Flannel moth caterpillar: The soft, furry ‘puss’ hides a secret venom that makes it North America’s most dangerous caterpillar

The flannel moth caterpillar, also known as the puss caterpillar, presents a deceptive appearance with its soft, silky fur, masking potent venomous spines. This North American native insect uses its painful sting to deter predators while feeding on trees like oak and willow. Scientists study its unique toxins and evolutionary adaptations, recognizing its crucial role…

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SC orders Samay Raina to host fundraisers for specially-abled patients

The Supreme Court has directed comedian Samay Raina and three others to host monthly fundraising shows for individuals with inspiring stories and disabilities. This order follows controversy over insensitive remarks made on a previous show. The comedians are tasked with featuring differently-abled patients and promoting medical support, a social responsibility rather than a penalty.

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From sticky negatives to stunning 4K, Nagarjuna reveals how ‘Shiva’ was rebuilt, a timeless cult classic returns

Nagarjuna unveiled the remastered 4K version of the cult classic ‘Shiva’ at IFFI Goa. The film’s restoration faced significant challenges, with severely damaged negatives requiring ultrasonic cleaning and individual frame restoration. Lost audio was recovered after an extensive search for original prints. This revival breathes new life into the 1989 film, celebrated for its stylish…

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Have a wedding, work trip, or any other tiring activity coming up? How ‘sleep banking’ can make you more focused and energetic

Sleep banking means getting extra sleep ahead of time to build up a reserve against upcoming sleep loss. This practice helps reduce the drop in alertness, focus, and performance when sleep gets short later. Studies show it works best for planned tough periods like long shifts, wedding, travel, or night duties, not as a fix…

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