Quote of the day by Albert Camus: ‘He had been bored, that's all, bored like most people…’ – French-Algerian philosopher on why people create drama to escape ordinary lifeAlbert Camus, the renowned French-Algerian author, delved into the intricacies of human boredom and the ceaseless quest for meaning. Throug...
22 Sep, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
Science says some turtles can breathe through their rear ends, but the real biology is stranger than you can imagineWhat these turtles do is considerably more complex than the phrase “breathing through their rear ends” suggests. They move water over speci...
21 Sep, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
'I sometimes feel lonely’: IIT-Kanpur graduate quit her cushy job for travel. No social circle, lower income than her peers, but in 6 years, here's what she learnedIIT-Kanpur graduate Kanak Agrawal reflected on six years of nomadic living after an old friend questioned what the lifestyle had given her....
21 Sep, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
Today’s Life Advice by Henry Adams, 'Friends are born, not made' offers timeless wisdom on friendship, companionship, love, family, relationshipsQuote of the day by Henry Adams remains relevant because it captures something timeless about human connection. Some people enter our lives...
19 Sep, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Plato: ‘Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle’ - Aristotle’s teacher on the ancient wisdom of giving people the benefit of the doubtQuote of the Day: Strangers' impatience and friends' silence can feel personal without knowing their struggles. Plato's wisdom suggests kin...
19 Sep, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
In late 2012, a house cat vanished during a Florida vacation; 62 days later, Holly reached her family's home 190 miles away, starving but aliveHolly, a courageous cat, went missing due to the fright of nearby fireworks while on a vacation with her family. Alone for a staggering six...
19 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Psychology says women who compliment female strangers may be taking a small social risk with a surprisingly big payoffPeople who gave compliments tended to underestimate how good their words would make the other person feel. They were often more concerned a...
18 Sep, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
A stranger stayed at Salman Khan's house for a week, ate with family, but nobody knew who he was. What happened next left the superstar's family stunnedAn old clip of Salman Khan has resurfaced online in which the actor recalled how a stranger ended up staying at the Khan family home for a ...
18 Sep, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Johnny Depp: ‘I do have an affinity for damaged people, in life, in roles...’ - the Pirates of the Caribbean actor on imperfection, empathy and what makes us humanJohnny Depp's quote of the day for today delves into the essence of shared human flaws and the importance of acknowledging them. While poli...
18 Sep, 2026, 01.26 PM IST
Modha Rathiri OTT release date announced: When and where to watch the Tamil comedy-drama praised by DhanushThe offbeat Tamil comedy-drama Modha Rathiri is all set to arrive on Netflix on September 18. The film received a warm response from audien...
18 Sep, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
Millie Bobby Brown, Jake Bongiovi become proud parents to baby boy. Stranger Things actress shares first cute family photoMillie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi have welcomed their second child, a baby boy, through adoption. The couple shared the happy news in a ...
18 Sep, 2026, 08.46 AM IST
‘He needed it more than me’: Uttarakhand man gifts new Adidas shoes to delivery partner working in slippersIn Uttarakhand, a thoughtful man spotted a delivery worker braving the rain without proper footwear. From his balcony, he called out and de...
16 Sep, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
French philosopher Albert Camus’ quote of the day: ‘When you have once seen the glow of happiness on the face of a beloved person…’ – ‘The Stranger’ author on finding strength in life’s darkest momentsAlbert Camus, a renowned Algerian-French author, delved into themes of human resilience and the strength found within adversity. He famousl...
16 Sep, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
Quote of the day by Maya Angelou: 'If you have only one smile in you, give it to the people you love.' Life lessons from inspirational quote on kindness, sincerity, warmth and authenticityQuote of the day by Maya Angelou asks people to give their kindness and warmth to those closest to them. The saying focuses on sincerity, f...
14 Sep, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Sheryl Crow: “Just wondering why I feel so all alone, why I’m… – Inspiring lessons on solitude, disconnection, vulnerability, isolation and why you can feel lonely even when surrounded by people by the American singer known for her powerful performances and deep insights into human emotions and strugglesQuote of the Day by Sheryl Crow: Sheryl Crow’s quote, “Just wondering why I feel so all alone, why I’m a stranger in my own?” explores the ...
10 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
IIT-Kanpur graduate was stranded 15 km away from Anuv Jain's Ladakh concert. A stranger's unexpected help made it an unforgettable dayIIT-Kanpur graduate Kanak Agrawal shared how a series of coincidences helped her attend Anuv Jain’s Ladakh concert. After meeting a former ...
10 Sep, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Psychology says people who can’t stop helping strangers may be driven by more than kindnessPsychology does not suggest that everyone who frequently helps others is motivated by pure altruism. Human behavior is rarely driven by a s...
04 Sep, 2026, 05.31 PM IST