Never pick a fallen mango in Singapore or this could happen; what first-time travellers need to know about the country’s strict ‘fruit rules’

If you ever spot a mango lying on the ground in Singapore, think thrice before picking it up because what may feel like a harmless travel moment can actually land you in several legal troubles, including hefty fines. As a first-time visitor, you might not be aware of the ‘mango laws’ of Singapore. It’s strange…

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In 1945, Percy Spencer felt a candy bar melt in his pocket and built the microwave, changing how the world eats |

A World War II scientist, Percy Spencer, accidentally discovered the microwave’s cooking potential when his candy bar melted near a magnetron. This led to experiments with popcorn and eggs, revealing how microwave energy rapidly heats food. Image Credits: Wikipedia We instinctively grab our microwaves without giving them a second thought. The appliance is right there…

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Hantavirus Outbreak: Hantavirus outbreak timeline: How a deadly Atlantic cruise ship crisis unfolded for weeks before detection

Picture this: You’re on a dream voyage across some of the most remote waters on Earth, and one fine day, it turns into a chilling public health case study.The Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has turned into the kind of nightmare public health officials dread. What’s even more concerning is the fact…

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In 2004, Jeremy Stoppelman’s failed search for a doctor recommendation online changed how people choose services |

Jeremy Stoppelman’s simple problem led to the creation of Yelp. Image credit – Wikimedia Common daily issues often lead to major inventions. In 2004, Jeremy Stoppelman experienced a simple predicament when trying to find a competent physician to attend to him. However, searching for such a person on online platforms proved ineffective, as most websites…

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