markings in the mirror. The findings sugge...
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WhatsApp for Android Could Soon Get an AI Character Creation Feature
WhatsApp for Android is working on an artificial intelligence (AI) feature that will let users create personalised AI characters within the app, as per a claim by a feature tracker. The new feature is said to be similar to the AI character creation feature available on Instagram and Messenger. The feature tracker claimed that users will be able to ...
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New Cartilage Type Found: Lipocartilage Resembles Fat, Boosts Elasticity
Scientists have identified lipocartilage, a newly classified type of cartilage featuring fat-filled, balloon-like cells that offer elasticity and structural stability. Found in the external ears, noses, and throats of mammals, including humans, this tissue differs from traditional cartilage types by maintaining its size regardless of calorie intake...
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Here's How Environmental and Physical Traits Shape Bird Sounds Across Habitats
A global study of over 100,000 bird sound recordings reveals how environmental and physical factors shape bird communication. Birds adapt their calls in response to habitat noise, with species in noisy areas producing higher-pitched sounds for better visibility. Physical traits like body size and beak shape also play a significant role in sound fre...
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Research Shows Twin Births Were Common in Ancient Primate Evolution
Research suggests that ancient primates, including early humans, typically gave birth to twins, a common trait in their evolutionary history. Over time, singletons became more prevalent due to the survival advantages of larger, more developed offspring. This shift is linked to the evolution of primates' larger brains and bodies, requiring more ener...
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How Parents Of Gen Beta Need To Prep Themselves, As Per A Psychologist
An expert opinion on what traits Gen Beta will grow up having and how parents can prepare to raise them
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Are You A Beach Or Mountain Person? What Does Either Of Them Say About Your Personality?
Are you a beach lover or a mountain enthusiast? Explore traits, insights, and heartfelt stories in this personality-based travel guide.
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7 Signs You Are The Biggest Pizza Lover
Since almost everyone around you is a pizza fan, you must have that extra passion to call yourself the biggest pizza lover ever. Think you can make the cut? Lets find out.
-
Scientists Revive Dire Wolves Using Ancient DNA and Modern Gene Editing
In a landmark scientific achievement, three dire wolf pups have been born using reconstructed DNA from fossils, marking the species’ return after being extinct for over 12,000 years. Dallas-based Colossal Biosciences led the project, using gene editing to implant dire wolf traits into grey wolf embryos, which were then carried by domestic dog sur...
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Ancient Europeans Retained Dark Skin, Hair and Eyes Until the Iron Age, Claims New Study
A genetic study analysing 348 ancient DNA samples reveals that most prehistoric Europeans had dark skin, hair, and eyes well into the Iron Age. Although genes for lighter pigmentation appeared around 14,000 years ago, they remained rare until about 3,000 years ago. Lighter skin may have been advantageous for vitamin D production, while lighter eyes...
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What Your Preferred Style Of Eggs Say About Your Personality
From boiled egg with salt and pepper to omelette with cilantro and salad, here is a breakdown of what your choice of eggs says about your personality traits.
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Swiggy CEO Reveals 4 Key Traits He Looks For In A Candidate
Rohit Kapoor, the CEO of Swiggy Food Marketplace, has shared his hiring philosophy, saying that building a strong team goes far beyond ticking boxes on a checklist.
-
India Can Handle Tough Situations Better Than Problem-Ridden Pakistan: Irfan Pathan
Irfan Pathan said India can handle the pressure situations effectively and that trait gives them an edge in Champions Trophy match against Pakistan.
-
Narcissists Can't Handle Being Left Out, Study Finds
The study highlighted that being excluded contributed to the cycle that fuelled the development of "narcissistic traits".
-
Zodiac Signs Reimagined As Yummy Food Items - Which One Are You?
Ever thought why pizza is so popular and cheesecake is so high-maintenance? Here is a fun take on foods and their matching zodiac signs.
-
Wild Baboons Fail Mirror Test, Raising Questions on Animal Self-Awareness
A study found that wild baboons fail to recognise themselves in mirrors. Researchers placed mirrors near water sources in Namibia’s Tsaobis Nature Park and projected laser dots onto the baboons’ faces and bodies. While 64 percent responded to marks on visible limbs, only one out of 51 reacted to facial markings in the mirror. The findings sugge...
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WhatsApp for Android Could Soon Get an AI Character Creation Feature
WhatsApp for Android is working on an artificial intelligence (AI) feature that will let users create personalised AI characters within the app, as per a claim by a feature tracker. The new feature is said to be similar to the AI character creation feature available on Instagram and Messenger. The feature tracker claimed that users will be able to ...
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New Cartilage Type Found: Lipocartilage Resembles Fat, Boosts Elasticity
Scientists have identified lipocartilage, a newly classified type of cartilage featuring fat-filled, balloon-like cells that offer elasticity and structural stability. Found in the external ears, noses, and throats of mammals, including humans, this tissue differs from traditional cartilage types by maintaining its size regardless of calorie intake...
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Here's How Environmental and Physical Traits Shape Bird Sounds Across Habitats
A global study of over 100,000 bird sound recordings reveals how environmental and physical factors shape bird communication. Birds adapt their calls in response to habitat noise, with species in noisy areas producing higher-pitched sounds for better visibility. Physical traits like body size and beak shape also play a significant role in sound fre...
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Research Shows Twin Births Were Common in Ancient Primate Evolution
Research suggests that ancient primates, including early humans, typically gave birth to twins, a common trait in their evolutionary history. Over time, singletons became more prevalent due to the survival advantages of larger, more developed offspring. This shift is linked to the evolution of primates' larger brains and bodies, requiring more ener...
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How Parents Of Gen Beta Need To Prep Themselves, As Per A Psychologist
An expert opinion on what traits Gen Beta will grow up having and how parents can prepare to raise them
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Are You A Beach Or Mountain Person? What Does Either Of Them Say About Your Personality?
Are you a beach lover or a mountain enthusiast? Explore traits, insights, and heartfelt stories in this personality-based travel guide.
