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NASA sent 12.5M tomato seeds to space in 1984; by 1990, 40,000 schools in 40 countries grew them

In 1984, NASA initiated the SEEDS project aimed at exploring how the space environment affects plant growth. Participants, comprising approximately 3.3 million students from diverse educational backgrounds worldwide, received kits that included seeds launched into space and Earth-based controls for comparison. Preliminary findings indicated a marginally enhanced germination rate for the seeds sent to space, though notable growth differences diminished during the plants' life cycles.
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The Times of IndiaWorld

Retired UK rail engineer turns East Sussex garden into 50-foot railway with solar-powered trolley

Adrian Backshall transformed his East Sussex garden into a working railway, inspired by his railway engineering career. The garden features a unique 50-foot railway with a solar-powered system and authentic railway memorabilia. Initially a lockdown project, it has evolved to include a Victorian-style carriage for entertaining guests. Backshall's project reflects a blend of history and engineering, following his retirement from Network Rail.
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Long Island credit supervisor stole $1.6M over four years to fund his lifestyle.

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Japan’s first named ankylosaur was linked to nodosaurids millions of years ago

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The Times of IndiaWorld

A Ship caught fire 160 years ago; mangroves turned its wreck into a living island

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Builder called stamp duty promise on Rs 1.6cr property a typo; MahaRERA orders payment

In one such case, when the homebuyer signed the allotment letter with the builder, he paid Rs 1.6 crore. Based on what was stated in the allotment letter, he understood that the builder would take care of the stamp duty and the registration charges.
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The Times of IndiaBusiness

The Best Food Festivals And Pop-Ups Happening Across India This September And October 2026

Food lovers are spoilt for choice this September, with special menus, pop-ups and culinary festivals happening across India.
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'Felt Weirded Out': Woman Cancels Airbnb Booking After Owner Calls Her 'Pretty'

A female traveller cancelled her Airbnb booking at the last moment after the owner called her 'pretty' in a message.
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Infinix GT NX Controller With Pixel-Level FPS Touchpad, GT NX Station Cooling Dock Unveiled

Infinix GT NX Series peripherals have been launched as the company's latest gaming accessories. It includes the GT NX Controller and GT NX Station. The new accessories are designed to address common mobile gaming issues such as touchscreen controls, thermal throttling and unstable wireless connections. The Infinix GT NX Controller features a glass touchpad. The GT NX Station features a 9-in-1 port setup.
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Bitget Suffers $351.6 Million Security Breach, Exchange Says No Private Keys Were Leaked

Bitget has reported a security breach involving approximately $351.6 million (roughly Rs. 3,369 crore) in assets. The exchange said its investigation has found no evidence of private-key leaks and that customer balances remain accurate. Deposits and trading remain operational, while withdrawals have been suspended. Blockchain data from Lookonchain identified XRP and Ether among the largest portions of the affected assets.
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Oppo F35 Series India Launch Date Tipped Online, Price and Specifications Leaked: What You Need to Know

Oppo F35 Pro 5G and Oppo F35 5G will be launched in India on October 5, according to a tipster. The Oppo F35 Pro 5G will reportedly be powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Max chipset, while the Oppo F35 5G is said to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 6360 SoC. The Oppo F35 5G could sport a 6.57-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display, delivering up to a 120Hz refresh rate. The Pro model is said to also offer Rainstorm Touch support. Both smartphones will reportedly be equipped with an 8,000mAh battery, while offering support for 80W wired fast charging. The Oppo F35 series might arrive with a dual rear camera unit, led by a 50-megapixel primary shooter with optical image stabilisation. While the Pro model might feature an 8-megapixel ultrawide rear camera, the standard model is said to offer a 2-megapixel secondary shooter.
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'Didn't Tell Mother': Seema Kumari's Secret Japan Trip Ends With Asian Games Bronze

History-making long-distance runner Seema did not want her septuagenarian mother to fret over her whereabouts when she headed to Japan for the Asian Games.
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Dilip Tirkey's Explosive Police Complaint Rocks Hockey India: "Endangerment Of Life, Theft"

The internal bickering within Hockey India has taken a dramatic turn with federation president and former India captain Dilip Tirkey lodging a complaint with Delhi Police against some HI officials.
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Asian Games 2026 Day 6 LIVE Updates: 9 Medals In Athletics Up For Grabs, India Win Table Tennis Bronze

Asian Games 2026 Day 6 LIVE Updates: India's medal tally has reached the 19-mark 2 gold medals, 8 silver and 9 bronze
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Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty Stunned In Opening Round, Tanisha Crasto -Dhruv Kapila Reach Quarterfinals

The former world No.1 and two-time world championship bronze medallists, Satwik and Chirag won the opening game but were eventually stunned by Thailand's Pakkapon Teeraratsakul and Peeratchai Sukphun in a one-hour-eight-minute contest.
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