People who grew up without seatbelt laws, bicycle helmets, or parental supervision past the front door often describe their childhoods not as reckless but as unusually free, and many are still sorting out which of those things they believeResearch indicates a decline in children's independent activity is a key driver of falling mental wellbeing. This shift from unsupervised p...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
A cola float at midnightA midnight cola float ritual unfolds with the clink of ice, the fizz of cola, and the slow melt of vanilla ice cream, creating a bubbling, ...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
Psychology says the people whose personalities seem to soften most dramatically in their 50s haven’t gotten weaker: They’ve finally realized the protective armor they built at 20 is costing more energy than it’s worthIn their middle age, many people radiate a comforting softness that some might misinterpret as weakness. However, research points to an ong...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
Psychology says high-achievers who can’t delegate aren’t just perfectionists: They’re often still carrying a childhood role that taught them control was the safest place to standMany high performers hesitate to delegate tasks, not because they fear a drop in productivity, but rather due to ingrained childhood experi...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
UK watchdog investigates Ryanair over fees to seat parents with children; airline defends policyBritain's competition watchdog is investigating Ryanair over its "mandatory family seat" charge. The CMA is examining if the fee unfairly f...
11 Jun, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
Quote of the day from Sigmund Freud: 'Many adults are still trying to earn love from parents who only rewarded performance...' How childhood experiences can make people chase constant validation from othersThe quote of the day from Sigmund Freud highlights how many adults continue to seek approval and love based on achievement, a pattern often...
11 Jun, 2026, 03.56 AM IST
Psychology suggests reason so many older parents won’t ask for help is a fear they’d never say aloud; moment they need their children more than their children need them, they stop being parent and become the responsibilityIn various caregiving scenarios, many elderly parents show reluctance to accept assistance from their adult children. This hesitance often ...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
Psychology says most young adults learn these 10 brutal truths too late: The last one changes how you see success, happiness, and life foreverAlthough these truths may seem uncomfortable at first, they can be surprisingly liberating. When people let go of the need for perfection, ...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Annapurna Bhandar portal in Bengal: How to apply at socialregistry.wb.gov.in, eligibility, application process and how to check ₹3,000 payment statusWest Bengal's Annapurna Bhandar scheme can be accessed through socialregistry.wb.gov.in.. Eligible women will receive ₹3,000 monthly direct...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.52 AM IST
Psychology says friendships that survive your 30s aren’t the ones you still hang out with the way you used to; they're the ones where at least one person stopped waiting for it to feel like it did at 22Friendships often fade in adulthood as life gets busy. People report fewer close friends and less frequent contact. This is a common patter...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Psychology says adults who learned to depend on no one as children don’t grow into self-sufficient adults; they grow into people who confuse asking for help with weakness, and slowly build a life no one else knows how to step intoEarly childhood experiences profoundly shape adult attachment styles. Research shows these patterns persist, affecting relationships with p...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
What is Germany's Language Course Visa? Eligibility, costs and key rules explainedGermany's Language Course Visa allows non-EU nationals to study German intensively for up to one year. Applicants need admission to a recog...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
Germany student health insurance guide: Eligibility, costs and coverageGermany mandates health insurance for all international students seeking university admission. Students can choose between public or privat...
07 Jun, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
Scientists warn this common food habit could be ageing your heart & brain faster. Here's who is most likely to do itSalt consumption study: New research suggests that older men are more likely than women to add extra salt to their food. The study found th...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Want to study in Germany? Here’s how the student visa process worksInternational students planning to study in Germany require a national D visa, valid for two years with extension possibilities. Applicants...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
7 dead in Iowa shooting spree in US, police cite domestic disputeUnited States: Tragedy struck Muscatine, Iowa, on Monday. Six individuals lost their lives in a series of shootings. Authorities identified...
02 Jun, 2026, 09.16 AM IST
30 lakh beneficiaries of TMC govt's direct cash transfer scheme for women ineligible: Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has unveiled the 'Annapurna Bhandar' initiative, set to take over from the previous 'Lakshmir...
27 May, 2026, 08.32 PM IST