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In 1666, Great Fire of London destroyed more than 13,000 homes, iconic structures, over 350 years later record wildfires burn homesWildfires in England and Wales have hit a record level, fire chiefs said, warning that rescue services were battling to keep up with rising...- "We do not merely follow rules; we make rules": Rajnath Singh on India's growing global statureIndia now commands global attention and shapes international rules, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The nation is achieving si...
- Quote of the Day by Mahatma Gandhi: “When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of... in the end, they always fall” — Life lesson on nonviolent resistance, political justice, personal resilience, and historical truth, and why human endurance depends on evaluating temporary oppression against long-term moral lawQuote of the Day by Mahatma Gandhi: “When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won...” exam...
- Mahindra's Gen3 rise no fluke; best is yet to come in Formula E: Edoardo MortaraMahindra Racing has transformed into Formula E front-runners over three years. The team now contends for the championship, a significant ac...
- Quote of the day by Michael Caine: 'Be like a duck. Calm on the...' Life lessons from inspirational quote on true composure, hard work, inner effort, preparation and quiet persistenceQuote of the day by Michael Caine explains how calm behaviour can exist with hard work taking place away from public view. The duck metapho...
- Independence Day 2026: When the British built a 4,000-km wall across India to extort taxBritish authorities constructed an enormous hedge across India to enforce a salt tax. This living barrier aimed to prevent smuggling of che...
- Quote of the Day by Robert Hooke: ‘It is commonly believed that anyone who tabulates numbers is a statistician. This is like believing that anyone…’ - 17th century scientist’s powerful words on knowledge and true expertiseRobert Hooke's quote highlights that owning tools does not create an expert. Genuine skill requires years of learning and practice, not jus...
- Quote of the Day by Robert Pattinson: “Nothing can be good if you… – Inspiring life lessons on passion, authenticity, purpose, success and why you should find meaning in what you do by the British actor known for his versatile performances and deep insights on ambition and personal fulfillmentQuote of the Day by Robert Pattinson: Robert Pattinson’s quote, “Nothing can be good if you do it for money or for fame,” explores the impo...
- The London Edit: Beyond Big Ben, the UK capital's most stylish hidden gemsDiscover London's hidden gems beyond the usual tourist trail. From art-filled dining at Mount St Restaurant and a secret bookstore atop Ala...
- On This Day in History, July 4: Declaration of Independence proclaimed, Battle of Hattin, Statue of Liberty presented, Philippines gains independence, Higgs boson discovery and moreOn This Day in History, July 4, the United States proclaimed the Declaration of Independence, while other landmark events included the Batt...
- India defeats Pakistan 4-3 in thrilling FIH Pro League London-leg openerIndia's men's hockey team secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Pakistan in the FIH Pro League London leg. After a slow start, India found t...
- On This Day in History, June 13: Alexander dies, Miranda ruling, Korea summit, FIFA 2026 awarded to US-Canada-Mexico, Trump charged and more eventsOn This Day in History, June 13 witnessed the death of Alexander the Great, the signing of the enduring Anglo-Portuguese alliance, the land...
- Quote of the day by Charles Darwin: 'It is intolerable to think of spending one’s whole life, like a neuter bee, working, working and nothing after all' ; life lesson on marriage life vs single lifeCharles Darwin, at 29, grappled with balancing work and personal life, fearing a solitary existence. His journal revealed a 'neuter bee' an...
- New discovery solves mystery of location of Shakespeare's London houseA newly discovered 17th-century map has pinpointed the exact location of William Shakespeare's only purchased home in London, near the Blac...
- Four London Jewish ambulances damaged in suspected antisemitic arsonFour ambulances of a Jewish community organisation in Golders Green, North London, were deliberately set on fire. Police are investigating ...
- Have a UK trip planned soon? Britain issues health alerts before heat spreads north from SpainBritain faces rising temperatures. Health officials warn of wildfire risks. Southern England may reach 32°C. London Fire Brigade cautions a...
- Will Kate Middleton be able to take her earlier roles? What Nostradamus has said about it? Know about 16th-century astrologerA team of doctors is evaluating what role the Princes of Wales will be able to take on when she returns from her cancer treatment. Know wha...
- Scotland's historic furniture store 'Robertson' gutted in Dundee blaze, details insideThe firefighters strived hard to control the fire that engulfed the famous old Art Deco Robertson’s furniture store on Barrack Street, whic...
- UK's Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 89th birthdayhe has been staying at the castle in Berkshire, south-east England, for the past month and has no official engagements listed for her big d...
- Archaeologists dig up 3,000 skeletons at London siteArchaeologists in London have begun digging up some 3,000 historic skeletons including those of plague victims from a burial ground.
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