Wimbledon announces record 20% rise in prize moneyWimbledon has unveiled a record prize money fund of over 64 million pounds for this year's tournament. This represents a significant 20% in...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 10: Troy falls, Italy enters WWII, Jurassic Park premieres, Thatcher wins for 3rd time, FIFA World Cup opens and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 10 witnessed events that ranged from the legendary destruction of Troy and the birth of Gothic architecture to...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
French proverb of the day: 'At the end of the chess game, both the king and the pawn go back into the exact same box...' A timeless lesson on why power and wealth does not define a personThe French proverb of the day, “At the end of the chess game, both the king and the pawn go back into the exact same box,” uses the game of...
10 Jun, 2026, 07.36 PM IST
Bill Gates to testify in congressional panel's Jeffrey Epstein investigationBill Gates is set to testify before a congressional panel investigating Jeffrey Epstein's files. The Microsoft co-founder's association wit...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
The Emerald Labyrinth: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers curated nature trails and context-rich travelLouisiana is unveiling its quieter side with the Year of Outdoors campaign. Travelers can explore winding bayous and wetlands through guide...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Jean Baudrillard: ‘Americans may have no identity, but they do have wonderful teeth’ - French sociologist’s provocative take on identity in an appearance-obsessed worldQuote of the Day by Jean Baudrillard: “Americans may have no identity, but they do have wonderful teeth.” Decades before social media and i...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
Alexander Zverev wins the French Open to finally earn a 1st Grand Slam titleAlexander Zverev is now a Grand Slam champion. He secured his maiden major title at the French Open on Sunday. Zverev defeated Flavio Cobol...
07 Jun, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
An ancient traveler from India inscribed his name across five ancient tombs in Egypt's Valley of the Kings 2,000 years agoAncient Indian travelers visited Egypt's Valley of the Kings. Researchers found nearly 30 inscriptions in Tamil, Sanskrit, Prakrit, and Gan...
06 Jun, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
Spain: Pope Leo says world crying for peace, urges leaders to temper divisionsPope Leo has begun a week-long visit to Spain on Saturday. He called on world leaders to reject divisive politics and embrace peace. The Po...
06 Jun, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
In 1811, a chemist added too much acid to seaweed ash, and purple vapor revealed iodineIn the heart of 1811, a serendipitous moment unfolded in the laboratory of French chemist Bernard Courtois. As he endeavored to create salt...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
French Open: Mirra and Maja march into maiden Grand Slam finalRussian teenager Mirra Andreeva and Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska have reached their first Grand Slam finals at the French Open. Andreev...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
Satrapi's Persepolis, Sadness as a ScarThe literary world mourns the passing of Marjane Satrapi, the illustrious graphic novel artist, who has departed at age 56. Her journey end...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
French Proverb of the Day: 'You mustn’t put all your eggs...'-Life lessons on balance, smart decisions, adaptability, and why spreading your choices creates securityThis French proverb, "You mustn’t put all your eggs in the same basket," offers timeless wisdom on risk management and balance. It emphasiz...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.46 PM IST
Marjane Satrapi death: Persepolis author who chronicled life during & after Iran's revolution dies at 56; Family says she passed away 'of sadness'Marjane Satrapi death reason: Marjane Satrapi, the acclaimed author of Persepolis, has passed away in Paris at the age of 56. Her work brou...
04 Jun, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
French Proverb of the Day: 'To a valiant heart, nothing is...'-Inspiring lesson on courage, determination and inner strengthA timeless French proverb, 'To a valiant heart, nothing is impossible,' underscores the profound impact of courage and determination. It as...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.14 AM IST
On This Day in History, June 3: Muhammad Ali’s death, Tiananmen Square crackdown, Tagore’s knighthood, Partition plan and first American spacewalkOn This Day in History, June 3 witnessed several landmark events that shaped the modern world. From Muhammad Ali’s death in 2016 and the Ti...
02 Jun, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
On This Day in History June 1: From Genghis Khan and Scotch whisky to Marilyn Monroe, Superman's debut, The Beatles and other major eventsJune 1 marks significant historical moments. From Genghis Khan's capture of Peking in 1215 to the birth of Marilyn Monroe and the launch of...
31 May, 2026, 11.46 PM IST