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Mysterious Dholavira of the Indus Valley Civilization
The western coast of India is home to the world's largest salt desert, the Rann of Kutch. The…
The Untimely demise of Michelle Trachtenberg
Have you seen movie Eurotrip, Ice Princess or do you remember "Georgina Sparks" in "Gossip Girl"? Michelle Trachtenberg,…
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How was your day in Yakutsk, the coldest city in the world?
Located about 450 kilometers south of the Arctic Circle, Yakutsk is located in Russia. It is the coldest…
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“Sweet and Sour Science: Is Aspartame a Danger?
Today I have a sweet conspiracy theory for aspartame, one that sounds sweet but can have bitter consequences…
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How China is ahead of India, The Shenzhen Story
Today, there is talk everywhere about India becoming a superpower, but meanwhile China has already become the "factory"…
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Why did Napoleon wear his hat on only one side?
Did you know that Napoleon Bonaparte's signature bicorn hat was just a fashion choice, or was there more…
How Blue LED changed the world?
In 2014, the Nobel Prize was awarded to Japanese scientist Shuji Nakamura, who invented the blue LED. This…
How Mona Lisa became the most famous painting
Prior to 1911, the Mona Lisa was well-known but not all-known. She was only shown a few times…
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Crowded Traveler Bus or Train: Public Transport Adventures in Delhi-NCR
When you want to see the "Human Sea" phenomenon, you are invited to India! It is like a…
Sushmita Sen: Bollywood’s Love Rebel Who Chose Family Over Fame
There was a time when Sushmita Sen dominated the glamorous world of beauty pageants as an Indian trailblazer.…