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Domesticated chili pepper originated in Central-east Mexico

Last Updated: Tuesday, April 22, 2014, 11:39

Researchers have said that domesticated chili pepper originated in Central-east Mexico.

Soon, a device that lets users charge their phones using wind energy

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 20:08

Trinity is a handy wind turbine which lets users charge their phones using wind energy

Loud talking, not texting, likely to cause distracted driving

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 19:40

It is not texting and driving but loud conversations and horseplay between passengers that are more likely to result in a dangerous incident when teens are behind the wheel, according to a new study.

Men`s beard fashions guided by evolution

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 19:24

Men`s beard fashions may be guided by Darwinian selection, according to a new study.

Smart cup that delivers coffee, news too!

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 18:30

Reading the morning newspaper while sipping a cup of coffee is set to become an even smoother experience as a Finnish coffee roastery company has developed a smart coffee cup that could also display an e-paper.

Do more for science and technology, politicians told

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 18:19

Notwithstanding their inclusion in the 2014 Lok Sabha election manifestos, the promises on promoting science and technology must be translated into "solid action" by the political class or else India`s goal to become a developed nation would remain a pipe dream, say experts.

New solar lamp for developing countries like India

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 16:39

A Swiss start-up has developed a new solar lamp that is more effective, safer and less expensive than the traditional oil lamp used by more than one billion people in the world, including in India.

Bulletproof vests from stem cells?

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 13:42

In a first, scientists have discovered a new property in the nuclei of embryonic stem cells that could pave way for wider application of the body`s master cells, including bulletproof vests.

Moon to brighten up your night life?

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 11:31

What if moon emits enough light to make the night sky brighter so that you do not need to switch on power to illuminate roads and streets?

Plants that regulate sprouting tackle climate change well

Last Updated: Monday, April 21, 2014, 09:36

Plants with the ability to regulate the timing of germination in response to environmental cues are more likely to spin off new species and are better at dealing with weather threats from climate change.