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Couple trapped on San Francisco cliff after rising tides

A couple became stranded on a Presidio cliff while watching the sunset. Darkness fell and the rising tide blocked their only exit route. They called 911 using a dying mobile phone and a location app. Firefighters arrived and used ropes to safely haul both individuals up. The rescue operation concluded…

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A newly discovered solar phenomenon could help scientists predict the Sun’s next powerful outburst and solar flare

New solar telescope observations reveal swirling plasma movements on the Sun's surface. This phenomenon, known as Kelvin-Helmholtz instability, occurs at magnetic region boundaries. These turbulent motions may help explain how powerful solar flares begin and store energy. Understanding these processes could improve future space weather forecasting for Earth. The Daniel…

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Sun shines on Floriade despite dark clouds of traffic disruptions and union threats

Canberra's celebration of spring is "good to go", says Chief Minister.

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Why Rosacea on Brown Skin Goes Undiagnosed for Years, and What It Actually Looks Like

The redness that doesn't look redOn fair skin, rosacea annonces itself. Cheeks flush crimson. Capillaries show pink through thin dermis. Every dermatology textbook photograph confirms the look. On brown skin, the same inflammation sits underneath a layer of melanin that absorbs and mutes it, so what reads as bright red…

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How to Reapply Sunscreen Over Makeup, Under a Helmet, and at Indian Midday Heat

Why Reapplication Is the Step Everyone SkipsSunscreen degrades. A broad-spectrum SPF 50 applied at 8 am gives you meaningful protection until roughly 10 am, after that, UV filters break down from sun exposure and sweat, and you are functionally unprotected. A 2019 study published in JAMA Dermatology found that less…

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Mercury may have shrunk 30% more than previously believed, new study says; planet’s radius may have decreased by 7.2 miles

Recent studies indicate that Mercury has shrunk more than scientists previously realized. The presence of impact debris has hindered the visibility of this contraction, shedding light on Mercury's interior features and its metallic core. This discovery offers valuable clues to the planet's geological history and magnetic field evolution. Upcoming explorations,…

The Economic Times

The ultimate guide to getting some winter sun

The UK heatwaves may be over but there’s a world of choices — old and new — for balmy breaks in the months ahead. By Alicia Miller

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Singapore Cool Paint Field Study: Coatings cut street heat by up to 2°C; cities gain fast cooling tool

Researchers in Singapore have pioneered an innovative cool paint aimed at addressing urban heat challenges. This specially designed coating is effective in reflecting sunlight while minimizing heat absorption. Consequently, treated areas experienced noticeable drops in surface and air temperatures, enhancing pedestrian comfort significantly. This affordable solution presents a feasible strategy…

The Times of India

Northern Lights: Visual treat likely for 20 US states tonight; here's how to get the best view

The northern lights, or aurora borealis, that recently illuminated skies over North Dakota, Canada and Iceland followed geomagnetic storms triggered when charged particles from the Sun interacted with gases in Earth’s atmosphere.

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Australia’s first solar power station, built in 1981, is now heritage listed

Australia's innovative solar power station located at White Cliffs has received heritage listing recognition. Operational since 1981, this remote facility has consistently supplied power to a small community, demonstrating the potential of solar energy in extreme outback climates for more than a decade. Its preservation highlights the journey of renewable…

The Times of India

Travelling With a Pet by Indian Railways or Domestic Airline: Crate Rules and Heat Risks Explained

What Indian Railways Actually PermitsIndian Railways allows pets in the brake van, the luggage car attached to the train, under its parcel booking rules. Dogs and cats are the species most commonly transported this way. The animal travels separately from the owner, in a crate, as registered luggage. You book…

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NLR reported a 110,000-square-foot Texas data center coated with IntelliKoat; its CEO said inside temperatures fell from 140°F to 86°F and heat failures dropped to zero

A Texas-based data center has successfully lowered its temperature through the application of an innovative roof coating called IntelliKoat. This product acts as a protective sunscreen, reflecting solar heat and alleviating the common issue of cooling system failures in the industry. Developed from academic research, it is currently being trialed…

The Economic Times

Space weather can cause both beautiful auroras and infrastructure challenges – 5 essential reads on protecting life and technology

Most days, you can look up and see the Sun shining above. Even if it’s hidden behind clouds, you know it’s there, lighting up the sky. But while the Sun’s light might be relatively constant, its surface is surprisingly active. If you hopped on NASA’s Parker Solar Probe for a…

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Philadelphia installed white roofs on about 340 low-income seniors’ homes from 2001–2003; ceiling temperatures fell 4–5°F, and air-conditioning electricity use fell by 560 kWh per year

In Philadelphia, the initiative to paint roofs white resulted in a remarkable decrease in home temperatures and energy consumption. This cost-effective strategy lowered ceiling temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit, significantly reducing annual air conditioning power usage for low-income seniors. Cool roofs serve as a simple yet effective solution to reflect…

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What Your Annual Blood Panel Misses After 50: Inflammation, Hormones, Thyroid and More

What the Standard Panel Actually TestsThe routine blood panel most Indian adults receive once a year checks a short list: complete blood count, fasting glucose, lipid profile, liver enzymes, kidney function, and sometimes thyroid-stimulating hormone. That covers acute infection, anaemia, gross organ damage, and surface-level cholesterol. It was designed to…

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Your Face May Be Recovering From the Monsoon Without You Realising It

Your face might be oily, but that does not necessarily mean it is well hydrated. If your skin has recently started doing strange things, looking shiny by noon, feeling tight after washing, breaking out in random places or suddenly reacting to products you have used for months, you are not…

Evening Standard

N-Dubz’ Tulisa struts down red carpet in dress of drug sting headlines

The black and white dress featured the words ‘drug dealer’ and appeared to reference articles written about her after a sting by The Sun On Sunday.

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Sun Pharma gets ratings boost from Moody's, S&P over USD 11.75-bn Organon & Co acquisition bid

Rating agencies Moody's and S&P assigned investment-grade ratings to Sun Pharmaceutical Industries. This action follows Sun Pharma's proposed acquisition of US-based Organon & Co. The deal is expected to significantly bolster Sun Pharma's business position and revenue base. Organon will contribute substantially to the group's earnings after the acquisition. This…

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Why Lord Ganesh Rode a Peacock in This Ancient Battle

What if the divine form of FF that you know today had another mysterious name and an entirely different story? In a lesser-known devotional tradition connected with the Ashtavinayak pilgrimage, Lord Ganesh appears as a powerful divine child born for a very specific purpose. His story begins with Sindhu, a…

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The 8 Medical Screening Tests Indians Should Get at 30 for Better Preventive Health

Fasting Blood Sugar and HbA1cIndia has over 101 million people living with diabetes, according to the Indian Council of Medical Research's ICMR-INDIAB study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology. The majority were undiagnosed for years before their first test. A fasting blood sugar test tells you where you stand…

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The Guardian view on skin cancer: fear the heat of the sun

Editorial: With melanoma cases rising, the UK must learn from public health campaigns elsewhere

The Economic Times

Prasol Chemicals mobilises Rs 150 cr from anchor investors ahead of IPO

Prasol Chemicals has raised nearly Rs 150 crore from anchor investors ahead of its Rs 500-crore IPO, which opens on September 8. The speciality chemicals maker allocated shares at Rs 676 each to investors including Tata Mutual Fund, Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund and Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance.

The Economic Times

Science says comets develop tails only near the Sun: Here’s what really makes them ‘come alive’

A comet’s nucleus is made up primarily of frozen material mixed with dust and rocky particles. When the comet is far from the Sun, extremely low temperatures allow much of this volatile material to remain in a solid, frozen state.

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Jennifer Lawrence's headscarves are not a fashion statement

Hollywood actress Jennifer Lawrence has insisted she doesn't wear headscarves as a fashion statement - insisting she is simply protecting her skin from sun damage.

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8 Ways to Protect Your Garden From Heat Without Running Up the Water Bill

A heat wave can turn a productive garden into a collection of wilted leaves surprisingly fast, but cranking up the hose is not the only solution. A few changes to shade, soil, watering habits, and plant placement can reduce heat stress while helping every drop of water do more work.

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