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Quote of the Day by the author of the Harry Potter series, J.K. Rowling: 'It is our choices that show what we truly are...'-Incredible lessons on character, free will, and the power of moral courage by the bestselling children's author- On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key events
- Quote of the Day by the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale: 'I attribute my success to this: I never gave...'- Life lessons on accountability, perseverance, and the courage to act without excuses by 'The Lady with the Lamp'
- Meet Tom Leppard: World's most tattooed man who lived without electricity, running water or furniture and how ex-British Army soldier spent decades alone in a remote Scottish hutA former British Army serviceman, Tom Leppard, lived a life of extreme simplicity for over 20 years in a remote Scottish hut. Known as the ...26 Jun, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Field Marshall Sam Manekshaw: “The primary, the cardinal attribute of leadership is… – Inspiring lessons on discipline, expertise, responsibility and why true leadership is built on knowledge, skill and experience by one of India's greatest military legends known for his courage and strategic brillianceQuote of the Day by Sam Manekshaw: Sam Manekshaw’s quote, “The primary, the cardinal attribute of leadership is professional knowledge and ...26 Jun, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
- On This Day in History, June 26: UN Charter signed, Indira Gandhi declares Emergency, Harry Potter debuts, Corvette day, Sher Shah Suri wins against Mughals and moreOn This Day in History, June 26 saw the signing of the United Nations Charter, Richard III's rise to the English throne, India's declaratio...25 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
- Quote of the day by J.K. Rowling: 'If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at...' - A powerful lesson on character and respectJ.K. Rowling's wisdom shines through her observation on true character: how one treats inferiors, not equals, reveals their core. This prof...25 Jun, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
- Heatwave-hit London climate week spurs calls for faster actionLondon's climate week saw an event on extreme heat cancelled due to the venue being too hot, highlighting the urgent reality of global warm...25 Jun, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Terry Pratchett: 'It occurred to me that at one point it was like I had two diseases - one was Alzheimer's, and the other was knowing I had Alzheimer's', the British author's heartbreaking quote on awareness and sufferingRenowned author Terry Pratchett, celebrated for his Discworld series, bravely shared his personal battle with Alzheimer's. His poignant wor...22 Jun, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
- Daughters stayed home, sons left: That was the rule in a 9,000-year-old Turkish village, says a 2025 Science paper that sequenced 131 ancient skeletonsAncient DNA from 9,000-year-old Çatalhöyük reveals a surprising social structure. Contrary to common assumptions, men appear to have moved ...22 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
- Britain's economic woes fuel discontent with Brexit a decade after historic vote to leave EUA decade after Britain's vote to leave the European Union, business leaders like Simon Boyd and Mike Hawes express frustration. Promises of...22 Jun, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Queen Elizabeth II: 'Work is the rent you pay for the room you occupy on...' - A timeless lesson on purpose and responsibilityQuote of the day by Queen Elizabeth II: Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, passed away at 96, concluding over seven de...22 Jun, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
- Butterscotch fans should be wary of tiramisù's treatment of trifleA culinary battle is brewing as Italian tiramisù appears to be overshadowing its British counterpart, trifle. While both desserts feature l...21 Jun, 2026, 09.33 AM IST
- Rudyard Kipling’s Father’s Day quote: 'All we have of freedom, all we use or know, this our fathers bought for...' - inspiring lessons by The Jungle Book and Just So Stories author on sacrifices of parents and why we owe more to previous generations than we realiseFather’s Day quote by Rudyard Kipling: Rudyard Kipling's quote underscores the profound sacrifices of past generations. This sentiment high...20 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
- He used his airline to rescue refugees from Pakistan, donated 300 acres to India: Meet the Tamil Nadu Padma awardee who gave everything to the nationTamil Nadu industrialist Dr. R.M. Alagappa Chettiar, a visionary beyond business, utilized his private airline for crucial refugee rescue o...20 Jun, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Anna Freud: 'How one can live without being able to judge oneself, criticize what one has...' - founder of child psychoanalysis' thought-provoking life lessons on self-reflection, self-evaluation, mental well-being and why we overthink our actionsQuote of the day by Anna Freud: Anna Freud, a pioneer in child psychoanalysis, highlighted the human tendency for constant self-evaluation....20 Jun, 2026, 03.05 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Anna Wintour: ‘Those who want things always to stay the same are not…’ Visionary Vogue leader advocates staying open to changeAnna Wintour, a global fashion icon, transformed American Vogue. Her career highlights the importance of adapting to change. Wintour champi...18 Jun, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Princess Diana: 'The greatest problem in the world today is...' Life lessons on empathy, action, vulnerability, kindness and compassionQuote of the Day by Princess Diana continues to inspire people through its message on empathy, compassion, kindness, action, and understand...18 Jun, 2026, 04.34 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Duke of Sussex Prince Harry: 'Real men treat women with dignity...'-Here's a powerful quote on respecting and treating women with dignity defines true characterPrince Harry's powerful quote, 'Real men treat women with dignity and give them the respect they deserve,' emphasizes that true character i...13 Jun, 2026, 10.15 PM IST
- Quote of the Day of Mahatma Gandhi: 'In a gentle way, you can shake the world' - life motivation lesson from 'Father of the Nation' teaches us to face and fight thardships with a smile on faceQuote of the Day of Mahatma Gandhi signifies gentle actions may seem small, but they can influence hearts, heal divisions, and inspire othe...13 Jun, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
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