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Britain’s volunteers are removing rats, clearing invasive weeds and placing plastic puffins on empty cliffs to bring real puffins back to lost colonies

Britain’s volunteers are removing rats, clearing invasive weeds and placing plastic puffins on empty cliffs to bring real puffins back to lost colonies
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Amazon wants software, not supervisors, to decide warehouse staffing; managers say the AI 'overreacted to a brief slowdown' and recommended cuts that didn't reflect…

Amazon is testing software that decides warehouse staffing, but internal documents and Slack chats obtained by Business Insider show managers overriding the AI, disabling it, and working around it. Some say the algorithm misreads the floor and recommends cuts that don't fit real conditions. Amazon plans hard enforcement in 2026, aiming to limit how far managers can deviate from its staffing recommendations.
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Bigg Boss Malayalam 8: Former NDA candidate Athira Nair to enter the show?

Athira Nair has officially announced that she received a call from the Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 team but believes that participating in the show would jeopardize her mental stability at this time. The highly awaited season is set to launch in September, and a pre-show called Agnipariksha will soon select ordinary contestants, with more celebrity participants rumored to join the mix.
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Psychology says nail biting is more than a bad habit, and the reason people do it may surprise you

Psychology says nail biting is more than a bad habit, and the reason people do it may surprise you
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T.Rex's puny arms were not useless at all; they served an unexpected and brutal purpose

Paleontologists debate the purpose of Tyrannosaurus rex's famously small arms. One theory suggests these limbs were used for close-range slashing attacks on prey. These arms possessed curved talons and a wide range of motion for inflicting wounds. Other researchers propose the arms were for courtship displays rather than hunting. Ultimately, the jaws likely remained the primary weapon for the massive dinosaur.
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This rare Florida butterfly has two 'heads' to escape predators; study finds

Some butterflies possess a remarkable defense mechanism, appearing to have two heads. A recent study examined over 900 butterfly species to understand this trait. Researchers found that four fake head features evolved together, aiding survival. This illusion helps butterflies escape predators by diverting attacks to their wings. Protecting the Bartram's scrub-hairstreak butterfly's habitat is crucial for its survival.
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Dutch cities are replacing solid concrete surfaces with grass-filled paving blocks that absorb rainwater and help keep urban areas cooler

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Not Philadelphia, this is where the United States started: Inside New Sweden, the long-lost colony that shaped America

Philadelphia's rich narrative isn't solely tied to its founding fathers' legacy; it also encompasses the short-lived Swedish colony of Nya Sverige. This settlement, which lasted seventeen years, pioneered the design of the log cabin, revolutionizing early American architecture. Furthermore, Swedish settlers introduced Lutheran Christianity and instigated critical early colonial rebellions, underscoring their significant yet brief impact in shaping America's foundations.
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He had the money to buy a private jet, yet this billionaire preferred economy flights, took home free packets of salt and pepper from restaurants

IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad lived a remarkably simple life despite his vast fortune. He consistently chose flea market clothes and economy travel, setting a personal example. Kamprad reused tea bags and ate at IKEA cafeterias, avoiding expensive dining options. His thrifty habits stemmed from his upbringing in rural southern Sweden. This frugality also shaped IKEA's company culture and employee guidelines.
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Several trapped after landslide buries homes in China's Chongqing

State broadcaster CCTV said a local community worker noticed rocks falling from a hillside at around 8 am local time and issued an emergency warning. Authorities immediately began evacuating more than 60 residents, but the landslide struck at 9.08 am, trapping several people before the evacuation could be completed. Footage aired by CCTV showed a section of the hillside collapsing onto a cluster of riverside homes.
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World Emoji Day 2026: A Look At How Emojis Transformed Communication

World Emoji Day 2026: In the age of social media, emojis play an important role on platforms such as Instagram, X, Facebook, and WhatsApp.
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Skyroot's Vikram-1, India's First Private Orbital Rocket To Be Launched On July 18

Hyderabad-based space startup, Skyroot Aerospace is set to make history on July 18 with the first launch of its orbital rocket, Vikram-1. The flight mission could mark India's entry into the global private orbital launch market.

 

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Puri Rath Yatra 2026 | RSS Volunteers Form Human Chain For Ambulance During Rath Yatra

 

In a remarkable display of discipline and public service, RSS volunteers formed human chains to create a dedicated ambulance corridor during the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha's Puri. As lakhs of devotees gathered for the annual festival, the volunteers helped clear a path, allowing an ambulance to pass swiftly through the dense crowd. The moment has drawn widespread attention for showcasing effective crowd management during one of India's largest religious gatherings.

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India Gets Its First Hydrogen Train: How Is It Different From Diesel Trains?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off India's first hydrogen-powered train. The train will run on the 89-km Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana under Northern Railway.

For the first time, hydrogen fuel cell technology will be used in India. The technology will use hydrogen fuel cells to produce electricity, making it a cleaner alternative to diesel trains. The project also includes hydrogen storage and refuelling facilities.

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Rath Yatra 2026 | Thousands Of Devotees Gather At Puri Jagannath Temple On Day 2

A large number of devotees gathered at the Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri on the second day of the annual Rath Yatra, one of India's most revered religious festivals. Pilgrims from across the country thronged the temple town to offer prayers and witness the sacred rituals associated with Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. The festival continues amid elaborate security arrangements and spiritual fervour. 

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