Household Iron Solved 1960s Engineering Problem for Payments
In 1960, engineer Forrest Parry solved a magnetic tape adhesion problem using his wife's household iron, enabling the creation of the magnetic stripe card that revolutionized payments.
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From Beachside Sketch to Global Commerce: The Barcode Story
Explore the fascinating history of the barcode, from a grad student's beachside sketch to a foundational technology in retail, logistics, and beyond.
Barefoot College: Rural Grandmothers Become Solar Engineers
Barefoot College trains illiterate rural women as solar engineers, bringing clean energy to remote communities worldwide. Over 1,700 women from 96 countries have been trained, powering 75,000 households.
Gundestrup Cauldron: 130-Year-Old Danish Bog Mystery
Discovered in 1891 in a Danish bog, the Gundestrup Cauldron's silver plates blend Celtic and Thracian art, revealing Iron Age mobility and ritual practices.
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Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million superyacht, named Launchpad, has become the talk of the internet. The massive vessel features luxury amenities and advanced technology.
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Learn how to schedule emails in Gmail to send them automatically at a later time. Step-by-step guide for desktop and mobile.
Konark Temple Floating Idol Mystery: Ancient Engineering or Myth?
Explore the legend of the floating idol at Konark Sun Temple. Surya Roy discusses ancient engineering, history, and mysteries of this architectural wonder.
Golden Wolf Academy Changing India's Trading Education
Golden Wolf Investment Academy is revolutionizing trading education in India and UAE with structured programs, mentorship, and a focus on discipline over shortcuts, backed by a partnership with fitness icon Sahil Khan.
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Patna police arrested three individuals linked to an organized cyber fraud gang that impersonated bank officials to dupe victims nationwide. Over 400 complaints were linked to the gang.
ASML CEO warns EU on chip supply chain interference
Christophe Fouquet, CEO of ASML, Europe's most valuable tech company, criticizes EU's push for tech independence, citing lack of infrastructure and urging focus on building domestic champions.
Himachal Stores Go 24x7: Shop Groceries Anytime
Himachal Pradesh allows 24x7 store operations, giving consumers flexibility to shop anytime. CM Sukhvinder Singh says it boosts business and convenience.
Mumbai Woman Files Complaint Against Ex-Boyfriend for Morphed Images
A 25-year-old Mumbai woman filed a complaint against her ex-boyfriend for morphing her mother and sister's photos with obscene content and circulating them on social media. Police registered an FIR for defamation and intimidation.
Airtel Renames Priority Postpaid to Fast Lane Amid Net Neutrality Debate
Airtel has rebranded its 'Priority Postpaid' plan to 'Fast Lane', sparking renewed net neutrality concerns as network signals and website references reflect the change.
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Zoho Corp has developed an indigenously designed server platform named Nathu La, reducing total cost of ownership by 20-30% and lowering power consumption by 12-18%.
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Digital Multiverse: Are We Losing Our Real Selves to Social Media?
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Microsoft AI CEO: AI Automates Tasks, Not Jobs
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman clarifies his earlier prediction, emphasizing AI will automate tasks, not eliminate white-collar jobs. He joins other tech leaders softening job loss forecasts.
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The NCR Planning Board's Draft Regional Plan-2041 envisions helitaxis, bullet trains, and Yamuna waterways, aiming for a 30-minute connectivity between Delhi and major NCR cities.
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A 40-year-old woman from Canada with secondary infertility was treated in India after doctors found her cervix had shifted abnormally post-childbirth, requiring advanced procedures.
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