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For 28 years, a Latvian immigrant built Florida’s 1,100-ton Coral Castle mostly alone at night, and never fully explained his methods- Quote of the Day by American novelist Toni Morrison: 'Love is never any better than the lover...'-Timeless lessons on love, relationships, emotional intelligence, human psychology and the transformative power of one of America's greatest literary voices
- Why some families still put a spoon in the window at night; the old belief behind it and the reason it hasn't gone away
- In Canada, there is a city where crows attack people every spring, and residents rely on a live map to avoid themVancouver residents are accustomed to an annual aerial assault from protective crows during nesting season, typically from April to July. T...02 Jul, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison: 'At some point in life the world's beauty becomes enough...'- Life lessons on presence, gratitude, and finding peace in the present momentNobel laureate Toni Morrison's wisdom highlights the profound value of simply experiencing life's beauty without the need to capture or con...30 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- Strawberry Full Moon: A Magical Tale of Harvests, Legends, and Moonlit Traditions Behind June's Most Beautiful MoonThe Strawberry Full Moon is much more than a stunning celestial event. From Native American harvest traditions to European folklore and mod...29 Jun, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
- Lionel Messi creates FIFA World Cup history and adds another record to football's greatest storyLionel Messi FIFA World Cup History: Lionel Messi became the first man to play in six World Cup tournaments when he started for Argentina i...17 Jun, 2026, 09.33 AM IST
- Diljit Dosanjh's 'Morni' and the gender bias of cultural memoryIndian singer Diljit Dosanjh's music highlights the peahen, challenging traditional animal symbolism. Historically, animals embodying stren...13 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: "Every man has his secret sorrows which the world knows not; and..." Learn the life-changing wisdom from the man who uncovered the silent sorrow behind countless misunderstood heartsQuote of the Day by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow shines a light on a truth many overlook. People often hide pain behind silence. We judge qui...05 Jun, 2026, 05.13 AM IST
- In 1853, a chef sliced potatoes paper-thin after a complaint which led to the creation of potato chipsThe intriguing legend of George Crum discovering potato chips at Moon Lake Lodge in Saratoga Springs, New York, enchants food lovers everyw...02 Jun, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
- The Bushmaster Is the Longest Venomous Snake in the Americas: But Scientists Are Careful About What That Actually MeansThe bushmaster, a formidable pit viper, weaves through the lush undergrowth of South and Central American rainforests. Not only does its im...22 May, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
- During World War I, specially trained 'mercy dogs' rescued wounded soldiers and delivered medical supplies on battlefields too deadly for human medicsWorld War I saw brave mercy dogs, also known as casualty dogs, on the front lines. These intelligent animals, wearing Red Cross vests, sear...19 May, 2026, 04.01 PM IST
- In 1849, Walter Hunt twisted a piece of wire while thinking about debt: The tinkering helped create the modern safety pinWalter Hunt patented the safety pin in 1849. His design improved on earlier pins by adding a spring and catch. This made the sharp end safe...18 May, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
- Koji Suzuki, horror novelist and creator of ‘Ring’, dies at 68Koji Suzuki, the celebrated Japanese author behind the iconic horror novel Ring, has passed away at the age of 68. Suzuki's work revolution...10 May, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Nigerian-American writer Ijeoma Umebinyuo: ‘So many broken children living in grown bodies mimicking…’Nigerian-American writer Ijeoma Umebinyuo's quote reveals a profound truth. Many adults carry hidden childhood wounds. These unresolved iss...10 May, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
- Cherokee Proverb of the Day: “When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced…” — a simple message about kindness, legacy, and a meaningful lifeNative American Cherokee proverb teaches how to live a good life. It says people should help others and leave kindness behind. The saying h...10 Apr, 2026, 01.41 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Zora Neale Hurston: ‘A thing is mighty big when time…’ inspiring quotes by American author inspiring generationsQuote of the day: Zora Neale Hurston holds a distinctive position in American literature. Trained as an anthropologist and driven by a stor...09 Jan, 2026, 02.46 PM IST
- 'The Eras Tour': Taylor Swift announces first music tour in five yearsHer 2023 tour will feature the new album as well as being a retrospective of her prolific and storied career.03 Nov, 2022, 01.21 PM IST
- Christmas comes early for Swifties, Taylor Swift announces second surprise quarantine albumThe album release comes a few days before Swift turns 31 on December 13.11 Dec, 2020, 12.09 PM IST
- Taylor Swift wins Artist of Year for the record 6th time at American Music AwardsJustin Bieber and The Weeknd were the other big winners, with three awards each.23 Nov, 2020, 12.03 PM IST
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