World News Articles

For some reason being home to the world's tallest skyscraper seems to be something every country is constantly vying for. Now, China too has joined the fray. However, unlike any of the other contenders it is planning to complete this amazing feat in less time than it takes most countries to design a structure - A mere 90 days!...

Potholes, those pesky unexpected dents on our roads are not only a nuisance and often destructive for cars but also, an eyesore - Now, an avid British gardener is transforming them into works of art by creating miniature flower beds!...

If you are one of those people that just has a knack for telling tall tales and fooling people into believing them, then you are in luck - That's because there is finally a competition where your skills will be appreciated and even be honored with the prestigious title of - 'World's Biggest Liar'....

3-D printers have come a long way since 1995 when MIT students Jim Bredt and Tim Anderson, modified an inkjet printer so that it extruded a binding solution onto a bed of powder, instead of ink on paper. Today, printed prototypes are used for things ranging from construction projects to Pixar characters and now it seems, even Agent 007 has discovered them!...

Today, millions of Hindus, Jains and Sikhs all over the world are celebrating Diwali. Also known as Deepavali or the Festival of Lights, it is one of the most eagerly awaited and widely celebrated Indian festivals....

For many years, scientists have been trying to unravel the mystery of what really goes on in plants in the parts that are not visible to us - That is, around the roots that lie underground hidden by dense soil. Now, thanks to researchers from Scotland's University of Abertay Dundee, they may finally be able to solve this mystery that is as old as the Universe itself!...

In this Internet era when most of us are constantly scanning news off of our smart devices it is quite refreshing to know that there are some people that still take the time to read a penned version - Yes that's right not printed, but one that has been neatly written with chalk on a blackboard!...

Just when you think extreme sports cannot get any crazier or more exciting along comes another one - This one however does not involve falling from extreme heights or flying around in special suits, but allows the athlete to frolic and perform crazy stunts in the water! Welcome to Flyboarding!...

The East African country of Kenya is known for its amazing wildlife, especially lions. However, over the last decade the population of the majestic animals has decreased from 10,000 to just over 2,000. While most can be attributed to poachers, some big cats also fall victim to the local tribes trying to protect their cattle....